Good Morning Thursday 14th March 2024

Morning all, I read often but am not a frequent poster, however just wanted to say to Urms that I know exactly how she’s feeling, wanting to have a break, yet not wanting to at the same time.
After nearly 2 very fraught years, with numerous hospital visits inc 3 emergencies to A+E my other half is due to undergo his aortic valve replacement op in just over a week at Papworth.
A few months ago I really needed a few days away, but didn’t want to go too far, just in case.
So I went on the train, up to the NW of England to stay with family up there. It was only for 5 days in total, and I was in contact with my husband as and when we chose, and it really did recharge my batteries.
Urms If you’re thinking going to Spain might be too far away, so is causing you more anxiety, could you perhaps go to stay with your daughter in Yorkshire?
Even if she and her husband are out at work all day, you could potter round the village maybe, (and get some ready meals in/ go to the pub #lazygran😉) but have company in the evening. Just a thought.
Whatever you do a battery recharge will do you a world of good. I hope you don’t mind me putting my ‘two penn’orth’ in- don’t want to offend in any way. xx

Good morning Mick and all from a wet 11° northwest coast.
Nice meal out yesterday with old friend who turns 90 this year and is very active, walks to the village every day and apart from some cataract bother, is in good health. We both had lamb, tender and delicious. I don’t often have a roast, so it’s a nice treat.

Flying DD in Japan and interesting photos on Insta.
Off into the city by train for Italian lunch with pianist friend.

A tragic day Scapal, so so sad.
Hope your DH gets sorted Blossom and thoughts to all with worries 🌺

Scapal, I remember that day well.
I was sitting having lunch in my classroom with the radio on. By the time the children came back into class, I was in tears.

I have never forgotten the bravery of their teacher Gwen Mayor and from that day on, always had a plan in my head if I had to protect my pupils.

You can do this Urms, something that will benefit both of you but please, bring back some sunshine 🌞
A warm welcome Grace
A truly shocking, sad day for Scotland Scapa. One I will never forget. 🖤

Good morning Mick and all from rainy Lancashire, currently 11°C.

MrB’s ECG found no problems, so on to the next lot of tests.

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A wet day here in Central Scotland. Yesterday was a day of remembrance here in Dunblane as always on the 13th of March. It was 28yrs ago that sixteen Primary One children and their teacher were killed and others injured by Thomas Hamilton. I remember the waiting to find out which school it was and then waiting outside the school for what seemed like forever to find out which class. I had two children, a niece and a nephew at school in Dunblane. My niece’s classroom was one he shot into but all were safe. The photographs are a snowdrop which has been adopted as as a symbol of remembrance as it was the only flower blooming at the time here and the memorial in Dunblane Cathedral. A dreadful time. Hug your loved ones close.

Good morning from Glasgow. It’s damp and grey with a forecast of rain all day.

Yesterday turned out to be a surprisingly constructive day in which I felt spurred on to make my way through the to do list which gave me a much needed sense of achievement.
Grammaretto we both have ‘happy feet’ now, another achievement 😄
Hairdressers, hoping the rain stops before I leave the salon and a small Waitrose shop this afternoon.
Grandmabatty I too think it may be time to see your GP as your feeling unwell has been dragging on for so long. You must look after yourself too and I hope a day of rest helps you feel some improvement.

Hoping a good day is ahead for all with thought for those bearing illness and worries.

Another dreich morning in South Lanarkshire.

Daft dug has her vaccination booster this afternoon, I’ll bath her this morning so she’s looking her best.


Other than that I’ll potter around and before I know it another day will have passed.

I’m sure it will do you good to spend a few days in your happy place Urms.

Have the best day possible everyone.

Good morning all the sun has come up and it looks and feels cold,wet and rainy on the east coast of Fife.luckily I’m staying in today where I’ll be nice and cosy now that I’ve put the heating up further.
I had a terrible night last night I just could NOT fall asleep. I spent all night watching the Durrells it’s a great series.

Keep safe my friends

Another grey day with rain forecast for most of it so an indoor day with William Hague’s biography of William Wilberforce. This is a book which needs concentration so a few chapters in bed is no good - and anyway it’s too heavy and needs a table. The brass needs a polish so might stretch to that but otherwise idleness rules.

Good morning from a grey NE where it is mild.
SIL and I did the shopping and after lunch relaxed with our coffee. We found a concert at the Sage that interested us so he booked it, a nice treat for DD as it is her birthday a few days before. He went home straight after dinner as the plumber is coming today to change the boiler and he needed to clear the kitchen.
I have a telephone appointment with the bank this afternoon to discuss more suitable savings accounts. I need to gather together some paperwork so that I have everything handy.
Thoughts are with poorly people.
Good to hear you have a trip arranged Urmston.

Good morning Mick and everyone from a gloomy and very wet Carlisle.
I'm getting fed up with being stuck indoors and I'm regretting not emigrating to warmer climes after DH died. That's today's moaning over!
I shall get the ironing done and then find interesting things to do, there are plenty.
Grandmabatty, I really hope you start feeling better soon, you're certainly having a miserable time of it.

Have a good day everyone if you can.

Good morning from yet another dull and grey Black Country, at least it is dry.

Took Mum to a Dementia singing cafe yesterday, which she seemed to enjoy. A local u3a Ukele group was playing, and everyone sang along. There was tea and cake too. It is on every Wednesday, but we are away for the next two. But it seems they arrange coach and canal trips too in the summer.

Today I have a funeral to attend. My children's uncle, who was only 72.

Wishing you all the best day possible.

