Thursday 22 September 2022

Thursday

 Morning, everyone.  A quick one this morning as I am rather pushed for time.  The sun is shining, like yesterday, although yesterday ended up gloomy and rather stuffy in a not-very-warm sort of way.  We'll see what today brings.

I remembered circuits - well, I didn't forget Groove, I just didn't wake from my snooze in time.  As always, Lindsey worked me hard and it was all very satisfying and energetic, bless her.  I'll miss next week's classes although I'm sure I will make up for it in walking.

Today is going to be busy.  I have the weekly chat with Chris and I'm well into sorting out food etc.  I have a bit of washing to do and I want to get all the clothes sorted out.  It looks as if it will be turning cold next week so layers is the name of the game.  And MUST NOT forget my swimming cossie (for the hot tub).

One more thing - there's a nasty scam going round that it might have been easy to fall for.  I got a text saying that I've been in contact with someone who has tested Covid positive.  My first thought was something a bit unprintable, what with a holiday coming up, but I looked again and it didn't look right.  It was nothing like the other NHS warnings and there was a link to follow to order a test.  That didn't look right either.  Also, I know that everyone I have been in contact with long enough would certainly have let me know if they then had covid.
So I googled and yes, there are several scams going round, that being one of them.  The link would have taken me to a site that looked very like the NHS site but into which I would be required to input all sorts of personal details . . .
And, understandably, lots of people are falling for it - it causes immediate panic and fear and I think it's just plain horrible.
So - please, if you get something like that, stay calm, test if you must (I didn't and, several days later, I'm fine) and don't follow the link.  

I'll definitely be posting tomorrow but if things are a bit intermittent next week, I am sure you won't worry and understand that it's holiday stuff going on.  However, I do hope to be able to upload plenty of photos of the places we go to.

Have a great day, one and all.  Take care.  xx

16 comments:

  1. Thanks for the warning Joy. There's a whole lot of greedy people out there. That hot tub sounds utter bliss.

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    1. Doesn't it just. I've even bought a bottle of prosecco to enjoy while relaxing in it!! lol

      Yes, there are some horrors, just out for what they can get. I don't understand the mentality at all. Just preying on fear and worry. Disgusting!
      xx

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  2. Glad you had a good day yesterday . Thanks for the warning for the NHS scam seems there are loads doing the rounds and all at first glance look authentic .
    Have a great holiday and relax

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  3. Thanks for the heads up about the scam - always good to stay alert.
    Have a really good holiday
    Alison in Wales x

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    1. Thanks, Alison. I hope you have a good week too. xx

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  4. Someone on the local facebook page mentioned that scam too.
    Have a lovely holiday

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  5. Enjoy your trip…I have a couple planned when Covid gets even better here…I don’t do hot tubs…other people have been in there …lol…lots of reasons…the pool here at the complex …I go in once in awhile because really lots of chlorine..my son has a salt water pool even better…you will have a great trip…mask and be safe.

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    1. I'm sure it won't be any worse than the pool at the gym - fewer people using it, for a start! :-)
      You stay safe too. xx

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  6. I hate that the scammers are always after us and it's usually the most vulnerable of people that fall for it. My Mum is always getting phone calls, and although I keep telling her not to, she chats away to them as though she has a new friend. Luckily, she is still aware enough not to give out details, but only just!! Thanks for the warning about this one.

    I hope you have a great time away. You're a lot braver than me, there's no way I would get into a hot tub at a hotel. It's like sharing your bathtub or your bath water with strangers.

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  7. We’ve had that scam several times now and the first time I thought drat-where have I been and with whom? As soon as I read the part about money I realised it was a scam and reported it to our local Trading Standards whi then post a warning on their page. Rainy here today so sewing. Catriona

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    1. Just what I thought at first and then common sense took over. I never thought of reporting it and I think I have deleted it now.
      Hoping the sewing has gone well. xx

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  8. Thanks for the warning Joy. Words cannot describe how I feel about these people preying on the fears of others after all we have been through together.
    The blanket looks fab now you have finished it. It is a real feast of colours and stitches.
    Have a lovely holiday with your friend, relax and enjoy x

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    1. It's awful, isn't it? Some people have no ethics.
      Thank you for your kind words. I hope you have a lovely week too.
      xx

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  9. People think of all kinds of things! Sounds like a busy day. Hope you have time to put your feet up at the end of it!

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