Have you had a ? day? Are you worried, scared etc?

Having a s>.y day, going for a colonoscopy on Friday so I am on this awful diet, no fruit or veg or fibre and nothing red all to see why I have had anemia for so many years, and then I can have a transfusion. So roll on Saturday for a proper meal. At least I haven’t got the energy to worry about energy prices.

As others have said on this thread, I’m really worried about the winter fuel bills. We cut down on usage last winter but, of course, energy cost is much higher now. In preparation, I’ve bought a reasonably priced air fryer - not intending to use the fan oven. We’ve also put a TV in the bedroom and bought hot water bottles so, if the worst comes to the worst, we can turn the heating off in the evening, snuggle up in bed and watch telly. On one hand, romantic; on the other hand; sad

merlotgran .

Our community Hub is opening it's doors one afternoon a week for free refreshments and heat, as the building is being used in the morning so warm already. Churches and other places have already said the will follow this brilliant example. You will find there will be places offering this in all areas without a doubt. It is hard for people who cannot go out, are ill and need the extra heat, we need to look out for them more than anyone.

Oh merlotgran it really is a b*****r.
Will be thinking of you and all those touched by this horrid disease as we prepare for the annual MacMillan coffee morning.

My husband has just gone into full time care because of a diagnosis of cerebrovascular dementia and altzheimers! I’ve been caring for him for 26 years since his stroke …he’s always cold and we always had to have heating on for at least 12 hours a day from September onwards. Horrendous bills before this debacle started. But now I know he’ll be warm I intend NOT to turn my heating on at all. With having to pay for his care now I will not have enough to eat 7 days a week let alone heat my home. But he’s ok now so the rest doesn’t matter.
I suspect many more will be doing the same.

Saggi I am soo sorry about your predicament please get any help you can, food banks, warm daily warm hubs. If you lived near I would offer you daily warm place. Take care

I put warm water in the bathroom sink. Then soap myself all over. Then turn on the shower and rinse off. Very quick.
Regarding what to wear I have 2 pure cashmere jumpers really old and tatty. I wear them as a base layer in winter with something smarter on top. It’s very snug. I’ve also got what is effectively the top half of a dressing gown and wear it round the house on top of clothes. I can quickly take it off if someone comes to the house.

Saggi, you will be able to spend as much quality time as you like with your husband in the care home. They should feed you as well, this is what most of the care homes willingly do here. They are so glad for visitors who often help with feeding and more. I hope your husband has settled in well, it is hard to let go specially after such a long time. Thinking of you.

I'm taking shorter and less full on showers. I have a power shower and now turn the flow to much less and also not as hot. I've started collecting the shower water in the bath instead of letting it go down the drain. I am never that dirty and take a daily shower. The water actually heats the room( my ex who was an architect told me this tip years ago) and also instead of using new hot water I use some of it to wash some undies by hand, which I then rinse in cold water and let them drip dry on the line outside. In winter this will need to be spun. Also I've started going by bus or walking if it's at all possible. Some destinations do need the car. Its amazing all the things we are now doing!!

All this talk about lighting candles to keep warm sounds very Dickensian. I would Have to be very desperate to get that bad.

I will only light candles if there is a power cut.

Oh, Jaffacake2, prayers for you both. I might have complained a bit, but I won't now.

Why would Fanny Cornforth ask the question? This forum is for genuine reasons people want to share their worries,helpful hints,and joy. Why sit thinking of a thread?

Sonia and Win,
Community hall/space sounds a good idea. Maybe volunteer at a school, too?

Merlot so sorry to hear your news

Katiekat

My oven has broken down. Not sure whether to get it fixed.
I have a slow cooker and microwave.
Don’t have tumble drier or dishwasher.
I do have an open plan house , so it’s difficult to heat small areas. Any tips on that?

An airfryer is the thing to get, so I've heard.
Not that I have one, but have seen people saying they no longer use their oven since buying one.

I think it best to make changes to your usual lifestyle for the time being. I know the Government and others are saying this is expected to last up to five years. I don't believe that for a moment, and whilstever I don't believe it, I refuse to let it stress me out. If my Grand-parents could 'make-do' after going through a five year war I'm sure, if we puts our minds and creativity to it, we can too. If you have elderly neighbours, perhaps the occasional invite to join you for dinner and a warm cuppa might be appreciated and don't forget to check up on them if you haven't seen them for a few days. I had a cousin who I hadn't seen for several decades as often happens in families but, unfortunately she died alone in her flat and was not discovered for weeks. I don't know the story. Maybe she didn't get on with neighbours but even her siblings were unaware. It's very sad.

JPB123

Why would Fanny Cornforth ask the question? This forum is for genuine reasons people want to share their worries,helpful hints,and joy. Why sit thinking of a thread?

I’m a very genuine poster, as many people will attest
I do start a lot of threads. I always have.
GN has literally been a life line for me over the past two years
I shouldn’t feel any need to explain myself on website that has been so supportive. (Although, ironically, I just have…)
But, I have noticed that recently a few people who I don’t know from Adam are enjoying having a pop at me and others
I’m currently reading and posting on here very little, and I’m thinking about clearing off all together
But probably not, I’m not a quitter

well if shit is what you want, I think lots of people where I work are going to be made redundant as they will just not survive this energy increase and it has been tough enough as it is for them through covid.

Jane, hi. Sorry if I have worded things badly.
No, shit is not what I want

Oh Fanny, I wasn't having a go at you x
I only read the original post and then replied
otoh the girl I work with said I should try and become Prime Minister and she could be my assistant

It’s okay Jane, thank you chick x

What is wrong with people, Fanny is a genuine GN and there is nothing wrong with her thread. If you can’t at least be polite then don’t bother coming on here.