Chit Chat (7)

[davedajobauk]

Those pics are lovely Dave!
We still have snow and ice...the red maples are JUST starting to bud

I love all the pictures Dave, they are beautiful, that church looks lovely. Thanks so much for sharing.

It is cold and cloudy here, we had one nice day, nice enough to be out, that was Friday, but since, it has gone back to winter it seems.

Great pics brother Dave - thanks for sharing them.

I love your pictures dave made me happy. Beautiful you are blessed.

Thank you all, so very-much!

I so enjoy sharing them with others

We, were forecast to have rain Monday thru Wednesday and beyond
however, this-morning began, very-blustery
and with the odd, wet / damp 'bite', on the wind'
Clouds, around and about [here] were 'cruising', smoothly,
at approximately, 51 kmph (30mph)
[iow: 'more or, less'] :?:
Anyway, they didnt 'stick around' and carried, their load, .....'elsewhere'
[tee hee hee ]

Mary and I had decided, that we would 'pay' yet another visit
to the Heaton Park Garden Centre, this afternoon
On the previous occasion, we went in our car [Nissan Micra, 3dr]
Today, we went on the bus.....
well, that is, while we were waiting, at the stop.....for the 'bus' ?
Jean, [a mutual friend of Mary and I] whom, also, attends our Ceramics class
came to a stop in her car nearby [pulled-up] to pick up a friend [Pam] who, is also, well known to us
So, when then, our eyes met
and we waved back and forth in a warm, friendly manner... Jean, approached the bus stop
and asked 'where ?' we, were going

Mentioning our intention to visit the garden centre... Jean, offered to take us there
as, it was [she said] "on the way to, my home"
[which, she duly did]

By the time, that we were, let down from Jean's car
the temperature had warmed to very comfortable
save for the lightly gusting 'breeze' that felt, almost, wintery [in some moments]
I walked, the maybe 400, yards, to the garden centre [from the main road]
and from there, on, I snapped maybe 40 pictures of the area
and will post them here, soon

Mary, prepared the Tea/Dinner this evening
A very nice, sliced roast beef, boiled potatoes and vegetables
all 'doused' in a wonderful 'Bisto Gravy' [I cleared my plate]
~after adding a sprinkle of salt
and a dozen or so 'twists' of the Black Pepper Mill

Now, as I sit quietly, and allow my tummy, to begin preparation
for the digestive processes, to act upon, my-latest 'deposit'
I try to play catch-up to my day

I hope every has a lovely day and enjoys it, just like I have

Gbu
dave

 

[nChrist]

Good evening everyone!

Lean back in your favorite chair and relax some. If you're over 50, you're also allowed to take a nap while the younger folks stand guard. That way if anything happens during your nap, it's their fault.

 

[gratefulgrace]

Thank you all, so very-much!

I so enjoy sharing them with others

We, were forecast to have rain Monday thru Wednesday and beyond
however, this-morning began, very-blustery
and with the odd, wet / damp 'bite', on the wind'
Clouds, around and about [here] were 'cruising', smoothly,
at approximately, 51 kmph (30mph)
[iow: 'more or, less'] :?:
Anyway, they didnt 'stick around' and carried, their load, .....'elsewhere'
[tee hee hee ]

Mary and I had decided, that we would 'pay' yet another visit
to the Heaton Park Garden Centre, this afternoon
On the previous occasion, we went in our car [Nissan Micra, 3dr]
Today, we went on the bus.....
well, that is, while we were waiting, at the stop.....for the 'bus' ?
Jean, [a mutual friend of Mary and I] whom, also, attends our Ceramics class
came to a stop in her car nearby [pulled-up] to pick up a friend [Pam] who, is also, well known to us
So, when then, our eyes met
and we waved back and forth in a warm, friendly manner... Jean, approached the bus stop
and asked 'where ?' we, were going

Mentioning our intention to visit the garden centre... Jean, offered to take us there
as, it was [she said] "on the way to, my home"
[which, she duly did]

