What I am up to today

Hi Everyone good evening,
We had drizzle of rain this morning I was concerned that it would get worse and the already full storm drain would cause more problems, so once again rang the Council to check up on the services coming out to sort the blockage, they were very quick to respond and a large sewer jetting type vehicle arrived within half hour. First checking the houses in the row plus the houses behind, thankfully it was sorted, they decided access in my neighbour Mary's garden was easiest to use, she phoned me letting me know how this long large pipe was brought through her side garden, with the gush spillage came through the drain in the road so a further cleaning process and disinfecting of the road had to be undertaken.
The school across the road from us is used for polling station I did manage to find time this evening to pop in to vote. We had earlier in the year a newsletter proposing to knock down the school which is situated in grounds with fields and woods which is the habitat for much wild life, besides the need to conserve and protect wildlife this idea is being opposed as would not only cause more congestion but put quite a strain on the already strain on the sewage pipes.
It's been a rather busy day but popped online to catch up with some postings and going to take it easy for the rest of the evening.
Blessings
Elaine.

Oh deary me Hi everyone good evening Drama,
After a really beautiful day celebrating my birthday with family and friends yesterday.
It's been a busy afternoon/evening in my street, I was out in the garden to inspect all round as I usually do and noticed wait for it! ..in the drain near my kitchen sink was somewhat blocked we have a little prodding pipe for any problems and while I was using noticed something which sure looked like sewage yikes, I called the council who were quite swift to come out only to find after 2 hours of going along several of the houses using their plunger to unbloke to no avail.
I phoned my friend Mary who lives 3 doors down who had already had a visit from them and she went out to walk her dog at same time call on another of our/neighbour friends in street above us who knew nothing of it. Steph meanwhile had arrived to visit and Paul and her went for a walk and take the dogs for a run.
There was much telephone calls some from friends checking up on how my birthday had got on plus neighbours going along to each other to pass on update.
Seems I was the only one,.. as I was the person who called them out, to know No! it is not sorted as the Van had left others thought all was OK.
I advised not to do laundry, hand wash basin rather than bath or shower and to take handwash to take dishwater to the outside front street drains.
I am rather disappointed that the Water Board which this had been passed onto had not suggested these things or even turned up, because the more flushing of toilets etc and use of the drain would cause a build up i.e., into whoever's garden storm drain was the lowest.
I was assured it wasn't mine but no consolation as I already have seen floating sewage inches away from my sink pipe. Paul has a hacksaw at the ready to make sure this does not come up into our kitchen.
The Council man did say someone from Water Board will be along sometime tomorrow as they have the layout plans of pipes and more able to be a position to know best way forward where the problem could lay.
Just stopped by although rather late for me to give a bit of notice what is going on here.
blessings

Hi Everyone,
Another fine sunny day here in my part of Wales although still a cold wind, hopefully this is what is sending that nasty Ash Cloud away. Thankfully things improved that air space restrictions lifted and flights can resume due to the intensity of eruption of ash reduced, although there is concern of Katla erupting the nearby volcano, the President of Iceland yesterday warned if this blows it could have devastating consequences worldwide.
Some Scientist warn that the outlook would be more serious as is larger and more dangerous. On each of the three other occasions during the past 1,100 years when the smaller volcano has exploded - in 920, 1612 and 1821-23 - Katla has erupted soon afterwards.
President Grimsson added: "We have emergency plans in our own country, so I think that it's high time for European governments and airline authorities to start planning."
The good news is as yet this has not happened and hopefully will not.
I have been downloading some critical updates on my PC earlier so hopefully no problems will arise, I have made a system restore point just in case as the last time I did downloads was unable to get into some Forums.
I am hoping to spend time in the garden once again today, there is always plenty need doing most times of the year but particularly in Spring with seed sowing and tidy up.
Wishing everyone a good day.
Blessings

Hi good afternoon Everyone,
Another sunny day here in Wales although it started off the same yesterday it did get rather cloudy just as it is today.
I spent some time this morning watching the TV
The latest news on the Volcanic Ash Cloud: Large parts of Europe are affected and Prime Minister Gordon Brown stated Safety is of paramount importance as advised by "NATS who is working with Eurocontrol. Mr Brown explained the rescue plan Royal Navy ships are drafted in the efforts to return stranded travellers to the UK as airspace restrictions are extended. It was stated that Spain will be the Hub as planes will bring people also from America and Asia for example where they will be able to use other land and sea transport to help get to their destinations. Thankfully this brings hope and some brighter news.
Having caught up on the news I did some checking up on my mail and doing a bit of posting before settling down to write up a few things on here, I do have to go to the shop a little later, not much else planned for the day but we never know what may crop up.
Wishing you all a safe and wonderful day.
Blessings
Elaine.

