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I thought I'd start a discussion where we can check in with members and use this space to keep in contact. It's a space to be able to say how you really feel and it's a space for the good, the bad and the ugly moments in our lives.
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CheerBearSenior Contributor
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Shaz51Senior Contributor
Really sorry to hear about Mr Buddha and the NDIS @PeppiPatty, my special friend xx
Love the elephants . my mum loves elephants @PeppiPatty
@outlander, how did you go with all that rain xxx
@CheerBear, thinking of you today 
@Teej soo good that you came onto the forum today even though you were not really up to it , sending you hugs
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AppleblossomSenior Contributor
@TAB
Sorry you are having a crap time at work.
Not sure what the right approach is. To face bad music or let them go short staffed.
Some people do like to be critical and endlessly nitpick, but cannot take it when shoe is on other foot.
Tbh I cant believe how negative people can be without having the skills or training.
I had a period when young 5 years when I felt I had good managers. So it is possible, but maybe not common.
SOmetimes the money is not worth it.
For last 25 years been my own boss. I put up with crap from some students, and spent a year trying to get their mother to stop bringing them to my house. Not worth the money. They also were pests to my son. Grrrr.
All depends. Other times we do anything to pay the bills.
Take Care Mate
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TeejSenior Contributor
I’m ok @CheerBear.
Sorry got delayed. My turn for teary support phone call.
I like the thought of protecting yourself for your decision. In the end of my dream my head finally won out over my heart. I think in real life with the life experiences I’ve had I hope that my head would win over my heart too. There have been times I’ve thought about fostering a child on and off over the last few years but luckily my head wins that one too. I struggle look after myself let alone someone really vulnerable. I know that it’s possibly (I have no real clue which at you are leaning 😳) not your decision and I would totally get that and be supportive of it too. I would totally get the other option and be supportive of it too. I think I’m just grateful that I live in a society and era where either choice I an option and will be supported. Off my soapbox now.
Hoping gingerbread houses bring my joy to all who partake in them. Im hoping to pick my Christmas tree up from my therapist tonight after the doctor. Have a good afternoon and evening 🎄💜
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TABSenior Contributor
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AppleblossomSenior Contributor
Thats good, Puddy tat.
@TAB
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CheerBearSenior Contributor
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TABSenior Contributor
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outlanderSenior Contributor
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Zoe7Senior Contributor
Hi @CheerBear I know this is a very difficult time for you and your emotions and thoughts would be all over the place. I understand where you are sitting Hon and it isn't a nice place either way you go with all this. You are the only one that can make this decision and you are the only one that can determine the future effects for you in whatever you decide. It seems that you have already decided and I wanted to add my support to you through all this. It is super tough Hon to be going through all this but you have the support of so many here to help soften the fall. You are much admired and much loved here and the strength you are showing throughout all this is super impressive - although I know you do not feel this right now. Hold onto us as much as you need and reach out for that support both here and irl - you deserve that so much CB. Holding you in the light Hon
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