Good morning Wednesday 3 August

Good morning in Mick’s absence on holiday.

No time as I have to get up now to start preparing breakfast and lunch boxes for DGSs who are on hols with us. ?

Well done Nankate - good morning from me too!
Made it to Norfolk yesterday afternoon/evening after a horrendous 5 hour drive caused by closures on the A14 and tortuous “diversions” of what seemed like the entire logistics fleet of the U.K.
Anyway, I’m here, it’s hot, it’s even drier than at home , so I’ll just wish you all a pleasant day and get back to my cuppa!

Morning everyone, from cloudy North Lanarkshire where we've had overnight rain. Setting off soon for childcare day with DGS2.
Thank you for opening, Nankate.

Thanks for opening up NanKate and hope mick is enjoying his well earned break
It’s dry and bright here in Inverness today but looks a bit windy
We got a short notice request for the DGC to stay over last night so it’s a quick post from me as I’m sure they’ll both be up soon and wandering through to the bedroom
Hope everyone finds something to enjoy today and take care all whatever the day brings ?

Good morning from a bright E Kent. Looks like wall to wall sunshine today, making it very hot - our living quarters face west, so become extremely hot. Once again, I turned a fetching shade of puce.
Thanks for opening “Kate”.
A good Tai Chi session yesterday despite the heat. DS walked 17 miles from Dover all the way back here, via the (very short) Vera Lynne Way, past South Foreland lighthouse and Walmer castle. He really enjoyed it. He likes walking and love the heat, unlike his poor mama.
We took a third load of stuff in three days, to the tip on our way to the supermarket.
Today I have a 9am appointment with the hygienist and shall do more clearing out, in preparation for my eventual move away.
Hope all the hospital/doctor’s appointments went satisfactorily. Hope today brings a little chink of joy. Carpe diem. ?????

Morning all from West Oxfordshire. I must get up soon as the decorators will be arriving at 8 am. OH has calmed down a bit now and likes the paint after all! I have a tea party this afternoon at the house where I volunteer. It is a thank you for our hard work. The decorators are starting in the hall and landing today and I fully expect OH not to like the paint when it first goes on the wall!

Good morning everyone, still no rain in this corner of Somerset.
Another full day of watercolour painting, it’s actually really hard work concentrating for long periods of time. Comments like ‘Painting is so relaxing’ are being met by gales of slightly hysterical laughter!
Having a lovely time, the grounds of the big house are beautiful.

Good morning all from sunny East Yorkshire. Thank you NanKate for opening up. Hope Mick is enjoying his holiday.

I had a good day yesterday. Only 2 of us at coffee but she was celebrating as had received her first state pension so we had cake! Then I had a good catch up with my hairdresser getting my roots done. Finally the visit to the lodge. Don’t think it’s the one for us. The actual lodge was fine but nothing around it for quite a distance. No bus service close by if it was required and also no facilities on site. It’s looking like the one we are seeing on Friday is a better option.

No plans for today but I will find plenty to do I’m sure!

Thoughts to all with health issues and DDs not feeling too well at the moment ?

Take care everyone.

Thanks Kate. Good morning all from damp South Lanarkshire.

I had a video call yesterday with my area manager and a couple of HR people. They were very supportive and stressed that they really aren’t happy for me to return to work for another few weeks given how physically demanding the job is. I’ll have forgotten everything by the time I do get back! I must admit to getting a little frustrated because I’m not yet back to full strength.

Anyhoo, others have far more to contend with.

Have the best day possible everyone.

Good morning all from me Scottish Borders. I hope Mick is enjoying his break.
Bright and windy here.
I did a reccie yesterday to the Great Polish map of Scotland. I'm taking DMiL there today and wanted to find disabled access.
Wish me luck !
Last night I was lucky enough to see Hamlet, a ballet, with Ian McKellen at the Edinburgh Fringe.

Good morning from a dull Torbay where we’re having some light rain. Thank you, NanKate, for starting us off.

My appointment at the hospital went well with all the various pre op tests being completed. The consultant surgeon from Plymouth was charming and reassured me about the operation although no date is confirmed but it could be before Christmas.

Dress Rehearsal tonight!

Happy hump day! ?????

Good morning from sunny Leicestershire.

Coffee with friends this morning and DH has physio this afternoon. Also getting ready for our trip to Brighton tomorrow. It is Gay Pride this weekend which is quite an event down there!
Quick turnaround when we get back as we are off to Holland next Thursday.

Hoping everyone has the best day possible.

Good morning from a grey and overcast Black Country, albeit still warm. Thanks for opening up NanKate

Had a lovely few hours in the park yesterday with a friend, coffee and cake outside the cafe, as it was her birthday Monday.

Then onto Mums and lunch out in the village pub where DD lives. They didn't arrive home from Portugal until almost Midnight Monday, so we popped in for an hour.

