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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
Thanks @Faith-and-Hope
Nodded off, had a dream.. which really by mostl other people's stan dards was a nihtmare.
Survived and its a morning with cats as son was up tl very late.
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SilenusSenior Contributor
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Faith-and-HopeSenior Contributor
Hope you get the chance to rest a bit later today at least ... 💕
Will be thinking of you, and praying you through it all ....
@Appleblossom
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Unknown userMember
Hey @Faith-and-Hope. If you haven't got iPad face drop yet. How's things?
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Unknown userMember
That was beautiful @Silenus. I have a way to go with that but today I am trying to be kind to myself because the consequences for those I love is too great. Sending many hugs 💜🤗
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Faith-and-HopeSenior Contributor
Getting close to it @Former-Member .... lol ....
Been holed up in the bathroom waiting for WH to finish munching on his Choc snack ration so I can go to bed .... :face_with_rolling_eyes: .... sunny side is that gives me the excuse to keep my eyes propped open with toothpicks and catch up with forum family a little longer .... things are quiet in the other room now so better sizzle off myself ...
Tonight was nice.
Everyone was fairly chilled, food was beautiful, music a bit too loud and not 100% in key, but enthusiastic nonetheless .... 😆 .... THAT kept S2 and D3 entertained anyway .... oldies behaved themselves pretty much ... although they start getting quite funny with a bit of overindulgence in the red ....
It's cold out, but not snow-cold. Good weather for sleeping ....
G'night 💜💤❤️💕
Chat in the morning again .... sounds like you're doing okay .... 🤗❤️💕
Me and @Former-Member .... we're holding you in the light .... ❣
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Unknown userMember
Thanks @Faith-and-Hope,
im quietly doing ok. Glad you've been having a good time making lots of memories. Sleep well 💜🤗💤
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utopiaSenior Contributor
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Unknown userMember
Merry Christmas all
Gee @utopia, that is a bit rough on your mum. I could imagine she was devastated, making her feel pretty insignificant I would imagine. I hope she had someone to go home to, I would be worried about her. And I can understand you not wanting to be in that atmosphere. I probably shouldn't say this because when young I have been guilty of this myself - but can't some of us be selfish little "*£¥s at times. I hope your sister sees one day that we only have one mum and she may not be around for next Christmas - who knows when our time is up?
I am feeling this a bit because my daughter treats me the same way. I made a tremendous effort to give her a good Christmas with cheer - a great life for that matter. But today she was totally self absorbed and sour - ruined it for all. Because she decided to get back in touch with an ex that she knows is abusive, so yes he hurt her again and we keep wearing the brunt of it. She says that's it now with him - ( until the next time :face_with_rolling_eyes:). She has to learn some day. I am so over it @utopia. She saids she wants to move out, study, work in the city and share a flat with others. I believe that would be better for her and us. The quicker the better. To be honest I would rather be alone than treated in such a manner.
My lead up to Christmas was good but now, the morning, not so - now just trying to capture a few peaceful moments to balance the pain of the Christmas buffet outing. Hubby is distant because of our daughter so feeling a bit down and alone. But must make the most of it, the quiet, the moment. What else can we do? That's the way it is sometimes.
How was Christmas with your children (you have one or two sons?). Hope your afternoon gets better as I am hoping mine does. Not all was lost, we had some good times and cheer on the lead up. I hope your mum is okay - I so feel for her. I can so relate 💕
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Unknown userMember
Hi @Former-Member
Hope your Christmas is turning out well and all is good with you and your family. Thinking of you and wishing you and yours peaceful togetherness and good cheer 😊💕
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