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Pushchair shed July part 1 - is there such a thing as a perfect pram?

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evening there are some photos of the BCJM on my profile, as you can tell I'm not going to give up my dayjob. Haven't used it yet as want to get buggy snuggle to protect the cream seat - my DH thinks I'm bonkers but you ladies have taught me the power of selling on if necessary (also I like buggy snuggles).

5in what nightmare about your flat, hope you get it sorted soon.

nic, are you taking anything at all?

lillypie you have to give your kids points for ingenuity.
Oh lovely. I'd love a blue one for DS3 envy
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 20:16:26
blue
What colour BJCM you getting?
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 20:13:59
Hi everyone hope your all well

having night mare hence not been on 5in i know how you feel we had a big water leak last night from the water tank and some of the ceiling in dd's room has fell in so she is now staying in our room till its fixed on thursday cant believe they are making us wait that long.

all the beds and carpet are soaked

nicola hope you feel better soon

I am getting a BCJM thinking when i get that i can sell my zia grin
Hope you're ok Nicola.

Shame about the Ziko Dis. Saw you're looking for a swap. Good idea.

Courier all booked for the Gecko and boxed ready to go. smile
LG&T you still ok for a hood & basket swap? or can i buy if no swap?

cheers x
AWWW MAN
Went to collect sisters freecycle ziko, its lovely but bubblegum pink he has a boy.

anyone got any covers to swap orswap for more boyish stroller?
Nicola hope you are ok.
My Infinity has been picked up YAY!
eh? Bloomin inspectors!! My brothers room was tiny tiny and never suffered with condendsation. And now DS's rom is small AND no radiator in it AND on a corner and his room doesn't get it either!!

Nic you ok hun?
No it shouldn't happen. I've had loads of issues with those two bedrooms since we moved in. Really bad condensation in DS2's bedroom, which inspector said was normal for small room. Going to take this further. I want rehoused!

Nicola, get yourself back to the docs. You really need to get yourself better, and stop stressing!
Oh love don't cry,let Terry see to the kids and get yourself a hot bath and off to bed.
OH no go back to docs and say, it's awful when you feel like that. sad

oops 5inblush obviously not loft issue...duh!!! That shouldn't happen though should it? v Strange
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 18:22:15
5in lives in flat maxy.

god knows im just slumped over laptop as its keeping me awake. i just burst into tears.
Aww bless Toms little note! Poor boy. Did you give him a cuddle Nic?

It chucked it down with rain earlier, and a huge lake puddle usually appears against the wall next to the two bedrooms. There is just concrete slabs there, and not entirely sure what the drainage is like. I live in a flat, so no water tank. I'm fuming. DS2's bedroom now a tip, he won't be able to sleep in it, and he doesn't take well to change. Don't know what to do!

Did the doctor not give you anything Nicola? What have you taken?
Oh I just read Tom's letter again.....he sounds lovely Nic.
oh Nicola....why wouldn't he give you antibiotics?

5in have you stemmed the flow? It's not a water tank in loft is it?
Aww Nic I am sorry you are feeling bad,let Terry take up the slack when he comes home.

Tom sounds like a lovely boy,kids do loose things, mine used to drive me mad,going out to play and coming home without coats shoes or tops that were never seen again.

A couple of years ago they confessed that they used to bury things they didn't like in the sand pit in the play ground hmm
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 17:59:30
oooh yes good idea. thanks will look now.
Nicola The Children's salon have their sale atm. They are online too I think and i can always have a look or deliver anything.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 17:52:54
it must still be under warranty to i'd take it back.

glad to hear it maxy, i feel worse. all achy and shivery. i think im getting depressed being ill this long. struggling to find toms wedding clothes online too. he's wearing a suit for ceremony but want some black or white 3/4 length shorts for reception. and he wants some of those lace up plimsols near on impossible to get in his size. im counting the minutes til dp home now!
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 17:43:28
Can anyone help me? My Britax Vigour 4+ has developed a fault in that the recline function has come loose and how if my baby leans back, the seat goes with him...I've only had it a few months so I'm sure this shouldn't really be happening.

