Re the current lack of spoons

stickywicket

It has been brought to our attention that there is currently a lack of spoons on these forums.

As we all know, nothing is of more importance to an arthritic person than spoons (OK, meds are quite important too). Therefore, I propose that we establish a Forum Spoon Drawer to which each member of the forum has a key. Before retiring to bed each night, every forum member will deposit any spare spoons they have left over from that day into the drawer. In this way, we will build up a library of spoons and anyone who needs an extra spoon of two for emergencies will always be able to access them.

If anyone abuses the drawer – eg by regularly nicking a few extra spoons in advance for a weekend’s blowout – their drawer key must be returned forthwith and they will be refused access to any further keys until such time as forum members deem them trustworthy once again.

Please note – this drawer is for spoons only. Do not chuck in those old forks or knives that regularly surface at the bottom of the washing up bowl when you empty it. They are, as well you know, of no use whatsoever.

janie68

Can I just clarify, does the size of spoon matter?

I mean does a tablespoon give more than a teaspoon? Or doesn't it matter?

I hope not, as I always lose teaspoons and need to keep those.

Janie x

dreamdaisy

What a good idea sticky, as soon as I have a spare one I shall luz it in said drawer. DD

bubbles

There are some in the medicine trolley, I will swap them over into the drawer. I have half a teaspoon from today, not a lot, but every little helps. xx Bubbls

Folara

I am so glad I read up about spoons today.

As I have had a very good day today (even rode my horsey) then I would like to donate a couple of spoons to the drawer.

Fols x

tillytop

Brilliant idea Sticky!

May I also suggest that we hold a "spoon amnesty" on a regular basis to make sure the drawer is always as full as possible? This approach worked well when all the teaspoons used to disappear regularly from the works canteen!

All I can offer at the mo is a couple of rusty dessert spoons which have been used in the garden :roll: but I have wrapped them in kitchen roll to prevent them from contaminating the all too limited supply of nice shiny spoons in the AC drawer. I will happily contribute some new ones as soon as I have some available.

Tillyxxx

mig

Shall keep one spoon for emergency,the drawer gets the rest,does size matter ?are plastic allowed or are they not as powerful ?Mig

mig

So i posted with out having read the spoon theory properly having now read it i am amazed that someone can hit the nail on the head so clearly,in view of this i am taking one of my spoons back as i think i might need it later on this evening.I have left lots in the drawer help yourself if you need them.Mig

kellerman

Excellent idea Sticky.
I've put four spoons in drawer....I'm hanging onto a couple.
May

Starburst

**Sends spoons!**

I shall shamefully admit I took a lot of spoons last weekend to go clubbing till 2 am. I'm still catching up on my sleep.

I promise to be kinder to the spoon drawer this weekend, although I wouldn't mind a teaspoon or two to keep me sparky for sunday lunch. I'm treating my lovely mum to fish and chips at a lovely local restaurant.

hileena111

Great Idea sticky
I need to pinch a couple for the weekend....please!!!!!
I've got a full day arthritis conference on Saturday and the way I feel at the moment not sure how I'll stand up to it.
I'll return any unused ones after the weekend
Love
Hileena

stickywicket

What a great response! I knew you lot would come up with the….er….spoons.

Janie – Please! I thought it was only the males of the species who were concerned about size. For AC purposes a spoon is a spoon is a spoon. Size is irrelevant.

DD – I have no doubt that you will, as ever, contribute as soon as circumstances permit. Meanwhile, have a couple on me. You’ve earned them.

Bubbles, Bubbles, Bubbles – What a kind lady you are! However, your generosity exceeds your common sense. You are prepared to sacrifice your last ½ spoon before 5pm? I cannot allow it. Spoons may only be donated at bedtime. Besides, we can’t deal in ½ spoons. If our families and friends cannot grasp the concept of an entire spoon, they should be made to re-read the Spoon Theory until they can.

Fols – Like Bubbles you are too kind. Hang onto the spoons until bedtime. That horseride may yet come back to bite you on the proverbial.

Tilly – I love the amnesty idea. And a rusty spoon is every bit as good as a sparkly one. It has probably caused a few aches and pains while on gardening duties so it is only right that it should be allowed to redeem itself. Thank you.

Mig – Thank you for your generous donation. I think we should all confer on the value of plastic spoons. Are they as valuable? Should we accept them? It would be dreadful if someone was pushed over the edge because their spoon broke. What do you think?

