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Wyllow Glad you got the valuation thing sorted out. At least you'll now know how much you could sell and buy for, but no rush.

ScaredyCat The bluebells look wonderful, don't they? I had a dry cracker at 7.30, had the trots about 8 times up to 12 noon. Had plain pasta (very unappetising) at 4.30, a few plain biscuits at 6pm, and a piece of Madeira cake just now. Been ok since, and am taking Buscopan. Hopefully, I'll be ok by tomorrow.

SweetpeaSue, Candy, Whiff, all BDers - hope you've been ok today x

Whiff What a lovely post. You have such kind words for everyone. Thankkyou. I hope your pain flare is dwindling and you are more comfortable. I dont think Ive heard of Cabbie but thankyou for passing that news on. I do hope she has friends and family who she will ne able to turn to.
Nadateturbe Hope you're feeling ok today.
HVDY Oh you have had a really nasty time of it. Yes you will have lost some more weight but what a way to do it. You must feel very fragile after all that.
Scaredycat Oh how lovely the bluebells are on their way. Thankyou for that beautiful photo. We once stayed in a cottage in The Lakes and Id never seen so many all together in their garden. A large blue mass. Hope youve been ok today.
Wyllow You must be so relieved to get the valuation out of the way, though I'm sure it will be foremost in your head and stirring up anxieties, memories and fresh loss. Hope you have managed some rest this afternoon.
Candy Thankyou for those words to me. I hope your MIL will be ok. She must have been glad to get the funeral over with as all of you must be.
EllieAnne I wish I knew what to say. Its not easy for you to go or stay. You're between a rock and a hard place. I hope your feeling a little better.
Doodle I hope last night was a good one and today has been not too busy in hospitals. Something else happened yesterday at my pre-admission. When I was called thrkugh as I passed into the corridor I passed v closely, almost touching the Gynaecologist Id seen for 18mths (it is same hospital) and was operated on in September .We looked at each other and he'd a strange expression of shock almost fear. I said Hello and walked on with nurse. He never spoke at all. It felt v strange. Hope you have a peaceful night.

Bladder pain really bad this afternoon. It seems there all day at some level. Feels like a scorching hot poker is searing the lining. I really do want him to inspect the lining and bladder is distended to do that but the therapeutic distention is stretched firther and left like that some minutes then sometimes repeated. I wonder if he could just do investigative part.
I'm in such a state as I dont know how I'll be on car journey tomorrow with bowels /bladder. I'm so anxious about talking to him about that Hystetoscopy going wrong. I know I'll have to be careful. Thankyou everyone for all your support. I dont know how I would cope without it. Your own problems make me realise how many of us struggle.

Wishing all of BDs and those reading a restful night.

