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Actually I am feeling fine....just a bit discouraged at the way things are going at the moment...
![]() ![]() You asked about books yesterday. I am reading Stonor by John Williams....published 30+ years ago and now going down a storm in book groups! Have only just started it but it seems Good so I think I'll get a cup of tea and read a bit more. I'd rate my whole day as Good, by the way I overslept, but managed to retrieve the situation and arrived on time to deliver a five hour training session to local social workers. My remote pointer worked well with the PowerPoint, the case scenario produced a lot of discussion, and the 'experiential' bits were Good too. When I got back home I managed to speak to mum's GP on the phone.....Outstanding! Breakfast and lunch barely happened (disappointing), but o/ h made some Outstanding chicken fajitas for dinner. Now all is quiet while o/h and daughter watch a film........I reckon that's a Good day overall, don't you? ![]() Sleep tight all Lindy xx |
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Morning all
How are we all today? I managed to find TWO roofers who hopefully can fix the drips. I am getting down just looking at the stains and hole in the ceiling. More gardening news! Think the cayenne pepper has worked. Haven't seen the squirrel for more than two days! Will have to put more down as we have had some rain. Had yet more bad news from home. Wonder how much more there is. I am finding it very tough to be cheerful. Have a lovely day all. |
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oh no Nyannie, what has happened now?
![]() some months just seem worse than others..unfortunately. Today was much nicer it was sports relief day, and watching everyone running around the field was just so exciting and exhilarating..... |
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strange weather this weekend, one minute its brilliant and sunny, and I take the dog out in just a jumper, next minute as Im outside the co op in the car, the heavens open and I get soaked just running 100 yards in the hailstones......
So who watched the Voice and or True Detective last night on the TV? It is a fascinating process to watch the Voice and to try and predict which singers will end up in the final. I like Sally, the older lady and who was the other one I liked? I cant remember their names yet!!! So today is the jewellery programme, about the famous jewellers in Bond street, Im looking forwards to watching that.. have a lovely sunday everyone xx |
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Morning all!
Had a lovely lunch in London with some friends at a Sardinian restaurant. Terrific! Lifted my spirits quite a lot. Sad to say augusta, I watched Hornblower. Was quite tired so watched it in bed. Off to make some muffins/cookies for my neighbour who lost her husband. Might do a seed cake if I can find a recipe. Can't decide. Hope everyone is enjoying their day. |
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Good Morning all
been so busy trying to catch up after being so unwell but need to say a big THANKYOU to Nyannie for sorting out my ladybug problem power hosed the wall sucked around the window with hoover and sprayed and none seen since (fingers crossed looking real good)lots on this week, Hubbie is away for the week Gone Horse Racing in Dubai World cup thingy ![]() and my boys have not been to good looks like they have also picked up a virus eldest came home from work Thursday after throwing up, shivers, feeling hot and youngest follow suit on friday but they are now feeling better ![]() Lindy another win for Liverpool, one match a time, but looking good ![]() but what about the Arsenal and Chelsea Match, how can a top ref send the wrong man off ![]() going to have a quick read back then must get on, need to look at the fridge something has gone wrong, might be just a build up of ice lets hope that is all it is ![]() hope all are well love Jx
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Morning all!
Had a lovely lunch in London with some friends at a Sardinian restaurant. Terrific! Lifted my spirits quite a lot. Sad to say augusta, I watched Hornblower. Was quite tired so watched it in bed. Off to make some muffins/cookies for my neighbour who lost her husband. Might do a seed cake if I can find a recipe. Can't decide. Hope everyone is enjoying their day. nothing better than getting out having a nice lunch that will always lift ones spirits
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strange weather this weekend, one minute its brilliant and sunny, and I take the dog out in just a jumper, next minute as Im outside the co op in the car, the heavens open and I get soaked just running 100 yards in the hailstones......
So who watched the Voice and or True Detective last night on the TV? It is a fascinating process to watch the Voice and to try and predict which singers will end up in the final. I like Sally, the older lady and who was the other one I liked? I cant remember their names yet!!! So today is the jewellery programme, about the famous jewellers in Bond street, Im looking forwards to watching that.. have a lovely sunday everyone xx i,m really enjoying it and i,m not one for Talent shows ![]() saw a little bit of the Boodles show but was so tired, i fell a sleep, will try and catch it again but have you ever looked at the Christies website on the Auction pages that fun, and you will see some beautiful pieces of jewellery |
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I think I may well look at Christies , thanks for the idea.
