Good Morning Tuesday

Urms not contentious at all. Just a chat between pals, like I do with my other friends. It’s good to know peoples thoughts. .
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It is a cold, wet day here in the north of Scotland and the heating is on. I have three layers on and short of wearing my outdoor winter coat in the house, needs must. We were always told to put on another layer rather than turn the heating up!
Grandmabatty. Now I’ll have to make dough boys tonight. My nana used to make them and they were so light and fluffy that they would have won a prize. We thought they were a treat and didn’t understand that it was an economy until in our teens.
Well, yesterday we went out and because it wasn’t raining stopped for a coffee at an outside table. What a treat. Over a year since having a coffee and cake. Couldn’t bring ourselves to sit inside yet but the area next to us is still in level 3 and we decided to be patient for another week or so. The shop next to the cafe emptied just as we were ready to leave so I went in and bought two presents that are so nice I won’t want t give them away?. Slept like a log for once and I think it was having a normal and happy day that did it.
Harrigran. Shocking for your poor DH but also you and BIL. All that effort and time from three people wasted. I hope you get it resolved because you have such a difficult time anyway. ☕️? from me.
Have the best day you can everyone.

Another morning from S Lanarkshire, looks lovely outside.

Enjoy your break Ashcombe, sounds like lots of cheering catch ups although your main one is still out of reach, you are very uncomplaining about that,

That was so bad harrigran, you and your husband must have been so upset. It’s ridiculous that you should have to, but probably worth you calling to check ahead of time from now on, if you can’t rely on the hospital to contact you.
I’d like to think a complaint would change things but to be honest, I’m not sure.

I had a wonderful couple of hours yesterday with my two youngest grandchildren, we just slotted back in and I was fine for the journey home.
Case numbers are going up in their area though, so fingers and toes are crossed for next week.

Zoom book club this morning, as far as I can gather nobody liked the book which is unfortunate for the ‘chooser’, tact will be required!

Wishing everyone a good day, especially those feeling a bit down ???

Harrigrancomplain you and oh can do without any more stress .Ash enjoy yourself drive to see family and friends .GM like others have said go with friend if oh doesn't want to go.Take care all ?

Good morning from sunny Colchester.
Our wardrobes are finished, so no workmen here today.
Lots of housework and laundry to tackle. I will also need to walk to the supermarket.
DH is going fishing to allow me time to get stuff done.

Happy Birthday Ashcombe and hugs all round x

Morning all,

It’s brightening up here in South Yorkshire, but still on the chilly side. I’m getting tired of this now and long for a little more warmth, like many others, no doubt! ?

Enjoy your trip away and your birthday celebrations, Ashcombe. It’s sad that your DH can’t be over as well, but let’s hope that won’t be the case for too much longer.

Hoping to see my friend later for coffee if she’s free, it will be so good to have a catch up in person rather than on the phone.

That’s an appalling lack of communication, Harrigan and no doubt their excuse will be the letter to cancel must have got lost in the post, or some other feeble excuse. As suggested, contact PALS, especially as this is not the first time it’s happened.

Well, I hope the day goes well for everyone. Take care.

Sorry Gingster I don’t want to come across as contentious. You are right of course. Each marriage (or partnership) finds its own level of acceptability. I only commented because granMattie doesn’t sound happy.
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As you can see gM you’re not alone. If I lived in your part of the country I’d happily ‘play out’ with you!

Urms, Grumpy husband just gets all his own way because it makes for a quiet life and he gets all his own road? Surely relationships are about compromise.

Easier said than done, if husband is reluctant to talk, let alone compromise. I too, now have a grumpy husband, strong, silent type he wasn't always like that! I've learned it's best to do my own thing, when he is like that!

GM, I can empathise!

Sar yes beautiful there too. Enjoy your peace and quiet. ?????⚓️

Good morning Auntyflo and all x

Urms my DH will usually bow to my wishes, eventually, but it does sour the occassion. After 50 years I’ve given up and lead my own life. That sounds horrible, but we are happy in our own way. You Learn to live with it. When we go to our cottage by the sea, we spend all our time together, so this sort of compensates. You are lucky to have a like-minded DH who is harmonious with you . We can’t all be the same, I suppose! ❤️,

There's a yellow ball in the sky this morning. Does anyone want to play catch?
Have a nice day!

