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Cheshire CheeseSeptember 17, 2023 at 4:37 PM
ReplyDeleteIs anyone watching Strictly this year?
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Lady RSeptember 17, 2023 at 5:19 PM
Yes CC at least it is a few weeks of colour and cheer 🎼 💃🏼 I am expecting Annabelle Croft to do well (and as she only lost her husband in May and within a few weeks of diagnosis I am sure Wimbledon and throwing herself into SCD has and will be a great help to her) I also have fingers crossed for Angela Rippon who shares my birthday although she is 3 yrs older - which will make her 79yrs soon wow no way could I even attempt what she is about to!
Certainly she still has those legs we saw on The Morecambe and Wise show all those years ago, and I love Kai so 🤞🏼
What are your thoughts so far?
MiriamSeptember 17, 2023 at 5:38 PM
ReplyDeleteCC YES! Love it.
I really enjoyed the show last night. It has such a feel good factor, which is so beneficial as the nights draw in, as the weather gets colder.
As someone who lives alone, I so love this as it so brightens up my Saturday Nights, which otherwise would be quitevnon-descript.
I have danced, be it many years ago now, so appreciate what I see.
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MiriamSeptember 17, 2023 at 5:47 PM
As this is not a Strictly site, I will just say those who really caught my eye:-
Ellie + Vito
Amanda + Graziano
Angela + Carlos.
All did so well and are so brave.
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Cheshire CheeseSeptember 17, 2023 at 6:25 PM
I was interested to see Craig dance after his hip replacements. I noticed that he didn't do as much as the other judges. I was sorry that Nadia hasn't got a partner this year, I'm also sad about Amy as I really like her.
I'm waiting to see how the pairings work out.
Proud to be Yorkshire.September 17, 2023 at 8:47 PM
ReplyDeleteA haunting in Venice.
We were disappointed. Wasn’t as good as the previous 2 with Kenneth B. It was also set at night in a big palazzo so was very dark for the whole film. I wouldn’t go and see it again. I wouldn’t really recommend it either which is a shame. I’d be interested I anyone else’s opinion of it if they go.
Watched strictly. Will record it so I can whizz out the ones I don’t want to watch.
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Lady RSeptember 18, 2023 at 9:58 AM
What a shame ptby 😕
Good idea re SCD particularly in the early stages 15 couples!
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Lady RSeptember 18, 2023 at 9:53 AM
Mr R will be having both his jabs today Flu /Covid 🤞🏼 the mix will go ok, and I have just had a text from my surgery offering appointments for same starting from next Tuesday (our friends Anniversary) so have booked for Wednesday lunchtime so thrilled not to have to travel to Basingstoke for the first time ever (a round trip of approx 22 miles plus all the parking etc). Although to be fair Mr R goddaughter was kind enough to take me once the location was transferred to the shopping mall but I always insisted on recompensing her plus the car park fee I was just so grateful but it did mean leaving Mr R too so all in all very thankful for this change.
AmbridgesMrsPSeptember 18, 2023 at 10:14 AM
ReplyDeleteI’m off for my B12 this morning.
Flue jab in a week or so.
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ArcherphileSeptember 18, 2023 at 11:07 AM
Bit late coming in on SCD - but yes, we watched and will be watching every week
Commented to Mr A last night that we are back in Autumn/Winter mode now - Saturday nights means a lovely beef casserole with dumplings while watching Strictly!
As usual didn’t know half the contestants but will get to know them over the coming weeks.
And Hooray! As a dedicated fan, I am thrilled that Neighbours returns today having been axed by Channel 5 last year. We can now watch the new series on Amazon’s FreeVee channel which you can download as an app. No need to be a Prime member, it’s all free. Thank you Amazon for taking me back to Ramsay Street and the doings of Toady, Karl and Susan! 😃
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Lady RSeptember 18, 2023 at 3:29 PM
I thought of you immediately I heard this Archerphile 🤗
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ReplyDeleteMiriamSeptember 18, 2023 at 3:01 PM
I was meant to have 'flu jab today, to get a message this morning that appt. had been cancelled.
I did though find the NHS app. was now taking covid bookings. I could have had one done anytime, on any day this week, but decided not a good idea as I have a busy few days and full weekend coming up, and as always react in some way! All booked for Weds. next week.
I know some-where where I can get a flu vaccine on walk-in, but this can wait for a couple of weeks as covid is the more important one, in my mind.
Also did not want both together!
Great picture KP - bright and happy 💃🏼💃🏼💃🏼
ReplyDeleteFew posts again Lady R! Nor much happening I suppose.
ReplyDeleteI did make a short foray into Basingstoke yesterday, to try driving on my own, which took quite a bit of nerve on my part - specially round the huge roadworks that are going on at one of the roundabouts.
Managed to walk from car park as far as Boots but felt very wobbly walking round the shop so cut trip short and came home.
Spend three hours asleep in the afternoon, in consequence!
Posting at the same time I guess AP. Driving into Basingstoke how very brave of you at anytime especially at this particular time for you and with big roadworks too. You did the right thing in coming back sooner rather than pushing it. Do hope you feel a little better today and thank you for popping in to join me ⭐️
DeleteThe teams that were doing the jabs in the now closed Hub are the ones doing them in the Alton Practices. Great for us no more travelling 👏🏻
Mr R had both jabs and all ok afterwards in general did have a headache for a short time in the evening and also a spell as though he had a runny cold. Never had any effects before but as so brief not really an issue. My turn next Wednesday 🤞🏼Not an exciting post but as no one has been around for some time again thought I would try to get the SCD glitter ball rolling 🤗
ReplyDeleteWhat windy weather we are having a wonder the silver birch tree on the green outside our window is still standing! However nothing as bad as the floods in the South West all that mud inside homes especially the 95yr old lady’s home, bless her everyone came to help her most heartwarming.
Hello, not much to add but still here.
ReplyDeleteI am going for an hour's drive this afternoon to collect two small pots i made back in July, my daughter paid for a private lesson for me, (Mothers' Day). I can hardly remember what they looked like.
The potter was in a programme on the BBC called something like Take it to Market, she is from Scandanavia and does beautiful stuff. The lesson was really interesting, I've never used a wheel before, took more muscle than I expected.
If they look ok, I will put a photo up!
A very interesting post Mistral, look forward to a pic of your triumphal pots. A great experience for you.
DeleteSarnia and others I do not track planes on my phone but on YouTube there is a chap called “Big Jet”
ReplyDeleteand he shows live comings and goings at Heathrow right now there are some hairy landings / attempts to do so but going up again. Full runway lights on and looks like thick fog but rain spew I guess ✈️
Some 'interesting' occurrences here too, Lady R. With only one runway and wind that keeps changing direction the controllers are hard put to work out which landing approach to use. Consequently aircraft are being sent from north to south and back again as the wind changed with each attempt at landing.
ReplyDeleteI would not like to be landing on Jersey in current conditions: the runway leads up to the cliff-edge, with all the attendant up-draughts, and I have to say that in autumn/winter it's one of the scariest airports I've had to use. Journeys to and from college as a student used to leave me shaking sometimes!
Several aborted landings here too, with aircraft going round in circles to come in for another attempt. Leaves complicated patterns all over the screen.
