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I can't keep up! Ann, I'm sorry to hear that your H was so low when you saw him. Amazing that the SW turned up when he was at his lowest and saw for herself how the situation has changed in quite a short period. Your Molly is a cat after my own heart! I really don't like getting wet either.
n&g, your boys look incredibly smart. I wonder how the outfits will survive the wedding party! When my GS, aged 4, was kitted out in a kilt (and all the trimmings) for his cousin's wedding in Edinburgh, he refused to be in the limelight and, during the post wedding disco, he fell asleep across two chairs. Meanwhile, his sister was determined to be the main attraction!
corner, I really feel for you. I do hope someone will do something for that shoulder. Keep mithering. There is no reason for pain to be uncontrollable.
Grey, I'm glad your i-pad survived its encounter with H's foot. Shortbread making seems to suit grandsons. Mine even printed out for me the recipe he'd used in school. That was in Y6; now in Y9, he seems to have abandoned culinary arts.

Thank you for the welcome N&G

I had to re register and change username which was previously Agus so I ‘know’ you well and have enjoyed many chats with you.?

Dear ann so sorry you aren't sleeping, that is a misery on it's own without all the concern for your DH. It was a blessing that the SW was there and saw him at his worst so let us hope she arranges better care for him. At present it seems that it is worse than a bereavement for you. In a strange way he may well be agitated by your presence as there is still some cognitive function to empathise with your mutual situation, I am so sad for you both. You really need to do at least one happy thing each day, just to give yourself a lift, even if it is only a walk somewhere interesting.
As for Molly, I think you have just the right cat if she stays with you. Our Smokie has turned into a real gadabout and is out for hours and we can call and call in vain. He has discovered the golf course which clearly has multiple attractions!

GreyD we both had a chuckle 're the iPad!

Now come on, N&G! Can you imagine Reggie Kray handling anything as lovingly as that??. Bless the boy!

Well I told you the shortbread would be rustic. I had envisaged petticoat tails or lovely fingers, but all my exhortations to the conventional fell on deaf ears. It is actually quite delicious (and a nicer colour than the photo), if not very pretty. And every time he got a smidgeon of anything stuck to his hands, he was off to wash them! It’s a good job we have a downstairs loo or he would have worn out my stair carpet! I know where he gets it from - his mum was exactly the same (still is!). Oddly, this obsession doesn’t apply to mud, only to pastry!

ann you may rue your words with Molly. Tara, in her youth, used to be as bad, putting a paw out of the door and any sign of wetness and that was a day indoors. Now in her teenage years, she has been known to come home resembling a drowned rat.

Last year she used to go out very early am and sometimes I would be in bed by the time she re-appeared around midnight. Now she does go out very early but not every day but always appears around 7 pm- either her tummy or her bladder being in charge because she would not dream of lifting her tail outdoors.

She only stopped bringing home mice and rats for me last year. It was so unfortunate she could not fit the rat through the letterbox but that was what met me on the doorstep the next day.

Give Molly some time, she may remember she is a cat. At least you can enjoy her company.

So sorry to hear that H has deteriorated even more. Hopefully the SW will be able to move him to a nursing home and you will not be paying the extortionate fees.

Synonymous at least you now have a date and make sure that your DH relaxes and rests. He will be amazed at what he can do once he gets used to wearing his prosthesis.

N&G another super photo of Cooper. I doubt if the wedding suits will survive beyond the day unless they are very lucky! You have fabulous photos of that pair!

Oh kalu welcome back. I remember you well from my first days in the kitchen (had to try really hard to stop my iPad from calling you Angus ?). Nice to have you back again.
ann sorry you are low again. Your DH does sound as though a nursing home might be the next move. Hope wherever he goes it’s not too far for you to get to.
synonymous what a strain you must all be under at the moment. The sooner this op gets done the better. Lovely to have your family coming home though.
greyduster ouch!
Lovely boys N&G ?

Thank you for the Danish Gaga. Go well with my cuppa.?

Thank you Doodle. Yes, re my previous username, I had a couple of posters very keen to meet Angus. I will say no more ?

Doesn’t bother me what shape shortbread is that looks delish and very moreish. I am making shortbread with DGDs tomorrow with a recipe given by a friend which uses equal parts flour and rice flour? Hers tasted very nice and a bit more crumbly than my usual.

Your boys looked very swish in their suits N &G Hardly recognised them without their football kits on ?

Kalu that username could be for either sex- are you teasing?!

Charley THAT username was absolutely not chosen to tease anyone

Grey Loud chortles when I read about the iPad. There may be a vacant bed in the not-so-poorly mens annex.

ann Your ongoing concern for your dear husband has to be taking a toll on your stamina and sense of well being. I agree with everything that has been said by other Granspals. I'm also extremely thankful that Molly planted her furry paddy-paws in your home.

Gaga Someone mentioned Danish pastries. Hang on while I join the disorderly queue.

What a lovely, happy, delightful photo, N&G. The joy leaps out from that beautiful smile.

Susan Us lot send special get well messages to your husband. Don't overtire yourself. You are special too.

Synonymous Yet one more step in the right direction. Such news will hopefully strengthen your positive approach that you and your husband have adopted.

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anno Loving the story of your four year old grandson. What a character.

corner Pain can be controlled. Keep telling it as it is. If not, us lot will organise a protest march. We demand that you are taken seriously. You matter.

Grey I happen to favour "sudtic shortbread".

Charleyg The wandering pussy cat hasn't dropped by for the Purina biscuit supper for a number of nights. She'll return when she's ready.

I've already welcomed you back, Kalu. Does no harm to do so again.

