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Come one, come all ,to the countdown to Christmas 2019 Thread 1

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Mrsmadevans · 29/12/2018 18:32

Welcome to the first thread for the 2019 Christmas countdown m'dears Xmas Grin

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NoWordForFluffy · 18/01/2019 09:32

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Morning. Brrrrrrrrrr! ❄️❄️❄️❄️ Bit chilly out there. Lots of frozen puddles making the paths treacherous!

I'm tired today. DS woke too early and wouldn't go back to sleep. Sigh.

I speed-cleaned the bathroom before the school run. We went to the butcher and Aldi on the way back and I'm off to town and the dentist later, coming back via Home Bargains for dishwasher tablets. My life is a whirlwind, I tell you!

Wheelie, I'm so glad you're home and on the mend! We missed you! Flowers

Neros, good luck with the next interview.

Biscuit, where - vaguely - are you in the country. No threat of snow here. Yet. But we're on the NW coast and it has to be snowmageddon before it hits us. If we get it, you know that some poor sods are really suffering! 😂 ⛄️

BiddyPop · 18/01/2019 09:43

Morning all,
I can see the sun shining outside my window now against the clouds, but it was dull, grey, raining, foggy, miserable weather when I was coming in.

I thought I was keeping on top of things, but a few balls are getting dangerously close to the floor so I need to concentrate today on those. But so far, I am still juggling them all, none have actually dropped yet....Wink

donttakethebiscuit · 18/01/2019 09:43

Neros Will be getting my eldest some wellies today, just so we can play in the snow. Good look for your interview

Fluffy We’re in the NE, it’s gone quite sunny now so it hasn’t stuck, but absolutely freezing out. We get snow quite a lot up here. You’ve got a lot done today, cleaning the bathroom before the school run! You’re a superwoman. I don’t even have to do the school run and I struggle to find the time

Mrsmadevans · 18/01/2019 09:44

Morning everyone 😀
Trying to snow here but nothing sticking ATM.
Going to parents early , have a lot to do there today , like any day is a walk in the park 😄 pick up meds , district nurse calling, cooking , cleaning and a plethora of other jobs. Bought Dad his presents for Mums birthday, jewelry and perfume and a mag subscription to Yours and a card. Hope she likes them and hope he approves of my choices 😄. Som days he just said can't be bothered with anything so l will leave it there and let her him see them when he feels up to it 😃😍
Thank you for that Bickie , it's a nice nickname l think anyway but then l would say that lol 😄
Nero 😃 great news on a second interview yay best of luck sweetie🍀🌟🤞

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Mrsmadevans · 18/01/2019 09:48

Had to go quickly, will be back to reply after , Biddy keep juggling, Fluffy hope dentist is not too bad sweetie 😳

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NoWordForFluffy · 18/01/2019 11:40

You know what I said about snow? Scrap it; it's snowing! ❄️⛄️❄️⛄️❄️⛄️

It's not sticking, but is quite large flakes flurrying!

I'm at the dentist early, but don't care as it's bloody cold out there. I've been to Wilko, Sainsbury's, Asda and Next so far. Just Home Bargains to go!

70isaLimitNotaTarget · 18/01/2019 15:21

Hellooo Y'All.

Cannot believe this is nearly 900 posts and we're only half way through January Xmas Grin

January is always an odd month though, lots of Good Intention, but it never happens. I don't want to wish it away , its a month out of my life!

We have had some frost but no snow. I'm going to buy a nice winter coat for DS (he is a bally nightmare , I had to practically sew him into his coat when he went to school, he's not much better now. Then his little teeth chatter and I give him a scathing "I told you so" look. )

Next week is the first Rudolph Day+ Burns Night . Double celebration.

