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Taking the plunge
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outlanderSenior Contributor
Re: Taking the plunge
are you making a new garden path or something? @Appleblossom
thanks @Maggie im getting checked out tomorrow, hopefully i may be at least abit better by then, i guess ill see how i go tonight...
thanks @Maggie im getting checked out tomorrow, hopefully i may be at least abit better by then, i guess ill see how i go tonight...
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MaggieSenior Contributor
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I remember that movie @Appleblossom yes the reality of large families, especially when they are as poor as church mice.
My mother was one of 20, So things had improved. They got the reproduction right. Must have watched some rabbit movies.
Paving is hard work. Gloves , yes, I learnt that the same way you have. I hope you are pleased with your labour. Hugs. 💜💜💜
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MaggieSenior Contributor
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@CheerBear The measures
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AppleblossomSenior Contributor
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@outlander There are a few paths that have been just mulch as I could not afford paving everywhere when we moved in. I am sick of traipsing mulch into the house. It will take a few days work, nice and easy, not wanting to be stupid, but the fellow who was going to do it did not call back, and now I have started, I will finish. I want it done before the rains come.
@MaggieHollywood does not know the half of it ...
Take Care
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outlanderSenior Contributor
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sounds good @Appleblossom
be careful you don't over do it though. paving mightn't be to hard but its hard on our physical bodies. im sure itll look great once your finished it
be careful you don't over do it though. paving mightn't be to hard but its hard on our physical bodies. im sure itll look great once your finished it
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AppleblossomSenior Contributor
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Thank you @outlander
I am making my nest cosy. Feel like I am settling in. Was not sure about staying here, but seem to be ... lol I already have lots of bif stepping stones and putting down toppings. I am enjoying being creative, if someone else did it, they would not pay same level of attention. Being outside is good for me. Its a tiny backyard. I metre wide both sides of house and 2 metres deep at back.
I know you know about outside and hard work.
Hugs
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outlanderSenior Contributor
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lol @Appleblossom
im sure your doing a great job and probably also giving you something to do as well atm.
im sure your doing a great job and probably also giving you something to do as well atm.
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CheerBearSenior Contributor
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Morning everyone
Hope you're feeling better today @outlander ❤
How's your coffee @Maggie?
Thanks for the info re powder/concrete. I was wondering if ultracal 30 was it. I spent a while trying to find anything close to me other than plaster of paris without shipping it and annoyingly couldn't. It is going to cost almost double with postage if I can't find some 😑 Oops. I'm a bit excited about moulds though. What is your favourite to use? Also annoying with the upload images issue I am having here 😑 (So much is annoying me at the moment haha :face_with_rolling_eyes:)
I had a bit of a giggle at '6 less brothers'. I have less than a third of the amount of your brothers and found that hard. I can't imagine what that was like growing up. One of 20 for your mum is 😮 I'm guessing you'd have about a bazillion cousins.
Bonkers weather here this morning. The wind is incredible.
How's today looking for you? More caving?
☕❤
Hope you're feeling better today @outlander ❤
How's your coffee @Maggie?
Thanks for the info re powder/concrete. I was wondering if ultracal 30 was it. I spent a while trying to find anything close to me other than plaster of paris without shipping it and annoyingly couldn't. It is going to cost almost double with postage if I can't find some 😑 Oops. I'm a bit excited about moulds though. What is your favourite to use? Also annoying with the upload images issue I am having here 😑 (So much is annoying me at the moment haha :face_with_rolling_eyes:)
I had a bit of a giggle at '6 less brothers'. I have less than a third of the amount of your brothers and found that hard. I can't imagine what that was like growing up. One of 20 for your mum is 😮 I'm guessing you'd have about a bazillion cousins.
Bonkers weather here this morning. The wind is incredible.
How's today looking for you? More caving?
☕❤
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MaggieSenior Contributor
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Yes, it’s expensive, but it comes in 9k ( I think) tubs. I did the same regarding postage, but this will make lots of moulds.
I like the heart and the large round moulds @CheerBear , but the candle holder looks interesting and different. I haven’t don’t it yet, but you are inspiring me. 🥰
Yes to zillions of cousins, but only in Ireland, not many here. My brothers have families, but I really don’t know, or haven’t met them. Estranged is definitely an accurate description of my ( not) family.
Raining here atm, no wind so far.
I will do some cleaning today. Strange, but it really helps to feel a bit better about what you’re not feeling better about.
I’m not surprised things are annoying atm @CheerBear . Go easy with you. Did you manage any painting yesterday?
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CheerBearSenior Contributor
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It's good to know I was on the right track with ultracal and needing to post it @Maggie. I was really umming and ahhing about what to do with it but might just go with ordering it today. Thank you. The candle holder looks awesome ❤ I bought a sphere and the number 3 sized mould. Big yay! 😁 Unwell person, who has found dotting so therapeutic, is going to have a go at stones also 😊
Were you born in Australia? (I'm sorry if this is coming out as prying - just interested so no need to answer). Estranged and then some is very tough. I'm curious as to what it is about your relationship with this bro that has kept you together-ish. Digging around family history can be hard though so again, no need or pressure to answer.
You're amazing Maggie ❤
I relate with the cleaning and feeling a bit better for it. I feel better with an organised house (and am clearly a sucker for punishment as 'organised' and 'children' don't go so well together!).
I painted the two other stones yesterday but no more. Did the pic come through in the end? I'll have another go at uploading it if it didn't. Last night was wonky. Big was in a mood, Middle snapped their cast and Mr Person needed some debriefing after a tough day. I went to bed dreaming of an escape from everyone and everything 😑
We have to work school around calls from both teachers and a telehealth appt with GP all before 10 this morning. I don't know why I feel so stressed about school this week but I do. Like a lot. Ugh. Paint will be a gentle treat when I can get time and space and allow myself to do that.
A quiet good morning and a tea for you too @Former-Member ❤☕💜
Were you born in Australia? (I'm sorry if this is coming out as prying - just interested so no need to answer). Estranged and then some is very tough. I'm curious as to what it is about your relationship with this bro that has kept you together-ish. Digging around family history can be hard though so again, no need or pressure to answer.
You're amazing Maggie ❤
I relate with the cleaning and feeling a bit better for it. I feel better with an organised house (and am clearly a sucker for punishment as 'organised' and 'children' don't go so well together!).
I painted the two other stones yesterday but no more. Did the pic come through in the end? I'll have another go at uploading it if it didn't. Last night was wonky. Big was in a mood, Middle snapped their cast and Mr Person needed some debriefing after a tough day. I went to bed dreaming of an escape from everyone and everything 😑
We have to work school around calls from both teachers and a telehealth appt with GP all before 10 this morning. I don't know why I feel so stressed about school this week but I do. Like a lot. Ugh. Paint will be a gentle treat when I can get time and space and allow myself to do that.
A quiet good morning and a tea for you too @Former-Member ❤☕💜
