Annie that is brilliant news! So happy for you. I will pray that you are up to going out when the time comes, that you overcome your agoraphobia and go to church, that will be a great comfort.
We did plan to buy a bungalow but so many things happened that we began to wonder if it would ever go through. After a series of really strange coincidences we were persuaded to look at this house and completely fell in love. It all felt as if it took on its own momentum and that we were being led to this house. Everything went brilliantly and we moved in quickly. Some things are just meant to happen.
Doodle hope the scones were delicious. Lop-sided is proof they are home made, wouldn't taste as good if they looked shop bought.
We too live in the best place ever, don't think we will move again, can't think that anywhere else could be better.
Scardycat it is easy to be virtuous and make my own mincemeat and pies because DH does all the main meals and all the shopping. I just do the impressive bits 
. Gave some to DiL yesterday and she asked if I had done any other baking. Think that was a hint!
I understand the worrying about nothing in particular, it is the feeling that something awful is about to happen but not know what.
Chrissy I think the doctors sometimes just see us as old people who have nothing better to do than clog up their surgeries. When I asked for a referral he looked pleased as all he had to do was pass me on to someone else. Regarding MH, the emphasis seems to be on school children at the moment so we haven't a hope.
Good for you with the painting, as a fair weather gardener, who doesn't do any in the cold, you have my admiration.
Took a friend for a last minute hospital appointment yesterday and was really impressed with the treatment. They even let her take 'one additional person' so I was able to ask a question she forgot. They took a specific blood test but also included all the standard sort of things, like iron, liver +++++ which is reassuring. Told her when to expect results and what to do if they don't come.
DS & DiL have invited us to join them at 5 pm when their road switches on the Christmas lights. Apparently everyone walks round to see them. They are providing mulled wine, with or without alcohol so one of us can drive. Sounds like a lovely tradition.
Evening everyone
Nonnie Hope you managed to cope with the excitement of your trip to the post box Your mince pies sound delicious. I know what you mean about the GP looking at our age and probably thinking that we can’t expect our bodies to work perfectly after a certain age. I also find that the same thing applies to mental health. The amount of times I’ve see a doctor over the years with a physical complaint but which they have attributed it to my mental health. I’m glad that your DH is finally going to see the consultant but 10 minutes is just ridiculous isn’t it.
Annie I’m so glad that the physiotherapist visited today. It sounds like she really listened to you and at least some plans are being put in place. I really hope it all works out for you.
Doodle Weather been horrible here too and so cold. Well done for getting your Christmas lights up, I haven’t been able to even think about it yet. Hope the scones turned out well. Yes I will try to stay positive about the blood tests. I’m going to put it out of my mind until after Christmas. The forks being friendly made me laugh.
Scaredycat Yes doing my best to stay positive about things. I’m sorry that you’ve been feeling nervous today, I hope that your walk helped.
I’ve been painting the inside of the summerhouse, going slowly but will get there in the end.
Hi to everyone else. Enjoy the rest of your evening everyone and sleep well x
Actually it’s better to be where folks are friendly, I’m not too bothered about the forks!! 
No annie although some have been here over 40 years and quite a lot are retired. A couple of months ago we lost our oldest, she was almost 99 and lived alone but wasn't lonely because of the lovely people who live here. We do have some young families as well. Everyone still waves as they pass if we are outside and chat if we stop.
Scardycat my life is even more exciting, I'm going to the post box today
Doodle hope you make the scones there is a huge difference when they are home made. Yummy
Yes Chrissy made and in the freezer without test tasting, feeling very virtuous. Used home made mincemeat from last year which I did test taste and it was lovely.
I'm glad to read that you are being sent for tests, sometimes I think our GP looks at our DOB and no further.
After months of NHS admin failing to talk to each other DH is finally going to see a consultant about his knees. The appointment is 10 minutes long so we don't anticipate much happening.
Annie I agree with everything Doodle has said. You moved to where you are now to be there for your daughter but now where you are is completely the wrong place as your family live a long way away and you don’t see your neighbours as they stay in their homes. I don’t know if you are under mental health services but, if you are, maybe they could fight your cause. I hope you’re not upset by anything I’ve written. x 
Evening everyone
Annie Sounds like your weather has been the same as ours. It’s been torrential rain and high winds practically all day. I saw that Father Christmas is top of the priority list for the vaccine. Thank goodness for that.