Hi Everyone,
Another sunny day here in Wales although the forecast said would be warmer than yesterday there is cold wind but maybe it will drop and later be as predicted. I watched just a little TV news but much was concentrating on the election and although I am interested a lot was repeated, so I switched over to a history programme on one of the God channels and took some notes.
I had been in the garden earlier and watered the seedlings and plants and having a think on what I would want to do today, hopefully a bit of sorting out on my PC get some files in order and maybe take a look at Photobucket where things have changed now in how you upload, instead of going immediately to the folder made, your given option to share which means taking longer as have to hit the button so as to hit another to say save and go to album maybe I can find a different way of doing.
We had a lovely time at Stephs yesterday after we came back from the vets, the dogs were very well behaved with her cats who did come take a peek through the banisters of stairs and the dogs didn't attempt to go chase them which was good.
Steph made Chicken, veg and nut risotto with a difference had mixed in pureed apricot and was perfect, we had pear crumble and custard for dessert. Played for a little while in the garden with the children, Max enjoyed being pushed on the swing by Uncle Paul while Ethan decided to go climbing and worrying me that he would fall.
I was so tired when we returned home just watched a little of TV rather than turn on the PC as I know once I did would stay longer than intended and had an early night.
My bit of news for today hope everyone doing OK and have a great weekend.
Blessings
Elaine.

Hi Everyone,
Another bright sunny day here in Wales with just a light breeze.
I switched on theTV this morning where much of the news was taken up explaining National Air Traffic Service (NATS) has introduced restrictions to UK airspace due to a Volcano erupting in Iceland, which will also effect other parts of Central Europe, it cannot be seen from the ground as it is blowing across Britain around three miles in the sky. The BBC said the distruption is likely to get worse. One couple at Glasgow Airport were told that they will only be able to travel to the US on Monday, five days after they planned to travel. The situation is further confused as the volcano is still erupting. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/8621407.stm
It was said thankfully, that emergency services will still be operational as they fly at a lower level.
Well you may not have plans to fly in or out of Britain or around the area but apparently when the ash eventually falls, by dirty rain you wouldn't want your laundry on the line and prepare to get your windows cleaned and car washed.
It was lovely having the family here for most of the day into the evening yesterday, while first part of the day was a bit overcast it brightened up, so spent much of the time in the garden, not actually BBQ weather although still nice enough for the little ones to play outside while adults sat around chatting. Steph said how nice and green things looking since the fine weather bringing colour out of the shrubs with the Ribes burst out in flower of bright pink and the graceful golden yellow kerria covering the fence.
Well it is coming up to mid-day so I had better get my post out. I had a few breaks with a cuppa and a look around the garden. Nothing really planeed for the rest of the day apart from a appointment at the vet, on our return visit to go along to Stephs for dinner where we will be able to take the dogs along, maybe they will spend time in her garden as they are not accustomed to her cats, unlike when we have taken them on a visit staying with Fran they had learned to give them their space, so hopefully an uneventful yet pleasant time.
Whatever your plans have a wonderful day.
Blessings
Elaine.

Hi Everyone
My tag says goodnight in Welsh as it is almost time for bed for me although I do have a few things to do online before I retire.
We have had a beautifully sunny day here in Wales.
I had a late night and early morning, also quite a busy day, but just wanted to pop in to say thinking of you and hopefully tomorrow will find more time to switch on the PC earler.
As we are from different parts of the globe for some it is still yet day so whatever your plans have a good day and for those heading off to bed a restful sleep with sweet dreams and that you wake refreshed.
Blessings
Elaine.