Good Morning Friday 31st July 2026

Good morning from a sunny Suffolk where the latest news on the wildlife on Dunwich Heath seems a bit more positive. Although we haven’t seen or smelt smoke here,friends in Southwold and further north up the coast smelt smoke yesterday.

The news about Minsmere is distressing especially since it has unique habitats and is,in normal circumstances,such a welcoming place to visit.

The beach at Dunwich is a favourite place for us for walking the dog and then having coffee in the Flora tearooms or meeting DS and his tribe for brunch or fish and chips at lunchtime. Whilst feeling so sorry for the locals in the area and businesses we feel sad at the loss for us of a place as we know it that we have just taken for granted.

Apart from DH doing a run to the tip today will be a quiet one,anxiously watching the news and keeping cool.

Good morning everyone from mid Essex. Sunny with some cloud this morning, the breeze is cool. I went to vote for our neighbourhood plan yesterday, then pottered about for the rest of the day.
Both DDs and families are away in Suffolk for the weekend, but DD1 and her DH are working today, so DD2 will take all the DGDs out for most of the day.

grandmattie your fall sounds very painful, I hope your grazed knee and swollen ankle aren’t too uncomfortable today. What a shame about your trousers, can you do anything to save them?

marzipan what a delightful day for you and your family yesterday! I hope you can finish mending the china horse today.

No real plans for today, ironing to be done, and I really must do some tidying and cleaning. As I won’t see family until possibly Sunday afternoon I’ll have two days to get some housework done. I think a slightly less hot day may help.

Thinking of those who are struggling at the moment and hoping life gets a little easier for you.

Have the best day you can everyone.

Good morning all from a sunny Black country, washing just finished so I shall get that out on the line.
DS rang yesterday evening he is bringing the boys round after holiday club it will be good to see them.
grandMattie sorry to hear of your fall take it easy.
Have the best day you can everyone whatever your plans 😎.

Good morning from sunny but cooler Wiltshire. We had a 5 minute light shower last night. Did little for the garden.

DGS1 was competing with Swim England in Sheffield yesterday and made the final for backstroke which we watched on YouTube. It was a big achievement even though he wasn’t placed, as he was swimming in the 16 year age group even though he’s not actually 16 until the end of December. Had he been a week younger he’d have been swimming with the 15 year olds and won. Since he’s been swimming at national level I can see him on Google AI with a list of his achievements. I’m exceptionally proud of his parents too who have made enormous sacrifices to enable this.

We have a psychotic collared dove in our garden. It attacked a pigeon and won even though its only half its size. Then I saw it on our roof doing that head bowing mating thing they do like pigeons to a very bemused jackdaw.

I’m so pleased your surgery is finally going ahead R&L. You’ve had such a long wait. You will be in all our thoughts. When you get home it is imperative that you get all the rest you can.

MD I hope life starts to improve for you. You’ve have had so much to contend with this year. GM what a fright you must have had falling over. I’m relieved you are OKish.

Have a good day everyone.

Good morning from an overcast NE, rain is forecast for later.
Yesterday I spent the day washing and managed to get it all ironed too.
Read quite a lot of my novel because I didn't do any other housework.
grandMattie that sounds painful, take it easy.
RosesandLilac, pleased the pre-op is done and you are sorted for Tuesday, will be thinking of you.
Ha e a good day everyone.

Good morning from another bright and sunny 🌞Northampton day, not quite so hot today.

It was pleasant at Rushden Lakes yesterday with the lake looking glorious in the sunshine.
I had a good browse around the shops, tried on a dress (but did not buy), had a lovely pasta lunch with🍷, and picked up my book from Waterstones. I also used my vouchers in M&S and bought some new underwear in the sale.
All in all, a very good day.

Back to dance classes this morning; it's almost a couple of months since I've done the full workout of three classes, so I shall have to pace myself!

Sorry to read about your fall grandMattie, and hope that it feels better soon.

Wishing all a pleasant cooler day.

Good morning from Morecambe Bay where it’s much cooler than of late. A little rain is forecast over the next few days but nothing much.
The diary is empty for today so we will see how the day unfolds once we are up and about.
The floor of the woods are strewn with fallen leaves which makes it look autumnal even though it’s stress on the trees from the heat and not true autumn. Take care everyone 🌸

Morning all from West Oxfordshire. We had rain last evening! Quite a lot of it. It wasn’t forecast and came out of the blue.

My cough and cold haven’t cleared yet. I didn’t collect my ceramic cat and I cancelled book group. Someone popped round with next month’s book. I am not a particularly good patient! I have had to cancel several things this week. I am supposed to be going on a WI theatre trip this evening. I will give it until lunchtime before making a final decision:

Have a good day everyone.

Good morning from a cooler and cloudy Black Country.

Yesterday it actually rained for about 2 hours late morning/early afternoon. Then within a couple of hours it was sunny and you wouldn't have known.

Arrived about 25 minutes early for my Mammogram, but was seen straight away and was out within 10 mins. Just a few seconds of discomfort.

