General Chat

Evening All,

We were both tired so lay in this morning. It's been sunny and quite nice though. When we went to the chemist and shop there were two Squirrels gathering nuts from the grass under the tree this time. One was burying nuts in a flowerbed in the roadside verge.

My free delivery parcel came from Bon Marche this morning so that was quick work! I must open and check it is all there. Next I need to go on the Regatta Outlet site for a thin waterproof and see what fleece zip ups they have for wearing round the house. I like them as they dry so quickly which is good in the winter.

We need to be up early tomorrow as they are coming to see if the new door needs to be tsken out to replace the sill and also to replace the metal door strip on the opening edge. They only say between 8.00am and 5.00pm, so it could be a long day. OH was hoping I could give him a lift to the school in the village in the morning as the carpark is always full, but he's realised I will have to stay here in case the men come early, so is going to walk instead.

I didn't sleep well last night either AnnG so it's an early night for me and I hope you have a better night. I hope you had a nice day wherever you went.

Mel it seems to be working quite well to share a meal once a week. Quite a little party of you as you say. Were your jabs good this year too and no soreness or ache?

That loud bang must have been very scarey Mandy. Did it make Max bark? Does BIL like getting out and about on his mobility scooter? They are a good idea and I suspect it's something I might have to consider in the future, but at least it gets you out of the house and seeing people. I wonder whether our Frank ever got one?

I hope Vera managed to get some trousers and that her hip and back are improving.

Afternoon all,

Another beautiful day with sunshine, its really warm out ,yesterday was lovely in the afternoon and the temp got to 21 degrees.
We went shopping this morning and the shops were so hot with the heating on I was glad to get out into the fresh air .
We sat a while ago and there was an almighty bang the whole house shook ,we think it was a sonic boom as reading on fb a typhoon jet was scrambled to intercept an air India flight that was in trouble ,we did wonder if it was a gas explosion it was such a bang .

Em came for eggs just as I had my coat on to go for my jabs. Only had a little natter and then off I went. The carpark was chocker block as I knew it would be with a flu clinic on so I parked right at the end of the dead end and walked in. There were four people in front of me and I went down the corridor and there were four people in front of me again so I thought I'm going to be here for ages. Surprisingly I was the first name called and the other looked very put out! Quick jab in each arm and I was away.

Its a beautiful day here 15 degrees and pc says partly sunny but it well out at the mo with big white and grey cloudy and blue sky. I wonder how long it will last?

Morning Anng and all,

Nice bright morning here so far pc says 3 degrees and expect light rain tomorrow. Now is says partly sunny. I can see the sun and its very welcome after the dreary days we have had lately.

Covid and flu jab this morning so I better get on as I have to be there sor 11.15am.

Had a great meal last night at Stu's he did chicken and sausages, brocc, carrots, leeks new pots and sweet pots done in the oven and he made a Bar B Q sauce which was great. His girl was there and her dad who only lives down the road from me in another little village, and James his son so quite a party.

Good morning all. Bad night last night, only 2-3 hours sleep, going out at0930 so had to be up early. Now showered and hair washed but could easily crawl back into bed.

Just lost it!!

I hope your back is better in a couple of days Vera as I know only to well about getting into bed witha bad back and hip.

I did a bit of spraying of some miniature sausepans etc up the caravan and forgot to ut gloves on so I have nice black patterns on my fingernails and fingers and it did'nt come off in the shower. I would try a bit of nail varnish remover if I could find it.

I am going to Stuart's but he did'nt say what the menu was so its going to be a surprise. He did tell me he's been shopping after the hospital appointment so I am wondering what its going to be. I don't always like surprises for dinners incase its something I don't like or can't eat.

It's been a beautiful day, sunny and warm though very breezy, but for some reason I've had the shivers all day. Even with the heating on and the sun streaming through the windows I've been wearing 2 jumpers. I feel OK so I expect it will pass.

