Good Morning Friday 23rd October 2026

Good morning from a peaceful corner of La Sarthe following a windy night.

Yesterday, we had a successful trip to Lidl where, as before, I could make use of the loyalty app on my phone to take advantage of the latest deals. DH hasn’t got round to joining Lidl Plus on his phone (and probably never will!)

Perry, the cat, woke us early with his pawing at the window so we’ve been awake a while. He’s had breakfast and gone out again so we’re enjoying TIB before trying to go back to sleep.

Stay safe and dry, everyone! 🦩💐🐈🥰🦩

Good morning from a dark N Surrey. No idea what it is like out there bug I did hear rain in the night.

Too dark to open the kitchen door while making a large mug of tea. It feels a touch chilly, but the heating doesn't come on till 6.30 and I am warm enough back under the brushed cotton duvet cover.
Lovely sunshine yesterday. I had an unexpected walk when the bus I had to catch suddenly stopped and we all had to get off and he drove off without an explanation. The next bus was due in half an hour so I walked to the bus station about a mile and a half away. It actually was very pleasant. Wouldn't have been the day before in heavy rain.
Today another bus trip to drop some signed documents off at the solicitor's. I could post them, but they are in a pleasant town and I can guarantee they arrive.
Another Friday. Goodness the weeks are flying.
A good day to all. Keep safe if it's windy where you are.

Good morning Michael and all GNs from South Yorkshire where it is piddling down with rain at the moment. Yesterday, despite all the forecasts we had a day of bright sunshine and a lovely walk in the woods. My iPad is doing strange things today - it doesn’t want to print numbers in sequence! I think it’s getting old like me, but this is since the last update so I’ve no idea what’s going on. Fortunately I don’t have my banking app on it!

I spent yesterday evening catching up with Young Musician of the Year. What wonderful talented people they are!

No idea what’s on the cards today apart from a short session at school this afternoon.

Have the best day you can, folks.

Good morning. The night was wet, and we are promised more today - but the wind is going to be the problem tonight and tomorrow night.
My life seems to have been so busy recently; yesterday was no different.
After a good workout in the tai chi class - came home with about 20 teatowels to wash.
After a quick lunch, I joined three other residents to check the work on “phase 2” of the painting has been done, before the scaffolding is removed. Phase 1 has been done and most of the scaffolding is off now. A promised 3 month jobs has turned into 7 months of mostly shoddy work, ignoring the blatantly obvious need to repair/replace things. It has been disgraceful.
I then had a quick cuppa before taking the bus to DD’s for dinner with them. The girls were in good form. DGD1 now in VIth form has an incredibly full social life as well as a babysitting job, and a weekend job in a chocolate shop!
Iris, on the other hand, has less socialising but many hobbies, not least her little cake making business, where people (mostly family and friends) commission cakes.
Today is officially empty, but I have plenty to fill it with, not least making marmalade as I am completely out of stock. I also going to order a new ceramic hob as mine is cracked and probably dangerous.
I hope your days are full of contentment. Carpe diem 🦩🦩🦩

Good morning from a rainy and blowy Herefordshire.

I'm feeling revitalised after yesterday's yoga class so I'm going to have a wander around town today, even if it is raining. I will visit the library and have a quiet coffee and cake.

Happy Friday all.

Greyduster. Thank you for the reminder. I must catch up on the young musicians. That will be my tucked up in bed treat tonight.