24th Jun 2026WEDNESDAY 24th June
Lots f warnings are being issued for people to prepare for a very hot day with temperatures expected to break records and be near 30 degrees in some places. Likely to be somewhat cooler than that here. Yesterday was absolutely lovely!.
People are being adbised to drink plenty of liquids, of course Avoid direct sunshine by wearing suitable clothing and hats. And sun cream!!
I had a 2 games of bowls nd won both!
I did not watch, but the news report this morning described the England-Ghana match to "disappointing ". Result was a 0-0 draw.
Stay Safe! Stay COOL!
23rd Jun 2026TUESDAY 23rd June
It was a lovely, warm day yesterday, and it is going to be a bit warmer today. Records seem set to be broken.
People are smiling adn looking nicely tanned. Pne or two are finding a tad too warm adn are sitting in the shade. It's important to keep up with drinks to cool you down and to wear a wide-brimmed hat, too.
The Prime Minister has announced that he is to resign his position as Leader of the Labour Party. All eyes are on Andy Burnham who looks as if he will be "crowned" the new PM.
I had a nice tea at Clares and then chaired a meeting at 7. A short meeting.
Home then and so I sat out on the Poop Deck as it was so pleasantly warm.
Show Kindness in yur special way
20th Jun 2026SATURDAY 20th June
A beautifully sunny morning here in Ulverston!
There are lots of stalls in teh Market Place and, already, there are plenty of folk milling about enjoying the special ambience that Ulverston provides.
Dreadful news for Scotland with their World Cup team losing 1-0 to Morocco.
It;s "Daves Day". The day when thousands of motorbikers ride from London to Barrow to celebrate the Hairy Biker Dave Myers. There will be some massive crowds all along the A590 to wo witness the spectacle. I will be in that crowd!
Latest news that there has been a train crash . two trains collided, , and the driver of one of the trains has been killed.
It's Father's Day tomorrow. I hope you enjoy ot as much as I will!
RANDOM ACTS OF KINDNESS AND BEAUTY.
