Good Morning Wednesday 22nd June 2022

Good morning, Michael and all GNs. Another lovely day in South Yorkshire. Hope it’s not as hot as yesterday. I visited my niece yesterday afternoon and was delighted to see that her daughter was also there with her new baby, so I got to have a long cuddle! You forget what it’s like to hold a new baby; she’s still so tiny. No idea what today will bring, but I need to buy a card and present for my DiL’s birthday so a trip out is on the cards.
GM that must have been terrifying. I’m glad your DH came out of it with only a crutch broken!
Have the best day you can folks.

Good morning all from a cloudy Glasgow, where it's currently 13°.

Yesterday's visit to DD's solicitor with essential paperwork was not easy, everything conducted via intercom in a busy street. It was like trying to get into Fort Knox. SIL forgot to tell me the name of the solicitor, who was dealing with it and the person I spoke to was reluctant to help, until I gave a name! However, Sil was on a conference call and DH, as usual didn't answer the landline, when I tried to get him to help. Men!
Later SIL, tried to butter me up, but saying I was the best of MILs. ?

I was so sad to see how dilapidated and quiet Paisley had become. Usually it is difficult to park, but there were lots of spaces and empty shops. The Paisley of my childhood, was a thriving, bustling town.
However I did, after much deliberation, manage to purchase a midi dress (a maxi on me) in a beautiful blue Paisley pattern.
I cannot wear short dresses now, due to the multiple bruising on my legs (and rest of my body) and my massively swollen ankles. I am so embarrassed by them. I really am quite vain ?

Much to my surprise, I came back to find DH had been working in the garden. I had been convinced that he had rubber eared me, when I had said that I was finding it all too exhausting.
I may have to amend my list of criteria for Old Man syndrome, he has partly redeemed himself.?

Out inspecting his work pottering in the garden, my friend came across to speak to me, with very upsetting news.
She insisted on keeping her distance, as her the family centre she works in, is rife with Covid.
Her prem grandson has serious health issues, her SIL is having tests for MND and now her husband has been diagnosed for with bowel cancer and is being fast tracked for surgery tomorrow. He had absolutely no symptoms. A timely reminder to do that bowel screening test, when offered.
They were both retiring on Monday and had so many plans.
I could have wept for my friend of forty years, but I couldn't even give her a hug. ?
There was a funny moment, when we had to skulk in the bushes, when nosy next door neighbour ( my son's FIL) came out, pretending he hadn't noticed us. He misses nothing!

As usual, after a day out, I'm shattered, I am constantly breathless now, it so frustrating, to say the least, as I have so much I want to do. Therefore, I will catch up on some sewing alterations, which have been lying for weeks, that should be a gentle activity. ?
Ash, you have reminded me that I need to order some repeat prescriptions, I just can't keep track any more and it has become impossible to sync them. Fortunately, out pharmacy technician is very approachable and helpful, such a pity yours wasn't, especially when you have health issues.

Our friends in the sick bay are always in my thoughts and prayers, the list just seems to be getting longer!
I'm afraid of missing anyone out, so love to all and a big wave to Urms, who will certainly be reading this. ?

Thanks Jaxjacky scan is today eating breakfast then I have to fast for 6hrs .one of our gds is 10 today we will see her after school she is coming to ours to get ready for rehearsal for show on Saturday ,she is taking cupcakes to share with others .My sons youngest boy won 2gold and 1silver medal at sports day so proud g parents today .

Good morning from a sunny and warm Essex. Working through my Covid isolation - pressure-washed the patio yesterday, and more to do today. Have the best day you can.

I am saying farewell to DH’s piano this morning and will at last be able to organise the sitting room to my taste. The piano is going to a teenage boy and DH would have been so pleased that it would be used so that is all positive. Suspect the carpet will need cleaning once the carpet fitter has been to sort out the unsightly bump, but really would like to put a wood floor in the sitting room. Depends on what it might cost.