Gingster the boat was originally at Two Tree Island, now at Wakering boat yard on the Crouch. Very peaceful and lots of birds x

You’re right of course Gingster I don’t know what it’s like (fortunately). But I think communication is key. Talking about the why nots. Grumpy husband just gets all his own way because it makes for a quiet life and he gets all his own road? Surely relationships are about compromise. Have a holiday this year and agree to forgo on next year for example. Talk about if anyway. If I didn’t I’d be so resentful and that must spill over into how harmonious a partnership is (or isn't). I don’t like the idea of one partner always having the casting vote.

But as you say I’m guessing here. Entrenched behaviour over years, probably does mean a holiday with a friend instead and just leave grumpy at home.
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I’ve now woken up properly...
Happy Birthday Ashcombe ??? enjoy your day, travel gently.?

Good morning all from sunny Essex.
Sar -is your boat in dock at Two Tree Island . It’s beautiful there with all the wildlife. We used to go a lot. Must pop over soon sometime.

harrigran what appalling service you are having from your hospital. Your poor DH doesn’t need the extra stress. And neither do you.?.

Ashcombe have a wonderful week away. ?. Take care on the roads.

GM , I know what it’s like to have an awkward and at times grumpy DH.
And Urms you probably don’t realise how draining it can be to constantly try to organise and motivate them into doing something they don’t want to do. You tend to give up the uneven struggle ??. I would arrange a short break with friends. It’s much more fun. ??

Not much doing today, so will read, walk the dog and generally faff.
Wishing you all a pleasant day, whatever it brings. ??

Good morning from the Sefton coast where it promises to be a sunny day.
I hope the pain in your knees is lessening Grandmafrench and that you have a speedy recovery. How lovely to be returning to T’ai Chi and seeing your DS2 this week grandMattie. In the same way that Ashcombe is visiting her AC and friends, you’re finally being reunited. Enjoy your meal Scentia; I like your style. To put it mildly, that’s not on harrigran.
Today I’m picking up DGD from school. We always stop to count the time with dandelion clocks, look at other wild flowers (she’s too tired to recall their names), inspect the effects of fungus on a tree stump and giggle at a very fluffy cat which meets us to have its tummy tickled.
Keep a beady eye out for a flamingo and hold on tight if you find one.
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Good morning Mick, morning all from South Lanarkshire where the sun is shining.

I’ve slept all night! Opened my eyes for the first time at 7.45, I can hardly believe it. Normally I’m awake around 4 for at least an hour.

An old school friend is motorhoming in Scotland for a week from East Anglia and today we’re going to meet up. It’s been a couple years since we’ve seen each other so I’m looking forward to it.

That’s not acceptable Harri, what a dreadful way to treat sick people.

I think I’d be finding a friend to join me on a short break grandMattie , life has been so stifling and a change of scenery can be uplifting.

Have a lovely time Ashcombe, I hope it won’t be too long till you can be reunited with your DH.
Love the photo of the escapee Gwen.

Wishing everyone a peaceful day.

Good morning from North Yorkshire...it’s still raining. I’m hoping the sliver of blue shy that Gwen spotted drifts 20 miles northwards!
Despite the rain I have washing on. I need to keep up this week as the decorator has confirmed for next..lounge, dining room and conservatory followed by the kitchen and utility. I need to choose the colours. Charity Zoom meeting later.
Harri you should contact PALS. It’s horrible when poorly people are messed about.
Ash enjoy your birthday and your visits north.
Hope everyone has a good day. Stay safe.

Morning Mick and all

Oh dear GrandMattie could you go away with a friend for a few days?

Ashcombe enjoy your road trip to friends and family, drive carefully.

Scentia we are going out to lunch to a nice restaurant with The Imp on Wednesday, first time since he was a baby, DD and I have fingers crossed it’s a good day!!! As at 16 months he lives up to his nickname ?

We have The Imp today so it’s a go with the flow day.

Dreadful of the hospital gagagran

Keep safe and well folks ?‍♀️?

Good morning everyone from a cloudy Glasgow with sun trying to break through.

