Good Morning Friday 14th January 2022

Good morning from crisp and sunny N Bucks.
Reading the thread you are busy people but my heart goes out especially to those with worries about their grown up children
I actually slept through till well after 7 which was wonderful. Rosie must have joined me in bed at some point in the night as she started off in her bed in the corner of the room, but I woke up to find her her curled up in the small of my back, like a hottie!
Coffee with a friend two villages away this afternoon and I may try to drop off another bag for the charity shop on my way through Olney en route as I keep sneaking jumpers out of the bag to wear “one more time”. Defeats the purpose doesn’t it?
Wishing you respite from your worries and for all a pleasant day ?

Good morning Auntyflo and all x

hulahoop

Hospital appt for me this morning for my results ,I have a knot in my stomach already even when I've been here before it doesn't get easier so keep your fingers crossed for me ladies ,virtual hugs being sent for all you ladies with worries or just because x

I have my fingers and toes crossed. Best wishes for a positive outcome. X

Good morning from a corner of the S Welsh coast. It is cold, clear and sunny, yesterday was a glorious day and today looks the same.
No real plans for today except looking after the dog and anxiously awaiting the birth of our first grandchild. Our son's lovely partner has been so ill with Delta, we are praying that everything will be alright. She has had many hospital visits since contracting it in October despite being double vaxxed and very careful, our son wasn't allowed to go with her for any of the appointments or scans either.
Best wishes to everyone especially those going through tough times.

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Good morning from North Yorkshire. Another bright sunny day here.
The moon was up yesterday afternoon when I went for my walk.
Shopping and coffee today then hopefully seeing a builder about the conservatory guttering. It overflows in heavy rain due to a design fault. It wasn’t a problem until we started to get the very heavy rain in our changed climate.
More virtual hugs for all who are poorly and worried about their AC.
Have a good day everyone.

Good morning from a dry NE.
DS and I did get to the cemetery to look for the grave of my dad's two brothers. The sunshine was lovely but it was slippy underfoot with all the leaves, I was pleased I wore my walking shoes.
We couldn't stay out too long as DS had a meeting at lunchtime so he was stuck in my study for two hours.
Played a game of Scrabble before GDs arrived after school, I was beaten again must try harder.
Family left straight after dinner as they had 45 minute drive home, I went in to the music room and found eldest had left her school blazer. The school has a strict uniform policy so I had to ring her to come back and collect it.
DD had her scan yesterday evening, she is not well and her boss commented on the fact during an online meeting, but still returned from the hospital and did more work.
Today I should have the day to myself and not be spending the day cooking and washing up, hopefully I will get some of my housework done.
Thoughts are with those who are poorly and worried.

Good Luck hulahoop from me. Awaiting results is always such an anxious time isn’t it? ?
I hope you skip home later. x

hulahoop ??

Good Morning all from the Scottish Borders where it is unusually mild.
The gas plumber turned up this morning so I expect to have a working cooker within days? I am not holding my breath as it was last July when the gas leak was first discovered.
The roof-man is expected this afternoon and the electrician too . They are like buses.
I chose kitchen units yesterday at a local showroom but mainly from a 400page catalogue.

I loved your photo Ash. Happy birthday to your DD.
One of my babies will be 50 later this month.
I had lunch with DMiL yesterday who keeps me going with her continued interest in things. She told me what she'd watched on TV - a really good programme about Lord Nelson. I must try to find it on mine!

I am glad your leg is healing Scentia though you were probably in need of an enforced rest.

So shocking for your friend to lose a child Gagagran

Sorry for all those whose DDs are unwell. Mine isn't great after her booster either.
Be kind to yourselves today.

Hospital appt for me this morning for my results ,I have a knot in my stomach already even when I've been here before it doesn't get easier so keep your fingers crossed for me ladies ,virtual hugs being sent for all you ladies with worries or just because x

Good morning everyone from the north Kent coast where it looks like being another beautiful day; raises the spirits to see the sun despite showing up all the dust.

Thoughts with all the DDs going through illnesses or treatments and those supporting them.

A trip down to the town this morning. Will walk along the seafront and enjoy the view and the sunshine. Having friends for lunch Sunday so need provisions.

Hope you all have as good a day as possible. Take care

Good morning from North Wales. I was up late this morning due to cutting my arm on the door lock at 4am.
I sat on the bed trying to staunch the bleeding and then went searching the first aid box for a bandage.
I couldn't get to sleep again till around 5.30 so woke later than usual for me.

Sun coming out here☀️ Hope everyone has some sunshine today especially those who are not well or troubled in some way.

Good Morning from a still chilly (-1.1) south coast but the sky is clear, the sun is coming up and I think we shall have another lovely day. It is so good to see some sun at last.

I enjoyed my WI meeting yesterday but my friend shared some sad news. She had received an early call from her oldest friend, her bridesmaid, whose daughter had got out of bed yesterday morning and immediately dropped dead on the floor. She was 62 and appeared healthy and fit. What a terrible shock for all concerned. My friend was shaken herself and on behalf of her old friend especially. We never know the hour nor the day. It certainly makes you think.

DH is going out for a morning ride with his cycling club so I shall potter and catch up with some recorded TV programmes. I also need to finish my click and collect order for tomorrow. Easy meals today of the "bitza" variety.

Thinking of all with health concerns, worries or sadness and hoping for better times ahead.

Good morning from a very frost and foggy Black Country.