Tonight I feel discombobulated. I have tinnitus and am chilly and very sleepy. I think it’s because we don’t have any hospital visits this weekend I am unwinding,
Sweetpeasue from my time working with GPS I know they want you to cut straight to the point. No waffle no small talk which is why I always make DH make a list when the important stuff if covered first. He is quite happy to chat to the GPs about their holiday or ours or something trivial but then I know it maybe pleasant but it doesn’t get the questions answered. Get to the nitty gritty first. Making a bullet point list helps you remember to stick to the point when you are in emotional circumstances.
Strange encounter with your old consultant. Was it guilt on his face do you think.
Good luck tomorrow. We will be thinking of you. Try and explain in clear and precise terms your worries. I hope he is kind to you.
Wyllow it is never to late to find a companion in life. Our now sadly departed neighbours found each other in their 80s having both had previous partners. They were a delightfully couple who were devoted to each other. They were marrried for about 10 years before one sadly passed to be followed a couple of years later by the other. As regards friends, they can turn up at all sorts of times no matter how old you are. A chance meeting, mutual friends. Even on hospital visits. DH and I have made some friends there too.
Nice to have a clean home but don’t overdo it.
It’s good to be realistic about the value of your home. Under rather than overestimate and it will work out better,
Just a little story. We found our ideal home but weren’t in a position to move (home needed decorating and tidying up) so we let it go. At the time there were 5 or more similar properties that would have suited us on the market.
We then took out time and decorated and made our home suitable for selling but nothing came up that we wanted to buy. We knew exactly where we wanted to be so we waited, and waited, and waited. 5 years. Then it happened one came up but was sold before we could get it. Then another bit we lost out on that one due to a cash buyer but finally we got what we wanted and it was worth the wait. I guess what I’m saying is if you wait till your ready you might miss out but never give up hope.
Candy what a lovely and caring post to all. Yes mobility scooter is certainly a consideration. It’s hard to think about that really when 3 months ago DH was fine and walking well. It all seems to have come from nowhere.
Glad the funeral went ok. Hope your MIl is coping as best as she can.
What are you up to this weekend, any plans?
Whiff yes I did know about Cabbie thanks for letting us know. Such a sad situation.
What a lovely and encouraging post from you. You are so kind and thoughtful. Please keep in touch it’s good to hear from you, Hope you are doing ok too.
HVDY DHs legs are tender. They are red and the skin peels off when you touch it. Having said that, the ointment the GP prescribed seems to be helping a bit. They don’t really hurt except on the odd occasions when he has shooting pains but they ache and because they are so swollen they hurt when he bends his knees to sit. Been to diuretic lounge again today to get rid of skim fluid which I hope helps
I’m hoping you are feeling better. You seem to have some sort of bug or other. Hopefully, it settles soon and you have a much better weekend.
nadateturbe that’s kind. Thinking of you too.
Ellie Anne I know I am one who has asked before if you could just leave but I know it’s not as simple as that. It’s hard to read your posts and not be able to think of anything that could help. There are many in your situation I’m sure. When we get older and the children have grown it is easy for couples to drift and not have something in common. Also when the financial situation is difficult you can’t just up and go. Sorry if this is a personal question and do not answer if you don’t wish to but do you dislike your DH? I know he has done things you find inconsiderate and hurtful but is he unkind or nasty to you?
I do so wish you had more joy in your life as you sound as though you are just existing. Lots of people live like that just one day to the next but it would be nice to think you had something better to look forward to.
Like you our DGC have grown out of things we used to do too. The important thing is to not forget those days or treat them lightly. You were there and did make the effort with your DGC. I am always amazed about what ours remember of those times.
OhScaredycat thank you, that’s lovely. I do so like bluebells.
Yes we do have a lovely balcony and the view is lovely so we are lucky. We would like to try a walk so will let you know if we make it. When your legs are tired and you feel breathless it’s difficult to keep going. You are doing well to keep trying to walk and get out.

Sweetpeasue a really unnerving experience. sorry today has had so much pain and I truly wish you all the best tomorrow and await report..

you say, " and stirring up anxieties, memories and fresh loss.". Yes - selling the house I never thought would bring it all up but ...

HVDY I really hope this is the end of the tum episode!

Doodle its understandable to have the tired flatness and tinnitus episodes its been totally full on for you for so very long. Glad there is some help for MrD's legs but oh so hard for you both.

encouraging words on not being alone ...and wise words, yes, I can afford to sell low to get what I want quickly as its "downsizing" and yes, I will take that route to make it easy. Your words to EllieAnne are so thoughtful and echo mine - Hobsons choice - stuck - very hard.

Doodle What a lovely and encouraging post to everyone. Youve been on a 'high alert' for quite a while when trying to understand all the medical issues and tests fot your DH. I'm sure it must feel strange to be able to have some time to yourselves after the clash and dash of hospital visits. Oh I do know what you mean about making the appt time for the real issues. You're so right about making that time advantageous to your own concerns. I have many examples of being 'offset' from main agenda by some consultants after my operation went wrong. I can only do my best but it does place an extra stress on that One appt.
Wyllow Hoping your fresh anxieties about moving will not impinge tok much on your rest tonight.

