The Retirement Thread

[Mo1959]

Morning. Freezing with a small dusting of snow. I managed a long lie so it is nearly light so I am heading out for a walk.

 

[Dirk]

Morning all

Off to the car wash first thing - car's filthy, what with the state of the lanes around here.
Apart from that I've got nothing planned.

 

[Deleted member 1258]

Good morning all.

 

[welsh dragon]

Morning. 2 deg feeling like -2 and hissing down with rain. Possibly snow later but I can't see that myself as it's to wet for that.

Stay safe folks

 

[Paulus]

Where on the stair ??

Right there,🐀

 

[Drago]

I have risen!

Enjoyed a lay in with the delicious Mrs D.

 

[Paulus]

Good morning all,
It's rain nicely outside and set in for the day.

Another soggy dog walk and then marmalade making.

After that, a day listening to the football on the radio and domestics.

There will be copious amounts of tea drunk as well.

Stay safe everyone

Another busy day in paradise.

 

[Flick of the Elbow]

Good morning all, a bright but icy start here.
Will conduct my Big Garden Birdwatch at some point today.

 

[PaulSB]

If we get as far as a little mouse I shall sulk all day!

Humph.

 

[Flick of the Elbow]

I forgot to mention something I read earlier...

You have probably noticed the trend for people doing Zoom interviews on TV to do so in front of their bookshelves? The more observant of you will also have noticed that some of those people strategically place books written by THEM just behind their heads!

Well, apparently, it has become 'a thing' to try and 'out-book' other people... A book dealer reported that book sales have increased a lot. Many people are openly buying books with impressive titles, but which they admit that they have no intention of reading!

I find it funny, but actually a bit sad too...

I’ve noticed that too. I’m surprised that people aren’t using apps that allow you to apply a virtual background of your choosing, then you could pick different bookshelves for different meetings. Or be radical and choose something other than a bookshelf.

 

[PaulSB]

Good morning. Blowing a gale, grey and dull. Not pleasant.

Couple of days ago I committed to riding today with a friend who lives alone. She sees no one socially in these awful circumstances. Just had a WhatsApp to check we're still going out. We are, I have to but really do not want to.

Catch you all later folks!!

 

[Paulus]

Good morning. Blowing a gale, grey and dull. Not pleasant.

Couple of days ago I committed to riding today with a friend who lives alone. She sees no one socially in these awful circumstances. Just had a WhatsApp to check we're still going out. We are, I have to but really do not want to.

Catch you all later folks!!

Good luck👍

 

[Dave7]

Right there,🐀

A little mouse with clogs on??

 

[gavroche]

I forgot to mention something I read earlier...

You have probably noticed the trend for people doing Zoom interviews on TV to do so in front of their bookshelves? The more observant of you will also have noticed that some of those people strategically place books written by THEM just behind their heads!

Well, apparently, it has become 'a thing' to try and 'out-book' other people... A book dealer reported that book sales have increased a lot. Many people are openly buying books with impressive titles, but which they admit that they have no intention of reading!

I find it funny, but actually a bit sad too...

It is called "vanity". The world is full of it, especially pop stars, actors , TV personalities and other celebrities.

 

[gavroche]

Salut.
Why does it always rain in Devon ? There must a cloud following me every time I take Molly for a walk and opens its content down on me.
Every where is soaking wet and never gets a chance to dry up.