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What has given you pleasure today? ( An anti-rant thread).

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chicken Tue 29-Apr-25 14:56:59

While out in town today I had a brief sit down along with various other shoppers of all ages and races. An elderly man dropped a coin under the bench and a young African man leapt into action, ,crawling under the seat to retrieve it for him, then smiled broadly at us all and wished everyone a happy day before heading off. It really lifted my spirits.

Jaxjacky Fri 02-May-25 11:13:39

That’s dreadful chicken I would take a screen shot and report it, as Allira says very cowardly.
Unfortunately there are some nasty people about.

Allira Fri 02-May-25 10:33:51

chicken how unpleasant, and cowardly of them too. If they wanted to say something, they could have said it on the thread.

African can describe someone or something from the Continent of Africa, just as European can for someone or something from Europe, Asia, etc. covering a wide range of peoples, countries, culture etc.

Perhaps you should have asked him exactly where he was from!

chicken Fri 02-May-25 10:27:45

I've just received a PM accusing me of being a nasty racist for describing the kind young man in my OP as African. If he'd been Japanese or American I would have said so to paint the picture. I feel so hurt and upset and it certainly hasn't improved what is one of my ill days. Why are some people so unkind, spoiling all those lovely responses, so many happy moments?

Witzend Fri 02-May-25 09:02:49

LadyGaGa

My step grandchildren calling me Grandma and wanting to spend time
with me. I love it when it’s my biological grandchildren, but somehow with my SGC it makes me feel so blessed that they have chosen to do that 🥰

How lovely, LadyGaga.

eazybee Fri 02-May-25 06:21:21

A walk to a pretty viewpoint which I first visited 35 years ago and a picnic in the sun, then delicious ice-cream on the way home. Mowed the front lawn (very badly) but I did it without strangling myself with the cable.
Today the back lawn.

Catterygirl Fri 02-May-25 00:25:05

Grammaretto,

I took two Samsonite suitcases to the British Heart Foundation and two teenage girls told us they didn’t accept suitcases or indeed any of the quality clothing inside. We were so disappointed.

LadyGaGa Thu 01-May-25 23:30:42

My step grandchildren calling me Grandma and wanting to spend time
with me. I love it when it’s my biological grandchildren, but somehow with my SGC it makes me feel so blessed that they have chosen to do that 🥰

RillaofIngleside Thu 01-May-25 23:22:56

Going to the gym this afternoon and being able to do my stretches and weights. I love that I still feel fit and strong at 69. My dad still danced at 89 and I hope to match him!

Dogmum2 Thu 01-May-25 23:13:19

My lovely hairdresser told me today she is pregnant. I have been going to her for years and it made me so happy to see her delight and to hear her relay the delight of her family.

4xGranny Thu 01-May-25 22:38:53

Spending the day with my husband(79). So many people I know no longer have their husbands so every day is a bonus.

Mollygo Thu 01-May-25 22:04:57

DGS made an unexpected visit this afternoon. He gave the dog an extra run across the fields. Then when we asked if he’d like to stay for dinner he offered to make it for us.
I feel relaxed.

Tenko Thu 01-May-25 20:13:57

Yesterday I met up with one of my oldest friends . We walked our dogs through a glorious bluebell wood and the dogs had a wonderful time in the river . They are all labs and labs love water .

Witzend Thu 01-May-25 19:47:43

Dd just sent a video of Gdd2 (5)and all the other little ones doing a Maypole Dance at school. ❤️. Dh and I would have gone to watch only we had a pre- arranged lunch with my Dbro and SiL.

Allira Thu 01-May-25 19:31:48

kittylester

Love that chicken, Allira.

So easy peasy!

ViceVersa Thu 01-May-25 19:09:36

mabon1

Bit snobbish

What is? Please enlighten us?

kittylester Thu 01-May-25 18:50:14

Love that chicken, Allira.

cosyathome Thu 01-May-25 18:45:50

On hearing that Lidl have their corporate eyes on a plot on the edge of our small town, at last, and the delirious notion that Aldi, with FOMO, will follow suit and open up on the other side of this town, starved of choice that we are.
Then, rummaging in the freezer for chicken, found a box of 3 almond Magnum, had one immediately, I had forgotten how good they are

Pantglas2 Thu 01-May-25 18:38:36

We walked along the beach before coming home for lunch and settled in the garden to read all afternoon- a glorious day 🌞

Allira Thu 01-May-25 18:35:26

mabon1

Bit snobbish

What? Having a bbq? A glass of wine? A cuddle from a grandchild? Celebrating Beltane? confused

Oh, I suppose if the food came from Waitrose 😁
Waitrose Ginger, Coriander and lime chicken is in the oven.

Allira Thu 01-May-25 18:32:34

Sat in the shade with a glass of wine.
I wish you hadn't said that!

No, I can wait until tomorrow!
Enjoy 🍷

Actually, there are a few thundery clouds appearing.

mabon1 Thu 01-May-25 18:28:31

Bit snobbish

Lesley60 Thu 01-May-25 17:32:58

I’m looking after my 6 year grandson for a few days and when his Grampy brings him home from school and he gives me the biggest cuddle it fills me with joy and happiness

Whitewavemark2 Thu 01-May-25 17:30:50

This glorious weather. This is the third barbecue we have had this year. Just waiting for the right temperature to barbecue a couple of rump steaks. Sat in the shade with a glass of wine.

Days to remember.

travelsafar Thu 01-May-25 13:32:56

Going to the dentist yesterday for check up and getting the all clear.
Being out in the beautiful weather and sitting on a seat under a magnificent oak tree listening to the birds......heavenly 😊

Ziggy62 Thu 01-May-25 12:36:31

Today is Beltane, I've made Beltane lemonade, bought flowers to decorate the house and have a bbq planned for later