Good Morning Sunday 5th November 2023

Good morning from a much brighter Staffordshire, where it rained all day,.

Luckily I had booked Bowling for the 3 of us. DGD2 won the first game. After getting in my stride I narrowly won the 2nd! Much discontent as ‘ cannot possibly be beaten by your NAN! ‘

Not sure what we will do today, perhaps pop over to Bridgnorth.

DD is due back around 6pm. Sent some lovely photos of Eiffel Tower all lit up!

Wishing the Urmstons a lovely break in their happy place, much deserved.

Good morning Mick and all from sunny Berkshire where I am staying with DD in her new flat. We had a good journey down from the north yesterday, even though we had lots of heavy rain. The company made it go quickly.
Today we are off to a farm shop, then lunch. Later we will drive over to Surrey for a meal with my BIL and SIL.

Love the table Mizuna, hope the bugs b****r off quickly Olddudders and you both have a lovely time Urms
Thoughts too to all with worries 🌹

Good morning all from Polmont where it's currently 6° and bright. Mick that's good to hear your doctor is positive. RosiesMaw 💐 As you say, life can change in an instant. Ash your poor dh. I hope he has a better day today.
Yesterday I met my pal for breakfast and we blethered lots. Dd sent a message to tell me dgs1 had swum without armbands etc. He was very proud. She came to the garden centre to see us, but missed us. Later I drove my friend home then went to Aldi for bits and pieces. I made a chicken casserole for dinner. It'll do me today and tomorrow as well.
Today I'll potter about then visit mum in the late afternoon. I've decided night visiting during winter isn't working for me. The road is very dark, the oncoming lights too bright and I got a fright when I landed in the pothole. Have a good day all

Good morning all from the Scottish Borders. The weather looks dry
Yesterday was busier than expected with setting up an exhibition and then giving a hand at the community café where everyone trooped in at lunchtime and we ran out of soup. Mountains of you washing up followed. I know my place!

I had forgotten I was invited to tea until a phone message woke me from my granny nap.

Today Quaker meeting followed by the exhibition preview and cinema if any energy is left. Cataract operation tomorrow morning.
I was about to tell Marydoll not to overdo things.

Thinking of all those who are poorly.
Olddudders and monk's cousin.
I hope the Urms have a wonderful time in Spain.
Altogether, try to have a nice day with not too many sad thoughts.

Maw 💐
Mizuna lovely table and how clever of you to recycle the discarded book.

Good morning from a dry Suffolk after a day of heavy rain yesterday. The Waitrose van with a driver who hasn’t been here before turned left rather than right on the bend on the drive on to a part that is just soil,aka now mud and got stuck. He was a young man ,obviously worried and had 4 more hours of deliveries to do.

I’ve always known that DH is a thoughtful patient person who rose to the challenge of extricating said van from the mud,made worse by the driver’s own attempts to do so which resulted in deep grooves in the mud where he had spun the wheels. Armed with initially cardboard and then an old tarpaulin and with his calm,reassuring demeanour, DH helped him to free the van and proceed on his journey after only a 20 min delay.

I meanwhile kept a low profile indoors and put the shopping away being grateful I had the easier job!

Off to visit DS and family today so I can give DGC the little presents I bought for them in India. Why are DGSs so much more difficult to buy things for especially when they are teenagers? I could have filled a basket for DGDs who range in age from 6 to 17 with bangles,bags,silk purses etc.

Thinking of Urms and her DH as they look forward to a few days in the warmth of the sun and their friends in their happy place.

A lovely morning here but I still feel very lacklustre though will try to go to church, I think. Perhaps being out of the house will help energise me.

Good to see a novella from Marydoll and hope that means she is feeling a bit less awful. Sympathy to olddudders and to his nurse and to anyone else not well.

Good morning all from South Perthshire where it seems to be bright but cold and very damp. Glad the Dr is pleased with your progress Mick - that's reassuring for you.
Safe travels to your happy place Urms and himself - have a perfect relaxing time.
Love your coffee table Mizuna, clever lady.
Well, DGD3's 18th birthday was well and truly celebrated in great style yesterday and she - and all of us! - thoroughly enjoyed it. The Diversity concert was amazing - I so enjoy dance of any kind, and my Dancing DGD was on the edge of her seat, dancing every moment with them! We then went to a Mexican restaurant for food - and an enormous cocktail for the birthday girl! The journey home was 'interesting' - I've never been in a train packed with so many drunken people! Luckily they were all very happy and amiable drunks, so no problems at all. DS1 said their train out to the Ayrshire coast was the same - everybody singing on theirs!
Anyway that's the end of this family's 18ths. Next excitement is the birth of my first great-grandson in a couple of weeks .......
Enjoy your day everyone and I hope those with health problems feel a little bit brighter x

Good morning, Michael and all GNs from a bright, dry South Yorkshire. Thank you all for your birthday good wishes. We had a lovely, if rather chaotic, family dinner; could have done with an extra leaf in the dining table! And DD provided a nice cake. DS made some remark about not putting the requisite number of candles on it lest they stuck all the oxygen out of the room! He’s not too old for a clip round the ear! I am supposed to be watching GS play football today if pitch conditions allow, and then he’s raiding his piggy bank to take me out for Sunday dinner. His birthday treat! My, they grow up so quickly. I’ll make sure I choose the most expensive thing on the menu (not😁)!
Happy travels Urms.
Wishing OD a speedy recovery, Ash.
Maw💐
Have a good day, folks.

