Good Morning Tuesday 21st February 2023

Good afternoon from a breezy Co Armagh, but not as breezy as Edinburgh last week !
The wedding was lovely, lovely Registrars rooms on the Royal Mile , lovely Lady did the necessary, then Reception was very informal
But I had forgotten my Simmit and was foundered !
Gents in kilts gave a very Scottish flavour to the proceedings , and I envied them the thick woolly socks!
Home yesterday , one wash done another whirling away
Back to butts as my Dad used to say 😊

Good morning Mick and all from a dull northwest coast.
I’m overly tired and will go along to the music club, help with setting up and clearing away, but won’t sing. My sister’s visit has meant I haven’t sung or practised. Now I’m a widow on my own, I think I find four days hostessing rather tiring, which is rather pathetic…Sadly two of the three committee members for the club (one being me) have fallen out, resulting in a flurry of insulting emails between them, leaving me trying to be sensible in the middle. All very childish.
A guitar has arrived in the post for my DS 25 miles away. I take in a lot of the DCs post as I have an open porch which is very useful.
Frustrating for you Mick and hope you are soon over your cold grandMattie

Good morning from Glasgow where it is dry and brightening up, thankfully the strong winds have abated.

A Waitrose trip today and then to return a pair of boots I ordered from M&S.

Such a beautiful view Baubles, enjoy your well deserved break.
Good luck with your kitchen planning kitty. Whenever we have quotes, DH always suggests the salesman sharpens his pencil before we agree on a price.

Best wishes to all for a good day.

Good morning everyone from a cloudy Lancashire. No rain, which is good as we have workmen here for the second day running. We are widening our somewhat narrow driveway by paving over part of the front garden. It will make life easier. I hope your appointments go well Marydoll.

Good morning Mick, Annie and all. I have been reading the posts, but not daily. Don't know why, just life overtakes you!

Yesterday the stairlift engineer was due here to give it a service. No time given, just anytime between 9-5 pm. At noon, he phoned to say he couldn't' make it, sigh... Meanwhile I did 3 wash loads and got it dry. Then felt exhausted for the rest of the day.
Last Sat DD and SIL came for coffee and stayed for lunch. It was so good to see her after her broken shoulder mishap, and she is feeling a bit better.
We are going out for coffee later and must do some shopping, as the cupboards are almost bare.
My wrist is not so sore, but flares occasionally, but I can still knit 🤗
Lovely pictures this morning, wish I could cuddle the dachsies.

Here's hoping all goes well for Mick next week. My chemo session is at the beginning of March, and it makes you worried.
GrandMattie. So glad that you have found a new home and I have my fingers crossed that all goes smoothly in the legal dept.
Have a good day one and all.

Morning all

I can confirm it’s grey in Essex …

Not sure what I am up to today, other than getting organised for a very busy time next week.

Myself and my two half siblings have decided on an unattended cremation for our step-mother, it would have only been us and our husbands/partner there, she was a troubled soul the last year and had alienated her friends and neighbours. We will have a family get to together when her ashes are scattered at the same place as Dad’s.

We have the 8yr old for his weekly sleepover tonight I think it will involve pancakes 🥞

I will now make a coffee and read all your posts.

Have a good Tuesday folks 🙋‍♀️🦩

Good morning all, in haste, from a calm, mild Angus coast. Light cloud today, but a lot of it - although blue skies are putting up a good fight for supremacy.
Lots of busyness and minor ailments amongst you. Grandmattie your tai chi class will be such an oasis of calm in your busy day - do relax into it and enjoy it.
What a glorious sky baubles. By the looks of it you're not a hundred miles from where my DS1 moved to last year. I fell in love with the area when I visited last year - lucky lady.
Safe travels back to France for olddudders, Ash. Hope it's not too long before your next 'honeymoon'.
Hope the air-clearing is not too difficult Urms. You're so wise to do it.
In a rush this am as I'm off out to lunch again - always the famine/feast scenario for me! It was only when I was out with friends yesterday that I remembered today's 'date' - thank goodness.
So I shall love you all and leave you. Have a lovely day!

Good morning everyone, and happy Pancake Day, from a grey and overcast Northampton. Haven't read all the posts yet, so will have a session reading them a bit later.

Had an enjoyable yoga class yesterday then did the 15 minute walk to the pub for Knit and Natter. Managed to sort out the complicated shaping on the cardigan I am making.

In the afternoon I got the bus down to Next to pick up a couple of orders, so will be trying those on later this morning. I may need another trip back to the shop if they don't fit!

A morning of pottering - must take the Shark upstairs to Hoover the bedrooms - then a health walk after lunch. Hoping the weather holds out as it looks threatening at the moment. Coffee at the little cafe afterwards.

Perhaps pancakes later on. Still seems strange making them just for me - DH loved his pancakes! He always had them with a dash of Cointreau.

Have a pleasant day everyone.

Good morning Mick and everyone from a rather grey but mild Carlisle.
I hope you get some positive news from the hospital Mick.

I plan a morning of housework and tedious admin followed by an afternoon of pleasing me which should involve a walk. I need exercise!
I'm getting used to my new glasses which have a slightly changed prescription. They're varilux but with a different type of lens in them to the previous ones. They were cheaper than the old ones which would have to have been ordered in...if they were still available. The new ones seem ok for distance but I'm not sure about them when reading....which I do a lot of.