Any ideas?
I can't I can't!!! I will just sell on if unsure.

Oh Nicola.....that letter, made me wipe a tear.

For anyone who is interested I am feeling a million times better now that packing is out hoo rah!!!!
My son is 15 months old and I am on my fifth buggy shock blush.

Does this entitle me to be a pram hun? smile
Oh my god that brings a tear to my eye.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 16:49:15
omg 5in thats awful? wonder where its coming from strange?

so tom just comes down with this note...

To mum,
I am sorry that i made you cross, i don't like seeing you sad but i know you think i can't do anything right, i can change i will do anything to make feel better.

Give me any punishment you want to do to me you can even lock me in my room for an hour but don't worry i have unpluged my t.v so can't waitch it.

you don't have to save up for it because i will save all the pnnys i get includeing notes as well

i do understand this my second one i lost but i fell it will turn up somehow.

i know when Terry gets home he is going to shout verry loud, i will probally cry but i will try take it.

i put your moey back in your purse like you wanted me to do and i have any idea, you can sell some my stuff

finay, you know i do wrong things but it is a little problem of mine but ignore it i shouldn't of said that because you will think it is an excuse

Tom

sad sad sad
Aaaaargh nightmare!!!!!

Just went into DS2's bedroom to make his bed and tidy up, and his bedroom carpet was wet. Water seeping in from the walls somewhere. And to make it worse, its the same in my bedroom as well! Have just spent the past hour lifting carpets, emptying the cupboards and mopping up water angry. Phoned the council, and they are so unconcerned. I need to let it dry, then call the inspector out.

Fuming!

Can you not just tell the seller you have changed your mind Maxy?
Aww Nicola. It's annoying losing things. I would still go out though. I'm turning computer off as need to wash up/finish sorting out washing and get ready for work.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 16:22:18
god im so bloody mad. kids. all set to go out (why when i feel like dying!!) ask tom to get his cagoule out of bag. brand new one bought last week as he had lost the other. its not in his bag he doesn't know where it is!!!! so he's had telling off and not going out now. nothing for kids tea im so tired, i want my bed!!
right I have just put infinity on sale board as still not sure about the small wheel big wheel thing......sigh. I am silly I know. It hasn't even arrived yet, and now someone on here has the trophy I wanted.....so if any interest peeps? It has all the accessories unused still.
oh right thanks...phew. Should it have come out though?? She never told me......mind you it was a nightmare so she prob couldn't wait to get rid of me grin
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 15:46:26
i expect they 'packed' it with something they sometimes do that?
maxy they do pack it with cotton-wooly-soaked-in-anti-nastiness stuff, please don't worry, its normal
I know exactly what you mena Nicola, I agree. But don't over do it. I THINK the dentist may have left some wadding ir something in my gum you know. I just sent a pic to my sister and she couldn't believe what I had pulled out! It is very fiberous. Can't imagine my body would have made something like that??!!
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 15:32:21
don't worry maxy we understand!! im thinking it is sometimes easier to go out when you are feeling pants i have a long shopping list of wedding bits left to get so may get bus into town and take boys for tea out?? am i mad. yes.
I did a reply then the sytem went down. I did it. Was ok but bit sore now. Had tablets so must go and do dishes before DH gets home. Urghhhhhhh thanks for listening anyone!!!
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 14:59:20
oh maxy honey, yes rinse it out warm salt water as that acts as disentectant. have you taken some ibuprofen too? you will have to ring dentist tho love and see what they recommend he will have to look at it, will they be able to sedate you? have you tried rescue remedy?
no 5in it's fine honestly. Right I need some help peeps....I am crying my eyes out at min....through fear I think!!! I have just pulled the stuff that was in my gum out as doc said to try and get rid of it. Didn't hurt a bit but there was LOADS of it and now I can see the whole which makes me feel bit funny...rang my big sis and she has ordered me to go and rinse it with salt water but I am really scared....pathetgic eh. She is ringing me back in ten mins to make sure I have done it. I know she's right but I HATE TEETH and I'm getting myself in a right state.....sorry. And Nicola I am with you. Hideous. go and have a hot steamy shower if you can bear it.....
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thanks that is so kind. im sure i will be ok as i plan on doing nothing from now on. resting whilst kids don't need me instead of runing round doing constant housework. no more coursework. have rung my tutor and she was really nice (answered phone reciting tel.no, didn't realise people still did that grin)