ReplyDeleteMrNuts has been in Italy this week, flew to Milan on Monday, presentation yesterday morning then train to Rome, another presentation this morning then flying back to Heathrow this evening. Poor thin is going to be whacked by the time he gets home, he doesn’t like business travel at the best of times & normally manages to avoid it. At least next month’s trip to Amsterdam will probably be his last before he retires next year. Although if I am honest I rather enjoy having the bed to myself for a couple of nights! 🤭
ReplyDeleteOh dear KP…… is it time to think about separate beds ?
DeleteKP Nuts...as a single person, I love having a double bed all to myself. I certainly use it all, as sleep diagonally across it!
DeleteI cannot sleep in a single bed, as always fall out whilst trying to get into my normal position, whilst half-asleep.
SARNIA so sorry belated but “HAPPY BIRTHDAY” 🎂 💐 I meant to post just after midnight, not been much of a weather day but your planes have been entertaining you! YouTube had many different airports live… 1999 when we visited Madeira it still only had a short runway at that time and a very quick landing and take off 😱
ReplyDeleteMany happy returns of the day Sarnia.🎁🎉✈️
ReplyDeletehappy birthday Sarnia, many happy returns/landings :)
ReplyDeleteThank you kindly one and all! My son has given me a beautiful aeroplane for my birthday. It's a de Havilland Dragon Rapide biplane of the kind I used to see at Guernsey Airport as a child, quite a large model with a 10in wingspan.
ReplyDeleteWow that is some gift Sarnia and so very thoughtful 🤗
DeleteA very belated but heartfelt happy birthday Sarnia! Do hope you had a lovely day.
ReplyDeleteYou sound almost as addicted to aeroplanes as we are, our most treasured one being the first model of the Airbus A380 which our son helped design. I don’t think it would be very suitable for Guernesey though!
Planes and boats are always a lifeline when you live on an island, AP: in prolonged bouts of rough weather you can be cut off from the mainland for weeks at a time. My sister went for nearly 3 .months without cooking facilities once, when her new calor gas stove was marooned in Portsmouth docks. I grew up to the sound of aircraft on the tarmac - it meant that mail and newspapers had arrived if nothing else.
DeleteI think Jersey can take air bus A320, but largest on Guernsey is an Embraer belonging to Aurigny. Alderney airport is tiny and is served by two Dorniers now that the beloved Trislanders are no more.
I must say we greatly enjoyed a trip to Jersey from Southampton via Aurigny a few years ago. Lovely to fly on a small aircraft with very personal and helpful service. And superb views nearing the islands.
DeleteA belated happy birthday Sarnia.
ReplyDeleteIt's a bright, sunny day here. I should have taken advantage of the respite from the wet and windy weather that we have been having to catch up on my long list of gardening jobs but we ended up having a lovely walk at Quarry Bank this morning. Hopefully the showers will hold off this afternoon and I'll get something done in the garden.
CC can you send your weather here had hoped to have a ride out today for lunch further than up the road but started lashing with rain as we were about to leave. Still fairly steady and the difficulty is Mr R getting to the car if not dry and also his electric power chair
Deleteto be loaded. Oh well always another day! Happy gardening 👩🌾🤞🏼
Hope you had a lovely birthday Sarnia.
ReplyDeleteI’ve had a pottering day putting things away for winter in the garden. Dug up my courgette plants and picked up 3 million ruddy beech nuts. Thought I ought to do that instead of cleaning other half of living room whilst it was dry. Just nicely come in to rest for a bit. Still a bit breathless after covid.
Far too wet to do gardening after all the torrential rain. Garden is very boggy + squelchy.
ReplyDeleteAm busy, as catering for our big Family week-end. Tomorrow is endless preparations after having done the shopping as needed and early prep. today for Saturday
My problem is transporting it all to the home of Big Sis (25miles away), so to arrive intact.
I am in charge of puddings for 16 and am making two cheesecakes.
One has a base of Oreo biscuits with a lemon chescake filling with swirls of home-made bluebery curd in it.
The second is also a cheesecake, with an oatmeal biscuit base, but with a chocolate made from both milk + dark chocolate with fresh raspberries in it.
Third is a fresh fruit pavlova and a large fresh fruit salad.
I will need to drive carefully!
Sunday is a BBQ at ex bro in laws(big Sis's 1st husband) but father of the 3 nieces, and Grandad to the 5 youngsters.
It should be fun
PS The blueberry/lemon curd, which I made today, tastes wonderful, but it took me over 2hours to make...but worth the effort.
...but won't mention the washing up. There was so many bowls, saucepans, grater + lemon squeezer, spoons
DeleteIt all sounds delicious Miriam.
Delete...didn't finish post, but the drift was there. PS Had blueberry stains every-where, as so messy.
DeleteOh Miriam I want some of all of it - lucky family!!
DeleteMay I go back to Strictly, briefly? In previous years, the dances for each new couple plus the music, has been known by now. Sadly, there is no knowledge of this yet. I just love to know who is dancing what, before the Saturday night show.
ReplyDeleteI always sign into the BBC Strictly page each year to read all about such things Miriam but only the contestants on there so far - I also thought the songs would be there by now! Maybe tomorrow…..
DeleteYes to the pavlova and fresh fruit salad but the other flavour combinations sound a bit too turbulent for me!
DeleteStill, as has been said, lucky family.
Miriam “Happy Birthday” 💐🎂🎁🎈today and have a great weekend with your family.
ReplyDeleteThis is the time of day I should have posted for Sarnia 🫢
Happy happy birthday for yesterday Miriam (didn’t log in until this morning, so missed the right day)
ReplyDeleteHope you had a really lovely, if very busy, time.
I might steal your idea for using Oreo biscuits fora cheesecake base. I get a bit fed up with digestives and sometimes use ginger nuts but they are a bit hard to crush!
My mistake ! It’s today! Happy Birthday Miriam!! ❤️ 🎈 🎉 🎊
DeleteI meant to post this a couple of days ago but forgot. I have been watching thé visit of the King and Queen to France with interest.
ReplyDeleteI must say I thought Charles was very ungracious on arrival at Charles de Gaul airport. He made his way alone down the aircraft steps leaving poor Camilla to struggle down, well behind him, holding the rail with one hand and trying to clutch her hat, holding her bag at the same time with the other hand, in the strong breeze. She looked faintly ridiculous and undignified. Not once did he turn around to check that she was OK.
I think someone should send a collection of attractive hat pins to Camilla as she often has trouble with hats. I remember her clutching onto her feathery hat at their wedding and again at various times in this visit to France. I believe the late Queen always used a glamorous hat pin and never seemed to have to hold her hat on!
Interesting one Archerfile. I seem to remember one of the things commented on about poor Princess Diana was that she didn't follow protocol and walk several steps behind Prince Charles. Camilla always does on official occasions but I wonder how much longer she will be able to keep up with all the tours and engagements. To me she sometimes look as if she feels her age now. They are having to work at a time when most are retired and enjoying a bit of peace and quiet.
DeleteMy thoughts are the same as yours Janice. Yes C & C are way younger than our late Queen but they are being thrown into all of this way later in life I feel worn out for them. So many say oh I’d change places in a heartbeat no household chores to do ,no money worries but also no choice in putting your feet up as and when instead Banquets and speeches not to mention Ping Pong 😂
DeleteArcherphile it was Camilla’s dress blowing up in the wind that was also a worry, good job she was not wearing stockings and suspenders 😱 I also could not understand the hat problem yesterday or her wedding day she must have a “dresser” who should be seeing to such things.
