Tuesday, 06-06-23

(Just something to brighten up this post)

Good morning, everyone.  It's yet another dull start to the day but the sun came out yesterday for a short while so fingers crossed for today!

It was a memorable day though.

I nearly had a whinge yesterday about yellow courgette seeds.  I popped them in the soil well over a week ago and nothing, absolutely nothing had happened.  There were only four seeds in the pack so I planted all four of them, assuming at least one out of the four would do something, but no - nothing.  
I'm glad I didn't whinge because later on yesterday there was a tiny little green speck showing and maybe, by this evening or tomorrow the speck will have uncurled to show wee seed leaves.  One out of four isn't great but, to be fair, that's all I want so here's hoping.  Better late than never, eh?
(I did try to take a photo but couldn't get it in focus)

I glanced at the clock and decided I had time before circuits so, as I had made my decisions, I mustered all my confidence (one of my words for the year, that) and used my mobile to contact the cruise company to book that Festive cruise.  I needed to speak to someone because of going with a friend so wanting a cabin on a specific deck, etc. as well as sharing the chauffeur car to and back from Southampton (which is included in the price).
Thankfully, the lady I spoke to had a lovely clear voice with no noticeable accent and the line was good so I heard everything perfectly well.
And, friends, it is now booked.  A Christmas adventure.

Of course, it means some changes in my Christmas traditions.  No Twelve Gifts of Christmas for the time between Boxing Day and Twelfth night for a start.  Luckily, for all I wanted to get them bought early, I only have a few so far.
No big Christmas cake - I might make some really small ones for family gifts instead.

No Kelly Bronze turkey.

However, I will have Christmas Tree Day - I might not get out all the other stuff but I must have the Christmas Tree up.
And I am thinking I will have the family round for a nice buffet the weekend before Christmas.
I can still do the Advent Carol Calender in here - I believe there's WiFi on board and anyway, I can time the posts.

Lots to think about but isn't it exciting?  Thank you for all your comments and advice.

Circuits was really fantastic.  As well as the three of us who are always there, there were two other ladies with their children, two boys and three girls, all primary age and at home because their school had an INSET day.
It was clear to see what an amazing teacher Lindsey must have been - she was brilliant with the kids and it took me right back.  Lovely!  I told her, she ought to think about doing something similar through the summer holidays.
After Circuits, Healther, Wendy and I went off to a coffee shop nearby - I just had my favourite Americano because I had my lunch all prepped and ready at home while the other two treated themselves from the menu.  It was lovely, sitting and chatting outside and we weren't the least bit cold because they turned on a little outside heater.
That was lovely too.

Today starts with Groove and, looking in the diary, that is the only scheduled thing so I will have to ponder on what I can/should/want to do for the rest of the day.  Nothing shop related, that's for sure.  Actually, I might pop over to Galleywood and have a stroll on the common - it won't be muddy, that's for sure.  I'll see how I feel!

Better stop rambling and start getting ready for the day.  Take care, everyone, and have a great day.  xx