By the time, that we were, let down from Jean's car
the temperature had warmed to very comfortable
save for the lightly gusting 'breeze' that felt, almost, wintery [in some moments]
I walked, the maybe 400, yards, to the garden centre [from the main road]
and from there, on, I snapped maybe 40 pictures of the area
and will post them here, soon

Mary, prepared the Tea/Dinner this evening
A very nice, sliced roast beef, boiled potatoes and vegetables
all 'doused' in a wonderful 'Bisto Gravy' [I cleared my plate]
~after adding a sprinkle of salt
and a dozen or so 'twists' of the Black Pepper Mill

Now, as I sit quietly, and allow my tummy, to begin preparation
for the digestive processes, to act upon, my-latest 'deposit'
I try to play catch-up to my day

I hope every has a lovely day and enjoys it, just like I have

Gbu
dave

Sounds like a great day. Not sure our American cousins know what Bisto is. I remember my MIL would stock up for herself (as she lived in the US at the time) and her best friend. Anyway I think it makes the best brown gravy EVER>

 

[gratefulgrace]

My hubby left for a couple of weeks back in the US at our place. I stayed home from work with the tail end (I hope) of the flu so my disabled son stayed home too. Tomorrow I have arranged for him to be picked up by a special bus to take him to his day program. Tonight we are eating light just baked rotini with tomato sauce and cheese.

 

[davedajobauk]

Jan Sis'

Gravy, just ISN'T GRAVY, if it isnt BISTO GRAVY

as-promised... Heaton Park pics

https://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=301616&id=760694703&l=8b0d6a9bdc

it is a public link to the album, so I hope nobody has difficulty seeing them [?]

dave

 

[Susie~Q]

What a beautiful and peaceful place, thanks so much for sharing the pictures. It sounds like you had a very enjoyable day today.

 

[missmsdancearama]

Good morning everyone. It looks like it's going to be a nice day outside.

 

[mjmcmillan]

Now look at what you gone and made me do. I had to larn somethin' new.

I had to look up "Bisto", and found out (1) that it's a food company known for their gravies and (2) yes, you can get it in the USA. An importer specialising in English teas has first position on Google when you look up "Bisto". So, I guess I may have to give it a try some day.

 

[davedajobauk]

@ Jan _get well soon Sis'
'happy reunion' later


@ mjmcmillan
Once you have poured 250 mls of freshly BOILED water
over 4 heaped teaspoonsful of these granules
and continued to STIR for a couple of minutes [until thickened]

You will, appreciate the value of this gravy sauce

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh B I S T O !!!!!!!!!



dave

Disclaimer:
I have no links either financial or familial
with the Bisto Makers or, their distributors and gain NOTHING
from this promulgation of the details of this product
I SIMPLY enjoy it

 

[Susie~Q]

Hi, this is a very sad night for me, 6 years ago, midnight, my dear mother went to be with the Lord, it seems like only yesterday. In fact, today is even the same day!! Wednesday, the 13th, and she died Thursday the 14th, it was just a few minutes past midnight. So, I am reliving the whole thing. The weather is even the same, real windy and cold, there are sooooo many similarities to this day and the same day 6 years back, it is almost making me sick to my tummy.

Gosh, I miss her, this past week has been sad, and now it is at its peak. I know she is happy with her Lord and in no pain and having a great time, and that I will see her again, but wow, I hurt.

One thing that really bothers me, and I just can NOT seem to shake it. I feel very selfish, you see, the night she died, I was not in her room, the nurse asked me if I wanted to stay, and like a selfish jerk, I went back to my motel room, I was super exhausted, and I guess I did not want to believe she might die that night, well, I had only been in the room for an hour, and the nurse called and said mom had died. I felt horrible, I went back to the hospital, went into her room, gave her a kiss on the cheek and said I loved her. I left the room, hugged the nurses and thanked them for all they had done, they were terrific. Anyway, how I wish I had been there, dang, I just can not forgive myself, I know the Lord does, but, I don't. She left the earth after 10 years of suffering, continually, and all those years, I was with her, in all the hospitals, and I stayed too, some had motels, others, did not, but, I never left her, then, on the night when it was very important, I don't stay, man, I hurt, but, I can't change it.

