Angel57

6 minutes ago, pete14 said:

No fireworks, a bit anti social at midnight with little kids living in houses close by, and it upsets our dog.

 

Couldn’t agree more about the fireworks. My poor dog shakes with the loud explosions and will wake anyone in the neighbourhood that hasn’t  already been disturbed with his howling!

1 hour ago, indiana123 said:

Sadly Son in Law has it.  As a family we have been so careful.  I haven't seen them,  close up for months and months.

 

He works indirectly for  Border Force, so had to drive , often with a Police Escort, around where the Dover 'lorry stack' was.

 

Its a shame when they were so careful indoors, even their  teenage daughter  took herself up into the loft extension for 7 days when someone in another part of her sixth form got it.

 

Luckily he isn't too bad.  They followed every rule they could but having to work is probably what got him.

So sorry to hear about your Son-in-law. He’s doing such an important job.

And I echo what Kalos said - his teenage daughter is a shining example of how to be careful and be mindful of those around.

6 minutes ago, grapau27 said:

No snow here just very icy so I think we will have a day at home.

Sitting in bed eating breakfast. just had a phone appointment with my doctor.

How lovely to have breakfast in bed. Pauline spoils you 🤣

No snow here in West Sussex and I am just grateful my morning walkies with Freddie was, for once lately,  not in the rain.

I’ve had some lovely cruises to the Med at the beginning of October. I wouldn’t worry about the Bay of Biscay as it can be like glass or lumpy at any time of the year.

The plus side of cruising at that time of year is that the ports tend to be quieter and with slightly cooler temperatures it makes exploring much more comfortable.

The only downside IMO is the sun disappears a bit earlier than in high summer......

Enjoy......

15 minutes ago, Adawn47 said:

That was the one that Michael Fish said wasn't going to happen!!! 

Avril

He was never allowed to forget that was he!
I so remember that storm and all the trees that came down. I recall driving into Epsom, Surrey where I worked and had to drive under a tree that had fallen across the main road. How daft was that. Certainly would not do that now!

I hope everyone is ok after such a stormy night. The wind and the heavy rain here in West Sussex was pretty awful. Thankfully it does seem to be subsiding slightly now.

43 minutes ago, Ardennais said:

The estimated dates on the calculator have already changed by 9-10 days since this time last week so it might be even longer than we originally thought. 

I’ve just checked and I’ve slipped about 3 weeks to now being around mid May......(my age group is 60-65).

28 minutes ago, AndyMichelle said:

We have had storm Bella here this morning... 

She was doing her business outside, trod in it, panicked and ran through the house... 

Right in the middle of breakfast... 

Andy 

Oh my - just adorable.......💕

Thank you for all you do and allowing all the various discussions. 

I would also echo all that Avril said above.

Best wishes.

Gill 

29 minutes ago, Bloodaxe said:

Still had no dinner, went to the Daughter in laws for a lunchtime buffet.

Found that the Cat was very unwell, ended up making a trip to the emergency vet in York.

The Cat has passed away, nobody feels like dinner now, will make do with a Chicken sandwich, what a year.

 

 

I’m so sorry Bloodaxe. Our pets are so precious and have kept us sane this year. Your daughter-in-law must be so upset......

11 minutes ago, P&O SUE said:

Happy Christmas one and all, got a calendar from our grandson with a gorgeous picture of him for each month! Lovely. We also seem to have quite a few chocolates and wine as presents! 
Eagerly waiting for a video call later from son and grandson.

How lovely to have a different photo of your grandson each month.

I have been given 2 x litres of Courvoisier Brandy from friends and family. They know me well.

12 minutes ago, Ilovemygarden said:

Happy Christmas to you all from an unusually sunny Glasgow!  Thanks for all your banter throughout the past months helping to keep us sane!    Angel57 I also live alone but am lucky my son and partner will shortly be here for the rest of the day.  Hope your day is as good as it can be. 🎄🥂

Thank you.
I’ve had lots of phone calls and a lovely FaceTime chat with my Goddaughter whom I adore. Technology can be a pain but this year has been a godsend.

Have a lovely day. 🎅🏻🎄

2 hours ago, grapau27 said:

Hope you have a fantastic day Gill.

Hope you and Pauline have a great Christmas. After having Covid you really deserve a very merry Christmas.
Hopefully your taste is now fully back so you can enjoy the Brussel Sprouts in all their glory! 
Gill x

5 minutes ago, AndyMichelle said:

Merry Christmas Gill, hope you manage to have a good day. 

Andy & Michelle x. 

Thank you Andy and I hope you and Michelle have a lovely day with perhaps a small glass of something? 🥂

1 minute ago, purplesea said:

Happy Chriistmas  everyone 

 

Eat drink and be merry!!!!!

 

 

Plan to do both...... Happy Christmas!

6 minutes ago, jeanlyon said:

Gill, take care.  Sorry you are on your own. xx

Thanks Jean. It’s a shame Covid has ruined this Christmas, but I count my blessings as I have a lovely warm house, enough food, good friends whom I will be talking to tomorrow and of course my dog. I am a lot luckier than many this year......

Great to hear you all eating so well tonight. It all sounds delicious.
I’m saving myself for tomorrow’s blowout! As there is only me I will no doubt eat and drink too much.....

Wishing everyone a good Christmas Day tomorrow.

Gill x

34 minutes ago, bee-ess said:

Well we didn't last long in Tier 2 - we are Tier 4 from Boxing Day

West Sussex is the same. Straight from Tier 2 to Tier 4. 😢

I’ve just had the confirmation email from Waitrose for my evening delivery tonight. All items except one are on the list. A few substitutions but mostly bigger sizes for the price of the smaller size. For example I’m getting 500ml of brandy cream instead of 250ml. What a shame!!

With Waitrose you pay 40p if you want your food delivered in plastic bags

11 minutes ago, Adawn47 said:

Not sure. Asda, Tesco, Waitrose and Ocado have all been cancelling turkey orders due to a '' technical glitch'' One poor woman had her turkey substituted with a large pack of stuffing. How insulting was that?

Avril

My Waitrose order (and small turkey) is due tomorrow evening. I’m not optimistic about what will actually be delivered. They are normally very good, but these are unusual times.

44 minutes ago, Ardennais said:

Wasn’t it Grant Shapps who mentioned the number of lorries?

Both Boris and Grant mentioned the figure of 170 lorries...... Perhaps someone missed a zero off when typing up their notes?

Just said on news that a lot of fish is in the lorries waiting to go over to Calais. There’ll be a fishy pong before too long....🤣

25 minutes ago, zap99 said:

I see you are fairly new to cruise critic so welcome. In case I don't get another chance, I'll say goodbye now🤣

Done the same! 

Just now, po go said:

primed , briefed  hook line and 

How sad you feel like that...... bet the crew know that too!

3 minutes ago, Josy1953 said:

I hope that they don't head in your direction but watching the way in which everyone seems to be trying to get out of London I think that yo may be unlucky.  Given that no one is supposed to go to a lower tier the crowds should be stopped at the railway stations and all public transport should be stopped from leaving the tier 4 areas.

There will be lots heading to Cornwall and the Isle of Wight I bet....!

3 minutes ago, zap99 said:

I guess it is inevitable that it will spread across the country. Slowing it down will only work if folk follow the rules. Any bets on that happening?

No bets at all..... Most sensible people will obey the rules but unfortunately there is the minority that don’t believe this is serious - and will cause the inevitable damage for January.