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fancythat Sat 12-Apr-25 11:29:45

There seems to be a need for it!

Post here what you are doing, if your day is boring.

I, and some others, will still find it interesting.

Kate54 Sat 12-Apr-25 15:45:25

Thanks for starting the thread and pleased it amuses - just wanted to re-state from an earlier thread that it’s a light hearted antidote to anyone suffering, if only occasionally, from GM thread envy!
Meanwhile, I’m considering chopping back a rosemary plant which has seen better days but will probably put the kettle on instead and watch another episode of MAFSUK….

JamesandJon33 Sat 12-Apr-25 15:31:42

Pouring here

rafichagran Sat 12-Apr-25 15:20:53

Washed and hung my sheets out, housework, shower, drove to one if the towns nearest me, had coffee and a snack.
Home now partner chatting to and watching cricket.

GrannyGravy13 Sat 12-Apr-25 15:07:54

I have been to Aldi, had a fried egg sandwich for breakfast on my return.

Have sewn on two swimming badges on GS’s swimming towel.

My parcel from Sosander arrived so I tried in the dresses, yippee they fit.

Other than that just scrolling and doing jigsaws on my iPad.

DH has been pruning and trimming in the garden.

I love a boring day with nothing planned.

merlotgran Sat 12-Apr-25 14:50:27

This thread is making me laugh. DD came round for coffee this morning but I forgot she was coming. When the doorbell rang I thought she was an Amazon delivery. Her face was a picture when I opened the door and just stared at her open mouthed. She reckons I must be getting dementia if I can’t recognise my own daughter but my mind was on other things like watering the potted plants.

I’ve defrosted some turkey mince for supper but I now have to think of what to do with it. Probably a quick curry in the electric pressure cooker.

I might watch the 1% Club tonight to see if my brain has woken up.

Judy54 Sat 12-Apr-25 14:23:51

Just been for my Spring Covid vaccination this morning! Have put some washing on and looking forward to sitting down with a nice cuppa soon.

Feelingmyage55 Sat 12-Apr-25 14:18:18

I am doing all the tasks I avoided in order to sit out in the garden. Some days the repetitiveness is irritating, other days, soothing.
I suggested to DH that he cook the evening meal twice weekly, then one weekly when I saw his face. Not happening. Sigh.
Off to plant some seeds to cheer myself up.

whywhywhy Sat 12-Apr-25 14:14:02

SueDonim

Cleaning out the cats’ litter tray.

Hope your day is as good as mine! grin

That’s sounds like my perfect day because I would love a cat. 🐱

Sar53 Sat 12-Apr-25 13:58:55

We took a couple of bags of DH's suits, hardly worn, but now he is retired he doesn't need 10 suits anymore, to the charity shop.
He dropped me home and I've made some scones and now watching football.
When it's finished I will probably read.

blossom14 Sat 12-Apr-25 13:43:52

Just sprayed front door lock with WD40. I have been thinking about doing this as it has been sticking since the end of January.
It took me this long to remember where WD40 was.
Boring but no longer struggle to lock /unlock door.

SueDonim Sat 12-Apr-25 13:38:37

Cleaning out the cats’ litter tray.

Hope your day is as good as mine! grin

AGAA4 Sat 12-Apr-25 13:26:24

Washing done. Had a walk and met a couple of dogs. Made lunch and watched an episode of Wisting.
Boring but I like this sort of day.

JamesandJon33 Sat 12-Apr-25 13:18:21

On the computer doing amendments for a book. Only 281 pages to go.

Mollygo Sat 12-Apr-25 13:17:39

Yesterday was a boring day. The excitement of deciding which bin two old mats belonged in was as good as it got.
Today was Covid jab day. Lots of excited pensioners queueing up at 08.30, so that’s a slight improvement.

Millie22 Sat 12-Apr-25 13:17:23

Eating a cheese and cucumber sandwich.

Thrilling 😂

whywhywhy Sat 12-Apr-25 13:14:58

It’s our wedding anniversary today and hubby won’t make it to the next if he doesn’t cut out the sarcasm!!!!! I’m going to sort out my wool stash. Going out for a meal later so this is one of my least boring days but it’s a great thread. Take care everyone. I’m sure men are from another blooming planet!!!!
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Hellogirl1 Sat 12-Apr-25 13:11:20

My days are all quite boring, I can`t go out unless someone takes me, so rarely leave the house. My daughter brought round an application form for Attendance Allowance, I`ve started to fill it in, but there are 30 odd pages, so I`m doing it in stages.
Haven`t a clue what to have to eat today, the freezer is fairly amply stocked, but don`t feel like cooking just for me. There is a frozen ready meal shepherds pie, may have that, I`m a lazy mare, lol!

Grandmabatty Sat 12-Apr-25 12:57:59

Washing is out and nearly dry. I've been out for breakfast with a friend. Now scrolling on internet. I've just received a bouquet of flowers from my friend's partner and his sister because mum died last week and I realised I've run out of vases. There will be something boring for dinner when I can be bothered looking in the fridge.
My days are filled with small things but I'm generally content

Casdon Sat 12-Apr-25 12:54:52

A day at home for me too today. I’ve been to Morrisons, dropped my son off, and just planted some nigella. Later I’m planning to clean the patio. Not very exciting, but I’m happy, I like days with no plans.

Aveline Sat 12-Apr-25 12:52:42

I was so happy to wake up this morning to a pretty blank day. Lots of time to read the papers, compulsively complete the crosswords and relax into a blissful TV binge. Boring but just what I like.

teabagwoman Sat 12-Apr-25 12:50:55

I’ve dealt with my Tesco delivery and hung the washing out twice! I’d just got it all out the first time when the whirligig line folded itself up. Someone mentioned on another thread going for some Anglo Saxon therapy, there was a lot of that! Having a rest now and feeling guilty about a pile of paperwork that isn’t going to get done this afternoon.

sodapop Sat 12-Apr-25 12:47:21

Due to a health problem I have to slow down a lot. This means all household jobs take longer so my day is filled in slow motion. The upside is that during rest periods I can read a few chapters of my book. Glass half full.

fancythat Sat 12-Apr-25 12:44:34

Anniebach

I live in a nursing home, each day the same,

I didnt realise that you are in a nursing home.
I have not been in a nursing home before and seen anyone on a computer. Good for you.

tanith Sat 12-Apr-25 12:42:52

I’ve had a walk and spent time in the garden emptying pots with dead plants in and using pliers and WD40 to dismantle a bird feeder so the the bits will fit in my car when I do a dump run. Now I’m hanging out bedding and putting another load on. It’s lovely in the garden Anniebach can you go outside to enjoy the Spring sun and sounds?

fancythat Sat 12-Apr-25 12:41:43

Crumbs, I have come back to this and there are now 16 posts!