Mrsmadevans · 18/01/2019 17:27

Afternoon everyone Xmas Grin
Had a very productive day thankfully, Mum showered, Dad showered , new set of clothes for them both, beds changed , washing on, cleaned the bathroom and the bedrooms, District nurse called , Dad's pressure area wound much better going to come back in 2 weeks now . So that is a win ! Had to fill in a load of forms , Nurse asked loads of questions , she said to Dad 'how is your mobility?' . Dad said 'not so bad'. Honestly ....they shoot you down in flames don't they lol. I said to her , Dad and Mum both stagger around using the furniture for support like toddlers and she laughed . I couldn't believe my ears ! Xmas Grin
Went to the pharmacist and Drs because their prescriptions were not done yet again! Same old story Hmm .
Mum fancied Fresh Cod in Breadcrumbs for lunch , so l beat an egg and soaked the cod in it and then rolled it in breadcrumbs & cooked in it the oven. l was dreading what it would look like but it was fabulous! Xmas Grin. Left them in the warm, absolutely exhausted from showering , district nurse visit and a friend calling in for a chat , they will sleep most of the afternoon l reckon lol. So they are ok thankfully. Dad says he is still the same still feels bad , but you can see the improvement in him now, he is looking brighter , more interested and enjoying the spoiling lol ! It is like Mum and Dad are in competition to have the most attention though they are like children lol. I am just glad he is a little better it was such a worry him being so low , honestly he thought and felt like he was dying poor thing. Came home and did some shopping for them for tomorrow to take up so all is well with them atm ! I am not holding my breath mind or counting my chickens Hmm Xmas Grin Just take each day as it comes Smile
Fluffy you have done very well today m'dear. I don't know how you do it all , just like Biddy really you are both so conscientious Flowers. Must be something to do with lawyers lol Xmas Grin
70 hello m'dear , good luck with the coat hunt for DS , think l find Jan a bit of a downer month because the days are short , the weather can be horrendous, it's post Christmas and a lot of illnesses about worse luck. Won't be long till the Spring now though , we have snowdrops in our garden and the hyacinth bulbs are coming through , (l absolutely love Hyacinths, snowdrops and bluebells, the colours and smells are just gorgeous) Xmas Grin
Bickie did you get some lovely wellies for your Dc what did you get them ? I am a nosy cow lol Xmas Grin Hope you had a lovely snow walk Smile
Am going to put a pic on of the Snowdrops in the garden they are just lovely Smile., not much snow here, just a smattering on the mountain. I don't mind a little bit and normally l love it but l don't want too much because of access to the parents it is hard to get to where they live if it snows. I will have to pack my bags and go and stay l think if it comes .
Wheelie, l hope you are continuing to improve sweetie and l hope you have found the sewing bee episodes and are loving them Xmas Grin
Well l have bored you all enough , l will leave you all be lol
Have a lovely evening everyone Xmas Grin

Come one, come all ,to the countdown to Christmas 2019 Thread 1
Come one, come all ,to the countdown to Christmas 2019 Thread 1
Come one, come all ,to the countdown to Christmas 2019 Thread 1
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NoWordForFluffy · 18/01/2019 17:45

Sounds like a busy day, Mrs. And situation normal with your parents!

My snowdrops weren't flowering last weekend; I saw some today, so it must've been cold enough. I'll go and have a look another day to see if they're doing anything!

I'm not sure which of my bulbs are up and which aren't as I put them in randomly and have no idea which is which! 😂

I love the same spring flowers as you, Mrs.

70, good to see you, where've you been?!

Where's PB? We've lost her, which is unusual.

BiddyPop · 18/01/2019 17:53

Lovely snowdrops Mrs, and great to hear your DPs are both sounding so much sprightlier and more interested in life/food/answering back!!!

Not jealous at all (she lies) about your snow Fluffy

I have a similar DD to your DS 70s - comes out to the car in her shorts and tshirt, even in this weather, and refuses to even take her coat to school when its under 5 degrees......Angry

Waiting for a result of a meeting before I can go home - but after a fraught morning and early afternoon, I've been slightly twiddling my thumbs so I got caught up on some paperwork at least. DH is in recovery after a (very!) heavy night last night - and will organize takeaway for himself and DD. There's loads at home for an easy dinner for me. And a glass left in the winebottle too..

Almost done with paperwork, I will have a load of reading to do over the weekend but hopefully with a good result from today...fingers crossed!!

PhilomenaButterfly · 18/01/2019 20:17

DS2 fell asleep in our bed at 5.50, DD will go to bed at 8.35. 😴

I've somehow ended up being the local coordinator of the redboxproject.org. Adventure have just accepted my first box, so I just have to buy one and fill it! It's so exciting! Xmas Grin

donttakethebiscuit · 18/01/2019 21:02

Mrs Lord that really is a productive day, you all wow me how you seem to get so much done. We caught the bus to town and had some cake at the coffee shop. We got them some boring plane green wellies, but Archie (my eldest) seems to be growing like crazy so I don’t want to get anything too nice just yet.

donttakethebiscuit · 18/01/2019 22:17

BiddyPop I hope the result was good🤞🏻

Philomena How exciting for youSmile

I think I’m off to bed now, goodnight everyone

WheelchairWoes · 18/01/2019 22:45

Fiddle Good wishes and good luck to your interview!!

Mrs This day sounds super productive for you all! Sounds like your dad is improving in small ways which is fantastic. What beautiful snowdrops in your photos too!

I absolutely love the Sewing Bee!

70s I'm glad you are getting your son a new coat. We need to get our kids some snow pants I think.

Fluffy YAY for snow!!

I've missed you guys too and am glad to be back! Sorry today was a quiet day! Just trying to heal and get better!

biddy Good luck! Hope you got home at a good time!

PSB Fantastic! Good for you! I've never heard of The Red Box Project.

donttake How are you doing today?

It's about 5:45 pm and husband is at work. The big snow storm is going to be bigger than planned. We are in a lot of warnings. I'm a bit nervous.

NoWordForFluffy · 19/01/2019 08:39

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Morning!

We're off to see seven episodes of Hey Duggee at the cinema this morning. Ah, woof! 😂

I need to sort my seeds out this weekend and plan my growing schedule. I've bought more propagators, plus one huge heated one for my chillies and peppers and maybe sweetcorn as I'm pretty sure they like it nice and warm!

