Good Morning Saturday 17th October 2026

Good morning Mick and followers, it’s dry and chilly here on the hillside in south Glos, only 5°. I hope everything goes well for you Mick following your MRI.
I pootled around yesterday getting the washing done, most of it actually dried outside on the line, and generally not getting anywhere fast 🙄. That seems to be the norm at the moment but never mind.
It was a beautiful autumn afternoon here, warming in the sunshine but definitely a chilly tang in the air. I did pick up some beautifully coloured leaves on our afternoon dog walk, perhaps I will try painting some today. I also found some pieces of twig with pale green lichen on them, so tiny and intricate. I do have a fascination for lichen and fungi; for some reason they really hold my attention.
So, little planned for today, I will get outside and enjoy the autumn sunshine and fresh air, I do need to prune a wayward rose near the rotary clothes line that is grabbing the occasional piece of washing that flaps it’s way. It’s a beautifully scented pale yellow, smells almost sherberty (is there such a word?)
Wishing you all a peaceful weekend x
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Why have I discovered that the only fly in the house has done a suicide dive into my morning coffee? Lovely start to the day 😁

Good morning from a dark, dry corner of La Sarthe where we enjoyed some autumnal sunshine yesterday.

I think you may describe your rose scent as you wish - who’s to mind if the word exists or not. RosesandLilac?

I hope you don’t have to wait too long for the MRI scan, Mick.

We did a top up shop yesterday afternoon locally and I’m glad we did as various protests including road blockades are planned for today, mostly involving the renowned “gilets jaunes”. I think it’s regarding rising prices especially for fuel. We shall remain at home!

Have a good day, everyone! Safe journeys to those who are travelling. 🦩💐🦩🥰🦩

Good morning from mid-Wales. Sun forecast for later.

Yesterday was productive. Kitchen shelves freshened up, floors swept, rugs vacuumed, bathroom deep-cleaned. I'm looking forward to a pub quiz this evening. My score is always decidedly average. I keep thinking that I should learn a new fact every day but I haven't done that so far. Maybe I need to make it a habit like brushing my teeth. Whether I would actually remember new facts is questionable, but it might be fun learning.
Happy Saturday all.