I hope Mr Soop is having a very jolly birthday today! At least with us, it’s not really rained much, just a few brief showers.
Oh Yia, that’s heartbreaking. 
Is there nothing else at all that the professionals can do to help? I’m thinking of you and your son very much. 
Thanks for the bouncy suit, Jax - I’ve not done any more injuries to myself! 
Glad you escaped the worst of the storm. My ds in Hants was also ok, he said it was wet but not too windy. I hope your dd is feeling better now.
Annsixty you sound as though you’re able to get out and about more now. That’s great news, it improves one’s mood, even if it seems an effort at the time.
That’s good news for MrC, Cornergran. My friend who’s had congenital heart disease for years goes to cardiac rehab and it’s amazing how well she’s doing. I’m sure the rehab has helped her keep as fit as possible. As for BT - my heart sinks when I have to go into battle with one of these companies. You know it’ll probably take hours and you won’t have that one piece of information without which Nothing Can Be Done until you give up in despair and turn to the Sherry bottle!
GMbatty HB is my dh’s favourite shop, although B&M is exerting its allure on him, too.
Enjoy your quiet weekend, Granmarie. Sometimes it’s nice to do not-a-lot.
Yikes, Brook! What a fright! 😱 My GD in the US did similar, last year. Her eyebrow was pretty much sliced in two horizontally, in a head clash. Today, you can’t even see where it was, it’s healed so well. Hope it’s the same for your GS.
Stay cosy, Urms!
Today is a day for good news; my son in the US has had a clear scan result on his three-monthly check up. I’m almost allowing myself to breathe a little now, hoping that we’re out of the woods.
My hand is fine now, though both my knees are still sore as I discovered when I got down to play with GS today.He was delighted to see us again when we visited earlier in the week, he went and got his shoes and lunch bag and demanded to come home with us. ❤️❤️❤️. We said we thought not, as he’d miss his mummy at 3 o’clock in the morning.
I received a delivery of spring bulbs today, which I ordered weeks ago. I think I’ve been a bit over enthusiastic in quantity but I expect I’ll find homes for them all. I’ve ordered some bulb baskets to make it easier to keep track of them in the garden.
We’re off to a pre-fireworks party at DD’s tomorrow then a quiet day on Sunday apart from a man coming to valet our filthy cars on Sunday afternoon. They haven’t been done since we moved, 15mths ago. 
Wishing everyone a good weekend. Xxx
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And a very warm welcome to the newest kitchen.
Good evening dear Kitcheners. Today has been a quiet day of pottering. I have dealt with some paperwork and done a little laundry and watched a few craft tutorials on YouTube.
Glad you’re feeling brighter Ann, hope the meal is good. Such a shame when a favourite place changes hands.
Hope you’re having a good day Neine, sounds interesting.
Happy anniversary, hope you’re enjoying your evening Jax, that pudding looks delicious.
Great news from your son Sue, I think I’m the last remaining member of the Black (and blue!) Hand Gang now and it’s feeling fine.
Urms you sound so content
Goodnight, TOYA.
Yia We feel your pain. I shall say a wee prayer for your son. Please continue to share with us if it helps in some small way.
SueD Your dear son's latest scan is reassuring. I am delighted on your behalf.
Blossoming Continue to take very good care of your injured hand.
Mr Soop's birthday was as sunny and warm as his disposition. He received messages from family and friends including his sisters in Australia.
We had a delicious lunch in a super-smart restaurant in Campbeltown. After which, a stroll along the promenade and a little window shopping. Small pleasures that we continue to appreciate.
I took a birthday photograph of Mr S holding a framed photo of himself as a wee lad. So...here it be...
It will take me some time to catch up with all your latest news. I am bogged down a bit with trying to get on top of a few problems we're having with the internet.
You are special people. Later this evening, as is the custom, I shall raise a glass of cheer to each and every one of our Kitcheners. 
Happy Birthday Yia 🎂🎉🥂, hope you’re enjoying your celebrations.
Smashing news SueDonim, enjoy pre fireworks fun this evening.
Lovely picture soop.
I’ve been make Christmas stuffing for both of my children, my friend and some friends of my daughter, it’s been hard work, now in the oven. Good for the skin! my hands feel very soft, a bit eau d’onion though!
A quiet evening ahead.
Belated birthday wishes to Mr Soop , congratulations to SueDonim and a sympathetic hug for YiaYia -plus anybody I have missed.
No internet on Thursday night or Friday in Somerset which complicated life - no Star Wars movie for the children who had had a frustrating day kept indoors by horizontal rain and gale force winds. We did attempt to take them bowling in Taunton but it was a frustrating journey there as we kept coming up against flooded and closed roads, about turns, consult Satnav, try again (repeat)
Anyway despite the storm we had lovely weather on Wednesday and a walk from Montacute to Ham Hill, and Friday (morning ) including packing up the house.
Our Halloween Tea was sumptuous and the GC had spent the afternoon painting rocks they had brought back from the beach with Halloween postures.
“Halloween rocks” , you might say!
Happy to be home with Rosie though who seemed happy enough at the kennels and was well looked after.
A couple of pics of setting up and the Halloween table! D and SIL had got “blood bags” filled with dilute Ribena for the children (happy to say the real stuff ie red wine for us adults) and they had all helped with Halloween baked goods - rocky road, biscuits, muffins etc
I treasure these times and hope that we have created some happy memories for years to come when Granny is perhaps no longer there.
Finding sleep elusive I’be wandered into the kitchen.
Delighted you enjoyed your evening ann, you sounded less than certain before it arrived.
Happy holiday and safe travels to Mr and Mrs Urms .
That’s an excellent birthday photo soop. A good day for sure.
Hope the roof fix is a straightforward one hulahoop. What a nuisance.
The does sound rushed but very enjoyable nannyt. Have fun.
Wow, that’s a lot jax. Your winter gaeden plans sound beautiful brook. Of course you’ll pull it off. .
My memory about your posts is failing me now so it’s goodnight from me - I hope .
Good afternoon to all our special Kitcheners.
MrSoop Says a warm thank you to "his ladies" for the many birthday greetings.
Blossoming I am not a lover of fireworks. And, while I am having a grumble, I am also fed up beyond measure with Christmas advertising. I remember the good old days... 
Belated birthday wishes, Yia
RosiesMaw I wish you many, many years of Happy Memory Making. Your photos are delightful.
Dear Mr and Mrs Urms, I hope that your journey is pleasant and that the change of scene recharges your batteries.
Nannytopsy You have been super busy. Your visit to the garden of England with friends is well deserved.
annsixty I am always happy to read that you had a most enjoyable evening meal with your friend.
corner Us lot are sending you a special comforting hug.
We've had plenty of sunshine today. We fitted in a pleasant stroll through peaceful parkland. All around us, the foliage was jewel-bright. Right this minute, it is spitting with rain.
Continue to enjoy your Sunday in whatever way you choose. We will both have a brew and read.
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