right rest time over time to get luka up! btw how many of you have to wake your lo's up from a nap? i have to every day with luka or he would sleep a good 3/4hrs!!
I got it. Sorry you are feeling so awful. If there is anything I can do just ask.
Nicola - I cannot believe they did not give you antibiotics, sinusitis is horrendous, I had it just before DD2 was born as well, was on antibiotics and I was taking the cocodamol I was given for afterpains it was that bad I could sleep. Get some Sinutab it's quite good.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 14:50:46
Tunbridge Wells where Dunoon lives is full of rich people!!! thats why they can afford to GIVE brand new stuff away lol!! wink
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please tell me you got it dunoon will cheer me up no end!!

i just sat here and had a little cry to myself. the last time i felt this poorly and for this long 10 days it is now. was exactly 2yrs ago! just before giving birth i had sinisitus then and was so poorly i had to have epidural!!

yes 5in the TA course sad but needs must. v.unlikely i will pick it up again as they aren't running in this area anymore. but tbh it is also v.unlikely that i will be looking for a job in the forseeable future either.

libra....love that buggysnuggle and def not girly. dibs on it if you get it!!
Why can't I ever find a decent pram purchase in 2nd hand shops? <sulk>
<<<<sending get well vibes to all>>>>>>
Well DDs were driving me mad over lunch so I hauled us all over to Calverly Ground Park for a run around and thought I would just pop into second hand shop to see if the P&T doubles seat was still there......

And it was!
No stress can be a terrible thing Nicola, worst of all. You can always go back to your course at a later date. Time is too precious!

Frogmella I will email you thanks
Oh Maxy, I didn't realise you're so ill. I can arrange another day for collecting the Mutsy if you want?

Is it the TA course you're giving up Nicola sad. Do you not need my info now? Hope you feel better quickly!

Does anyone want my raincover for BJCM? Not the BJCM one, but fits great? Wasthinking about getting the official one, seeming as its a keeper. Would want £7 posted for it.
Is this buggy snuggle too girly?

www.buggysnuggle.com/product_info.asp?prdID=10050&usrID=9A019B18-1BC7-4560-8C7E-2CC7C24919D4

Nicola it sounds like you have tons on your plate - is there any chance your mum could help you out?
yes nic true. I haven't had full blown sinusitis for ages but you have my sypathies....evil thing it is!! I feel like I've been smacked in face and DS will NOT GO TO SLEEP.....aaaaaaaarrrrrrrrrgggggggghhhhhhh!!! Now ebay peeps are being bit off with me...moan moan moan eh?!
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 14:31:02
thats why ive given up course, my mum was really disappointed said i should carry on but i just can't do that and run this house and three kids and a wedding to organise and ds3's bday in a week's time too!!
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Maxybrown - I dont have CAT but my email is claireg82 at davidkg82 dot demon dot co dot uk if that helps.

Claire
You're probably getting more and more run down Nicola and not giving yourself time to recover. It's so hard when your a mum, you're not allowed to be ill.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 14:27:33
SK all docs have given me is nose drops i will be back there at end of week if feeling this bad.

maxy im with you all the way i wanted to cry at docs this morning. i nearly fainted whilst i was in there!! its no fun being a mum you get no sick days do you!!
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yes theres pics of my strawberry zapp on there.

oh maxy sorry about your mouth. sending you positive dentist vibes, i've had loads of stuff done with my teeth so i know how you feel!!

im feeling worse and worse, this isn't right is it. got to get luka up in a minute. at least tom can walk home today im stuck in for courier anyway.
Libra - BJCM sounds lovely gald you are pleased with it

Bexie - have e-mailed you

Nicola - poor you sinusitis hurts like hell, like being kicked in the face a few hundred times, antibiotics and painkillers needed

Dis - my friend is selling a Demin Cam wonder if was that one?
no....but last week when I was there, I just kept thinking of giving birth to DS and decided in my head that giving birth had been much easier......I'm sure when I thought I was dying giving birth I wouldn't have thought that......but hey ho

I HATE feeling like this. I feel like curling up and crying....how sad. I have the vilest taste in my mouth....urgh sorry TMI
Bugger it is Strawberry!