Daughter no 1 has come home vomiting, maybe there are just some particularly virulent bugs going around.... Aqua aerobics again....this is becoming a habit, Its a beautiful day here..almost enough to lift my spirits up and feel quite cheerful. have a lovely evening everyone xxx |
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Morning all
O/H home to fix our family bathroom toilet. Leaks seem to stem from the dormer windows. Big expense to fix! There goes the holiday for this year. Not feeling great so will go back to bed in a minute. So glad that the ladybugs are gone - but be vigilant and do spray around your windows and if you have any soil near your wall - I would dig it up so birds can eat anything lurking there. I think they come in during the warm weather and lay their eggs in colonies. Yuch!! Just finished a book by Elizabeth Taylor - really lovely. A friend has recommended her short stories. Will tackle them soon. Just read something interesting - do you know that 1 out of every 4-6 apps contain a virus or code so someone can hack into your system - send you junk info or worse? I don't think I am going to get a smart phone after this. Have a good day all. |
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its worrying about the apps...carrying viruses. I spose this could be why my computer tends to run slowly at times......I think there are also viruses somehow connected to the adverts that seem to pop up all the time....
I am getting so tired of the adverts but I suppose they need to get an income from somewhere..-( Jewellery class tonight.......I cant wait.... |
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its worrying about the apps...carrying viruses. I spose this could be why my computer tends to run slowly at times......I think there are also viruses somehow connected to the adverts that seem to pop up all the time....
I am getting so tired of the adverts but I suppose they need to get an income from somewhere..-( Jewellery class tonight.......I cant wait.... O/H has fixed the loo thank goodness. I made a vegetable soup and done a bit of tidying up and then went to bed for an hour. Feel a bit better but will take it easy tomorrow. Hope you have a lovely jewellery class augusta. We will be watching Midsommer Murders and then bed! Just started Hemingway's Boat. Quite interesting! See you all tomorrow. |
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Good Morning
![]() Augusta hope your daughter is feeling better lets hope its the same as my boys had it only lasted about 48 hours your jewellery class sounds such fun and hope you found some ideas from the website i mentioned ![]() i love a good veg soup Nyannie i,m not as good as you though i just buy mine found a nice ham and veg soup in waitrose that i,m mad on, i feel your pain household repairs are so expensive pleased your toilet is mended i still waiting on my fencing, seems to be a bit of a shortage after the storms but will wait for the better stuff. but like you i can think of so many better ways to spend that money than on household repairs Its my sons day off from college, think i might take him out for lunch and a walk on the downs, but only if the sun comes out ![]() be back later hope all have a nice xxx |
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its lovely to hear from everyone...
we are just about to watch Giselle on sky arts......I hope I understand the story....Im not really that good with Ballet..,I find it hard to follow the story at times, unless I know it in advance...but then again, shakespear plays can be a bit like that as well........But cos my daughters did it !!! I do know how technically difficult it is . and beautiful to watch.. Off this weekend to visit the inlaws...going tomorrow and back on sunday. The best news of the day was that my tiny suitcase is perfect for cabin luggage.....I measured it and everything. !! At least this way I should really limit how much I need to take, and it saves so much time ...... this way I can ..just walk off the plane and walk straight out... |
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Hope everyone continues to feel better and that you have a good weekend Augusta
![]() Another busy day for me tomorrow, starting with house survey for our buyers, then into town to get my hair done, then off to mum's again.... Watched the Liverpool match tonight. Boy, did they I've us a hard time I was on the edge of my sea for the last 20 mins...still, a win is a win ![]() Will be back soon. Sleep tight all Love Lindy xx |
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its lovely to hear from everyone...
we are just about to watch Giselle on sky arts......I hope I understand the story....Im not really that good with Ballet..,I find it hard to follow the story at times, unless I know it in advance...but then again, shakespear plays can be a bit like that as well........But cos my daughters did it !!! I do know how technically difficult it is . and beautiful to watch.. Off this weekend to visit the inlaws...going tomorrow and back on sunday. The best news of the day was that my tiny suitcase is perfect for cabin luggage.....I measured it and everything. !! At least this way I should really limit how much I need to take, and it saves so much time ...... this way I can ..just walk off the plane and walk straight out... Morning all. Giselle is one of my favourite ballets augusta. Wish I had Sky so I could watch it. My favourite pairings in the roles of Giselle and Albrecht were Carla Fracci and Erik Bruhn, who was one of the greatest dancers ever. Hope you have a lovely time in France - I am jealous. We won't be doing anything this year I don't think except have windows done. Still, that is important. |
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Morning all.