Nonnie I know it’s silly getting emotional over hearing carols and I don’t even know why they have that effect on me. I have no childhood memories relating to them. After talking about the black rubber masks at the dentist last night I swear I could smell the rubber and gas. Sorry you had a bad night last night, hope tonight is better. It’s a lovely feeling isn’t it when our children and grandchildren ask for our help or advice. I know what you mean about feeling useful. My cards all written as well. Did the mince pies get made?
Scaredycat I’d forgotten about the thing to keep your mouth open. It’s no wonder that so many people have awful memories of dentist visits back then. Wouldn’t have wanted to be sitting in the summerhouse today, the doors aren’t on yet
Doodle So did your DH get his scones? No, couldn’t work on summerhouse at all today, the weather was atrocious.
Annie I’m sorry that you’re so unhappy where you live at the moment. What a shame that you don’t see more of your neighbours.
I had a telephone consultation with the psychiatrist today. He was talking about ‘tweaking’ my meds but I told him that I didn’t want to change anything at the moment. He then said that he was going to write to my GP to ask for a set of blood tests and an ECG. I know that he needs to keep an eye on things because the meds can cause problems. However, this is me we’re talking about, the person who flies into panic mode at the mention of medical tests. I will have them done but not until after Christmas although I don’t think they could do them before then anyway.
Hi Joce lavender BlueSky rafichagran nannie and anyone else I’ve missed. Hope everyone has a nice evening and sleeps well x
Oh Joce I wish I knew! Perhaps take your lead from her? Just 'be there', offer any help you can other than actually visiting them? Are you near enough to take food round. Nothing like Mum's cooking as comfort food.
Scardycat not my summer house, I'm only doing the dolls' house renovation.
Thanks Doodle I am definitely doing better than I was but not quite back yet, still feels a bit close to the edge but getting there.
Yes, we are hearing of a lot more people who have caught the virus, no one in my immediate circle but some people I know. Only one who was in hospital though.
Yes,
I can still feel all that pastry inside Back to healthy eating now, well apart from the Cadbury's advent calendars DS & Dil gave us!
Well done at the dentist, ticking these things off the to do list is always encouraging.
Annie if you joined you might make new friends but you would also find that some of them die because quite a few are elderly. I used to attend all their events as a supporter but never joined, just donated the subscription so I didn't feel I had to. They were a lovely crowd.
Perhaps our cul de sac is bigger than yours, about 17 houses I think, They are a lovely lot and many have lived here a very long time. Pretty sure I could go to any of them if necessary.
We've all made the online mistakes which is probably why you are allowed to return everything within 14 days
Chrissy yes, the carols often make me tearful too, I think it is the memories they conjure. It surprised me that it didn't on this occasion.
Oh those black rubber masks! I've never been able to deal with anything over my nose since. Very proud I have coped with wearing a mask!
Bad night again last night but not feeling too bad. Two DSs have asked for my help in the last 24 hours which makes me feel needed. Nothing dramatic, just wanted my input on their work projects.
Christmas cards all written, given the postman his, might make the mince pies later.
Evening everyone
Doodle I love those garden swings especially the ones with the big plump cushions on.
nanny you must have worked hard at getting binks to feel so comfortable around you. Was Tank a cat as well? I’m sorry to hear the news about your best friend.
Nonnie Sounds like you had a lovely walk yesterday. That’s lovely that your DS and GS might be able to visit you soon and I’m glad that you’re going to your DS and DILs for Christmas. How lovely that the Christmas carol made you think of your grandad. I don’t know why but hearing Christmas carols either on the TV or in shops makes me very tearful.
Annie Thanks for explaining the Scarlet O’Hara thing 
Yes I see what you mean about cul de sacs. We live in one as well and virtually see no one going past. But of course there are 2 of us and you are on your own. How lovely that your granddaughter posted photos of her and your MT when they were young. Of course you miss your darling daughter, I can’t imagine your pain but you must have many happy memories I had to laugh about your online order for knicker liners then the honey and the glass tumblers
Joce I’m so sorry that your daughter and her partner have both tested positive. Of course you’re worried about them but please don’t go to them. Imagine if you went and you picked up the virus, that would make your daughter feel terrible. I’m sure they will be over it soon and then you can meet up. Just read your later post. Good news that they are doing ok.
Scaredycat I think you got Nonnie and me mixed up. I’m the one with the summerhouse You’re right about fear of the dentist. I’ve also had a lifelong fear since I was given gas in one of those black rubber masks when I was a child. Even thinking about it now I can practically smell the gas.
Hope everyone is doing ok, sleep well all x
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