Yesterday I decided to deal with the last big pot of geraniums in the garden and managed to strain my back in a different place. It's not too bad till I lift my right leg to get in the car or on the bed etc, then the air can be a bit blue. It's annoying but I'm not worried about it as it just feels like an awkward strain that will be better in a couple of days. I've trimmed the plants right back and potted them up individually into the mini greenhouse and also managed to get some cuttings from them though I am not sure they will take. I then saw on the ground by our back fence 2 roof tiles, one whole and one smashed to bits and found they are from the shed in one of the gardens that back onto ours. OH has been round and told the wife and given her the tile that's still in one piece.

Mel, enjoy your meal with Stuart wherever you have it. It sounds as though you have been getting on well with your Tudor bits and pieces.

I'm glad the rain held off for you today AnnG. I like the sound of your peachy coloured sweater. We're going shopping tomorrow to Freeport which is a retail outlet centre. I am hoping to get some trousers that actually fit me though I am not optimistic. There is a small M&S shop so I'll try there first. I used to buy a lot of my shoes at the Hotter shop there but that closed, as did Cotton Traders. That's the problem, you never know what shops you are going to find. There is a lovely cookware place that I usually get something in. If I get nothing else I'll probably be able to find some Secret Santa gifts. I've got 3 to get. I'll also get lunch out so I won't have to cook tomorrow night.

I had to cancel a chiropody appointment I had 2 weeks ago as I was unwell and rebooked it for today so I've been there this afternoon. My feet feel a lot more comfortable now.

I'd better get on. I need to ring a friend to wish her well with an eye op she is having tomorrow morning and then it'll be time to start getting our meal ready.

Forecast wet today so we drove to a large shopping centre near Bournemouth. Had a coffee and shared a lemon muffin with Daughter, then had a look round several shops. My good watch ‘s battery has stopped so I bought a cheap watch in Next. Always good to have a second watch. Also bought a thick pale peachy coloured sweater in M&S. stopped at Waitrose to buy stuff for our meal tonight. Back to Northern Byre to read and it has not really rained at all just a bit of drizzle.

Hi Ann nice to know you're both ok but have been out and about. That was good oh did'nt buy the book and then saw it in The Works. Yes the oil smell seems to have gone now and the pipe that was leaking looks dry so I am hoping I have no more trouble with that.

Interest has gone down on Nationwide and the bank where I have some saving had a letter telling me this morning.

Don't know if I am going to Stu's tonight or if he's coming to me. When I rang only his yungest son was there and he said dad would be back in an hour and that was 1pm so I have to ring again after two. I like to know if I am cooking to get it over and ready if he's coming or if I go to him and take something with me.

I have varnished some miniatures this morning and painted a table top and two Tudor benches and a small table to dress with witchy things so a good mornings work.

It was so wet everywhere this morning but not raining until about 11.30am.

Better get something to eat now as I'm hungry only having salad last night.

Morning All,

It's 14 degrees with rain forecast at teatime so not too bad. We are fine thanks Mel. I did a post yesterday evening and then lost it, and also the will to do it all again! I'll start afresh today. I hope the oil smell is disappearing since yesterday's visit by the boiler man.

You seem to be finding plenty to see AnnG and are being lucky to have no rain. Also some places for nice meals. How's the leg doing with the walking........sometimes it can help? That was lucky to get some fungi photos for your next meeting too.

Mandy thanks for the mention of Bon Marche with 20% off. I ordered some nightdresses and bras yesterday. :-D I might go back to EWM as they had a couple of tops I liked. When we went yesterday, we called for a coffee at Costas in the building with Next and Waterstones. OH saw Boris's new book in there but decided to wait till it comes down in price. When we then popped in EWM at the garden centre on the way back and he looked in The Works there he was surprised to see the same book at half the price so he got it! Then we had to go back to Costas as he'd left his cap on a seat there. Luckily it was still there!

I'd better get on now and pop to the shop for a few bits. OH has 2 meetings and also a zoom today so it better be something quick for lunch.

Morning girls,

Dull and dreary here thin morning but its not cold as its 16 degrees. As I had two very early starts waiting for the boiler an I had a lie in this morning. Woke at 8.13am and had an hours lie in till 9.10am.

Not sure whats happening tonight with Stu, whether I'm going there or he's coming here. Think I'll make a chicken and broccoli plate anyway.

No Annx yesterday hope they were just busy and not flooded out or anything nasty.

