Good Morning Friday 20th December 2024

Mick you really must have your ongoing weight loss investigated. You are obviously concerned about it as you report it here most days.
Please make an appointment with yiur GP.

Mick I agree with Georgesgran, please seek medical advice for your bowel issues and weight loss.

Good morning from a chilly Bristol.

Never weigh yourself more than once a week, at the same time, same clothes, Mick.

I had a lovely quiet day yesterday, recharging my batteries, but being very productive.

DD wanted me to make 4 pairs of pyjama bottoms for her family out of an old double duvet cover. I cut them out several weeks ago. It was a pig to fit them all in, and, for ages, I put off sewing them up.

I’ve run out of time. So, I took my courage in both hands and it took me only 4 quiet hours to sew them. Very pleased with the result. I hope they like them too when they open the presents on Christmas Eve. I’m adding matching tops from Asda and a pair of socks for the adults and bits for the girls.

I spent the afternoon wrapping, and worrying how on earth I would be getting the presents over to DD’s, as well as my own stuff for a couple of nights.

Today, I have 6 dozen mince pies to make. Good planning and preparation are key. The actual making is a doddle.

So many of the GMmers have problems with their health and families. Please rest assured that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I also rejoice with you when you have good news. ❤️

Carpe diem 🦩🦩🦩🦩

Good morning from s somerset, cool and rainy today

It feels like a hunkering down day today, I might just start by bottoming one room, cleaning, sorting cupboards that sort of thing. Quite a nice thing to do with some cheerful 70s music playing. I find that more satisfying mid-winter than a bit of this and a bit of that, from here there and everywhere.

My aches are almost gone and my swollen fingers are back to normal so I will be able to knit again, always a good reserve for a rest-period. I may even get my jumper ufo out and get on with the next pattern stage as I am liking the home spun corriedale very much and that top-down circular jumper won`t make itself

Have a good day

Good morning, Michael and all GNs. Mick I can only second most emphatically what Georgesgran has said. Your friends on here are concerned for you.
A dull day in prospect here, but plenty to do. Yesterday was the last formal get together of the walking group though there may be informal get togethers during the holidays. I spent a very relaxing couple of hours with my niece in the afternoon chewing over various family matters. This Christmas, God willing, will be very much better than last as she lost one of her brothers on Christmas Day.
I have spare beds to sort out today as DD and the menfolk will be staying over on Christmas Day night. Final presents to wrap, and some baking to do.
Have the best day you can folks.

Good morning from Durham. Still dark and rain forecast soon.
I’m meeting a friend for coffee this morning, then returning a parcel to Next and picking up a few things in M&S.
Another friend has several NHS appointments today and we are hoping for the results of various tests she’s had recently - hopefully better than she anticipated.
Last few gifts to wrap.

Best wishes to all. X

Good morning from Malta where we are in for a wet, windy day with a high of 16°C and a low of 6°C!

Yesterday I went down to my garage and dug out my sons old toys so the boys can play with them. They needed a good scrub but there are several construction vehicles, a Brio train set and a big bag of Thomas the Tank Engine trains.

I also went to buy the boys’ Christmas presents which I hope they will like.

Today I am supposed to meet a friend for coffee if my insides settle down. I’ve been up and down all night.

grandMattie you are a marvel! I hope your efforts will be appreciated. You are so kind and thoughtful to go to such trouble.

Wishing you all a good day.☀️

Good morning everyone from Inverness, it’s still dark and looks a bit frosty outside
Well done with the pjs gMattie, they sound good and I hope the family all enjoy wearing them
An early start for me, I’m off to DD1s in Cambridge for the weekend. I’m not looking forward to the busy travelling chaos but really looking forward to being there.
I hope the little boys have many happy hours playing with your sons old toys bellas
Thinking of everyone with worries and struggles, hope today is gentand take care all whatever the day brings 💐

Good morning all from a cold and windy east coast of Fife. I’m going to my local shops today with my carer who’s leaving on the 24th for another job , however I’m pleased to say my new carer starts soon into the new year. The Christmas presents are flowing in and I’ve many Christmas cards too.

Breakfast today will be a bacon and egg roll.

Have a good day my friends be kind to all and keep safe

I put my cards on my living room glass door, I’ve done this every year with sellotape since moving in many years ago

Good morning everyone from south Manchester. It’s dry. 3°C Alexa tells me, rising to 8°Clater with showers. I’ve got TIB and toast courtesy of Himself as I’m off out soon - being picked up by Teacher Mummy as I’ve been asked to mind L’il Miss. her school in Trafford broke up for 🎄 yesterday and the rest of the family finish late afternoon. I suggested I take her to the hair salon round the corner from them - see if they can fit her in for a dry cut. “Oh mum, yes please if you don’t mind”. If not it’ll have to be after Christmas.

Early evening we 6 have a table reserved in our favourite Italian restaurant to start the holiday season off on a high note!

Me too BonnyBanko!

Good morning all from a chilly North Leicestershire.

Our lovely roof men are coming at 9.30 to put a couple of slates back, the bed needs changing and I have to finish the wrapping

Yesterday we were asked to help supervise the children walking from their school to the church for the school's Nativity Service which was, naturally, fabulous - the donkey kept waving to his parents and one of the kings had terrible trouble with his crown.

Have the best day possible everyone.

