Syliva, I am so very sorry for your loss, I know how it feels, my husband passed away in October and I miss him so much, I too wish they could let us know they are ok.  There are lots of people on here going through the same terrible time who will offer support.  Sending love to you Debbie xxxxxx

Hi debbie, how are you havnt heard off you in a while i feel ok at the moment health wise ,got to go the hospital next month  to see about my breathing me and the kids just having a quite xmas dinner we will go to the crem  to put flowers on my parents grave ,we will put some flowers in a vase for my hubby ,it is my hubbys birthday on the 27 dec  might go for a walk weather permiting  to a place called spike island my hubby used to like watching the mersey from there .  Take care  have a peaceful xmas  will be thinking of you  Syl x

Hi Jules. I'm back my surprise was a few days away at a safari park in Kent  called port lympne it was absolutely lovely we had our own lodge in its own gardens when you walked in there was a big window and threw the window  was a pride of lions ,we were that close I could have stroked them, but before that we spent a night in Windsor in a lovely hotel went to a restaurant for dinner who was at our table my hubby's brother and his wife,so shocked but what a lovely surprise for my 70 birthday weekend.i just wished my hubby was there to celebrate with me the kids had a cake made for me in the shape of a tiger which the restaurant produced while we were having dinner at the Safar park everyone clapped I was so embarrassed but at least the cake was delicious lol.back to reality now.clad your still enjoying your walks and going to your gym and you enjoyed Kew gardens weather not good here at the moment still taking George out for his walk my dementia group back on now ,I will go on Wednesday to see what it's like not sure I could where a mask for 2 hours  but will see how it goes , going over my neighbour's now for coffee have a lovely weekend stay Safe regards Syl x

Hi Syl,

Your going away 70th birthday surprise sounded wonderful and I bet all your fears disappeared once you were on your way.  Add to that you had special time with the family.  I love Windsor and will no doubt go back soon as a regular haunt with a couple of my friends as well as family.  I have not been to the safari park you stayed at but of course had heard of it.  If I drove I could take myself to these places!!

Quite a good weekend weatherwise so did more walks and some gardening.  Unbelievable that am now getting ready for Autumn work outside but really enjoying having the time to do it now.  Still filming the foxes as they play in the garden at night and a treat to watch the footage back each morning.  On Sunday I went to the local farmer's and just as I was about to leave got a message from my son to say they were on their way there too.  I waited and we had a lovely hour or so catching up (after walking the market again) as they had bought a picnic for the children and were able to purchase some street food for lunch.  Impromtu and very enjoyable.  Today I have spent much of the day in the gardens both front and back and also did my food shop.  Back to the gym tomorrow and looking forward to next week when I am going to stay with old friends (the first time since before last Christmas).  It feels good to be resuming such things.  Hope you get to your Dementia group on Wednesday.  Take care.  Jules x

Hi Jules ,got over my lovely surprise for my birthday now sounded if you had some nice surprises over the week with family and friends.it is nice to do something normal for a change with everything that is going on,at the moment where I live the virus is creeping up again which isn't good news.i went to my dementia group there was only 5 people with dementia and 5 volunteers the only thing we can do is colour talk or read it's really strange we all had visors on and we had to keep sanitising our hands and go out a different way to the way we came in. I also went my community centre this week it only opened 1 at September went with 3 friends for something to eat quite a few in but it was nice to have company and a chat,not sure about the social distancing  though and people weren't wearing masks when they serving food , when I told my son he doesn't want me to go again will have to see what my friend's think .but we're not going again now for a fortnight,not had George out this week as he has hurt his paw and it's got to heal up before he goes out again, I've missed him and taking him out as well.he keeps popping his head over the fence so I can stroke him and give him a treat lol .going over my friend's later for a coffee think I might be going out for dinner Sunday with the kids as it's forecast a nice weekend the pub we're hoping to go to has a lovely garden at the back so we can sit outside.have a lovely time visiting your friend and have a nice catch-up stay safe regards syl x

Hi Syl,

It must have been nice to at least manage a catch up with the Dementia and Community groups and sometimes hard to know what to do for the best of everyone involved.  It really does seem to be a case of taking it one day at a time and assessing your own situation so I can understand your son's concerns.

