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

Greciangirl

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.

biggest thing that worries me about this lighting candles is the fire risk.
I read an interesting article the other day on burning candles and it tells us
"For heating a single room 24 hours, you would need 120 tea candles! And if you want to heat an entire home, or a cabin, let’s say with 3 rooms, you would need 360 candles!"
heatertips.com/how-many-candles-do-you-need-to-heat-a-room/#:~:text=A%20candle%20produces%2080W%20of,%2C%20therefore%2C%20have%20high%20efficiency.

Thank you Barmey and Gingster
Oh Merlot, I’m so very sorry. And about your husband and daughter ♥️

Thank you, everyone.

Fleurpepper

Merlot, swear away. What a buGG*r this disease is. Hope you brother gets the treatment he needs to get over this.

Absolutely. Very best wishes from me, too.

Can I pre book a stinker for tomorrow, please?
I like to plan ahead.

Just ignore those posts Fanny . They are not worth responding to. Don’t give them the satisfaction. ?

Merlot, swear away. What a buGG*r this disease is. Hope you brother gets the treatment he needs to get over this.

On the positive side - I will probably burn up some fat around my middle by turning the heating off. I look forward to getting into my skinny jeans again by the spring! smile

I’ve had a stinker of a day, but with a happy ending. Some pillock crashed into me the other day by turning right into a side road without signalling when I was on the main road. Hassle I didn’t need.
However, the replacement courtesy car I’ve been to collect today is a lovely upgrade, and this afternoon, having decided to put my son, who’s learning to drive, on the car insurance when I renew it next week, I managed to save £400 compared to the quote given by my own insurance company, when I shopped on the comparison site. Just don’t mention the word car to me today though, I’ve had enough.

is this because my work colleague actually believes I can become PM?

Is there something in the water just now?

This place is for people to chat and discuss things - not just for 'worries, helpful hints and joy' (although all of those are obviously included).

The last few days has been nothing but people trying to dictate what gets posted.

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.

It’s okay Jane, thank you chick x

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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?

Katiekat

Merlot so sorry to hear your news

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

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?