Good Morning Friday 17th April 2026

Good morning from Cornwall. No idea what the weather is doing yet. Our mobile phone signals locally have been rubbish for a few days but have suddenly improved so I'm using it as an opportunity to post this.

An in the process off giving up my allotment for a variety of reasons. The recent storm has wrecked the greenhouse so I'm finding ways of getting rid of a lot of broken glass. I don’t want to leave it for the next tenant. I'm also helping my arty daughter-in-law to move house. After five years on the council list she's got the keys to a sweet bungalow in a town centre under trees, for half the rent she's been paying. I've been helping her source carpets and white goods and other furniture.

Today my landlord and I will be clambering into the wild wood above my flat to look at the big tree that came down in the storm and which is lying halfway across another taller tree. Thankfully it's not my problem! Then I must venture back to my allotment to parcel up more broken glass.

Good morning from Malta where a cloudy start is forecast, clearing later with a high of 23°C.

Yesterday I did a lot of laundry, stripped the bed and was pleased to get it all hung outside to dry. Also steam mopped the floors.

I then had such awful backache, which radiated round to my lower abdomen, that I lay on the sheetless bed and, despite heaven knows how many decibels of noise from the diggers outside, I slept for two hours.

When I awoke the rain was chucking it down so my laundry was wetter than when I put it out! I rescued the sheets and put them in the dryer, the rest is still on the line.

Had my two treasures from 5 until 8 as DD3 had her degree course and her DH is away for a few days.

They were absolutely sweet, arrived in their pjs having been to their swimming lesson with DGS2 proudly announcing he can now swim on his own!

I enjoyed every minute of them and lots of cuddles were given and received. DGS1 fell asleep before his mum arrived to collect them after which I had a sandwich and some Greek yoghurt, watched a bit of mindless tv and went to bed.

I’ve got Milo dog today so will take him for a walk before I go to my hair appointment at noon. I hope the noise from the roadworks won’t upset him. It’s certainly upsetting me!😫

Wishing you all a good day, thoughts always with those who are struggling.☀️

Good morning from a dry Bristol. It’s this “not sure if I’m hot or cold” weather atm especially with a vicious wind, but it’s dry.
I was wiped out yesterday; I’d had a rotten night then decided to rearrange dust. As usual, I got sidetracked and did all sorts of things as well, before my tai-chi class.
I had to go into the church after the class and left my handbag in the hall; fortunately, I got to it before the ladies decided how to get it back to me…
ASI had slept very badly the night before, I had planned on napping. Naturally, my plan was thwarted. My helper at the FAB cafe, who I love to bits, but is one of the scattiest people I know, came with a bunch of flowers as a large birthday present. Then a sweet resident, who was told by her son to “downsize”- I think he meant “Swedish death clean” - came to give me some tablecloths for the church.
Then a sweet tea towels were washed, dried and ironed for the church kitchens, the blooming pennants were all sewn, etc. I know I have cut out over 200pennants, but have calculated that I must have assembled nearly 1000 pennants on their tapes… enough. I shall refuse to sew another.
This morning, I’m going to put the new fabric on the sound boards in the hall then go to the (not) WI book group…
Thoughts for the poorly, angry, sad, cheerful posters.
Enjoy what we have left of spring; Carpe diem 🦩🦩🦩🦩

Good morning from Sheffield

I was rudely awoken by the Biffa bin wagon emptying bins from the business next door at 4:30. I am on my 2nd cup of tea now just thinking about getting up for the Friday big clean up.

The family came for tea and we had a lovely time chatting

The dog situation is really stressing my daughter.
The owners aren’t really addressing how serious the situation is. The dog is still snappy and bad tempered.
My daughter and DSIL refuse to see them with the dog, they won’t leave it at home so that family relationship, which was close is in tatters.
My DD isn’t sleeping she is so stressed
I think they’re hoping for a discussion with them this weekend

Well time to get up and at it
Take care everyone

Good morning from a dry but chilly Torbay.

That is good news for your DIL, Marzipan22. No doubt your allotment will be snatched up by another gardener.

Your days sound overwhelmingly busy, grandMattie! Take time for yourself when you can.

I hope your backache doesn’t return, Bellasnana. Another busy lady!

I explored the boot of the new car yesterday, including an extra compartment below the main boot so I can store all the oddments that I travel with. A kind neighbour came home from work whilst I was carrying things out and helped which I appreciated.

I hope today is kind to you all. 🦩🥰🦩💐🦩

Morning all from West Oxfordshire.

I should have been going to London today for an Arts Society Study Day. Annoyingly my toe really is sore and I have an appointment with the podiatrist this afternoon. It isn’t as bad as it was before but it was getting better!

The U3A Art History group was good yesterday. The talk was on Photography.

So, apart from the podiatrist appointment, today should be a quiet day.

Have a good day everyone, especially those of you with worries.

Good morning from Shropshire.Sunshine and showers forecast.

Yesterday’s appointment went as well as I could have hoped.I was glad of DD’s company and input.We enjoyed the rest of the day in Chester.