I have had not a bad week since I last wrote.  Usual walks, photography and watching my trail camera night recordings each morning as the foxes continue to travel through the garden on their nightly wanderings.  Had my three gym sessions but still struggling with getting the healthy eating back on track but at least managing the exercise side of things.  Booked my flu jab with the GP when they contacted me to arrange it (will be in early October).  Spent a lovely overnight stay with my friends who I had not seen since December 2019!  Such beautiful weather so mostly spent in their garden watching the red kites overhead and it honestly felt like I was on holiday getting a change of scene.  As a surprise they had booked an evening meal out at a local indian restaurant so another first for me since lockdown lifted.  All the usual protocols taken care of and felt really lovely to be able to relax and enjoy good company and beautiful food.

Hope you enjoyed the weekend and managed the Sunday Pub dinner.  Fingers crossed that George's paw gets better soon and that you can have company when you go for the walks soon.

No plans in place over the coming week but there are still things that can be done in the garden and whilst the weather continues to be so good I hope the get lots more walking in.  Look after yourself and enjoy the coming week.  Best regards. Jules x

Hi Jules ,glad your still watching the Foxes in your garden must be lovely watching them the only things to come in my garden are the hedgehog s but I love feeding them and watch them scurrying about looking for food.nice your keeping up with the gym sessions , there is no sign of my swimming aerobics starting yet apparently  the council are arguing over wether to open it yet as it wants repairs doing on it and that is where we have our friendship  group so I can't see us having tat any time soon.must have been lovely to see your friends after all this time,and have a nice meal with them as well I went to the drs Tuesday for my flu jab there was only me in which felt strange but at least it's done now been a lovely week weather wise ,I am taking George out again as his paw is a lot better now I did miss taking him for his daily walk and it gives me a bit of exercise as well covid virus is on the up again where I live I am not sure about going to my dementia group this week feel a bit apprehensive about going on a bus I've got a feeling it might close again will have to wait and see what happens. I'm not sure what's happening at the weekend regarding Sunday dinner I know it's forecast a nice weekend till the rain starts next week have a nice weekend regards Syl x

Hi Syl

Had a busy week socially and now trying to play catch up with mail.  You are lucky to get hedgehogs, I have not seen one in my garden for over 3 years now.  However  the night camera showed three foxes visiting last night plus a wood mouse alongside plenty of snails, slugs and crane flies.

Our local swimming pool has been open a while now but I am not a fan and usually only swim when on holiday!  A couple of my friends have been back and said protocols in place seem to be working well so they are happy to keep going at the moment.

Have an appointment with the GP for the flu jab at the beginning of October.  They are doing them all outside in the car park.

Glad George is better and you are able to go walking together again.  I see plenty of dog walkers when on my own walks and nice to pass the time of day with them.  Several walks with friends (socially distancing) this week and another planned for tomorrow morning with a coffee stop at some point.  Last night I met up with a friend and we went for a meal at her favourite Indian restaurant.  Only one other table occupied  and the food was lovely.

Have my daughter, two grandsons and the dog arriving for a sleepover tomorrow evening and will be good to have some proper time together.

Showery today but such a boost for the garden and I managed to mow the lawn before it set in.

HAve a good weekend and take care of yourself.  Jules x

Hi Jules, glad your keeping up with your walking it is nice to have a nice walk especially in the country side must be lovely to live near the beach or in the country when I see them on the TV people don't know how lucky they are.not done much this week I haven't been to my dementia group as I was a bit apprehensive about going on the bus.i txt bill who runs the group but I haven't had a reply which is quite worrying as he usually txts  me straight back will leave it now till Monday then try him again .I can't even go over to my neighbor for a coffee or visit my friend as it's against the law  but I can meet them in the pub stupid isn't it ?I am not going to stop the kids  from coming to see me though it's bad enough I can't see my friend's so not seeing the kids I would be isalated on my own for 6 month and I am not  doing that.the weather not been bad this week it's sunshine today took George out for his walk had a shock it was really cold  and windy I was glad to get back put the kettle on and have a hot cup of tea lol not sure what I'm doing at the weekend my son is full of a cold at the moment so he doesn't want me to see him till  it's cleared up, he's still working from home so at least he doesn't have to go out have a lovely weekend stay safe regards Syl x

Hi Syl,

I do enjoy my walks even though I live in a built up area.  I am lucky to have a variety of parks/woods within a couple of mies walk. Easy to socially distance too ha ha.  

Had a lovely 24hrs with my daughter, grandsons and the dog visiting and for a treat had an Uber delivery for Saturday lunch before they left for home. Hope to be able to travel to them in the middle of next month to help their youngest celebrate his 7th birthday.  Will just have to see how the guidelines are working by then.  

