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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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I've been quite insane at times over the last few weeks @Former-Member (keeping the moderators on their toes at times 😳) Tonight I feel ok, actually I feel like I'm on a false high which is good....I can breathe a bit.....but bad because there is only one way to go from here which is down and I'm afraid I have yet to learn what middle ground is. Anyway I'll try not to dwell on that until it happens. I hope it's not too daunting coming back. There are lots of new members as always and lots of ups and downs. Wishing you well 💜🤗
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I'm so sorry @Zoe7. I was close to both mine as well. I inherited so many of my genes from my nan. I am sorry she is missing from your life, it's nice she lives on in your memory. 💜💐
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Zoe7Senior Contributor
@Former-Member
Knowing how loved I was by her is the single happiest memory I have in my life. It's difficult not to smile when I think about her, even through the tears and grief over the years.
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@Zoe7 so sorry to hear about your Nan 
anniversaries are so tough.
@Former-Member I'm glad you're feeling well tonight! Embrace the highs while they last. I'm sorry to hear the last few weeks have been rough for you. I think everyone struggles in one way or another at this time of year.. tired, emotional, busy!! Bring on 2017 I say. It's not daunting coming back at all actually, it's great to see how everyone is going! I just feel bad when I miss things that's all 🙂 I hope the highs outnumber the lows @Former-Member, you're a lovely person and deserve a positive end to the year.
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Zoe7Senior Contributor
Thanks @Former-Member
It's actually been ok today. Think it makes such a difference that I had the time to say goodbye to her and now her suffering was over.
@Former-Member So agree with concealedcows - you're one in a million and deserve every happiness that comes your way - however small the wins - take them
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Thanks for the kind words and wishes @Former-Member @Zoe7. Stuck for words now 😳
If I don't catch you before the end of the year @Former-Member, thanks for your support this year. I have really appreciated it.
I wish you both the very best for the end of year and Christmas as you deserve it. 💜🤗🌲
Im about to attempt to sleep now. I have a big day to survive tomorrow. I ended up saying that I'll go @Zoe7 but a friend will ring me in the morning to confirm, so I still have an out if needed. I hope you sleep and tomorrow is better again. Maybe take that pooch down the beach 💜🤗💐
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Unknown userMember
The above goes for you too @Former-Member as I just saw you back online 💜🤗💐🌲
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Unknown userMember
Anytime @Former-Member it's been lovely getting to know you this year 🙂 Good night!
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Zoe7Senior Contributor
@Former-MemberDon't think I've seen you stuck for words before. Must be a first LOL.
Goodluck with tomorrow - go, don't go, stay for a little while - whatever you feel is right WILL be right.
Think it's supposed to rain tomorrow so beach is out - maybe I might do some Christmas shopping - probably for myself and my fur babies 'cos don't know what to get for my family aaagh!
Sleep tight buddy - sweet dreams - let me know how you're feeling in the morning and what you ultimately decide to do xxx
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@Former-Member 
Wishing you a very merry christamas and I hope 2017 is all you hope it will be and more. You are champion @Former-Member. I am so glad I have meet you and have gotten to know you. Try to stay grounded tomorrow and hopefully have a good week, eight more sleeps to go.
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