Morning all: Much ballyhooed snow didn't materialize, we had a sunny day but very cold tonight with temps just below freezing. Spent the first couple of hours today online with Dell Tech Support after a website I clicked on (via Google) delivered a spyware program disguised as an anti-virus program (one of those things that suddenly lights up your desktop with alarming messages about threats to your computer). I ignored it and immediately launched McAffee to scan my computer, which found nothing. However, the spyware program (called Internet Security Essentials) wouldn't go away until Dell's remote support took over and did a super-scan and clean up (LOVE that service! So glad I signed up for it!)
Trish: They said it will take a while for the autopsies on the dolphins. Glad your OH remembered his training and sat still, even if Mia forgot!
Diane: Have never heard of the Nevada Triangle. Will certainly keekp an eye out for the program - we're watching DVD of The Girl Who Kicked the Hornets' Nest right now. The UK is (it's rumored) is warmed by the Gulf Stream, which perhaps accounts for the daffodils, etc., while you're still dealing with weather from what I believe is called the Canadian Shield...
AQ: Our plants are in danger of drowning right now; have moved some of the potted plants under the eaves to protect them from any frost.
Lindybird: Had big laugh at image of you scraping your pizza off the floor - I'm a firm believer in keeping our immune systems challenged!! :-)) I shall be tuned in to the Oscars from the silly "red-carpet arrivals" pre-show all the way to the final curtain call, although I must confess to shouting a lot at the telly during the entire show. I think The King's Speech will do OK; Colin Firth was nominated last year for A Single Man but didn't get it; think he stands a good chance this time round (and if he doesn't get it, you'll hear me yelling at the telly all the way to the UK)!!
Margobird: Your sister sounds like a real gem.
OG: So glad you had a chance to make various plans with son.
dibnlib: "My fried egg has landed upside down on the floor?" Maybe that happens a lot in Russia? :-))
Hi to all I missed. Have a lovely Sunday!
patriciat said: Hi folks Not a great day today. Fly was very naughty in her first class at the competition. Then I got a call from OH, who had fallen in the house and couldn't get up, so I had to leave the show and come home to the rescue. I feel sorry for myself sometimes - know I shouldn't, as many people have much worse problems. Sorry to moan but I feel I can tell you all when I don't feel I can confide in family and friends here. Have enjoyed reading all the news. George It's wonderful that you and Diesel have 'hit it off' so well. Enjoy your walks together. Alan I, too wondered if you had put the lead on the correct companion!
Hi folks Not a great day today. Fly was very naughty in her first class at the competition. Then I got a call from OH, who had fallen in the house and couldn't get up, so I had to leave the show and come home to the rescue. I feel sorry for myself sometimes - know I shouldn't, as many people have much worse problems. Sorry to moan but I feel I can tell you all when I don't feel I can confide in family and friends here. Have enjoyed reading all the news.
George It's wonderful that you and Diesel have 'hit it off' so well. Enjoy your walks together.
Alan I, too wondered if you had put the lead on the correct companion!
Patricat - it does us all good to have moan now and then and get it off our chests. Do hope OH didn't break anything and that he is alright.
George - so glad it has been lovely up there and you have been able to go out with Diesel exploring the different parks. He's obviously happy and so are you by the sounds of it.
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Terry M - glad you had an interesting study day on Sibelius - I really like Tchaikovskys 1st Piano Concerto, along with Griegs's as well and also the music of Vaughn Williams.
OG - it looks like you had an interesting day at the Envioronment exhibition and also the local History Society meeting.
Owl in the Barn Owl Trust's box , along with Mrs. Norfolk and Dunedin osprey, sitting on her eggs. No ospreys at Panama and Hilton Head at present.
Almost the start of another week, lets hope it brings some warmer weather down here. Not long now!!!!