Hope you heard  back from the dementia group leader so that your mind was put at rest. It is a shame you are being so heavily affected by the rules due to Covid.  So far it is just the rule of 6 here to follow which is pretty straightforward.  As all the grandchildren are back at school/nursery we are back to the normal arranging the occasional weekend catch ups.  Next one with my son and family should be in two weeks fingers crossed.

Am still managing the gym three times a week and those are my main outings though whatever the weather I do a walk each day.  I have a track locally (about a mile away) and am aiming to walk laps there (it's free) as the park/wood areas become a bit muddy in the wetter months .  Has not been too bad here but apparently due rain today (none yet).

This weekend the local farmers' market is due to run (all outside on a field)  so may go along after my gym session .  Flu jab on Friday so that will be another tick in the box.

Take care of yourself and hope your son's cold soon clears up so you can have some visits again.

Best regards.  Jules x

Hi Jules,bit of a lock down where I am ,not going to my dementia group for the time being as we can't go on public transport unless it for work or school ,I did go out on Wednesday with three friends to a local pub they serve breakfast till 2 as well as other food we all had ommlete with all the trimmings it was very nice,but from midnight we can't do that anymore so I can't visit my 2 friends now not even in the garden not sure I can see the kids as we all live in different house holds , it's a good job I can take George out I would feel isolated if I couldn't take him for a walk but the weather isn't good for the weekend will have to do some colouring ,think my son is doing a dinner Sunday so will see him when he drops it off for me,glad your stil going the gym and doing your exercise my pool isn't open yet don't think my friend ship group will open now till next year I do phone a few of my friends from the group were all fed up as you can imagine it's just waiting to see what happens next things are changing all the time. my daughter has just started a night course at a local college she fancied a accountancy  course when she finishes in 13 week she gets a certificate so she can do a job a bit different to what she does now (if she finishes that is) I think she will she seems to be enjoying it . hope you enjoy your farmers market they have all stopped round me for the time being we should have gone to a food festival last week but that was cancelled which was so sad as it is such a lovely day out they have all sorts there including music and things for kids to get involved  in let's hope they can put it on again next year . have a lovely weekend stay safe Syl x

Hi Syl,

Sorry that you are yet again affected by local lockdown.  Must be so frustrating but better safe than sorry. If your children cannot visit, thank goodness for technology and telephone which is how I chat to mine most of the time plus WhatsApp/Messenger which are free.  Glad you can still take George out for walks as that does break up the day.

Had my flu and pneumonia jabs on Friday. Of course the weather was awful with heavy rain and winds and the poor doctors were working in open sided gazebo in the car park.  Still all done and just a couple of sore arms for 48hrs.  

Unfortunately the persistant heavy rain caused a roof leak so not much sleep with the constant dripping overnight 'fri/Sat.  Gave up at 3.30 am and made a cuppa whilst taking the time to google roofers.  Long story short got some recommendations and then my neighbour put me on to his roofer who is coming to do some work for them in a couple of weeks.  He came out Saturday p.m. and I have now accepted a quote for repairs plus other work I had already hoped to get done Fingers crossed the weather improves and it can all be sorted.  Thankfully a slow drip and no serious damage so bucket in place for now!!

I did not go to the local farmers market on Sunday as weather was still awful so came home straight after gym session and played some scrabble online to help pass the time after the housework was done.  Today has been mixed with showers and sunny spells so did my food shop in the rain and then some gardening this afternoon.  Now raining again so will spend the evening preparing some meals for the coming week.    My son and family due to come over on Sunday for a roast as they are waiting for new kitchen to be fitted next week.

Have decided it is easier to take one day at a time at the  moment but hoping for the best that any arrangements can go ahead or be re-scheduled.

Take good care of yourself and stay safe.  Jules x

Hi Syl,

Sorry that you are yet again affected by local lockdown.  Must be so frustrating but better safe than sorry. If your children cannot visit, thank goodness for technology and telephone which is how I chat to mine most of the time plus WhatsApp/Messenger which are free.  Glad you can still take George out for walks as that does break up the day.

Had my flu and pneumonia jabs on Friday. Of course the weather was awful with heavy rain and winds and the poor doctors were working in open sided gazebo in the car park.  Still all done and just a couple of sore arms for 48hrs.  

