Good Morning Monday

Good morning Mick and all from dry Anglesey. Sky bright but grey.
Builders due this morning so fingers crossed for some progress.
Spring on its way.
Good luck Bellasnana, Cornergran, Marydoll and all facing procedures and treatment today.
Lovely to hear about all the lovely Mother’s Day treats. My two local sons popped over with cards and gifts we stood at the door while the children ran happily around the garden and climbed up to the tree house. WhatsApp calls with the Leicester family and a message from Australia. #contentedmum.
Hope little Pinchy is okay.
Hope you all find a random pink flamingo ? today.

Good morning from North Yorkshire. It’s a lovely sunny morning. DD2 is still here and we are off to the arboretum today. Day 15 of 10000 steps a day (I did them yesterday Urms)
Had a lovely day yesterday like so many of you. When I picked up my iPad this morning DD1 had put a lovely message and photos on Instagram!
Thinking of those with hospital and dental appointments.
Have a good day everyone. Stay safe.

Good luck at the dentist Marydoll. When you’re tired of counting backwards, perhaps you can try the following. I find saying the alphabet backwards very good for concentrating the mind.

Good Morning. Dry and a little bit of blue sky here in N. Bucks.

Lovely day yesterday. Thoughtful gifts and cards from 3 DDs. Coffee and a gentle walk with DD2. Also a phone call from DGS (18) who chatted away and said he was looking forward to being able to meet up for lunch next month.

A day of bits and bobs for me

Good luck to all with medical appointments . Thoughts with all feeling down. Hope you can all find a ?today.

Good morning from almost sunny Leicestershire.

DS rang 3 times yesterday asking when we can go down and see them in their new house. We last saw them 15 months ago as we have to stay overnight and we have been sticking to the rules.

DD sent me some cocktails which are fun.

Nothing day today. I might clean the bathrooms if I can be bothered.

Good luck today Bellasnana

Good morning all from a bright Skyed Essex, as GG And Sar have already mentioned. ?

I too wTched Countryfile and thought of Sheep. I seem to be much more interested in farm life after reading all her doings. So emotional when the twin lamb was stuck and had to be pushed back into the womb. The little face peeking out. I felt the same as the presenter holding my breath with tears in my eyes. I wouldn’t be much help to you Sheep.?

Good luck Bellasnanna . I’m sure all will go well. ?

I had a lovely Mothering Sunday. Flowers, chocs , smellies and handbag. DD and little Gd popped round and then DS1 and family made an appearance. All at a distance. DS2 FaceTimed and I saw his two little darlings. The only ones I didn’t glimpse were the twin Gs’s (nearly 15) , and Dgd1 who is at Uni. She sent a message. ♥️

I found a big bag of odd wool in the loft, so I’m crocheting lots of squares for a very colourful blanket. I’m really enjoying it as I’ve had quite a break from it after making each GC one (8 of them) . I will keep going until all the wool is gone and maybe raffle it for charity.

Today I have my Zoom Bridge lesson. My friend is 70 today and I will drop her some flowers and chocs round and wish her a happy day. I ordered her a present on line and it arrived with a battered presentation box so I’ll send it back.

Wishing you all as good a day as possible. ??

Good morning from the Sefton coast where it is bright and making me feel inclined to take some exercise in the fresh air.
Yesterday the DSs spoiling me with flowers and chocolates and DH making a roast made me feel special. I haven’t read your posts from Sunday but I’m sure I’ll enjoy them when I do.
Thinking of Bella, corner, Kate and Auntieflo facing procedures and hoping for the best outcomes for you. Have the best day you can everyone.
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Good morning from a beautiful sunny morning In Glasgow, it’s chilly but wakening up to sunshine is such a good start to the day.

bouquet deliveries and Zoom get together chats with both DDs and both GDs . DD2 is in Australia and we have no idea when it will be possible for her and SiL to come home for their usual annual visit but thanks to modern technology, it was possible to enjoy a family catch up.

Taking advantage of a sunny day, washing will be hung out and pottering in the garden is today’s plan.

Have the best day you can everyone.

Good morning everyone from a dull and damp Northampton; it's forecast to remain much the same today and tomorrow.

I had a lovely day yesterday at DD's; some lovely cards and presents - flowers, a scented candle, band cream, Michelle Obama 's autobiography which I had been longing to read. And DD cooked a delicious lunch of harissa roast lamb, my favourite! Washed down with a nice glass of pinot noir! The DGDs sent a beautiful card with their photograph on the front which I shall treasure, and keep on the mantelpiece until I see them again.

Nothing much planned for today, a general tidy up, put some washing on. Oh and unwrap the garden kneeler I ordered on Saturday and arrived yesterday. Hoping it will help when I'm weeding the garden, as I find it really difficult to get back up again once I'm down!