Today DH and I are going to see mum.It is very tiring.We are happy with the home and when she was first there all was fine as my brothers visited weekly.Now just I go either with my husband or daughters.It is a 100 mile round trip.I thought of moving her nearer here but after speaking to several people realise it would be detrimental to her and would just be for my benefit.Hopefully she will recognise us and we will have a couple of hours with her.All depends on how she is on the day.

Hoping things are improving for all with worries and struggles and wishing everyone the best day possible🌷🦩

I’m sorry for the situation with the dog and that your daughter is so stressed Melanie.Its awful and very upsetting as well as worrying but your daughter has to protect her little family.

Morning Mick, morning All. Another gloomy start to our corner of Somerset, rain in the forecast, chilly too

Our sofa was finally repaired yesterday, we’re delighted with the outcome. The not so good was a neighbour explaining she has been watching rats (notice the plural) running through the back gardens. Growing up on farms there were always rats around and as a child I was terrified by them in the chicken runs, the fear has remained. We live on a managed development, I have reported the sightings and requested the issue is managed! Folk do seem to see me as the answer to all problems and chief liaison person. Our development manager is a positive force so I’m hopeful. I’m afraid rodents are a down side of living close to a river and having neighbours who (over)feed the birds and put out leftovers for foxes.

Today’s agenda is a grocery top up shop this morning and a quiet afternoon. Tomorrow we’re off on a day trip to the Eden Project. We’ve not been for many years and are both looking forward to it. I really must remember the sandwiches this time and not find them in the fridge on our return. If I remember to do a list all will be well .

Best wishes to all. . Have the best day you can everyone.

I’ve been known to leave sarnies in the fridge, cornergran so now I put a post it reminder on the front door! 🙄

Good morning, a trifle damp here in south Glos and grey skies.
Totally random question— is it gray or grey? I never know!
Yesterday I didn’t do the ruddy kick boards in the kitchen, I got sidetracked into sorting out my mess around my recliner and somehow cleaning the kitchen didn’t happen 🤷🏼‍♀️
I will do it today, honestly.
I did get three loads of washing dried outside and put away before it started drizzling mid afternoon so pleased with that especially as it included changing the bed.
I’m going to make sweet and sour chicken for dinner, with M&S special fried rice and vegetable rolls, I actually fancied something different for once. We’re at least 12 miles from a decent Chinese takeaway unfortunately (or not!)
I have almost finished my piece of embroidery and I know what I want to do next so that’s good.
I’m getting quite good at keeping busy 😁, stops me thinking about what happens next….. I have booked a full valet for my car in 10 days then the new car search will begin. I will go to the garage it came from for help, they’re very friendly and I trust them. DH says I should sell it privately but I really wouldn’t know where to start and quite honestly I don’t need any more stress than I already have! He’s never sold one either.
Thinking of those who are struggling or unhappy, it’s hard sometimes isn’t it?
On a brighter note the woodpecker is nesting in a hole in one of the dead ash trees at the end of my garden, I hope we’ll see them on the bird feeders. The bluebells are out, as is the wild garlic. Isn’t springtime wonderful?
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rosesandlilac I’m with you, go to a garage you trust and yes, your car might sell for slightly more privately but goodness it can be a hassle.

Good morning all from Polmont where it's currently 11° and damp. Rain is forecast. Bellasnana how annoying about your washing! Have a nice day with Milo. Cornergran the thought of rats fills me with horror. Susan I hope you have a good visit to your mum.
Yesterday was a good day. My ballet chum arrived and insisted on driving to the station. Edinburgh was sunny and we got a taxi to the theatre (very decadent but necessary) which was heaving an hour and a half before the performance. The Red Shoes was marvellous. The dancing was sublime, in fact everything was fabulous-music, choreography, staging. I did manage to walk back to the station across the bridges rather than go down Cockburn Street which is fairly steep and would have challenged my balance issues. Once back in Polmont, we had a fish supper and chatted for a couple of hours. A lovely day.
Today I will get housework done and potter quietly about the house. I don't know if dd will call in as it's the last day of the Easter holidays. I shall enjoy being quiet, I think. Have a good day all.

Good morning from s somerset, clouds and showers today

The optician appointment went very well yesterday and he had also requested an OCT scan. Last I had was 12 years ago and I do have dry AMD in my left eye, very common to get this as we age. It was first seen about 12 years ago. I am ok about that, its under control and everything else is good

The roads near me are going from bad to worse, muck and mud, I am very much looking forward to the last stage, which will be tarmac, I am guessing another month before I can really get back into cycling

Today I am pottering with exercise included. I will be making ready meals, madras curry and rice this time. My meat/fish freezer drawer is emptying nicely but slowly

I have a bit of garage tidying and I will get that done today and will make paper shreds to keep my composting worms happy

Good morning, and yes it’s another grey day here in S E Essex!

I am off to the gym first thing, hopefully have a tea (the coffee at the gym is far too strong for my taste, I am a latte girl, never instant, I love my coffee machine at home) and natter.

I did go to Lakeside yesterday, DH decided to join me, he hates shopping…

The new White Company Shop loved up to my expectations, and my bank account is significantly lighter.