Unfortunately the persistant heavy rain caused a roof leak so not much sleep with the constant dripping overnight 'fri/Sat.  Gave up at 3.30 am and made a cuppa whilst taking the time to google roofers.  Long story short got some recommendations and then my neighbour put me on to his roofer who is coming to do some work for them in a couple of weeks.  He came out Saturday p.m. and I have now accepted a quote for repairs plus other work I had already hoped to get done Fingers crossed the weather improves and it can all be sorted.  Thankfully a slow drip and no serious damage so bucket in place for now!!

I did not go to the local farmers market on Sunday as weather was still awful so came home straight after gym session and played some scrabble online to help pass the time after the housework was done.  Today has been mixed with showers and sunny spells so did my food shop in the rain and then some gardening this afternoon.  Now raining again so will spend the evening preparing some meals for the coming week.    My son and family due to come over on Sunday for a roast as they are waiting for new kitchen to be fitted next week.

Have decided it is easier to take one day at a time at the  moment but hoping for the best that any arrangements can go ahead or be re-scheduled.

Take good care of yourself and stay safe.  Jules x

Hi Jules, weather not to good here either just had George out I had only been back 5 minutes and it threw it down all the lawns are soaked so no chance of mowing my grass just yet,glad you up to date with your flu jab apparently I can have a shingles jab now I've turned 70 .not sure when because of the pandemic.sorry your having trouble with your roof it's quite daunting looking for workmen when your on your own my hubby new all sorts of workmen as he was a macanic he new everyone I've have lost touch with them all now . sorry you missed your farmers market I'm sure you would have enjoyed it and bought something nice ,it's been a long time since I went to one they have all been cancelled round where I live for the time being .not heard anything about my dementia group I'm assuming it is still going will ring bill next week to ask how things are no idea if the baths will open again not heard anything but there is a lot of in fighting going on at the moment between the council weather to keep it open or close it for good it doesn't sound good at the moment it means my friendship group would have to find somewhere else to meet as we use a little  room in the baths hall as well.hope you enjoy your Sunday lunch with your son and family not sure what I'm doing at the moment  it's supposed to be nice on Sunday maybe my daughter will want to go out some where as she is stuck at home all week working I probably won't go will let her and her partner have some time to themselves not sure what my son is doing have a lovely week stay safe and well regards Syl x

Hi Syl,

Seems as though we are going to have to get used to tougher restrictions in lots of areas. Only listening to the news occasionally just to keep up to date.  Autum/Winter will probably seem longer because of it.  Thankfully most of the rain this week here has been late evening/overnight so I have been out for my walks as usual and also to the gym.  It does sound as though you are under tighter restrictions in your area and it must be quite daunting no knowing when you can return to enjoying the various groups.  

I had a good day with my son an family visiting on Sunday and  can you imagine it was the first family dinner I had cooked for them since last Christmas! Normally they only pop in for a few hours and we have a light lunch but as they are without a kitchen I did a full on roast and dessert!  Their kitchen should be fitted by the end of this week and then it will just be the painting to do (usually in the evenings when the little ones are in bed).  I am looking forward to seeing it finished.

Weather permitting my roofers begin next Monday and the work planned should take three or four days. Of course if the roof damage is bigger upon inspection it could be a new flat roof on the loft extension too so may take a bit longer.  At least all the work is outside so should be able to go ahead even if restrictions come back in.  Certainly have my fingers crossed I will be all snug and weatherproof before the bad weather sets in.

Hope you get to see the children at some point as it does lift the spirit to have some proper contact.  I am going out shortly to collect some birthday gifts for my eldest grandson (he turns 12 in November) and then I can turn my shopping efforts to Christmas and try and spread that over the next few weeks but first I need to check my garden camera to see if the foxes were out and about last night.   Take good care and stay safe and hope you can enjoy the upcoming weekend.   Jules x

Hi Jules ,been to M&S this morning with my daughter to get somethings for teas during the week got back then took George out  glad your son and family enjoyed their roast dinner and dessert  I haven't cooked a Sunday roast since hubby died I'm not much of a cook I'm afraid it's a good job the kids can cook there dinners are much nicer than mine lol. weather not been to bad this week managed to cut my lawn and turn the soil over but it has forecast rain all next week so I'm glad it's cut now for a couple of week hope your roof is coming along and you haven't  found it's a bigger job than you thought .I could do with a couple of new windows putting in I do know someone have asked them to come and have a look but I'm still waiting   for them to turn up I'm doing my own dinner tomorrow as the kids have got things on tomorrow my son said we can go out next week if we haven't gone into a further lockdown will have to keep our fingers crossed  I haven't heard anything else about my friendship group or my dementia group might ring this week to see if it's still open have a nice week stay safe regards Syl x

Hi Syl,

Glad you were able to go M&S shopping with your daughter as well as getting out with George.  At this time of year the weather plays an important part of the daily exercise routine.  So far I have only missed a couple of walks due to heavy rain so am relieved to still be able to get out on some socially distanced walks.  Our gym is still open at the moment but who knows for how long.  Just making the best of it day to day.   