We've had a lovely walk in the sunshine. Took photos. Had visitors call with yet more flowers and chocs. Everyone is truly kind. I wish that I could respond to everyone individually. I am bowled over by all that has happened since returning home.

Grey Rustic not Sudtic. Where on earth did that word come from.

soop you and MacSporran had had a walk, now the pair of you need a rest.

I wonder why that 4 legged animal does not appear for nights on end? That is a lovely photo of yourself but please rest.

Sa*soop*, a lovely photo of you - looking remarkably well. The GS that was 4 years old in my last post is now a very tall and lanky 14 year old.At that same wedding, his big sister (now his wee sister) was a small bridesmaid who refused to be left out of the signing of the register, and then held the bride's hand as the happy couple processed down the aisle. Then she boogied all night, attracting the appellation of 'Duracell Bunny'. We seem to have run out of family weddings.

Don't know why you're 'Sa*soop*!

Good to hear you had a lovely walk and some sunshine to boot Soop. You look so well it is hard to believe you had major surgery only last week. Love your coat and your sense of style. You both look fab??

Don’t know if you are aware we might have a siting of the Northern Lights tonight. Loch Lomond, nearer to Baggs will supposedly have the best siting. Just hope it’s not too cloudy ?

Soop,I can only repeat what Kalu has said.So glad to hear you had a lovely walk,you look so well but time for a rest now.My husband thanks you all for your kind thoughts and wishes.We are having a restful couple of days and then on Monday I will deal with the practicalities of insurance,buying a new car and making sure my husband obeys Drs orders which I think will be my hardest task.
Sending loving thoughts to everyone dealing with upsets and illness?I really will get on top of catching up on kitchen news soon.You have all been a great comfort and support to us these last few days?

Great galloping galaoshes!! Out of the loop for a couple of days and NO chance of catching up!Soop Don't know which looks brighter, you or the forsythia! Keep it up!
Ann I'm not far away if you need me.
To all who need thoughts and prayers, mine are with you every night whether I am here or not - as my Nan used to say ' On this earth or Fullers!'

Anno A super memory. Aren't young children a delight.

Thank you, Kalu Baggs please take a photo if at all possible.

Susan Should you master the catch-up-with-this-lot plan. Please, do share. It's an impissibolity.

We've both rested. I take to my bed every afternoon. Read a chapter of my book. Snuggle down and doze for a good hour and more.

Now the time has come to log off. I have the paper to read. A little later, the treat of a G&T with ice and lime. Slainte!

Back with you all tomorrow. Wild horses wouldn't hold me back.

Bless you, eilyann

I hope you agree that it is "better late than never" dear kitchen friends, but sometimes I wish I had another few pairs of hands here!!!

No sign of my dear man improving and being able to do gardening chores so we have several firms in to quote for the work.
Having some quotes in to take away this grassy headache has given us something to truly chew over.........first quote £140.......whilst remembering there is quite a lot of tree trimming to follow,and of the grass cutting will be ideally a weekly job very soon.
This house sale and move is needed more than ever!!

We have been at the head of the list for this Extra care Sheltered Housing actually Doodle for quite some time as because we are both now in real need, that means we have gained "points".
Whilst it is quite unusual for two to qualify it seems...........however as yet it has not made much difference!!!
You are very right in saying there is a growing need for this type of housing but somehow our Council have cloth ears!!!

I have felt honour bound to show my sympathy at the so sudden loss of your dear friend Soop,plus of course it could not have happened at a worst time in your life.Losing such a dear friend leaves such an emptyness that hopefully ......at least in time........the love flowing from the kitchen, will just help heal a little.
We certainly aim to keep you busy in both reading and replying to our posts.
Hopefully the fact you were able to say your final goodbye will help in time too.

A distinct change in your dear H`s condition of late Ann and very understandable you find this immensely difficult to handle.After all it has been a long, painful ever worsening affair and you have really been brought to the brink of despair many times.Naturally after such a long companionship this change in his health is extremely hard on you,you are left not knowing which way to turn,my heart truly goes out to you,no real answers to offer either...........save that we are here to support and offer some uplift on these extremely trying times.

Whilst I guess now knowing the Hospital date for your dear one`s forthcoming big `op Synonymous both pleases in the sense knowing it is good to have the deed done and over with,allowing recovery to begin in the most delightful time of year...............but then there all those too many questions and doubts creeping in which makes it hard and not as easy going,sensible gets knocked on the head.
Just hoping you will both find that extra strength to meet the occasion and whatever it brings.
Whilst so good knowing family members will be there to help and give that support when most needed.

Your husband will need to take life nice and gently for a while I guess Susan.............time is the big healer!

Thanks for the bright uplifts that has me chuckling away.As always the goodies you bring has me truly drooling and my Ensure drinks get distinctly more Ugh!

However my day is fast drawing to a close so I will bade you all a fond farewell,sleep well and may tomorrow bring you all much cheer.

Susan your DH obeying the doctor's orders will be the easiest because us lot will take over and he will be very sorry he had other ideas! Is he another who does not understand the meaning of the word rest?

A good idea to give yourself a couple of days to rest and then take on the practical things such as insurance and another car.

corner it would appear you are home just in time seeing what has happened on the cruise ship today.

Panache I agree, the sooner you are both out of that house the better. Garden maintenance is very expensive especially when it is likely to be a weekly occurrence.

Charleygirl,yes he is already making lists of what needs doing.I have told him the lovely ladies of scoops kitchen will be keeping an eye on him!He is resting for now!
Panache,I really hope that you kind find somewhere suitable to move too soon.It will be such a relief for you both to have things sorted.