May – 4 spoons is a most generous donation but so typical of you. I trust you’ve had a reasonable day. Thank you.

Starburst – I’m deeply shocked. :shock: (Hope you enjoyed your evening though). Spoons, cannot be pre-ordered otherwise there wouldn’t be any. Their purpose is to mop up after-effects not to facilitate them.

Hileena – I’m not sure we should make any exceptions, even for an arthritis conference. What do you mean ‘stand up to it’? You will sit down to it, young lady and, if anyone asks why, you will simply say ‘Insufficient spoons’. (Psst – as it’s in a good cause I’ll slip you a couple of mine. I’m planning an easy day.)

mig

On reflection plastic not a good idea ,some-one could have a nasty accident if they broke.Mig

hileena111

I like it
Only there will be a lot of standing;.......any arthitis thing be it a course or a conference or whatever we get up and move to stop getting stiff
Thanks for your kind offer

Love
Hileena

tjt6768

Well, I'm ashamed to say that I'm spray deeply in debt with the spoon situation :oops:
I shall put some back when I can...

ruby2

I need a couple of spoons , although the forthcoming grandchild news is lovely , short notice so not much time to prepare, so spoons of any size shape and material welcome at the moment, I promise to repay when possible.

Starburst how many spoons do you need to go clubbing?..I think I would need hundreds!

traluvie

Does half a spoon count?

Feel like i may have just a little bit left on my spoon, am off to bed now, seems such a shame to waste it..
Shall put in a teaspoon with a coating of nutella for that added extra touch..

dreamdaisy

I'm having a chat with Juliepf and she has made a very good point: please will all those who belong to the Order of Spoons ensure that any replaced spoon is as clean as possible to lessen the risks of spreading infection. I have a sore throat and she has a spot on her chin (which is visible to the naked eye) so we feel this is a valid point. DD

julie47

what a great idea sticky.

Can I be excused from donating until monday please as i need to keep my spoons till then. :oops:

Thank you

love juliepf xx

barbara12

Hi SW what a brilliant idea...I have a couple to spare so will put them in the drawer....hope they are a big help to who ever gets them xx

jillyb1

Wonderful idea , Sticky , can't contribute to the drawer today as suffering after a night out ; but will add some when I have spares . Jillyb

stickywicket

IMPORTANT SPOON UPDATE

Thank you all for your interesting and useful contributions, as a result of which decisions have been taken viz:

1. Drawer keys are unnecessary. The drawer handle (easy to grasp and to open, of course) will register your hand print instantly (It is a superior model to those at US immigration which struggle to recognise an arthritic handprint) and also keep a tally of your personal 'spoons in/spoons out' ratio.

2. The spoon drawer has a mechanism which instantly disinfects all spoons placed inside it (including gardening spoons, you'll be relieved to know, Tilly). Therefore, the management cannot accept any responsibility for sore throats, spots, yellow fever, STDs or any other infections.

3. Plastic spoons and half spoons are unreliable and therefore dangerous. It is with regret, but also gratitude for the offers, that we must regard them as inadmissible – with or without nutella, Traluvie.

4. Flares are an unfortunate and unpredictable part of arthritic life, and those in a flare will naturally need more spoons than usual. Therefore, the Spoons in/Spoons out Tally Counts will only be sent out quarterly to allow for fluctuations in health. Every member will be expected to more or less break even over the quarterly period. Failure to comply may result in erasure of the fingerprints.

waddle

great idea, here are a couple of spoons for the draw, had a very quiet day so far so have a couple spare. x

JuliaHod12

handing 2 spoons in today............have had a very lazy day and feeling quite good :-) x

Colin1

Not a spoon to spare i'm affraid this week has been a baden and i have found myself out of spoons before mid day.
Just so as you know mig its not the size that matters its how you use it. ( your Spoon )

DD can you give a guestimate as to how many spoons someone with a autoamune disease might use up in a day.
What do others think
Colin

stickywicket

Waddle and JuliaHod - thank you. You are both very generous with your spoons, especially as the evening was young at the time.

Colin - My answer would be that it all depends on the day. I've had 5 spoon days and I've had 500 spoon days. However, in The Spoon Theory there are 12. That's how it works. We all want more but can't have more so we have to ration them and call it a day when the last one is used.............................Except in cyberspace, of course, where we can add and take from the spoon drawer at will.