The roofers began yesterday and should  be finished by Thursday. It will be a relief to have the house winter ready and problems solved along with the other work I already had planned.

I have managed to mow the lawn and the garden still looks pretty good for the time of year.Thankfully not cold yet so lots of plants still flowering and apparently due to get a good watering tomorrow!!

I am not a great fan of cooking either but doing a roast actually means I get several meals out of one joint so is budget friendly. Of course, much nicer when I do have family to share it with but that is usually only once a month or so.  Spent last weekend with my daughter and family so a couple of dog walks as well as playing with the grandchildren (well watching them enjoying their hobbies too) and also helping out for a couple of hours at my daughter's allotment.  I was able to bring home freshly picked rhubarb and cabbage too.  A couple of walks with friends plus the gym session later in the week but the weekend will be a quiet one.  Take care, stay safe and have a good week.  Jules x

Hi Jules ,just cleaned up so thought I would E  mail you just looking at the rain threw the window hope it's not raining all day as I would like to take George out later have managed to take him out all week  even though it forecast  rain .glad your still going to your gym and keeping fit as best you can ,I'm not sure if gyms are open near me as they keep changing the goal posts I'm not sure people know what the rules are really. I did go to my friend's last week for coffee but I took my own and we sat outside,don't think we will do that today as it's raining .hope your roof is fixed now and the problem is solved ,have still not heard off the man who is supposed to be doing my windows will have to contact him again if he doesn't ring me .have heard off bill who runs the dementia group they have stopped then for the time being thought they would it's better that everyone safe  than to keep it open and risk people getting the virus still feeding my hedgehogs at night not sure when they will hibernate can't be long now will miss feeding them as it's nice seeing them pottering about looking for food ,think I might be going out Sunday for dinner with my son to a local pub we went a coupon of week ago and it was very safe with everyone obeying the rules have a lovely week take care stay safe regards Syl x

Hi Syl,

Hope your weekend was ok and you that you and your son managed to get out for your Sunday meal. I do not eat out much these days and it is one of the things I miss as hubby and I liked to have visits to local restaurants a couple of times a month. When the children/grandchildren visit we do occasionally have home delivery which gives me a break from the cooking  (always appreciated ha ha).  Weather has certainly been cutting short some of my walks and so having to exercise indoors.  Gym open so went yesterday and booked in twice more this week.  Today have the roofers replacing my kitchen roof and was a beautiful sunny start though chilly.  They left for a short lunch break about 15mins ago and it is now raining so not sure how much they will get done this afternoon though they had hoped to finish it!

As far as the Covid rules are concerned our Council website keeps up to date with the guidelines and this makes it easy to follow as and when circumstances change.  Sadly it does look like it will be a disrupted winter but thankfully I am able to go out and shop for myself as and when necessary and providing I stay socially distanced can enjoy the company of friends on some of my walks.  I have just ordered a new pair a waterproof, lightweight boots as wellingtons are not that comfy for long walks.  Take care and stay safe.  Best regards. Jules x

How lovely that you have the hedgehogs visiting and think they normally hibernate mid November to December depending on how cold it gets.  Had our first light frost this morning but still have quite a bit of colour in the garden.

Hi Jules ,my son and I did go out for Sunday roast it was lovely there wasn't many in as we booked for 12 30  so it was a nice time to go think this Sunday my daughter is doing a Sunday dinner as she hasn't done one for a couple of week, last Saturday my daughter took me to a garden centre called bents it a massive place they sell alsorts we had a walk round my daughter bought some plants for her hanging baskets we then booked a table in the cafe for coffee and something to eat really enjoyed it it's nice to do something different for a change, I'm afraid we are now in tier 3 with covid  deaths going up in the local hospital and quite a few people  being admitted  with it it's frightening really as a lot of the country are  now going into tier 3 . weather not good here have had a lot of rain not had George out today as it's not stopped raining all day,glad your roof is getting done that's one thing less to worry about especially with winter on its way, I also miss going out with hubby for something to eat we loved going out for lunch to our local pub sometimes we would have our tea out on a Saturday as well something I miss .fed the hedgehog s again tonight  don't think it will be long now before they hibernate it's usually about November but don't think it's cold enough yet have a lovely week stay safe regards Syl x

Hi Syl,

Nice that you were able to get out for a meal with your son and also that your daughter will be cooking a roast.  You must be so grateful that they are close enough to see them fairly regularly. 