Thanks Nicola
Will take photos tonight. Red cream black looks lovely but cream seat VERY IMPRACTICAL with my very messy DS so need to get buggysnuggle to put on it!

Maxy I have the same fear about dentists have you thought about trying hypnobirthing techniques whilst there? hope you feel better soon.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 14:19:40
just had huge piece of chocolate cake. dp just called and told me to do nothing!! nice. he's going to take my ironing to ironing lady as well.

best to just google it chocolate bunnies i'd say and compare colours. some people call strawberry pink, but its def red, like a strawberry is red (not pink) lol! i don't think i've got pics anymore on here?

www.picturetrail.com/nicolaspushchairs
Finally got round to putting some photo's onto my profile page, lol!

Still think you should get a BJCM Nic!
frogmellamoonbeam - I will CAT you.

Well, I feel like sh...rubbish. Had to go to docs about my mouth. Got an infection in it and swollen face.....nice, feel really shaky. Doc said I might have to go to dentist and have it deep cleaned.....I'm very very scared of dentist so feeling sick about that sad alhtough I DO have a very nice dentist who is very patient with me.

There must be something in the air....about buying things on ebay......sheesh. Must stay away me thinks!! I think seller doesn't want me to have it now........
grin I know someone else in Motherwell! I could possibly drive to you, but still haven't gotten over the nightmare Glasgow traffic after visiting my friend. 2.5hrs to get home, lol. There are trains that go straight through to Motherwell from Dumbarton on a Sunday, not sure about the rest of the week. Will check train fares/times. I don't mind meeting in Glasgow though.

Pix would be great. Does it have raincover? My e-mail is BexieID @ hotmail.com
Im not sure Nicola I bought it from mothercare in March but it was display model so have no idea, I would have said it was red reflection, how can i find out for sure?
Just nearly bought a denim cam instead of frog,

was talked out of it though

thans suwoo grin
Bexie - would want about £20 for it, I also have a pink comfort pack coming from ebay this week for some strange reason so if you had a pink one you would be ok lol I'm in Motherwell but could get the train through to Glasgow. I'm quite attached to it I think everyone should have a Maclaren. The covers, hood etc are in great condition the cosy toes reflective bits look a wee bit worn though, I can take some pics for you, maybe you could make one great pram from both lol
A lovely lady just phoned from Country Babies, she doesn't know when she'll have anymore aqua Maxi-Cosi summer covers in, so have gone for a navy one. Can't have cream as Tom will get it covered in chocolate, lol. I chose aqua as will go with the harness pads and thought more unisex than navy.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 13:52:02
chocolate bunnies would think your zapp is prob strawb if so new?
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piccies please libra!!
sweetkitty - lol @ heirloom. How much would you want for your XT? Where in Scotland are you? I'm in Dumbarton.
My BJCM has come (red/black/cream) and it's lovely and the handle is high enough for both me (5'9" and DH 6'5) but I would have thought it would be too high for most women! The only downside I can see at the moment is to get lying down to sitting up you need both hands.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 13:42:17
im off pushchairs because im happy with what i've got tbh. my youngest is 2 next monday, i've had a mad year of buying and selling and have had enough thats all!!

we can't afford to go away unfortunately, maybe later in the year as its dp's 40th in November!
Hi Ladies,

Just thought Id put it on here that I have just started a thread with two pushchairs for sale,

Red Reflection Quinny Zapp & Chicco Trio For Me in Vertigo.