I remember reading that the late Queen always had little weights sewn into the hems of her dresses and coats to avoid the blowing up problem.
DeleteAnd I know it is protocol for the spouse to walk a few steps behind the sovereign but poor Camilla could really have done with a hand down those aircraft steps. Would it have been beyond protocol for a steward or stewardess to have helped her?
She is clearly in need of a gallant Captain!
DeleteBetter loan Camilla yours then Sarnia 🤗
DeleteNow you point it our Archerphile I can recall the story regarding weights in the hems of the late Queens dresses etc to protect modesty. Someone made as if to help Kate from inspecting the interior of a helicopter during a visit of some kind very recently but suddenly realise it would not be protocol. I really worried that Camilla might take an undignified tumble down those plane steps what a disaster that would have been regarding both injury and dignity. A President Biden moment and as such one that I would not wish to witness 🫢😏
Happy birthday Miriam. 🎉🎁🎂 It sounds like you will have a wonderful feast at the weekend.
ReplyDeleteJust to say in case you ever had to feed someone who is gluten free I have been cooking for a friend who recently moved to Finland and is back here for a visit. I have found that almond milk plus Birds Custard Powder makes a really nice tasting custard, useful for trifle as well as simply just with stewed fruit.
I meant dairy free not gluten free! although our friend is both 😣
DeleteI've got a friend who is both dairy and gluten free. It makes catering interesting when she visits us.
DeleteTry all that plus vegetarian and you have my daughter-in-law.
DeleteHappy birthday Miriam. Sounds like you'll be busy but should be able to celebrate tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteI've turned into a grumpy old woman. We went into town this morning to get some bits and pieces. I was in Boots choosing some makeup and was accosted three times by three different people in the space of five minutes asking if I needed help. The third one told me that the beautician was available, to which I replied "do I look like I need the services of your beautician?" She was somewhat flummoxed by the reply and I felt bad afterwards as I know they are just doing their job. I was so frustrated at not being left alone to get on with my shopping.
I know how you felt CC. It’s even worse if they address you as ‘dear’ or ‘my love’ as once happened to me in Sainsburys. Makes me feel ancient!
DeleteI’ve had “my lovely” too maybe just being friendly but yes felt like an old fogie 😳
DeleteHappy birthday to Miriam and belated birthday wishes to Sarnia.
ReplyDeleteSorry, have not logged in for a day or so.
Archerphile how are you feeling now following your shopping foray to Basingstoke, do you think part of your feeling whilst out was anxiety if so very understandable in circumstances. I can get this more so in the morning if it does happen just general apprehension about happenings in life either to family as is the case right now or ourselves. Fortunately it usually wears off as the day progresses.
ReplyDelete(Rescue Remedy spray can come in handy to carry with you for such times or for use at home too if needed)
I’ve long held a loose fancy to try Archery.
ReplyDeleteThis afternoon I had my official trial session.
Well it’s goodbye to that hope then.
My arthritic hands just about managed the Bow without pain, and I was able to locate the arrow in the correct manner.
But since my left arm has never been straight and my congenital double scoliosis means that I have always had to work against the double twist to remain upright, the combination of the two worked against me.
Either my strait ( ish ) left arm bent as the right arm pulling back the string ( ? ) held or the left arm remained straight but my back could not support the pull on the right.
I did manage to let go and fire several arrows and they did actually hit the practice target, nevertheless it was pretty obvious that it wasn’t going to be possible for me to continue beyond the taster session.
I am disappointed but unbroken !
Respect for giving it a go MrsP - you are a gal and no mistake 🤗
DeleteThere is a romantic appeal about archery, I have tried it on several occasions without much success, I think the combination of being left handed with a very dominant right eye means I struggle with my aim. Regardless of my lack of ability I have happy memories of a family lesson on my younger daughter’s 7th or 8th birthday at the Sherwood Forest Centerparc.
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ReplyDelete5 years just dissapeared, and family is just as it was before. The difference were the youngsters, 5 cousins, but it was if they had always known each other, even though many met for the first time today.
Tomorrow will be the the same, as a big family BBQ and making yet more memories.
Thanks for the Birthday Wishes it meant a lot. 🥰
A magical day.
DeleteGlad that it went well Miriam, moments to be treasured.
DeleteSounds like a lovely family day Miriam, I hope everyone enjoyed your desserts (or were those for today? )
DeleteMy SCD post is on the wrong blog I have asked KP to help me out to repost it here 💃🏼
ReplyDeleteSo pleased to hear how lovely part one of your weekend was Miriam no doubt enjoying part two right now 👏🏻
I enjoyed Strictly as well Lady R, quite a few good dancers this year. We saw Nigel Harman in the musical Shrek when we visited our daughter in London about 12 years ago. Every time I see him it conjures up an image of him as Lord Farquar in the musical, maybe Strictly will help to dispel that image. Having performed in musical theatre must help him with the performance side of the dances.
DeleteA good looking man CC if one if is allowed to say such things these days 🫢 either way I am doing so!!
ReplyDeleteIt’s an opinion Lady R !
DeleteI hope we are still allowed opinions, if only on this blog.
So your entitled to it IMO
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DeleteI too am thinking of Miriam’s second day of family get togethers.
ReplyDeleteAnd very envious of anyone that has a wide family all in touch, and happily so.
Hope it goes as well as yesterday Miriam.
Lady RSeptember 24, 2023 at 10:03 AM
ReplyDelete“Strictly” anyone? We throughly enjoyed it so uplifting to see such colour and happiness on a Saturday night 💃🏼 Les Dennis bless him appears to be this years plodder but will probably be popular with many viewers as is the normal form! As the eldest ever contestant at 79yrs next month Angela Rippon held her own - those legs ⭐️ loved Annabelle Croft so tiny and graceful and seemingly a lovely person. An overall high standard for week one and in the main very generous marks - even from Craig in most cases.
(Looking forward to reading others views)
Lady R...Me.
DeleteAm a total SCD fan. I did watch on catch-up last night, but needed to rewatch the actual dances this morning.
A great start...
Brilliant family BBQ today- though had to avoid the showers, not that these bothered me, as am well used to BBQ's in the rain. Nephew-in- law went to a local butcher and bought home-made beef + lamb burgers, and sausages- so delicious.
ReplyDeleteAll tired tonight. Family is so much fun but...
Self, bro-in- law plus the NIL ended up in the lounge watching the end of the Solheim Cup golf event...
so nail biting and exciting... 🏌♀️
I too enjoyed strictly. Agree, Les Dennis is this years plodder. Annabel Croft and that news reader were better than I thought they would be. It just lasts soooo long at this stage. Even though I whizzed through to the start of dancing. Will whizz out each intro to the couple next week. Haven’t got a favourite yet and I don’t know how the papers can claim such and such is the bookies favourite to win. They all need to be given a chance to learn.
ReplyDeleteI haven't got a favourite yet and agree about the bookies. I doubt that many had Hamza down as a winner at the beginning last year.
DeleteAfter the Launch show, I picked 4 couples who appealed to me:-
DeleteEllie + Vito
Amanda + Gio
Zara + Graz.
Angela S + Carlos.
Nigel + Katya was thr one couple, who thought could progress well, given time.
I belong to a SCD site, under another pseudonym....so thoughts are posted there.
Just loved seeing SCD again and ITT is also back, which leads nicely into The Archers...
