Just a quick one today. Back properly tomorrow.
Have a lovely day and enjoy whatever fine weather there is around. :-)
Sunday, 30 September 2018
Saturday, 29 September 2018
Saturday
Good morning, everyone.
There's not really much to mention this morning. Yesterday passed as days often do. Just small, everyday stuff. It was warm during the day if you were sheltered but a bit chilly in the breeze and I gather the next fortnight or so will be much the same. Good news for my holiday!
I've just remembered that two parcels arrived yesterday. One was a swimming costume. I will be swimming every day on holiday (unless I have a day off) and one cossie really isn't enough. I do have two in the next size down, bought for less than half price in a sale, but I tried them on and . . . well, no, not quite. Another half stone down and they will be fine but not right now. So now I am set for my holiday.
The other was some ankle boots from Hotter, Last week, as you may remember, I discovered that I can now get into normal width footwear. I tried on some ankle boots in Matalan. They fitted fine but the soles weren't all that comfortable. So I went to good old Hotter and ordered from there. Much more expensive, I know, but they will last and were extremely comfy. I've always wanted bootlets so I feel not the least bit guilty and I'm now very well set up for footwear.
Today looks like being more of the same but without parcels! :-)
There's not really much to mention this morning. Yesterday passed as days often do. Just small, everyday stuff. It was warm during the day if you were sheltered but a bit chilly in the breeze and I gather the next fortnight or so will be much the same. Good news for my holiday!
I've just remembered that two parcels arrived yesterday. One was a swimming costume. I will be swimming every day on holiday (unless I have a day off) and one cossie really isn't enough. I do have two in the next size down, bought for less than half price in a sale, but I tried them on and . . . well, no, not quite. Another half stone down and they will be fine but not right now. So now I am set for my holiday.
The other was some ankle boots from Hotter, Last week, as you may remember, I discovered that I can now get into normal width footwear. I tried on some ankle boots in Matalan. They fitted fine but the soles weren't all that comfortable. So I went to good old Hotter and ordered from there. Much more expensive, I know, but they will last and were extremely comfy. I've always wanted bootlets so I feel not the least bit guilty and I'm now very well set up for footwear.
Today looks like being more of the same but without parcels! :-)
Friday, 28 September 2018
Friday
Good morning, everyone. What a gloriously autumnal day it was yesterday, sunny with a clear blue sky and warm too, but not uncomfortably warm. It was one of those cheerful days!
I met up with my friend and we had some good coffee while we talked. How we talked! We were still going strong when A had to leave for another appointment. When two ex teachers come together, some of the subject of the conversation is inevitable and we certainly aired our views! It was great and we will make this a regular thing in a way that neither of us could do while we were working.
After tuition it was weigh in and, cheers, another pound and a half off. That'll do me! For those who do SW, I got my bronze body magic thing. A twee name for 'exercise' but it's good that they encourage members to get moving a bit more.
Today I am off to my parents' home so need to get the house sorted a bit. It's not nice to come home to a mess, after all. I need to go to Morrisons so that's my bit of exercise. I know it's not much but it is much better than nothing.
But first - coffee!
I met up with my friend and we had some good coffee while we talked. How we talked! We were still going strong when A had to leave for another appointment. When two ex teachers come together, some of the subject of the conversation is inevitable and we certainly aired our views! It was great and we will make this a regular thing in a way that neither of us could do while we were working.
After tuition it was weigh in and, cheers, another pound and a half off. That'll do me! For those who do SW, I got my bronze body magic thing. A twee name for 'exercise' but it's good that they encourage members to get moving a bit more.
Today I am off to my parents' home so need to get the house sorted a bit. It's not nice to come home to a mess, after all. I need to go to Morrisons so that's my bit of exercise. I know it's not much but it is much better than nothing.
But first - coffee!
Thursday, 27 September 2018
Thursday
Good morning, everyone. I was awake too early today (just after four) which is going to make a long day but never mind, I can have an early night if it is really necessary.
Yesterday felt quite busy at time.
I walked down to Morrisons to off load some too-big Tshirts into the Sally army recycling post. Happy and sad at the same time - happy because they're now too big but sad because some of them are less than a year old and I used to get years of wear from my clothes. I'm glad to know they will be going to people who need them though.
The governors' meeting was quite long but mostly very interesting, as they often are. It's a good way to stay in contact with the school I worked in for so very long.
Today I have an early date with a friend at the Writtle coffee shop but after that the day is pretty clear really until tuition and then weigh-in. Fingers crossed.
Yesterday felt quite busy at time.
I walked down to Morrisons to off load some too-big Tshirts into the Sally army recycling post. Happy and sad at the same time - happy because they're now too big but sad because some of them are less than a year old and I used to get years of wear from my clothes. I'm glad to know they will be going to people who need them though.
The governors' meeting was quite long but mostly very interesting, as they often are. It's a good way to stay in contact with the school I worked in for so very long.
Today I have an early date with a friend at the Writtle coffee shop but after that the day is pretty clear really until tuition and then weigh-in. Fingers crossed.
Wednesday, 26 September 2018
Wednesday
Good morning, all. It's jolly cold again outside and it wouldn't surprise me if there was another frost although it is too dark to tell right now as it's too early for street lights.
The bus got me into town in plenty of time so, on the way to the opticians, I popped in to Primark and popped out again with some Harry Potter socks. Very childish!
The tests were fine, albeit tiring. You have to concentrate so hard, especially in the hearing test but the outcome is some new, swish hearing aids, bang up to date and with a number of features that should be extremely useful. I also have new glasses on the make although my eyesight only shows slight changes which is great
I bet the bank manager winced though!