Bests for today, Sweetpeasue!

SweetpeaSue Thinking of you today and hoping things go well at your appointment. The bladder pain sounds awful and I hope it settles down (and that you might get some answers about it)

Doodle Tinnitus is a nuisance, isn't it? I've had that every minute of every day since 2007. I bet you and your husband will be glad to have some time at home this weekend.

Wyllow A relaxing weekend for you? Hope your Quakers meeting goes well (tomorrow?)

EllieAnne You are in a very difficult situation. Is it too late to find any common ground with your husband? I hope you find some company (church?) at the weekend.

I spoke too soon about feeling ok yesterday - I certainly wasn't, from 8.30pm right through to just now. On the plus side, I've now lost another 4lbs this week, so that's 1st 1lb in 3 weeks . Hope all BDers manage to have a decent day x

How has everyone been today? I managed to have 2 dry crackers with no ill-effects , so had a diet shake, made it up with gelatine to make it into a mousse. Not bad. It's been sunny and warm all day, until 1/2 an hour ago, so I got lots of washing dry, and cleaned up downstairs.

HVDY Thankyou for your good wishes. I was worried bladder pain would be a hindrance today so took oramorph with me. Though there, not bad thank goodness. Crikey you have lost a lot of weight. I hope your tum has settled now, you have been through it. No one would wish to be ill to lose weight but it's turned out a sort of small compensation. Brilliant turning a shake into mousse-would never have thought of doing that. I hate milkshakes. You must be so chuffed with your weight loss but hope youre ok now.
Wyllow Thankyou for your good wishes too.

Gynaecologist was lovely.Googled profile yesterday so knew he was experienced. He was running v late and woman lead me into room and introduced herself. I sat opposite and thought no, and said I was meant to be seeing ***. She was good and there was no problem, was then seen by him in another room. Managed to tell him when everything started and he listened thoroughly. Just took deep breaths when parts were difficult. He did proper examination and as was worried about womb lining discrepancy with previous Dr he will arrange a vag ultrasound. Said I could try low dose HRT patch. He seemed to get a little muddled when I explained times Id bled(10 mths on HRT and a diff 10 mths on HRT with no bleed) so hope he got it right, I did correct him. So came away relieved that there's been some progress. As always happens when driving home I'm thinking but when I said this and that did he understand? I did the best I could so overall a decent appt and was in 40 mins.
Just bladder thing to try and sort now and Pain Management on Monday.
Hope youve all been ok today. It was really foggy here.
You were right Wyllow, lovely hospital.

It sounds as if you were properly heard out Sweetpeasue. is that, now you are back, how it feels?

so you'll have a vag ultrasound ? will you try the patch? Definitely purse the Pain management because you will have the max and best Information on how to manage it drugs and any other possible way which hopefully will give you "tools" to look ahead.

Thats an amazing weight loss HVDY - tho a horrible way to get there. Really hope you can say tomorrow it's settled.

I've had tinnitus too btw, since 1994. Was terrified when first got it, it's all the time, but a hiss sometimes a ringing not shrieks. I can reduce it by relaxing (ha ha). but I can now actually be outside in a quiet place and hear the silence and peace - yes, the mind can do amazing things. But loosening my jaw breaking deeply or lying my head on the side on a covered hot water bottle helps.

Today was...well..a journey. last night I had to take quite a lot of extra meds to sleep and something clicked and I knew...this couldn't carry on...I've put in bits of my diary here

"Wound up and fretting as usual, I thought I should take my time, try to do things in a “zen” way. (Ie be in present, “notice everything”. I have been living in the future for so long ie going up to live with family or not, since mid March...house obsessed..... not enjoying people at all... I thought I’ll try all day.