It messes up my evening meal though.
What a morning today. I was up early, and it was only just getting light...
ReplyDeleteI had a taxi booked for 8.15am to go to a hosp. for an important eye clinic appt, and after 2 phone calls, it finally arrived 20mins late, so was late at hosp. I was a bit panicky by then, and couldn't find my house keys, to find I was sitting on them in the taxi 🤷♀️
To add, cleaning my distance glasses before leaving home, which were needed for the eye chart read, a lens fell out, but OK as my sunglasses have the same prescription lenses, so had to use them instead..
Straight to opticians after I got home, to find broken + no repair possible. I was lucky as although now a discontinued frame, there was one still tucked away (though a slightly different colour) so lenses put in while I waited for just £25. Happy Bunny, as the frames suit me and did not want the cost of new frames with new lenses, particularly as I am on the waiting list for a laser treatment, due to a very common problem after cataract surgery, affecting one eye only , causing hazy vision.
I was thankful for a lovely independant local optician and wonderful care at the hosp. eye clinic...feel lucky.
My thoughts on Strictly ? The first week is always far too long, I got fed up before the end so didn’t really watch the final man properly and apparently missed a good dance!
ReplyDeleteBut overall, amazing standards for the first week. The one couple I can’t make out is Nikita and that rather strange boy/girl?. Great dancing but is the contestant dancing as a male or female, or non-gender. Beautiful make up and costume, but I am confused!
...So get what you mean... Too much look at "Me, Me, Me"!
DeleteLooking around the garden this afternoon I realised that all the flowers are red, orange or yellow, very autumnal. Brilliant Orange Cala lilies, red, orange and bright yellow dahlias and crocosmia, deep red geraniums and yellow potentilla.
ReplyDeleteEarlier in the year it was all blues, pinks and purples, my preferred colour palette, but this time of year is very dramatic and cheerful.
Am so envious of your Calla Lillies, as mine have been awful this year. So much is now dying down, but do have a lovely, draping fuschia, which is bright pink. I do still also have a lovely bright orange/red gaillardia still blooming profusly and a bright purple ostomeria (well think it is), but whatever it is, is still colourful.
DeleteI have a £25 voucher, a Bday pressie, for a fantastic garden centre not far away, which will be spent so easily.
Sincere Apologies to All.
ReplyDeleteI have gone back to my very bad habit, of posting too much and in a quick succession!!!
Sorry..🙀
No need to apologise Miriam, your comments are all furthering different conversations, absolutely fine.
DeleteMy front terrace bed is looking lovely now.
DeleteThe grasses are filling out and growing even taller interspersed with the purple and pink perennials and covered with bark mulch.
It has been a struggle, but I have managed to maintain a dispassionate attitude throughout several months of dispute.
My neighbour above, here for seventeen years and much of it the mover and shaker regarding the property, appears to have extreme difficulty in accepting new neighbours different outlook and ways of being.
After shouting at and insulting me, ( “ this used to be gracious living you know” ) telling me I had to consult her in my every decision and disputing ownership of the terrace, she constantly interrupted throughout our AGM and finished by resorting to a tearful exit from the room. All this over a period of several months.
The result being that the other neighbour here for only a few months before me, ( and the golden girl - who can do no wrong - and we are able to joke about this ) as well as the management team have been able to see the manipulative actions of this person for what they are.
There are more changes to be tackled due to the gardens especially being neglected as the former residents have aged, and become incapable of the maintenance required. But I have confidence that in due course all will be refreshed and looking lovely.
My goodness Mrs P, sounds like a potential script for a new ‘continuing drama’ as soaps are called these days.
DeleteQuite an interesting list of characters already, but a pity you have to live amongst difficult people, though I am sure you can deal with them!
Well done for keeping your cool MrsP, I'm not sure that I would have done so.
DeleteMistral - how is the house sale/ purchase proceeding ?
ReplyDeleteDo keep us in the loop, and I’m hoping it’s not getting too stressful for you.
Oh, dear, poor Mrs P. Politics at every turn!
ReplyDeleteHello Mrs. P, Thanks for asking. The most stressful bit is having to be unnaturally tidy, and now having to find a roofer due to my flat roof deciding to leak in heavy showers. Lots of interest in week one, none in week two, I am thinking of putting it up for auction. The propety I want is still on the market. I looked at a bridging loan but I think it is too risky - I can't afford to take financial risks. It's just that it has taken me so long to get to the position of selling, I now expect the world to jump at my convenience! I am keeping busy creosoting fences and reinforcing the boundary wall, so I feel useful and pro-active. Otherwise, it is all out of my hands and I try very hard not to make plans. It sounds as though you have had your hands full, glad you are pushing ahead with your own vision. I like to think of you living 'ungraciously' and sincerely hope I will do the same. (Like the poem about the woman in a purple hat).
ReplyDeleteThat’s given me a laugh Mistral.
DeleteYou know that woman came from Stroud, and I must say the poem typifies Stroud.
Don’t make that financial mistake Mistral.
You admit it’s taken a long time to get to the point your at now.
But that is only stage one.
Your buyer will appear and if the flat you want is gone by then, another will become available and might even trump the one your looking at now.
Do your best to keep positive and I must say I do admire you for keeping busy while you wait.
Waiting, for me, led me into a state of nothingness, mentally wringing my hands.
Do you have any useful hints on how to live ungraciously, Mrs P? I must admit that given my line of work it wouldn't be easy, but nevertheless the idea appeals to me greatly.
ReplyDeleteHaving an 18 month old grandson helps one a lot in living ungraciously. Joining in jumping and splashing in puddles comes to mind! So does reverting to the flowing brightly coloured skirts of my youth simply because he likes bright colours and likes hanging on to them as we walk. Re. clothing, in the christening picture his mum is wearing a traditional special occasion Filipino dress made of pineapple fibres, which I found interesting. It has a nice texture.
ReplyDeleteI really miss those things about having young grandchildren Janice.
DeleteMine are all too old to play with Grandma, apart from the odd board game. They certainly kept me young when they were small and I thoroughly enjoyed looking after them from babyhood until they started school. Made me feel I still had a purpose in life.
No storm yet - in fact its a lovely, calm, warm + sunny late afternoon.
ReplyDeleteIt might well be the "calm before the storm". I hope others aren't suffering.
Covid vacc. done this morning. I went to a different and new, vaccine hub, 5 miles away. So slick and professional, with car parking stewards and loads of seats to sit + wait... Drive home only took me 12 mins!
Ah, Janice, the brightly coloured, flowing tiered skirts have already turned up, one with large red flowers with a dash of white, and green leaves on a black background and another in pink, green and white, with a pink top and lacy white cardigan. I love the first one, with a black tip and lacy cardigan, but haven't dared wear the other one yet because it looks a bit too 'weddingy' for this time of year. Hope it still fits in the spring and the extra weight hasn't gone back on!
ReplyDeleteYou should see some of my get-ups!
DeleteI have a wonderful floaty skirt - black with bright red and purple flowers.
My latest buy is a pair of "palazzo" pants, black/white + purple, worn with a vibrant purple top + a white cardi (for warmth if needed).
OK, I am "Mutton dressed as Lamb", but don't care at all, as it's Me.
PS My nieces love my look! But are they just being kind..🤣
Why so Miriam after all you are still a youngster 🤭 to most of us anyway!