I need to send DH to get me some compost at some point, though I do have some to start with, but I need loads for my spuds as I grow them in bags. I may need more bags too! 😂

I also need to get to the allotment at some point tomorrow too, though I may go this afternoon. So much going on!

Wheelie, I love Sewing Bee too. The presenter is changing next series to Joe Lycett. Look him up as I find him hilarious when he's on 8 Out of 10 Cats do Countdown.

NerosFiddle · 19/01/2019 08:54

Fluffy my dc love Hey Duggee. They'd be so jealous.

Wheel I'm glad you're feeling better. Relax as much as you can.

PSB and Mrs can you come and make me dinner sometime Grin

Biddy hope you got a good result.

I'm in the airport now waiting for my flight with a hot cup of tea.

Mrsmadevans · 19/01/2019 09:00

Am just going to the parents, no time to reply but will come back LTR , have a happy Day everyone 😀

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NoWordForFluffy · 19/01/2019 09:03

Have a lovely time, Neros!

PhilomenaButterfly · 19/01/2019 11:16

Morning! DS2 spent his Christmas money, in the Sainsbury's café, the DC had bitesize breakfasts, I had a cheese and mushroom omelette, going to get DD some new trainers afterwards, her feet have grown again. 🎅🎄😋🍳🍳🍄

donttakethebiscuit · 19/01/2019 11:58

Good morning everyone😀

Wheelie I’m doing good today thank you. The snows been washed away unfortunately so I think we’re going to sort play. You’ll have to let us know about your snow storm, I hope you stay safe.

Fluffy I don’t know how your head doesn’t explode with all that going on!. I hope Hey Duggee is good, Archie absolutely loves it!.

Nero Have a safe flight ✈️

Philomena I know what you mean about feet growing, thankfully my twins don’t really wear much shoes as they’re still too little to be walking out and about, but my eldest seems to be in and out of shoes constantly. You’re breakfast sounds fantastic.

Right then, I’m off to bath the boys and then we’re going to soft play, have a good day everyone😀

PhilomenaButterfly · 19/01/2019 16:17

The DC had Pukka pies for lunch. 😋

PhilomenaButterfly · 19/01/2019 17:16

DS2 will go to bed at 6.55. 😴

PhilomenaButterfly · 19/01/2019 17:45

DD will go to bed at 8.50. 😴

Mrsmadevans · 19/01/2019 18:49

Evening all Xmas Grin
Another busy day , prescriptions not ready again just like yesterday Hmm, returned to get them an hour later. I didn't have DH with me today, he went to Cardiff with the DDS to the rugby and l had to do everything myself, l so missed his help today Sad. My Dad is slightly better Smile l said to him 'you know now you are not dying Dad it was the depression' and he said 'Yes he knew that but sometimes he still feels like he is dying',. l said 'that is what depression is like when you are so low it makes you feel so physically ill' poor thing . Sad
Mum was supposed to go out to lunch but her legs are bad again so we cancelled it . She was so tired today. I did loads though, l bleached the cups and washed them up after the tannin stains were gone , washed the kitchen floor and gave the kitchen a good clean , cleaned the kitchen drawers out. There is so much to do there .
Right what have you all been doing ? Grin
Nero have a wonderful break Xmas Smile
Fluffy hope you all enjoyed Hey Duggie Xmas Grin, l love the sewing bee Fluffy and although Joe is lovely, l will miss Claudia. l think Patrick is divine Xmas Grin, Hope you managed to get a lot done at the allotment too Grin
PSB has he spent it on the points Roblox thingy bless him ahhhh Smile
DH atrial fibrillation just gone again this minute Sad , taken his tablets now just have to wait for about 5 hours to see if it works, he hasn't long had an attack it was Christmas eve night , as you do . Ah bless him hope it goes soon. It's very stressful having it hanging over your head and you always dread the 'pill in the pocket won't work and we will have to go to hospital . The worst night of the week a Saturday night ! He knows when to pick it lol .
Bickie hope you had a lovely play with the DC .l like the sound of the green boots tbh very Farmer Giles lol Smile
Wheelie l am so glad you love the Sewing Bee Smile are you able to see all the series ? Hope you are feeling better day by day . Have you had much Snow yet? Flowers
Biddy hope you got a good result too m;dear and are having a good weekend m;dear Smile
Had better go do tea for us all , hope everyone is having a good evening Smile

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NoWordForFluffy · 19/01/2019 19:00

Mrs, have you tried denture cleaning tablets for the cups? They work a treat and you don't need to worry about fastidious washing afterwards. I'm bloody good at washing cups so we don't need to do anything with ours (and we mostly use the dishwasher too), but I've used them on mugs I use at work which aren't washed as often / well.

Hey Duggee was great; the kids had fun! I didn't get to the allotment, but I did tidy the shed and sort my pots / seeds out. Allotment tomorrow.

I hope your DH is OK. Must be scary. Though with heart problems you'd bypass the Saturday night wait anyway, I'd think? I hope it doesn't come to that though. Flowers

DS was asleep before 6.45 tonight. If he doesn't have the pox in the morning I'll be amazed. I'm sure it's on its way!

I'll miss Claudia too. But Joe is funny!