Good Morning Friday 28th July 2023

Good morning from Durham. So humid yesterday, I hope today’a a bit fresher. Saw my friend yesterday afternoon - her health anxiety is off the scale - I was worn out and a little annoyed when I got home. Taking Little Dog back to DD2 this morning, picking up DGS1, then meeting DD2 with DGS2 for coffee and cake. Complicated because DGS1 isn't a dog lover. I have him all day, then when he goes home, I’ll collect Little Dog again. More trips up the Western Bypass! Well used to it though.
Good to hear MrC had his op.
Best wishes to all. X

Good morning from a grey W Kent. Enjoyable if tiring day out with Dd1, SIL and two adult GC although DH struggled with the walking and we left them to the heavy shopping and had tea and cakes
Funny how things come out of a clear blue sky, we arrived home to find Dd2 has Covid, sounded awful so she will not see her sister now during this visit
Take care everyone

Morning all from a dampish West Oxfordshire. I am having my roots done today and a cut. The grey is taking over and even though I’m 70, I’m not ready to embrace that look quite yet! I will pop into a Charity shop too. I had a mini clear out and have a couple of dresses and a pair of trousers I don’t wear any more. Thinking of the Corners and Urms.

Good morning from N Bucks where it is still bright but the clouds are building up. Yesterday’s lunch with friends was at a pancake restaurant where I could happily work my way through the menu!
I had a savoury pancake with goat’s cheese, caramelised pear and walnuts. Then the three of us shared a sweet pancake with banana, salted caramel and scoops of ice cream.
Diet? What diet?
For the THIRD time I am up and waiting for the BT Openreach engineer who I am assured with instal my new fibre broadband. Only I doubt that as the first engineer, 6 weeks ago realised that a trench will need to be dug from the road to a new point of entry for my internet, a distance of about 100 feet (or more?) and from what I have seen around the village that involves much marking up of pavements, the erection of “footpath closed” barriers and men in hi-viz jackets. I can’t see that happening this morning and have told them so, but to no avail.
We shall see.
Great news from Cornergran - tell Mr C we were all cheering him on yesterday when you see him later today won’t you?
Happy holibobs BlueSapphire and safe travels to all out and about and special thoughts to Kalu, Urms and all in distress.

Glad that MrCorner has had his surgery and hope his recovery is uneventful. Thought with Cornergran and the family at this anxious time.

Grey morning with showers in the forecast but I did manage to spray the new roses yesterday having waited for nearly three weeks for suitable weather- not sunny, windy or wet. Oldies coffee morning but no village market as the closure of the road through the village has made life very difficult all week. Due to be finished today, though.

Amazing photo NannyJan.

Good morning from Cornwall where it's overcast and mild. Your original message to Charleygirl is still there Marydoll. I have four apples on two trees, that's all! So pleased it went well for Mr C.

A beach walk really did me good yesterday, exercised my dodgy knee without too much pain. Then to fave charity shop with daughter-in-law where we ate strawberry and cream cake, yum. Afterwards a very long phone conversation with my ex to iron out some shared family worries, then my daughter rang to cast doubt on her visit to Cornwall next week as she is a bit under the weather.

Today I have absolutely nothing planned, which is lovely!

Good morning from a sunny Black Country.

Yesterdays walk at Baggeridge Country park was very warm with the odd rain shower. Lots of chat and laughs.

Then over to Mums where I had a shower, and we went out for lunch. She as usual had Fish and Chips! I have attached a photo of the canal in Compton where the pub is. Such a pretty view considering we are in the Black Country.

We then popped over to DD's in the after as they are off to Corfu today. Just hope all is ok, but there are staying on the opposite side of the island to where the fire was.

No real plans today, probably tidy up the garden. MrJ hurt his back 2 days ago in the gym, so not too mobile at the moment.

Pleased MrC's Op went well. Wishing you all a lovely day, with special thoughts to all with worries and health struggles.

Good morning all from the Black country.
Glad to hear MrC had his op onwards and upwards now.
Not much planned for today perhaps some gardening if it stays dry meeting friends at the club later.
Safe travels BlueSapphire look forward to hearing from on board.
Thoughts and hugs to our absent friends.
Enjoy your Friday everyone whatever your plans and may you all find some ☀️.

Good morning everyone from Inverness where it’s bright and dry and a warm day is forecast.
Good to hear from you Corner, not long now until you can visit your DH, I hope he’s is doing well
Yesterdays plans changed as it was so wet. DGD came round here and we enjoyed playing board games most of the day. Not sure when she’ll be back to finish but we’ll see. Today I’m off to the gym this morning and then meeting up with my pal for coffee later
Have a lovely time on your cruise BlueSapphire and everyone else on holiday - enjoy!
Thinking of everyone with worries and struggles, hope today is gentle and take care all whatever the day brings 💐

Cornergran good to hear DH's surgery has been successful.
Keeping you both in my thoughts.

Charleygirl, I did post to say it was lovely to see you on the thread, again. It must disappeared into the ether!
Thanks for the update!

Good morning from a cloudy Somerset. Packing up and heading home today after an exhausting week with 2 x dgs. The 12 year old was fine but the 7 year old is a Duracell bunny. We had a great day watching helicopters yesterday. We are dropping them home to their parents for the weekend so we can rest and having them again next week.
Sending hugs to Corner and love to all 🦩 x

Good morning. Earlier than usual after an uncomfortable night .
We have three
empty days to fill. Family are all away in various places as are two lots of friends who live near. We can’t decide wether to go out or potter at home. I don’t really fancy wandering in the rain and can’t walk far due to pain.
We’ll see how it goes.
Wishing all a pleasant day.