Good morning all from a dry but grey Angus coast where, according to my weather app, it's going to start raining soon. Yesterday turned into a lovely afternoon and evening though, so mustn't complain.
Grandmabatty shouldn't you be seeing a doctor? This prolonged feeling of unwell-ness needs investigating and who knows? Maybe all it will take is a course of antibiotics and you'll feel a different person. Would I take my own advice though? Probably not 😉. I do hope another day of resting will do the trick. I think what we all need is some more sunshine and warmth.
Off to tai chi soon - which I hope I will do better than on Tuesday when, after very little sleep, I gave a very lack-luster class I'm afraid. Let's hope yesterday's few hours of sunshine will have given me more oomph! I certainly didn't have a better night's sleep.
Enjoy whatever comes your way today and may all the aches and pains be eased 🦋

Good morning everyone from a cloudy Northampton, rain showers forecast late afternoon.

Had a nice walk to and from the garden centre yesterday afternoon to pick up my order at.Cotton Traders; the assistant suggested I try the top on there and then, and I was glad I did, as it was too big; luckily there was a smaller size in store so was able to do a swap. Had a coffee and cake in the cafe and.read a couple of chapters of my book on my phone.

My pork and apple slow cooker dinner turned out ok - I had made the recipe up! The apple had just melted into the sauce, giving it a tart flavour, and thickening the sauce beautifully.
Three portions left to go in the freezer this morning.

Sainsbury's delivery this morning, then this afternoon a bus trip to the shops and a couple of orders to pick up at M&S and Next, as well as a top-up shop.
Gammon steak and pineapple for.dinner tonight.

Ash I had to wait 4 months for an appointment at the stroke clinic after my TIA, despite my GP referring me twice! They just said they had no record of any referral. Hope you get seen quicker.than that.

Wishing all a good day.

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Good morning from a bright, dry Colchester. Double figure temperatures already, so the heating didn't bump on.
I'm getting washing out on the line while I can.
Housework and a walk into the City centre for a few bits is today's agenda. DH is out for a couple of hours of fly fishing.
Love to all 🦩 x

Morning from a dry cloudy S Hants, welcome grace.
Good luck Ashcombe with both appointments.
Yesterday was busy looking at a car, library then in the evening we went to our local, I managed the big step onto the patio, it was so good to catch up.
Today we’ve the first plumber coming to estimate for a gutting and refit of our en-suite.
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Good morning from a bright W Kent. Yesterday’s meeting with DH’s old boss and his wife went well unusually the two men chatted through the meal and I had to catch up with his wife over tea later. Today is art group and a pile of washing needs doing.
Best wishes to all

Good morning all and it’s bright here in Essex. No rain forecast 🙏.

Yesterday was busy with church, Specsavers, coffee and lunch out with 9 old pals. 3 couldn’t make it. I missed a call from Dd asking me to pick up DGD from school. I felt bad . Her friend stepped in, thank goodness.

Eldest DGD messaged in family wassap letting us know she starts her new job week after next. She’s been waiting for nearly three months. Recently qualified Mental Health Nurse. They are crying out for staff and yet they’ve kept her waiting all this time. 😤. She also told us that her elderly cat had died in her sleep , lying on dad’s chest. She’s so upset . 😢.

Take care all 🌷

Good morning from Durham.
It’s raining again - like others here, I’m desperate for a bit of warmth and sun.
Dentist this morning - I’m very nervous, as I’ve struggled to get an appointment and haven’t been for over a year!
DDs are coming later for a cheeky glass of birthday fizz and DD2 can take Little Dog home with her. I suspect the hard floors will need a good clean to get the mucky paw prints off!
Best wishes to all. X

A warm welcome, Grace. There are a few Fifers on here.

My DH had the same op years ago. ÒUCH! My son now has an infected foot, due to the same reason.

Good morning all from Polmont where it's currently 5° and wet. Susan thank you for your good wishes.
Yesterday ended up being a horrible day for me. I didn't feel well at all. I know it will pass but I felt so tired and miserable.
Today I should be meeting friends for lunch but I've decided to cancel. I really need to rest fully for another day. So a quiet day ahead for me. Have a good day all.

Good morning all from a rainy Glasgow, where it is 7°c.

Yesterday I was able to do very little, but an unexpected visit from DS2 and a planned visit from Dollie and her mum was a tonic. Sadly no visit from Babydoll, she still has an infection and it is too risky for me to hold her. ☹

Good luck with your injection, Ash. That is a pity about your wedding ring.
I am hoping for a general steroid injection on Friday to dampen down my RA. and arrange an appointment for one in my painful shoulder. It needs to be done in the ward, using ultrasound, as it can cause damage if not done correctly..

Ladyf., I have chocolate envy!! I did receive a large box of Thornton's chocolate from the P.P yesterday. I have hidden it! Too tempting.

Apart from a telephone appointment regarding my failing health, I have nothing else planned today.

Enjoy your day folks and of course, prayers for all, who have mountains to climb on a daily basis.

Good morning from North Yorkshire. Cloudy again but dry after more heavy rain yesterday afternoon.
The arboretum was lovely but muddy underfoot. I need to clean my boots today.
Off to make coffee for the parent group this morning then catching up with a friend later.
Urms the sunshine and change of scenery will do you good.
Have a good day everyone.

Good morning from a calm and bright Suffolk and an early start for me today.

DH is lending his car to DD1 in Bristol and DSiL is coming by train toIpswich to collect it. Their family car is on its last legs and they have been managing with the little runabout which is difficult with 3 children,the eldest with her broken ankle and crutches and their dog.

He thought yesterday one tyre had a slow puncture so it is booked into a local tyre garage to check. It seems that the days of just turning up and having a tyre examined are gone around here….everything has to be booked in advance.

I’m meeting another friend for lunch after my stretch class. I don’t usually have such a busy social life,4th lunch with a friends in 4 days but have enjoyed them all so far this week immensely.

Thinking of others unable through illness or sadness to get out and about as much as they would wish.