Morning from South Lanarkshire, only 5 degrees but dry and sun promised for later.

I too wish you and Himself a lovely holiday Urms, I think it makes us all happy to think of you back in your ‘place in the sun’.

I watched the first episode of the Netflix adaptation of ‘All the Light you cannot see’ last night, but I’m not sure the essence of the book can be expressed visually so I think I’ll just leave it.

Church this morning, a prearranged coffee call with a friend, then a late lunch and overnight stay with DD2 and family, all of which I’m looking forward to. Still struggling with my hearing though so I’ll have to concentrate and not be too irritating with requests for repeats! Old age etc…

Wishing everyone a good Sunday.

Good morning everyone from Inverness where it’s dry with light grey clouds
Sorry that hear olddudders had a bad night Ash hope he improves soon
Rosies 💐
Safe travels to Mr &Mrs Urms take care and enjoy every minute
I’m hopefully having a catch up call with DS this morning but other than that I’ve nothing else planned today day. I’m going carry on with tidying up the garden if it stays dry, there’s always lots to do.
Thinking of everyone with worries and struggles, hope today is gentle and take care all whatever the day brings 💐

Good morning all from the Black country after yesterday's nonstop rain the sun is shining so washing is on.
Safe travels Urms and himself enjoy the break in your happy place.
Had some sad news yesterday regarding DH cousin you may remember he collapsed in the garden on the grass nearly 6mths ago lost use of legs and arms, he has been told he will never walk again he has some use in his hands but very limited how life can change from just a fall.
Have a lovely Sunday all whatever your plans and may you all find some ☀️.

Good morning everyone, it’s bright here on the edge of the Cotswolds, but dark clouds are moving towards us.
A poignant day for you RosiesMaw, sending hugs to you and those needing love today.
Yesterday I spent several hours rearranging the kitchen as I tidied up from getting back from holiday, it looks much better. I finished the washing and everything put away by lunchtime so had a quiet afternoon.
Today a roast for dinner, dog walks and reading the papers.
I hope you all have a peaceful day 🌹

Good morning all from cloudy South Lanarkshire.

I’m sitting upright in bed having taken my medication and counting the minutes till I can have my coffee.

Yesterday afternoon we minded DD’s new puppy and one child while the rest of the family were out. Our poor daft dug was demented by the exuberance of the little pup, we spent most of the time keeping them away from each other until the puppy took herself off to her basket to sleep much to the relief of daft dug.

Quiet day today, brunch at the cafe after Mass then home where I really must do a wardrobe/shoe declutter.

Thinking of those who are ill and wishing Urms and her dear man a happy holiday.

Good morning all from a dry Glasgow, where it is 5°C.

Yesterday turned out to be an unexpectedly lovely day. I felt so awful initially, I did a Covid test. Thankfully it was -ve. Whew!
First thing we got a video message from a very poorly wee Dollie, who had been up all night vomiting. 😪
Later I manged to get on top of all the parish admin and updated the website, my head was spinning.
I overdid it and was lying down, when I received a message from DS to say they were popping in with Babydoll. Great joy!
They stayed on, after DH went to the Vigil Mass ( I didn't feel too great), so I had her all to myself! 😍 She has started to recognise us, my heart just melted.

This morning I am going to try and go down to church to catch up with people. I am going to dope myself up with anti nausea meds, in the hope I can get through the morning. It's been five weeks since I have been stuck in and things are piling up, including some firm words with a parish group, with my Safeguarding hat on.
This time of the year is always busy with audits etc. I have three waiting to be done. ☹

I got a message from our young sacristan to say our senior sacristan had left him in the lurch, so I am going to give him some moral support, because he sounded quite anxious. He is on the autistic spectrum and sometime likes me too be there. He does a fantastic job, but has been asked to do too much today.
DH is happy I am going out, but a bit apprehensive I will over do things.

I hope OldD isn't too unwell. Wise decision Ash not to go to church.
Brilliant table Mizuna Any attempts I have made at depoucage have been a disaster!
Safe journey to the Urms.

Love to all!

