I don't know if it is a sign of old age but, blimey O'Riley, Sundays seem to come round faster than ever. My lunch repertoire is getting seriously taxed but this week I didn't have to think too much as mum was providing the meat element of the meal. She had got a rolled, boned and stuffed chicken joint from Lidl, on closer inspection it was not one but two joints but as they had been frozen and defrosted I needed to cook them both. They were stuffed with cheese and onion apparently which was a bit challenging when I wanted to check it they were cooked through as the filling oozed out and I couldn't be entirely sure whether it was done or not - I erred on the side of caution otherwise mum might just have got more than she bargained for - Sunday lunch and Salmonella is not a good combination!!
Anyway I digress - it was a warm, dry and bright start to the day. Lunch was in hand and would only take an hour to cook so before mum arrived John and I set about making the base of the rocking chair waterproof. We have clearly been watching too many episodes of Money for Nothing as we armed ourselves with a staple gun and some material. The main cushions get put away but the base was covered with fabric and so I got some wipe clean stuff from Lemba as a temporary fix. Fortunately the base was only secured by two screws so it was easy to remove and easy to put back. At least now if there is heavy condensation or rain it will be better protected.
Mum arrived safe and sound. She had thought she would be having a bit of a boring Saturday but in the end went out to lunch with her friend Lilian and they checked out the new Phil's Grill down in Coral Bay which is next to the big Philippos Supermarket. She said it was busy and the food was good, cheap and plentiful so I suggested maybe we could go one Sunday - we could meet her there as it is straight down the road for us.
The weather had turned cloudy and slightly chilly so we sat down in the conservatory before having our lunch. Mum had to share the sofa with Charlie. Charlie has started to put on his massive winter coat so it looking even chunkier than usual and he LOVES his blinkie which was a bargain auction item from the shop where Mum works.
Lunch turned out pretty good - I got the chicken cooked and not over-cooked and served it with some carrots and beans and dauphinoise potatoes which were all oozy and cheesy and lush!
For pud I had made a traditional bread and butter pudding with a bit of a twist in that the fruit was poached in Christmas Spices and a bit of brandy. It was fab too, in fact it must have been super fab as Mum said she would be more than happy to have that served up any time.

After Lunch she and I retired to the day bed. The old quilted blanket provided some additional warmth for Mum who tends to feel the cold and then the addition of Mr Boo provided even more heat. He loves to snuggle and I am pleased to report that finally the big old scratch across his nose is clearing up and new fur is covering the scar.
It was a nice place to sit and relax and let our food go down. Mum returned home armed with some food for tomorrow and arrived back safe and sound which is always good to hear. For some reason I was really, really tired today and we have a busy week with several early starts so I went to bed early armed with my tablet whilst John was watching the footie. His beloved Blades sit in sixth in the Premier League after todays' games.
Anyway I digress - it was a warm, dry and bright start to the day. Lunch was in hand and would only take an hour to cook so before mum arrived John and I set about making the base of the rocking chair waterproof. We have clearly been watching too many episodes of Money for Nothing as we armed ourselves with a staple gun and some material. The main cushions get put away but the base was covered with fabric and so I got some wipe clean stuff from Lemba as a temporary fix. Fortunately the base was only secured by two screws so it was easy to remove and easy to put back. At least now if there is heavy condensation or rain it will be better protected.
Mum arrived safe and sound. She had thought she would be having a bit of a boring Saturday but in the end went out to lunch with her friend Lilian and they checked out the new Phil's Grill down in Coral Bay which is next to the big Philippos Supermarket. She said it was busy and the food was good, cheap and plentiful so I suggested maybe we could go one Sunday - we could meet her there as it is straight down the road for us.
The weather had turned cloudy and slightly chilly so we sat down in the conservatory before having our lunch. Mum had to share the sofa with Charlie. Charlie has started to put on his massive winter coat so it looking even chunkier than usual and he LOVES his blinkie which was a bargain auction item from the shop where Mum works.
Lunch turned out pretty good - I got the chicken cooked and not over-cooked and served it with some carrots and beans and dauphinoise potatoes which were all oozy and cheesy and lush!
For pud I had made a traditional bread and butter pudding with a bit of a twist in that the fruit was poached in Christmas Spices and a bit of brandy. It was fab too, in fact it must have been super fab as Mum said she would be more than happy to have that served up any time.


It was a nice place to sit and relax and let our food go down. Mum returned home armed with some food for tomorrow and arrived back safe and sound which is always good to hear. For some reason I was really, really tired today and we have a busy week with several early starts so I went to bed early armed with my tablet whilst John was watching the footie. His beloved Blades sit in sixth in the Premier League after todays' games.
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