DWD virtual coffee morning

[Stella180]

Anyone up for a catch up on Google Meet at some point next week? I could really do with a natter.

[Paula]

Absolutely

[Suzi]

Yes! Let's do it one day next week.... Anyone got any days they can't do?

[Strugglingmum]

I'd love to join in if I can.

[Suzi]

That'd be fab!

[Stella180]

The more the merrier. I’m free all week so up to you lot?

[Paula]

Tuesday and Thursday are best for me

[Suzi]

Tuesday? About 1030?

[Stella180]

That works for me.

[Strugglingmum]

So long as I dont have to take C to work suitsme too. X

[Suzi]

We can make it later or just arrive later if you wanted to?

Do you want me to set it up?

[Stella180]

Yeah do it. Any one else interested? Jaq? Maggie? Mike? Anyone I’ve not names?

[Jaquaia]

Might pop in as a break from uni work

[Suzi]

Anyone who wants to join in will need the code I'm pming! If I haven't sent it to you and you want to join, please pm me! This is open to everyone!

[Knowle]

I cannot do Tuesday or I would have joined. I will try and make a future virtual meet up as it would be lovely to talk to some of you in person.

I have a week of annual leave booked in for the first week of May - would love to have a virtual chat then.

[Stella180]

Shame you can’t join us this time but I’m sure there will be other opportunities.

[Suzi]

We can run these when people fancy it.

[Stella180]

So who’s in for tomorrow? Looking forward to hanging out with you all.

[Paula]

Me!!!

[Stella180]

Cool! See you at 10.30

[Suzi]

I have Fern at home poorly, but still good to go at 1030!

[Stella180]

Oh no, poorly ferny is not a good thing. Hope she feels better soon.

[Suzi]

Thank you. They'll be OK just tummy issues...

[Jaquaia]

I need to do my pilot interview but if you're still going when I'm done I'll pop in

[Stella180]

You better do missus! ;)

[Jaquaia]

Rural internet! Can't even do an internet speed test as the page won't load!!!

[Suzi]

Thank you to Paula, Stella and SM for a lovely chat this morning.
Sorry you couldn't make it Jaq - maybe we could try again another time?

[Jaquaia]

That would be good. Struggling to do uni work some days because of the connection and my phone was low on battery as I'd used it to take a backup recording.

[Suzi]

Never a problem, we can pick another day....

[Stella180]

Anyone fancy a chat tomorrow???

[Paula]

I could :)

[Suzi]

I need to work out timings ;) What kind of time are you thinking?

[Stella180]

don't mind. Morning afternoon or evening

[Suzi]

I can be around from around 10? If anyone wants to join?

Excitingly I've just worked out that the same link from last time will work this time too! So, if anyone wants to join, we can just use the same link as last time and I can give it out to anyone else who hasn't joined us before ;)

[Stella180]

hahaha, well done lol

[Stella180]

Can you re send the link please cos I’ve deleted it.

[Suzi]

Yes I can ;)

[Stella180]

Thank you.

[Paula]

See you at 10 :)

[Stella180]

10am it is then.

[Knowle]

Sorry I did not see this thread as I could have made it as I was working from home on Tuesday.

I have a week off work in the first week of May which would be good for me if anyone is interested in one then?

[Suzi]

That sounds easily workable! :)

[Knowle]

I will look forward to that - it will be lovely to put some names to faces.

[Stella180]

I’m definitely up for that. We need to get a weekend one in at some point too.

[Stella180]

Anyone free at some point next week? I think it's about time we gathered to put the world to rights.

[Suzi]

That sounds cool, anyone want to join?

[magie06]

I would like to join if that's okay.

[Suzi]

That would be AWESOME!

[Stella180]

I would like to join if that's okay.

YAY!!

[Paula]

Absolutely yes!

[Stella180]

So what day are we doing this?

[Suzi]

Anyone around tomorrow? Around 10?

[Strugglingmum]

Sorry I'm on chauffeur duty!!

