O/S Daily Saturday 15 July 2017

nmlc · 15 July 2017 at 6:58AM

O/S Daily Saturday 15 July 2017

This is an “over the garden fence” type thread where we chat about everything Old Style and maybe a little bit more. It’s a great, inspiring and motivating thread we start each day to discuss what Old Style things we’re going to do today or what we’ve achieved already. Everyone’s welcome, please do come in, put your feet up (although check the fence hasn’t just been painted first!) and join us for an Old Style natter. The more the merrier!

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Morning everyone

Hugs to those that want/need one x

Happy birthday to those with a birthday x

Very cloudy, dull and dreich here this morning, but still warm.

DH up and gone into work, I'm also working this morning, I've had a shower and just finished my brekkie, boys still in their pits.

Dinner last night was breaded chicken portions, chips/jacket potato, beans/veg for the menfolk, I had the LO caponata, cous cous and I had smoked haddock too. Dinner tonight I'm not sure about but have plenty in, so can organise whatever whenever. Workman coming back this morning to finish off the work, not much left to do. DH needs a new pair of work boots, so we must get those this afternoon.

I wasn't overly productive yesterday but did get the ironing done. The shopping was expensive again, but now have full to bulging cupboards and fridge/freezer and freezer. I'm buying much more fresh fruit and this seems to be where the expense is coming in, but if I plan and cook and use what I have the coming weeks shopping should be less expensive - we'll see. I'm also back on the diet so I'm eating slightly differently.

Only have today then this week at work then have some time off - can't wait, DH is going to be off too, he's more than ready for a break.

Keep safe and well x

nmlc x

Gers · 15 July 2017 at 7:15AM

Good morning, thanks for the thread nmlc.

Damp and dull in Glasgow, no doubt the same at home. I've been awake and padding around for about an hour.

The 'usual' Saturday routine has been changed for today. I'll be dropping DM off to visit a couple who are old friends. Meanwhile I'll do the shopping and then go back to collect her. The husband of the couple is very debilitated and so an hour visit will be enough.

Before that I'm going back into town first thing (9am) to return one of DM's new tops for her. I'll take the opportunity to pick up a couple of silicone stirring spoons.

Yesterday whilst I was hanging about in JL I sat in a very comfortable garden chair, so unlike the folding ones I have in my small barn. So, when I got back here I ordered two online. They can be stored in the large barn as they're light enough to be carried through. Once I use up the old wood in the small barn they can sit on the pallet.

So, not very MSE

this week but these are so much better for sitting on and reading. Can I justify the spend on the grounds of good posture and comfort?

It's so dark outside still, all cloud. I hope that there is brighter weather elsewhere and you all have a happy Saturday.

tru · 15 July 2017 at 7:34AM

[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Morning :hello:[/FONT]

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Gers wrote: »

So, not very MSE this week but these are so much better for sitting on and reading. Can I justify the spend on the grounds of good posture and comfort?

[/FONT][FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Yes

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[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]elf I don't know our story either, lol. Scampi was taken to a rescue centre at six months old by a family who thought a puppy would be a cute toy for their young kids, they taught him nothing and got annoyed with him when he didn't behave. That's the short version of what the vet, the behaviourist and a gundog trainer concluded when I told them about the problems I was having. It makes me so angry that they've caused a dog to be so nervous, because when he's around people who have the patience to get to know him, he's a little star and is so friendly.[/FONT]
[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]Sorry you're having to put up with those people

Don't you find that the ones with the worst attitude are the ones who know the least about dog training/dog manners? Their dogs are usually the ones who are allowed to go up to anything and anyone, have no recall and the excuse is “oh it's fine, my dog is friendly”, even after you've explained. No it's not fine and that's your excuse for you can't be bothered and it's not fair on your own dog either, you idiot (that's one of the politest things that run though my head, the others aren't printable!). The MDIF brigade are to be avoided at all times

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[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]We went down to the boating lake yesterday (there are no boats and the mini-golf course is long gone!) and came across a couple of swans. I steered Scampi away but was still getting evil looks from the swans. That's when I noticed a fluffy little cygnet between them, so I changed direction completely before the parents decided to attack all of us

Scampi wore himself out on the old golf course, he was stress-free because he was off his lead.[/FONT]

[FONT=Verdana, sans-serif]I have a whole day to myself! The sky is dark and it's raining, perfect for scented candles – it seems a waste to light one on a sunny day, lol. I'm going to update my money spreadsheets, box up some eggs, flit about with the duster, then do nothing

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:beer:

[Deleted User] · 15 July 2017 at 7:45AM

Thanks for the start nmlc and good morning all , I am up and ready to go shopping already It will be my second shop this month so possibly a 'several bags' one.:) but as I have so far only spent just over £3.00 on food owing to using up what I have indoors I am quite happy with my list.