Morning all,

Looks like it could rain the sky is very cloudy but I think it should be dry with even a little sun later ,it's suppose to be getting to 21 degrees so much milder .

Sister and bil should be coming this morning ,bil has a mobility scooter now so he's coming on that ,they only live about twenty minutes walk away so not far for sister to walk .

You've done well with the weather so far Anng so hope it's not going to be to wet today for you.

Good morning all. Dry but quite dark with grey skies. Rain forecast for today so a shop visit planned to keep dry. So far we have had three dry days so can’t complain.

Its been quite nice here today but it did start to rain about 5pm and is stil raining now.

Iv'e been fishing leaves out of the big pond many times today as the breeze has been bowing them the wrong way into the pond. The fish think every time I fish them out they are going to be fed.

Paid the leccy bills today but spoke to someone to do it.

I have done some painting of 6 mini loaves of bread, two leaf dishes and a wheatsheif today so feel I have done something. I also put the shopping away and emptied the rabbit trap, third one in two weeks.

Going to have a salad tonight with nice boiled eggs, beetroot, cue, lettuce, and toms from the garden.

Your meal sounded nice Anng and daughters and SIL's. I hav'nt had fish and chips for ages now maybe treat myself tomorrow when the van comes.

Today we drove out to a car park at Hengistbury point visitor centre and had a coffee before walking almost to Mudford Point and back via a lovely woodland walk with views across to Christchurch. We had a good look round the visitor centre and part of the museum, although we were tired by now having walked just under two miles.Drove the car back to the barn and then walked round to The Woolpackfor a lovely meal I had slow cooked bridket on mashed potatoes with a nice sauce, followed by bread and butter pudding and custard. Everything is cooked fresh on the premises with as far as possible locally sourced ingredients. It was really nice as was, apparently Daughters liver on mashed potatoes with greens and gravy. SiL had fish and chips.

Thank you Vera for forwarding the photos.
The church is very impressive and I love the picture of the amazing ceiling.

That's lucky AnnG that you were able to get some photographs for November's subject.
I remember visiting Exbury gardens when they were bright and colourful with azaleas and rhododendrons, for which they are renowned, I believe.
I look forward to reading about more of your days out.

Quite a pleasant day here, bright and dry. I've looked out for the comet on several evenings, but haven't been lucky so far. Too much cloud most days.
Maybe tonight ?

Good afternoon ladies (and men if any look in)

A grey, mizzly day. It’s that rain in the air with an occasional light shower so you get soaked if you go outside and the paths are permanently wet. I hope it’s nicer where you are AnnG.

OH has steam cleaned all the tiled floors for me which is a big help. When the light catches them I can still see marks on the kitchen bit of the floor but I don’t think any amount of cleaning will remove them now. The dining section and the hall are OK, as are the uti, little cloakroom and conservatory. I’d really like to have new tiled floors laid but it involves such a big area that I don’t think I could justify the enormous cost and I don’t want the upheaval. I have wondered whether to talk to OH about having a wood floor laid in the hall which would match our lounge but that would be an expensive option as well. I’ve just got him to agree to getting a bit of work done on the outside of the house and getting it repainted in the Spring so I’d better not suggest too much at once ;-)

I’ve had an easy morning while OH has been cleaning so I’d better spoil him a bit and get him something nice for his lunch

He's been so lets see if we have no leaks this time. Kitchen stinks of oil again so I have the window open. He went at 9.22am.

Morning all,

Very overcast and dull this morning but so far its dry .

Vera thanks for Anng's photos, I thought what a big church it was too ,I wonder how many went or should I say were put on the ducking stool .

I want to go into Bon Marche today and get a couple of pairs of jeans as mine are a big big since I lost a bit of weight they have 20% off everything for the next three days so that will be a saving .
I had a better night with no fidgets ,I think I was just so tired I went out like a light .
I enjoyed the Owens too ,I wonder how much has been done as that was filmed last October.
A new series of Ben Fogle life in the wild tonight ,we like that so I've put that to record.

Just had an email to say I have one sub and its my loaf they have sent Hovis wholemeal uinstead of Warburtons and I find Hovis sweet now so thats going back.