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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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AppleblossomSenior Contributor
Hugz @Former-Member
In a way you are on your own raising the children. I bet mister is being a competitive pain. Full time teaching is best designed for those who are single or with a supportive partner.
I wish we could make it easier.
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PeppiPattySenior Contributor
All my friends......
Dear @Former-Member Honey, I am here with you. You are being heard. YOu have throughout the years of being part of the Sane forums.........have shown your true strength with your children when so many people would have cracked.
@Appleblossom........my friend. I have missed you XXXX
@CheerBear I need to catch up what happening with you and apologies that I will probably spill my mess without completely understanding your mess....... I will catch up though.
@Faith-and-Hopedear @Faith-and-Hope oh yeah......I am now living with Mr Buddha who is turning aggressive......we must get back to Relationships Australia.
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Faith-and-HopeSenior Contributor
Sounds like returning to Relationships Australia would be a good idea @PeppiPatty ......
Good to see you ❣️
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Shaz51Senior Contributor
Hellloo My special friend @PeppiPatty , have been thinking of you soo much
Hello @Faith-and-Hope , @Appleblossom , @Zoe7 , @Former-Member
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AppleblossomSenior Contributor
Hey hey hey @PeppiPatty
I agree with f&h. Boundaries. No cushy cushy unless he behaves.
@Former-Member
I did not say that you are on your own to be mean. Hope you did not take it wrong, I meant to validate the hugeness of the job of bring up littlies on your own. I know you dont have family support, and are a great mum.
Pic is just a distraction as you are into birds. So loved your bluebird Bella.
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Unknown userMember
thank you all for the support @Faith-and-Hope @PeppiPatty @Shaz51
@Appleblossom I didnt think you were being mean and it is true that single parents often have to stretch too far to be enough in so many different ways. Thank you for acknowledging the challenges of being alone.
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Faith-and-HopeSenior Contributor
Hearing you with that one too @Former-Member, for different reasons .....
Cyber hugs incoming .....
💜
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PeppiPattySenior Contributor
@Shaz51 !! Oh I need to start a new thread,,,,,,,
my special friend @Shaz51
Hi @Zoe7 Im so happy to thee you here......
@Faith-and-Hope your messages are meaningful and caring.......
@Former-Member darling cherub.
Apple....... @Appleblossom how is your son ?
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Zoe7Senior Contributor
It is so good seeing you here too @PeppiPatty Can't wait to hear all about your trip 
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CheerBearSenior Contributor
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