Good Morning Sunday 7th December 2025

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Good morning from a wet Bristol. Weather warnings or rain for today until Wednesday….
The hurst as tree decoration went well - I think we have made it abundantly clear who we are! It’s colourful.
Had a hit chocolate in the village with my AgeUK friend, then back to the very cold church for coffee and chat.
The heating solution, which was apparently simple, has become complicated with insurance rules. This will probably mean that, instead of having the heating done and dusted by February, it will now be some unknown date in the future. A real pity.
The rest of the day quiet.
Hugs to the fgts and md, prayers for everyone, especially the mountaineers.
Carpe diem 🦩🦩🦩🦩

…hurst at.= Christmas tree! Blooming auto correct 🤬 (and my fault for not proof reading!)

Good morning from Malta where a sunny day is forecast with a high of 17°C.

Not a very exciting day yesterday but did some laundry, stripped the bed etc. so not entirely wasted.

Had a lovely long FaceTime with DD2 and DGD as they drove to Kentucky for softball practice. It’s cold now so they were going to an indoor facility. Quite a change from when they lived in Florida but they are much happier living in Tennessee.

Mass this morning, chat with my pal in Leicester and later my nephew is phoning as we haven’t had a catch up for a while.

I’ve also got Winston the grand-cat back in residence so am enjoying having him around.

Well done with the Christmas tree grandMattie, you do work hard.

Wishing a good day to all.☀️

Good morning everyone 👋 and thank you all for your birthday greetings on my Biblical achievement (my holiday companion made sure everyone in the restaurant knew, with large ‘70’ candles he’d brought along…🤦‍♀️🤬). Hope your daughter had a good day too Gingster!

We have lashings of sunshine at last so sending 🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞🌞 it along to those in need - yes Georgesgran, fill your boots! I’m not looking forward to rain when I return on Wednesday so save some for me please…

A peaceful Sunday for all especially those with troubles x

Good morning from s somerset, rain and grim today

Yesterday was so calm, peaceful and productive in my house. I wore my new denim skirt and warm blue top. They felt different when I put them on, too stiff but they mellowed and I was so comfortable and warm all day long. First time I have ever made a denim skirt and the fabric will get even better with time. Fit was perfect so that is me sorted, with another `go to` pattern

Shepherd skirt is almost done, just the buttons and hem left and I padded the waist on my dressform, so I could actually hang the skirt

My DDs took part in a trail race together, one came first out of all the ladies and one second in the over 50 group. They are both elated. I feel that in time we will all end up back in S Wales, close together but not for a few years at least. Moving with jobs split us up

So life goes on, albeit quietly just now and the rain can batter the windows while I get on with my sewing, knitting and making meals for myself. Any exercise today will be indoors

Have a good day

Good morning from a dull and damp Black Country.

No real plans today. MrJ is going over to a cafe to pay deposits for his cycle club Chistmas ride. So I may go over for the drive and can pop into Mums on the way back. He has now been voted onto the Committee! Good luck with that said I

Really must get on and sign cards and sort out birthdays, as DD's is 18th December, and DS's 29th! How I managed that I do not know! DS will be 50! Then Mums is 3rd January.

Happy belated Birthday Pantglas hope you had a lovely day and are enjoying your holiday. Two years since I hit 70 and it has whizzed by!

Wishing you all a lovely day

Good morning, another very wet day for us here in south Glos - my nearly new waterproof coat for dog walking apparently isn’t so…..I got soaked yesterday morning. I’ll try reproofing it but not that hopeful.
I’ve been awake since just after midnight, I had two hours sleep 😵‍💫) so it’s just as well I don’t have anything on today. I’ve finished reading my book and started another, had three cups of coffee (caffeine doesn’t keep me awake) and I’ll be ready for bed by mid afternoon!
I’m looking forward to DS, DDIL and the DGSs coming for the weekend of my birthday just before Christmas, I haven’t seen them since February I think?
Best wishes to everyone 🌹

Morning from a wet S Hants, forecast for the next few days looks similar.
Yesterday was newspaper, a walk the driving granddaughter to work.
Today we need to start sorting out our tree, it’s in water outside, a practice run of sitting it in the holder.
Meat draw later, gammon will be in the slow cooker.
Have a pleasant day all.
FGT
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Good morning from South Lanarkshire where the forecast is for rain, sadly.

Karma I envy your dressmaking ability.

Yesterday’s Angel Drop went well, it was a calm, mild morning there were several posts on the local Facebook group later in the day from people saying how much they love finding one of the angels. There were just five of us and we went for breakfast afterwards in one of the cafés.

Today is the annual outdoor Reindeer Day with stalls, music, Santa and visiting reindeer installed in the ‘washing green’ which is a little park where people could hang their washing to dry. The washing line poles are still in place.

I think I’ll write cards this afternoon.

Have the best day possible everyone.

