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Condolences Suedonim - I feel that way about my childhood. The only person who might have been able to share memories is my (half ) sister in Canada, but she has Alzheimer’s and has not had any memory for years. In fact before we realised she had dementia there were some near fall-outs when she she would come up with the most ridiculous statements about our parents which I found very hurtful. Now of course I know better, but it is as if a tranche of my own life has been snatched away.
I used to ring my parents every Sunday at 7 and so often now I find myself thinking “oh I’ll ask Dad that when I ring him”
Don’t old habits die hard?

I’m sorry to hear that sad news SueD condolences to you and your mum ?

That’s sad and reflective Suedonim.
Bit of good news here, Imogen tested neg yesterday and today, so can join in her brother’s birthday lunch tomorrow, both he and DD are testing neg too on daily lft’s.

That’s brilliant news Jax so pleased Imogen can end her isolation and join in the birthday celebrations! ???

Good afternoon lovely Kitcheners. Glad your foot is less painful Hellogirl, know what you mean about forgetting things! SueD I was very sad when the last of my aunts died at the age of 102. A last link with so many memories. . Great news about Imogen Jax .

Mr. B is feeling OK after his dentist trip yesterday. He ate a little last night and is more or less back to normal today.

Hoorah for Imogen.

Sue To have lived a good, long life and be remembered with great fondness is a true blessing and fitting tribute.

Maw My late father had a habit of dampening his finger and picking up bits on the carpet. Blow me down...I have inherited the same routine. Could be worse.

Finishing paintings today. I have a pussy cat and a dog to tackle next. After which, another larger dog portrait which I hope to complete before I go into hospital.

It's a chilly day. We managed a short stroll, but I was so relieved and pleased to return home.

Tidy up session is next on my list. After which, the weekend begins. I shall raise a G&T to you all at nine o'clock precisely.

Pressed post too soon!

I have been to the hairdressers today for a trim and tidy up so am feeling glamorous . I’m glad I took the opportunity to ditch the dye during lockdown, it’s a much shorter appointment now and costs a lot less too!

Thank for the fruit jellies SueDonim. They make me think of Christmas. Sorry to hear your sad news though. To be known as quite a character is wonderful.

Excellent news about Imogen Jax. Happy birthday wishes ??for tomorrow for her brother.

I might be on my second G+T by then soop ?. Your portrait orders are mounting up. Is it a large dog or a large portrait?

My check up at the dentist went well today but I discussed what future treatment I will might need. Having seen the estimate it will be a might unfortunately. It's either fill a gap that's just noticeable when I smile or renew a partial denture. Either way it is ££££.

This morning I received good news from my DS. My DGD2 is now receiving emotional help at school and is showing improvement, which I think that means she is talking more about her worries. DS will ring this weekend to tell me more. She will be 15 in one week so I'm sure a lovely party will be arranged for her. Thank you Blossoming, for your kind words on the GM thread.

I have no regrets at all at having ditched the dye Blossoming. Love to see the new you.

I too had a large quote from dentist to prettify my teeth muse..
I’m afraid it was unaffordable in my mind and so I just brush and floss them more carefully and hope they will see me out,

I was all set to bring Turkish delight for the lovely Kitcheners as it’s the beginning of another weekend - but after talking about teeth I have brought a couple of cheese and pineapple “porcupines” instead. Please tuck in. Mind the cocktail sticks!
A throwback to the 60’s / 70’s. Certainly. ?
Have the best weekend you can everyone. ?

I’m glad there is some encouraging news regarding your DGD too muse. I hope she can talk her fears out and be listened to sympathetically. ?

Thank you for the condolences, which I’ll accept on my mum’s behalf. Soop’s right, to have enjoyed a long and happy life is indeed a blessing.

I’m sorry to say, the fruit jellies are now all gone.

A lazy day here although I’m going to do more paper-sorting-out this evening. I’ll probably be playing some loud Meat Loaf music as I do the task.

A plumber has been round to mend a radiator that’s falling off the wall. He’s taken a bit away with him and will be back next week to finish it.

I’m glad Imogen is recovered now, Jax and that your DGD2 is getting help, Muse.

It’s fish and chips for tea tonight, then that paperwork to crack on with. Sweet dreams, everyone! Xx

I'll take the Turkish delight off your hands Tilly. I went to the dentist at the beginning of the week so my teeth are ok for while!!

I'm glad your dgd is getting support Muse. Isn't it good that these problems are more out in the open.