Hope today goes well Bella, and Corner tomorrow. Take care and stay safe everyone.

Good morning all from sunny Harrogate
Posting early ‘cause I have a busy day on the phone. This am I chat to my school friend in Ayrshire,this pm I chat to my sister in Surrey!
Yesterday I made a load of scones using a Mary Berry recipe because they apparently freeze well - I hate stale scones. They were lovely fresh. Both DDs loved them too. I was given a salt lamp and a chocolate making kit!
DH and I watched countryfile last night - thought of you sheep with the lambing!
Will try to pop back to see how the rest of you are doing
Meantime, have the best day you can

Good morning from a dry and bright NE.
I had a lovely day yesterday, DH gave me chocolates when he made my morning tea.
Family arrived after lunch and stood on the drive, DH stood at the music room open window and I went outside to talk. Both GDs had written me a card as well as one from DS and DIL and GD2 had baked me a cake and iced it.
DD and SIL skyped me and we had a long chat, one of the cats kept walking in front of the monitor and dug her claws in to DD because she was not paying attention to her.
DH has hospital appointment at 10am and 2pm so I think I will make some soup.
So nice to hear about everyone's mothering Sundays.

Good morning all from a cold, but sunny Glasgow.
I want to wish Bellasnanna all the best for today and hope it isn't too unpleasant.

Everyone seems to have had a very pleasant day yesterday. My younger son, the bearded red haired giant, turned up unexpectedly with his fiancée carrying beautiful flowers, he had asked DD to keep it a secret.
The tears flowed as I haven't seen him since before my heart attack, when lockdown got in the way and I thought that night in hospital, I might never see him again.
DD had told him I was unwell and very low, so he made the decision to come.
I am really fond of his fiancée, who is so interesting to talk to. She is involved in the refurbishment of the Burrell Museum and has so many tales to tell.
Yesterday's conversation involved moths as they have an infestation in their Victorian cottage and she was transferring her expertise from protecting tapestries to protecting her sweaters! ?
The visit worked out really well, as his birthday is next Sunday and I was able to give him his gifts.

I have to dash, as today is my dental appointment to replace my front tooth and treat the infection in the one beside it. No antibiotics allowed, due to being on biologics!
I do not know how I'm going to able to lie in the chair for an hour and a half with RA in my jaw. The last appointment was very difficult and uncomfortable, but I have my big girls pants on and will try to block it out. I shall look on this as a positive experience, I'm being released from shielding, albeit temporarily! ?
I had hoped to drive myself, but DH has insisted on coming with me, in case anything goes wrong.

The plan is my usual distraction practice, counting forwards and backwards in French, German and Italian, to take my mind off things! Numerous medical procedures have made me quite proficient over the years.
The worry is I probably won't reach one hundred, as I'm so rusty! I may resort to counting the ceiling tiles.

Wishing you all a very pleasant day and as usual, hugs and prayers for all who are struggling.?
I will read all your posts in the dentist waiting room!

Good morning all from a beautiful, blue skied Polmont where it is 4°. It's been chilly in the night but lovely out now. Don't blue skies make you feel better?
Thoughts for Bellasnanna for today and Cornergran for tomorrow. I hope the 'oscopies are over quickly. Pittcity I love moving furniture about! Unfortunately in my wee house that's not really possible which I find a shame.
Today is a babysitting one. We'll go out for a walk and get up to our usual silliness. I'm going to stay for tea when I take him home so that will be nice. My son made me a mother's Day brunch yesterday and bought me tomato plants as a gift. He never does mother's day so that was a surprise. I visited mum who was fine. She can be very difficult so it was good to see the old mum there.
Yesterday was nicer than I expected. I spent some time with both my children at different times. I am worried about my sil though. He's been unwell since New year and, despite numerous tests, they can't get to the bottom of what's wrong. He's been referred to the hospital now. It's very worrying.
Anyway I am about to drink my second cup of coffee so I will love you and leave you. Have a good day all.

Good morning Mick and all from a dry, clearing S Hants, off to the farm shop soon for a veg stock up. Hoping Bellas oscopy is all good and swiftly over, corner that your not too uncomfortable with your prep.
I start a week of home BP measurements today, just part of yearly check up, appointment next week for bloods. I detest the bp machine, totally illogical, just part of my health anxiety that lurks.
Anyway, hoping you all have a gentle day with sun, flamingoes or both.

Good morning from a dry but cloudy Nottinghamshire.
I was keen to check in today hoping for news of Pinchy. I’m so glad he seems to be making progress and is probably blissfully unaware that he has problems, as he has nothing to compare it to. Keep drinking the milk, Pinchy.
I had one of those annoying nights where I woke at about 1.30 and couldn’t get back to sleep. I ended up downstairs with tea, toast, and an episode of A Place in the Sun! I expect a doze later will be on the cards.
Enjoy today in whatever way you can, everyone.

