Inspirations, the Stories Space Coffee House: If you're reading this it just might mean I'm back, sorta. If you're not reading this, well, congratulations.

29 Nov 2020

Good day, folks. Brr. It is cold outside. Not going to do a lot of walking for quite a few weeks to come.

The coffee is always read for the java sippers. I have the tea kettle on.

Hope everyone has a great Sunday.

flower

29 Nov 2020

Sunny here but not exactly warm. There's a system coming through over the next couple days that should plunge us nicely into winter. 10-15cm of snow, maybe even 15.

Tinkering with a story. It has been in my head for a while as a prologue to another story, but I am no longer sure where that other story should go, so I am fleshing out the prologue into its own story. I can always link them if/when the original story comes to fruition.

Got the housework done and just settling in at the computer for a while. Just drinking lime water for now but will make a tea closer to lunch.

Sonja did not have a cat. So why was this one making itself at home in her house?

Calico Cupid - Summer Love contest entry

The metal singer made Brenda an interesting offer, but was her interest in the music ... or him?

Heavy Cello Love

29 Nov 2020

Quote by AnnaMayZing
Hi peeps.

Feeling a little sorry for myself today... I fell down the stairs.
Hit my elbow and my back so am now in some considerable discomfort. Still, no serious damage done so could have been much worse.

I hope you are all keeping well and safe and that Gillian continues to mend.

Keep doing what you do.

I'm so sorry you fell. Hope you are feeling better soon.

I'm slowly getting better but I am frustrated with that slow pace. I know I should be grateful but somedays I am not pleasant to be around. I need to have a better attitude.

Forgive my self-pity party, I had a bad night and am out of sorts. My family deserves better. Sigh... I'm trying. Maybe I should try writing about this whole mess.

Thanks for the cookies, Sarah.

I hope everyone is having a good weekend.

Cheers.

Some of my stuff.
https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/memoirs/learning-to-fly.aspx
https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/memoirs/misery-loves-company.aspx
https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/poetry/we-always-go-on.aspx
https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/poetry/heart-flutters.aspx

29 Nov 2020

Hi people
A large hot chocolate with mini marshmallows pretty please
A beautiful day other than it being cold..brr

Scott bulk order of marshmallows ... Yay! Yep I'm in hot chocolate mode ... Surprised?
Larry I bet Mr Victor is the best dressed pup in the winter
Gill glad you are feeling better
Xander hi ! Sorry for the upcomingWL hiatus hope you can find lots of Jane stuff to watch
Anna.. Ouch it's been a while since I have taken a fall but my most embarrassing tumble happened when I fell down a flight of stairs in a dress of all things...

*peeking in the cookie jars * we are in good shape
*giving the adorable mascots fresh water and treats *
Stay safe everyone! hello2

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My Competition Story : 💜 Milly's Adventure https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/childrens/millys-adventure-2

30 Nov 2020

Quote by DenimAngel
Xander hi ! Sorry for the upcoming WL hiatus hope you can find lots of Jane stuff to watch.

Me too. It helps that some of her stuff can be streamed, of course, but it won't be the same.

Why a month? Especially when WL is the only thing keeping me here at times?

I miss her already... crybaby

My heart has wi-fi and the password is Christopher Pike.

30 Nov 2020

Quote by gillianleeza
Quote by AnnaMayZing
Hi peeps.

Feeling a little sorry for myself today... I fell down the stairs.
Hit my elbow and my back so am now in some considerable discomfort. Still, no serious damage done so could have been much worse.

I hope you are all keeping well and safe and that Gillian continues to mend.

Keep doing what you do.

I'm so sorry you fell. Hope you are feeling better soon.

I'm slowly getting better but I am frustrated with that slow pace. I know I should be grateful but somedays I am not pleasant to be around. I need to have a better attitude.

Forgive my self-pity party, I had a bad night and am out of sorts. My family deserves better. Sigh... I'm trying. Maybe I should try writing about this whole mess.

Thanks for the cookies, Sarah.

I hope everyone is having a good weekend.

Cheers.

Anna, ouch! I feel for you, some stairs did that to me once many years ago. I hope your bruises and aches get better quickly.

Gill, you're far from being self-pitying! Convalescence that is slow is really frustrating, so let it out amongst us if that helps. Maybe frustration is a hint of recovery, since that requires energy. Take care of yourself, be kind to yourself, you deserve it.

30 Nov 2020

Hello, ladies. It's such a shame that so many are having physical woes. I'm hoping you will recover from the Covid-19 Gill. We are not sure what it will hold in the future but I send all the best wishes that it will leave you behind and healthy soon. Anna, back injuries are horrible to live with. My wife was disabled when she fell down the stairway in the hospital where she worked. That was over thirty years ago and it ended her career in Education. Let's trust you recover in a much better fashion.