If anybody wants or knows someone who wants, please let me know as I need rid asap
Bexie - I am so tempted to offer you my XT, the only thing wrong with it is the back wheels are a wee bit rusty, it reclines, leg rests adjust and I have the cosytoes too, it's a bit of a heirloom though have had 3 babies in it and it's still going strong lol
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 13:28:08
Afternoon all.

Dh still not really speaking to me after getting the Zapp. Good thihng it wasn't a new one! I have had the seat in the wash and it has come up fine, just ordered new logos for the frame so will have it looking great in no time.
Ziko is getting picked up tomorrow night.

Oh Dis, I must have just missed all the commotion last night. Gutted you didn't get the Frog. But on the bright side you got another so it worked out well for you.

Nicola, I'm glad you are relaxing now, Weddings are stressful things. I can't believe you are off pushchairs though! We will all wait till after the wedding and you will be feeling better and back on form! Are you going anywhere on honeymoon?
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 12:55:23
i don't even feel up to phoning tbh! i just got my sarnie luka is in bed im on sofa with laptop. im RELAXING and i like it!! grin
You could phone them Nicola and ask to keep. It's the mind shop on high street.
When you feel up to it you could collect.
Will have to wait for a nice day to wash the covers.

Now i've had a little play with an XT I fancy a black one, lol.
Have decided against going to get it. I need to save cash now.
sad
I noticed bits to pull for legrest, they may need oiling. Will have another look at it. Or wait till wednesday and get my friend to.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 12:33:31
handles try lots of fairy liquid have heard that works all fabrics will go in machine bexie, even hood worth a try!
Rest up Nicola.

Anyone want the XT? The legrest won't go up/down, has a wonky hood, the seat won't go right back, handles are sticky, has scuffs on reflective bits, has no raincover and needs a jolly good clean! The wheels and frame are fine.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 12:30:39
ring charity shop ask them to hold it for you? you could pay for it over phone?
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 12:29:56
yeah i thought they did too dis? did you get text off them to say was coming? notice all black and black/red/cream all sold out now!! but offer is on til end of july so does that mean they will get more stock before then?

i just transferred my paypal funds for wedding stuff. im such a good girl!!
grey.Eeeek
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 12:28:29
bexie should be little metal bits you pull out to extend legrest. not quite sure what you mean about the adjusters at side to do legrest but not quite with it today.

yes go back and get it dunoon!!!! what colour was it?

should make at least double on it even after fees?
i need to go out but no BJCM, i thought kiddicare delivered before 12?
Bexie you have to pull out metal bits to support the legrest. They can be sticky and may need oiling.
For back it should go almost flat. Side bars lift and seat should go back.
The legrest must deffo be gubbed then as is just floppy, iykwim. I'm sure the seat could go back more as the bits you pull to make it go back don't touch the frame.
P&T doubles seat in second hand shop for £15 but can't find out how much it might sell for.
New in box. Any ideas if I should go back and see if it's still there?
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 12:10:21
yep adjustable legrest and seat goes almost flat bex?

im back from docs got sinisitus (sp) feeling absolutely awful. will get luka lunched and in bed and on the sofa for me and tate.
The Mac XT came today. Only had a quick look as it started to rain. Wheels are good, bit rusty, reflective edges are a bit scuffed, sticky handles.... BUT, I thought it would recline more and thought the legrest raised up/down? Anyway, will ask my friend who has an XLR on wednesday when she pops round to have a look at it for me.

For £15 it's a bargain. Covers need washing, but I think I like it. IF the seat is supposed to recline more and the legrest is supposed to be adjustable, then I won't keep it. I'll look out for another one. Have until Easter anyway, lol.
Yep, Im gonna pimp it to the max grin

My aunt sew so Im getting her to line the inside of the hood white navy & white spotty fabric!
You got the Nany frog Dis grin
yey, got it

cheers pebbles
Lol, and I suppose you could always sell the navy stuff and buy black or red?
Fingers crossed.
Now who will have first dibs on this one!
grin
only joshing.
Nursery run beckons
pebbles i love you grin

just rang that lady and her ebay sale fell through so is ringing me back when shes cancelled it all and i think ive got it grin
right ive emailed you my essay! soz its so long.
Is this anywhere near you?
Awww dunoon, thats really sweet <<fuzzy feeling>> grin

but couldn't ask you to do that.