Today we are out for a meal at a local(ish) Gastro Pub, as they emailed me a £25 off voucher for being a loyal customer. Only ever been there once before in February

Wishing you all the best day possible

I can’t believe it’s the last day of July, can you?

Good morning everyone from south Manchester where a sunny day is forecast and a high of (only) 20°C.

L’il Miss is being dropped off here at 8am so her mum can go into work for the day. She will be teaching a different age group from a new classroom in September and needs to go in to set everything up in preparation.

My stepfather is finally turning a corner from the shingles he contracted a month ago. He’s been wiped out with it but I suppose at 94 and self caring, that’s to be expected.

Early evening I'm meeting my friend neighbour who was widowed mid May. We are going downstairs to our favourite bar for one, before going round the corner to eat in the Lebanese restaurant. The food is delicious and I think we are both addicted! I’m new to Fatoush salad, it’s gorgeous.

Good luck for Tuesday Roses - will be thinking of you!

Good Morning everyone. It feels a bit cooler here on the central south coast, which is very pleasant after all the heat we have had. Still no sign or rain.

So sorry and much sympathy GrandMattie for the fall you suffered, My WI friend calls those of us who have had falls "the fallen women" which always makes me smile! Welcome to the club! Hope the arnica helps heal you quickly.

I have a hair appointment this afternoon and it is much needed. Like my nails, my hair seems to grow more quickly in the sunshine.

Our Tesco delivery is due this morning and I hope there are no unavailable items. Apparently the drought conditions are having an effect on food supplies to the supermarkets.

Best wishes to all with worries or struggles of any kind and hope that the day brings some relief and comfort.

Good morning, a very bright sunny morning here in south Glos.
Oh dear grandMattie, I’m so sorry. It really shakes you up, doesn’t it?
My pre op went well, 3 hours of tests, an armful of blood taken and dozens of questions answered. Apparently I am very fit for a 72 year old 😁. I’m nervous 😬
All set now for surgery on Tuesday….🫣
Housework, a quick trip to the hairdresser for a trim and fish and chips for dinner I think today.
Best wishes to everyone 🌹

Good morning, we had a light rain shower last night , it lasted all of five minutes. We had just set the table on the patio ready for dinner, and DH had lit the BBQ. Change if plan, dinner was cooked in the kitchen, and that is where we ate.

I am off to the gym first thing, a nail appointment at lunchtime. Then a free afternoon (so far).

We are going to the local Malayan restaurant for dinner this evening.

Oh dear grandMattie I hope your ankle heals quickly 🌺

Good morning from a sunny Torbay.

That sounds like a sprain, grandMattie. I hope it isn’t too painful today and doesn’t prevent you doing all your good works but please take care.

I expect your GP will be able to tell you more after your blood test when they will look at your PSA score, Mick.

I wasn’t too impressed with the new dental hygienist. She was pleasant and gentle but not as professional as the previous one. I do resent being asked about my dental routine at home as if I’m a child! Sigh!

My DS rang later so I enjoyed catching up with his news.

Today I’m seeing a chiropodist as my arthritic knees are making it too difficult to deal with my feet. DH would help but he’s not always here and there is a podiatry practice within walking distance of my flat.

Have a good day, everyone! 🦩💐😎🥰👏

Good morning from a very sunny NE Mids. That’s July almost over………where has the time gone??
I am off into town this morning, hair appointment and a little shopping.
Have a good day one and all!

Good morning from a very still, cool Cornwall where the weather is now bearable. Yesterday was a day of two halves with lovely heavy rain in the morning, bemusing my newest young robin as he hopped around my patio, then the sun came out in time for our family trip to St Ives. We stayed until the little beach lost the sun. As usual the place was magical, with such amazing light. I've been there so many times I always expect to get used to it but it always moves me. The children were in and out of the sea for hours. My grandson caught two large spider crabs and took them home for supper.

Today is the last day of my nephews' holiday and I must work hard on the china horse my ex and I have mended so that it can go back to London with them.

Good morning everyone from a wet Lancashire. The garden will be positively slurping up the raindrops.

Had a nice outing yesterday morning to a local cafe. The 2 ladies we met have known each other since high school, so lots of shared history, but they manage to share anecdotes in a way I don't feel out of the loop.

I did succumb to choosing some wool in the attached wool shop to make a cardigan with ducks on for the little chap. I made a start on the back last night and have done the blue 'pond' so far.

When DH got back from the office we did our civic duty and walked to the polling station to vote for the Manchester Mayor.

Today a friend is coming over with her baby girl. I had hoped we could be in the garden, but we'll have to see.
Later this afternoon, DD is coming here for a few days. We chat weekly and exchange WhatsApps but it will be nice to just have her around.

So sorry to hear about your tumble, GrandMattie. How annoying about your fabulous trousers too. Could you convert them into shorts?

Glad the cleaners were a success, Usedtobeblonde. We inherited my MiL's cleaner after she died. She comes fortnightly and does a specific area depending on need and sometimes does some ironing. She's a gem!