Good morning Mick good morning one and all from a crispy cold and dark morning in Cheshire.
Cosy and warm in our little flat. Christmas tree up, porridge on the hob, new trousers hemmed.
A nice walk locally is on the cards weather permitting. Table for two booked this evening at lovely country pub.
Let the festivities commence.
All the best to you all.
PS Mick please do as Georgesgran suggests. See the doctor and tell them everything.

Good morning from a chilly Torbay.

Like others have advised here, Mick, I hope you’ll seek medical advice as soon as possible.

Lovely to see old toys being enjoyed by the next generation, Bellasnana.

Glad you’re sounding better, grandMattie.

Safe travels, brook2704.

A poignant time for your niece, Greyduster.

Yesterday we headed out early to Lidl which was a good idea as it wasn’t too busy. They were selling all the seasonal vegetables at eight pence a bag! Yes, unbelievable. We bought two kilograms of potatoes and 500g of sprouts but parsnips and carrots were also available for the crazy price. There seems to be a vegetable price war going on between some supermarkets.

In the evening I thoroughly enjoyed a lesson of nine readings and carols presented by Torquay Boys' Grammar School at our church. Some lovely singing and clear readings. The least audible were the teachers!!

Have a lovely day whatever you've planned. We’re finally managing to put up the decorations which is very late for me. 🦩🎄🎁🎅🏼🦩

Good morning everyone from a still dark and dry Northampton, but rain forecast this afternoon.

Had a lovely coffee morning yesterday with neighbours - there was indeed home-made cake (Mary Berry's Alternative Christmas Cake, which was delicious.) I have now decided to do her light Christmas Cake tray-bake to take to DD's next week.

Waitrose delivery in the afternoon, with a bottle of their lovely sherry which I have ordered for Christmas!

Intending on getting out to the shops early this morning before the afternoon's rain, so I am giving dance classes a miss today. I need the ingredients for the tray-bake!

Egg and Bombay potato curry for dinner tonight, before going to a neighbour's for a Christmas mulled wine evening. Shall not stay late.

Wishing all busy GNs a pleasant day.

Morning all it’s still dark here in S E Essex.

It’s DH’s birthday today, he didn’t want to do anything fussy so we are going to our favourite Indian place this evening.

The 9yr old slept here last night after his school disco, wasn’t planned but The Imp was tired and fretful after his one earlier. DD decided to take him home rather than wait here, so it was easily for 9yr old to stay here as we live next door but one to the school. DD will bring his uniform here before school (it’s their last day today)

I have gym first thing, and will stay for a cup of tea and mince pie after.

Mick speak to your GP!

Enjoy your day 🎄🤶🏻

Good morning from N Bucks where it is pitch dark and cold.
I have woken up with a large cloud over my head as I heard last night that my only (older) sister passed away yesterday morning in her care home in Canada.
I am finding it hard to process losing my last "blood" relation although in many ways I had lost her 6 or 7 years ago when her advancing Alzheimers led to our emails no longer making sense. My brother in law died in 2023 and apart from her middle son, or rather his wife, I hardly know her family who are spread out all over Canada - some I have never met which is another source of regret. DH's health and other factors meant we/I could never really afford to visit them in their remote part of Nova Scotia and then it was too late as she gradually stopped recognising even her family.
I hope to start rebuilding a relationship with them when the son and his wife come to visit next Summer.
Sorry to bring a downer to the thread, and kind thoughts to you all.

It’s odd you should mention Brio trains, Bellasnana - I have a box in my attic that I decided this morning I would bring down ready for when my nearly three year old great great nephew comes to see me after Christmas. GS had so much fun with them when he was little. Your boys will too, I’m sure.

Good morning from a chilly Black Country.

Pleasant afternoon yesterday at my walking groups Christmas lunch. I had Beef Cheeks, and Ginger Loaf for dessert. Delicious!

Need to pop into town to buy a few items, so I can make a cheesecake and a salted caramel cake next week for Boxing Day at DD's.

Line Dancing Christmas party today. Everyone is taking food to make a buffet. I am taking quiche.

I echo others in here Mick you really must see a Doctor about weight loss.

Wishing you all the best day possible.

Good morning all from the Scottish Borders. Icy underfoot as I left the house in pitch dark.
I'm on the bus with the commuters now on my way to Clydebank for my hospital appointment.
I did a fair bit of reorganisation in the house yesterday after the new ceiling and a major shop.
I won't have everything done by 25th but there'll be food and drink at least.

What a marvel you are gMattie. Supergran medals are available.
🏆 🥇 😃

I agree you shouldn't weigh yourself every day Mick , it's bound to cause anxiety. Speak to your doctor.

Have the best day you can everyone especially those of you in pain or with troubles.

Good morning from Cambridgeshire.
I agree with others on here Mick please get some help regarding your weight loss.

I need to be up early today and get down to our local market. I need holly wreaths for my parents and grandparents graves which I will decorate with fresh flowers. Tomorrow my sister and I will take a trip to deliver the wreaths together and have a lunch out at mum’s favourite garden centre. It is 4 years today since we lost mum but lots of lovely memories.

Brook hope you have a safe trip down to Cambridge and enjoy time with your family. I popped into Cambridge yesterday and it was very quiet everywhere. But then Cambridge parking charges keep lots away and I guess all the students have gone home for 🎄

Have a good day everyone 💐

Sincere condolences Maw on the loss of your dear sister

Maw💐.