Nothing on it is not needed and its only five weeks until our holidays so what I get today will be really needed,i.e. stuff I have run completely out of

:)

I dislike shopping really ,especially on a Saturday so I thought I would get it done before it gets too busy.So Aldi and Lidls in Sittingbourne can expect a swift visit from me.I hope to be back indoors by 10.00a.m. at the latest

Hope you all have a good day ,the sun is out there somewhere behid a bit of cloud at the moment but its quite warm at least I will stick the washing machine on whilst I'm gone so the washing will be out on the line this morning .I am quite organised this morning

Happy Saturdays chums

JackieO xxx

Nelski · 15 July 2017 at 7:54AM

Morning :wave:

tru scampi is so lucky to adopted you

Gers yes totally justified

Bad headache this morning

I have had a blocked ear for a couple of days and I think its linked to that. Plans today were fairly chilled housey stuff so I will take it easy. Hoping once my ear 'pops' the headache will go with it but no sign of that yet.

Had a good day yesterday and cracked through pretty much all the paperwork remaining for mum cant believe how long its taken just makes you wonder how people manage when they don't have someone to sort it out.

Food today will be left over tuna pasta and some garlic bread.

Have a great day everyone :A

Hollyharvey · 15 July 2017 at 8:08AM

Morning everyone,

Thank you for starting us off nmlc

AOD Thanks for this suggestion, I phoned my hairdresser and asked him to recommend an oil, and he thought this was a really good idea and has dropped off a bottle of oil that he uses on clients that is nearly empty for me to try without having to buy any so that’s good. I had a look at some supplements yesterday and I’m not sure which ones I would need so I will have to investigate this a bit more.

Judi It sound like your hair didn’t take to colour or bleach at all. I have been colouring my hair for about 15 years now and have had this colour for the past 10 years so I hope it isn’t that. Like you I will have to stop if it is the colour that his causing this.

Yesterday was a dull and overcast day here although it wasn’t cold so I didn’t get to go up to the park to people watch, and the forecast isn’t good for today either so I don’t think I will be doing that today either.

I’m not really sure what I’m going to do today. I have a small list of jobs that need doing and I need to go and pick up a couple of things for a neighbour who will be returning from her holiday early this evening, I just hope I can find the list she gave me.

I have bought some of the Heck sausages as they are on offer again at the moment because I fancied toad in the hole. I think it must be the weather having turned a little bit cooler that has brought this on.

I hope that you all have a good day whatever you are doing.

camelot1001 · 15 July 2017 at 8:12AM

Morning all

Fairly light cloud here, bit of a breeze and dry, yesterday's showers only lasted for the morning.

Going to cycle to Delft today and have lunch.

Hope all's well in your world's, take care. Xx

TravellingAbuela · 15 July 2017 at 8:20AM

Morning folks and thanks NMLC. It's a damp, dull start here too so I am glad I got most of the washing done and hung out yesterday. It dried in record time in the wind.

I felt lousy all day yesterday - tired through lack of sleep, headache, eyes aching too, and all Mr TA's health problems crowding in on me. I had to force myself from one job to another. I dosed up with painkillers mid evening and took to my bed. I actually slept quite well and feel much brighter this morning.

I already have my stock pot simmering away with an enormous amount of veg for my favourite Red Pepper and cream cheese soup. Three tubs of Aldi G & H cheese ready and waiting to be whizzed in when it's ready. That should keep me going quite some time. Whether I can find room in either freezer for all the tubs is another matter!

No other plans for today but may pop into town on the bus in a bit, unless DS appears again, like last Saturday, and scuppers the idea! No matter if he does as not going down for owt special!

Have a good day folks and (HUGS) for the poorlies, sad or worried who want them. And I forgot to welcome the newbies yesterday in my haste. Stick with us, we are not a bad bunch! Take care all xx

LaineyT · 15 July 2017 at 8:55AM

Morning everyone and thanks for the start nmlc x

We had a fabulous day at the races but boy do my feet know it today, unaccustomed to heels and standing for a long time! There wasn't many races when we didn't bother the bookies, personally I had two winners and two places so came home £10.55 up on the day :j only ever bet small amounts but do enjoy a flutter at the course. Apart from a couple of spots of rain the weather held dry and we all came home tired, but happy.
Back down to earth today as there is a bit of housekeeping to do, just taken some tempura chicken out of the freezer and that will do for tea with some stir fry veggies.
Lovely to hear Scampi's story TRU he fell on his paws when he found a home with you x
Glad you feel better today TA
Perfectly justified Gers comfort is everything

Have a good day folks x

dumpling · 15 July 2017 at 9:02AM

Good morning everyone :hello:

It's a lot cooler today, I actually feel a bit chilly which is a novelty after melting for the last few weeks. Steve is sat next to me watching something on youtube, Lilly and Becky are still asleep and Phoebe went off to her friends last night for a sleepover. She managed to stay there all night so I am hopeful she is having a good time.

It is our towns Heritage Day today and there is lots going on so I quite fancy a wander around later. I hope Becky will come with me as I enjoy her company.

Spaghetti and meatballs for tea tonight. Steve is on domestic duty all weekend and I am very glad to not have to think about what to make for dinner. I am going to put some bacon on in a minute for breakfast though.

Hope you all have a great day whatever you are up to, take care xx

silver-oldie · 15 July 2017 at 9:09AM

Nelski wrote: »

Had a good day yesterday and cracked through pretty much all the paperwork remaining for mum cant believe how long its taken just makes you wonder how people manage when they don't have someone to sort it out.

Good morning

I often have this thought. I often struggle paperwork and with modern things I just do not understand. Techie stuff, smart phones I could go on. Soon I don't think I will be able to function in this world.

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