[Stella180]

I'm pretty much free all week I think so I'll fit on around you guys.

[Suzi]

Sorry I'm on chauffeur duty!!
Is there a better time/day?

[Suzi]

Does anyone want to do this today?

[Stella180]

I can do today

[Suzi]

If it's just you and I do you want to do another day - so raincheck and I'll give you a call instead?

[Stella180]

Nah it's cool. Like I said I'm pretty much free any time when others are ready

[Suzi]

OK let's raincheck today and see when anyone else is free!

[Stella180]

Is Paula still going to be joining us or not? Magie?

[Suzi]

I don't know... Let's see if anyone replies to this ;)

[Strugglingmum]

I can do Wednesday or Friday morning this week.

[Stella180]

I can do both of those too

[magie06]

I can do Wednesday, but not Friday.

[Stella180]

Wednesday is sounding like a strong possibility. Anyone else free tomorrow?

[Stella180]

Have spoken to Paula, she can only do afternoon on Wednesday.

[magie06]

Afternoon is fine for me.

[Strugglingmum]

I can do afternoon (up till 4)

[Suzi]

I can't do this week, so you'll have to go for it without me ;) Sarah if you have the code still then that can still be used without me. I have a date with Hazel for a blood test and virtual uni tours ;)

[Stella180]

Ok boss lady. Has everyone else got the code?

And who is this Sarah? Am I in trouble?

[Stella180]

What time this afternoon? 1.30? 2pm?

[Strugglingmum]

I now have to take C to college this afternoon. Sorry guys, I'll catch you all another time.

[Stella180]

Maybe give it a miss for today?

[Stella180]

actually we will go for 2pm, see who shows. All are welcome, if you don't have the link to join inbox me

[Suzi]

Hope you all have fun this afternoon!

[Stella180]

Soory guys and girls but having tech issues at this end grrrrrrrrr

[magie06]

I'm sorry. I just sat down. Is it too late to join?

[Stella180]

give me a minute...

[Stella180]

I'm sorry. I just sat down. Is it too late to join?

ready for you

[Suzi]

Did you all put the world to rights?

[Stella180]

not exactly

[Suzi]

Oh :(

[Stella180]

We need the boss lady to organise us all lol

[Suzi]

ROFL!

So, anyone want to try again another time? When are you available?

[magie06]

Mornings suit me the best, but I can really do any time.

[Stella180]

same here

[Suzi]

OK, Monday morning? Then we can put the world to rights ;)

[Stella180]

I just love your crazy stories about your family life. You can make any situation sound interesting.

[Suzi]

Me? (rofl) (rofl) (rofl)

[Stella180]

You always do a brilliant job of cheering me up.

[Suzi]

(rofl) I make you cry!

[Stella180]

Yeah you do that as well but never maliciously.

[Suzi]

Never maliciously, that's true.

[Stella180]

So Monday...10am? Bring your own beverage.

[Suzi]

That's my plan! :) I'll be there!

[Stella180]

I'm in.

[Suzi]

YAY!!!

[magie06]

I've just added it to my calendar.

[Strugglingmum]

I may be able to berhere depending on whether I have to take C to work

[Suzi]

Yay! Sounds like it could be lots of fun!

[Suzi]

Hey guys, sorry I've totally messed up! Can we move this to Tuesday at 10 as Hazel has a hospital appointment on Monday at 1040... Or we can do the coffee morning from 930 on Monday?

[Strugglingmum]

Tuesday is fine with me....... so long as noone needs a lift!!

[magie06]

Tuesday is fine for me.

[Stella180]

Tuesdays good

[Suzi]

Hooray! :)

[Suzi]

Just a reminder about this tomorrow! 10am still ok with everyone?

[Stella180]

Have you spoken to Paula?

[magie06]

It's a yes from me.

[Suzi]

Have you spoken to Paula?
I have ;) She's planning on joining us!

[Strugglingmum]

I will be a bit late..... I have to drop Callum to work but I hope to join you.

[Suzi]

This should be a good one! Flo's going to try too, Mike? Allalone? Knowle?

