Good Morning Wednesday

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Good morning from sunny Shropshire.

Sorry to hear about your health worries Ash,I hope that things settle down?and muse hope a day of rest helps??

We decided yesterday to make the most of the day and have a day off from chores.We went to Llangollen for lunch then on to Bala for afternoon tea.I have attached a couple of pics from Llangollen.We are so lucky to live just a few miles from such a beautiful place.The apartments in one of the pictures is where we would like to live if ever the garden gets too much.View of the railway for DH and the river for me.Driving home from Bala the scenery was stunning.

Alizarin, you have a lot of work to do?take it easy!

Mary enjoy your day.

I am going for a manicure and pedicure later.First time for about eighteen months.

Mary, I’m thinking maybe Urms and another gransnetter were in touch with EV?it would be good to know she is ok.

Thinking of panache and Grandmajets family today?

Have the best day you can everyone.

Good morning from another dreary day here in Essex. I’m glad all the northern/Scottish grans are having the sun for a change but we’d like it back fairly soon, please.

Breakfast this morning with DD, in a tiny cafe round the corner. We’ve never been but it’s always busy and people recommend the food and service. It has a small outside area too, so hopefully we won’t have to queue. Then I’m off to the hairdressers . I haven’t had colour on now for about 18 months and I think I might leave it au naturelle. I’ve got used to it after being a fiery redhead (like Marydoll), all my life.

Ash sorry to hear of you’re health concerns. Hopefully the doc will sort you out ?.
Muse when I saw you had fallen, I immediately confused you with Alizirin (Cornwall connection) . Oh no, her hip, I thought ?, she’s fallen in the allotment! I’m pleased it’s not her but sorry you’ve taken a tumble. Speedy recovery!

Will watch the tennis later - lots of players slipping and hurting themselves.

Sar I finished the book ‘Three Hours’ that you recommended. Very tense and I couldn’t stop reading it.

Wishing you all a lovely day. ???

Good morning, Michael and all GNs. It is a grey sky day in South Yorkshire and none too warm. DS and DiL are coming down for a couple of day and we have booked a visit to Chatsworth House today. We’ve been there a few times over the years, but it’s a first for them. Some sunshine would have been nice but if it stays dry it’ll be okay.
I’ll have to get moving. Have a good day folks!

Good morning from a brightish Leicestershire.

We are off to the Hope Valley in the Peak District today for a few days to stay with my SiL. I am really looking forward to it.

Sorry to hear of your aches and pains Harrygran are they caused by the damp.
Ashcombe how worrying for you, I was admitted with AF recently but have not had an attack since. I put mine down to stress.

Sorry to hear your about your brother kitty and my thoughts are with Panache.

Good morning from a cloudy but warm Black Country.

Sorry to hear of your health concern Ashcombe I sincerely hope your doctor can put your mind at rest.

for muse wishing you a speedy recovery.

Susan I love Llangollen, it was mine and MrJ's first weekend away together, and have been a few times since.

Grandmajets family and Panache are in my thoughts today. Concerned too about EV hoping that someone on GN is in touch with her

No real plans today, just go with the flow.

Good morning all. Grey skies here at Batty Towers. Hopefully they'll burn off later. Ashcombe I hope your bp settles soon. Susan what lovely views. I can understand the appeal. Alizarin definitely a jungle vibe! Don't overdo things. Marydoll enjoy your afternoon tea. I haven't had a strawberry tart this year yet. Time to visit the baker I think.
Yesterday was a glorious day. The boy wonder and I spent it in and out of the garden. Needless to say the man who was going to do some work for me called off but promised to come today. Dgs has been really affectionate the last few days which was lulling me into false sense of security. He had a mad half hour, tearing around, throwing things about and nothing would settle him. It was completely my fault as it was a sugar high. I had given him chocolate ice cream. I'll not be doing that again in a hurry! However I treasure the time I get to spend with him when he's little, although I'm exhausted at the end of it.
Today, fingers crossed, the hedges will be trimmed back. They are thugs of leylandii and I'm determined to get them cut down gradually. I had eight feet taken off them last year. The previous owner just didn't bother about them. I'll go out and water the plants soon. No visit to mum today but I'll see her on Friday as my lovely aunt has invited us for afternoon tea at the local golf club. DD is coming too. So no plans for today until I see if the garden work gets done. Have a good day all.

Morning Mick and all

Have just got The Imp to school for Archery practice, he is a bit bleary eyed after all the excitement of the Football last night. He is only 6 but happily bouncing round our kitchen singing ^its coming home^??