Am hating ebay at the mo, been emailing frog lady, what a crap chain of events.
Hi I was just having a look around for more.
I could collect by train I think if she is near the station. Not sure how much train is or you can ask if she will deliver to Tunbridge Wells.
please jiggly
oh and the lady im getting the carrycot from had a black frog listed but didnt sell do you want me to email you her details as im not sure if its still available?
I'll email actually dunoon, and get see if they will post,

if not could I call on you?
so i would just need chassis?

can you email and offer £100?
Dis this is quite near me
grin
Awww Nic grin
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 10:57:04
just realised i can now say 'im getting married next week' how exciting is that grin grin
sorry just had courier arrive.

the navy one near me is upto £114 with four days to go. I bid on a red one last night but was outbid at 4 secs to go!
It is a shame Nicola but sound like the best thing.
Good luck at docs.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 10:51:49
suns back out, luckily as off to docs in a min. hope they are running on time as then need to pick up tate from nursery. i feel like such a weight has lifted now i've decided not to finish my course. i can concentrate on wedding and not getting so tired and worn out tryig to fit in coursework.
hi. just tidied and made 'healthy' flapjacks so feeling virtuous.
Dis it wasn't me either in the above question.
i went off bee cause of tiny wheels, like the air tyres on back of frog/cam.

roads are too bumpy here,

it was on ebay yea.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 10:41:22
oh dis why didn't you just keep bee? glad you sold quest was that on ebay then?
jiggly how much is the navy?
would have red too x
yep nic,

SK have checked all local ads, gumtree , preloved theres nothing, grrr

Fi has one but she wants more without footmuff
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 10:23:35
dis did you sell your quest?
Right ladies find Dis a frog so I get the Infinity if not I will cry and cry

I use sendit now for the free insurance as well
Fair enough grin
They're both private, probably because you won it you can see your name but no-one else can.
Hmmmm, wonder why the new frog auction this morning is private when the one last night wasn't?
Odd.
ahh i see, thats great then,

yes but it was a bargain with footmuff too.

feel lost now ... haha
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 10:01:29
no senditnow is insured up to £150 so i always use them only use dhl for really cheap things. like the first wheels will go dhl today as she only paid £50 for it.

im sure you'll get another tho dis.
Yes black really
oh god dis im really sorry you lost the frog. i will keep my narky comments to myself next time (was suffering my own ebay trauma yesterday)

there have been a couple listed near me recently. there is a navy one on at the mo - is it only black you want?
Oh i never knew that nicola,

i always assummed if you put a higher value the cost would go up?!

Thats good to know!

I see her point about meeting, but it went past thta,

once she said she couldn't meet I agreed and paid for a courrier,

I'm done with it,

anyone want to help find me a frog so SK can still have the infinity?! grin
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 09:50:52
lots of people view this thread tho don't they? lots look but don't post. its just one of those things i can see both sides, it would be the same as you selling something dis you wouldn't want to meet half way if you had all three kids and a pram to bring if you didn't drive it wouldn't work. plus i agree the postage is not excessive with the insurance.

personally i use senditnow at 10.99 for higher value stuff its automatically insured.
I'm not thinking of anyone in particular pebbles, TBH I wouldn't have thought anyone on here would do that

but can't see how else she would just happen to come on mumsnet and this thread??
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 09:47:44
yep i wouldn't worry dis now.

i can't pick up course again thats a shame plus the fact that it is free. they don't plan on running it in this area again which is why i plowed on. that and i've always wanted to work in education. but its really stressing me out and making me ill as its a huge pressure on me. i will ring my tutor later and talk to her about it. my mum is now agreeing that all my symptons sound like swine flu too!!

no i didn't get one dis. i don't really like them, would have only been getting cos it was a bargain. wonder if they are all sold out now? there was six left yesterday. i will just get another buggy type prob a volo if i find i do need two pushchairs again. but atm im still more than happy with my quest its perfect. im so not into pushchairs atm.
Morning all.