A lovely walk yesterday with a 'Walk and Talk' group. A 90 minutes walk along the canal, then a coffee in the pub by the Bonded Warehouse.

MrJ's daughter is staying with us until Sunday. She has just gone out for a power walk, before working from home here.

Chrissielou my heart goes out to you and your DD

Sorry to hear about your DDs Ash Susan

I remember that winter well Ash my DD was born December 1978, and it seems ages until I could take her out safely without me sliding everywhere! Happy birthday to your DD.

Wishing you all a good day.

Good morning from a frosty Essex by the sea.
My very best wishes to all the daughters of our Gransnetters who are ill or going through arduous treatments.
My youngest daughter was at that stage this time last year and it is very tough doing it alone.
A walk to the chemist and paper shop this morning, nothing else planned today.
Have a good Friday everyone xx

Good morning from another frosty day in Northampton, -2C°. A visit to the shops this morning to pick up a few things, and a coffee in the M&S cafe.

I was able to watch my late college friend's funeral yesterday morning as a mutual friend sent me the link to watch the live-stream. It was a lovely service, and I was glad to share in the occasion. Her husband spoke very movingly about her, but gave us a few laughs as well. I could no more have stood up to speak at DH's funeral than fly to the moon. So glad he found the courage in his grief.

Went to ballet class in the afternoon, then had coffee with a friend afterwards in the local bakery's cafe. Walked home which took me a good 40 minutes.

Popping back now to read your doings; hope today goes well.

Susan and Ash, so sorry to hear about your daughters. Hopefully it will settle soon, with the correct treatment. ?

Morning all from Cheshire.
Youngest two GC later today. At 9 and 6 they are pretty easy now and they love to come for tea. DS joins us to eat as DIL works later on a Friday.
Hope today is less fraught Chrissielou for you and your daughter.
to everyone with worries.

Morning from a very frosty West Oxfordshire. I am having a haircut today so hope my car has defrosted before I set off. I hate having to scrape ice off! Tonight’s dinner is fish pie so I must remember to take all the fish and prawns out ready.

Thank you Marydoll. I'm not as dizzy and discombobulated as I have been over the last few days. Lying down definitely helped.

Good morning from a cold, frosty Colchester. We've had a few sunny days this week so wrapping up warm for a walk has perked us up. I'll do the same today and visit Lidl later to stock up for the weekend.
Love to all ? x

Good morning all from Polmont where it's still dark. Despite 8° outside, spring is a long way away. Happy birthday to your dd Ashcombe. Enjoy your fish and chips Mick.
Today I'm picking up dgs1 from playgroup and bringing him to my house for a couple of hours. I'm looking forward to it as I haven't seen him since last Wednesday. I'm hoping I last as this cold has knocked the stuffing out of me. I've now got a gungy eye as well as the other symptoms. You wouldn't give tuppence for me! I slept a bit better last night and only had one major coughing fit so that's an improvement. ? However you are spending your day, I hope it's good.

Good morning all from Glasgow, where its 7°.

It's is so uplifting to hear of some normality in people's lives, gosh some posters are very busy. ?

Chrissielou, I feel for your poor daughter, I experienced something similar, when I had my heart attack. I went into hospital alone a year ago and DH was not allowed to see me until he picked me up in the car park on my discharge. He wasn't even allowed in the hospital to get me, a nurse wheeled me to the front door. It still upsets me to think about it.

I fully understanding why no-one is allowed in hospitals due to Covid, but for the sake of the wellbeing of the patient, there needs to be compassion and a compromise found. It is a very difficult and lonely situation indeed for patients like your DD, who have such an arduous journey ahead.
Last week a security guard refused DH access to the hospital, when I had my appointment. After much discussion, explaining that I was very unwell and that he was concerned about me, the guard allowed him to wait for me in the foyer.

I have asked DH to take me to Lidl this morning, my baking stash is low and I like their baking goods. Normally, I would go myself, but I can't manage it at the moment. We will go first thing, when it will be quiet. I just need to get off GN and get out of bed!
He totally surprised me, when without any muttering and a screwing up of the face, , he willingly agreed to accompany me! I fear I am becoming institutionalised, only leaving my home for medical appointments and desire some semblance of normality. ☹

As a reward for DH, I will attempt to make arancini for him. He has always wanted to try them, after spotting them on Montalbano many years ago. The problem is that he hates cheese, the traditional filling, so I will try to fill them with ragu. It will probably go pear shaped, which ironically is the shape of arancini! ?

For all those struggling just now and those who care for them, Gingster and her DD, Granny Somerset, Grandmabatty, with her labyrinthis (a fellow sufferer) and anyone I have missed, I send my virtual support and prayers.

Have a good day everyone.

PS. I hope to find a £1.50 veggie box at Lidl. A bargain always cheers me up!

Good morning from a frosty Black country.
DS bringing Dgs2 round this morning so it looks like it will be a day playing with Thomas the tank he loves his trains.
Will catch up with everybody's news after they go.
Best wishes for anyone celebrating and virtual hugs where needed, enjoy your Friday and may you all find some ?.

Good morning from misty Leicestershire, hope I can see where I am going on my Nordic Walk!

DD finds out today if their bid on a house they like is successful.

So sorry your DD has to face her treatment alone Chrissielou. I hope it gets easier for her.
Sorry to hear about your DDs Ash and Susan hope they recover soon.