I have continued to walk come rain or shine (few changes of clothes along the way ha ha).  Plenty of autumnal photos to add to the growing 'lockdown collection' but my online followers seem to appreciate my daily walk updates as they cannot all get out and about and with another full lockdown looming I hope to be able to keep on walking.  The gym closes again on Thursday but will once again provide sessions online so not all bad news.

My daughter in law is doing a socially distanced drop off this afternoon so that family birthday gifts can be passed on.  Both her and my eldest grandson have birthdays this month so will not be able to celebrate in the normal way.  As part of my daughter's bubble this time round I will at least get to see them once or twice hopefully.  The most important thing is to protect those around us and our wonderful health service.

Very windy for my walk this morning but thankfully dry and mild.  Apparently cooler weather forecast so may have to put the fire on.  Seems to be strange to not need it yet and even managed to mow the lawn for probably the last time. Goodness knows what our husbands would have made of everything that is going on.  My hubby would not have liked to have been kept at home that's for sure; he loved his job so much and was shattered when his health meant he had to give it up and could no longer travel  in the course of his work.  All seems a long while ago now but then on other days, just as if it were yesterday.  Still onwards and upwards and doing him proud I hope.

Take care and stay safe.  Wishing you a pleasant weekend.  I am hoping it will be a dry one so can potter outside.  Best regards.  Jules x

Hi Jules, just had George out nice day here dispite all the rain we had during the week nice day tomorrow then back to rain.glad your keeping up with your walks  it is nice to get out especially in these awful times were all in lockdown now my daughter has been furloughed again till at least 2 of December,but my son is still working from home haven't seen my friend's now for a couple of week we txt one another but it's not the same as talking face to face .I don't know what my hubby would have thought of it all either I have a feeling he wouldn't have abided by the rules he because he had his own garage e would have carried on as usual .I know how you feel about things feeling like yesterday and sometimes they feel like a life time ago we must all have the same feeling when we lose someone we love . I have had to come off the tablets I was on for my knee pain as they can cause problems for your kidneys so I'm on cocodamol and voltarol cream at the moment I'm in agony as soon as I get out of bed  for at least 30 minutes with the pain it's awful then it starts to ache,I'm not sure if I can continue with the pain  will have ring the drs again it it continues. not sure what I'm doing at the weekend not that we can do much at the moment lol  enjoy your week stay safe  regards Syl x

Hi Syl,

Mild and dry here but had to stay in to take in some of my ' Christmas shopping.  Having said that I managed 2hrs of gardening and was able to leave the patio doors open.  Very lucky for this time of year.  A walk planned with a friend later in the week and my daughter and the boys popping down to do our 'bubble visit' at the weekend so looking forward to some company.

I do find the Volterol gel works very well on my hip  and so easy to use.  I was told to keep up the exercise as much as possible and still manage the occasional 8mile stroll but mainly between 3 and 5 miles several times a week.  Long may that last as loving the Autumnal colour.  Online gym sessions three times a week whilst in lockdown again but thankful for my exercise slots outside as love the fresh air and taking my camera to record day to day.  Garden birds have been busy stripping my hawthorn of berries and I have just taken the next couple of months delivery of bulk wild bird feed so that should keep them happy as the weather is bound to cool down eventually.

Did my supermarket shop for the next fortnight on Monday and was back home by 9 a.m.  Very quiet and have found this is the best day to go at the moment.  Just heard that at my old workplace all but 3 staff have been placed on furlough though how three people can cope with a two floor store I don't know.  Pretty pleased that I no longer have the stress of working that's for sure.

Finished a book today so will sort out another from my secondhand pile (came via my daughter;s neighbour who was having a clear out and as nearly all crime or thrillers right up my street).

Hope you had a reasonable weekend given the circumstances and that perhaps you have some plans for the coming one.  Being able to spend time gardening has helped the time pass quite nicely.  Stay safe and if that pain gets too much it sounds as though a call to the docs would be sensible.

Take care.  Jules x