I know I stuck up for the seller on that but I can assure you it wasn't me that pointed them in this direction if that's what you're thinking. I didn't even get on here till 11 oclock last night as my friend had been here all day.

Having another lazy one today, well as lazy as you can doing housework, lol. Off to work tonight .
Seller won't answer that question either.
Am also wondering how seller found this thread hmm

Ah well, already in the past.
Awww shame Nic

can you not get extra time??

I need to find another frog now, but don't think i'll be able to
and SK has paid for infinity

<<eek>

Nic did you buy BJCM?
Dis - what are we like feeling sad that it is getting spilt up maybe the carrycot will go to a new "home" with a new pram lol

Nicola - that's probably why youa re so ill, you are so rundown no wonder with the DC, wedding and your course your doing too much, you can pick your course back up later
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 09:29:26
Morning Pramaholics. Im sorry to barge in on your thread but I have become rather addicted to reading all your buying/selling adventures/dilemmas although I darent start posting as I am borderline addicted myself although I am only on my 5th pushchair in 21 months and one of those was a necessity as we needed a double for our new arrival.

Anyway the reason I am barging in is that during my reading I have seen that maxybrown you keep linking to Bebe Confort Trophys wanting to know if people are nearby and I now have a Trophy Air 6 with Opera seat unit that I need to sell as although I think it beautiful to push DH hates it due to its size and weight and I have been told that if I get rid of it we can go research pushchairs and look at getting something else. So I was wondering if you would be interested. I dont think I am anywhere near you but would be more than happy for you to arrange a courier.

I hope you dont mind me asking this.

Many thanks

Claire
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 09:26:56
just got back from nursery run, had to roll up my white linen trousers and find my pac a mac as the heavens opened!!!

back home now to have a bit of a relax and tidy up. feeling bad that im not taking luka to his swimming lesson but decided guilt is a waste of energy.

Also made the decision not to complete my course. i know i only have one more week to go but i have an extra weeks notes to catch up plus a whole 1500 word project to do. its time to say enough is enough and im not superwoman. its a shame as i've worked hard but i just have to forget it and concentrate on the wedding and my family instead. phew feel better for that already!!!!
Lol, I know, I feel sad too, mad isn't it?! They look so pretty together, its almost... wrong!

But I suppose it happens to alot of them, bless em! wink
Hope he is ok Dis

I do feel sad splitting up the pram and carrycot and if there were any way I could have used it I would have had it but DD3 too old and if we were ahem to have no4 I would need a double again. I have always lusted after pushing a wee newborn in a carrycot "proper" pram have never done it even having 3, DD1 had a horrid Graco travel system, DD2 twin aria and DD3 P&T not the same is it?

My head is thumping and I really need a shower (in my my en suite, painted it at the weekend and DP layed the floor yesterday) and to get off of here
and gotta walk to the bits & bobs shop in the village for rolls of tape in the rain, arghhh.

I need to buy a brolly,

wheres the summer???
Morning

Waiting for BJCM

Addison has just bailed off his scooter on the way to playgroup he was fine but I bet I get a call asking to get him as he always feels a bit sad for himself after a fall grin

SK, I changed my auction to just the carrycot for sale ...

Its peeing it down... I have no idea how Im gonna find boxesfor all these buggies!! lol

I'll have to ask my mum to take me to asda and beg for some!!
It was a lovely colour
Yes I am having Dis's, v excited looks lovely
Well pale blue. Is that aqua?
Are you having Dis's?
Dunoon - spot on there. Which Infinity did you buy was it the lovely aqua one?