Today I shall have an early swim and then the lovely Sharon is coming to sort my hair out. After that I have a few spare hours, which is nice, before tuition and then almost straight out for a governor's meeting at school. I must remember to set Great British Menu to record!
The bus got me into town in plenty of time so, on the way to the opticians, I popped in to Primark and popped out again with some Harry Potter socks. Very childish!
The tests were fine, albeit tiring. You have to concentrate so hard, especially in the hearing test but the outcome is some new, swish hearing aids, bang up to date and with a number of features that should be extremely useful. I also have new glasses on the make although my eyesight only shows slight changes which is great
I bet the bank manager winced though!
Today I shall have an early swim and then the lovely Sharon is coming to sort my hair out. After that I have a few spare hours, which is nice, before tuition and then almost straight out for a governor's meeting at school. I must remember to set Great British Menu to record!
Tuesday, 25 September 2018
Tuesday
Good morning, everyone. How are you all?
It's a lovely clear early morning here so, of course, it's jolly chilly. I nipped out to get something from the freezer and nipped back in again quickly. No hanging around to count the tomatoes today!
After a good swim, I got stuck into the planning. There's a bit more to do but it's not too bad. I also did two loads of washing out on the line which didn't get bone dry but fine for ironing/airing. I did the ironing in the evening so that's all done and out of the way.
I've finally finished the DS9 box set (sad, sweet ending) and started the last set Dave gave me - Voyager. I never saw the first few episodes when it was on originally so missed how they got there in the first place - now I know!
And finally, I started my list of Things To Take. It'll be refined down, of course (I hope).
Today is a packed day. I'm taking the bus into town this morning for hearing and sight tests. The sight test is the usual regular one and the hearing test is because I know I need new hearing aids. That will be more than a bit money-ouch but needs must!
Once home, it won't be long before tuition so really is all go today! Better get moving!
It's a lovely clear early morning here so, of course, it's jolly chilly. I nipped out to get something from the freezer and nipped back in again quickly. No hanging around to count the tomatoes today!
After a good swim, I got stuck into the planning. There's a bit more to do but it's not too bad. I also did two loads of washing out on the line which didn't get bone dry but fine for ironing/airing. I did the ironing in the evening so that's all done and out of the way.
I've finally finished the DS9 box set (sad, sweet ending) and started the last set Dave gave me - Voyager. I never saw the first few episodes when it was on originally so missed how they got there in the first place - now I know!
And finally, I started my list of Things To Take. It'll be refined down, of course (I hope).
Today is a packed day. I'm taking the bus into town this morning for hearing and sight tests. The sight test is the usual regular one and the hearing test is because I know I need new hearing aids. That will be more than a bit money-ouch but needs must!
Once home, it won't be long before tuition so really is all go today! Better get moving!
Monday, 24 September 2018
Monday
Good morning, everyone. After some heavy rain yesterday, in the afternoon the sun managed to break through and all was bright and cheery again. I think today is supposed to be pleasant too; sunny but quite cool.
The puddle test was most satisfactory and my feet remained dry. Excellent.
When Beth came round, we had some home made tomato soup (tasty) for lunch and then we got out the sewing stuff and made that owl cushion apart from the stuffing as Beth had that at home. We'll get it finished on Tuesday and posted off the next day.
We've made four owl cushions now for this particular friend, for her daughter, one for each year she has been at university. A rather nice mini-tradition to set, I think. This will be the last one unless we are asked to make one to celebrate graduation.
The sewing machine was making some rather clunky noises - I think it will need to go off for a service at some point soon. There's a shop in town that does this sort of thing but it will be a two handed job, one pair to drive and the other pair to whisk out with the machine and drop it off. Parking is dire round there.
Today I am going to have an early morning swim and then I intend to set to and do all my planning for the week. That's because every other day I have something scheduled which is rather nice and I don't want to have planning hanging over my head.
I'm also going to start prepping for my holiday. I find all the pre holiday stuff great fun and it adds to the enjoyment of the event no end. I might even be able to get some of the food stuff ready; it is self catering and I'm blowed if I am going to buy things like salt and pepper or even buy them there.
Well, the first coffee is now a memory so I'd better get moving if I want to be out in an hour's time. Back tomorrow and I hope you have the day you really want to have.
The puddle test was most satisfactory and my feet remained dry. Excellent.
When Beth came round, we had some home made tomato soup (tasty) for lunch and then we got out the sewing stuff and made that owl cushion apart from the stuffing as Beth had that at home. We'll get it finished on Tuesday and posted off the next day.
We've made four owl cushions now for this particular friend, for her daughter, one for each year she has been at university. A rather nice mini-tradition to set, I think. This will be the last one unless we are asked to make one to celebrate graduation.
The sewing machine was making some rather clunky noises - I think it will need to go off for a service at some point soon. There's a shop in town that does this sort of thing but it will be a two handed job, one pair to drive and the other pair to whisk out with the machine and drop it off. Parking is dire round there.
Today I am going to have an early morning swim and then I intend to set to and do all my planning for the week. That's because every other day I have something scheduled which is rather nice and I don't want to have planning hanging over my head.
I'm also going to start prepping for my holiday. I find all the pre holiday stuff great fun and it adds to the enjoyment of the event no end. I might even be able to get some of the food stuff ready; it is self catering and I'm blowed if I am going to buy things like salt and pepper or even buy them there.
Well, the first coffee is now a memory so I'd better get moving if I want to be out in an hour's time. Back tomorrow and I hope you have the day you really want to have.
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