Good morning Mick, morning all from South Lanarkshire. The sky is bright, I hope it continues to be so.

Good luck with the procedures Bellasnana.

I’m seriously impressed by you having a cake in the oven at that time in the morning gm, it sounds delicious.

I put the kitchen back together yesterday after the painting, I’m pleased with it. Now of course I’m noticing lots of places which could do with freshening up.

Today will be a little sad, I have two funerals to log into.

Wishing everyone a peaceful day.

Good morning everyone from a bright dry and cold Inverness, there’s bits of blue sky so it’s looking promising.
I had a bit of a lazy day yesterday just pottering in and out of the garden and in the evening started on my Mother’s Day chocolates .... So today it’s definitely out for a walk somewhere and try to work off some calories!
Hoping all goes well today Bellas and you too tomorrow Corner
Good news about the orphan lambs sheep I hope they settle into their new home well.
Hope everyone finds something to enjoy today and take care whatever the day brings ?

Good morning GNetters! It's bright with broken cloud up north. I don't often drop into this thread but its heartwarming to read Sheepandcattle's message every time I do! Yesterday was spent preparing vegetable beds for the eventual planting and I had a long telephone chat to my daughters too.

Wishing everyone the best day possible and sending extra good wishes to all those who might be struggling just now or having medical treatment, do take care. Warm wishes to all!

Good morning Mick and all

As Sar53 has said it’s brightening up here. Thinking of Bellasnana ?

Ironing today is a must, I have been putting it off!!!

Keep safe and well folks ?‍♀️

Good morning from sunny Colchester.
Had a busy day yesterday and didn't have time to post.
We are getting to know our new house and slowly unpacking. The furniture was moved twice yesterday and I'm still not sure it's right
Laundry is today's priority.
Much love x

Good morning Mick and All.

Calm, cool day in South Bucks.

Can I add to the comments Ascombe on the beautiful blanket. Purples are my favourite colour too.

Thinking of you Bellasnana, that will be me in a few weeks and I want it all over and done with now !

Anniebach sent you a pm.

Qigong this morning. The dentist and hygienist today for us both. That will cost a pretty penny but they do a great job.

Another week down until we have some more freedom. ?

Good morning everyone from south Manchester where it’s dry and seems mild with pockets of blue sky in between banks of white cloud.

A day confined to barracks as (a) the contractors will be coming on site at 8am and decking outside our front door is being replaced and (b) the cooker man is bringing a replacement hob to fit after lunch.

Hope Monday is good to us all. Good luck with your investigations today Bellasnana and I hope the results show nothing to be concerned about. Keep safe everyone that’s the main thing. x

Good morning Mick and all from a dry and mild Wiltshire and thankfully, the blasted, cold wind seems to have left us. grandMattie - it sounds like you had a lovely, emotional day yesterday. I find that it takes very little to turn me into an emotional wreck at present. I think it’s due to the past year of being separated from family and loved ones. I’ll never take them for granted again! The person came and collected 6 of my orphan ewe lambs yesterday - nice people who have a small flock of sheep and want some new bloodlines for breeding, so that’s a happy future for the 6 little girls. It’s made the orphan pen into less of a bun-fight at feeding time with 6 less hungry mouths. Pinchy continues to go from strength to strength. I’ve emailed a video of her to a friend of mine in Australia who is a equine physiotherapist for her opinion on her wonky legs and if there’s anything that she can suggest to help improve them.
Today is my aunt’s funeral. I shall watch it online as it’s too far for me to travel and limited numbers only.
I have the last of last year’s lambs ( now called hoggets as they are a year old) to sort today that will go to market tomorrow if they are ready as well as the usual farm jobs so a fairly busy day ahead of me. Sometime this week I intend to start getting the garden put to rights but as always, the farm jobs have to come first.
Wishing you all a productive and satisfying Monday - Spring really is just around the corner now! ???☀️

Good morning from Essex by the sea where it has rained during the night but is brightening now.
DH has an early doctors appointment so must make sure he is up in time.
Did anyone watch Countryfile yesterday with all the lambs being born, I thought of Sheepandcattle and all the hard work she must do. Well done to her ??.
Not a lot on the agenda today. Washing and housework, can't wait !!!
Enjoy your day and find your ? xx

Good Morning all from East Staffordshire where it looks damp.
I slept from 8.00pm last night until 6.30am that is a first for me!
Off to work shortly and then I hope the material has arrived for the second pair of curtains I am making for DD as she wants some for the nursery. The others must have been ok!
I hope you are all feeling as well as you can, if you have appointments or procedures today, hope they go ok. Take care all?❤️