Messymascot's faith in humanity and ginger safe haven

[Barnfred 55]

No photos .....of course , but tonight Mrs J is recreating an absolutely wonderful lunch that we had last week whilst in Las Palmas ( Gran Canaria).

After walking 10km ( there and back ) to the old town - photos were provided - we went to Las Cantaries beach. A bit too cold to sunbathe but it has a great promenade and we found a fantastic tapas restaurant so settled down for an Al fresco lunch with a bottle of red Rioja.

It was a magical timewonderful.company with my gorgeous wife , waves crashing in , sunny , lovely Rioja and some patatas brava , spicy prawns and mushroom and tuna croquettes.

So, I got the Rioja out tonight ....well that's my job !

Have a lovely evening everyone.

Why does that post conjure up images from Here to Eternity?

I thought Mrs J didn't eat fish.

 

[jazzy]

Why does that post conjure up images from Here to Eternity?

I thought Mrs J didn't eat fish.

The fish is for me. It was 4 mushroom and 4 tuna croquettes

 

[anjelikaferrett]

Hello everybody. Last night's high intensity aqua aerobics was so much fun. I can't believe I've just said that about any form of exercise. It was more energetic than the usual classes, the participants were definitely a younger crowd - my 93 yr old bestie who seems to have adopted me was not present.
Your Gran Canaria lunch sounds gorgeous @jazzy. I hope it has transferred well to Lancashire. Your tea looks good too @Barnfred 55 . I've just had flatbread spread with vegan soft cheese topped with rcket and bacon. In other words, a bacon butty! Very nice it was too.
I'm not hopeful for the Cup match - Moyes press conference was very much Premier League is our priority. Bournemouth also seem to be a bit of a bad team for us.

 

[Barnfred 55]

The fish is for me. It was 4 mushroom and 4 tuna croquettes

Haha. I thought mushroom and tuna was a bit of a weird combo but didn't want to say anything.

Letitia mark II.

 

[Barnfred 55]

I've just seen a warning on my phone for snow in Mawnan Smith. We haven't seen snow here since the beast from the east.

No idea where it came from. It wasn't an official Govt source.so not unduly bothered. If it happens I'll take a pic.

 

[Barnfred 55]

Hello everybody. Last night's high intensity aqua aerobics was so much fun. I can't believe I've just said that about any form of exercise. It was more energetic than the usual classes, the participants were definitely a younger crowd - my 93 yr old bestie who seems to have adopted me was not present.
Your Gran Canaria lunch sounds gorgeous @jazzy. I hope it has transferred well to Lancashire. Your tea looks good too @Barnfred 55 . I've just had flatbread spread with vegan soft cheese topped with rcket and bacon. In other words, a bacon butty! Very nice it was too.
I'm not hopeful for the Cup match - Moyes press conference was very much Premier League is our priority. Bournemouth also seem to be a bit of a bad team for us.

It's going to be ready in about 15 minutes Anj, which is just as well as I'm on my third gin.

 

[summerisle]

I've just seen a warning on my phone for snow in Mawnan Smith. We haven't seen snow here since the beast from the east.

No idea where it came from. It wasn't an official Govt source.so not unduly bothered. If it happens I'll take a pic.

I'm quite interested in the weather, and am a member of this site. There's loads of sub forums, including this. It can exceedingly nerdy in some of them.

Wales/Cymru Regional Weather Discussion - Dec 2023 onwards

community.netweather.tv

 

[peteblue]

No photos .....of course , but tonight Mrs J is recreating an absolutely wonderful lunch that we had last week whilst in Las Palmas ( Gran Canaria).

After walking 10km ( there and back ) to the old town - photos were provided - we went to Las Cantaries beach. A bit too cold to sunbathe but it has a great promenade and we found a fantastic tapas restaurant so settled down for an Al fresco lunch with a bottle of red Rioja.

It was a magical timewonderful.company with my gorgeous wife , waves crashing in , sunny , lovely Rioja and some patatas brava , spicy prawns and mushroom and tuna croquettes.

So, I got the Rioja out tonight ....well that's my job !

Have a lovely evening everyone.

That’s the way Jazzy, enjoy life to the full, I’m really pleased for you both……

 

[peteblue]

I’ve spent the night and now early morning with my wife. I look at her chair and when she looks tired I change her and put her to bed. Unfortunately I then sit in the lounge and look at her empty chair. Then I think of what will come. I’ve just spent the last hour crying while looking at an empty chair. I know that most of my friends have lost their partners over the last twelve months and while I put on a brave face and try to give comfort to them, in these lonely hours looking at an empty chair, even though Kay is asleep in bed, I can’t handle it. I don’t know if my tears help or just make it worse. I know by the morning I will be my usual self and just get on with things, but it’s the private times on my own in the night that is killing me. I’ve not been able to share this with any of my close friends because I have to be their ‘rock’ during their mourning, which is why I release it in here. I really don’t mean to upset anyone as we all have issues to deal with, but I hope you don’t mind me sharing as I’ve no one else at the moment who I can really share with…….