...... got ready to go to gym not castigating myself for taking so long getting dressed and washing hair (usually takes 30 to 40 mins so slow) the sun was out through the big gym windows and I took it slowly did yoga then 10 mins bike ride.
Looking out at the sun couldn’t bear to go home.

So I thought I’ll do something big and brave and face Ex feelings by going up to High Peak, “our special place that was so "us", so peaceful” .

And I enjoyed the drive (well relative to what “enjoyment” can be atm) and got up there.

And it was peaceful and parked up and it was mine - a couple of middle aged women were sat close by and it just felt nice - I could only manage a very short walk pp the hill but took a little stone back for my rockery symbolically as I always used to..for me.

I decided to set the sat-nav (google maps) for the first time but couldn’t make the talking voice work with directions although the map came up. But this was big for me too.

When I got home and the drive home something has changed too. It was like I had got my city back back. It was like it was a relief not to HAVE to move to City near family, I still have a choice......

(Maybe what I need to do is to go up and see family and stay in nearby hotel to see how it still feels. The whole “must move” came after a difficult weekend with them....

I was more relaxed and had 2 hours sleep but sadly when I woke 4.40pm I was in panic anxiety. I found a song that spoke to me it was a Leonard Cohen song, "Anthem"

"Ring the bells that still can ring
Forget your perfect offering
There is a crack, a crack in everything
That's how the light gets in"

(PS Still very much want to move to sunny flat near things I like!)

Been out today for the first time in weeks to somewhere other than hospital. DH had his Covid jab then we went to a waterside pub and had a coffee and sit in the sunshine. Really enjoyed it.
Sweetpeasue so pleased today you seemed to have had a good appointment. Your consultant was nice and listened that means so much. I imagine you will get a copy of his visit assessment soon and then if there are any discrepancies you can contact him and tell him what they are.
Try and relax for the rest of the weekend. Do you have Pain Management Monday? Is it on a bank holiday?
Wyllow I woke this morning with a headache, neck pain and a large drum solo going on in my ears, the other symptoms have subsided but the tinnitus is still going strong.,
I find it’s tension that does it and relaxing can help. I too use a hot water bottle or wrap a warm scarf round Over the top of my head and under my jaw.
What a lovely afternoon you had too. A brave thing to visit a favorite spot. Take time and think about moving. Doing things for the right reason is important.
HVDY sorry you are still feeling poorly again. Your weight loss is amazing but I hope the tum settles down soon. Perhaps a quiet weekend will do you good too.
Scaredycat have you been out at all today. I can’t tell you how nice it was to do something normal for a change. Sitting by the river and relaxing was so nice and it was really hot in the sunshine. Hope you’ve had a good day and the AF hasn’t been playing up.
Take care all. Have a good weekend.

SweetpeaSue It sounds as though the appointment went well and that the doctor actually took notice of what you said. Are going to try to HRT again? I hope the scan appointment comes soon, and that the pain management gives you some much-needed relief.

Wyllow You had a day out in the fresh air, got some exercise, had some peaceful moments, which all sounds good. Spending time in a hotel/B & B when you next see family seems a good idea.

Doodle I cannot say how glad I am that you did something "normal" and enjoyed. May there be more in the near future. Glad you've discovered the HWB trick! Especially with the drum solo which is a "nasty".

Glad you both took on my ever changing mind and feelings!

Go HVDY diet wise you van get there.

Wyllow Beautiful words in that song.( We don't need to be perfect, perfection is flawed?) You were brave to revisit a special place shared by your ex.
I find it hard to be in the present at times. Wanting my health back.
You don't need to make decision about moving now if you're not absolutely certain. Visiting your son and family again might help things fall into place so you can see the way forward.
Yes I felt I was heard today and will have the ultrasound to check lining.
I think Id rather ask GP for a bit more info on patch or google it when I'm less tired. If I bled again on HRT that's it-it will have to go. Shame because without it my knee joints and muscles in legs have really seized up plus the flushes n stuff.
Doodle I'm so glad youve had some time to yourselves and had such a nice day. You both deserve it so much. Yes, I usually get a copy of letter sent to GP. I hadnt realised you could correct discrepancies. TBH dont think I'll see him again if vag ultrasound is ok. Derrr! 🙄Bank holiday Monday, I forgot. I meant Id try and see where I am onPain M list as was referred last November.
HVDY Hope things have thoroughly settled now for you and you're feeling ok. I expect you'll feel quite fragile after all that. I asked how long the scan will be and he said 4/6 weeks though I'm thinking might be longer with the strikes.