GN community has had two bereavements in a couple of days, sending love to both families, especially our dear Panache

Bed changing, gym and general pottering today. Muse and Ashcombe I think rest is needed. Marydoll enjoy your afternoon tea (have you tried nosecco?)

Have attached a photo of two noisy birds who have taken up residence outside my bedroom window!!!

Keep safe and well folks ??‍♀️

I think EV was on a final warning last time I saw a post from her it was on a controversial thread and her post was deleted.

I can only speculate that she is on the naughty step (maybe permanently)?

Grandmabatty, we are exhausted some days looking after the little ones but like you say days to treasure?
DGD is at school now and busy with clubs and play dates.We are looking forward to having some time with her in the school holidays.

Good morning from Morecambe Bay where it’s sunny with a few clouds.
?today for Muse and Ashcombe hope things improve quickly.
A busy day for me today as we are off on our travels again tomorrow. We are giving the campa a well deserved rest and taking our car to a cottage in Ilfacombe. The downside is we are taking DS2 who has ASD. I’ll need a holiday after 10 days with him! He’s hard work at times.
Take care and stay safe everyone ?

Good morning from North Yorkshire. It’s warm but cloudy so far. Yesterday was lovely and sunny.
Two lovely memories from the thread today. I visited Bala as a student and again with my family when the girls were quite little. DH and I went to Urquhart Castle in 2017.
Bed stripped and washing on, some shopping to do (DD2 arrives tomorrow for a few days) and some admin.
Thoughts with those who are struggling.
Have a good day everyone. Stay safe.

Good morning from another dreary, damp and thoroughly depressing day in Essex by the sea.
I have no plans today except making a Shephards Pie for when DH returns from his few days away later this evening. They have to moor up with the tide so here's hoping they don't miss it.
Lots of sadness on Gransnet in the last few days, my thoughts are with the families concerned.
I'm glad you enjoyed the book Gingster.
Have the best Wednesday you can and try and find a smile xx

Good morning Auntyflo and all x

Good morning everyone from a dull grey Northampton, although a glimpse of the sun is promised later.

Got a bit wet on the health walk yesterday, so we cut it short and retired to the cafe early for a warming drink.

I have another walk this afternoon, as our book club is meeting for the first time since February last year. A good 40 minute walk each way to our meeting place. It will be good to discuss a book in person rather than by email.

Just the Sainsbury's order to complete today and a bit of tidying up before I venture out after lunch.

Thinking of those coping with sadness, and good wishes to all GNs.

Good morning. Sorry I disappeared. IT issues. I kept up to date with the posts. Could have posted last night but read the sad news of the loss of an obviously dear contributor and did not feel appropriate. My condolences to her family and all of you who knew her.
Ddog in kennels. Miss him like fury.

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Good morning Mick, morning all from sunny South Lanarkshire. It’s a little overcast but I’m hopeful that we’ll have another sunny day.

So sad to hear Panache has lost her beloved husband.

Your allotment sounds like heaven Alezarin.

Photos of egg vending machine for Gingster. I bet you had visions of single eggs dropping down a shute to be caught deftly by the customer.
Sadly it’s much more mundane.

Your hare from the other day is fabulous Gelisajam.

Sending you healing vibes Ashcombe and Muse, I hope today brings an improvement.

Enjoy your garden party Marydoll.

DH suffers dreadfully from hay fever so likes to sit in the shade but our parasol had to be consigned to the tip after many years of service so yesterday we drove to the nearest Homebase where we had checked they had plenty in stock. Having decided on a parasol I suggested that we would require the base to go with it. Not at all says he, the one we have will be fine. Once home he realised that of course it didn’t fit so half an hour of cutting bits off and much cursing ensued before he gave in and agreed that we should have bought the base. Guess what we’re doing today? I’ll go with him and get some food shopping while we’re out. It’ll be a change of supermarket.

Wishing everyone a peaceful day.

Good morning all from the Black country. Weather overcast hope it brightens up like yesterday afternoon.
Will read through after breakfast not much else planned for today.
Enjoy your day everyone and may you all find some ?

Good morning all. I couldn't stop thinking about Grandmajet all day yesterday. Life is precious. She was very upbeat and we all hoped she would come through the surgery in better health. So sad.
Hope your leg improves , Muse
Ash - your blood pressure could be staying high because you are stressed over it. Been there. I never get mine taken at the surgery as it is sky high even when I think I am relaxed. The brain is a strange organ.
I haven't read all the posts yet but have noticed some lovely pictures which I will study later.
The best day possible to all .