I’ve just seen your post Cornergran, my best wishes for your DH.

Good morning everyone, it’s a rainy start here on the edge of the Cotswolds.
Yesterday I dug out the small border under the front window, it was full of day lilies, snails and slugs galore and has been irritating me for sometime so I decided to start from scratch.
I rescued a peony, an agapanthus, a large clump of nerine lilies and the gladioli, dug in lots of compost and started replanting i have a few more plants in pots to add then I will be done! Rather chuffed actually!
More gardening if it’s not raining too much, the weeds are growing faster!
Happy Friday everyone 🌹

Thanks for the update on MrC Charleygirl.

Morning all from an overcast S E Essex.

Good that you are slowly getting back into your normal routine Mick

I had a busy morning yesterday, catching up with laundry and clearing/cleaning the playroom after five little people on Tuesday’s play day. Late afternoon I joined DD and the 8yr old GS at the revamped Oxygen indoor trampoline park. It was full to capacity which at the price I was supposed at, and so noisy.

Today it’s just the 8yr old here whilst DD is at work, might go to the gym not sure yet. Off out to a Thai Restaurant for dinner this evening.

(((Hugs))) to all our friends in need

Have a good day folks 🙋‍♀️🦩

Good morning all from Polmont where it's currently 12° and cloudy. Cornergran I'm glad to hear from you. All my best to your dh. Ash good that you got through the play. Your story of the explosion made me laugh. Susan have a lovely time with the family. Marydoll your pp needs to realise you never cross the ladies of the church! Greyduster I have a large amount of ants in my path and front garden. I think I've missed the day when the flying ants erupt.
Yesterday I cleaned the boys' bedroom and was pleased with the result. I took the dinosaur decals of the walls and ordered Pokémon ones. It's cheaper than decorating! The toy storage arrived late on and I began to assemble it, but gave up as I need a good light. I had a phone call with a nurse about mum which confirmed she has some delirium still and a degree of cognitive impairment. It wasn't unexpected but still disappointing. They are getting her up more and she had lunch in the dining room which is a huge improvement. I'm an impatient person and am having to slow down my expectations of her recovery.
Today I'll build that blasted storage. I need to nip to Aldi for cake as I have a friend coming round for coffee this afternoon. I'll pick her up as she has macular degeneration and doesn't drive any more. It'll be nice to see her. Years ago, we went on holiday together and both fell in the River Styx. Or rather, she tripped and pulled me down with her. It was high summer in Greece and we dried quickly. Tonight I'll visit mum. Have a good day all

Good morning all, it’s looking quite bright here in Argyll.

Yesterday’s outing didn’t go quite as planned as poor DSiL had been felled the previous night by a horrible bout of D&V, probably caused by the lobster he’d eaten that day. DD stayed with him and the littlest child while DH and I took the three girls to the little cinema in Oban to see Barbie. There were a few funny moments although it could have been much shorter. The older two understood the feminist message and discussed it at length afterwards over ice cream in a cafe as we watched the ferry come and go.

Marydoll, sorry for your troubles. I have scary memories of that road and was chatting to DH about it as we passed the Rest and be Thankful viewpoint last weekend on the way up here. I used to close my eyes and pray as my Dad’s old banger spluttered up the hills on the way to Lochgoilhead.

I’m not sure what we’re doing today. First born GC stayed here last night and gave me a lovely facial, who needs a spa.

Thinking of our absent friends. Wishing you all a pleasant day

Good morning from a dull South Downs. No rain is forecast though.

Yesterdays pre-op went very well. The unit was calm, quiet and very efficient and I was in and out in less than an hour. Considering the letter said up to 3 hours, I was pleasantly surprised. Now just have to get my blood done,nand then another blood not more than 5 days before the operation. I asked why 5 days etc and nurse said to establish your blood group, but not sure why the 5 days?

Everyone seems ok so far this morning except perhaps marydoll struggling with her chest. Hope some movement helps you to clear it md

Today, I’m free, so not sure yet. Do have to spot clean a couple of patches on the landing and bedroom carpets.

Enjoy your day everyone

Good morning Charleygirl, so good to hear from you!

Good morning from Severnside. Cloud an blue sky above this morning.

What a warm afternoon it turned out to be. I felt quite sleepy. Must have done wonders for you Mick to be out and about on your regular journey.

I did my shopping yesterday so I shall potter today and hope to do some light garden work.. I made a start on sorting out my bedding two days ago but carrying on with it will keep until a rainy day.

Best wishes to all and hope Mrcorner has had his operation.
💐

Just to let everybody know that corner was able to see Mr.C be wheeled into the theatre suite. It was a long operation and I do not think he was in ITU until around 4 pm. She was not allowed to see him but a member of staff suggested that she and one of her two sons visit today after 11 am.

She went to bed exceptionally early as it had been such a long and stressful day for her. She is staying with her other son.

Mr C can only get better now.

Good morning everyone from an overcast Northampton; don't know what the weather will do for the rest of the day here, but as I shall be on my way to Dover it can please itself!
Dover is set to be dry with sunny spells, and bright sunshine as we sail this evening.

Just had tea and toast before I get ready for my pick up this morning. Just my hand luggage to finish; the cases are ready and in the hall. Managed to get my Stugeron yesterday, along with some black tights.

Have a pleasant Friday,.and I hope to post something from on board.