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Doodle Great that you and your husband were able to enjoy a coffee in the sunshine. A pub by the river sounds really nice. I hope you'll be able to do more things like that. You both deserve some relaxation. I hope your Tinnitus settles down a bit. We've got DH's heart scan at 9am tomorrow, so an early start to get to the hospital. I've asked him if we can look at some (inexpensive) tiles or lino for the bathroom, ours is very tatty now. Then he's offered to make a (plain) Sunday dinner, so I'm looking forward to that.

Wyllow Thanks. I really will try hard, got a lot of weight to lose, but thinking of 1/2 a stone at a time.

ScaredyCat Hope the AF isn't bad today.
Whiff, EllieAnne, Candy, nadateturbe and others - hope you all have a restful night x

Evening all, late visit today.
Whiff what lovely words about us all. Thank you. Sad news about Cabbie’s DH. Didn’t know her but her loss is so sad.
Nadaterturbe good to hear from you. Thank you for thinking about us. We are thinking about you too and hope you are doing ok.
HVDY you sound like you’ve had a nasty bug. I hope you are getting stronger. I had a similar one a few years ago, really takes it out of you. I hope DH’s appointment goes well tomorrow and you manage to choose some nice flooring. Enjoy his Sunday roast.
Wyllow fully understand why you are having anxiety about moving. It’s a big thing. Such a good idea to spend time in your chosen location beforehand. Some years ago we were thinking of buying a holiday home on the coast. It seemed like a good investment, wasn’t too much money as it was a renovation project, which DH could do. We had started the purchasing process then one Saturday evening I suggested we visit. It was a totally different vibe and although we were bitterly disappointed, we pulled out. I remember not speaking at all in the 1.5 hour car journey home, but we both knew it wasn’t for us. Never regretted it either so it was obviously the right decision. So I think actually spending time at a location, seeing different things at different times of the day, is a good thing and well worth the effort. Your drive out sounds like it was cathartic. Your panic afterwards is understandable as it obviously brought things to the surface for you. I hope you are feeling better now.
Ellie Anne I’m sorry you and your DH have grown apart. I think it’s difficult when our children grow up and leave. You spend many, many years bringing them up and focusing on them then, all of a sudden, it’s over. We have certainly struggled more since it happened to us, not helped by my MH issues I think, but we’re ok thankfully. You say your DH doesn’t communicate much - do you think he’s depressed? If so, maybe meds or counselling would help? I hope so. I do understand how leaving isn’t easy. I could never imagine it either. I hope your day has been ok. I know weekends can be a struggle for you ❤️
Scaredycat lovely photo of the bluebells. They’re lovely flowers. They remind me of my childhood as the area we used to play in as children was carpeted with them. I see them now in the woods nearby where we live, but not as many. Hope the AF has behaved itself today and you are ok.
Sweetpeasue what a strange encounter with your former gynaecologist. Seems like it was a difficult moment for him too and maybe he felt guilty? Quite rightly so too. I’m glad your appointment went well. At least he’s willing for you to try HRT again. I used to be on the patches but am now on the gel. I bled too on the patches and didn’t on the gel until I increased the dose, I think it’s easier to control the dose on the gel. You may have already tried this though. I hope it works well for you this time. I hope your pain management appointment goes well.
Doodle I suffer tinnitus too. Lots of people do and it can be so disturbing. I hope yours has settled. Nice story about your house move, lovely you have a balcony. My dream to live overlooking the water. Must be lovely for you. Glad you did something “normal” today and you enjoyed your visit to the pub. I hope DH’s legs aren’t too sore tonight. We have come to our caravan for the weekend - an extra day to this weekend too😀. We went for a 7.5 mile walk today. Tired me out and I had to have another nananap this afternoon for 2 hours! Hence why I’m posting so late. Years ago, I would never have classed myself as outdoorsy but I definitely am. I love nature, fresh air and the sun ☀️.
I hope all have a restful night and ❤️ To all those not personally mentioned. Night night xx

