Good Morning Thursday 20th April 2023

Good morning Mick, it’s a 3° cold start here in Wiltshire.
Yesterday I had a lovely watercolour workshop all day, really relaxing and informative.
Today I will walk DDog early, I need to make a cake and I have art group this afternoon.
I’m hoping to get a bit of gardening done too, there’s a border that needs re-jigging and the lawn edges need recutting (horrible job, I hate it!)
Hopefully tomorrow the new fence will start, posts being erected I think 🤞🏻, Saturday the patio will be finished. It’s getting there…..slowly 😊

Good morning from Bristol. The wind was very cold yesterday despite the now much warmer temperatures.
My foray to the flat went mostly well yesterday, buses in were fine. (I did figure out the app on my phone or so I thought). The return journey less so, with buses not turning up, me getting hopelessly lost when I got off as I went right instead of left, my phone nearly ran out of charge. I ended up in floods of tears, calling DD to rescue me by car. Bless her.
Meanwhile, I had two mails from the solicitor, telling me of more obstacles from the management company, requiring more money (naturally), if I wanted things to move faster, early next week instead of ??? when ever they fancied. It is all emotionally exhausting, putting me through the wringer, with no one to talk it through, as I don’t want my fragile relationship with DD to be rocked. She is doing enough.
Today will be better. Carpe diem 🦩🦩❤️🦩

Sending you hugs grandMattie. It’s so frustrating and exhausting I imagine 🤗🤗

Good morning all from the Black country overcast at the moment but I believe we are in for a sunny day.
Early start the car going in for the oil leak to be sorted and now dealership has moved what was a nice 15min journey with a lovely cafe which did a great breakfast has now more than doubled breakfast needs to be eaten beforehand.
Will catch up with everybody's happenings later, enjoy your Thursday whatever your plans and may you all find some ☀️.

Good morning all from cool and bright South Lanarkshire, it’s 1 degree according to Alexa.

I have to be out early as I’ve a hospital appointment at 8 am, I’ll enjoy my coffee and yoghurt when I get home. Then it’s off to Edinburgh for childminding, poor DH’s knee is giving him so much pain just now though, we’re a right pair.

gMattie, that all sound so stressful.

Sending a hug to those in need of one, have the best day possible everyone.

good morning to everyone, a sunny but windy dry day ahead

I am expecting a visitor later, she and I used to live next door to each other and she was widowed 18 months ago. That is what I miss here, no neighbours like her nor an allotment that I used to pop up to, almost every single day.

I get where you are coming from GM. I give my 3 AC space, so they can have their privacy and get on with their hectic lives. It does mean having to live in a parallel universe and showing self-sufficiency so as not to break bonds through being over-reliant. It is all superficial and so easy to feel empty inside, in spite of a bright front.

Onward and upwards today

Morning Mick, morning All from a bright corner of Somerset.

Will someone tell me why after a non stop busy day yesterday I’ve had little sleep? So frustrating. Curtains ironed and hung yesterday morning I didn’t stop, other than to enjoy a very tasty mid week roast at the small garden centre close by.

We’ll wander out today to make the most of a brighter day, no idea where, see where we find ourselves

You’re in the midst of such a huge change no wonder it’s hard at times grandmattie. Hope today feels more manageable.

Take care everyone. Hope Thursday is gentle with us all .

Good morning from Shropshire where the sun is already shining.

We went to view a bungalow yesterday which looked perfect in the estate agents brochure and the virtual tour.The reality was that it wasn’t suitable at all.

H will be arriving soon.We have decided not to go to playgroup today and H can help grandpa in the greenhouse and garden.

You have done so well grandMattie in such difficult circumstances.You are allowed a wobble now and again.I hope today is a good day with a definite date forthcoming.Yesterday afternoon when we were sorting things to get rid of I was telling myself be more Mattie💪🏼

Have the best day you can everyone🦩

Karmalady So very true and beautifully described.

Again, very cold here but bright so we should see the sun today.
A shock of a grocery shop yesterday. My goodness, prices have rocketed and how on earth families manage I just don't know.

Today I shall refresh my planters and hopefully find my favourite Alliums or at least the ones that have made it this year.