Good morning from a dark, dry NE,
Slept better, no pacing the floor during the night.
DS and GD visited yesterday afternoon after her voluntary work in the charity shop.
She took herself into the study and did her homework until dinner was ready, ate and returned to her homework.
At 9 pm she relocated to the music room and played the piano for an hour.
On Friday she had been to Leeds, a school shopping trip. Her sister is at Leeds university and met up with her too. She sent a video of GD2 playing a street piano.
Today I will dress the Christmas tree, green and gold this year. DS tried to volunteer GD and her friend to dress the tree but she has such a busy life it is not fair to make her travel the 45 minutes again today.
DD will be signing a contract tomorrow for a new job which will commence in February. I am so relieved that she left the previous one, the boss was awful. Her health suffered as a result.
Being at home for two months has allowed her to oversee the repair work after the water damage.
Thoughts are with poorly people.

The photos aren’t mine. The husband of one of our group is our photographer.

Good morning, Michael and all GNs. Still dark in South Yorkshire and it’s going to be a wet day. DD is running the annual Percy Pud this morning and I could have wished for better weather for her and her friends.
DS came down yesterday and we had a lovely day. We went out to lunch and I had specifically asked for a table with leg room but we were stuck in a corner with hardly room to move. He’s a big lad and I’ve got a dicky leg. However, the food was very good and he’s never short of something to say. He fetched down my Christmas trees, put up the larger of the two in the conservatory and put the lights on it before he went home. I will spend some time today decorating it and deciding which of the other decorations I will bother with this year.
Today I shall do a small shop at Aldi, put petrol in the car and spend the rest of the day resting my painful foot. It feels slightly better this morning, but I haven’t been on it for very long so we’ll see when I try and wear my shoes.
Have the best day you can, folks.

Morning Mick, morning All from a very wet corner of Somerset.

A day at home ahead, quiet until the new sofa arrives this afternoon, thankfully it will be fully encased in plastic.

This morning I may interfere with Mr C’s jigsaw, or finally get to sorting a couple of shelves which are all too handy in one of those I’ll put it there for now moments. That way there will be room for more . Some indoor exercise and exercises too, the joints are stiff.

Sounds an excellent birthday pantglas, please send some sunshine this way. It’s sorely missed here.

Have the best day you can everyone.

Those angels are wonderful baubles.

Good morning from N. Bucks where we are hoping the rain is not too bad as it is our ‘Dickens’ day. Stalls and entertainment.food and Christmas trees plus local shops all open. It is always a busy day.
We and our friends will be having a mooch around and then have a table booked for lunch. Then around to the church where I am singing in a choir as part of the entertainment.
All 3 of our DDs and families will be joining us there and afterwards for tea and cake at our house.
Thoughts with those who are poorly or troubled and a good day wished for all.

Good morning from a wet W Kent
Hopefully a quiet day today I will decorate the tree at some point
Love your Angels baubles
Best wishes

Thank you baubles they look smashing.

Good morning everyone from mid Essex. I think it’s damp outside, rain forecast for the day and most of the week I think.
I didn’t go out yesterday, but had plenty to occupy me indoors. I changed the bedclothes, including the duvet cover, washed them and dried them in the tumble drier.
I started to put the decorations on the Christmas tree, but have left some for the DGDs to do if they come over today. I finished wrapping their presents, and some treats for the dog. Most others will have vouchers, so just need to get those.

I’m glad you have some sunshine pantglas please pack some in your case to bring home with you!

roses 2 hours sleep just isn’t enough is it, take it easy and have an early night! I did a little better as I had 4 hours, then woke at 3.00 and dozed until 7.00 when I got up. I was too warm and comfortable in bed to get up any earlier.

I need to get started on the Christmas cards - I’ve been saying that for about a week, so it’s crunch time now! I’ll need to clear space on the table first.

Thinking of those who are struggling, may Sunday bring some relief for you.

Have as good a day as possible everyone, stay dry!

Good morning all from Polmont where it's currently 7° and drizzle. Baubles the angels are lovely and such a good idea. GrandMattie I like your tree.
Yesterday I bought some Christmas presents at the garden centre. They have a really good selection. Then home to do the housework. I inadvertently ordered another case of wine-honestly- and it arrived later. So everything is sorted for me to put up the tree.
Today I intend to nip to Next for more presents then spend the rest of the day doing the decorations and tree. I meant to write cards yesterday but that didn't happen. So card writing today and an ironing. Have a good day all.

Good morning all. 8deg.and heavy rain is our forecast for today in Glasgow.

An indoor day foutering around with a choice of tasks if I feel industrious or alternatively have a lazy day once basic housework is done. Driving license to renew online.

Best wishes to all for a pleasant Sunday.

Good morning all from a wet Glasgow, where it is 9°C.

I have been wandering about since 4am. Those blooming steroids are wreaking havoc with my brain. Soup made, Sunday dinner prepped, cooker steam cleaned, sympathy cards written etc, etc, etc. I am exhausted!

Yesterday's plans were demolished in an instant by the arrival of Antonette Kleptomaniac and DS2.
I had taken only one bite out of my breakfast, when I spotted DS' car. Where do you go when your wife has gone on a Girl Guide trip and left you holding the baby? Your mother's of course!

