Good Morning Easter Saturday

Morning from a sunny S Lanarkshire, such a nice start to the day. Yesterday I enjoyed a lovely walk with my local girl, then a sit and chat in her garden. I’ll probably walk again today on my own, we don’t take this weather for granted here!
grandmajet, I will be thinking about you as you make your decisions, it was good to see your first contact was positive, my best wishes to you.
Marydoll and Grandmabatty, what beautiful wreaths.
Loved your picture Taichinanan!
Very nice to see you back travelsafar, I have remembered your last couple of posts and wondered how you were getting on.
?*amselerin*, I have a friend in the same situation as you and she too has found happiness through her generosity of spirit, I hope you have a lovely day.
Wishing everyone a good ?day.

Good morning from a dull Cheshire. Today's plan is making pizza and Easter nests in preparation for the youngest two grandchildren's egg hunt tomorrow, as it's to be followed by an outdoor lunch. Hope not too much chocolate eaten ( by them ) before they arrive !

Good morning from Durham. Grey, overcast and chilly. Another here who has had an awful couple of months, but I’ve had a good talk to myself and life must go on - it may be different, but I must make the best of it. I’ve 2 DDs, a DGS and another due in June. At the moment, there’s so much to do, it’s like wading through treacle, so a weekend off.
Today, I shall meet a friend for coffee and the chap’s coming for another attack on the garden.
Best wishes to those unwell and with decisions to make. Thanking those who PM’d me recently - your comments were much appreciated.

Good morning, Mick and everyone from the Cumbrian coast which, again, is gloriously sunny although a touch frosty first thing.
I had a lovely drive up to Carlisle yesterday to check on my new home and take up a few things which I won't be deputing to the removers. I stopped at a garden centre on the way to buy a housewarming present for someone else but couldn't resist getting a plant for myself also!
I did a bit of measuring up for new furniture...I need just about everything upstairs bar a bed. Not even a loo roll fitted in the rather posh bathrooms. Yes, they are plural! Only an asset when you have visitors. I just view them as things that need cleaning.
I had a rare experience on the road up..I was literally the only car heading north, everyone else seemed to be heading towards the Lakes. Normally there's a lot of mixed traffic, cars, lorries, farm trailers, which can make for a frustrating trip on what is a twisty country road in spite of being the main road.
I was hoping for a rest day today but I think a bit of cleaning is due as the letting agent is bringing round a prospective new tenant to view on Wednesday.
Do keep posting and sharing, Grandmajet, it will help you along to unburden yourself and get the support I'm sure you will get here.
Gagagran, that bike ride must have been a huge psychological boost for your DH and will thus help his physical recovery. May it continue.
Onwards and upwards, everyone, take care.

Good Morning All x.
Yet another fine start to the day, lovely in the sun but that wind is fairly icy so finding a sheltered spot in the garden is adviseable. I'll get some more washing done while this weather is holding I think.

All I seemed to do yesterday was chat with a few neighbours both in the garden then at the front, so I caught up with everyone's doings, it felt quite normal for once.

I changed tack with my breakfast yesterday and had a couple of my favourite Maran boiled eggs and toast soldiers. They didn't touch the sides delicious. Back to the crumpets now.

So good to see you back in the fold travelsafar a diversion since your sad time. Hope you're alright x

Sad news about Bogdon Sheepandcattle very unfortunate that it now doesn't look as though he'll be a suitable candidate. How well your DH did with Popeye, he should have also trained as a vet, though I'm sure there are a certain amount of " tasks" that you can perform between you that at times avoid a vet's visit. Popeye looks none the worse for the ordeal.

I hope to see Ruby-Lou at some point, she must have a " special pass " as it's nearly another 140 miles on top of the 6 mile cut-off point that people are allowed for visiting. I'd have said it was more damaging not seeing her family .

Enjoy that interesting trip out Mick it'll keep you up to date with what's going on regarding the new train track.

