Meet the Other Phone. Child-safe in minutes.

Meet the Other Phone.
Child-safe in minutes.

Buy now

Please or to access all these features

Chat

Join the discussion and chat with other Mumsnetters about everyday life, relationships and parenting.

Come and tell me your dull and unexciting news 27: Calmly through the day

1000 replies

MissConductUS · 17/10/2023 15:48

I've started a new one. Please join us and share the boring and mundane things happening in your world. It will be calming for all.

Here is the link to the prior thread:

Come and tell me your dull and unexciting news 26: Calmly through the day

Welcome to all regulars, lurkers, and new contributors! Everyone is welcome to join.

Page 40 | Come and tell me your dull and unexciting news 26: Calmly through the day | Mumsnet

I've started a new one. Please join us and share the boring and mundane things happening in your world. It will be calming for all. Here is the link...

https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/_chat/4855796-come-and-tell-me-your-dull-and-unexciting-news-26-calmly-through-the-day?page=10&reply=130009976

OP posts:
Thread gallery
151
Mumtobabyhavoc · 19/11/2023 02:40

Silkie, your evening sounds very sophisticated!!!! ☺️☺️☺️☺️

I had a bit of opera on earlier and now have The Matrix on.

sproutsandparsnips · 19/11/2023 15:55

Gosh Merry have you fractured your radial head?
Bizzey I hope your water is back on!
No rugby today for DS as pitch waterlogged. Not been very productive, have been swimming and will go to church in a bit, done 2 loads of washing but can't dry outside because of rain......

Silkiefloof · 19/11/2023 16:11

Lovely pizza Havoc

Hope have water again Bizzey

Good to go swimming Sprouts Hoping to go ourselves later though still not 100%.

Just had a roast dinner. Floof had a masterplan to make DH drop one he was carrying by charging in front of him but DH dropped the cutlery instead. So Floof jumped next to me and I offered him a piece of meat but he was horrified, DH had bought gammon thinking it was pork. Floof not impressed. Very salty though rest was lovely but this is our second week of it.

HelenaJustina · 19/11/2023 18:20

I’m making a risotto, though had to sub last 50g of arborio rice with pearl barley as ran out. Hoping I haven’t made a huge error.
Only the kitchen left to clean for weekend jobs and then really should get on with my coursework this evening.

MallardsMoorhensAndLethe · 19/11/2023 19:50

Welcome to the thread Emma.

That pic is making me so hungry Havoc.

I've done a little decluttering and cleaning today, interspersed with watching YouTube.

Mumtobabyhavoc · 19/11/2023 20:51

Helena, how was the risotto? I've added barley to mine as well (to boost nutrition).

Windy day here and have had a lazy morning staying in pj's and watching a movie (The Perfect Storm).
Need to get out for some fresh air though!

EmmaEmerald · 19/11/2023 22:27

Havoc that pizza looks wonderful.

Silkie floofs and their master plans 😂

What a great idea this thread is for nice gentle chat.

I have been at the cinema and really pooped now. It's been a long crap year.

I am hoping for an early night and tomorrow have a huge pile of domestics and paperwork to do. Food delivery coming, I nearly ordered some crab meat after seeing that pic. Not going to be much cooking going on though so will wait a bit.

Would crab go well with dill for a nice pasta sauce, I wonder.

haven't cooked barley for ages. Must get back to cooking full stop really, eating a lot of ready meals and trying to offset them with salad!

Mumtobabyhavoc · 20/11/2023 00:03

Emma, I use canned crab and it works well.
1 full can that I squeeze water out of in paper towel then dollop in little spoonfuls in rows over two heaping soupspoons of pesto spread over dough. Too much pesto means too much oil and dough will be soggy and raw. I chop sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil and dot them along with 3 anchovies finely diced. Onion was also finely sliced and chopped. Cheese was from a cheese tray (Swiss, Gouda, Gruyère) but I often splurge on fresh bufalo mozza.

