Good Morning Sunday

Good morning from a bright and sunny Bristol, what a difference from yesterday.
Not much planned today just a bit of packing for our trip to Tenerife on Tuesday to celebrate my brothers 70 birthday, DB DSI DS and DBI are flying from Glasgow and we are all meeting there for a week, it will be lovely, hopefully things will run smoothly after our first booking went belly up with Thomas Cook .
marydoll take it easy dragonfly hope you are feeling not to bad after your first Chemo, its not a nice thing to go through.
I hope everyone else has a restful day

Oops! should be dragonfly46 ?

Morning everyone.

The sun is trying to break through in Kent.
Haven't posted on this thread for a couple of days. I assume Mick is on one of his jaunts.
Waiting with my first cuppa for the rugby to start. Then just pottering.
Good wishes to all who need them.

Good morning from the NE coast.

Well yesterday was a crazy day with happiness and sadness in equal measures . Firstly I was approached by one of the doctors to say that they were switching off the LS to the lady in the next pod. She was only 50 years old. They said that they would allow her family to all come in and so it might be very traumatic . They offered me a set of headphones which I refused . So sad and I need not tell you the thoughts that were running through my head. I have sat and waited, shared life stories and cried with this ladies family over the last few weeks.

Then less than an hour later ......

The doctors made the decision to remove my DH’s ventilator. Now this has been tried before (hence my apprehension) but was put back within hours as he was unable to breathe unaided.
They had their usual pow-wow around the bed and then the curtains went round and one of the doctors said “we are going to extubate, now” then as in what seemed a split second the tube was removed . I didn’t watch the last time and didn’t get the chance to think about it this time which was probably for the best.

He managed for the rest of yesterday (until I left at 1am) with oxygen through a high pressure full face mask and light sedation but I didn’t get a call overnight and I decided not to ring the ward early this morning as I usually do, so I am just hoping and praying that he managed during the night.

He had no voice yesterday and was unable to swallow or cough when I left but I am told this can happen after being on life support for so long . Apparently he will need extensive physio and support from the SaLT people (speech and language therapy) . The infection is still in his chest which I don’t really understand and they will restart some antibiotics today . He is so weak and has lost a huge amount of weight too, poor man.

I have been reading about the long term psychological effects of being on LS and they liken it to PTSD although there is no support available on the NHS .

Just hoping to get some more good news today that he has managed with the oxygen and hasn’t needed too much sedation over night.

Forgive me for not sounding very positive but I have been here once before already. Just taking every minute as it comes and waiting to see what today brings .

I can’t tell you how much your messages of support and encouragement are getting me through this . The worst time in my life . Thank you all , so very much .

I do hope those who are feeling down, or poorly feel better soon, as The ICU nurses keep saying to me, tomorrow is another day.

To those enjoying happy times I hope they last forever

RIP Angela

Gilly x

Good morning all x

I hope Mick is enjoying his mystery break.

Marydoll take care of yourself.

Dragonfly take things slowly, chemotherapy treatment can suddenly knock you for six, rest when you can.

Kittylester snap we have roast pork complete with crackling and all the “trimmings”

Wishing you all a serene Sunday.

gillybobs sending love and prayers for you both

I'm off to Grayshott Spa for a day of pampering with my OH, his treat.
It's a clear, brisk, still day here in Godalming so I went for a walk, alone at 5 am-ish. Absolutely no noise whatsoever, perfect peace - it was lovely.
I saw a squirrel and a fox and sat by the canal with a thermos of hot choc and 2 digestive biscuits. I love life no matter the weather or season.
I recently took some photos of a bird wheeling in the sky as seen through patterns of leaves and bare branches, one of which won a competition. I will spend the voucher on a new printer.
I'm off now to eat some pancakes and fruit, meantime sending my best wishes to Gillybob, Marydoll, dragonfly42 and other GNers who are dealing with the difficulties of medication, illness, family worries or none
May you all have the best Sunday possible and keep warm.
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Sunny but cold here in Staffs. Went to Lichfield yesterday-lots of lying water-to meet up with long lost half sister of DH. V happy visit. Did 2 loads of washing last night. Think might take it to local launderette to use dryer while at Church! Lol!

Good Morning from a Black Country with bright blue skies and cars covered in frost! Rained non stop all day yesterday till about 5pm. Weather looks set to improve over the next few days, which is good as half term has now started here.

Hope Mick is enjoying his weekend away, will be interested to find out where he ended up.

No real plans today. Partner will watch the Rugby again and he is planning a cycle ride ready for his first ride with a cycling club next week. I am not keen on cycling especially if on the roads.

Please get some rest today Marydoll sounds like your body is telling you to !

Gillybob is constantly on my mind, and I hope and pray for better news soon.

Good morning everyone. Thinking of Gillybob and so hoping she has some good news to give regarding her husband, also good wishes to anyone else who is struggling with illness or other difficulties. x

Good Morning All x
A lovely sunny morning. What a difference to the last couple of days.
Our trip to friends in North Wales yesterday was frought with road closures due to flooding and twice we went round in circles back to where we'd began. It was hilarious in a way.

Driving through rivers when we hit the countryside was a bit hairy when we were behind a learner driver creeping along and we were aware that if we came to a sudden halt we were done for.

However, friend put her foot down and overtook him so we had a clear run.
What a fabulous day we all had, a lovely lunch and plenty to talk about. We've been firm friends since the 80's when working for the NHS. Five of us including myself.

Marydoll what are you like ? " a wee angina attack " indeed !
You're a tough nut to crack but you really should slow down x.
Hope Gillybob has managed to get some proper sleep to face the day or she'll be knocked sideways herself and that Mr G is more restful than of late and showing some positive signs.
Anyone else under the weather I hope there's some improvement as the day goes on. A good day to you all.