DeleteI have just reached 69yrs now. To think I have to renew my driving licence next year...
DeleteI was watching a programme about couples, who think that they can buy a spectacular property abroad, with a low budget!
DeleteThe presenter was wearing a lovely dress which I so admired.
I then remembered that I have the same dress, bought on sale, hanging in my wardrobe and not yet worn yet! It will be.
Attagirl, Miriam!
DeleteTOP not tip!!!
ReplyDeleteFor devotees if A A Milne (When we were Very Young; Now we are Six): my English SiL bought Mr P a copy of the parody 'Now we are Sixty' for his 60th (how long ago that seems now).
ReplyDeleteNow, I spent my 60th in hospital receiving my very first replacement hip, easily the most expensive birthday present anyone is likely to get!
Last week I decided to have a second go at that 60th, which has done me the world of good, so to paraphrase Mr Milne:
'Now that I'm 60 I'm as clever as clever;
I think I'll be 60 for ever and ever'.
👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🤭
DeleteThat is a super little book Sarnia. As a well known huge fan of AA Milne, and especially Now we are Six, Mr A received no fewer that 3 copies of Now we are 60 on his birthday.
DeleteWe managed to re-gift two of them to friends when they reached the appropriate age.
But as you say, how long ago it seems , now he is in his 80th year!!
Blast!
ReplyDeleteMy internet connection was playing up yesterday morning, disrupting my morning routine. As a result I forgot to do the wordle and lost my 143 day streak. Arghhh!
143 - Respect, Respect!!! Alas, my Air Traffic Control duties seem to be overriding my relationship with Wordle.
ReplyDeleteYou see, quite often various delays cause the departing Guernsey and Jersey flights to become entangled with the incoming Belfast and Dublin flights. Once that's been sorted out half my new, longer morning had gone, so must get on, must get on!
PS One of my aeroplanes has run away to Sofia and refuses to come back. I guess I'll just have to leave the landing light on... ....
ReplyDeleteLanjan miss hearing from you and 🐈⬛ hope all is well 🤔
ReplyDeleteSecond that Lady R.
DeleteI guess LanJan has moved on from us to pastures new.
Virtually no side-effects from covid vacc. apart from the usual sore arm, a few aches + chills, which have now just about gone.
ReplyDeleteAm amazed, as remember I mentioned I need a laser procedure due to a common problem which can arise after cataract procedure - well appt. arrived today for March, just 6 months. I expected at least a year's wait...
Managed to book our Covid boosters today, conveniently on the same morning, and at the same venue as Mr A has to go for his annual diabetic eye screening.
DeleteNot sure if we can get the flu vaccine as well though. It would save another trip.
Still waiting a reply from the surgery re over-75 specific A-Z COVID jab.
DeleteApparently I don't qualify for it as it's only being given to housebound patients. Everyone else is supposed to have the general Pfizer, whether it's harmful to them or not.
Distressed to see the beautiful ancient and famous tree at Sycamore Gap on Hadrian’s Wall has been cut down by some young vandal.
ReplyDeleteWhat on earth could have persuaded him to carry a chain saw to a remote place, at night, and fell such a loved and photographed tree?
I simply do not understand the mentality of some people today. 😥
I too have been pondering the same question AP - I wonder if it was a dare between some youngsters ?
DeleteWhatever it was it is appalling behaviour.
It must have taken some planning to get a chain saw up there. How would a 16 year old do that without help?
DeleteTotally agree Archerphile 😟
Delete....and it was a young person. The question is definitely Why + what influenced that person to do this.
DeleteThis also strongly relates to that young girl killed in Croyden yesterday...Why?!
I blame social media + influencers....but then what do I actually know now. Answer - not a lot.😵💫
I have just come inside from gardening because my hay fever has got the better of me,
ReplyDeleteEyes and nose streaming in spite of the various preventatives I have takeIn.
Thank you for your comment Lady R,
I haven't moved on to pastures new ,Mrs P.
Haven't got the time.
Over the past few weeks when the weather has been too hot or too wet I have(as a result of watching" Sort your life out" ) been reorganising my cupboards and drawers ,going through old papers ,letters and cards(several dating from the 1960s) and really enjoying myself.
I have watched various cricket games and Liverpool football matches,,had my Covid and Flu jabs,been for Afternoon Tea at Fortnum's and to a Macmillan Coffee Morning and a street party.and several trips out to Garden Centres.
I was listening to the Ryder Cup in the garden but will now watch it on TV until the wretched hay fever goes.
Can't comment on Strictly as I don't watch it but very much enjoyed a programme called Grand Slammers which was on TV last night and Wednesday.
I hope Mistral that you get a buyer for your house very soon and that you are able to buy the house you want.
Keep up the good workMrs P.
I still do Wordle and Nerdle each morning and other Times puzzles in the afternoon.
I understand your frustration Old Woman..
Lovely for you to have your little grandson around,Janice.
I loved it when mine were about 3years old so you have that to look forward to.
Wouldn't be able to look after little ones now though.
Agree with you about the lovely old treeArcherphile.
How on earth did a 16yearold boy cut it down and more to the point why did he do it?
I would stick him in gaol together with whoever his accomplice is.
Better still I would make them work in the area of Hadrian's Wall all winter .
Realise I missed your birthday last week Miriam.
Hope you had a good day.
That's it for now.
Lovely recap LanJan and my goodness, you have been busy!
DeleteTea at Fortnums is on my bucket list so I really envy you that experience.
So carry on carrying on and enjoy life as you have been.
Just let us in on some of your adventures sometimes, when you have a mo.
🥰
Great balls of fire LJ what a post! All sounds good and so pleased to hear of your energy filled summer activities I am in awe. Afternoon tea and Garden Centres galore - oh yes please 🤗 Carry on carrying on I say!
DeleteI'm thinking that I don't make the best use of my time after reading that Lanjan!
DeleteCC. I am also guilty of that!
DeleteGoodness me, life in the fast lane, LJ! I envy you your application at sorting detritus from the 1960s. I still have a houseful of it and it makes me want to go and hide.
ReplyDeleteSo sorry about the hayfever, but with any luck the season should soon be over. I hope so for your sake.
Another busy baking day, as a massive coffee morning meet up at Big Sis's again tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteThink there will be at least 21 persons, from both families of the OZ niece + hubbie...
I have seen so many brilliant photos of what all have been up to this week.
I purposely stepped back, as felt it was the time for Grandparents sisters, the young cousins plus others, to have quality time together.
These photos are on my phone, but long gone are the days of having proper photos and putting these in albums, so creating long lasting memories.
I miss this...as I feel these treasured memories will be lost.
I love the small b+ w photos of me at the same ages as my now family youngsters are...will these see similar photos of themselves, in what 50yrs??
Have made a chocolate/vanilla "swirl" cake, an "Earl Grey" fruit tea loaf, plus my favoutite - an apple/apricot/almond one...
DeleteAll easy to do from a Mary Berry book, Simple Cakes plus using my lovely stand mixer (an Aldi middle ailse buy..£39.99)!
I have driven this afternoon both up and down Porlock Hill.
ReplyDeletePorlock Hill is the steepest A road in the UK and with a reputation of being extremely challenging.
My friend had promised me he would accompany and coach me, and I did very well apparently.
Now I can drive myself into North Devon, as well as going to see the valley of the goats.
