Looking for inspiration

One disadvantage of going to bed early is that I wake up early. I know that sunrise isn’t until 5 o’clock really, but by four o’clock in the morning the birds are singing and it’s quite light. I chose not to actually get up at that time this morning, but I did wonder whether I should.

In the end, of course, I snoozed on, fitfully, until nine o’clock when John got up to make us a cup of tea. I suddenly remembered that I needed to be out of bed too, in case the upholstery man called with the seats to my kitchen chairs. I flitted about a bit until he arrived, which wasn’t until nearly 11 o’clock, and I was pleased with the work he’d done. They look alright and match the feature walls. Mind you, now I’ve seen the photo of them, all in a line, I think they look a bit like conference chairs……..tee-hee!!

We now need tips on keeping the bloomin’ cats off the chairs……

After the upholsterer had left, we both pottered about a bit. John had a go at tidying up the area round the breakfast bar ready for the new work surface. Essentially, there was still a ‘snagging’ job on the kitchen floor from when he put the new laminate flooring down. I think he’s been successful and it’s looking good. He also did a bit of a measure-up on the wood he needs to ‘dress’ the breakfast bar. Not sure if he’s cut that yet. One step at a time – no need to rush.

I was once more into the breach, venturing into the loft again. Managed to clear out a mouse nest (although I didn’t actually see the mice); put all the suitcases that Harriet had returned the other day, up there safely; and filled up the trunk with items of no value other than sentimental. I also managed to vacuum the loft which was a good thing. There was chewed up paper and bubble wrap, plus nasty mouse droppings. Note to self: must leave the loft trapdoor open and let the cats in there…… or get a mouse trap?

After I’d been in the loft, I felt very grubby so grabbed a shower before we ate our evening meal. But really, that’s been our lot. We did have a lovely chat to the Sutton Sleaths – William phoned but I’d left my phone upstairs at the time so he phoned Grandpa instead, then asked, “Why didn’t you answer the phone, Grandma?” Oh, dear – must keep my phone on me at all times.

We haven’t watched the Eurovision – although I know it’s great fun for some, but it’s just not our cup of tea. But will the UK come home with more than ‘nul points‘? We shall see.

We haven’t watched the news either today, choosing to keep ourselves sane for a change. However, we do know that there have been 2,694 people who tested positive for the virus today and 6 deaths in the community. We’ll wait and see if the figures rise by much over the coming week with the Indian variant on the loose.

So the day has passed unremarkably. We are looking for inspiration. Something to gee us up. Better weather might help…..not that there’s much chance of that over the next few days. I am wondering if the clear-outs and tidy-ups will help….. we’ll see.

And tomorrow it’s Pentecost. Another day for celebration – just like Christmas or Easter – except we don’t do we? This one passes most people by. But I shall be fascinated by the story of how the apostles spoke in tongues – it’s such a weird one…..

Take care everyone. Enjoy your Sunday, however you choose to spend it. God bless.