Harri, what a dreadful experience for your husband. Its not the way to treat someone who is ill. A similar thing happened to me just before lockdown, but the outcome was different. After leaving home early in the morning and a stressful drive in the Glasgow rush hour, I received a call, just as we parked, cancelling my appointment. The person I was going to see was stranded after a stag weekend in Amsterdam. ?‍♀️
I was furious ? to say the least and in a lot of pain, so insisted I see someone. Good job I did, my treatment was changed. Dear GM, I hope you feel brighter soon and that those worrying about children and partners find some peace of mind.

We are off to the nursery today for DH to get his begonias. No matter how nice they look elsewhere, they must come from this particular establishment with no frills.
I think they are missing a trick here, not having a tearoom, as its surrounded by farmland and not much else. If I was fitter, I could run it! ?
After that, DH has insisted I rest, as usual I overdid it yesterday. However, I'm trying to cram as much in to my life, before its too late!

I'm rather tired after yesterday's Thelma and Louise day out. A severe case of hypothermia was suffered due to the roof and windows in the car being down. However, no pain, no gain. We had a fabulous day, coming home hours after the menfolk had returned from golf! DH actually messaged ne to check I was OK, he never does that!!! ?
Travelling in the opposite direction from Glasgow (change of plan to avoid the restrictions), we hit the posh charity shops. One of them looked like an upmarket boutique.

The Ebay Queen is fascinating to watch, as she sources items to resell on Ebay and Facebook, in her quest to become a millionaire. ? I was curious (and initially a little bit annoyed), when she was constantly on her phone. It turned out she was comparing the price of items in the shop, to how much they were selling online. An entrepreneur indeed!!! ?
Much of the stuff in the shops still had the original labels. I got a brand new M&S summer dress for a few pounds.

We also visited a charity warehouse, I didn't know existed, ten minutes from DS2's new home. They are looking for items to upcycle for their cottage and his fiancée was delighted when I alerted her, she couldn't believe she didn't know it was there. Especially when she attended the school in the same road! ?

For all those travelling today, safe journey and for those meeting family and friends, enjoy! It looks like we're are going back into more severe restrictions at the end of the week. ? I'm despairing. So many times I have had hopes raised, a glimmer of freedom, told my shielding can end, then this blooming virus (and selfish people) knocks me back down again. I was in tears last night listening to the news and the reasons for the spikes. Mostly avoidable. ? We had minimal cases a few weeks ago here , now they are rising again.
I fear this pandemic has turned me into a self centred person, angry person! That's not me! ?

Good morning all from the Scottish Borders. Sun straeming in!
I wake too early these bright mornings and end the day so tired.
The Bluebell walk was beautiful yesterday and a walk with DS, DGD and dog on Sunday. DS recognises the birds by their songs. He was teaching me. He certainly didn't get that gift from me.
I am feeding a neighbour's cat this week - must not forget!
Yoga and gardening today.

Happy Birthday to those who are celebrating. Ashcombe

Dragonfly your day sounds interesting
Sorry Harri that you are still having a wretched time.

Sending good wishes and hugs to all who need some.

“Oh! what a beautiful morning, oh! what a beautiful day ..!” ? ?

Good morning GraMingoes from south Manchester where it’s gorgeous. Sun’s up with patches of blue sky too. No plans might go for a stroll with my 1st Reserve. He’s on standby to take the boy wonder to his cricket match at 6pm as son in law has a big job on today that’s not local either.

We spent the afternoon downstairs in Bevano Lounge yesterday. What a wonderful uplifting way to pass a Monday afternoon. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.

grandMattie you have the patience of a saint but must be seething inside! I know I would be. Your husband likes his routines (cleaning on Mondays etc) so probably prefers to be at home and in control. I’d say “look, we need and deserve a holiday. Put your face straight. You can organise it if you like but otherwise I’m going to sort one out, so take your pick”. If I didn’t say something I’d resent him.

Ashcombe hope your holiday oop North goes great. How wonderful to be seeing your family again after such a long time! I bet you’re fizzing with excitement. Drive carefully.

It’s so lovely to be reclaiming our freedoms. Enjoy them everybody whilst being cautious. x

Good morning from a sunny Cheshire. DH has golf this morning so will get some chores done. Will read and enjoy posts later.