🚗 😱 Mrs P! However 👏🏻
DeleteWell done Mrs P 👏👏👏
DeleteI have driven up Porlock Hill twice and that was terrifying enough. Haven't dared drive down.
The second time was with my daughters. On the way to our holiday near Ilfracombe I asked if they would like to go up a steep hill. At every little hill and hump backed bridge they asked if that was the hill.
They realised when we got to it!
Oh, such memories of Porlock Hill in my Dad’s old Wolsley car when the gear box (or perhaps it was the clutch) failed half way up and we were stuck waiting for an AA patrol man on his motorbike to come and help. I remember being terrified and never wanted to go up or down it again, But of course we did, nearly every year. It never got any easier!
DeleteDoes that suggest you went to North Devon for your annual holiday AP ?
DeleteOur coastal bus which goes to Lynton/ Lynmouth now extends the service to Ilfracombe in the summer months. I didn’t manage it this year so will wait until next summer now. My sister went to Ilfracombe on a school journey. I remember the postcard she sent. So am looking forward to visiting and hope I can manage the hilly terrain.
My goodness LJ you are having a busy life. Good for you.
ReplyDeleteWish I could be so productive.
Talking right now about the lost tree on PM.
There are some solutions possible to replace the tree that are being considered.
We went to Dunham Massey today. There are a lot of ancient trees there, which made me think about that sycamore. My favourite is the variegated beech.
ReplyDeleteThe stags were looking good with their antlers fully grown ready for the rutting season. They are used to people so I got some good photos of them.
Hello Zoetrope - you haven’t been around for ages !
ReplyDeleteNice to see you again.
Thank you Mrs P. I still pop in from time to time.
DeleteShirley Ballas seemed to have a right dislike of that Harman bloke on strictly tonight. Les Dennis 😂😂😂
ReplyDeleteAngela Rippons hair was awful….made her look about 90.
I was impressed by Amanda Abingdon and Angela Scanlon …what legs!!!….and also that Eddy someone. He got slated but he could move.
Tess Daly looked lovely in her blue trouser suit and gormless Claudia looked like a dogs dinner.
All I want to say about Strictly is that, I loved it.
DeleteIt was what I needed as said good-bye to family today. There is another get together tomorrow (Sunday), but big Sis told me that it doesn't include me..I drove home trying to keep tears at bay.
Strictly lifted my spirits, in the short term.
Doesn't sound like Big Sis is being as kind as she could be. 😕
DeleteWhy no explanation given Miriam? I too would have felt hurt unless given one. Could they be wanting to arrange something for you…..
DeleteYes Shirley completely changed her mind regarding Nigel Harman tonight, agree regards Angela R
ReplyDeletewig awful. Amanda A was great and Angela S too. My other besties were Annabelle and Ellie Leach
Just enjoying colour and music on a Saturday night, although one’s staying power is tested at this stage. Tess herself annoys me always wanting to grab contestant’s hands for a start but she did for once look superb in her blue suit tonight the first outfit I have admired of hers for some time. Don’t mind Claud too much but a no to her outfit tonight.
Show still far too long for me, shall be happier when some of the also runs are weeded out.
DeleteWhoever persuaded Angel Rippon to wear that awful wig should be fired!
You wouldn’t know Amanda Abbingdon has been fighting cancer, her dancing was amazing for week 2.
Afraid poor old Les Dennis will probably go tonight, but would prefer him to stay and Krishnan Guru Murthy (sp?) to leave instead. His inane grinning puts me off.
Mrs P - yeas we did go to north Devon every year for our hols. Usually to Woolacombe which I still love - that mile long golden beach and the beautiful little bays with rock pools.
ReplyDeleteSometimes at Easter we stayed on a farm at Lee Bay, between Woolacombe and Ilfracombe, down a very narrow, winding and exceptionally steep lane. Woke up to the smell of cow dung under the bedroom window as the cows were brought in for milking.
Went back to Ilfracombe a few years ago - now crammed with cars and people. But we still visited the lifeboat station on the harbour ( a family tradition) and had lunch in Damien Hurst’s cafe, also on the harbour. Interesting to see some of his artworks on the walls.
The lifeboat station might interest you, if it’s still open to the public and the other must do is a trip out mackerel fishing - if you have the sea legs for it!
DeleteARCHERPHILE - Damien Hurst produces all his artwork in a huge factory in Stroud.
DeleteJust a little nugget !
Now that I’ve conquered ‘ the hill ‘ I am looking forward to discovering North Devon.
Lovely memories of a happy childhood for you.
I too thought that Amanda, Angela S and Ellie were good in Strictly. My impression of Shirley's comments about Nigel was that they were actually directed at Katya for not doing a good enough job with the choreography. That might be due to bias on my part as I don't particularly like Katya.
ReplyDeleteAgree!
DeleteAgree. Katya loves herself toooo much. Seen her on other progs and just don’t like her.
DeleteI went off Katya a few years back when she had an affair with her then celebrity (can’t remember who it was) cheated on her husband Neil and broke up their marriage.
DeleteHowever they are both still in the show, so perhaps bridges, if not marriage, have been mended.
Apparently Neil Jones is engaged to some 'celebrity' from Love Island, who is already pregnant. The showbiz revolving door at work again.
ReplyDeleteI've just been reading an article in the National Trust magazine about a lady who visited 244 NT places tasting the scones at each one scoring each one out of 5. She started in 2013 and had the last one this year, writing a blog about it. That's quite an odyssey!
ReplyDeleteOooh !
DeleteI could have contributed to her research.
Struggling with listening to The Archers, getting my evening meal, and watching the World Gymnastics on BBC2 to continue on BBC3.
ReplyDeleteI for some reason, just love the Europe, World gymnastics etc. Think it was all to do with the London Olympics in 2012...
To add, I was enthralled with Lark Rise to Ambridge, which was a delightful listen and so well acted, by the cast.
To add many non Archers listeners, would also have equally enjoyed it, for the wonderful production of rhis tale.
I planted lots of bulbs and something has been coming into the garden at night and digging them up. Grrrr!
ReplyDeleteOh dear !
Delete🐿️ ?
I’ve got little puffball mushrooms coming up on my ( much depleted ) ‘lawn’
DeleteI’ve seen them up on North Hill recently too.
We find bulbs are often eaten by mice, even those in pots & tubs have been dug out.
DeleteAlso Rabbits (😠) eat crocus in the lawn but not daffodils.
...and also confused as to what digs up my bulbs - but can only think it's the squirells.
DeleteI planted a bed of Japanese winter onions like Monty said I had to. Covered them with fleece. Looked today and half of them are on their sides, still under the fleece. Can’t understand it. Will have to go and replant them tomoz.
ReplyDeleteBeen for emergency dental appointment this aft. Swollen, infected gum right at the back. Was concerned about infection spreading to new hip. Infections go straight to new joints apparently. Anyway after x-Ray and prodding I’m on a course of penicillin.
The agony after dentist is unbelievable.
Hope antibiotics kick in asap. 🤞
So do I PtbY! It is very important to treat any infection when you have had a joint replacement. This was drummed I to me by the surgeon that did my hip and knee and I have a card to carry with me to show any dentist or doctor when needing treatment
DeleteSo did Mr R plus 2 antibiotics he is unable to take in fact last week was a bit of a scare but too late to go into now, maybe tomorrow.