Spoke to Mums Doctor on phone yesterday as I am concerned about her. She has made an appointment for a memory clinic in 2 weeks.

Gym first thing, then make a start on packing for our 11 days away in the caravan.

Wishing you all a pleasant day

Grammaretto: I was intrigued by the sound of Hamlet as a ballet so enjoyed reading this account of it:-

www.theguardian.com/stage/2022/mar/30/ian-mckellen-hamlet-edinburgh-fringe

Good Morning everyone from Severnside. Grey skies and wet ground. It’s only fine rain though by the look of it on the windows.

I’ll do some card making and make a start on a craft project today and possibly potter in the shed. My brother said he’d call in on his way home from work this evening.

I hope you all have a good day ??

Good morning all from the Black country, sun just making its entrance.
Thanks for opening up NanKate do hope Mick is enjoying his break.
Well we made it to see the bull yesterday, a marvellous piece of work. It would be nice if they could find a permanent home for it leaving a lasting legacy of the games, but there is talk that it will be dismantled.
Nothing planned for today, DS popping round to borrow some tools, he's doing some work for his MiL , so we may see the boys if they're with him.
Hope Urms arrived safe without any delays. Safe journey for those on the move, best wishes to those celebrating and virtual hugs where needed.
Enjoy your Wednesday and may you all find some ?.

Morning all from overcast, dry as dry Hampshire.
Thanks NanKate for opening and Pantglas yesterday.
I have a drive today and will soak the veg patch and greenhouse.
Wishing those under the weather a better day and all having treatments yesterday or ongoing are not too uncomfortable.
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Good morning all from an already warm and bright North Leicestershire. Thank you for opening up Kate.

Our youngest is 35 today (!!!) so will drive over Charnwood Forest to deliver her presents and, coincidentally, see the children.

This afternoon - tea and cake with a good friend.

Good morning all from a cloudy and breezy Glasgow, where its currently 13°C.
Just like the old days Kate, with you opening up! Enjoy your day with your boys!
Maw, that was a horrendous journey!

I'm tired after my day at the hospital yesterday, but not tired enough not to have Dollie for the day. ? She is the best medicine, I could wish for.
Her mummy has to work for a few hours today, so we thought we might drive down to Greenock, where Dollie can scoot, scoot to her hearts content on the esplanade. while I sit and supervise, watching papa, who will be in charge! ??????

DH was shocked yesterday, when I said I didn't want to trail around Braehead shopping mall. However, I did force myself to grab a few sale bargains in M&S, which just happens to be next to the bus stop for the hospital.?
I was quite relieved, when treatment for my hip problem was put on the back burner, after my clinician agreed that there was too much going on at the moment. Time to prioritise.

To my dismay, when I tried to phone my GP surgery to update my GP on Monday's rheumatology phone calls, for the third time in a fortnight, I got the Emergencies only, phone 111 recorded message.
How can a surgery of six GPS , three practice nurses and umpteen health workers, not be accepting calls?
I decided to stay on the line and much to my relief, got a very helpful and sympathetic receptionist.

We had a surprise visit from DS2 last night. He is like DH, never mentions my health issues, but quietly worries and keeps it all inside. I think he just needed to check I was alive OK. It was so lovely to see him.
He was proud to tell us that DIL has just been made project manager for the refurbishment of another cultural site in Glasgow, now that the Burrell refurbishment is complete. This is her dream job. How many people can say that?

Hoping that the DDs didn't have too difficult a day yesterday and that your appointment went well, Ash.
I'm off to get ready, a wee girl will be champing at the bit, forward plan in hand and standing at the window, awaiting her third favourite people. The pecking order comprises, Mummy and dad, her best friend S, then her gran &papa. We know our place! ?

Have a good day all and a special thanks to all, who sent good wishes yesterday. It means a lot to me.

I forgot to wish Urms a safe journey and happy holiday! ✈???

Good morning from a grey skied Colchester. No rain in the forecast and 27° is today's high.
Usual Wednesday coffee meetup in the City centre. We have been a small group now that the Summer holidays are here.
Love to all ?x

Morning All from an overcast corner of Somerset. Thanks to nankate and pantglas for opening up.

Grey day here yesterday, fine rain on and off kept us all indoors, well indoors in a large shop and a garden centre . It was a sticky day, very pleased to manage an hour outside late afternoon. Sun forecast later, no one will be in a rush to go out, it seems we never run out of things to chat about.

Pleased you are content with yesterdays appointment marydoll, you too ash. Goodness what a trip maw.

Safe travels to all on the move today, thinking of everyone facing life’s challenges. Hope Wednesday is kind to us all

Good morning all from Polmont where it's currently 15° and damp. I'm not feeling too clever today so I hope everyone has a good day.

Thanks for the article Ashcombe It surpassed expectations.