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Taking the plunge
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MaggieSenior Contributor
Re: Taking the plunge
There was a time ‘ Fake it til you make it’ annoyed me @CheerBear , but I think I’m getting the hang of it sometimes. Strangely, it’s making sense now. 😂😂
I guessed nerves, and concerns would be filling your mind @CheerBear . It’s a huge step. I know you’ve got this, even when you think you don’t. Definitely big breaths. They sound supportive, so important. One thing, a silly kind of important thing, spot the kettle in the office @CheerBear, it will be a lifesaver. ☕️☕️☕️
I know you understand the slumps well. Time to take my own advice, kick butt, which never really works well, but is a starting place. If only I could reach. 😂😂
Oh no, a lost kitchen. I feel for you there. The least favourite room in the house, depending on what’s on the table.
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MaggieSenior Contributor
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@TheVorticon 💙💙💙☕️☕️☕️☕️ Sending warm thoughts your way.
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MaggieSenior Contributor
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Supposed to read stupid, not supportive. 😩😩
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MaggieSenior Contributor
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Nope supportive was right. Not a good morning. @CheerBear Sorry. 💜💜💜
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CheerBearSenior Contributor
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Hugs @Sans911. It's hard when the forum feels tricky. It's super important to look after you and to reach out to people behind the scenes for support. Things can un-tricky themselves. More hugs.
@Maggie I have a funny relationship with "fake it til you make it too" and am not sure exactly how I feel about it. But I think sometimes it's a bit like pulling yourself through. Sometimes sitting with it helps and sometimes dragging yourself (kicking and screaming for me often haha) can help too. It's all a bit bananas sometimes ❤
Yes the kettle will be helpful @Maggie 😆 Thanks for believing I've got this. Time will tell. I know I have determination and that counts for something hopefully. I think I'm part worried about the way things will change now I am no longer there as a volunteer. That's likely to change a lot. Comfort zone is temptingly comfortable haha :face_with_rolling_eyes:😆😏
Haha "supportive" works well. I took "they sound supportive" as to mean the organisation sounds supportive, which they really are. No need for sorry. I get wonky words can happen here and in writing and if I ever see hiccups, I take them as possible wonks in words only.
I was going to say that I'll help you reach your butt if you need it, but that sounds so weird, even for me 😂 You kick butt all the time just by getting through those slumps and the dark and twisty however you do it ❤
@Maggie I have a funny relationship with "fake it til you make it too" and am not sure exactly how I feel about it. But I think sometimes it's a bit like pulling yourself through. Sometimes sitting with it helps and sometimes dragging yourself (kicking and screaming for me often haha) can help too. It's all a bit bananas sometimes ❤
Yes the kettle will be helpful @Maggie 😆 Thanks for believing I've got this. Time will tell. I know I have determination and that counts for something hopefully. I think I'm part worried about the way things will change now I am no longer there as a volunteer. That's likely to change a lot. Comfort zone is temptingly comfortable haha :face_with_rolling_eyes:😆😏
Haha "supportive" works well. I took "they sound supportive" as to mean the organisation sounds supportive, which they really are. No need for sorry. I get wonky words can happen here and in writing and if I ever see hiccups, I take them as possible wonks in words only.
I was going to say that I'll help you reach your butt if you need it, but that sounds so weird, even for me 😂 You kick butt all the time just by getting through those slumps and the dark and twisty however you do it ❤
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MaggieSenior Contributor
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You really got me giggling with helping to kick my butt @CheerBear . 😂😂😂 I know what you mean. The giggle was appreciated. 💙💙
I have a funny relationship with most of those little saying also @CheerBear . I once asked someone if they thought putting my chin in a different position was helpful. ( chin up). 😩😩😩
I’m with you with the dragging kicking and screaming, sometimes, making the first move, gets the motion going, then it’s a win win. I’m guessing you might be doing a bit of kicking and screaming. We will all be here to help, you are not alone in the adventure. Don’t underestimate determination, it’s strength. And motivating.
Thanks for acknowledging the slumps, for hearing and understanding. 💜💜💜
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CheerBearSenior Contributor
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Thank you @Maggie, for the get-its, the feels, the shares and the giggles 😊❤
I'm going to go and call my mumma then pretend I am surprised by the surprises the crew have organised 😉. Yesterday they seriously overlooked my ability to know everything that goes on in this house 1😆. Within 30 seconds of arriving home I spotted cake tools used, some wrapping paper and a draft of a card one had made. I heard lots of "shhhh you're not supposed to say anything" throughout the day. Too cute 😊❤ I am looking forward to the hugs when they wake up.
Before I go just a quick shout out to a couple of mums I look up to - @Faith-and-Hope, @Teej and @Shaz51. Mega love to you all ❤❤❤
Better fly. Hope today goes. Full stop might work well there.
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I'm going to go and call my mumma then pretend I am surprised by the surprises the crew have organised 😉. Yesterday they seriously overlooked my ability to know everything that goes on in this house 1😆. Within 30 seconds of arriving home I spotted cake tools used, some wrapping paper and a draft of a card one had made. I heard lots of "shhhh you're not supposed to say anything" throughout the day. Too cute 😊❤ I am looking forward to the hugs when they wake up.
Before I go just a quick shout out to a couple of mums I look up to - @Faith-and-Hope, @Teej and @Shaz51. Mega love to you all ❤❤❤
Better fly. Hope today goes. Full stop might work well there.
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ethSenior Contributor
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Hi and good morning @Maggie @CheerBear @Sans911 hope today has some good stuff in it for you all. xoxo
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Faith-and-HopeSenior Contributor
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Thank you so mich @CheerBear ..,,, ❤️🌹 .... and I wish you a wonderful day with your bunch too .....
@Maggie tha k you for the call-out this morning 💐💖 and hugs to little Mags for her special day with you .....
👋💕🌷 @eth
💜🌼 @Shaz51 ..... guessing you will hear from all your step-children tofay, and I hope you are thoroughly spoilt ❣️
@Former-Member 💐💕💐💕💐 and hugs to your Holly ......
@Sans911 🌻💕 ...... hoping Mr.A is purry and soft for you today.
Hi to anyone else here this morning 👋💕☕️
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ethSenior Contributor
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Hi @Faith-and-Hope hope your baby dragons pamper you today xx