Delete🤞🏼for quick pain relief ptby 💐
As well as the antibiotics make sure you follow any other advice regarding local management of infection like cleaning with chlorhexidine (Corsodyl) gel. Warm salt water mouth washes are soothing and painkillers as needed, Alternating ibuprofen & paracetamol if you are allowed them.
DeleteThanks. Been doing salt water washes. Got to admit I jibbed brushing my teeth this morning and just did mouthwash whilst gum wasn’t painful. Didn’t want to set it off.
DeleteThis may be of interest to some.
ReplyDeleteI have just spotted that the new series of "All Creatures Great and Small" starts on Ch.5 9.00pm tonight (Oct. 5th). I will be recording this, as it is what I refer to, as a Sunday Series.
I am having a right palaver with my pharmacy + surgery about a precription, which has being ongoing for a week now.
My new normal eye drops are not available and hosp. eye clinic sent a letter to myself + surgery as to the required replacements drops.
I rang the surgery as my repeat drops could not be supplied. A week later, this still has not been sorted. A GP sent a new precription which was wrongly writren, so pharmacy won't supply the replacement drops.
I have made so many phone calls, knowing what I am talking about, but still waiting for things to be sorted. It is so frustrating, esp. as pharmacy will not liase with the surgery, as too busy!!
Once this is sorted I will definitely be changing my pharmacy, due to poor service and the way I was spoken to yesterday.
Rant Over. 🤣
Luckily I never leave myself short, but it's getting close now.
I do hope the pharmacy notices that you have left and realises why Miriam.
DeleteSuch poor service is bad for anyone but it must be excruciating for you.
Hope you get your drops soon.
Same for me Miriam. My 2-monthly prescription arrived on Wednesday minus one of my most important heart medicines. No note or explanation. Phoned pharmacy -‘ sorry we are out of stock, you’ll have to get them somewhere else or phone the GP to get an alternative prescribed’.
DeleteTo go to a different pharmacy means a 20 mile round trip out + £3 parking in the hope they’ll have some; phoning surgery to ask for different drug is too stressful to consider in light of recent communications with them. Whatever happens to our good old reliable NHS.?
I wonder if your eye drops are Viscotears Miriam. I have used them for years for dry eyes following the "change" and a visit to a specialist. They were recommended to me as being the best. A month or so ago the chemist here was unable to access any, something seemed to have held up the supply chain. I was advised to ask the surgery for a suitable replacement, but like you I have some in reserve and waited until the next month when the supply had been restored.
DeleteMy dry eyes seem to be getting worse.
DeleteI only use them in the morning when I wake, as eyes will not open without, and I keep them tucked under my pillow. I do use them at night when i remember to do so, but never throughout the day, but I’m thinking that I need to up the frequency.
Any tips ?
My dry eyes we’re triggered by cataract surgery.
Yes, mine too Mrs P. Dry and itchy and constantly having to rub them. I am using drops called Boots Intensive eye drops (from Boots, obviously, but can be brought from them online too) They are preservative free which is essential for me, and contain Sodium Hyaluronate recommended by my eye surgeon. The bottle makes it easy to administer yourself. I have found them a great help.
DeleteGood news, the pharmacy has just phoned and drops are ready. I rang them 5 mins after opening this morning and luckily spoke to thecparson who knew the situation and had also been in touch with surgery. He got it sorted...
DeleteThe drops were replacement ones for my glaucoma, which I can't do without obviously.
Mrs P. my surgery won't prescribe any dry eye drops, so have to buy them. I use a Boots own brand called Intensive Eye Drops for dry/irritated eyes. These are not cheap (£10), but contain no preservatives and last for 6 months once started.
DeleteI use them as often as I need through the day, but this is never more than about 4 times. These are actually cost effective long term.
Talking of which, Mr A got his appointment for the “Rapid Access Chest Pain Clinic” yesterday
ReplyDeleteIt is for mid November - the GP asked for it at the beginning of August!
He has still not got an appointment to see the dermatologist, also requested at start of August, and the lesions on his head and arms are getting worse by the day.
Suggestion, ring the hospital appointments and say you can take an appointment at short notice, so might get a cancellation appointment. I've done this before and it worked.
DeleteAlso ask your surgery to chase up the dermatologist.
Nothing ventured, nothing gained.
My attitude is that after paying NI contributions for over 38+ years, I want payback now I need to use the NHS more.
DeleteThanks AP and Miriam - both recommending the same product.
DeletePerhaps I will give them a try and see if they are any better for me.
My daughter was sitting having her coffee in her favourite place yesterday in Porthleven. She has taken me there when I visited. It’s a large modern warehouse structure, very airy and comfortable with the huge coffee grinding and sorting machines gleaming in the back with the cafe area at the front.
She was outside and saw from the corner of her eye a group of people leaving the other end of the warehouse, and realised it must be a tour of the business. As they passed her she looked up and saw that among the group was Princess Anne, the answer to the post earlier in the day that a helicopter had arrived on the playing field. The hardest working Royal had at least three commitments in Cornwall yesterday. Was she anywhere near you Janice ?
Reminds me of a trip to S.America. I was in Ecuador and due to unrest/protests/army in tanks in streets etc. we were taken to a Rose growing place. Fascinating to see all normal UK roses being grown, to be shipped world wide including the UK. Suddenly another group arrived, HRH Princess Anne and entourage plus body guards...my group were suddenly hustled away...
DeleteIt was a great experience though.
As far as I know Mrs P her commitments were all down in the south of Cornwall. It is possible they sometimes have other private visits while in the area though. An elderly lady who walks her dog very early in the morning along the cliff path bumped into Prince Charles on one occasion. Another time my daughter saw him on the cliff looking across to Castle Island, probably assessing whether the proposed new bridge was viable and necessary. It is Duchy land but managed by English!! Heritage, and the additional higher up bridge was opposed by some locals on the grounds it would spoil the view and isolated atmosphere. English Heritage was determined to increase income by making access easier for those put off by the steep climb up the original ancient steps.
DeleteHe was completely by himself without any bodyguards which must mean he feels at home and safe here. Another time when he was here on a known visit a helicopter and a posh car arrived on the cliffs close to the Church and he went in to talk to the bell ringers who were having a practise ( I wasn't there at the time and missed the excitement). I doubt he will have the time or the freedom to do such things now.
DeleteAlso when William and Harry were younger and still good friends they used to be seen at Polzeath beach where they stayed in one of the nearby rather grand large houses owned by a friend.
I heard that in the past the family have sometimes stayed at Caerhays Castle which has a beautiful Spring garden, but don't know if this still happens. They have their own Restormel House on the Duchy Estate and a house on the Isles of Scilly.
So many frustrating NHS experiences for quite a few of you. We appear to be (for now🤞🏼) so fortunate. A week ago Tuesday Mr R very late at night was suddenly unwell and I saw a rash on the bottom of his “dangerous “ leg. However we chanced leaving things until the morning when I phoned his surgery, call answered quickly after all the usual blurb. A link sent for a photo to be sent for the Dr.This was about 9.40. At 11am the Dr rang resulting in a home visit at 1.15pm. All obs done plus bloods taken and antibiotics prescribed. Bloods went off to Basingstoke Hospital PM and I had a call from the same Dr at 8.15am the next morning to ask after MR R and checking AB had been collected as a small infection had shown in his results. If no improvement after 48hrs (which there was) phone again as would be hospital for intravenous AB. Most grateful and impressed.