Everyone enjoy the next couple of days before " the big freeze ". Stay safe and take care.xx

Good Morning everyone from a breakfast outside South of ?? where annoyed and bossy little Black Redstarts are house building over our heads!

Sooooo lovely to see you here safe from your ordeal, travelsafar. Baby steps now, don’t rush things. ??

amselerin your good relationship and a shared new life with your DiL’s new partner and the family says so much about you as a lovely person. Do hope your unpleasant brush with the vaccine sees you fully recovered now.

Thanks so much for the spoiler alert, sheep and the photo. Never read further, I know my limitations! Hats off to you ... again! Sure it will end well.

dragonfly sincerely hope you won’t have more worries. I do think that when they’re unhappy but never ‘phone - that’s worse. FannyCornforth - Happy Easter and hope you’re well. Ash, you’re welcome! Brilliant sunset photo, gelisa.

Mary - wonder where that Dollie gets her organisational skills and her up-and-at-‘em from? ? She’s definitely going to get you into trouble with those ‘neighbours’ with her little girl candour. Not surprised you and Mr Mary crept off indoors! ?

Sounds as if there’s hope of better times and the promise of a little fun on the GM cards today. For those who have to be patient for a while longer, well, you’ll do it cos you’ve coped with worse and picked yourselves up and carried on.
Never forget Granpower and that we’re all here for each other.

Have the best day, seize the moment, have a laugh, be kind to yourselves and grab the first ? that you see.

Big hugs from me - in the land of those you can’t mix with!
And don’t forget to keep safe. x

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How lovely to see our friends, who have been burdened with sadness and loss over the last few months, return to us.
It is like the new buds peeping through the ground in Spring - with all the pleasure they bring us?

Good morning all,

I've only flicked through the posts and will get back to them properly later, but notice that travelsafar has come back - welcome home to your GM friends ?.

Amselerin ?.

It's a grey, cold start to the day here in South Yorkshire, but I still hope to get out into the garden again to finish tidying and reorganising some pots. DH and I had a good day sorting out the garden yesterday and cutting the grass, so it looks respectable again ?. The forecast cold snap for Monday/Tuesday has meant a few plants have been covered with fleece again, just to give them a little protection.

Well, the bread is ready in the bread maker so I'd better go and deal with it.

Take care.

Good morning from the Sefton coast where it is sunny but chilly. The weather was the same yesterday but it didn't deter lots and lots of visitors. We drove to a quiet countryside lane for a peaceful walk. As darkness fell my multi-coloured solar lights came on - one happy bunny.
Gosh, it was very busy on this thread yesterday. I love the three wreaths made by Marydoll’s future DiL, Grandmabatty and Auntieflo (accompanied by bunnies and chicks). I have serious igloo envy, Gingster and would love to spend time in Scotland doing tai chi on the beach. MrGaga’s 8 mile marathon in 30 minutes is simply outstanding! Well done that man.
Welcome back travelsafar and Fanny.
I hope Blossoming is recovering from her fall down stairs and that grandmajet and Daisyboots find some solace in the concern and kindness shown here.
Have the best day you can everyone. x

Good morning from Shropshire where it’s bright but chilly.

Our day didn’t go to plan yesterday as DD wasn’t well so we did our Easter egg hunt with her then packed up lunch and took it over to DD’s.

We have a break from childcare this week so off to buy paint and wallpaper today.If the weather is fine we will paint the garage door, if it’s too cold we will decorate the dining room.We also have an awning to put up at the back of the house.I say we but really DH with me as his assistant.

amselerin ?

Ash, sorry the situation isn’t getting any better in France, so difficult for you and your husband?

Good to see you back posting travelsafar and Georgesgran?

Mary, sounds like you had a lovely visit with Dollie and Cherry hope you have had a restful night and are feeling well.

Have a good day all and thinking of all with illness,sadness and worries.??

A warm welcome back Georgesgran too. ?

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A later good morning from me in East Northants at DD's. Looking grey and chilly outside.

