Good Morning Friday 17th December 2021

Good Morning all from East Staffordshire where it feels mild again.
So glad you enjoyed the movie Mick I will try to see it before Christmas. Did they check your covid passport on entry?
Off to see DGS in his very first nativity today, he is a shepherd but apparently keeps taking over the Joseph role and holding Mary’s hand and lifting baby Jesus out of the crib??
I have done my LFT as I have a sore throat and a cough but I am all good to go out and mix!
I have a friend visiting this evening and we will have a catch up whilst the lads go for a pint no doubt!
I do hope you all have a good day and take care of yourselves and of others❤️

Good morning from a dark, clear E Kent. I could see Venus very clearly.
Sounds like you had a good time, Mick.
Scentia, I remember when GS was an ox in his nursery nativity, he kidnapped baby Jesus and refused to return him. He loved babies, even had his own imaginary one…
Said DGS has asked to come for the night. His siblings are with their father and he prefers to visit two old farts rather than staying at home, even though his mum has a few friends round!
DS1 should be airborne by now, landing at 1800, tube/train here - probably arrives here around midnight. So happy.
Visiting Philip’s house this morning, still can’t sell due to no Letters of Administration. I wish they’d pull their fingers out. Every wrong thing puts us back another ??? Weeks. It is extremely unkind, if nothing else.
Have a happy day, put worries aside. Carpe diem and as Marydoll says, don’t procrastinate. Catch a few rays do ☀️ as well as the odd ??????. ❤️

Good Morning everyone from a dark but still mild south coast. 9.5 degrees so more normal for the time of year.

DH is going for a CT scan with contrast this morning and can't have breakfast. DSiL is taking him in as he works at the hospital and DD will pick him up. We have been so well supported throughout his cancer journey and feel very blessed with our family.

I have a delivery from Donald Russell coming today so need to make some room in the freezer. In reality that will mean disposing of some elderly packages in there.

I love a nativity with little ones doing their own thing Scentia and I bet you will both shed a tear and smile a lot as your DGS steals the show! Treasured memories for the future.

Take care in Bicester Mick and enjoy your fish and chips. IT's spag bol for us.

Have the best day you can everyone.

Morning Mattie - glad your DS is on his way!

Ooh Mattie exciting times, having your boy home. Hope he gets through security with those pins in his hand!

DS was given a special certificate to explain the noise from the metal detectors. Very amusing!
Thank you for all your best wishes. X

Good Morning everyone from Severnside. It’s dark and I didn’t take notice of whether it was dry or damp outside. Not that it matters much.

Off to do my weekly shop and a visit to the farm shop on the way home.

I’m sure you will enjoy the nativity Scentia. As Gaga says it will be treasured memories all the extra bits the little ones put in.
I guess you won’t be going to bed Mattie until your son safely walks through your door.

Have a good day all ?

Good morning all from a chilly North Leicestershire.

The recycling lorry has just gone down the road but we are up early as the tiler is coming again.

DGS5 had his end of term concert on Wednesday but just sat on his teacher's lap looking embarrassed to be anywhere near all his singing classmates.

Good morning from dark but dry Sefton.
Your excitement at the thought of DS1 arriving is infectious, GrandMattie.
Tales of nativity plays are a joy to read. Are there any more?
?for MrGagagran’s CT scan today.
Cripes, Scentia, you’re such a busy woman!
Cards have been posted, presents wrapped, three deliveries are imminent and if it’s not sorted by now well it couldn’t have been that important, could it? ?
Smiles, flamingos and warm wishes are winging their way to you all.
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Buen dia todos from a dark and dry Spain ?? where DH has just filled my chamberpot ☕️?

Have settled in mi Casa for Xmas, New Year and Three Kings and a busy round of socialising with quite a few outdoor events, all bemasked and distanced ? - thanks for all your best wishes on our travels.

I extend those thoughts to everyone travelling home to you Ash GM and others - such joy when you meet up!

Belated birthday bubbles ?Baubles and any other celebrations I missed in my gallivants.