Baubles...a lovely photo and how lovely to be able see the sea from your bed!

Have the best possible day all.

Marydoll Good luck with your face to face appointments. Like buses you get two together!

Morning from an overcast S Yorks.

You'll get there, Greyduster1

Mick yes good idea to ring.

Just the gym today I think, zoom counselling at midday.

Lots of appointments or trying to get them today: bests with those: Baubles how lovely. May friend difficulties be resolved, enjoy your pancakes, and take care poorlies.

Good morning from Durham. Watches sorted yesterday - only batteries needed - £12.50 each at an independent jeweller. Both had battery clamps missing - very odd - a coincidence both were done at Timpsons last time?
My gardening crew is coming to look at the wonky fence today. A recommended chap has let me down twice and I don’t think I can wait much longer.
Frustrating not to get your phone call Mick and left just wondering - hope it’s soon resolved.
I put my rental back on the books yesterday and have 3 viewings next week - it’s with a local agent, but I’m told the council has brought in another landlord rule which will cost £500 for 5 years - I wish I’d sold it, but the sales market there is quite strange.
I might visit a dear friend in hospital. She’s been in a lot longer than first anticipated. I fear I will be shocked when I see her, as her DH reports her as very frail - such a contrast to a few short months ago.
Hoping those waiting to see Doctors and Dentists have a good outcome and those travelling arrive safely.
Best wishes to all. X

Good morning from West York's ,we are having some pointing done around our front and side doors the banging has started 🙄.I'm like you Monk I don't like pancakes I used to make them for family but oh not bothered either.Have a good day everyone .

Terrific photo Baubles!

Good morning from an overcast W Kent. Off to visit DF where I used to live, not too far and looking forward to catching up. Other than making pancakes later a quiet afternoon.
I hope medical appointments go well and Micks is sorted out.
Baubles I don't know where you are but it looks lovely.
Best wishes to all

Good morning from Shropshire.

I’m not feeling 100% today so a quiet day at home catching up on a few things this morning and reading/napping this afternoon.

Hope the appointments go well today Mary and Mick I hope you get some answers re your operation.

Safe travels to all on the move and Urms I hope the conversation puts your mind at rest💪🏼

Have the best day you can everyone🦩

Good morning from North Yorkshire. Cloudy and dry so far.
DD2 has gone home, the spare room is covered in clothes etc waiting to be packed tomorrow. She was a great help!
Washing on and freezer sorting today before a trip to town for a couple of last minute bits and pieces.
Lots of appointments, medical and otherwise today for many!
Have a good day.

Baubles, I have worked out where you are!

We have stayed there a few times, enjoy!

What a stunning view Baubles I would love a walk on that beach. Enjoy. X

Good morning and Happy Pancake day . We will be going down to our small town to watch the pancake race today. DGS 2 is in the children’s race and DD3 is running in the main race. So we will be keeping an eye on the litte one.
Out for a meal with long time friends this evening.
Wishing all a good day.

Good morning from a dull Suffolk. Yesterday was absolutely glorious,warm and sunny all day. It was 14 degrees when I popped out at 5pm!

DH has always been the pancake maker in our house and will continue that role this evening. Lemon and sugar…yum.

I remember when the 3 children were at home and how long it took for them all to have at least 3 and they all wanted a go at flipping 1. Happy times. A much shorter event now.

Not much planned apart from the morning dog walk and a pile of ironing calls.

Hope all have a peaceful day with any worries lessened.

Good morning all from North Ayrshire where it’s dry at the moment and the sea, which I can look at from my bed, is calm.

A lovely relaxing afternoon and evening yesterday. I had a spa treatment which was indeed a real treat.

A walk on the beach after breakfast I think, then we’ll see what the day brings. Perhaps nothing more than reading my book in a comfortable armchair.

Photo from last night showing the view from our room. The clouds are sitting on top of Arran.

I hope you hear from the hospital today Mick.

Have the best day possible everyone.

Good morning from a drizzly S Hampshire at 7. We had another fun evening at quiz last night, it’s good to get out over these dull months.
Two friends for dinner tonight, beef stew already made, it’ll be reheated and served with mash and kale.
Busy days for some of you, I hope they all go well, safe journeys for travellers.
Tricky Urms but best addressed, you’ll feel better when it’s done.
Enjoy your Tuesday all 🦩🦩

Good Morning Mick and everyone from a beautiful morning in Hull.

Urms Matt is indeed very topical I was horrified yesterday that the woke snowflakes had got hold of our beloved Roald Dahl books. Good luck with your chat with your friend.

Grandmachrisy47 what cute little pups 🐶

This morning I’m going to the gym and later after an early pancake tea it’s off to DDs to look after our little ladies.
We will have a savoury pancake stuffed with mushrooms bacon and cheese and a honey and lemon one yum.

Have a lovely day everyone. Thoughts to those feeling poorly and stressed.🌻🌻

Good morning all from a dull Black country.
No plans other than a bit of housework such an exciting life I lead.
No pancakes in this house, I've never liked them did make them when DS was little so glad when he was able to make his own.
Will grab a cuppa 🍵 and catch up with everybody's news and happenings 31 posts.
Enjoy your Tuesday and may you all find some ☀️.