Dough is 2c all-purpose flour (not self rising); scant tbsp garlic powder (not garlic salt)and a tsp salt sifted together. 1c previously boiled water at 110f (you must take the temp or risk killing yeast if too warm) with 1tbsp yeast and 1 tbsp sugar. Mix well. Let the yeast mix sit until foamy (about 15mins) then dump into flour mix and I just stir until combined.
(Yeast is dead if it didn't foam w/i 15 mins)

I then transfer dough to a larger greased bowl and cover with a tea towel then place in a warm spot for an hour until it has risen (usually on my bed on heated throw!). Make sure the dough gets oil on top to avoid a crust forming.

I grease well a baking sheet with olive oil then hand press the dough to fit. You can roll it out, though. The dough should feel quite soft.
add toppings and then into a 425f over for 12-15 mins. I just use a spatula to lift the bottom a bit to check it's nice and brown.

Please post if you make your own! I love reading about other people's cooking and baking! 😋

btw, I omit salt and garlic powder and change water to milk to make my cinnamon bun dough. It's super easy, too. ☺️

Silkiefloof · 20/11/2023 01:10

It's a lovely thread Emma Sorry it's been a difficult year, hope 2024 will be kinder.

Just went swimming, lost count of lengths but at least 51 plus 42 probably 71 plus 42 and jacuzzi

Mumtobabyhavoc · 20/11/2023 01:37

Silkie, when were you swimming? Your post was at 1:10am! 🫣

Silkiefloof · 20/11/2023 02:05

We got back at 9pm, currently Floofing. He is trilling for games. I have 30 robins to add to tree.

Mumtobabyhavoc · 20/11/2023 04:44

Silkie, ahhh and you're a night owl as well.
🥱☺️

Deathraystare · 20/11/2023 05:14

@HelenaJustina

I love pearll barley and have seen a lot
Of recipes for it in risotto. Mum used it in lamb Stewart you need to check it as the bugger sticks to bottom of the pan!

I have been having it in home made soups. But mine is in a mixed bag of pulses. I won't be making risotto for a while as I usually like to add lots of butter and my cholesterol is high.

whyyy321 · 20/11/2023 11:20

Loads to catch up on! How exciting about the nearing arrival of the second baby havoc, @Mumtobabyhavoc . Also very impressed with your pizza, I'm veggie but it made me hungry if I'm honest!

We've been looking at sofas this weekend, and TVs, for our new house. Looked at the TVs on sale in Currys for black Friday, but a friend since told us actually the sales in Feb might be better and to hold off if we can- as the one we liked will be "old" by then (apparently new types of TV are released every 6 months or so) so we might get it even cheaper. Found a sofa I really like, just making sure there isn't anything else we prefer in the sofa shop down the road this week, then we might order. I'm very excited about the sofa as we've always had rentals until now, so have been dreaming about a cosy comfy sofa for years!

Dropped DS off at nursery this morning, he's definitely going through a separation anxiety phase. It's so upsetting leaving when he's crying, but I know he will cheer up within minutes. DH and I hate it, he's always been so happy to go to others so this is a new feeling/challenge for us. Taking it in turns to be the 'baddie' leaving him at nursery. Luckily he only goes 3 days a week at the moment and soon we can drop it to just afternoons. Though, I wonder if that might mean more separation upset as he'll be less used to it? I'm sure children are designed to break your hearts!

EmmaEmerald · 20/11/2023 11:54

Thanks for the recipes and kind thoughts. I was going for tinned crab - I do have a fishmonger nearby but I'm thinking it's a safe bet that will be really expensive?

mountain of admin to do today. Have done the key bits so going for a walk now.

re children at nursery, my sister cried so much, my folks nearly gave up. The nursery were firm that she would be okay after a couple of hours, and she was.
currently checking in on a neighbour's floof and he is so hard to leave, he is 6 months and sticks out his paws when you try to get him off your lap.

Silkiefloof · 20/11/2023 12:12

Awww it's hard when they are that age with nursery, mine were both happy but seemed fairly common and same on starting school why At least when they get a bit older they can explain. It may be just the change. Or time of year if it's going from inside to outside to get there.

I also have a needy Floof Emma I was woken this morning by two big soft paws then a swipe then as I was still not awake a jump on the bed and the give me my tuna now look of death.