Oh dear, grandMattie, I do so sympathise. Very hard dealing with a strong willed spouse who can’t recognise his limitations because you are on the alert all the time and that is an additional stress.

Good Morning everyone from Severnside. Sunny blue sky so I’ve had to pull the curtain behind me to see my screen.

If you’re like me you will love the stained glass class ladyleft. It’s so lovely when you give it the final polish to think I made that.

Lovely sea hollies GM. Mine aren’t out yet.

Unusual for me I’ve got a pile of ironing to do so I will get that done while the room is still cool.

Have the best day you can all and ?to those who can’t be here ???

Hope your scan went as well as hulahoop.

Good morning all from a sunny, warm already Essex.
We travelled back from Suffolk yesterday and I was in time for my Bridge Club in the afternoon.
We left our kitchen door window boarded up (strimming accident ?) and our lovely odd-job man will go round and fix things for us.

Today Dh will go fishing and I will be without a car but will enjoy my ‘empty’ and potter and dog walk. If it’s not too warm I’ll walk up to the town as it’s market day and buy skate wings for tea. Mmmm!

GM it’s hard keeping a good man down! Bless him for making an effort ?.

I hope you all have a ‘good’ day. ?

Good morning everyone.
Another lovely day of sunshine forecast here in N. Bucks.

I have smallest Grandson again for an hour or so this morning . I think we will play in the garden where we can stay in the shade. A bowl of water will keep him amused for a while.

It is our last craft club this afternoon , until September. We are making patchwork coasters and will enjoy scones with jam and cream. I have to make them so better get going.

? for all who are dealing with their own or family illnesses or worries.
Wishing all a good day.

Good morning all from Polmont where it's 11° and very cloudy. Definitely rain on the way. Grandmattie what a worry for you. Ashcombe how frustrating. Ladyleftfieldlover stained glass design sounds a very pleasant way to spend time.
Yesterday was full on grandma. I had dgs2 to let dd go to dgs1's nursery. I kept him as she had things to do and she brought dgs1 to my house after nursery for a couple of hours. It is always nice to see them but I was glad when the went home! I made chicken souvlaki for dinner with tsatsiki and olives. It was a first for me and it tasted lovely. I have more chicken marinading in the fridge for later too. But no more greek olives as I ate them all. I love them.
Today I will visit mum unless she cancels again. Apart from that, I have nothing planned. I want to do some drawing I think. Have a good day all.

Thanks for the photo GM I can now put a name to the ones I admired recently in a garden nearby.

Morning all from S E Essex

It’s a sunny warm day, I have the cleaning fairies here this morning, then I am off to the gym.

I have been in contact with our dear friend Urmstongran;she misses you all and sends her best wishes.

(((Hugs))) to those in need

Keep safe and well folks ?‍♀️?

Good Morning Mick and everyone from a clear blue sky Hull. A hot day for us.
grandMattie it must be heartbreaking for you to see your DH still trying to assert his independence ? caring thoughts to you both?
Ladyleftfieldlover enjoy your stained class lesson. That sound like so much fun.

This morning I’m heading to the gym for an hour.
I have a skirt to take back to NEXT isn’t it amazing I bought 2 the same size yet one is too tight. We have GS from school today he’s going through a phase where he won’t let us have the French doors open he constantly closes them. Great fun especially in this hot weather.

Take care today and enjoy your day if you can. Thoughts and hugs to those with illness and worries??

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Good morning from sunny Colchester. Another warm, dry day.
Our Wednesday morning coffee meetup in the city centre will be outside on the cafe terrace.
This afternoon we will clear pictures and ornaments from the hall, stairs, landing in preparation for tomorrow's decorators.
Love to all ? x

What a frustrating day, Ash. Hope you manage to sort everything out. ❤️
Forgot to show off my lovely sea holly.?

Good morning from a bright and sunny Torbay.