Well, that is all I had to say, I just wanted to share this evening and tomorrow with you. I may not be on here tomorrow, depends on how I feel.

Take care and God bless.

 

[gratefulgrace]

Hi, this is a very sad night for me, 6 years ago, midnight, my dear mother went to be with the Lord, it seems like only yesterday. In fact, today is even the same day!! Wednesday, the 13th, and she died Thursday the 14th, it was just a few minutes past midnight. So, I am reliving the whole thing. The weather is even the same, real windy and cold, there are sooooo many similarities to this day and the same day 6 years back, it is almost making me sick to my tummy.

Gosh, I miss her, this past week has been sad, and now it is at its peak. I know she is happy with her Lord and in no pain and having a great time, and that I will see her again, but wow, I hurt.

One thing that really bothers me, and I just can NOT seem to shake it. I feel very selfish, you see, the night she died, I was not in her room, the nurse asked me if I wanted to stay, and like a selfish jerk, I went back to my motel room, I was super exhausted, and I guess I did not want to believe she might die that night, well, I had only been in the room for an hour, and the nurse called and said mom had died. I felt horrible, I went back to the hospital, went into her room, gave her a kiss on the cheek and said I loved her. I left the room, hugged the nurses and thanked them for all they had done, they were terrific. Anyway, how I wish I had been there, dang, I just can not forgive myself, I know the Lord does, but, I don't. She left the earth after 10 years of suffering, continually, and all those years, I was with her, in all the hospitals, and I stayed too, some had motels, others, did not, but, I never left her, then, on the night when it was very important, I don't stay, man, I hurt, but, I can't change it.

Well, that is all I had to say, I just wanted to share this evening and tomorrow with you. I may not be on here tomorrow, depends on how I feel.

Take care and God bless.

That is very sad. I too was not with my mom when she passed away. I had been with her during the night but it was time for my sister to come and for me to head home. I am not even sure my sister got to be with her as it happened when she was with the nurses doing routine care at around 10 am. This is very common as a former nurse I know. This could very well have been the scenario with your mom. You did all you could for her please do not let the enemy torment you with guilt any longer. The bible says "our(my) times are in your hand" meaning the Lord is the one who determines our end. I pray that you will find peace in knowing that your presence was with your mom when it was needed. During death it is just us and the Lord and I know He was there. ((((hugs))))
BTW my mom has been gone for over 10 years and I still miss her but just like you I rejoice that she is with her Lord Jesus in heaven. Jan

 

[missmsdancearama]

Morning all. I miss my Mom too and she went to the Lord just 2 months ago.

 

[davedajobauk]

Hi, this is a very sad night for me,
6 years ago, midnight, my dear mother went to be with the Lord,
it seems like only yesterday. In fact, today is even the same day!! Wednesday, the 13th, and she died Thursday the 14th,
it was just a few minutes past midnight.

I feel very selfish,
you see, the night she died, I was not in her room,
I was super exhausted,
and I guess I did not want to believe she might die that night,
well, I had only been in the room for an hour,
and the nurse called and said mom had died.
I can't change it.

Hi Susie Sis'

You just gotta 'let-go' Sis'
For sure, we gotta love our family and friends ENOUGH
that we are ABLE to let them go.... to be happy their way/ to be at peace
for this, gives us the 'peace' we need to cope [not, being selfish]
It doesnt mean that we stop loving them!