? for those with tough times afoot Barmey GS and more - I struggle to recall names and news and do apologise if I misremember the order of things ?, be assured my thoughts are with you along with everyone else on this marvellous uplifting thread ?

I’m sending you all some ??? from the Andalusian weather barn (Lauranorder on the Island would be ? with how much ? they have in stock!) - stay safe x

Morning all

Pleased you enjoyed the film Mick hopefully we shall see it soon.

It’s mild and very foggy here in S E Essex and still dark!!!

We have The Imp as DD is going into work. Will walk down the road to the butchers and Sainsbury’s local.

Keep safe and well folks ???

Good morning everyone from Inverness where it’s dark and feels a bit chilly.
I’m just a teeny weeny bit jealous pants - enjoy the Spanish sunshine you lucky lady!
I’m so much looking forward to going out today after my 10 day isolation so I’m awake early with excitement! I would have probably gone back to the gym for my Aqua class but that’s been cancelled so I’m going into town this morning and then round to see DGC after school. Oooh and I need to fit in a food shop sometime too
Thinking of everyone with worries and struggles, hope today is gentle and take care all whatever the day brings ?

Good morning all from a dark, dry S Hants, still mild.
The day is here gMattie, hurray!
More ?for your DH’s scan Gaga.
Pleased you enjoyed the film Mick
I had another busy day yesterday, a quieter one planned today, Tesco delivering pm, a few phone calls to make and that’s it, in theory!
Enjoy your day all with some ?? and ???.

As to the film , it was a multi screen cinema ,and only 8 in on the time of showing , as to the covid passport , I had my vaccination ready t show but they was not bothered to much , OK as I except a facemask that was there.
Mick

Good morning from dark East Yorkshire. Very envious of that sun pantglas

Yesterday I got a lot of jobs done but time ran away with me so I didn’t get the baking done. Maybe it will get done today.
I need to do a food shop which could be this afternoon. I also want to make a start on wrapping presents. I did some yesterday that I need to post and will get them sent off today.
Good to hear that West side story lives up ti expectations Mick I’m going to see it on Monday.

An exciting day for you GM enjoy your time together.

Take care all.?

Good morning everyone from south Manchester where it’s dry and mild. We leave in half an hour to mind the grandchildren. I’m to take L’il Miss to the hair salon round their corner if possible for a dry cut. Mum think her unruly hair is looking wild and so far (she’s 5y next month) she’s managed to do her best with it when she’s been in the bath! She hasn’t been keen on going so far but apparently she’s amenable to the idea this morning ha! Wish me luck.

Here’s Matt. Have a good Friday all who can. x

Good morning, all from a dry and mild Torbay, yet again.

It’s lovely to read about the Nativity plays taking place and the delight of the unexpected with little ones performing. Enjoy these precious moments!

Happy days in Spain, Pantglas2! What a special reunion tonight for grandMattie with DS1’s arrival! Happy landings to him. ?.

I hope the CT scan goes as well as possible for your DH, Gagagran. Family support is such a blessing at such times.

Yesterday was rather sombre here as I received the news from the husband of my best friend at college, with whom I shared a flat for two years, that she had died of a heart attack in January. They live in Cumbria and we are only in touch at Christmas. She was a week younger than me, so 70 when she passed away.

Sorry to put a dampener on the happy mood but I’m still very upset. ✝️

Good morning from foggy Colchester. The temperature is back in single figures today.
Christmas haircut this morning and a pootle around the shops.
DH is out this evening so DS and I will have a takeaway.
Love to all and an extra hug for Ashcombe ?x

Good morning all from a cloudy Glasgow, where it’s 7°.

GM, lovely to hear your son is on his way home. I'm sure lots of both sad and happy tears will be shed.
GrandmaSue, I hope you are having a wonderful time with your family. I’m sure you thought this day would never happen!

Ashcome, we too received a similar letter from a friend a few weeks ago. He didn't want us to read the sad news in a Christmas card, that his wife and DH's former colleague, had died.
DH had employed both as YTS applicants in the local authority over forty years ago and the two employees fell in love and married. DH had such a soft spot for her and was so upset.

