Hallo again GN's and thanks for your comments, I return a bit victorious, a bit deflated and very weary!! I wasnt sure the best way to go to the new Aldi as we have several railway crossings to add to the decision which way to go to. Put it in the satnav and it threw a wobbly declaring there was no such post code and offerering me many other places far and wide, Anyway I arrived in time to join the others waiting for the door to be openened by a paraolympic I was told, but didnt recognise anyone. Anyway, was there in time for the opening, and true to their word we were each given a paper to exchange for a small bag of fruit and veg which were waiting at the side after the checkouts. Due to never having an Aldi near me before I was a newbie altogether. First thing to learn that they dont have loyalty cards or disability buggies, but their aisles are wide enough to get down safely in one. So had to take one of the shallow trollies that I could lean against on the way round .That actually turned out to be a tick tick for me, as I now feel a little less stressed about the new buggy as it will have to be the thing to use there without a doubt. Wouldnt trust the yellow peril that far.
Then it is simpler as no messing about with loyalty cards etc, just pay by cash or card and that was fine. I thanked some of the assistants who helped me, and met a group of the bosses, both the new local one and the district boss too, and complimented them on a very good start, but did warn them about the satnav not working properly and advised them that they might either get on to the road people or in their next advert mention it was near such and such a roundabout, that most people know to save hassle. Anyway got my shopping and received my free little bag. One slightly sour note, - which neither the assistant nor I let him get away with - the offer was for the first 30 customers who got the little free bags and were given a paper to exchange for it. A very cheeky man , who had come in afterwards calmly paid for his goods and walked across to the free bags and picked one up, but between the assistant and my very teacher like and piercing voice, reminding him that he needed the paper to exchange for the bag, he hastily put it back on the correct place and said he "thought there was one for everyone" patently not true as by this time there was only about 7 left.
So it did at least mean that for once being awake early was in my favour. Even more because it was quite close to a very nice garden centre, where I have a card which owed me a free coffee, and so I was very pleased to go there, sit with my coffee, get in touch with a couple of people and have a little break before time to go off to the womens group.
Sadly the yoga lady was ill and so did not come, but actually we did ok as one of the other ladies has taught a bit of yoga in the past and we sat round and did some good breathing exercises and calmed down. Then I took over and we went on from that to talk of again breathing but related to singing. so firstly I had them taking deep breaths and then simply singing on one held note until all the breath was gone. Ver y
calming and concentrating, which fitted in with the previous bit. To finish off I got them all singing "while shepherds watch" but to the yorkshire tune of "ilkley moor baht at". Some had heard it before others never, but they enjoyed it and it certainly goes at more of a lick, if you are going round carol singers and can walk quite quickly to the next bit. So several were planning to go home and relay this to their families etc. So it was all very pleasant and we talked of our next weeks grand meal we are arranging, and of course it was time for buying some raffle tickets for the hampers and the christmas cakes 2 of them provided etc. I wished them all a free car parking space or a bus to come along quickly as I left!
Returned home but not before I had been to the post office, where I had taken all my hoarded 1st and 2nd stamps that I had found hidden in a drawer, only to find that I have to contact the royal mail on line cant just exchange them despite waiting for ages in the queue. Oh well did my best.
Now looking forward to receiving my new buggy and thank you for your comments. Slightly scared in case when it arrives, I feel that I have the wrong one, or cant use it or something stupid, but it is just that being on your own to make a big decision, I know. Well they have told me that it is all checked out etc and will arrive tomorrow pm I think, but I will be leaping in at the deep end, because the following day, it is going into the car and I shall hopefully get to Saltburn in one piece to see all the ice sculpture. Fingers crossed!
Hoping all your day has gone better and that things will improve for Marydoll. What a pity little miss kleptomaniac cant take away a lot of the bugs for you. Hope you had a good day with her anyway. She sounds quite a character and I am sure gives you something to smile about when days are tough. Take care and have a good evening all
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Good morning everyone from sunny Lancashire. It feels very mild outside.
MrB and I have been for a slightly different walk around the marina today as I needed to post a letter.
Still nothing from my doctor regarding my recent blood results. I have had to submit an online appointment request regarding a different problem so they should be contacting me about that. We shall see!
I’m thinking of our poorly grans and those with troubles, as always.
Wishing you all a good day, whatever you’re doing 🦩🦩🦩
Good morning Mick and everyone.
I'm looking forward to a catch up phone call from an Oxfordshire friend this morning.
Yesterday I coffee and lunch with an old Shropshire friend.
Later on this morning I shall finish off the Christmas cards and go to the post. I've posted the bulk of cards already.
Thinking of FGT MD DF and all who are finding life difficult to cope with. 
Good morning from breezy South Lanarkshire.
Yesterday’s nursery outing went well. The weather was fine for our walk to the church where the children were told the story of the first Christmas. They enjoyed the singing, Away in a Manger gets me every time.
I’ve a few wee bits and bobs to get so I’ve press ganged DH into going to the shops, his reward will be a coffee and a mince pie. He’s easily bought! 
I’m having my hair cut later, I’m quite nervous as I’ve decided it’s too long so may have a fair chunk of it chopped off but then again I may chicken out once I’m in the chair.
Thank you Karma, we do enjoy making them.
MD I’m always impressed by how much you manage to get done despite your health issues.
Beautiful photo Georgesgran.
Have the best day possible everyone.
Good morning all from the Scottish Borders. Blowing a hoolie!
I have yoga this morning followed by u3a social this afternoon and ceilidh dancing tonight.
Yesterday I managed to book my 8 leg return trip to the outer Hebrides in January. Its very cheap for me on bus and ferry, so if it all has to be cancelled, I won't lose much. Reminds me I still haven't claimed for the delayed train ticket.
I must be too rich
Beautiful sky Georgesgran
The car trips and changes of meds sound horrendous, Marydoll I hope having your DGD to distract you make up for it. I think you should write a book. You write so well.
I began the c cards last night by making a list and doing the ones for abroad! Stamps are another huge expense. I may do an e card after all.
My Helper wants to go to Malta next Bella after hearing it's 21°.
Hoping everyone has a happy day.
Thought you might like this - the phone camera doesn’t capture all the colour. Absolutely magnificent!!
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