The Retirement Thread

[PaulSB]

Good Morning. It's been pouring with rain overnight so I suspect doing much outside will be off the agenda. There's a mountain of ironing which I'm about to start after I've found something to watch on Netflix. Speaking of which we watched "Don't Look Up" on NYE - great film which I highly recommend.

I ordered a new phone on December 27th which Curry's confirmed would be delivered on January 4th. I received an email overnight saying the order has been cancelled for one of four issues; invalid PAC code, payment issues, technical issues, lack of stock. The PAC isn't applicable as it's an outright purchase, my bank hasn't notified a payment issue, so that leaves the last two. I just tried re-ordering to the point of payment and was able to order for Home Delivery at 2.00pm on January 4th. Samsung UK are offering delivery on January 13th

So I think a phone call is needed...............................

 

[Tenkaykev]

Good morning folks, daughter and grandson heading back to Leeds this morning, it’s been really great having them stay. It’s going to seem a bit empty with just myself and Mrs Tenkaykev rattling around. We’re planning a trip to Edinburgh in March, depending on the plague situation.
Dull and 13degrees at the moment, time for a walk soon, but first coffee ☕️☕️

 

[Mo1959]

Morning. Took for ever to get to sleep so just up.

Not quite as mild this morning but off for my usual walk soon after my coffee and browse.

 

[Deleted member 1258]

Good morning people.

 

[Drago]

I have risen!

 

[Mo1959]

Damn, the rain has just come on. Too much to expect a dry walk Oh well, I won’t melt

 

[welsh dragon]

Morning. Cooler here as well. 8 deg. Supposed to be going cooler as the week goes on.

Very breezy last night but no rain. Still breezy here but not as bad as it was.

Stay safe peeps

 

[Dirk]

Morning all

Doggie dragging first thing. The old girl would much rather be tucked up in bed these days.
Sunday lunch booked at the Crown in West Down.

 

[Salad Dodger]

Good morning, world!

It's fairly bright on Planet Thanet today, but breezy. Currently 12 degrees, and Mrs Salad proposes that we go out for a walk and get our breakfast at the 'spoons. Suits me....

The forecast is for rain this afternoon, so we had better get our walk and any shopping done this morning.

Stay safe everyone, and keep warm!

 

[Flick of the Elbow]

Good morning all, bright and windy here.
Caught up with the final episode of The Girl Before last night, not bad.

 

[Mo1959]

Back from a rather lethargic walk. After having a bit more energy yesterday and managing my little run, I am paying for it today along with the lack of sleep. I am seriously wondering about fibromyalgia. So many of the symptoms are exactly how I feel. Chronic insomnia, aches and pains, headaches, lethargy that's made worse if I overdo exercise. Notoriously difficult to diagnose and no cure anyway other than lifestyle and diet changes.

 

[Chief Broom]

Morning folks looks reasonable out there so will go for a spin in a while
Bit annoyed with Tesco's as in my last delivery all the bread was close to its use by date. Getting a decent loaf here from the corner shop isnt going to happen. Cant bake my own as i havent got an oven. The universe is conspiring to deprive me of a munchable wholemeal

 

[Mo1959]

Morning folks looks reasonable out there so will go for a spin in a while
Bit annoyed with Tesco's as in my last delivery all the bread was close to its use by date. Getting a decent loaf here from the corner shop isnt going to happen. Cant bake my own as i havent got an oven. The universe is conspiring to deprive me of a munchable wholemeal

Have you got a freezer? Bread freezes well and just take out how many slices you need at a time. Straight in the toaster for toast, or a minute in the micro at defrost for making sandwiches.

 

[Chief Broom]

Have you got a freezer? Bread freezes well and just take out how many slices you need at a time. Straight in the toaster for toast, or a minute in the micro at defrost for making sandwiches.

Morning Mo, yes i do, i order 5 loaves from Tesco and put them in the freezer. What they sent was noticibly unfresh and dont want to eat it. I did put rather terse notes on 'substitutions "dont send me stale bread"
Re-your diet, i wondered whether 'ready meals' arent good for you. Can you eat more fresh fruit n veg? and get a good cook book!

 

[Mo1959]

Morning Mo, yes i do, i order 5 loaves from Tesco and put them in the freezer. What they sent was noticibly unfresh and dont want to eat it. I did put rather terse notes on 'substitutions "dont send me stale bread"
Re-your diet, i wondered whether 'ready meals' arent good for you. Can you eat more fresh fruit n veg? and get a good cook book!

I try to stick to the healthier ranges but I do need to up the fruit and veg a bit as it's usually just the odd apple, banana or tangerine. Can't see me ever bothering to cook to be honest. It just seem too much effort and faff with all the ingredients you seem to need for any recipe I've looked at.