How's everyone getting on today? It's been pleasant weather here. DH had his Bubble ECG, results will go to GP. I didn't go with him, as had the trots 6 times this morning (although hadn't eaten since last night - plain, boiled rice, plain chicken breast), so it's been another boring day. I've been looking online for clothes in a smaller size (not bought anything yet). Hope all BDers have managed to have a decent day x

Good afternoon all.
Doodle- so pleased you were,able to get out together and have a drink in the sun. I,m just imagining how good it must have felt to do something just for pleasure. May there be many more times this Summer.
So sorry the tinnitus is persisting.I think you are right it is tension and stress - also tiredness. I have had it 24/7 since 1992 when my Mum took her life- it’s a continuous one note whistle/ whine but I can ignore it a a lot of the time. My sister is the same.
Walked yesterday and today- AF is always there so just have to pace myself and be sensible.
I hope today is another nice sunny one for you.
HVDY- hope DH heart scan went off without any problems.
What a nice treat for you to have him cook dinner- it’s good that you feel more like eating today. Your weight loss is extraordinary - not a nice way to achieve it though as it sounded a nasty virus. Don’t work too hard as you must be a bit weak after the last few days.
SweetPeaSue- I,m glad that at your appointment yesterday you were able to say all that you needed to and you felt listened to.
Anxiety made you go over the conversation and worry about how or what you said - please don’t you were so well prepared.
Hope you have been pain free today and had as good a day as possible.
Wyllow- It must have been very emotional to be in your special,place again but the beauty of the High Peak is good for your soul isn’t it. I know it well as my sister lives there. Your rockery stone will be a reminder of how brave you were to return to that lovely place.
Your conclusion that you have a choice as to whether you move or not should hopefully free your mind a bit.
I think your idea of spending time in your “other” city is a good one. Experience a few days of living there,do the things you would like to do there and see how it goes.
Candy- hope you are enjoying your weekend at the Caravan.
That was a great walk you did - was it by the sea or in the country? It will have been good for you both to get away from the stresses of the past couple of weeks.
Fresh air and nanna naps go together!!
EllieAnne,Whiff, Nanny, Sallyyy, Nadaturbe and any one I,ve forgotten hope today is being kind to you.

Hope you are all OK today. Glad you got out Doodle.

Hello BD's. HVDY I'm upsizing cos of bulging tum/bowels and....charity shops have been my friend..especially if you lose more. its really persistent, your tum bug, isnt it? do you think it could be because you changed your diet very suddenly? (just trying to guess a reason)

Scaredycat what a sad reason that kicked off your tinnitus. Glad you got walks yesterday and today.

Candy I hope you are enjoying the caravan, you deserve a break.

Today I'd slept a bit better than the night before and quakers and an hour at the gym have left me in a better less anxious mood today.

Scaredeycat you suggest "I think your idea of spending time in your “other” city is a good one. Experience a few days of living there,do the things you would like to do there and see how it goes.".

Yes, that is the only sensible move. Problem is quite simple - an hour at the gym and Quakers have left me too exhausted and fluffy - usual post exercise stuff - CFS wise to do anything else even a phone chat to family.

Several days in a strange place (I don't do unfamiliar places with any ease) are currently - simply completely out of range.