Good morning Mick and everyone from a sunny warm Carlisle.
Yesterday was busy with lawn care, then having my final blind fitted in my sitting room. I was pleased to find it did look really good, so hard to picture the whole thing from a small patterned sample. Then I was delighted to watch Mark Cavendish back on form and winning the latest stage of the Tour. I think people were starting to write him off as too old. A good sporting day on several fronts.
Today it's shortly off to the new hairdressers. I haven't had a new one in over 40 years.
I hope you have a better day, Ashcombe. Keeping well watered is good advice especially in the warmer weather.
And the best possible day to all.

Good morning Mick and all from slighty cooler, pleasant Lueneburg. A little sad thread this morning. I feel for all those who have got issues and sending them my best wishes. I loved the pictures, all different categories. Also, I have never seen nor eaten a tablet. Perhaps I could see a picture?
I was gardening and forgot about the football. When I came in for the last 15 minutes I was a bit gutted. Don`t jump into the fire if you don`t like the heat. I enjoyed the pleasure and happiness which resulted in Britain. We need some good news. Today a friend is coming for a coffee this morning. Later I shall go to the hardware store (I can`t remember how it`s called in England now). Llangollen brings back lovely memories to me. My husband is (was) welsh. Have a good day all .

Good morning everyone from a dry overcast east Fife. Yesterday afternoon the sun came out and it was really hot. I just sat in the garden and had a lovely visit from my sister in law and my lovely neighbour sent her husband to deliver a delicious peach and cherry crumble which I had for supper with a touch of cream seeing as how my gall bladder has gently recovered I fair enjoyed it. Yesterday took me to see my consultant neurologist who has in agreement with me decided to remove the epilum I’ve been taking for many many years saying I’m not needing to take it any longer if I ever did .

Today’s a busy but nice day for me a zoom in the morning with a few auld friends followed very quickly by me and my carer making a tagliatelle for lunch, fingers crossed there’s to be no fainting this time.

My recent 24 hr EEG has recorded a fast heart beat the good news is Its recorded a good blood pressure reading. I’m NOT going to take any further medication which will reduce my blood pressure as it’s been found that’s the reason for my recent fainting must go here’s the carer have a good day everyone

Good morning all,

It's a rather grey and breezy start to the day here in South Yorkshire but is forecast to brighten up and warm up a bit, later on. My plan is to cut the grass, though right now, I haven't the motivation to do it - hope my "mo-jo" comes back.

Glad I did the laundry yesterday as it turned into a very pleasant day weather wise, and the washing dried without any problem.

Ashcombe, I hope that after a bit of relaxation, your BP reading will be lower - as other posters say, anxiety about it can make it rise. (Our minds are strange things at times).

Muse, hope your leg soon feels better. Resting today is very wise.

There are some lovely photos again today, and the ones of Llangollen are very pretty - it's a beautiful area isn't it? DH and I have been a few times.

Saddened to read this morning about Panache's DH. I send my condolences ?.

Wishing everyone a peaceful day. Take care.

Good morning Mick and all from Cloudy Chambers northwest Lancashire coast. Even though I didn’t know Grandmajet personally, I thought about her a lot yesterday. It seems so strange that one of us commenting on our day to day doings, just disappears. It brought “Intimations of Mortality”.
Off for coffee soon with good friend, then I will pick up my new contact lenses at last. It has been an age, maybe due to Brexit. Using up old lenses hasn’t been satisfactory. I ‘lead’ with my left eye and if I mix them up it’s strange. I use my specs mainly but as things hopefully are opening up,will be wearing them more often.
Watched a documentary on Ernest Hemingway night. Interesting man, but all the big game shooting and bull fighting is hard to stomach.
I miss EV very much, her sayings “a rat at a fair” and her menus for the day.
Hope your health is ok Ashcombe.
Thoughts to anyone with worries.

Good morning all from sunny Lancashire. We have had such a busy few days. The refuse tip has re-opened fully, so Mr. B has now made 5 trips with rubbish that isn’t fit for recycling. Yesterday we were able to visit our niece and G. Nephew. We also dropped off several plant pots that won’t be used following the garden reorganisation. Our GN has been accepted to study horticulture, he is growing into a fine young man. I haven’t seen any of my nieces and nephews since December 2019. We keep in touch online, but it’s not the same, is it?

Today’s plan is laundry as the weather is set fair. Have as good a day as you can ?