 

[Ducans elbow]

I’ve spent the night and now early morning with my wife. I look at her chair and when she looks tired I change her and put her to bed. Unfortunately I then sit in the lounge and look at her empty chair. Then I think of what will come. I’ve just spent the last hour crying while looking at an empty chair. I know that most of my friends have lost their partners over the last twelve months and while I put on a brave face and try to give comfort to them, in these lonely hours looking at an empty chair, even though Kay is asleep in bed, I can’t handle it. I don’t know if my tears help or just make it worse. I know by the morning I will be my usual self and just get on with things, but it’s the private times on my own in the night that is killing me. I’ve not been able to share this with any of my close friends because I have to be their ‘rock’ during their mourning, which is why I release it in here. I really don’t mean to upset anyone as we all have issues to deal with, but I hope you don’t mind me sharing as I’ve no one else at the moment who I can really share with…….

Pete I think it’s good you talk about what you are going through, you have a lot of support on here, never be worried about telling us your feeling it’s good you can do it mate, a lot of people would keep it bottled up

 

[blue1948]

I’ve spent the night and now early morning with my wife. I look at her chair and when she looks tired I change her and put her to bed. Unfortunately I then sit in the lounge and look at her empty chair. Then I think of what will come. I’ve just spent the last hour crying while looking at an empty chair. I know that most of my friends have lost their partners over the last twelve months and while I put on a brave face and try to give comfort to them, in these lonely hours looking at an empty chair, even though Kay is asleep in bed, I can’t handle it. I don’t know if my tears help or just make it worse. I know by the morning I will be my usual self and just get on with things, but it’s the private times on my own in the night that is killing me. I’ve not been able to share this with any of my close friends because I have to be their ‘rock’ during their mourning, which is why I release it in here. I really don’t mean to upset anyone as we all have issues to deal with, but I hope you don’t mind me sharing as I’ve no one else at the moment who I can really share with…….

I feel for you Pete .

 

[blue1948]

Haha. I thought mushroom and tuna was a bit of a weird combo but didn't want to say anything.

Letitia mark II.

I know this is what you wanted Fred .

Tuna-Stuffed Mushrooms

In this nine-ingredient tuna-stuffed mushrooms recipe, creamy tuna is tossed with Swiss cheese, stuffed into button mushrooms, and baked into perfection.

www.allrecipes.com

 

[anjelikaferrett]

I’ve spent the night and now early morning with my wife. I look at her chair and when she looks tired I change her and put her to bed. Unfortunately I then sit in the lounge and look at her empty chair. Then I think of what will come. I’ve just spent the last hour crying while looking at an empty chair. I know that most of my friends have lost their partners over the last twelve months and while I put on a brave face and try to give comfort to them, in these lonely hours looking at an empty chair, even though Kay is asleep in bed, I can’t handle it. I don’t know if my tears help or just make it worse. I know by the morning I will be my usual self and just get on with things, but it’s the private times on my own in the night that is killing me. I’ve not been able to share this with any of my close friends because I have to be their ‘rock’ during their mourning, which is why I release it in here. I really don’t mean to upset anyone as we all have issues to deal with, but I hope you don’t mind me sharing as I’ve no one else at the moment who I can really share with…….

Pete, you do need to talk and share your feelings- even just on here. Crying is good too. I'm sure your friends would not mind you sharing with them. They must be able to see what you are going through - even in their grief. They must also appreciate your love and support and maybe would like to listen and support you. That's what friends do. As always, much love x

 

[jazzy]

I’ve spent the night and now early morning with my wife. I look at her chair and when she looks tired I change her and put her to bed. Unfortunately I then sit in the lounge and look at her empty chair. Then I think of what will come. I’ve just spent the last hour crying while looking at an empty chair. I know that most of my friends have lost their partners over the last twelve months and while I put on a brave face and try to give comfort to them, in these lonely hours looking at an empty chair, even though Kay is asleep in bed, I can’t handle it. I don’t know if my tears help or just make it worse. I know by the morning I will be my usual self and just get on with things, but it’s the private times on my own in the night that is killing me. I’ve not been able to share this with any of my close friends because I have to be their ‘rock’ during their mourning, which is why I release it in here. I really don’t mean to upset anyone as we all have issues to deal with, but I hope you don’t mind me sharing as I’ve no one else at the moment who I can really share with…….

Pete we are all always here to listen and offer words of help and encouragement.

But honestly mate I think you need , difficult as it is , to sit down with your family and health professionals exactly how you feel.

It is crucial that your well being isn't overlooked, otherwise you simply won't be able to give Kay the care that she needs and you want to give.

Please take care of yourself mate.

 

[Gwladysover]

I’ve spent the night and now early morning with my wife. I look at her chair and when she looks tired I change her and put her to bed. Unfortunately I then sit in the lounge and look at her empty chair. Then I think of what will come. I’ve just spent the last hour crying while looking at an empty chair. I know that most of my friends have lost their partners over the last twelve months and while I put on a brave face and try to give comfort to them, in these lonely hours looking at an empty chair, even though Kay is asleep in bed, I can’t handle it. I don’t know if my tears help or just make it worse. I know by the morning I will be my usual self and just get on with things, but it’s the private times on my own in the night that is killing me. I’ve not been able to share this with any of my close friends because I have to be their ‘rock’ during their mourning, which is why I release it in here. I really don’t mean to upset anyone as we all have issues to deal with, but I hope you don’t mind me sharing as I’ve no one else at the moment who I can really share with…….

I consider myself privileged that you are able to share your feelings with us. Tears are a release and a help so don’t be afraid to let them flow. You need to open up to those around you though. Although everyone is different and I am in no way presuming to know how you feel, I do know from my experience that trying to be the rock on which everything stands is not always the best way. Try to talk to your family and friends. Sorry if I came across as preachy I didn’t mean to.