Good morning from N Bucks where it is brightening by the minute!
I love your découpage Mizuna , so original and doubly nice because you used something which would otherwise have been destroyed.
My sympathies to your DH Ashcombe , he sounds proper poorly. Good that you are here to look after him, as long as you don’t succumb too. Living alone I have often wondered how I would cope if I caught Covid but 🤞🤞 I have swerved it so far.
I’m sure Rosie would sympathise but I don’t know how I would walk her, but, sufficient unto the day etc etc etc
I am so glad you are still in touch with your Kent friends, GrandMattie it’s hard when you move , despite all the FaceTime/emails/phones in the world, we still miss them. Now my sympathies also to Iris - we had a similar reaction on Thursday from GS2 who is in all other sports an outstanding athlete - just not bowling. May I draw your attention to the screenshot of the leaderboard? Never mind that Granny had “bumpers” , but as they say in France “quand même”.
Today it is exactly 6 years since the last “normal” day Paw and I spent together. An early MRI at the Royal Free, but back in time for lunch and a quiet and pleasant afternoon with the Sunday papers, books, a bit of tv, enjoying “companionable silence”
A heavy fall in the bathroom the next morning, a long wait on the floor for an ambulance, A&E, admission to hospital and it was downhill until he slipped peacefully away 4 days later with those he loved around him.
So a very special day with precious memories.
I hope it is a peaceful and pleasant day for you all and that any furries frightened of fireworks will be spared the loudest bangs.

Morning Mick, morning All. Our corner of Somerset looks dry. Wonderful

Mr C enjoyed his breakfast yesterday, very smug as my fears about the roads were proved to be unfounded. An enjoyable walk afterwards in sunshine but goodness, it hammered down on the way home. Had to pull in, too much for the wipers.

Hope to get outside this morning and remove some overgrown plants. It will be muddy for sure. Not sure what else today as I slept little.

That sounds a reassuring visit mick. Get well wishes to your husband ash. Interesting and fun table mizuma, I’d never have thought to do it. Safe landings urms. The warmth and sunshine will be wonderful.

Have the best day you can everyone.

Good morning from a damp W Kent. DS, DIL and GD1 coming for some lunch today. I think the preparation and clearing up will probably fill the day.
Have a happy time Urms
Hope Oldduders improves soon and you don’t get it Ash
Best wishes to all

Posted too soon!
We may go to the fireworks with family brooks , depending on the weather.
A good day wished for all.

Good morning to you all. Haven’t looked outside yet.
This morning we are having coffe with our good friends who live just around the corner.
No lunch required as all the family is meeting mid afternoon for Son in Laws birthday meal in a local pub. His actual birthday isn’t until next Friday but they will be celebrating with his side of the family then.

Good morning from Colchester. There's been rain overnight but a dry day is forecast.
This is good news for the huge fireworks display that will take place in the park adjoining our estate. Some of the family will pop over to watch from the end of our road to avoid paying the extortionate entry fee.
Love to all 🦩 x

Good morning Mick and all from a not raining S Hampshire, it bucketed down last evening, didn’t seem to hinder the many firework displays we heard.
Good your appointment went well Mick.
I’d be a wet rag Ashcombe hopefully oldudders starts improving today.
I made stuffing for Christmas yesterday, lots of it, all in the freezer now.
I will walk today, no rain forecast, Saturday’s paper to read properly, meat draw, then pork steaks in bbq sauce for dinner.
Urmstongran I hope you both have a wonderful break to your second home, solace for body and soul.
🦩🦩

Good morning all and another fitful night.😤. My mind just won’t keep still.

I love that table Mizuna and so well done. What a good idea!

Safe and troublefree journey Urms.✈️. Have a restful time. ❤️.

Poor Oldduders . Hope you don’t catch it Ash.

I’ll take little DGD for her swimming lesson this morning and hopefully bring Dd back here for the day. 🤞.

I had a long chat to my bestie on the phone yesterday. How can we talk for so long - I’d only spent all day before with her! 😉.

No rain forecast for today.

Enjoy the day 🌻

Morning all from West Oxfordshire
Safe travels Urms and Mr Urms. Have a wonderful time!
I had a great time in London yesterday. St James Palace is fascinating and the guide was excellent.
I let the cats sleep on my bed last night because of the fireworks. I was woken at one point by by Milo simultaneously snoring and purring!
Church this morning and then a quiet day.

Good morning from a cooler, windy Torbay.

olddudders has had a terrible night. He has a cough that prevents sleep so opted for the recliner, partly so he could use his laptop if sleep eluded him, without disturbing me. He’s remarkably chirpy this morning, considering he hasn’t slept much.

Safe travels and happy landings, Urmstongran. Just what you both need! 😎
A clever idea, Mizuna, for an original table! Some clever ladies with impressive craft skills on here.

I’m avoiding church today just in case I’m incubating Covid. Thank you, Susan56 for your good wishes and others who posted yesterday.

A blessed Sunday to all. 🦩🥰✝️💐🦩