Good Morning Thursday 9th April 2026

Good morning everyone from RIP van Winkle in the south of Manchester where it’s sunny and dry (for now). I have no plans but as always another bit of bereavement admin to tackle on line. Every time I think I’ve finished someone contacts me …
I do think this is the very last bit though, finalising a few details concerning Himself’s private pension. Get this bit done and then some money might appear in the current account. I hope so.

First to enjoy my second TiB and read all your posts. So many too - over 50 of them! This has become a very popular start to the day for many people now. Thank you Mick.

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Meant to say, trust your husband is alright Marydoll
His funny turn will have you anxious.

Same here uttb 😦

It’s all back to normal here, cold, pouring with rain and the heating is back on.

Such a late good morning from Durham. Heavily clouded, but not too cool. Week 3 of this virus and I’m bl**dy well sick of it.
Really just wanted to say I’m pleased you’ve confided in those you trust Roses. As for Macmillan?? Marmite as far as I’m concerned, but others have a different opinion.
Hope your DH is ok MD, at least he’s agreed to be checked out.

Best wishes to all. X

A late Good morning from me again.
I still don’t feel on top of things so I determined to do some necessary jobs before switching on my IPad.
Not so warm today , in fact yesterday was hot but I sat in all day reading and resting.
I have showered and washed my hair so far as well as sorting a rather large laundry load.
I see some of you are still enjoying the Easter break away or with family and friends so I hope you continue to enjoy.
Roses my thoughts are with you as you face your journey.

Good morning all from the west midlands. A relatively quiet day here today, thank goodness. DH is out shopping, flirting with all & sundry! Whilst myself & dogface are very busy doing nothing, quite honestly. Apart from wondering if we can slip in elevenses before lunch.
Wishing everyone the the best day possible. 🌞

For ladies who like The White Company, you might like to know they often have clearance events across the UK at racecourses, via the Jockey Club. Huge huge reductions. I’ve been several times with my daughter to the one at Esher and it’s like a giant upmarket jumble sale! Alternatively the outlet stores are good at Bicester, Gunwharf Quays in Portsmouth, or the one at Gloucester which I’ve not been to.

I think they are expanding because our nearest large town also has a store opening in May!

And another one...

It was beautiful.

We have Whte Company store here.
I go in, just to smell the room fragrances.

Loch Lomond yesterday.

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GG13 we too have a newly opened White Company store in the Trafford Centre I took this photo when I was in last week. It’s spacious and I was sorely tempted but resisted buying anything. I need to get a better handle on my (new to me) finances before I buy stuff just yet.

I confess to having a White Company addiction, unfortunately DS4 has inherited it also 😹😹😹

I love their large candles, always have the winter one and the Christmas smelling one, I need (ok I don’t need but want) one of the summer scented ones.

My wardrobes are an advert to their marketing skills 🙀🙀🙀

Good Morning from a dull Co Armagh, when I started reading this thread the sun was at full strength!
I’m glad you have support Roses 💐
Marydoll , I hope your OH is ok , you will have a job getting him to look after himself !

GG13 we too have a newly opened White Company store in the Trafford Centre I took this photo when I was in last week. It’s spacious and I was sorely tempted but resisted buying anything. I need to get a better handle on my (new to me) finances before I buy stuff just yet.

A later good morning from a cloudy, but warm, Northampton. Slept in quite late today, but I shall need to get my skates on as Sainsbury's is delivering shortly.

Yesterday was lovely; two loads of washing washed and dried on the line, bed remade. After lunch the dentist for a check-up, all clear there and an appointment made for 6 months.

Sat in the garden when I got home, and the cats came out with me - they are house cats and don't go out on their own; they were very happy, did a garden inspection, ate lots of grass and then just sat in the sun for an hour. I managed to read a fair bit of my book on Kindle.

Not much planned for today: a Sainsbury's delivery, then may cut the grass this afternoon. Things need doing indoors, but I'd rather be outside when it's fine... #lazygran..

Wishing all a pleasant day.

Forgot the pic I need to wake up….

I’m late on parade after 10 hours of sleep following yesterday’s deep body massage!

Good morning everyone from south Manchester where it’s cooler today. Dry at present but showers are forecast and only 13°C expected.