[Suzi]

Just so you know that Paula isn't going to make it today as she was out late with Si! (rofl) (rofl) (rofl)

[Stella180]

Dirty stop out! Lol

[Suzi]

I know!

[magie06]

How do I log on?

[Flo]

I've tried too and google want me to create an account.....got nowhere.....I'm not going to give google the ridiculous info they want! Sorryyyyy!

[magie06]

Sorry.

[Stella180]

I've tried too and google want me to create an account.....got nowhere.....I'm not going to give google the ridiculous info they want! Sorryyyyy!

you just need a Google e-mail account. If nothing else if you buy stuff on line you and don't want to be bombarded by follow up emails use the gmail, lol Sorry I forgot to mention that.

[Flo]

Never mind....better luck next time. Did you swap pieces of cake? OMG Ian's making a bacon sarnie!....got to do my emaciated dribbling dog piece if I'm to get a bite!

[Suzi]

Thanks for today everyone who came! It was great to have a chat and put the world to rights!

Magie and Flo, we can try again next week if you fancy?

[magie06]

That would be great.

[Stella180]

Of course all the dogs had to make cameo appearances lol They don't like to miss out on what's going on.

[Suzi]

Such divas all of them!

[Stella180]

Ermmmm, Thursday? Friday?

[Knowle]

I would be up for that but I have a telephone appointment at 11 on Thursday. It would be really lovely to put some names to faces.

[Paula]

Can do Thursday

[Jaquaia]

I can probably manage next week and beyond. Working on my research project this week.

[Knowle]

It would be really nice to do one this week as I am on leave this week so am free in the day for a change if enough people are free.

[Stella180]

Any more for Thursday?

[Suzi]

I can aim to be here, but things might change. What time?

[Stella180]

I’m free all day so whatever suits the rest of you.

[Paula]

Any time is ok for me, would 11 work?

Edit. Sorry Knowles, I just saw you’ve got something at 11. How about 2pm?

[Stella180]

2pm is good for me

[Suzi]

I may or may not be able to make it at 2. If you guys go ahead then I'll join if I can ;)

[Knowle]

I am not sure if I can make tomorrow now. My social anxiety is causing me huge issues and I think I may just need a few quiet days before returning back to work next week.

[Stella180]

That’s entirely your choice Knowle but it would be good to see you get involved. Anyone else?

[Allalone]

Maybe.

[Stella180]

only maybe?

[Knowle]

I will see how I feel in the morning but as things stand I do not think I can cope with meeting new people even on a virtual meet up.

Really sorry about this.

[Stella180]

We’re not in the slightest bit scary I promise. We’re just like you.

[Knowle]

I know you will be lovely and welcoming to me. I am exhausted from my anxiety and do not think I can face any more in the coming days.

[Allalone]

Not sure whether I’m up to it.

[Paula]

Not sure whether I’m up to it.

That’s ok, love, another time, when you can

[Stella180]

It might just do you both good. The offer is open to all. You can just sit and lurk and drink coffee if you don’t feel like chatting. Not trying to pressure either of you but I know from my own experiences that even when I’ve not felt up to interacting with people just being around others has been good for me.

[Allalone]

Won’t make it this afternoon, sorry.

[Stella180]

Shall we wait til next week?

[Paula]

I think so, I’m not feeling too great

[Suzi]

Sorry guys, this afternoon turned out to not be my easy afternoon I was hoping for.

I'd like to try again....

[Stella180]

One day next week?

[Suzi]

Hopefully...

[Stella180]

I know you have a lot going on right now so you have permission to be absent. Of course it would be great to see you there obviously but I get it.

[Stella180]

What do we going for this week?

[Suzi]

Does anyone fancy it? Maybe a weekly meeting is too much? Maybe people would prefer once a month?

[Stella180]

Who said weekly? I thought it was spreed that cos last week didn’t happen we’d try again this week. If not that’s fine.

[Suzi]

Oh sorry, my mistake. I'd forgotten last week didn't happen!