Good morning from a frosty Oxfordshire, not unusual at this time of the year when (it seems) that everyone is planting plants, ours are still indoors.
Arrived home from the South Coast yesterday, most of washing is done plus changing beds from daughters staying here whilst we were away, cleaning today, then a start to the decluttering .
GM you would think that a company specialising in homes for the older market would show some compassion and be helpful rather than be obstructive, wouldn’t you? Fingers crossed you will be in your new home soon and that from then all will be smooth sailing.
Have a good day everyone, at least there is sunshine.
I’ll try to enclose a pic of yesterday morning at Calshot.

Good morning all from Polmont where it's currently 3° with a slight frost still. It looks like another sunny day ahead. Grandmattie it all sounds too much to deal with. 💐 Karma lovely words to be sure. Susan I'm sure you will find the right place but looking can be dispiriting. TopsyIrene how nice to hear from you. I love alliums too. Cornergran I sympathise. It seems the busier my day, the less I sleep.
Yesterday I had a lovely afternoon chatting with a friend. I bought lunch from M and S and very nice it was too. As is my usual, I bought too much, so I have soup and sandwiches left for lunch today and cakes which I'll take to dd's. I like entertaining and rarely do it so it was lovely to see the dining table set with spring flowers decorating it.
Today I'm going to be very lazy. I might do a spot of tidying up in the garden but little else. Cajun chicken pasta for dinner. Have a good day all

Morning all

The sun is out but there is a chill in the air.

Hoping to go into Chelmsford today (John Lewis and The White Company are calling me🤣)

grandMattie you must be emotionally drained, you have had such a traumatic time of late, slow down and be gentle to yourself 💐💐💐

Have a good day follow 🙋‍♀️🦩

Good morning all and it’s a lovely bright morning here in Essex.
Yesterday was a good day . Dd didnt come to Mass as she wasn’t feeling too well. I found a spot at the back of the church on the end of a row. Sat peacefully. Suddenly an elderly lady asked me to move up so she could sit on the end. There were so many other places she could sit. 🙄. She then proceeded to cough for England . Next a young mum arrived and sat the other side of me with her noisy 2 yr old. Just as the priest arrived we stood, and a very tall lady stood directly in front of me. I had to shuffle along away from the coughed and nearer to the imp.
The church wasn’t crowded by any means and suddenly I was hemmed in. Never mind ! Next time I’ll try to find a better spot. 🙏. I had gone along for peace and reflection 🤣😂.

Walked into town and popped into the church there. I was welcomed and shown around and given a leaflet of all their ‘doings’. I sat in the church garden and phoned Dd and a lady come over to me and asked if I’d like a coffee to keep me warm.
She sat with me a while and chatted. How lovely!

Then walked to the market and bumped into an old friend and chatted a while with her. Got my skate wings from the mobile fishmonger and walked home. My neighbour came out and we chatted again. I felt the world was giving me a hug. ❤️.
My two brothers phoned last evening. OMG. I was all chatted out! 🥰.
Bowls this morning and a quick hair trim. Dd coming in after school pick up and little gd is starting brownies, so we’ll take her there and have a coffee while we wait. Excited isn’t the word for her! 👧.

Goodness, I have rambled on. Sorry 😢.
Take care all 🌷

Good morning everyone from sunny Severnside. A lovely blue sky up above.

Instead of working in the garden I’m going to put on a pretty skirt and my new cardigan and go out. I’ll do the weekly shop and also gather up a few items I want from another store. I can then carry on with my garden planting project. Tomorrow as rain is expected I’ll do some sewing. I’m making a fancy dress costume for Beechnutella ready for her birthday.

My friend came for a chat yesterday. I didn’t actually get to do much talking as it happened and was left wondering about something she had said!

You’ve done so well Mattie under a huge emotional time.

Have a good day all, sandals and sun hats 🦩🌼🌞

(((hugs))) Gingster

Good Morning from S Yorks

Supposed to be sunny all day, not a lot of it yet though. Cleaner comes so I might disappear to the gym.

Later today DS is going to visit a block of retirement flats nearish to them to see how suitable they actually are for me, he has a list. Still v undecided about moving but all part of finding out.