I’m still enjoying my TiB but will be setting off to the jewellers mid morning. (Where I sold my gold bits and bobs). Himself’s wedding ring has been sized to fit on my right hand, my eternity ring mended and my favourite fan bracelet given to me by my darling mum just before she died has been altered with the fastening easier for me to do now I’m on my own. See pic of the bracelet I think it’s lovely.

Then this evening friends (who are neighbours in Málaga which is where we originally met) are coming over from Bolton. We last saw them in March last year when Himself was well and able to drive. It all seems a lifetime ago now. So much water under the bridge but I am really looking forward to seeing them and we shall meet in the pub at 5pm then go for a curry. They love the buzz of Urmston with all the choices of venue!

Good morning all from the Scottish Borders. Summer was yesterday 😞

I'm expecting the last of the pots made by the 3rd agers to be collected this morning and then it's yoga.

I managed with a lot of help from a passing friend to rip apart a sprung mattress and a foam one and take them in bags to the local recycling centre in my new car.
The council charge £70 per uplift so I saved quite a bit.

Like you Madeleine, I have had bank troubles this week.
For me it was trying to re-establish mobile banking since my WiFi provider has changed.
I tried online but was so frustrated, I asked the chat bot if I could speak to a human!

You can speak to my human colleague. Hooray! She guided me through 4 passwords until I could see my own account.

I am glad Roses that you are getting support.

Happy birthday to the twins Bella

Have a pleasant day everyone.

Good morning all and the beautiful weather continues.

DH’s procedure went well and the hospital was a pleasure . It’s a primary health care place. Newish, clean and efficient. Cab driver waited for us outside in the sunshine. He’s a good chap.

DH is very sore now so I must go out soon and get stronger pain killers. Also walk into town to make an appointment at the gp’s for stitch removal on the 22nd.

We need a bit of food shopping too. DIL asked if I’d like to go with her but I don’t need much and the local shops will suffice.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO YOUR CHEEKY CHAPS Bellasnanna.
Those 4 years have sped by.🥳.

Roses I’m glad you have support from friends and family.🌺.

Take care all ☀️

Hello and good morning LaCrepescule
You certainly live in a beautiful town. 👋🌺

Good morning from a sunny day on the Essex coast.
Yesterday was very stressful. DH had to have emergency surgery on his eye to reposition the graft he had last week.
I picked him up about 7 last night. He's very uncomfortable this morning but hopefully it will now heal and he will be able to see.
No plans today apart from club admin .
Wishing you all a peaceful day xx

Morning Mick, morning All from a cloudy corner of Somerset.

We thoroughly enjoyed our NT visit yesterday in wonderful sunshine.

An at home day today. General faffing.

I’m relieved you have support roses. Birthday wishes to your little boys bellasnanna. Hope today goes as well as it can redcar and your husband is OK marydoll

Best wishes to everyone.

Morning from S Hants, dry and 10. Yesterday was perfect weather for me, we went for a river walk and met up with absent friends early evening for a drink. The gardener came, weeded and tidied, she does a good job.
Today out for a coffee and I must email my surgeon, a couple of things I need guidance with.
Happy birthday to the boys Bellas.
I’m very pleased you have some support now Roses.
Redcar 💐
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Good morning from sunny Suffolk. We are awaiting the arrival of a local roofer to give us an estimate for replacing a cowl on 1 chimney pot and putting one on a chimney that,for some reason,has never had one. Scaffolding will be needed and that will probably take longer to erect and cost more than the actual job itself.

I have my stretch class this morning and the nothing else planned as yet. Hopefully I’ll be able to sit in the summerhouse and read.

I haven’t read your posts yet but hope they talk of enjoyable activities yesterday and similar things planned for today.

Good morning, another pleasant start to the day here in N.Bucks.
Yesterday’s weather was beautiful. My friend and I sat outside and chatted over lunch for more than 3 hours.
Today we have our youngest DGS. I have a manicure and pedicure appointment so DH will take him down to the local rec. buying a new football on the way, to replace the one which burst last week.
He wants to water the garden for us later and do some crafting. So, that’s our day organised!
This evening I am going to a choir for the first time. GagagranThe one in our town led by the same MD had to close for the same problem as yours is having. It’s a bit of a pain as there is now a half hour drive to get to practices instead of a 10 minute walk. I shall share driving with a couple of others who are transferring too.
Also need to put finishing touches to the packing for our holiday. We are off tomorrow.
Wishing all a good day especially out poorly and troubled friends.