It’s been a difficult week. Both DS1 and DIL have now tested positive for Covid and DS, who is asthmatic, isn’t too well. We are terrified that Dollie, who is CEV, like me catches it. Christmas is now officially cancelled. ?
I cannot believe that we have tried so hard to safe over the last two years and now this. Omicron is running riot here.

DH and I did PCRs, just to be on the safe side, as we saw DS1 on Saturday, if only briefly. Mine has come back negative last night, but DH's hasn't come back at all. I'm now very concerned!

DD has been on the phone constantly, checking on us and making sure I am not out and about, especially after the latest concerns about my health.
To be frank, I have neither the energy, nor inclination.
She has threatened us with disciplinary procedures, if we don’t toe the line!!! I think her new managerial role has gone to her head! ?

Mr Doll and I provided great entertainment for our neighbours yesterday, while we were putting up the outside Christmas lights. There were offers of the names of divorce lawyers and much laughter, as DH was doing his usuaI, ignoring SENSIBLE instructions.
The final straw was when the Ebay Queen came across to offer advice. DH’s face was a picture. He just pretended to be deaf, no need to pretend, he is deaf!
Unfortunately our security camera caught all my mutterings gesticulations and facial expressions!!

It was all for Dollie’s benefit, now she won’t get to see them.?

Gaga, I hope all goes well for your DH today and for anyone one else with worries, wishing you the strength and peace of mind to get through today.
Barmeyoldbat, I hope you manage to see your family. ?
By the time this posts, I will probably have missed someone, I will come back and read later.

For all those meeting friends and family today, enjoy!

Good morning all from Cheshire.
Yours was the last post before this Ashcombe so I want to say how sorry I am to hear about your friend. It was the funeral yesterday of a friend and ex colleague. Dithered about attending but got round it by going to the crematorium and remaining outside . Sad to lose good friends. Try to remember the happy times.
Hope your DH's scan brings good news gagagran
Enjoy, GrandMattie
Nannagarra - many happy memories of Infant Nativities. They really make Christmas special.
Lots of busy bees this morning. Wishing you all some flamingos. None on my phone !

Morning Mick, or Morning All. Another cloudy, dry start to our corner of Somerset.

Good day yesterday, a long chat with our friend and a relaxing catch up with our son. Couldn’t have been better. Mr C is determined to return the car to its rightful colour this morning, mixed shades of mud at the moment. A little admin and a lot of tidying for me before a speedy top up shop and a phone chat with our friend from over the bridge.

I’m pleased you enjoyed West Side Story mick. Eight in a cinema sounds more than ok. Sad news for you ash, I’m pleased your husband is with you. An exciting reunion to look forward to grandMattie. Good luck with the hair cut urms. Enjoy your freedom day brook, there is much sunshine envy here pantglas, a rarity in these parts.

Take care everyone. Special thoughts for those with heavy hearts. Hope Friday is gentle with us all

Good morning everyone from a dull start in Wiltshire.
Yesterday was spent cleaning up the mess from DH emptying the attic, I honestly think I have never seen so much dust. DDog and I enjoyed a walk with my lovely neighbour and their little dog, Annie towers over her!
Today yet more cleaning then I’m sitting down to try and finish a baby cardigan for my great niece and finish knitting a matching little beanie hat.
My thoughts are with all of those finding things hard ?

Good morning. We still have a red sun rising here in N. Bucks. Is that good or not ?

Lots of jobs to do today so will be busy .

So pleased for those who will be seeing loved ones for the first time in a long time. Sad for those who can’t and all who have worries and troubles. Hope the day brings a at least a small smile.

Good morning Mick, morning all from full and cloudy South Lanarkshire.

I haven’t read the thread yet as sleep escaped me last night until 5am when I drifted off. I’ve just woken up with a start and will now be running at the coo’s tail trying to get to the shop on time.

Will catch up later. Have a peaceful day everyone. ??