I'm a yes depending on time and stuff...

[Stella180]

Anyone free Thursday morning for a natter?

[Suzi]

What kind of time?

[Stella180]

I’m easy. Any time of day works for me. Shall we say 10am?

[Suzi]

I'm picking up my shopping at 10 ;) 1030/11 maybe?

[Stella180]

Split the difference and call it 10.45am? That’s if others are interested in joining…

[Suzi]

Anyone else fancy it?

[Strugglingmum]

Sorry I'm at the centre tomorrow morning. Xx
Enjoy. Xc

[Paula]

I can’t do this morning, sorry

[Suzi]

Sorry, just got in!

Can we reschedule?

[Knowle]

What about next Tuesday? I have a day off work so can make it.

[Suzi]

Anyone else fancy it?

[Paula]

It’d have to be no later than 10 for me

[Stella180]

Yep I can do next Tuesday :)

[Suzi]

So shall we say 10 next Tuesday?

[Paula]

Perfect :)

[Knowle]

Yes I am still up for it - it will be lovely put some names to faces and meet you virtually.

[Stella180]

You’ll see what good bunch we are but you’ve probably already figured that out over the time you’ve been on the forum. I look forward to seeing you there on Tuesday Knowle.

[Suzi]

Should be a giggle ;)

[Stella180]

It usually is lol

[Knowle]

How do I join this meet up? Is there a link someone can send me?

[Suzi]

I'll send it to you now.

[Suzi]

So, tomorrow at 10am? Who's coming?

[Stella180]

Me! I’m in!

[Knowle]

I am in - Suzi has sent me the link so I will be there at 10. See you tomorrow.

[Stella180]

Yay! Looking forward to it.

[Suzi]

Anyone else up for this?

[Stella180]

We must be due one of these again. What do you say?

[Paula]

Friday’s the only day I can manage this week

[Suzi]

Depends on times for me this week...

[Stella180]

I’m always available cos I have no life lol

[Knowle]

I cannot do Friday I am afraid which is a shame as it would have been nice to have caught up with you all again.

[Suzi]

That's a shame...

[Stella180]

Gutted

[Stella180]

Is this happening tomorrow or not?

[Paula]

Can’t do today now, had to move something else to this morning

[Stella180]

Cool, I’m free to go visit a mate then lol

[Suzi]

I was just going to post saying I couldn't do today now too... Hope all is well Paula. Enjoy going to your mates Stella! :)

[Stella180]

Can we try something for this week instead?

[Suzi]

It's very dependent on the day for me this week. I'm def out tomorrow and probably Wednesday...

[Stella180]

I think we we need an emergency meeting this evening.

[Jaquaia]

Wonder why that is!

[Stella180]

Because I might be a little bit excited.

[Suzi]

Lol, I'm not going to be able to make tonight! Sorry!

[Stella180]

I was just kidding, but would be nice to catch up with everyone soon.

[Suzi]

Lol ;)

[Stella180]

Not had one for a while. Anyone up for it? Let’s say Tuesday morning?

[Suzi]

I can't make Tuesday, but do go ahead without me ;)

[Paula]

Me neither

[Stella180]

If Tuesday is no good can pick another day.

[Suzi]

Anyone fancy meeting up next week?
I was thinking Monday about 10/1030?

[Stella180]

YES!!!! I’m in.

[Paula]

Yeah, I can do that

[Jaquaia]

Go on then, you've twisted my arm!

[Stella180]

Kinda excited to hang out with you all.

[Suzi]

Awesome! :)

[Suzi]

Yo peeps!
Anyone fancy this tomorrow? 10 o'clock OK?

[Paula]

Absolutely! What’s the link?

[Suzi]

I'll pm it to you! :)

[Jaquaia]

Will see how I'm feeling! I didn't move much before 11 this morning!

[Stella180]

Oh Jaq, come on, I’ll be there. I’m really looking forward to this. The more the merrier.

[Jaquaia]

At least I can't infect anyone!