ReplyDeleteNow my surgery as both my jabs due on his Dr’s visit day. Phoned and cancelled - ask what now? told to phone when ready which I did and now go on Friday 13th. Meanwhile on Tuesday I had a text from my surgery asking me to ring and make an appointment for a Hypertension check I did this and went this morning:-
Height, weight, waist measurement taken, bloods and I gave in the BP readings I had taken at home.
Now await results 🫢 especially cholesterol even though on a statin which may remain same low dose or be raised. Again so fortunate. Of course it may not always be so…..
Mr Lady R obviously has an excellent GP !
DeleteWhat a fortunate man.
Very pleased to hear such excellent treatment.
News on my statins when seeing GP last week were that the good cholesterol was good, but the bad C had reduced but not by much. So suggestion to increase the dose by double I agreed with, so long as I can reduce it again if better results in three months review.
It appears to be The Practice in general Mrs P as we had not seen this particular young Dr at all and he has seen many 🫢 apparently he has been there 2 years though.
DeleteMy stain is currently 5mg was yours the same and now 10mg 🤔 is it an age thing in the main do you think that it is harder to manually control? Open to all interested parties!
I am on 20mg atorvastatin...it was suggested to increase to 40mg as though the overall cholesterol was normal, the triglycerides were only just over the normal level. I said no. I will wait for my next bloods and then decide.
DeleteI was on 20 Miriam and have now increased to 40.
DeleteIt was your opinion Miriam, expressed on here, that finally lead me to succumb to statins. You gave a powerful argument, and I listened.
Mrs P. My triglycerides were only slightly up, the top level in normal range is 1.5 (whatever), mine was 1.53, so only just slightly elevated, which was why I decided to stay on the 20mg, and I was allowed the choice. This was done in March after winter months when eating pate, bacon, left over Xmas choclates, not forgetting suet dumplings!
DeleteIf levels are raised next time, due in a months time, then will think again.
OZ Niece + family are now in Bali after a very hectic trip to the UK.
ReplyDeleteHowever things didn't go smoothly due to a 3hr delay at Manchester airport. The connecting flight was missed, so spent 24hours in Doha with hotel accomodation, before arriving in a tropical paradise for R+R. All's well though...
No idea when I will see them again
Lovely new memories made though Miriam.
DeleteLovely place for R&R but all these airports and flights sound so very wearing don’t they?
I would like some advice about the mushrooms growing in my lawn ( rough grass ) please.
ReplyDeleteMy father was allergic to fungi so I didn’t encounter mushrooms ( along with garlic ) until my mid teens.
I’ve never really taken to them even though I know they are really healthy food. I find the texture very unpleasant but do like the taste so enjoy mushroom soup.
I am also extremely aware of the dangers of not knowing which are poisonous and which are not.
These in my garden are growing in size from around two inches to about four now, and look exactly like those found in the supermarket. They are white.
Should I pick them and try to cook them ?
Are they safe ?
How do I know ?
I can just about tolerate them if sliced very fine and fried. Butter or olive oil ?
Help and advice please
My advice would be to leave well alone MrsP
DeleteThank you CC
DeleteMy advice is don't touch at all. Have you read about the mushroom poisoning, resulting in deaths in Australia? It's interesting - as was it accidential as claimed, due to mushrooms bought, or something else..It will never been known.
DeleteThat’s my advice too. We often have very mushroom-like fungi in our lawn which Mr A assures me will be safe, but why take chances. If you really love mushrooms and want to eat them they’re cheap enough in the supermarket, so don’t risk it!
DeleteI love raw (supermarket) mushrooms sliced in my daily lunchtime salad. Drizzled with vinaigrette they are delicious and still have the firm, not soggy texture you get after cooking.
There is an agaricus xanthodermus mushroom that is very similar to edible mushrooms but although it won't kill you it is likely to give you severe stomach cramps etc. Surprisingly some people can eat them with no ill effects. Always, if foraging, cut the stem across and if it stains yellow then don't eat it. I picked and ate field mushrooms that my father had taught me were safe to eat and I loved them cooked with bacon, but later on I was caught out once by, I think, the a.x. one and had a severe stomach ache, and it must have sensitised me to the whole mushroom family because I can't eat them at all now which I regret. I would say Mrs P either go on a foraging course, or ask someone who really truly knows their fungi to have a look at yours before you think of picking and cooking them.
DeleteHave just seen a news flash about Scotland. Further south it is warm and sunny, yet in Scotland people have had to be rescued by helicopter, as a result of a mudslide caused by torrential rain.
ReplyDeleteNow for Strictly tonight, but I am finding it difficult to get meal ready, due to early start and the England Rugby match.
Will join in with the Ireland/Scotland match after Strictly.
Do hope they leave Angela Rippon’s hair alone this week!
DeleteAt least a much better wig than last weeks fuddy duddy one, some will no doubt say better for her as not silver but I love her hair colour.
DeleteOh that's much better, thé Maria wig really suits her and takes the years off!
DeleteI agree. Her wig suited her. But what on earth was he wearing. Could they not have put him in plain green leiderhoussen. What a sight.
DeleteThought Bobby was amazing considering how he was in rehearsal.
We had an unexpected Zoom call from the family in France at 8pm so missed the last few competitors and was too late to vote by the time we ended the call. So we never got to see Krishna news reader. How did he do?
DeleteWe thought Angela Scanlon was amazing with the Charleston so I would have voted for her at least. I’ll catch up on iPlayer this morning.
He was quite good doing the Charleston to” money, money,money” song from Caberet.
DeleteAngela scanlon was really good, so was Amanda Abingdon with the rumba.
Nikita doing the jive was so flat footed. Think she might go.
Agree Krishna was really enjoyable and is obviously wanting to do well such a lovely gentleman. Angela’s Charleston was another level 👏🏻
DeleteI only realised last night that young Bobby is the son of Jade Goody but now I know I can see the likeness! Also like a young smoother Mick Jagger 🤭
I know this is showing prejudice but I really didn’t like seeing Nikita (from Ukraine) dancing with Layton dressed up as a woman. Somehow I have no problems seeing two men dancing together, as men. In he last series it was done very well, athletic at times and moving at others. But when one is pretending to be a girl and they are dancing as a pretend heterosexual couple it disturbs me. Sorry if this offends anyone, just my feeling.
DeleteMy take on this is that men and women move in a different way. When I see a man dance dressed as a man I expect him to move like a man. When the man is dressed like a woman I expect him to move like a woman so my brain was confused when watching that dance.
DeleteI don’t watch - so have never commented, but intrigued by A P and CC posts above, it sounds to me that any problem you might have is about authenticity !
DeleteAnd I find your feelings quite understandable.
I’ve not done much exploring of the region in the time I’ve lived here, but have recently started getting myself out.
ReplyDeleteYesterday I went to Dulverton a very small town in the heart of Exmore and discovered that it has a large river flowing through, the Barle, and an arched medieval bridge. But as I drove into the Main Street to park, there to my right was a double freestanding stone staircase and at the top a very attractive metal canopy.
I immediately recognised it.
A memory squirrelled away which I vaguely thought belonged to Bridport.
I immediately realised that i must have visited with my partner on a holiday in North Devon.
I love small towns, English or Welsh. Always something unique about each one.
Fish and chips sitting on a bench watching the river flowing in the dusk.
The fish was good.
The chips the best I have EVER tasted.
Lovely MrsP 😍
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