Friday 21st November

redruby

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Morning all


Where is everyone ? tucked up in bed I hope, no rain here yet and no sign of the cold weather they promised, but we will see.

Off to w**k again today, finish at 2.15, so not too bad, need to pop to the post office and collect a parcel, and will put a wash on tonight.

Might do a mince pasta bake for tea, nice and easy, dd will just have pasta and sauce, as she loves that .

Hugs to all in need, stef and dd, taplady and friend, diva and friend, Wanna BS and anyone else,

Have good days all xx

Hardup_Hester

Morning RR & all who cross/follow
Yesterday was the day from hell, the kids were dropping like flies with a sicky bug, one child claimed to have broken his foot & wanted a wheelchair, he was upstairs so that was a challenge! One child complained about the med room being boring as he had to wait 40 mins for his mother to turn up & collect him. I have a couple of children who come to me when the need a bit of time out & both of those visited me yesterday.
Lets hope today is better, but somehow I doubt it. I need to pop to the shops on the way to work, I made loads of cakes yesterday, but need to get some fruit for those who are on diets.
Have a good day everyone.
Hugs Hester

thriftlady_2

Morning everyone:hello:

Hi Redruby;)

Got a splitting headache -too much wine last night:o

I made my mincemeat this week and today it is Christmas cake day.I shall make a some bread today too.

We have some cod for super tonight. I shall probably cook it simply with lemon and a drizzle of olive oil. I'll do some oven fried potatoes with it (chips).

floss2

:hello: I'm here!

Just listening to the radio & apparently it will be blizzards & cold this weekend.... brrr!

Just about to have a quick bath, then work - hopefully with an earlier finish than the rest of this week :rolleyes:

Got a list of jobs for when I get home - tidy heap of clothes on bedroom floor (:o), drag dyson round, make meatballs from 2 packs of y/s beef mince & make tomato sauce from last of y/s toms. Need to visit Mr T to pick up the bits we need for the weekend, but also going to local farmers market tomorrow, so will get veg etc there.

Can anyone suggest somewher to buy "nice, proper" Christmas cards? I've looked at Mr T & Mr A but they don't have any with a regular "Christmassy" look, i.e. no crib scene and very few with non-religious "peace" or "joy", however there are lots with baubles, puddings, trees, presents, glittery snow scenes, even shopping (not ideal in the current climate!) but apart from tiny kiddy ones ...... Think it will be a dash into the charity shops to find some more acceptable ones!

Hugs to all in need, have a good (if chilly!) day

Floss x

redruby

Hester,
Just realised its your Birthday today, hope you have a fantastic day :beer: :j :T :beer: :j , did your DH give you a pressie this morning .

xxxx

Penelope_Penguin

redruby wrote: »

Where is everyone ?

I've been chasing spammers around the board :rolleyes: :mad: thanks thriftlady for reporting them - saves me a job :A

Good morning :j :T :beer: It's Friday and I'm having a baking day :T :T :T I want to make a cake, some cookies, an apple pie, calzone, garlic dough balls. I have my Christmas cake ingredients soaking, so want to add some more brandy to them, and make sure I have enough ingredients for the pudding (which I'll make next weekend) and the mincemeat (which I might make this week).

Happy Birthday to Hester :bdaycake: and Chipps (if you're still around)

Just been chatting to Gingham Ribbon who sends her love to everyone :j She's been reminding me of the joys of small children Not sure I could go back to that

Have a great day everyone, I'm off to make a pot of tea for the children.

Penny. x

Hardup_Hester

Thanks for the birthday wishes, yes RR, I have had my b'day pressie from hubby, lol.

betheebee

Morning all, Been up ages browsing the net due to my arms giving me jip.
Have been making a list of things to do in readiness for Crimble, plan to get DH to bring stuff down from the loft to see what I have bought throughout the year, I did make a list then promptly lost it.

Got some YS duck breasts y/day so that's dinner sorted. Still have a pile of ironing stacked up, think I'll do that later as it's one productive way to keep warm. I ordered a load of logs but they wont be delivered untill Thurs. My supplier needs his bathroom painting so we struck a deal, I decorate and he pays me in logs. Love this type of deal as no money changes hands. I popped around last night to view the room and plan to start tomorrow.

Lots of hugs for D&DD, STEF, MSD and friend, PENPIN MEANMARIE, TAPLADY, CANDY, (haven't seen yah for a while) SYBIL, CHEAPSKATE, LAMEWOLF hope today's meds check is not to harrowing for you. SMOKIE, how are you, you're missed lots. extra hugs to anyone I've missed.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY HESTER _party_

Penelope_Penguin

floss2 wrote: »

Can anyone suggest somewher to buy "nice, proper" Christmas cards?

I get mine from Cards for Good Causes - huge choice and a bigger than average donation to the charity of your choice

I've had to delete a couple of posts giveing medical advice:

Hi, Martin’s asked me to post this: Sorry, giving or asking for medical advice is not permitted on this forum as it’s not what this site is about. While discussing medical insurance policies, cheaper ways to see consultants, cashback for alternative health treatments and how to get specific medication cheaper (legally) are all perfectly acceptable we ask you specifically not to discuss what to do in the event of certain medical problems (please see this rule on the Health Board). If you have any questions about this policy please email [EMAIL="abuse@moneysavingexpert.com"][EMAIL="abuse@moneysavingexpert.com."]abuse@moneysavingexpert.com[/email][/EMAIL].

Penny. x

Essex-girl_2

Good Morning All

:beer: Hester - Happy Birthday, hope you have a great day.:beer:

Floss - have you tried the charity shops?

Not cold here today but very windy.

Am off work with OH today so about to dry my hair drop DS round DSis then will be off. Will probably be delivering in the west end so that will be fun - am taking packed lunch but will treat myself to a starbucks.

Have listed all my stuff in my outside freezer and theres not much real food so will try and use that up this week and do a big stock up next week. Not sure what is for dinner today - something quick with chips.

Best be off, have a lovely Friday.
x

Squiggly_Diddly

Morning all,

a day in the office mainly for me today which is probably much needed. Still feeling very tired from the remains of the flu.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY Hester!!!!!!! Glad you've had your pressie from DH, enjoy the rest of today

Might be the other half of the stir-fry for supper tonight, got to get some washing on the airer before I go out too.

((((((hugs))))))))) for all those needing them & thinking of those all MIA at the moment, hope you are all ok if you're lurking & reading.
xx