A frustrating day yesterday, starting with a phone call from the surgery pharmacist who didn’t want to hear my complaints/suggestions regarding how they communicate to patients the times of bookings for these calls.

A brief visit to help the Props team before attending my dental practice to see the hygienist, who was unable to treat me because I’m on a waiting list for heart surgery and might need antibiotics. They plan to contact my cardiologist to check.

My usual car wash was too busy so I consoled myself with a visit to Asda for the few items I like which are rarely stocked by Lidl (Oatibix and a Dr. Oetkar pizza!) Also bought a lovely dress for my DGD.

The day was rounded off by a lengthy Committee meeting at the theatre so I’m enjoying a lie in this morning. My issues are trivial compared with others here and I do feel for grandMattie and her DH, kittylester and her daughter, likewise Chrissielou and hers, Kalu and Baubles.

Have the best day you can. ?????

Good morning all from East Yorkshire. It’s another beautiful sunny morning.

I had a good day catch up with my friends at coffee yesterday. One of them gave us a bit of concern as she’d had a fall the day before but was battling on. Later GS and I made blueberry muffins and played tiddlywinks.

Today DH is wfh so I might go out somewhere. I fancied a trip to Beverley as I have a click and collect to pick up. The bus takes forever these days and don’t think the trains are running ?.

I hope you both have a better day GM
Take care everyone.

Morning all from blue sky in S Hants, going to be v warm. Frustrating gMattie but shows his spirit is there.
Lasagna to make this morning, friends arriving back today after 2 months in Australia. Greenhouse will need an early water before it gets tropically hot.
Have the best day you can ??

Good morning all from the Black country another cloudy but warm place.
Today early start it's mums and toddlers. I may do some ironing later then again I may not.
Meeting friends this evening over at the club.
Hope your DH has a better day gmattie?
?Urms
Take care all and enjoy your Wednesday, may you all find some ?.
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Good morning everyone from Leicester ... another sunny day! I’m off to our local country park today to help a visiting school explore Stone Age life.

Grandmattie, what a worry. I hope today is calm and kind to you and yours.

Enjoy the day, everyone.

Good morning everyone from Inverness where it’s cloudy but warm. Yesterday stayed cloudy all day but was really warm and I enjoyed a lovely day in the garden
Hoping the chat with your doctor goes well mick
Hope you and your DH have a better day gMattie, take care and look after yourself too
Today I’m off for a splash around at the gym and then I’ll go across the road with my pal for lunch and a good chat.
The stained glass sounds interesting llfl enjoy your day!
Thinking of everyone with worries and struggles, hope today is gentle and take care all whatever the day brings ?

Morning all from West Oxfordshire. I will be spending the day making stained glass. This is a day school where I will be taught how to make a piece of stained glass which can be displayed outside in the garden. Hopefully this will be fun. While I’m out OH may try and get us a table for tonight at one of our local restaurants. ??? for the GMs.

Good morning from a sunny Essex by the sea.
Thank you for all my birthday wishes yesterday, I had a lovely day.
Today first thing I have an appointment with the hygienist, not my most favourite thing to do. Housework later.
I hope you DH has a better day GM, no more drama's.
Enjoy Wednesday everyone, much love xx

Good morning from a sunny E Kent. I fear it may be too ho5 for me today.
Nothing much, chiropodist visiting DH this afternoon.
DH made me very cross yesterday, deciding to walk with his crutches to the dining room alone, without telling me. I heard creaking, had arms full of lunch tray and was unable to rescue his fall. He managed to break one crutch. We bottom-shuffled him to bed and were able to lift him up onto it. I was furious with him! He promised he wouldn’t do it again. So he tried again at bedtime. Not my favourite person ATM.
DD keeps suggesting a walking frame; he won’t hear of it.
I hope today is drama-free!
Trust that your DD is doing ok after her chemo, kitty.
May everyone enjoy the continuing warmth and sunshine ☀️. Carpe diem ????