Spent yesterday in bed as I had no sleep. Feel better but my cough has now developed. A busy weekend for me Lindy - funeral tomorrow and Oxford Literary Festival on Saturday. Will need a week to relax. O/H home today so hopefully we can get the food shopping done today. |
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its lovely to hear from everyone...
we are just about to watch Giselle on sky arts......I hope I understand the story....Im not really that good with Ballet..,I find it hard to follow the story at times, unless I know it in advance...but then again, shakespear plays can be a bit like that as well........But cos my daughters did it !!! I do know how technically difficult it is . and beautiful to watch.. Off this weekend to visit the inlaws...going tomorrow and back on sunday. The best news of the day was that my tiny suitcase is perfect for cabin luggage.....I measured it and everything. !! At least this way I should really limit how much I need to take, and it saves so much time ...... this way I can ..just walk off the plane and walk straight out... ![]() but have a wonderful time ![]() relax and enjoy yourself Augusta xxx |
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Hope everyone continues to feel better and that you have a good weekend Augusta
![]() Another busy day for me tomorrow, starting with house survey for our buyers, then into town to get my hair done, then off to mum's again.... Watched the Liverpool match tonight. Boy, did they I've us a hard time I was on the edge of my sea for the last 20 mins...still, a win is a win ![]() Will be back soon. Sleep tight all Love Lindy xx ![]() ![]() what a nervy match could hardly breathe for the last 15 mins felt sick to my stomach, but a win is a win i,m not sure, i can cope with this title challenge if it continues like last night it could be the end of me
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Morning all.
Spent yesterday in bed as I had no sleep. Feel better but my cough has now developed. A busy weekend for me Lindy - funeral tomorrow and Oxford Literary Festival on Saturday. Will need a week to relax. O/H home today so hopefully we can get the food shopping done today. its hard to get sleep with these coughs poor you another funeral tomorrow so sad, what a awful start you have had to this year, but the festival sounds like fun hope you ahve a lovely time
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As for my day
can you believe it .......... it snowed here ![]() only for about five mins..... how very strange is that ![]() spent most of the day watching the cricket and what a England victory a fantastic comeback going to have a bath and early night have a good evening all x |
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As for my day
can you believe it .......... it snowed here ![]() only for about five mins..... how very strange is that ![]() spent most of the day watching the cricket and what a England victory a fantastic comeback going to have a bath and early night have a good evening all x Morning all Off to the funeral in about an hour - not looking forward to it - does one ever? O/H had the day off yesterday so we did food shopping, paid bills, dropped off donation to charity shop and then went to the local herb farm . We too had snow but it was preceded by the most violent clap of thunder and lightning. Really screwy weather. Cough has now come out and o/h has the beginning of my infection. Luckily he isn't doing anything so can take it easy. With all the awful deaths recently I feel like a mother hen and cluck over him all the time - he hates it. Well, best get on. Have a weekend. Hope augusta is enjoying her break to France. |
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Morning all
Off to the funeral in about an hour - not looking forward to it - does one ever? O/H had the day off yesterday so we did food shopping, paid bills, dropped off donation to charity shop and then went to the local herb farm . We too had snow but it was preceded by the most violent clap of thunder and lightning. Really screwy weather. Cough has now come out and o/h has the beginning of my infection. Luckily he isn't doing anything so can take it easy. With all the awful deaths recently I feel like a mother hen and cluck over him all the time - he hates it. Well, best get on. Have a weekend. Hope augusta is enjoying her break to France. As for the snow ...... thank god you saw it to ....... i thought i was going mad same here loud clap of thunder, then it came floating down ![]() looks like it going to be a lovely weekend here weather looks great and my parents are coming for a visit, might try and talk dad into painting the shed ![]() be back soon have a great day all x |
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I am off back to bed soon. I feel absolutely AWFUL!!!!!
Sunshine and bird activity are so interesting. Bought some herbs which I must plant. Take care and I will be back when I feel better.xxx Hope augusta had a lovely time. |
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I am off back to bed soon. I feel absolutely AWFUL!!!!!
Sunshine and bird activity are so interesting. Bought some herbs which I must plant. Take care and I will be back when I feel better.xxx Hope augusta had a lovely time. its been a lovely weekend weather wise, take care, speak soon
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