It would have been our 49th wedding anniversary today, and looking back i can remember every minute of that happy day. Just wishing DH were here with me now. Shall be thinking of him a lot today.

DD took me to the garden centre yesterday and I spent a fortune on plants for my empty pots, so that will keep me busy hext week. DD also bought some plants which i shall treat her to. The garden centre is an easy walk from home, so I may now venture a walk up there at some time if I need the odd thing.

No plans for today other than watch the rugby this afternoon - I have remembered my lucky socks! I'll also be able to get on with my knitting.

Hoping all have a pleasant Easter Saturday.

Lovely photos Bluesapphire ?
Good to see some posters back ,it's a nondescript day here today .
Sheep it was very strange when I was reading your post my oh was flicking through television and Popeye came on .
Hope everyone has a good day take care ?

Lovely photo's Bluesapphire.
A bitter/sweet day for you

It's just clouded over here in south Devon and is a bit cool.
Dan-the-man is coming to do the first grass cutting of the season today.
I've just fed the birds and been running about trying to prevent the rooks and pigeons eating it all before the little birds can get at it.
Have a peaceful Easter.

Now have time to read and have a second coffee. Poor sheep, farming life is not bring kind to you at the moment, is it. I do hope Popeye recovers, but also sad news about Bogdon. Do you have recourse to the farmer from whom you purchased him? Love the photos again, and what a lovely view from your field.
Ashcombe it is indeed bad news for any travel between here and France. A distanced marriage is one thing, but throw in Covid and it's quite another. Thank goodness for zooms and facetimes - but it's not the same is it. I do feel for you both.
Welcome back travelsafar.
Enjoy Brodie Castle again Brook. My favourite place near here is Glamis Castle where the grounds are beautiful. We also have, on a smaller scale, House of Dun. With weather like this today - and bearing in mind the snow (!) forecast for tomorrow - all these places will be very busy.
So lovely to hear that your DH is feeling so good after his byke ride - ever onward and upward. ?

Good morning all from a chilly bright Lancashire. It’s looking very busy out on the marina, the car park is almost full. Not much planned for today other than usual exercises and more sewing. Sending good vibes to all.

Good to see you posting Georgesgran, a warm Gransnet hug for you ?
Bittersweet for you BlueSapphire, what a lovely handsome couple.

Amselerin

Back from Tesco and dropping off Easter stuff to dd. It's good to see Georgesgran back posting. I'm off to do Saturday housework. Have a happy Saturday x

Good morning everyone. Happy Easter

Blue Saphire I can't believe how similar your dress and headress was to mine if I knew how to put a photo on here you would be amazed

Hello from Cornwall. Sitting (not comfortably) in the sun with my earl grey tea. Sciatic pain has gone but think I've pulled the hip flexor tendon on same side. Much to do but only standing up jobs for the next few days. Going to get some stretches done on the pilates mat before do the short drive for Mya's walk. Wondering how I can collect Mya's poop when on our walk. She's bound to do one! Can't drag MrM away as needs all his time to get the digger repaired ready for work on Tuesday.

Same for me grandMattie. Pant is lucky to be able to take things up. I've even resorted to knitting an extra cuff on a jumper to get the length. It always annoys me when it shows a model with sleeves pushed up. Wish they would put the length of sleeves on description. I love under the bust style tunics and dresses but the line is always across my bust . Moan over

Mixed news Sheep. Poor little Popeye (smile]. Quick thinking there though. I did read on and had to take a 'gulp' !

GrannyGravy13. Dover Sole and Jerseys - yummy. Fish is my favourite meal.

Hello FannyCornforth. Good to hear from you.

GrandmaFrench Thank you for the big hugs. You take care too.

Those lucky enough to have visitors around this weekend, enjoy the chat and company.

Georgesgran, yes, you've had a rough ride too but so glad to see you posting x

What a lovely photograph BlueSapphire x

I've missed all these with eating after I'd posted.

Georgesgran - so good to see you back.
Amseleren ?