Soops kitchen, a place of reflection, refuge and at times revelry.

I am not usually one of the “silly o’clock” gang but it’s a sunny, still and perfect morning and I am awake.
However I’m happy that I shall be heading North in an air- conditioned coach in a few hours time!
Rosie trotted off happily enough with one of the kennel maids yesterday afternoon but the house seemed very quiet without her. Stayed tidier though.
Spoiler alert -look away now FGT - I watched the last episode of Clarkson’s Farm last night and could have wept for them. Right, cuppa time, up and then up and at ‘em!!

Redcar I hope you have a better day today.

JaxJacky I’m envious of your time in the New Forest. I had an aunt who lived there and I have many happy memories.

I plan to take things easy today. Yesterday I did a huge clear out of my study. I have a lot of crafting stuff but have had to accept that I will never use it now. Some I’m giving to friends, the rest is packed up for the charity shop. I felt better for having dealt with it and celebrated with a bacon roll at our little local cafe. They do a brilliant one with nice crispy bacon.

Evening All’

I have L’il Miss beside me snuggled up after her bubble bath at mine. We shared a chippy tea then fresh fruit (mindful of healthy choices grandma!). These are precious times.

Precious moments indeed fgt.
Wishing happy times to all travelling (Maw , GrannySomerset, brook)
Hi Jaxjacky 👋
and everyone in dear soop’s kitchen.
A balmy few days ahead and I will enjoy them as best I can given the heat doesn’t suit me.
Our cats have cool mats, and we have an electric fan by each of our chairs.
We are all wimps once the temp rises above 25 days!
It is different on holiday there is always pool to cool down in.

A hot cat on the windowsill .

*degs not days

What a beautiful cat TillyTrotter!

He was a sweet rescue kitten, abandoned to the Cat’s Trust (luckily for us as he is a darling). Now 2 years old.

What a beautiful kitty! She looks very regal!

Sorry, 'He' ! I love pics of kitties, lost my last one three years ago . It broke my heart

Beautiful markings Tilly
I’ve retreated upstairs with my iPad, no wishes t9 see the USA play football.
Village butcher this morning to stock up on bbq meat, not cheap, but the best. We were due to go to my daughter’s on Sunday for a Father’s Day one but grandson has D&V, bbq is orf.
Tesco delivered, but none of my choice of ice lollies, fridge full, it’ll be easy meals next week.
Pub was busy tonight, people outside in the sun, we sat in, but I wandered about chatting.
I hope the travellers are faring well and you all enjoy the rest of the evening.

I seem to have lost two posts this evening! How careless of me! I’m definitely feeling better today thank you teabagwoman.
Had a meet up with some friends at the local RHS garden, which was very warm but with a nice breeze. I hadn’t seen them for a while, so nice to catch up with their lives.
mawrosie I hope you enjoy your holiday in Northumberland and the air conditioned coach ride!

fgt lovely for you to have L’il Miss with you tonight. Could this be the beginning of a new tradition?

Thinking of those in the quiet corner and hoping that we all have a good night’s sleep.

These lovely kitties tug at our heartstrings and leave a big, sad hole when they are gone Llamas . ♥️

Ahh beautiful cat Tilly just like my Spiros!We have a ginger cat enjoying the sun this morning.

I am very fond of ginger cats Yiayia .
Your ginger boy/girl looks very comfy on the chair 🐈

It’s a girl and she’s very friendly, I will try not to bring her home.😂

Lovely toes FGT2 👍

I need to get a wriggle on, we have a very busy day, lots of catching up with one of our Aussie contingent. Our three youngest AC are also hoping to come and see her at varying times.

If you have this glorious weather, I hope you enjoy it 🌞

TillyTrotter Thank you and yes, they certainly do.

Ladies, i think im going to step back from social media for a while. Im no longer under 16, but a detox would be good. See you later x

You will be miss Grandmabatty, don't forget where we are.

I’ll miss you grandmabatty don’t stay away too long!

You do what you have to Grandmabatty I will miss your posts, take care.

There is a warm welcome for you when you are ready to return 🙋‍♀️

Ahh, you’ll definitely be missed Grandmabatty see you when you return x

We'll miss you, and your wee boys, Grandmabatty. Take care, hope to see you back in the not too distant future.

Step away from the ginger cat 😾 YiaYia!! You have previous!😂

Beautiful boy 🐈 TillyTrotter, he looks very much at home.

Happy holidays to the brooks, MawsRosie and all on the move.
Have fun, to all enjoying family gatherings.

I have DGD, almost 15, here for the weekend, we are snuggled up on the sofa watching old episodes of The Hit List. 🎵 🎶 She can identify the recent songs, I get the golden oldies! DH and I used to enjoy that on a Saturday evening.
Dinner was braised Cumbernauld sausages in onion gravy with mash, one of her favourites. Tomorrow we are going shopping... " Haud me back.."🤣

Thinking of all in the Quiet Corner, especially those with worries, illness or sorrow.

Wishing everyone a peaceful Saturday evening and a sunny 😎 weekend. TOYA.

Hello kitchen people,

I’ll miss you Grandmabatty. Your posts are always so interesting.

A quiet day here for me. Last week was busy and I’m off to Kew for a few days next week, then hairdresser on my return and the Arts Society and Book group. I have booked a ticket to see the Escher exhibition at Somerset House while I’m in Kew. If it’s really hot though I might just go to Kew Gardens and keep in the shade - definitely not the Palm House.

We’ve had a lot of rain today but it’s still muggy.

It’s OH’s turn to cook and he’s doing eggs, bacon and baked beans. I did Coronation chicken and all the trimmings yesterday for my cousins and I’m cooking a gammon joint tomorrow.

Have a good evening everyone.