Yes I am often up at night Havoc, can never sleep. Exciting your baby will be hear soon.

I just had a Portuguese tart and cup of tea, Floof has the wrapper which is foil as a ball.

vernatheraven · 20/11/2023 17:11

I got the car charger at Lidl and it was free.

Mumtobabyhavoc · 20/11/2023 17:35

Whyy, so exciting about new house and furnishing it! I stopped by a custom furniture shop a few months ago and fell in love with a pink velvet sofa. It was total luxury. $$$ But not yet compatible with a toddler.
I feel that emotion about leaving dc already! I have no idea how I will cope. Don't be surprised if I'm confiding here that I'm the crazy mum at the school all day waiting for dc to need me. 😂😂😂😂😂
Emma, veggie as in vegan, ie no seafood or milk products or eggs? I would love to cook for you! I have always had a take it or leave it approach to animal products although an omnivore. I forgot I also sprinkled capers on top. I'd add black olives as well as cherry tomatoes and omit crab.

Re fresh or tinned crab: tinned for pizza and quiches (squeeze water out); fresh for pasta and omelettes. Longer cooking wastes the delicate flavour of fresh crab. 😋

Silkie, have you been off tarts lately? This is your first mention of them in a while. 😄😋
I'm finally back to falling asleep at a decent hour, but still waking up twice during the night. I seem to fall back asleep the first time, but am awake 1-2 hours the second. 😡

Off to get ready... Havoc has gymnastics. Is now trying to sip my latte saying, Num num that's good! 🤦‍♀️
Looks like a nice day. 😎

EmmaEmerald · 20/11/2023 18:09

havoc I'm not veggie? I love anything that someone else cooked, lol!

I don't eat much meat though.

Silkie that is frustrating, you have my sympathies. Insomnia issues since I was a teen.

I think I'm going to watch Sherlock after dinner. I found a DVD box set in a charity shop for £1.50.

MissConductUS · 20/11/2023 18:57

Verna, why did Lidl give you a free car charger?

Silkie and Emma, our female cat used to wake me up when she wanted breakfast. I broke her of this habit by picking her up and dropping her on the floor when she tried it, then made her wait half an hour for it. Our male cat woke me up yesterday while i was having a nap. I think he was just checking on me, as he didn't follow me into the kitchen for dinner.

DD is coming home tomorrow from uni, leaving her car with us, and joining up with her fiancee to spend Thanksgiving with his family. Her car has a brake that squeaks, so DH has booked an appointment with the dealer to look at it on Friday. She will be with us for the Christmas break.

My adventures in non-American television continue with Acorn streaming service. I've started watching an Australian show called Darby and Joan. The first two episodes have been very good, so I'll stick with it for a bit.

OP posts:
Mumtobabyhavoc · 20/11/2023 20:17

My mistake , it was Whyyy's post being veggie.

Lemonsandlemonade · 20/11/2023 20:32

Hi all just catching up and checking in.

Hope you’re all doing ok?

Boring news I ordered the last Christmas present for DS tonight and one for DH too.

Silkiefloof · 20/11/2023 20:46

Lemons Welcome back how are you?

MissC Putting Floof on the floor wouldn't really help as he's so big. 😹Good you'll have DD home for Christmas.

Emma Enjoy the film.

Havoc No not so many Portuguese tarts at the moment. Floof gets so excited with them and his robins.

Just had an Indian takeaway which was nice. DD is back from school. DH went to piano. This is the piano from the concert the other day. DH was in love.

Come and tell me your dull and unexciting news 27: Calmly through the day
Come and tell me your dull and unexciting news 27: Calmly through the day
HelenaJustina · 20/11/2023 22:06

The risotto was fine, but the DC preferred it without pearl barley!
Hoping to work from home tomorrow for the first time ever, have got super productive plans re my coursework.

IWanderedLonely · 20/11/2023 22:08

Reading Mumsnet and Instagram instead of switching off the light and going to sleep. DH is snoring. Daydreaming of leaving him to live alone in a cosy little cottage in the middle of nowhere.

Please create an account

To comment on this thread you need to create a Mumsnet account.

This thread is not accepting new messages.
Swipe left for the next trending thread