Sorry for your horrible day yesterday, GMattie
Wise wird’s, karmalady
Understand the frustration, gingster

Take care poorlies and enjoy families and outings.

Good morning from North Yorkshire. More sunshine and a chilly wind here.
Yesterday my friend and I did a walk around Masham ( of Theakstons and Black Sheep fame for beer drinkers). It was lovely to walk beside the river and catch up on all our news.
In the evening I went to the cinema to see Rye Lane. Different and interesting!
Today I am planting some dahlias and begonias, doing a bit of admin then heading up to Teesside for a walk by the barrage and shopping and the cinema again to see alleluia.
Gm I’m sorry to hear that the move is not straightforward. You certainly don’t need the added stress. Look after yourself
Wishing you all a good day.

Good morning from sunny Colchester.
I'll get the bedding out on the line and tidy the garden to make the most of the weather as there's rain forecast for later.
I used to class shopping as one of my hobbies but it's mostly looking these days as prices are eye watering. Sale prices aren't even a bargain any more.
Love to all 🦩 x

So sorry life is so difficult, gMattie, not what you need or deserve. Hope something positive is on the horizon soon.

Up very early for me as I have a booster at the surgery at 8.30 am and must negotiate the school traffic, something I haven’t done for a long time, and then hairdresser is coming to give me a trim. Must make some jam tarts for a meeting this evening at which I find myself doing the refreshments, but otherwise a quiet day.

Good morning everyone from Inverness where we’ve light grey cloud but forecast to be sunny later
Sending a gentle hug gMattie, not long now and hopefully you’ll be settling into your new lovely apartment with your own space
Today I’ve nothing planned so I’ll see how the day goes, a bit of a rest and a potter in the garden probably. DH will be taking DGS to his footy practice later, he always enjoys it as he used to take his own sons when they were little too.
Hope your DGD enjoys brownies Gingster, my DGD will be going tonight too and she loves it!
Thinking of everyone with worries and struggles, hope today is gentle and take care all whatever the day brings

Good morning, Michael and all GNs from a cool, overcast South Yorkshire although the forecast for later is good. I cut my front lawn yesterday, and what a slog that was. The grass was very long and my mower wasn’t coping very well but I got there in the end. It will never be a striped, verdant, weed free, wonder, but at least I can hold my head up now. In the afternoon I went to the writers group at the library.
Today I’m off for a walk this morning and then DD has invited me to lunch. I usually spend the afternoon with her, but I know she only has one day off this week, so I will leave her to her own devices this afternoon.
Have the best day you can folks.

Good morning all from Bright Llandudno. Don’t know what happened to yesterday’s post which I don’t think it actually reached this page!! GrandMattie I’m sorry you had such a bad day yesterday. Maybe you should have a look in Trust Pilot to see what others have said about moving to your new complex? Then you hint to management that your contribution might not be encouraging?
Hope you found som tranquility yesterday Gingster
Today complete with sisters and BIL who all arrived late yesterday,not helped when DH went to the wrong station to pick up my DSis today we are all going to Conway for lunch and a mooch round and then up the Great Orme to put flowers on my parents grave - the purpose of us all being there!
Have the best day possible folks

Good morning from a lovely bright and sunny Essex by the sea.

I managed to get three curtains made yesterday but then there was a problem with the tension on the machine and I gave up. Will have another go today. Only two more to do but they are long and thin and I'm fed up with making curtains !!!!!

Food shopping this morning, sewing this afternoon.

I can hear your frustration with everything GM, a big hug for you.

I hope your DGD loves Brownies Gingster, two of mine are Guides, one soon to be a Ranger and they love it.

I hope Thursday is kind to everyone xxx

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Good morning from somewhere in the English Channel, heading for the mouth of the River Seine.

The sea is choppy but we’re fine after an excellent journey to Southampton yesterday. We were a little disappointed in last night’s dinner due to paltry portions but I think our day’s travelling had left us hungrier than usual.

grandMattie: you’ve coped so well with all the frustrations of moving that your emotional reserves must be at a low ebb. I hope your solicitor can successfully negotiate with the vendor through the final stages of the legal side.

I hope to find enough 4G to post this. 🦩🥰🦩💐🦩