I admit I mentally temporarily panicked at the story I reported yesterday about cornflour being unavailable in one major supermarket chain and made a note to buy a packet or two when I next se it. After all, it lasts for years as my present (elderly) “drum” attests.
So then I went to get petrol as my gauge was at red after driving back from Birmingham on Sunday and 4 out of 6 pumps were shut. Hmm, are we in danger of a petrol shortage or are the delivery drivers on strike? Better keep topped up as I’m off to London on Thursday and Norfolk in a couple of weeks.
Now eggs - is Avian Flu going to shut down our poultry farmers? Better have a dozen in the fridge.
And don’t get me started on turkeys - fortunately I don’t need to buy one but I feel for those who may be worried. Should they buy a frozen bird now to be on the safe side?
I am happy to report that mustard (whole grain Moutarde de Maille) is readily available again though.
So is having an “extra” in the cupboard or freezer or not letting oneself run low on petrol adding to shortages or sensible housekeeping?
Last weekend, in Rutland, the first statue in Britain of the late Elizabeth II was unveiled.