What's on your agenda for today?

merlin said:
Hi everyone just checking in from the middle of our holiday/vacation in Indonesia, have been away from home since the beginning of June, so have lost touch. Will catch up when I am back home at the end of the month.
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Merlin!! Welcome back! :)
 

School holidays so I'll be looking after my grandson a couple of days a week... today is one of them, just waiting on his arrival and then this afternoon my two granddaughters will be joining us so.... going to be a busy (and fun) day. :D
 
Cookie said:
…Gone Girl…a bit dark, but I found it a page turner. Now I need something cheery and light
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Firstly, Nice to meet you Merlin. Secondly, Cookie, I have Gone Girl but haven't opened it because I'm afraid to after things I've heard about it.

For something cheery and light try "The Reluctant Tuscan" (not to be confused with "Under the Tuscan Sun").

"The Reluctant Tuscan" is a non-fiction book I read a few years ago that I remember laughing all the way through. It's written by Phil Doran, a TV writer for All in The Family (Emmy nomination), Sanford and Son, Too Close for Comfort, Who's the Boss, The Wonder Years, and episodes of The Bob Newhart Show, Tim Conway, and the Smothers Brothers. He has also written for the Los Angeles Times. He currently lives in both California and Tuscany with his wife.

"The Reluctant Tuscan is the sort of travel narrative that is both hilariously funny and informative, comic and poignant, savory and sweet.
Think Frances Mayes, Dave Barry, [Bill Bryson, and Jerry Seinfeld], sprinkle with parmesan and olive oil..." --Barbara DeMarco-Barrett, author of Pen on Fire
 
Lara said:
Firstly, Nice to meet you Merlin. Secondly, Cookie, I have Gone Girl but haven't opened it because I'm afraid to after things I've heard about it.

For something cheery and light try "The Reluctant Tuscan" (not to be confused with "Under the Tuscan Sun").

"The Reluctant Tuscan" is a non-fiction book I read a few years ago that I remember laughing all the way through. It's written by Phil Doran, a TV writer for All in The Family (Emmy nomination), Sanford and Son, Too Close for Comfort, Who's the Boss, The Wonder Years, and episodes of The Bob Newhart Show, Tim Conway, and the Smothers Brothers. He has also written for the Los Angeles Times. He currently lives in both California and Tuscany with his wife.

"The Reluctant Tuscan is the sort of travel narrative that is both hilariously funny and informative, comic and poignant, savory and sweet.
Think Frances Mayes, Dave Barry, [Bill Bryson, and Jerry Seinfeld], sprinkle with parmesan and olive oil..." --Barbara DeMarco-Barrett, author of Pen on Fire
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I will check into those!
 
3hf, your square is lovely. Such vibrant colors.
Annie, what a wonderful opportunity you nephew had.
Holly, hope your day off was rejuvinating for you and your hub.
Perfect summer sunday Cookie....a book and a cold drink.
How very nice to read your post Merlin. Have been wondering about you the past few days. Miss your posts. Indonesian friends complain about having to use work arounds to access internet site. Enjoy your holiday.
My family came to celebrate my son's birthday. Amazingly, for the first time in a few years, I was able to prepare a whole meal for them. Very tiring day though. Especially with a 5 year old hyperactive great grandson, who knows no boundaries.
May everyone enjoy their day...while I recuperate from yesterday....
 
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Good morning, Nona! Yes, it was really good for nephew. He had a great time! And it's interesting to get his views of what was happening there.

You must be exhausted after preparing a big meal! And a hyperactive 5 year old can wear you out quickly.

Went to the gym this morning, groceries, petrol. Going to do a brewery tour with nephew a bit later. Drizzle all day. Ugh.
 
Hi Folks! 2 days ago I got back from a week at the Beach with the kids, grandkids, and 2 dogs. It rained only once all week - that day was when my daughter, granddaughter, and I took a cool shopping tour. I had not been to any beach, anywhere, for over 30 yrs. Soooooooo, my English/Irish skin took in more rays than it needed. To say I've gotten burnt is an understatement which I'm treating with some aloe vera gel which works well.

Sure missed touching base with all of you! Took my laptop with me but then forgot my charger - typical me!
 
Kath said:
Hi Folks! 2 days ago I got back from a week at the Beach with the kids, grandkids, and 2 dogs. It rained only once all week - that day was when my daughter, granddaughter, and I took a cool shopping tour. I had not been to any beach, anywhere, for over 30 yrs. Soooooooo, my English/Irish skin took in more rays than it needed. To say I've gotten burnt is an understatement which I'm treating with some aloe vera gel which works well.

Sure missed touching base with all of you! Took my laptop with me but then forgot my charger - typical me!
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Sounds like you had a lovely time except for the sunburn! Ouch.
 
Lara, I'll put the Reluctant Tuscan on my list, and watch for it in my library e-books. It sounds like it would be a fun read.
 
Kath said:
Hi Folks! 2 days ago I got back from a week at the Beach with the kids, grandkids, and 2 dogs. It rained only once all week - that day was when my daughter, granddaughter, and I took a cool shopping tour. I had not been to any beach, anywhere, for over 30 yrs. Soooooooo, my English/Irish skin took in more rays than it needed. To say I've gotten burnt is an understatement which I'm treating with some aloe vera gel which works well.

Sure missed touching base with all of you! Took my laptop with me but then forgot my charger - typical me!
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Missed your posts, Kath. Wonderful you had some zen beach time. So good for the body and soul. May the sunburn discomfort resolve itself very quickly.
 
Spent my day buying a new sewing machine to replace the one that gave up the ghost a couple days ago. The one I REALLY wanted (and had been drooling over for more than a year) was discontinued and none available. I settled on a similar model by the same company, to find out no one could sell me one out of their area. Where I live is out of ALL their areas. I finally ran across a salesman with enough brains and heart to find a way around the problem and sell me a machine. If he ships tomorrow, I'll be back in business by the weekend. And a whole lot broker.
 
Kath said:
Hi Folks! 2 days ago I got back from a week at the Beach with the kids, grandkids, and 2 dogs. It rained only once all week - that day was when my daughter, granddaughter, and I took a cool shopping tour. I had not been to any beach, anywhere, for over 30 yrs. Soooooooo, my English/Irish skin took in more rays than it needed. To say I've gotten burnt is an understatement which I'm treating with some aloe vera gel which works well.

Sure missed touching base with all of you! Took my laptop with me but then forgot my charger - typical me!
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Welcome back Kath!
After 30 years you deserved the best vacaction, just sorry you got burned. Hope it feels better soon.
 
3HF congrats on your new machine, what is it? Lucky you to have quilting. I'm trying to get back into it, will start something tiny.
 
I went into debt for a Viking Sapphire930, since the Eden Rose250c, my first choice, was discontinued.

You could always try placemats and potholders to get started again.
 
That sounds awesome - a Husqvarna is the best. Very professional and beautiful.
I have a Janome, about 5-6 years old, not expensive and good enough for my needs. Agree, easy stuff is a good way to get back into it - maybe I'll set up and look thru my stash.
 
When do you get back home, Merlin?

We are going into Glasgow with nephew today to meet up with Ugandan daughter's train from London. She'll stay until Monday.
 
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