Good Morning Friday

glammagran

I am so pleased that you too care for our birds. Unfortunately most species are in decline and we must all do our bit.

We have had shedloads of ❄️❄️❄️ in North Wiltshire. Only vehicle I have seen moving today in our Close was a small delivery van which became stuck and was dug out by neighbours. Been busy making sure garden birds are topped up with plenty of food. Husband de-iced the bird bath and mad starlings thought it would be great to have a communal bath.

Good afternoon GNs, from the Morecambe Bay area of Lancashire. No snow here, other than vestiges from light snowfall on Tues/ Weds. We've bright sunshine and temperatures of about 3°C. Wishing a safe day to all of you who are snow-bound.

Good afternoon all from the Scottish Borders where it's blue sky and beautiful white hills in bright sunshine. We had to scrape the car windows and it's still below zero but very pretty..

Good morning from beautiful Devon. Much snow overnight and at 11.30 am the trees are still covered with snow so not much melting going on. Panto starts tomorrow and lots of people including me and DH have worked hard towards it. Hoping snow clears soon.

Good morning and London has not seized up with its light fall of snow; in fact, to use one of my mam's expressions, it's 'going faster than the snow off a dyke' from the playing field opposite. Back to safeguarding this morning as I got distracted yesterday sorting out the security issue on the laptop and it is now protected again thanks to customer services. Tennis will be this evening for a change - used to be one of my regular sessions when I was working.

First snow of winter here in East Devon. I fed the birds before my coffee this morning. Please everyone spare a thought for our poor birds. I believe the first recorded feeding of birds in this country was in the 1700s by ladies who felt sorry for them. When I first moved to this house 16 years ago dozens of birds came to my garden for seed. Now there are only about 6 or 7. Why so few? Partly because dedicated gardeners such as my neighbour put down slug poison. This is not only poisonous to slugs and snails but to birds too. Many dead or dying slugs are eaten by birds, and this poisons them as well. There are safer alternatives. When I told my neighbour about the slug poison she started throwing snails over my hedge, saying "I know you like snails!" Grrr...

Lovely to hear about the red kites Nankate and Nannytopsy, I remember years ago having to go to the Red Kite centre in Mid Wales as there weren't many around.

Nannytopsy, I too am married to an ex rugby prop and enjoy watching, though you'd think I'd understand more of the rules after 40 plus years ?

Good morning from near the Mendips. Yesterday we decided to come back a day early from Cornwall - stopped at Sainsbury's on the way - and I went for a walk at about 4.30. There were micro snow flakes falling. This morning I am looking out at a white landscape - fields , trees, lanes all covered in snow and it is still snowing! Grandchildren making snow men and sledging and I've been for a very different walk, making new footprints on the lane. We hear that people using the A30 , which we drove along yesterday morning, later had to abandon their cars in the snow - we feel very lucky to have got home safely.

Good morning All x
Bright, dry but cold here in Wirral-----no snow just so very chilly.

Won't be going far again today, no point if you don't need anything really as I got all I wanted the other day before the bad weather.

Take it easy to those who have to venture out, no broken bones allowed !

It's been snowing here since 8.30 last night and is snowing heavier today. About 6 inches deep, most schools closed and thanks to my neighbour for calling in early this a m. Told us a bus was sliding into daughter's car. It just missed as she moved it tg. From Bristol/ Sth Glos border.

Morning all
Very cold an with a slight wind here in South Staffordshire but no snow, thank goodness. At the age of 80 I have seen enough of it to last me for the rest of my life ???

Morning everyone.
We've got the snow this morning, which is settling at the moment. As I type it's eased down a lot, so may stop soon.
All the sparrows are huddling together on the hedge, all with their feathers puffed out for warmth.
No plans for going out this morning.
Keep warm and safe. ?

Has anyone else seen the red kites who gather to the side of the M1 near Peterborough for feeding? There were over 60 last time I saw them! Good luck Nankate.

PS Going to break the rules today and feed the red kites who fly over our house. I wonder if they like garlic and lemon chicken ??

Good morning from a very snowy South Herts. Also very slippy at the top of our hill. Quite a few schools are shut, including our three DGDs village primary.
We may put our wellies on later and trudge down to Sainsbury’s.

Good morning everyone from a chilly but sunny South Manchester. The snow is still banked up on the pavement sides from Wednesday but with well worn icy tracts through it now! The sun seems stronger so hopefully it’ll melt it all away today. I don’t need to go out so shan’t.
I love your thread Mick it’s a nice way to start our day and so many of you say witty things I have a good smile as I read them! Have a lovely day all whatever your plans.

Good morning everyone - I have only just awoken. I blame infection, painkillers and antibiotics. Going to a folk club this evening but the rugby will be recorded. I am married to an ex prop forward and have another as a son in law, so I feel I have a good understanding of rugby, particularly the scrum! Living in Leicester, you can guess who we support.
We also follow cricket and I understand the football off side rule?!

Good morning from a grey and wet SE Essex.

Not sure what I am doing today as my back is still very sore.

Keep warm and safe folks.

Anniebach have you got snow? x

Good morning, Michael and all, we have snow here in North Carmarthenshire, everything looking very pretty but also, cold. Our roads are icy so I’m staying in and cooking. An ash tree has to come down in our garden tomorrow so I’ve made the soup and now must bake, for lunch for our kind tree-felling helpful neighbours. First job today, feed the birds, peanuts, seeds and suet balls. We have a blackbird with a bad foot and he has a half apple every morning to keep him going. Stay safe, everyone.

A late good morning from a sunny but very cold Fife. Was wakened for a few hours through the night so we are just up to a message from DD, typical the only day we have a lie in we get an early message - non-urgent however. Snow is bad in some places must be terrible for those who cannot get out. Just away to get on hope everyone looks after themselves, take care today.

Morning Michael, Annie and all, from a very snowy Berks. It started last night and has continued, and by the look of the sky, there is more to come. DH goes volunteering this afternoon and I usually drive him to town, so hope the roads will be OK. I have shopping to do as well, topping up my baking supplies etc.
I actually thought it was Saturday when I woke up, then realised it wasn't.
Have a safe day one and all, and keep warm.

Morning all, from a cold, very snowy Hampshire, up early as had promised GS to build a snowman and do Snow Angels before going to school?
Have good day and take extra care

Good Evening; especially all sickies! Another lovely day just ending; 25C max. 35C forecast for tomorrow and 39C on Sunday after 20C min. Sat night! Phew! Of course this is nothing new to you after your last Summer, but your memories will see you through and keep you warm.

Good morning Michael and all GNs. Overcast and very cold in South Yorkshire but the forecast snow has not come yet. DS has cancelled his visit for lunch tomorrow. I think it’s sensible but I will miss him. Better safe than sorry (and that’s just the food!?). Have a good day folks.