If family were in the right time of their lives to drive me round a bit then it might be just possible, but there's no point wishing for what can't be. I am due to go up for a weekend but stay in a hotel (still to book) v near family in a couple of weeks, but that's quite a long way from my target city. Might help move it on in my thoughts.

Today especially being Quakers I had a strong sense of being able to make a life here going forward. so I will probably annoyingly vacillate here between different feelings for some time, sorry!.

Wave nadateturbe and bests to all other BD's

Wyllow I've been on this diet for 3 weeks, so that's not the cause. Must be a virus, I've never felt so ill as this week. My immunity is low because of the steroids. Seem ok at the moment. You've got no immediate decisions to make about moving, so take your time. It'll work out.

Managed to do ironing today and then we went for a walk for the first time in ages. Obviously not far but it was progress,
Not as warm as yesterday but not chilly and we enjoyed it.
HVdY I didn’t realise the hospitals were seeing patients over a the weekend. Hope tHe results are ok and you don’t have to wait long to hear from your Gp. Sorry you are still feeling poorly. You’re obviously not over it yet, I would hope things settle soon as you are eating all the right stuff. Not nice over a bank holiday weekend but better to stick to the diet than to have the upset continue. Hope you feel better soon.
Wyllow how are you today? My tinnitus is still there but in the background and I’ve had a better day.
Glad you slept better. Hope Quakers and Gym give you a better day. I listened to the CofE service from Kingston this afternoon. It was very interesting. I didn’t know they held the first coronation there with Athelred (I’m sure that’s not how you spell his name but you get the gist) the first King of England.. Apparently it was held there because it was between Wessex and Mercia and was supposed to symbolise the joining of the two lands.
No need to be sorry. Of course you will waver in your thoughts as time passes. It’s a lot to consider and you’ve been through so much. It’s right to think things through. We will be here to listen no matter what you decide,
Sweetpeasue it’s a good idea to correct medical letters if they contain errors. You never know who might get to see them one day. Yes chat to your Gp and research. I think I have worn our Google over the last week or so for information on DHs tests and possible outcomes. I can completely understand you don’t want to bleed again but the HRT can help other things. Why is there never a clear cut choice? Please do chase pain management. That’s a long wait so far. Keep pushing.
Scaredycat you are right, it was lovely to do something normal for a change. Tinnitus is a real problem isn’t it. Always there but sometimes can be ignored. Then on occasions coming on full blast. Hope you are managing to keep walking and trying to ignore the AF. Looking forward to some warmer weather and more walks.
Candy, crumbs you were up late/early. I was fast asleep by then.
Like you we once had plans to move to a coastal resort where we spent many happy holidays. Then one trip our car broke down and we were stuck in the town late evening. It wasn’t the same and we too re thought our decision. It’s good to think carefully about major things like moving home.
We like having a balcony. We overlook a river and we do enjoy it. I check the river to see if it’s windy, raining, calm or choppy. Love watching the boats go by too. As I write there’s a big river passenger boat going past, I expect it’s for an onboard party tonight. Hope the weather stays mild.
Wow that was some walk. You should be pleased with that.
nadateturbe yes it was nice to get out for a change, thanks. How have you been? Have you been out over the weekend?
Ellie Anne thinking of you on this bank holiday weekend. Must make it worse for you. Are you feeling any better yet?

Athelstan. Knew I’d got his name wrong. 🤣

Doodle Thanks, I'm hoping I'll be ok now. I've had appointments myself at weekends, and evenings. Some departments must be trying to catch up with backlogs. Glad you and your husband managed to get out for a while. The view from your balcony sounds so lovely.
EllieAnne, SweetpeaSue, Candy, ScaredyCat, Whiff, nadateturbe and others - hope you've all been ok today.

Son2 just rang, asked if he can come here for a shower . The one at his new house isn't much good. DH and his friend (a gas engineer) are going to take out the boiler and replace it with a combi one, also replace some radiators (DH is an electrician but will just be supervising). Hope all BDers have a relaxing evening x