How are you all doing?

[Ditto]

Maybe testing at the door, temperatures or something, if it was just the one guy that did that, they could have collared him before he infected peoples.

 

[Eddy Edson]

Maybe testing at the door, temperatures or something, if it was just the one guy that did that, they could have collared him before he infected peoples.

I don't think temp testing works if you're pre-symptomatic, unfortunately. Apparently you're infectious for a couple of days before developing symptoms, and about a half of transmissions are from pre-symptomatic people in some studies. And apparently not everybody develops fever.

A big challenge for getting this thing under control.

 

[Ivostas66]

I don't think temp testing works if you're pre-symptomatic, unfortunately. Apparently you're infectious for a couple of days before developing symptoms, and about a half of transmissions are from pre-symptomatic people in some studies. And apparently not everybody develops fever.

A big challenge for getting this thing under control.

I read yesterday that millions have been invested in new technology to track people's temperatures when they enter rooms (the Chinese headsets really are something to behold and can monitor 10 people in a crown at the same time). Problem is it is only accurate to 0.5 degrees and as you mentioned many people do not exhibit fever despite having the disease.

 

[eggyg]

Felt very unsettled today after Boris’ ramblings last night. It was as clear as mud and why England is different from the other home nations I’ll never understand. As for allowing driving to any area to exercise, we’re doomed up here in Cumbria, the Lakes will be heaving and we have one of the highest death rates in the country as it is! The biggest upset is that our daughter is definitely not getting married in July now, she’s spent all day calling and emailing venue, registrar etc. Has provisionally reserved 24th April 2021 with registry office but when she called the venue their system wasn’t up and running and they couldn’t check dates. I find that concerning as I would have had thought they would have been on it straight away as I’m sure she’s not the only one to call today. They’ve promised to be in touch in a day or two so fingers crossed they can do that date. TBF there wasn’t many Saturdays left! So today has been a moping about and very unproductive day. Watching Boris bumbling at this precise moment and I could slap him!

 

[Ditto]

They said they're relying on people's common sense. Have they seen the internet? What common sense? Lady from the Lake District said "We're shut!" As it should be.

 

[grovesy]

Felt very unsettled today after Boris’ ramblings last night. It was as clear as mud and why England is different from the other home nations I’ll never understand. As for allowing driving to any area to exercise, we’re doomed up here in Cumbria, the Lakes will be heaving and we have one of the highest death rates in the country as it is! The biggest upset is that our daughter is definitely not getting married in July now, she’s spent all day calling and emailing venue, registrar etc. Has provisionally reserved 24th April 2021 with registry office but when she called the venue their system wasn’t up and running and they couldn’t check dates. I find that concerning as I would have had thought they would have been on it straight away as I’m sure she’s not the only one to call today. They’ve promised to be in touch in a day or two so fingers crossed they can do that date. TBF there wasn’t many Saturdays left! So today has been a moping about and very unproductive day. Watching Boris bumbling at this precise moment and I could slap him!

I am suprised that the venue is not setup for next year, my friends son was supposed to get married later this month, his venue decided to shut down and cancel and offer to re-book weddings just before lock down was announced. My friends son booked for next May.

 

[SB2015]

Felt very unsettled today after Boris’ ramblings last night. It was as clear as mud and why England is different from the other home nations I’ll never understand. As for allowing driving to any area to exercise, we’re doomed up here in Cumbria, the Lakes will be heaving and we have one of the highest death rates in the country as it is! The biggest upset is that our daughter is definitely not getting married in July now, she’s spent all day calling and emailing venue, registrar etc. Has provisionally reserved 24th April 2021 with registry office but when she called the venue their system wasn’t up and running and they couldn’t check dates. I find that concerning as I would have had thought they would have been on it straight away as I’m sure she’s not the only one to call today. They’ve promised to be in touch in a day or two so fingers crossed they can do that date. TBF there wasn’t many Saturdays left! So today has been a moping about and very unproductive day. Watching Boris bumbling at this precise moment and I could slap him!

A frustrating and confusing time for so many. I hope that they get things sorted and are able to get a date for next year.

I find it best to avoid actually seeing Boris!!!
Today he just couldn’t answer the question from a teacher: how can it be okay for her to go back to school with a whole class, but they are not allowed to see their family. That among so many other anomalies and unanswered questions.

 

[SB2015]

On a more positive note, our bike shed arrived two weeks early, and our mini greenhouse is on its way when we only ordered it last Monday. Very excited.

 

[trophywench]

Hmmmm - chef daughter says the licensed establishment in which she is currently employed (but on furlough) can easily socially distance diners BUT unless every diner eats exactly the same meal, they can't in the kitchen. The previous pub was a listed building and the kitchen was part of the listed bit so they couldn't install as much ventilation as they should really ….

These things are often a lot more complicated than they seem to the average 'punter'.

 

[mikeyB]

Well, I decided today to have an idle day ordering a Tesco delivery for Thursday, a sensor order, Clinique foundation order, all the while listening to The Incredible String Band, and the late great Judee Sill.

Best listened to, like I did in the old days, through the haze of recreational smoke, but a cup of tea is all I use now, sadly.

Tomorrow I start a pastel painting of an angry T Rex for my grandson, after which I may start work on an oil painting of abandoned boats on Mull, a regular tourist stop off. Fully kitted up now, but I’ll have to find my old artist’s apron first. It’s a messy business, painting. Just ask Leonardo. De Caprio, of course.

I’m changing my name to Creative Lockdown. Next stop, a deserted Royal Academy. Or not. Can’t remember (or understand) what Boris said.