Good morning from dry, cold, but sunny South Yorkshire. DH is still not well, but Wales is on the tele, so that will cheer him up (unless they lose!). No junior football today - the pitch is like chocolate pudding. GS will be grumpy I expect.
Wondering how things are with Gilly. Welcome home Alygran! Have a good day folks.

Good morning Auntyflo and all

gillybob thinking of you x

Hope everyone has a good day x

Good morning from a dry and bright NE. It has been windy all night and being northerly is still blowing on the front of the house, very noisy.
Shopping today in readiness for GD arriving tomorrow.
Praying that today is the day we get good news from gilly.

Good Morning from a sunny S Welsh coast. My mother would not normally do any washing on a Sunday either when I was growing up. I visited once and saw her doing just that, when she saw my quizzical look she announced " Better the day, better the deed!"

Hope that gilly has better news of her husband today.
Have a pleasant day everyone.

Good morning from Shropshire.Quite a heavy frost this morning but brightening up now.
Feeling slightly better than yesterday so a day of catching up with laundry,housework and accounts.
Wishing everyone under the weather a better day.
Thinking of Gilly and her husband and hoping to hear better news today.Sending love Gilly.x

Good Morning all , lovely bright day here
I have stripped the bed ,the washing on and was thinking of my Mum tutting too Marydoll ? I hope you are taking it easy today
Thoughts of Gillybobs are never far from my mind ,hope things are better today
I have the bread maker on , my sis is visiting and she likes a fresh loaf to take home
Wonder what happened to that extra hour ?

Good Morning from a beautiful sunny Fife, albeit very cold, still beautiful with the colours of the leaves outside. DH spent a lot of time yesterday changing our leaking radiator in our bedroom, he did a sterling job having to go under floor, drain whole system and lift new heavy radiator inset on our bedroom wall. . He loves doing jobs like this, today he is a bit sore so will have an easy day. Thinking of gilly and of course anyone else feeling under the weather. Hopefully Marydoll too is beginning to feel more herself again. Enjoy Sunday everyone.

Good morning all from a chilly (6 degrees) and very windy Glasgow. The bed will be stripped and the sheets out on the line (DH will do it with my guidance )My late mother would be shocked, no washing on a Sunday allowed! .

I have been awake early, ( a wee angina attack) , and couldn't remember if Mick was going to able to post this morning. Beechnut, thanks for opening the shop!

I'm planning to drive along for the papers, despite DH offering, I am afraid I'm losing my confidence driving and my battery will be going flat.
Chilling and reading the papers, is a luxury I don't usually enjoy, so I'm looking forward to that.
No visitors today, I hope!! We had a full house yesterday.
If I feel Ok, I will make Chicken Maryland, a favourite of DH's. We haven't had it for ages, as I couldn't summon up the energy!

Dragonfly, I hope your treatment hasn't left you feeling too unwell.
The Gillybobs are constantly in my thoughts and prayers. I keep checking GN in the hope of some better news.

I'm sure many of you will be glued to the rugby, so enjoy!

Have as pleasant Sunday as you can.

Good morning all from the Scottish Borders. Sunshine streaming in. I've been up and made a pot of tea but came back to bed with it to get my extra hour.
Not sure how today will turn out but I really hope for good news from Gilly

Good morning from North Yorkshire. I am home after a fabulous holiday with DD2 in California and Nevada. Getting north from London was very tricky for her due to the flooding. Her train took 6 hours to Stockport. We hadn’t realised just how bad the weather has been here while we were enjoying some lovely sunshine.
I must start my washing this morning and go out for some food shopping.
Sending huge good wishes to Gilly, hope there is better news today. Hugs to all those who need one. Hope today is kind to you.

Hello to Ginny too. Have a lovely day with your daughter.

Morning Beechnutand All.

Lovely clear day here in South Bucks.

My mild chest infection is clearing up thanks to hot lemon and honey.

Kitty do you do lovely crisp crackling ? If so I’ll drop by. ?

Rugby for us too.

If only Gilly could have some respite from the sad situation with her poor husband. Love and hugs from the Good Morning Club. ?

Morning All

Bright and sunny here in Norfolk.

I've been up since five which is really six o'clock. I hate the clock change, it's worse with the fall back and takes ages to get my body clock right. Added to that the depressingly dark evenings which make winter even more noticeable. Enough! It's a lovely day! Be happy!

I'm off into town to help change the summer bedding plants to winter wall flowers this morning and then we're having lunch at our old winter sailing club. (More of a gathering in a shed by the river really.)

Good morning Beechnut, Julesw and all who follow. Wonderful sky here in Cheshire too this morning. The leaves on the trees in the wood are golden in the sunlight against the vivid blue sky.

Hope Mick has ended up where he thought he was going to be waking up this morning!

My DD is coming later for a few hours before flying home after her friend's wedding. Have got together many things she left here on her last visit, as she had to fit GS's birthday presents in the suitcase and had to leave lots of her stuff.

Sending warm wishes to the Gillybobsand hoping the microbiologist has made a breakthrough with the antibiotics. Best wishes too to Marydoll that you have a better day today. What's to be done about your meds?

Enjoy Sunday everyone whatever you may have planned. xx

Good morning everyone from a bright and cold Essex by the sea . The heating has just come on thank goodness.
DH takes his two DGS to rugby on Sunday mornings, they will need to wrap up very warmly and I shall stay in the warm and prepare a casserole for dinner.
I will probably have the Wales v South Africa match on. Hopefully it will be just as exciting as the game yesterday.
I hope there is better news from Gillybobs today.
Have a very pleasant Sunday.