We've just been out for lunch with DD1. We had arbroath smokies and chips cooked in beef dripping. It was maybe not the healthiest meal but it was delicious!!

My condolences sudomin and I echo the thought that to be known as quite a character is a wonderful epitaph.

Here you go muse

I’m a bit rubbish at taking selfies!

I love the colour.

Ooh, lunch sounds tasty Kitty!

Thanks Tilly, love both pineapple and cheese and I’m avoiding sugar just now. Very 60s/70s as you say, always makes me think of Abigail’s Party too

Arbroath smokies were my Dad’s favourite kitty we lived in Perth for a while, I remember buying him a box for his birthday once.
Blossoming your hair is gorgeous, I’m still slapping on the nice n easy at home, when I remember!
And more good news for your DGD muse reassuring that progress is hopefully being made.
Thank you Tilly lovely nibbles, takes me back.
I’m grateful for your good wishes toward Imogen, it’s our grandson’s 9th birthday tomorrow. His present from us, a stand alone punch ball, is in a suitably big box, children love a big present don’t they (wrapping will be interesting!).
Enjoy your evening all x

Blossoming

Here you go muse

I’m a bit rubbish at taking selfies!

I love the colour.

Wowee - Blossoming. Colour really suits you and the length. I'm now so tempted to have more off next time.

??Excellent selfie ?

Thanks Muse, this length means it’s not so heavy and gives it a bit of bounce.

Your hair looks really gorgeous blossoming - I love the colour, it really suits you
That’s good news about your DGD muse hopefully things will improve a bit for her now
Wishing your DGS a very happy 9th birthday for tomorrow Jax - I bet he’ll love his present!

‘Evening All’

A night in. Which we’ve enjoyed. Shared a bottle of red and I just made an arrabiatta pasta dish. We watched a film on Netflix. Simple pleasures.

Your hair looks amaz Blossoming! Mine is not dissimilar - in length and colour. We must both have great taste haha!

Shame all the fruit jellies have gone. My favourites. Must buy some when I go home next week. Oh heck, maybe not ... I’ve got my first X-Pert Diabetes Prevention class on Thursday. I know I need to lose weight and take this seriously. Sad how I’ve gotten to here.

Hi all. Love the hair*Blossoming.*Good news Muse
Hope you all enjoy your DGS birthday Jax.??
Had a friend round for coffee today now enjoying a good rose wine, takes the edge off.
Plenty for the kitchen Yamas.

Condolences to your mum SueDonim. I only have 1 relative left who`s older than me, a cousin, so when he eventually goes, I`ll feel very old indeed!
Pleased to hear that Imogen is now testing negative, bless her.
I have the central heating on, plus the gas fire, which I`m only 3 feet away from, yet I`m still cold. One of the reasons being that Lynne is in bed in the front room, and likes all the doors in between to be left open. BRRRRR!!!

Good evening, Soop and lovely Kitchen people, I hope you are all well and enjoying Friday.

Muse so pleased to hear things are improving for your DGD and she’s getting some help. That’s a relief I’m sure.
Hellogirl hope your foot is feeling better now the stone is out.
Blossoming love the haircut and the colour is beautiful.
N&G hope you’re feeling better soon.
Condolences to your family Suedonim .
Hope all the poorly Kitcheners feel better soon.
I’m away to my bed early tonight as I’m quite tired. TOYA ?

Posted too soon, my phone is playing up, freezing then jumping to different places....
I'm watching the Meatloaf documentary on BBC 4 just now, what a trailblazer and innovator he was, R.I.P.
Lovely hair, Blossoming, I had my cut and colour done at my sister's yesterday, feeling better for it. Her hairdress er comes to her house and does the three of us , it's a nice social event. We all did lateral flow tests in the morning.
Good news that Imogen is now negative and can enjoy her brother's party, Jaxjacky!
Tilly, I remember creating pineapple, ham and pickled onion hedgehogs in the 70s for Pippa Dee and Tupperware parties, very popular in tbe day!
Condolences to you and your Mum, SueD.
Congratulations, Kitty, on your DD's M.A., what an achievement in these difficult days.
I had a lovely afternoon with my sisters, we took our hairdos to the pictures to see Belfast, thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend. The wee boy is an absolute star, so natural.
Sorry I can't attempt to highlight names etc while the phone is misbehaving!
TOYA, NNGB. ? ?

Thank you Brook Yia and Urms.