The U I had planned didn't happen.
Last Years U was Underwear - specifically the garment called a Liberty Bodice, a properly written post!.
So I was Upset that I'd not made an effort for this year. Upset? Really? no of course not! takes a lot more than that to upset me nowadays.
When you have lost the person you have shared everything with for 38 years, small things can't upset anymore.
Other words beginning with the letter U.
Umbrage = To take offence at something said or in the case of blogs and comments - written. I'd like to take umbrage at comments that seem to be boasting of things they do better than others but I can't be bothered!
Umbrella = I have 2 small fold up brollies that live in the car, they are both a pain to open and are looking a bit worse for wear. Umbrellas were never allowed to be opened in the house when I was young - bringing very bad luck.
My grandmother bought me an Umbrella for my 21st birthday. Odd present, Under relentless cross-examination she admitted that she met my grandfather when he walked her home from the bus stop under his umbrella. She thought it might do the trick for me. Didn't work.
ReplyDeleteOh that's sad! I wonder if anyone ever walks another person home under their umbrella now - doubt it - too busy looking at their phones!
DeleteGosh that bought back memories of sharing an umbrella with my boyfriend - now husband. It was a bit scary as the umbrella spokes constantly pulled off my knitted hats. Nowadays we have an umbrella each!
DeleteMy grandma gave me an umbrella for my 7th birthday. Brought all the way from Paris, a souvenir of her travels. I was baffled---no one in my immediate family ever uses or uses an umbrella. Still don't. Baseball cap and rain wear. But now sort of wish I had that Parisian umbrella still--leopard print, faux tortoise shell handle, silk tassel, lol]. [left it at Brownies/ Scout meeting].
DeleteThat's a great list, helpfully inspiring comments... Many of the words begin UN and seem a bit negative - but your blog is Unique, full of Useful ideas and you are Unflagging in posting regularly, Unlike recent bloggers who have given Up. I'm sure friends and family alike would say you're Unselfish, and Utterly reliable. Yes Sue, WE ❤️ U!
ReplyDeleteThank You Ang . 7 x U words, that's pretty good
DeleteHa! I glanced at your opening sentence and thought, a UI (urine infection), that’s a good one for U. Honestly my brain:)
ReplyDeleteTouch wood . That's something I'm not prone to getting.
DeleteThinking of umbrellas, one memory is of Sutton Hoo and it raining, doesn't it always. And Paul holding the umbrella over my head - always ready for anything.
ReplyDeleteI occasionally suffer from umbrage, ;) it's a killer but according to something I read this morning, I should learn to be like a Stoic!
I used to take Umbrage easily but not now. It needs too much effort!
DeleteUnheated is the one that would Upset me the most.
ReplyDeleteI was SO glad of the wood burner!
DeleteUtterly charming, as always.
ReplyDeleteThank you - I think.
DeleteU is for Uranus.
ReplyDeleteTrue and apt
DeleteThink this is my favourite in this years A-Z. Umbrage is such a great word. Some seem to take umbrage at the drop of a hat.
ReplyDeleteIt's a funny word - looks all wrong and hardly used
DeleteU for unnecessary is another good one.
ReplyDeleteLike most of my blog posts!
DeleteLol
DeleteUnfortunately, I got upset this week and although I said nothing to the people involved, I wasted time being irked. After a spate of serious health issues in my extended family, I made a light hearted comment in a group text: "if everyone could stop getting sick, it would be great." I received a flurry of texts about serious illness allowing personal growth if only we were open to it. That was irritating to me. I can't even fully tell you why.
ReplyDeleteWell, I'd never thought about serious illness helping personal growth- not sure I agree - does that mean a death in the family is actually Good For You!
DeleteI also think that personal growth is possible without these things.
DeleteI usually take umbrage when someone qualifies unique! Happy Friday. Catriona
ReplyDeleteThat is a unique comment!
DeleteWow, a whole year since the Liberty Bodice post ... I remember it too well for it to be that long ago! Yes, people are getting so Upset about so many things recently, social media is awash with people moaning over perceived injustices when they are in reality just different opinions.
ReplyDeleteJust searching in old posts for something I thought I'd written in last year but turned out to be 2019! - Time flies
DeleteUsed...that's not a nice feeling, or unappreciated...in fact both are rather unfair! How about universally loved...much more like it. x
ReplyDeleteI hope I've never used or unappreciated anyone but probably have at sometime . Easy to do in a busy world
DeleteWith the cold weather coming, I am glad to hear your heating engineer completed the repair. You've got all your backup heat but it is nice to have all systems on the ready. You are so right, many people are upset and tensions are high. I hope for a better 2024.
ReplyDeleteI was very glad of the wood burner which kept me nice and warm but the rest of the bungalow without radiators was a bit chilly - especially after a shower!
DeleteI like umbrage, the word, that is, and wonder if it's related to umbrella? Now I have to check.
ReplyDeleteI think umbra, as in shadow, is common to both but I might be wrong
DeleteI loved the list of U words.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad the heating was fixed, though the wood burner sounds lovely. They certainly warm things up really well.
ReplyDeleteMy U is Unexpected. Sometimes good, sometimes bad. My oldest sister seems to be having it bad lately. My brother-in-law is dealing with cancer, just found out his company has gone into liquidation and today his mother passed away. They will certainly be glad when this year is done!
Unexpected this year was also Son-in-Law's father passing away. He's only a couple of years older than me - in his fifties.
Good Unexpected this year was daughter and son-in-law announcing her pregnancy.
I'm really glad you have got the heating sorted. As you say, it looks like a colder spell is on the way. xx
ReplyDeleteGlad the heating was fixed. "u" words along with "z" words always trip me up, so thanks for the list.
ReplyDeleteGod bless.