Wishing you all the best day possible. 🌻

Good morning from s somerset, another lovely and cooler day, I am grateful

RosesandLilacs at long last and MD and more to sooth words that hurt and anxiety

My long cycle ride was lovely, apple orchards, old manor houses, a massive, manicured farm with big gates and cottages, a very old beautiful orangery. I am glad they look after the history of the area. I was also grateful to still have energy in my legs as some hills are long and steep, in spite of e biking

Yesterday was busy, one of those days when a lot was done but not planned and I am making marvelous headway with de-cluttering my bedroom and wardrobe storage

I finished the first interlock T shirt and what a tremendously difficult fabric to sew. Fawn and with 3/4 sleeves. It feels so soft, silky and smooth on and is fine, luxurious and with stretch. I kept remembering the interlock vests we used to have but they were not so fine and were probably made from short-staple cotton. I have another to make today in pale blush and with long sleeves. Both will be very useful as undergarments, or as a layer with a pinafore dress, or to wear with a cardigan. I have a white length arriving from Germany soon, enough for three more long-sleeved T shirts. Pure luxury

I don`t think I will be going on a dedicated walk today, I clock up many 000s of steps just by being busy here, no guilt from me and I can be outside in my garden whenever I want

Good morning all from Polmont where it's currently 8° and sunny. It is noticeably cooler this morning which suits me. GrandMattie poor you! I hope you take things easier today.
Yesterday the haircut went well. My lovely hairdresser made a really good job of the little hair I have. He gave me a tin of free hair spray too.
Afterwards I pottered about the house and sorted out some paperwork.
Today dd is picking me up and we are going for coffee after she drops off dgs1 at football camp. Then I might resort to weed pulling. The garden bin is emptied today. I have chicken curry for dinner which I will have with noodles. Enjoy your day all.

Good morning from Sheffield.

We had a lovely day yesterday with the boys. We went to a local park that has animals, a good playground ,ducks to feed and a nice café. They had a great time. I took a football. They had fun scoring goals against Grandad who was in the net. Hopefully they were suitably exhausted when they went home for bedtime.
I’ve just woken up so I am a bit late for the Friday big cleanup. I’ll just give a bit of a flick around this morning. It’s not too bad.

My friend is coming round for coffee. It’s always a pleasure to see her. After 50 years you’d think we would have run out of things to say.
Take care everyone

Good morning from Stockport where I have been awake since before 3.
I doubt I shall get any more sleep so a nap after lunch seems likely.
My new cleaners came yesterday, 3 young women who worked quickly and well.
It didn’t take long as I only had downstairs and the bathroom done.
I shall have them two weekly from now on.
A quiet day today which promises to be cooler, hooray.

Good morning, Michael and all GNs from South Yorkshire where it is a cool start and the sun has risen in a clear blue sky. It will, however, not be so warm today. Glad they seem to be on top of your health issue quickly Mick.

Yesterday’s group walk was very enjoyable but the walk leader is known for setting a very fast pace to cover more ground which is a mixed blessing as you don’t have time to take in your surroundings - you’re too busy watching your feet. I stayed for coffee afterwards and then went to DD’s for lunch. I came home and had one last trawl in the lanes for blackberries. There’s something very soothing about picking blackberries - if you disregard the scratches!

Today I may go into town on the bus. I still have a Waterstones voucher burning a hole in my pocket.

Have the best day you can folks.

Good morning from Malta where another hot sunny day is forecast with a high of 40°C.

So sorry to hear of your fall grandMattie. Sounds as though you are taking care of yourself but I’m sending a big hug as I know the aftermath of a fall can be distressing. 💐

Had a surprise visit from DD3 and the boys yesterday which was lovely. It’s not often DD3 stays as she’s usually rushing off somewhere, so I enjoyed all three of my Treasures!

This morning DGS1 has occupational therapy so I will be having his brother. It’s super-hot today so I doubt we shall be able to go out, the park is far too hot at the moment, but we will find something to do indoors.

Wishing you all a good day.☀️

Good morning from a still dry, but much milder Bristol.
Mick, there are two types of prostate enlargement; it seems that you have the one that one “die ps with”, i.e. to dangerous, rather than the one DH had, which one “dies of”, and is cancerous. Good luck.
Yesterday was going well for me until… I went to the next village to the library before getting my new glasses in “town”. As I walked down the horrible hill, my left ankle suddenly gave way, twisted inwards and threw me down. I picked myself up and limped the other 10 minutes to the library. Uncomfortable, but my grazed knee was more painful, and my annoyance at my wrecked African print trousers was too!
While waiting to catch the bus for my glasses, I looked down at my sore ankle and realised it was hugely swollen. Bummer! Got off the bus, went to Boots for a compression bandage and some platers, patched myself up and got my new glasses.
Once returned home, limping, I just sat with my elevated foot for as much as possible, got cold compresses, and rested according to instructions..
It is hardly painful, just background, unless I move around when it is uncomfortable, but tolerable. I’m plastering it with Arnica whenever I think about it, which seems to be doing the job.
I had a pretty good night considering.
I’m meeting my FAB friend for coffee this morning. I’ll take it easy re. walking. The afternoon is free.
May you all have a good day, happy weekend, especially those in sick bay. Carpediem 🦩🦩🦩🦩🦩