Any ideas?

Or commissions? A destitute artist has to live, you know. Or, as they say in Scotland, giazzyermunny.

 

[Docb]

Tried watercolour mikeyB? Much harder but a lot less messy.

 

[eggyg]

I am suprised that the venue is not setup for next year, my friends son was supposed to get married later this month, his venue decided to shut down and cancel and offer to re-book weddings just before lock down was announced. My friends son booked for next May.

I must admit seems a bit suss to me. They haven’t once been in touch since this started, not even a courtesy call. Their FaceBook page has disappeared. We’re hoping it doesn’t mean they aren’t planning on reopening. They’ve already got four grand of our money!

 

[grovesy]

I must admit seems a bit suss to me. They haven’t once been in touch since this started, not even a courtesy call. Their FaceBook page has disappeared. We’re hoping it doesn’t mean they aren’t planning on reopening. They’ve already got four grand of our money!

I agree that does seem suss. The venue my friends son is using, were in touch regular when the problems with the virus began, and were helpful, and were offering the chance, to re-book later in this year but lots of dates were already pre-booked. I was impressed when my friend told me the venue had been so proactive even before the government had made any announcements.

 

[mikeyB]

Tried watercolour mikeyB? Much harder but a lot less messy.

I do use watercolour, depends on what I’m trying to achieve. I used to use it exclusively.

 

[SB2015]

I must admit seems a bit suss to me. They haven’t once been in touch since this started, not even a courtesy call. Their FaceBook page has disappeared. We’re hoping it doesn’t mean they aren’t planning on reopening. They’ve already got four grand of our money!

Oooo er. That doesn’t sound so good. I hope it is just that they were getting themselves sorted.

 

[eggyg]

Feeling a tad better today. Really missing my walks, but today I tried to fill it with tasks. I plan our meals 3/4 weeks ahead as obviously we can’t just nip out for some shopping and our daughters are doing it for us. It’s getting harder and harder to think of meals so got out the cook books, of which I have many. Had a flick through for inspiration and decided on coq au vin for tonight, can’t remember the last time I made it. Raymond Blanc told me to marinade for 24 hours which I did yesterday. Then there was lots of faffing about, etc etc. It was just ok after all that! Never mind it kept me out of mischief! My infamous crustless quiche Elaine tomorrow. No marinading required thank goodness. 🙂

 

[SB2015]

Feeling a tad better today. Really missing my walks, but today I tried to fill it with tasks. I plan our meals 3/4 weeks ahead as obviously we can’t just nip out for some shopping and our daughters are doing it for us. It’s getting harder and harder to think of meals so got out the cook books, of which I have many. Had a flick through for inspiration and decided on coq au vin for tonight, can’t remember the last time I made it. Raymond Blanc told me to marinade for 24 hours which I did yesterday. Then there was lots of faffing about, etc etc. It was just ok after all that! Never mind it kept me out of mischief! My infamous crustless quiche Elaine tomorrow. No marinading required thank goodness. 🙂

Glad you are feeling a bit better today.

We take alternate weeks to cook. When it is my week I now choose one of the cookery books we have and do the wh One week from that book. It makes me try out different things.
This week is OH ‘s week. Just had peppers stuffed with what was effectively a bolognaise sauce and topped with cheese. Just 11g of carbs in total. A new one on us but definitely to be repeated.

 

[NotWorriedAtAll]

Just about to go to bed at half past one in the morning!!
Been up since six.
Spent most of the day cleaning and putting away the delivery from Tesco.
I truly appreciate having the food and necessities and not having to go out shopping but I get very stressed about 'processing' everything safely.

I do all the ordering of the food, dealing with the deliveries and all the cooking and meal planning.
I managed to make a silver necklace for a young relative who is having her 18th birthday next week - it's the first piece of jewellery I've made for three months. We stayed up late so we could be certain there wouldn't be anyone around when we went to the postbox. I just hope it gets there on time. I enjoyed making it and I think she'll like it. I wanted to make something simple and timeless that will last a lifetime. I still have the victorian pearl ring my parents gave me for my 18th and it would be great if she still has this necklace when she's nearly sixty!!

 

[eggyg]

Glad you are feeling a bit better today.

We take alternate weeks to cook. When it is my week I now choose one of the cookery books we have and do the wh One week from that book. It makes me try out different things.
This week is OH ‘s week. Just had peppers stuffed with what was effectively a bolognaise sauce and topped with cheese. Just 11g of carbs in total. A new one on us but definitely to be repeated.

I do most of the cooking, it’s my thing. Mr Eggy does what we call “ the fast and furious” ie steaks, stirfrys etc. He makes loads of mess, he never tidies up as he goes! I like making curries, stews, ragu, pies, roasts etc. It’s just the deciding which I find the hardest thing!

 

[eggyg]

Just about to go to bed at half past one in the morning!!
Been up since six.
Spent most of the day cleaning and putting away the delivery from Tesco.
I truly appreciate having the food and necessities and not having to go out shopping but I get very stressed about 'processing' everything safely.

I do all the ordering of the food, dealing with the deliveries and all the cooking and meal planning.
I managed to make a silver necklace for a young relative who is having her 18th birthday next week - it's the first piece of jewellery I've made for three months. We stayed up late so we could be certain there wouldn't be anyone around when we went to the postbox. I just hope it gets there on time. I enjoyed making it and I think she'll like it. I wanted to make something simple and timeless that will last a lifetime. I still have the victorian pearl ring my parents gave me for my 18th and it would be great if she still has this necklace when she's nearly sixty!!

That looks gorgeous, lucky girl.