The doorbell rang again and I heard BabyD shouting Auntie, it was DD and SIL.
Eventually I told them to entertain themselves, I had my weekly meds to sort, have my injection, do the bulletin, wash my hair and the rest.
I cannot complain about seeing them, I love having them here.
The biggest joy of all, was when I saw DS, phone in hand, tinkering with the still broken coffee machine. He fixed it, where de Longhi had failed. DH was ecstatic and hopefully not as grumpy, now that he can get a coffee hit! 😉

At 1pm, I was still in my jammies, no hair washed and due to go out at 2pm. 🙈 BabyD had refused to go homecand insisted that *Gaga was making her lunch. ♥️
By the time I got to church I was rather late.
In the sacristy, I found the most beautiful Christmas card from an elderly parishioner. I hardly know the lady, but always try to help her as she struggles.
The sentiments inside brought a tear to my eye, they were so unexpected. One thinks that we are unappreciated, how wrong I was.

After going round locking up, I got to the church porch, to find part of the ceiling plaster had come down. It must have happened after Mass, thank goodness. What a mess. 😱
One hour later, the young sacristan and I had cleaned most of it. Of course, there was no sign of a priest!!!

The drug review fiasco continues. I realised I was running short of BP medication, but was sure I had ordered it. On checking, I found all nineteen meds have been blocked!1🤬
If I were to wait for the only available appointmentment, I would be more than a week without them. To make nutters more serious, I was told my BP is extremely high at present.
If I disappear from GN, just assume I am dead.
Today, I will prepare my very concise and scathing e-consult for tomorrow.

The trees, which should have gone up on Friday, are going up today. Consequently, DH will have our annual festive fallout. He is the most disorganised, untidy, fouterer, I have ever come across. 😉

Enjoy all your activities today and my very best wishes for all our mountaineers and their carers.

I love the angels baubles, what a lovely thing to do to cheer people in these dark winter days.

Good morning Mick and all GN's on a very dark , still, morning in North Yorkshire. But at least cant hear any rain at the moment and it doesnt feel quite as cold, so hoping for a bit better day. I am having yet another creaking start to the day, but hoping with a bit of luck and some painkillers to get myself showered and dressed soon, as want to do a bit of basic housework stuff and then am going to go to a little christmas market in sowerby, which is on this morning, all local people at the stalls so not sure exactly what will be there, but a start to a christmasy feeling, which I hope will galvanise me into making more of an effort with christmas letters etc.

Yesterday, plodded around doing various bits and pieces, and had an early sandwich so that I got down to the village hall in the village for the Marie curie event. Glad I got there early so that I could get parked in the small carpark and not have to walk very far. It was all very well run and the ladies doing the coffees and mince pies and running the stalls all wearing their bright yellow Marie Cure tops. I was glad to see it was well attended, and I had raffle tickets for both the draw one with different prizes and then the lovely hamper one, which looked lovely. (I am assuming that I won nothing as no one rang me with the great news that I was the winner.) Anyway lots of goodies, home made jam and lemon curd, fresh cakes scones and biscuits, but no home made meringues to tempt me, and various christmassy decorations etc and books, so took me quite a while to look at all the stalls and fortunately went back to the christmassy one and found a treasure. Some lovely oak and slate plant labels, sturdy to put in the soil with the pen to write on the slate. A lady told me she was an RHS member like me and very keen gardener. Her husband who was not a carpenter, but had seen his grandad doing things a lot had found the oak wood and decided to have a go. They were really good and I said if he did any more I would be interested in buying them and she could contact me through the whist drive group. They would make a lovely present I think and for £5 a great find to be useful for a long time.

The sky is lightening just a little now and I can see the outline of the tree. So only plan to go to the little market and then home to enjoy radio 3 music and make an effort to do a bit of sorting out.

Glad your trip went well Mick, shame about the weather. Your tree looked good grandMattie, shame about the heating situation. I wonder if one of the other churches in your area could arrange for you to have at least a couple of your meetings in their warm rooms? We used to do things like that when necessary and when one church was being sort of restored for a long time it was organised so that that church had services in the afternoon after our one. Dont know if that would be possible or allowed or even wanted but just an idea. Pantglas how lucky to be having sunshine, as another birthday present and hope you enjoy the rest of the stay before returning to our rather gloomy weather.Karmalady you have got that skirt done in record time, well done. RoseandLilac hope you have a drier day today, and perhaps manage a nap later this morning.

Wishing everyone a calm and peaceful day

So only went to that, and not on to anything else as I was weary and there was so much needed sorting at home and I didnt feel up to doing much but read quite a lot of my Yorkshire post. The evening improved listening to the opera from New York so a good day really.

Good morning from a less cold day on the Essex coast.
DH is off to rugby in an hour, an away game.
I shall potter until midday then drive to the club and DH will meet me there.
Football to watch when we get back.
S has been in and out of hospital these last few weeks and has been diagnosed with two other chronic illnesses as well as asthma.
I'm going to stay with them on Wednesday and so looking forward to going. DD1 is really struggling and S's ill health is having such an impact on all of them.
I hope everyone has a pleasant Sunday, best wishes to all xx