Hi everyone.After a dreich start it turned out to be quite a good day here. Or to put it another way: The cloud looked good in the early rounds but the sun managed to find his way back into the fight, and ended up winning with a 10th round stoppage. Unsurprisingly for this part of the world, cloud's manager, drizzle, has demanded a rematch.Diane: Thanks for the pics of the butterfly, and the Californian Condor. Fantastic images :-) Alan: I say keep up the trolley hopping. Anything that livens up a dull shopping trip should be encouraged. The pic of Aria with the 3 eggs is absolutely stunning :-) OG: Hope your sore chilblains vanish soon. I've signed the petition.Margo: Sorry to hear your nephew's wife required further surgery. Glad to hear they should be able to have more children if they wish. Pass my regards to Billy Whizz.Lynette: Thanks for the brilliant screen captures.Annette: I hope your were able to find comfortable walking shoes.Wendyb: Good to hear you've been having nice weather. Glad that spring has sprung.Brenda: I suspect we'll be able to hang out washings here in about a week or two. Although somtimes its seen by the gods as a form of raindance.toots: A very warm welcome to you :-)patriciat: Sorry to hear about your OH's fall. I hope he's okay. Don't feel guilty about having a moan. It's healthy to let of some steam now and again.Trish 2: Great to hear OH did really well in Mia's class, last night.george: Great to hear that you and Diesel have been enjoying the dry weather.dibnlib: Brilliant story about someone eating their breakfast while driving on the M25. LOLTiger: The Great Horned Owl is a stunning bird. Thanks for the pic. Pleased to hear the first Osprey of 2011 has arrived in Blackwater, Maryland. Thanks for the video.Gary: Thanks for another lovely pic of Toffee.Heather: I hope you enjoyed the film.Terry: Pleased to hear you enjoyed a study day on your favourite composer.Happy Saturday everyone!Paul.
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Hi, all! There's a barn owl in the nest box right now. Thought I'd post in case anyone wants to have a look. Can't see the legs well to check for a ring. http://www.thewebbroadcastingcorporation.com/barnowlcam_nestcam.html
Trish 2, she is a deep gold, I think
Tiger, thanks for the video link. Very exciting. Love the owl.
Lynette, thanks for the captures as always.
Heather, hope you enjoy the film. I haven't heard anyone that hasn't:)
I've also signed the bear petition:)
Alan, I'm impressed you've mown the lawn already:)
OG, thanks for the thoughts about the OH. She had 4 days of the computer systems she's responsible for crashing and generally misbehaving. Affecting over 120,000 people!! They seemed to fix one thing only for another to crop up. Still, been quiet for a day now. (famous last words)
George, so glad you and Diesel are a pair now:)
Annette – pleased you managed to communicate earlier today. Sorry no shoes. Enjoy garden centres tomorrow.
WendyB – of course – there is still the “Lambing Storm” to come in a couple of weeks! Son has the cold on his chest again, but today he enjoyed a walk to the Doctor’s in the sunshine, to make an appointment. Pleased the stress is off your OH, at least for the foreseeable future. Hope he is able to enjoy time out for your walk tomorrow.
Tiger – that is early for Maryland! Hope they don’t get snow!
Patricia – sorry about Fly’s behaviour today – but more sorry about your OH’s fall and the pressure it places on you. I hope he – and you – did not sustain any lasting damage. Most of us have a good moan on here from time to time, much better than bottling it up alone, and good that we feel safe with one another. Did you get any help from the Occupational Therapist in the week?
Lynette – that owl never looks very happy, I hope it is okay. Those Norfolk Eagles are such smart-looking birds, never a feather out of place!
Heron – pleased you had some sunshine, even if it “won the battle but lost the war”.
Diane – I hope your work in the house is now going well for you.
Gary – she is just lovely! Funny how they can sleep with their heads hanging out like that and not get a “crick” in the neck as we would. I hope your OH’s systems stay stable now.
Must to bed – intending to actually get to church in the morning – new Minister is being “preached in” by his own Father – a “Rev. Dr.” It’s also the All-Age service, so sounds a bit of a jumble to me, but will find out. Afterwards, going to a Green Market in a local village – recycling, local produce and crafts.
Ospreys Rule OK, but Goldfinches come a close second!
G'night, OG. I hope you have a good time at the Green Market.
Patriciat: I'm so very sorry about your husband's fall. I just hate to see you under so much stress. There's nothing I can do so far away across the pond, but my heart is with you. Let us know what the occupational therapist said, and don't be afraid to post on here. Take very good care of yourself.
Gary: Oh, my stars, that dog gets even cuter every time I see her. What a sweetheart.
Good to see you, Tiger. Welcome back. Hope Chloe is doing well.
Hi, Annette. Be back later this weekend to catch up with everyone!
Hi Diane, I am fine thanks. Been having a much needed Winter break in readiness for the new season. How's yourself? :)
ChloeB & Tiger's Osprey Data