[Suzi]

It should be a laugh!

Although Moiya is poorly and we might have to take her to the vet, depending on what time we can get her there for I might have to duck out a little early, but it doesn't stop everyone else staying ;)

[Stella180]

Oh no poor moiya. What’s wrong with the old girl?

[Paula]

Oh no! Poor baby :(

[Suzi]

She's got a manky eye... But it's the eye she's blind in. The other eye doesn't seem to be working as well either.. I'm really worried about her, but we won't take her to see just any vet, it's only 1 of 2 that we'll see with her.

[Stella180]

One hour to go!!!! Woohoo!

Usual access code?

[Jaquaia]

Need the access code! Will be along when I've managed to drag myself to the kitchen for breakfast

[Suzi]

Anyone else want the code?

[Allalone]

Sorry. Had to go and collect Im from school. Hope you all enjoyed it.

[Suzi]

Was so good to see you made it!
Thank you everyone, was lovely to see so many there today! :)

[Stella180]

This morning was better than I expected. Great to see everyone there and have a few giggles. Not so much fun getting nagged at but at least you all care. Really enjoyed hanging out with you all. Already looking forward to the next time.

[Allalone]

Thanks everyone. When I got up this morning there was no way I wanted to join in with you all. I had that I can’t be bothered with anyone, they won’t be fussed if don’t join them anyway going round and round in my head. Then it was after 10am and another thought of it’s too late never mind, I’ll be polite and message Suzi, say sorry and hope you’re all enjoying yourselves. But I got a message back and took a deep breath and joined you all. I have talked more this morning than I have in the last month with the exception of the psychologist. Getting up and about definitely helped, showing you all what’s going on here etc. Im giving you all a wave made me smile as it’s not been a great week for her.
Thank you, thank you, thank you…..

[Jaquaia]

It was lovely to put a face to the name AA!

Hopefully next time I won't be dying!!!

[Stella180]

Doing it when you really don’t want to makes it even better. There are times I’ve not really been up to it but being around you lot always manages to pick me up. I’m incredibly impressed with SM’s speed and skill working the wool. Very talented lass.

[Jaquaia]

I was mesmerised by SM!!!

[Paula]

Awesome post AA!

[Strugglingmum]

It was a lovely morning, like AA I wasn't sure about joining in but I'm glad I did.

[Allalone]

SM-I’ve never seen someone crochet that fast! It looked like your hands were on fast forward!!(giggle)

[Suzi]

I love that there's no pressure to talk, that you can just sit and still be part of it, and actually it's really fab to get some social interaction! Thanks all! :)

[Stella180]

That’s exactly it. Just being a part of the meeting makes a difference even if you don’t feel up to talking you still feel included. That’s why I love it.

[Strugglingmum]

SM-I’ve never seen someone crochet that fast! It looked like your hands were on fast forward!!(giggle)

(rofl)
Pity it didnt burn more calories!!

[Suzi]

(rofl)
Pity it didnt burn more calories!!
Pfft, you don't need it to burn calories - me on the other hand lol


I know we tried these once a week and it didn't really work as well, but do you guys want to try to do this once a month or every other month or something?

[Stella180]

I’m happy to do it whenever the opportunity is there.

[Suzi]

Fabulous, thank you!

[Paula]

Absolutely!

[Allalone]

It’s a yes from me!

[Jaquaia]

You mean be social on a regular basis??? :o



Go on then!

[Stella180]

Wow! I like that kinda commitment.

[Suzi]

Awesome. Shall we aim for once a month then? Maybe make it the 3rd Monday in the month? It can always be changed if needed? But that might work?
18th Oct
22nd Nov
20th Dec
17th Jan
21st Feb

[Paula]

It’s in my diary!

[Stella180]

21st Feb? I’ll probably need you guys that day.

[Jaquaia]

Ooh! Next months is the day after my birthday!

[Stella180]

And February is the day before Suzi’s

[Suzi]

Each month is subject to change if needed, but they fell in my diary that way lol