Thinking of all with troubles and ills, 🙋‍♀️

Good morning Mick and everyone from cloudy Carlisle where rain is forecast. That's because I'm going out soon for a hair appointment!
Yesterday I pottered at little jobs before going out to my midday GP appointment re the bone scan and the osteopenia it uncovered. It was rather inconclusive, he talked about going down the drug route, me about controlling/reversing it by dietary and exercise means. It ended by him referring me to the specialist osteoporosis nurse to make the decisions. Meanwhile, I shall try to up my exercise and up my intake of calcium-rich foods.

After I get back from the hairdresser, I'll do more sorting out of stuff and then settle to reading though, if it's not raining, a walk may be possible.

Have a good day if you can everyone.

Good Morning from Durham. It’s been raining overnight. As yet there’s no sign of bluebells up here.
I’m having 3 new blinds fitted this afternoon, no specific time given, so it looks like an opportunity to do a few jobs at home. I should start by treating the weeds growing on my drive.
You could always get an online price from webuyanycar R&L then deduct a chunk, to allow for their fault finding procedures. I must say I was happy with what I got for DH’s big twin-cab from them, as I didn’t relish selling it privately.
I’m hoping to hear better news today about some of our poorlies and their patient carers - fingers crossed.

Best wishes to all. X

Good morning all from a dull central south coast. Think we are promised some sunshine later. Hope so anyway - lifts the spirits.

My Tesco delivery is due between 9 and 10am. I think their delivery staff must have to pass a customer friendly test because they are all, without exception, kind, helpful and nice people. I enjoy seeing who it will be from week to week, named on the tracker attached to the receipt. Gorgeous George is my favourite - can you guess why?

DD is in Berlin until Sunday - at a conference. She is such a busy bee and much travelled both with her job and from their own travels. She doesn't get that from me. I am a real home bird.

We have our jabs at the surgery to look forward to tomorrow. Both of us are having covid boosters and RSV and I am not looking forward to it as I often get a red and itchy arm after jabs. Is it worth taking an antihistamine before we go? Any advice?

DH is out for a morning cycle ride with his chums and they may decide to have some lunch out too so I shall have to wait and see what he wants on his return. Can always come up with something quick. My Mum used to say that you can always make a meal if you have eggs and potatoes in. DH especially likes my omelettes.

Thinking of all our strugglers and hoping for some easing of worries, troubles, sorrows or difficulties of any kind. KBO is all you can do sometimes.

Good morning all from a misty North Leicestershire.

I have to do a top up shop today and go to the butcher's. We are hoping to go to the local bluebell woods this pm if the weather is ok.

Have the best day possible everyone.

Good morning from a grey W Kent where we are packed up ready for a short break in Norfolk.
Best wishes

Good morning from Cloudy Chambers northwest coast.
DD left for the south yesterday after helping me with some admin and jet washing. She’s very thoughtful.
I drove twenty miles to my hairdresser, not close, but she suits me and I practise my songs in the car.

Today, art group, washing sheets and other mundane things.
I’m enjoying catching up with plays I missed from the 70s and 80s on YouTube. Last night, an excellent Noel Coward play, Song at Twilight with Deborah Kerr and Paul Scofield, new to me.
Thoughts to all🌺

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Good morning from a dry but overcast NE.
Yesterday was a busy day for me, I had a lunchtime appointment for my covid vaccination. I was ready to leave when my friend rang for a chat, typical that people only seem to ring at an inopportune time.
After my vaccination I went to the opticians to make an appointment, lo and behold they had one within half an hour so saved me another trip.
I chose new glasses, reading and distance and thought I might as well have some new sunglasses too. When frames were chosen and paperwork done the assistant told me that I could have the sunglasses for free a nice bonus.
When I got home I was shattered ànd just plonked myself on the sofa.
I was getting ready for bed when my sister messaged me and asked if she could ring and talk, she offloads and it would have meant a disturbed night for me so I said it would have to be today.
Today I have the piano tuner coming at 11am, hopefully just straight forward with no repairs.
Have a good day.

Good morning from damp South Lanarkshire.

It’s been a busy week although we haven’t really done anything. DS and his children have been staying so my normally tidy, calm, quiet house now feels like a kids club. There’s been much cuttings, glueing, and painting not to mention den building game playing.
Their Mum is coming to collect them all later this afternoon and will stay to eat with us after which I’ll retire to a darkened room to rest.

I’ve probably missed a lot this week but I hope all is well and wish everyone a good day.

Good morning from another grey day here in Cambridgeshire where it looks like it will be windy later.

Anyone else had any problems with logging on to Gransnet today I had to accept their terms and conditions had a message about private browsing and if I wanted to post log in again and I had forgotten my password so had to reset that. All a bit of a faff.

No real plans today except a bit of washing, a little housework maybe some gardening and then meeting the little ones from school later and cooking their dinner. DH is up early to do his minutes of a meeting held last night and off cycling so thankfully the TV will remain off for most of the day😂

Wishing everyone a peaceful day 🌷Have the best day possible