I have the coffee ready now and the tea kettle is ready. I must go shopping soon.

flower

30 Nov 2020

I'm so not ready to be away from Jane for a month omg.

I...I have a lump in my throat from trying not to cry...and I've not even had my coffee yet. crybaby

My heart has wi-fi and the password is Christopher Pike.

30 Nov 2020

Thank you all for you kind thoughts. Fortunately, the damage to my back is just severe bruising. It will heal in time.
Gillian, you are entitled to a little self pity. Constant pain and disability is frustrating to say the least. In my case, although not serious, every time I move in a certain way, a sharp pain shoots right through me, literally taking my breath away. One cannot help but feel sorry for oneself. I feel for you, Gill, I really do and I hope that you continue on your road to recovery.

In the meantime, I shall sit back... carefully... and enjoy a nice strong coffee and one of Miss Sara's delicious cookies.

"Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it." George Santayana

30 Nov 2020

Hi everyone flower

A large coffee sounds yummy in the tummy
It's a chilly day here but the sun is shining
I have fresh cookies today
*moving the old cookies to the emergency cookie tins behind the counter and filling the cookie jars to the tippy top with fresh cookies*
In Cookie Monster we have butterscotch sugar cookies, blueberry crunch cookies, carrot cake cookies and peanut butter and banana cookies
In Big Bird we have butterscotch sugar cookies, ginger snaps, banana chocolate chip cookies and white chocolate supremes
*giving the adorable mascots fresh water and treats *
Stay safe everyone! grommit

My Competition Story : 💜 Milly's Adventure https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/childrens/millys-adventure-2

30 Nov 2020

Hi SS familia! 😂😃👋

30 Nov 2020

Hard to believe I'm going to be 31 in two weeks tbh. That's not old by any means, obviously, but still.

More than anything, I wish Jane could be here to celebrate with me, but eh.

My heart has wi-fi and the password is Christopher Pike.

1 Dec 2020

Morning, y'all and welcome to December. Sympathy is hereby extended to the quickly aging Xander (31 or thereabouts) for having to endure the unendurable aging process without his Lady Jane. ;)

Okay, enough teasing of the X-Man. The coffee pot is full -- well, except for approximately one mug of java removed for quality assurances only, honest. The tea kettle is ready to be of service and Sarah's cookies are available. Enjoy.

Later, Inspirators glasses8

It happened at a church summer camp so it must be true, right? ;)

OF WAR, AND PEACE, AND MARY BETH: my contest winner, honest

For Whom the Good Tolls an 'RR' and it's short, no kidding[/url]

1 Dec 2020

Quote by etairay

Hi SS familia! 😂😃👋

"Hi" back at ya'!! How's things?

Winter has arrived with a vengeance here. Could be 15-20cm by the time it is over. School buses cancelled in rural areas. The usual drill.

Time for a tea and some ... hmmm ... carrot cake cookies.

Sonja did not have a cat. So why was this one making itself at home in her house?

Calico Cupid - Summer Love contest entry

The metal singer made Brenda an interesting offer, but was her interest in the music ... or him?

Heavy Cello Love

1 Dec 2020

Quote by Rumple_deWriter
Morning, y'all and welcome to December. Sympathy is hereby extended to the quickly aging Xander (31 or thereabouts) for having to endure the unendurable aging process without his Lady Jane. ;)

Thanks Rumple. What hurts the most is not that I'm getting older, but that WL isn't going to be back until January 11th which means I can't be with my "lady Jane," as you like to call her on (or near) my birthday. crybaby

My heart has wi-fi and the password is Christopher Pike.

1 Dec 2020

Hello, fellows. Glad to see the java ready. I don't need hot water at the moment.

Going to the dentist this afternoon. That is a chore I have to endure every 6 months.

We know it is officially winter here because the lawn service will stop mowing the grass in the neighborhood now. They will not resume until next spring. It will be their function to plow the snow if it ever gets deep enough on our drives and sidewalks. We shall see.

flower

1 Dec 2020

I'm exhausted. I only got maybe an hour or two of sleep last night, neither of which included snuggles with Jane.

My heart has wi-fi and the password is Christopher Pike.

1 Dec 2020

hi everyone
A large coffee would be greatly appreciated
A beautiful day here even if it's chilly
Went to the library today which was always a treat!

Hope everyone is staying safe and sound
Good to see everyone here today!

*peeks in the cookie jars * no cookie bandits today
*giving the adorable mascots fresh water and treats *

My Competition Story : 💜 Milly's Adventure https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/childrens/millys-adventure-2

1 Dec 2020

Quote by Survivor

We know it is officially winter here because the lawn service will stop mowing the grass in the neighborhood now.

We know it is officially winter because the snow is up to the tops of our boots and still coming down. clown

Sonja did not have a cat. So why was this one making itself at home in her house?

