pete14 Posted December 21, 2022 #41126 Share Posted December 21, 2022 28 minutes ago, bobstheboy said: Had to Google, never heard of them. I believe they are especially good for currant accounts. Part owned by the wife of a sultan I think. 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Britboys Posted December 21, 2022 #41127 Share Posted December 21, 2022 3 hours ago, DamianG said: Hi all, I've not posted for a while after a difficult month but I still enjoy reading everyone's news and the debates on here. My father passed away mid-November after a rotten 2 years for him. He went from fit and active to disabled in no time back in 2020 due to Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and the small chance he had of recovery disappeared during the 4 months he spent in 3 different hospitals whilst they tried to diagnose his symptoms. He moved into care in 2021 and remained mentally sharp with his usual friendliness and kindness towards others, despite being wheelchair bound. He was liked by everyone, especially the staff who appreciated his willingness to chat and listen to whatever they had to say. On the 16th November I got a message that he had been taken to A&E before 8am and I got there with mum around 9am. We thought he would bounce back as usual but the doctor told us that he had caught pneumonia overnight and his chances of survival were slim. It was a complete shock as he was fine the day before. My sister joined us and we spent all day with him. He perked up in the afternoon but went downhill again and eventually passed away around 9:40pm. He was still in A&E as they hadn't been able to find a ward bed to accommodate him. When he stopped breathing I went to find a nurse to tell them and they were completely shocked. It was the same with the doctor that they subsequently sent. They had just come onto the new shift and hadn't had a chance to catch up with the notes. You see horror stories in the press and on TV of A&E being crazy busy but it's hard to really take it in until you see it for yourself. There were patients everywhere, on trolleys and every spare seat. One lady in particular has stuck in my mind, as she was laying on a trolley near a corridor that I passed through when taking breaks. She was there mid-afternoon and still there when we left around 10:30pm. It took a week for the death certificate to be issued, and we are still sorting out the financial side of things. The funeral arrangements caused a lot of heartache, but ultimately we had the best day we could have had, with over 200 in church for a lovely service, and it was a bright, clear day. I'm not the most confident public speaker, but managed to keep my nerves in check to deliver the eulogy, and I got a round of applause afterwards. So many people I didn't know came to introduce themselves and say well done afterwards. We also saw childhood friends for the first time in years. The afternoon reception went very well, and I stayed until the last relatives left at 7:15pm. We are now back in Brithdir at my sister-in-laws for a few days getting away from it all, and it's just the ticket. Teddy made friends with a cow and we enjoyed some bracing fresh air at Barmouth yesterday. We've had a mini-Christmas dinner with a turkey and ham pie, then a "Boxing Day" style buffet with loads of snack food and home made mulled wine. It's been lovely getting away and having time to reflect. I'm looking forward to everyone's Christmas news over the next week or so. Happy Christmas all. Damian Deepest condolences Damian. From your posts on here, it is evident that you are a very close-knit family which will help you get through this very difficult time. 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caullkhead Posted December 21, 2022 #41128 Share Posted December 21, 2022 So sorry to hear Damian, what an awful time for you all! X 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ardennais Posted December 21, 2022 #41129 Share Posted December 21, 2022 Very sorry to hear of your loss Damian. Hope that you all have a chance to relax at Brithdir now that the icy conditions have passed. I’m sure that steep hill would have been treacherous last week. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sagaris Posted December 21, 2022 #41130 Share Posted December 21, 2022 Please accept our condolences for your sad loss xx Molly & Chris 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian1 Posted December 21, 2022 #41131 Share Posted December 21, 2022 2 hours ago, bobstheboy said: Had to Google, never heard of them. Perhaps they've gone bust in the currant crisis. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian1 Posted December 21, 2022 #41132 Share Posted December 21, 2022 2 minutes ago, brian1 said: Perhaps they've gone bust in the currant crisis. Should have finished the page off Pete beat me to it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete14 Posted December 21, 2022 #41133 Share Posted December 21, 2022 13 minutes ago, brian1 said: Should have finished the page off Pete beat me to it. What is it they say about great minds? Probably doesn’t apply here though. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purplesea Posted December 21, 2022 #41134 Share Posted December 21, 2022 Just returned from the doctor's surgery with OH and he has severe chest infection and been prescribed antibiotics. My daughter was going out to Boots so said she will collect them, so fingers crossed🤞 they have them in stock. We, along with my daughter and SIL (he's got covid) were supposed to be going over to Mum's for Christmas and Boxing Day, but after talking with her yesterday we decided to cancel both. On Boxing Day the rest of the family come over and spend the day, and it has been decided by two of my other daughters that Boxing Day is still going ahead for those that are well will still go over. Having just spoken to Mum she is now worried she won't have enough food for everyone!! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brian1 Posted December 21, 2022 #41135 Share Posted December 21, 2022 7 minutes ago, pete14 said: What is it they say about great minds? Probably doesn’t apply here though. And I thought you didn't mince your words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Caullkhead Posted December 21, 2022 #41136 Share Posted December 21, 2022 @purplesea, hope boots have got the antibiotics & he gets better soon. There’s loads of nasty coughs & colds about, I know I’ve caught dh’s & am feeling a bit rubbish, seems to be clearing from chest though fingers x. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted December 21, 2022 #41137 Share Posted December 21, 2022 6 hours ago, DamianG said: Hi all, I've not posted for a while after a difficult month but I still enjoy reading everyone's news and the debates on here. My father passed away mid-November after a rotten 2 years for him. He went from fit and active to disabled in no time back in 2020 due to Guillain-Barre Syndrome, and the small chance he had of recovery disappeared during the 4 months he spent in 3 different hospitals whilst they tried to diagnose his symptoms. He moved into care in 2021 and remained mentally sharp with his usual friendliness and kindness towards others, despite being wheelchair bound. He was liked by everyone, especially the staff who appreciated his willingness to chat and listen to whatever they had to say. On the 16th November I got a message that he had been taken to A&E before 8am and I got there with mum around 9am. We thought he would bounce back as usual but the doctor told us that he had caught pneumonia overnight and his chances of survival were slim. It was a complete shock as he was fine the day before. My sister joined us and we spent all day with him. He perked up in the afternoon but went downhill again and eventually passed away around 9:40pm. He was still in A&E as they hadn't been able to find a ward bed to accommodate him. When he stopped breathing I went to find a nurse to tell them and they were completely shocked. It was the same with the doctor that they subsequently sent. They had just come onto the new shift and hadn't had a chance to catch up with the notes. You see horror stories in the press and on TV of A&E being crazy busy but it's hard to really take it in until you see it for yourself. There were patients everywhere, on trolleys and every spare seat. One lady in particular has stuck in my mind, as she was laying on a trolley near a corridor that I passed through when taking breaks. She was there mid-afternoon and still there when we left around 10:30pm. It took a week for the death certificate to be issued, and we are still sorting out the financial side of things. The funeral arrangements caused a lot of heartache, but ultimately we had the best day we could have had, with over 200 in church for a lovely service, and it was a bright, clear day. I'm not the most confident public speaker, but managed to keep my nerves in check to deliver the eulogy, and I got a round of applause afterwards. So many people I didn't know came to introduce themselves and say well done afterwards. We also saw childhood friends for the first time in years. The afternoon reception went very well, and I stayed until the last relatives left at 7:15pm. We are now back in Brithdir at my sister-in-laws for a few days getting away from it all, and it's just the ticket. Teddy made friends with a cow and we enjoyed some bracing fresh air at Barmouth yesterday. We've had a mini-Christmas dinner with a turkey and ham pie, then a "Boxing Day" style buffet with loads of snack food and home made mulled wine. It's been lovely getting away and having time to reflect. I'm looking forward to everyone's Christmas news over the next week or so. Happy Christmas all. Damian I'm so sorry to hear your devastating news about your dad Damian. Sending you and your family our prayers 🙏 and sincerest condolences. Graham. 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wowzz Posted December 21, 2022 #41138 Share Posted December 21, 2022 13 minutes ago, Caullkhead said: @purplesea, hope boots have got the antibiotics & he gets better soon. There’s loads of nasty coughs & colds about, I know I’ve caught dh’s & am feeling a bit rubbish, seems to be clearing from chest though fingers x. It appears that there is a shortage of antibiotics throughout Europe. https://www.politico.eu/article/drugs-regulator-probes-eu-wide-antibiotics-shortage/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted December 21, 2022 #41139 Share Posted December 21, 2022 5 hours ago, lincslady said: It took me back a year to read your post, Damian. It was at Christmas last year when I lost my husband; at least he was able to be in hospital being well looked after, after a short wait in A and E being attended to. I am so relieved that it was not happening now. I didn't think previously that I cared much about anniversaries, but am finding that I do this year. I will be with family for nearly a week, which will help a lot - it is just coming back to an empty house which is a bit difficult. Enough moaning; I am mostly fairly cheerful and see friends etc. I know it will get less sharp as time goes on - and he had had a long and mainly fit and successful life. And it seems the same applies to your father, Damian, and that is the most important thing, as we all have to go sometime. I'm sure you will be taking extra care of your mother, as my children are for me. Pauline and I send you our love and good wishes as your husband's first memory nears. Graham x. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted December 21, 2022 #41140 Share Posted December 21, 2022 (edited) Edited December 21, 2022 by grapau27 3 11 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohnonotmeagain Posted December 21, 2022 #41141 Share Posted December 21, 2022 What a great bunch of people you all are on this site.💜 HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO ALL. 🎄 2 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted December 21, 2022 #41142 Share Posted December 21, 2022 1 minute ago, ohnonotmeagain said: What a great bunch of people you all are on this site.💜 HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO ALL. 🎄 Happy Christmas to you too. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lincslady Posted December 21, 2022 #41143 Share Posted December 21, 2022 Just now, ohnonotmeagain said: What a great bunch of people you all are on this site.💜 HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO ALL. 🎄 Me too - a kind thought means a lot, and I hope we will all have a special time this year, really needed with everything that has been going on for everyone. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grapau27 Posted December 21, 2022 #41144 Share Posted December 21, 2022 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josy1953 Posted December 21, 2022 #41145 Share Posted December 21, 2022 30 minutes ago, grapau27 said: I simply use my wine bottle opener aka husband 😇 1 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Josy1953 Posted December 21, 2022 #41146 Share Posted December 21, 2022 30 minutes ago, ohnonotmeagain said: What a great bunch of people you all are on this site.💜 HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO ALL. 🎄 Happy Christmas to you too. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete14 Posted December 21, 2022 #41147 Share Posted December 21, 2022 6 minutes ago, Josy1953 said: Happy Christmas to you too. Merry Christmas to everyone from me as well (even though it is a few days early). 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pete14 Posted December 21, 2022 #41148 Share Posted December 21, 2022 1 hour ago, brian1 said: And I thought you didn't mince your words. Only when I have had a few too many drinks (which is a distinct possibility over the next few days). 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalos Posted December 21, 2022 #41149 Share Posted December 21, 2022 31 minutes ago, grapau27 said: 14 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
indiana123 Posted December 21, 2022 #41150 Share Posted December 21, 2022 My birthday was on the 8th. Most of my cards arrived today! Yippeee 🤣🙃😍 8 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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