My Mom died more than 20 years ago
I did my [human] family responsibilities...
I was the oldest of her four children
and my other siblings _did not want-to /could not cope with her care

Mom spent her last year living at my home
Four days and three nights before she passed away
she became totally unresponsive, [couldnt be woken]
and our doctor had her taken into hospital
Where, my then wife and I took turns, in a vigil at her bedside

She slipped quietly away [without waking up]
with my then wife sat beside her bed
It had been my-turn, 'my-turn' to stay at home
and to look after, our six children and six dogs

I am happy that I could do no-more for her, than I had already ...
and so pleased for her to finally, give up 'struggling'
and at-last, to be able sleep peacefully

God Bless that lovely lady, my Mother


((hug))
My thoughts are with you through this

dave


How to let go of someone you love - by Lynette Olson - Helium


http://youtu.be/UvYIjFtPQEk

 

[Susie~Q]

That is very sad. I too was not with my mom when she passed away. I had been with her during the night but it was time for my sister to come and for me to head home. I am not even sure my sister got to be with her as it happened when she was with the nurses doing routine care at around 10 am. This is very common as a former nurse I know. This could very well have been the scenario with your mom. You did all you could for her please do not let the enemy torment you with guilt any longer. The bible says "our(my) times are in your hand" meaning the Lord is the one who determines our end. I pray that you will find peace in knowing that your presence was with your mom when it was needed. During death it is just us and the Lord and I know He was there. ((((hugs))))
BTW my mom has been gone for over 10 years and I still miss her but just like you I rejoice that she is with her Lord Jesus in heaven. Jan

Thank you Grace for your words of comfort. You know, some days, I am fine, but, others, well, it is so overwhelming it is hard to handle. As I said, yesterday was soooooo very similar to that exact same day 6 years ago and it really got to me. I am better today however. One nurse told me that sometimes the patient waits until the loved one leaves so they can leave in peace, maybe that was her, who knows, but, as you said, I am sure the Lord was holding her hand as they both walked through that awesome gate together.

 

[Susie~Q]

Morning all. I miss my Mom too and she went to the Lord just 2 months ago.

Oh my goodness, I am so sorry, 2 months is not long at all.

 

[Susie~Q]

Hi Susie Sis'

You just gotta 'let-go' Sis'
For sure, we gotta love our family and friends ENOUGH
that we are ABLE to let them go.... to be happy their way/ to be at peace
for this, gives us the 'peace' we need to cope [not, being selfish]
It doesnt mean that we stop loving them!

My Mom died more than 20 years ago
I did my [human] family responsibilities...
I was the oldest of her four children
and my other siblings _did not want-to /could not cope with her care

Mom spent her last year living at my home
Four days and three nights before she passed away
she became totally unresponsive, [couldnt be woken]
and our doctor had her taken into hospital
Where, my then wife and I took turns, in a vigil at her bedside

She slipped quietly away [without waking up]
with my then wife sat beside her bed
It had been my-turn, 'my-turn' to stay at home
and to look after, our six children and six dogs

I am happy that I could do no-more for her, than I had already ...
and so pleased for her to finally, give up 'struggling'
and at-last, to be able sleep peacefully

God Bless that lovely lady, my Mother


((hug))
My thoughts are with you through this

dave


How to let go of someone you love - by Lynette Olson - Helium


YouTube - Native American - Amazing Grace (in cherokee)

Thanks Bro Dave for your kind words. My dear mother was asleep too when she went to be with the Lord, in fact, she had been in a coma for over 2 days prior. She went in for the last time, April 9, and as I said, April 14th, just a few minutes past midnight, she peacefully died.

I am an only child, so, there was never anyone else to help, but you know, I am so very very thankful that I could be with her those entire 10 years, I would do it again in a second. My parents and I are very close.

It is just my dad and I now, and I will be there for him too.

Thank you also for the two lovely links, they helped alot.

God bless you Bro.

Sis Susie

 

[gratefulgrace]

Morning all. I miss my Mom too and she went to the Lord just 2 months ago.

I had forgotten MissD that is not long ago at all. I am sure the sense of loss is still very keen. Hugs and prayers for you too. Jan

 

[davedajobauk]

Around and about our garden

Next door's dual-cherry tree
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More of that blossom
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A ladybird
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A wood pigeon
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Bramley Apple [blossoms]
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raise:


dave

 

[Susie~Q]

Those pictures are lovely, thanks for sharing.

 

[davedajobauk]

'Lacey' [Mary's Greatgranddaughter] and I recently

Please note that this very clever little girl, is also 'pointing' her 'right' index finger ?