Calico Cupid - Summer Love contest entry

The metal singer made Brenda an interesting offer, but was her interest in the music ... or him?

Heavy Cello Love

1 Dec 2020

God, I miss my Jane. I keep reaching out for her hand but all I ever get is one of my remotes or something. crybaby

My heart has wi-fi and the password is Christopher Pike.

2 Dec 2020

Hello, hello. I have my cuppa and I am getting on with it. I hope all is well with the crowd. Have fun today, champs.

flower

2 Dec 2020

Morning, y'all. Gypsy has unveiled the next Stories Space Challenge over on the 'Prompts and Challenges' forum. This one should be very interesting. Be sure to check it out for details.

Thanks to Larry there's an almost full pot of coffee and a cookie or two left for we, the late arrivals. Odds are the tea kettle is full of hot water but I didn't check. So if you're into tea or hot chocolate, approach with caution. ;)

Later, Inspirators glasses8

It happened at a church summer camp so it must be true, right? ;)

OF WAR, AND PEACE, AND MARY BETH: my contest winner, honest

For Whom the Good Tolls an 'RR' and it's short, no kidding[/url]

2 Dec 2020

The story challenge sounds interesting, now I'm researching what is in the public domain. Maybe this means my writing muse will return, fingers crossed.

I am feeling much better these days. Feeling well enough to complain and be resentful is definitely a sign of progress for me. I even went out for a very short walk and a brief trip to the grocery store. Not at the same time and I did have to take a nap afterward, but it is progress. I know how lucky I am.

I hope everyone is having a good day.

I'll take a few cookies to go.

Cheers!

Some of my stuff.
https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/memoirs/learning-to-fly.aspx
https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/memoirs/misery-loves-company.aspx
https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/poetry/we-always-go-on.aspx
https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/poetry/heart-flutters.aspx

2 Dec 2020

hi everyone
It's cold here! A large hot chocolate with a truckload of mini marshmallows will make me happy!
This cold weather is no fun.
I do have fresh cookies today
In Cookie Monster we have butterscotch marshmallow bar, peanut butter cookies, oatmeal raisin cookies and maple walnut cookies
In Big Bird we have cappuccino royale cookies, candy cane cookies, ginger snaps and maple walnut cookies
*giving the adorable mascots fresh water and treats *
Stay safe everyone!

My Competition Story : 💜 Milly's Adventure https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/childrens/millys-adventure-2

2 Dec 2020

Quote by Mendalla
Quote by Survivor

We know it is officially winter here because the lawn service will stop mowing the grass in the neighborhood now.

We know it is officially winter because the snow is up to the tops of our boots and still coming down.

Scott, that is a really good one. I'm complaining because it only got to 41F yesterday. Almost froze to death.

2 Dec 2020

Quote by gillianleeza
The story challenge sounds interesting, now I'm researching what is in the public domain. Maybe this means my writing muse will return, fingers crossed.

I am feeling much better these days. Feeling well enough to complain and be resentful is definitely a sign of progress for me. I even went out for a very short walk and a brief trip to the grocery store. Not at the same time and I did have to take a nap afterward, but it is progress. I know how lucky I am.

I hope everyone is having a good day.

I'll take a few cookies to go.

Cheers!

Gill,

I am so glad to being kept up to date on how you are doing. Nasty luck, but so glad to hear you are able to grumble and whine. 'Course I do that every day and I am not sick.

3 Dec 2020

I finally have an ebook version of Anne Robinson's autobiography omg. love10

I've been trying to find one for eleven years. I...

My heart has wi-fi and the password is Christopher Pike.

3 Dec 2020

Good morning. It is rather gloomy outside, sort of foggy, and chilly. I'm getting the coffee perking and the water is ready for tea now.

There always seems to be plenty of cookies when I get here so go ahead and enjoy. Sara is always dependable about bringing along more.

Let's see if we can get some writing done today.

flower

3 Dec 2020

Quote by elizabethblack

Scott, that is a really good one. I'm complaining because it only got to 41F yesterday. Almost froze to death.

One thing about work from home ... I didn't have to go out in it except to bring in the trash bins. Nice here now, but still cold. Looks like this snow may stick around. Last one melted basically the next day.

Sonja did not have a cat. So why was this one making itself at home in her house?

Calico Cupid - Summer Love contest entry

The metal singer made Brenda an interesting offer, but was her interest in the music ... or him?

Heavy Cello Love

3 Dec 2020

hi everyone
A very chilly day here. A large hot chocolate with mini marshmallows will be greatly appreciated.
Hope everyone stays warm where it is cold
A good day to curl up and do some reading and writing!
Good to see everyone here!
*peeks in the cookie jars * no cookie bandits today!

*giving the adorable mascots fresh water and treats *
Stay safe everyone!

My Competition Story : 💜 Milly's Adventure https://www.storiesspace.com/stories/childrens/millys-adventure-2