Nicola - poor you, it's rubbish feeling ill and ahving two toddlers running around, take some painkillers and stick on cbeebies, oh right just read you are off to docs hope they sort you out
Oh Nicola hope the dr is able to suggest something to help. Is DP off today? You must get some help.
Shall I come over? perhaps having 4 children and me in the house would not be helpful though.
<<sends virtual mug of hot chocolate and Heat magazine and fascinating dvd for DCs instead>>
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 08:40:34
very well said dunoon....

im feeling awful tbh. dp just packed first wheels for me tho bless him, he said he's glad no more pushchairs and so am i!! grin

have docs at 11.20 am struggling to breathe now and feel v.wobbly not great with two lo's at home.

must go get them washed/dress have to leave in 10mins!!
Morning all!
Hello happybunny. Sounds like a storm in a teacup to me. Why not both admit some crabbiness and shake hands? HB will sell her pushchair and dis will get one.
Hopefully the Infinity I bought wil be picked up today.
BTW I bought this and then asked if I could meet at the station but seller replied not so I paid for courier.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 07:55:20
the lady just bought the item an then asked could i drive to trafford centre.i cant drive so said sorry i couldnt and she wasnt willing at first to pay courier.i have been slated on here by people who dont know me.that a bit harsh to isnt it?they have heard one side .sorry but i would not have known any of this if it wasnt for a nice ebayer
x
Morning folks......wondered where you were Nicola, you feeling any better?
Hope you are feeling better nicola.
Actually you were being snotty by sending the transaction cancel without you both trying to sort it out first. However you seem to prefer reacting to things with a heavy hand if you are sending things to a soliciter. Also using a smilie after all that is EXTREMELY passive-aggressive.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 07:33:11
Morning all! seems i missed all the excitement whilst off ill in bed!! grin
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I am not a wierdo! also yes i have refunded your paypal .i am not being slated.not willing to trade with you DISENCHANTED3
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 07:18:58
hi
i am not pocketing the rest as the £8.04 dhl charge isnt insured for anything over £50 when the pram is £149.99 .Pepples79-
i do feel threatend by her feedback .i cant deliver as dont drive an hubby away .the lady should not have bought without asking these questions 1st.i am willing to pack
didnt get email as i had gone to bed
i was told of another ebay what was being written about me an i feel this unfair
Also i am not being a t*t !!!!!!
i am not being snotty .
people shouldnt judge of one person comments
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 07:11:05
Next time ask a question on ebay before you buy.i cant deliver as i dont drive either.courier is £15 as i send with dhl an due to the item being £149.99 i add the insurance on to.i went to bed hence why i couldnt answer your email
it was not collection only
also i dont trade out of ebay like you asked.not how ebay works
i will not be threatened by your feedback remark.i have sent all these logs to ebay and will also be sending it to my solicitor.
i am a happy bunny apart from when i am being slated
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Mon 06-Jul-09 07:01:11
I had gone to bed .That's why no response to your email.
MOrning! I am getting my BJCM this morning - very excited. Not going to get a footmuff but will keep an eyet out for a second hand buggysnuggle tha goes for winter as I like them. Also on look out for (cheap) BJCM carrycot and child tray.

That ebay user does sound a little snotty but as pebbles said if the ebay auction said collection only then maybe she has a reason for that. Hope it all works out. Are fees how much you have to pay ebay to list your item?
I don't understand why she would want to cancel when you've said you'll collect but I think it would be unfair to leave anything other than a positive if the item is as described. She's probably only willing to pack for a courier to avoid a negative which I think is wrong and it's why the feedback system shouldn't have changed. I prefer to use my own courier too because the guy knows me and knows what times I'm in and what times to avoid. I'm just saying that if she wanted collection only then there's obviously a reason for it or else she would have offered courier collection.
I can understand what you are saying pebbles but i think this person is being unhelpful.

would'nt be surprised if she books £8 courier and is pocketing the difference.

I am disliking ebay more and more these days. if its not people wanting something for nothing its those wanting their fees covered
Right off to bed!

Night night!! xx
Yes but pebbles, i then told her i would collect from her house and paypal her and she went funny again and sent me a cancel transcation thing?!
she has defo earnt at least a neutral feedback! why would you want to go to the trouble of packing for a courier instead of meeting halfway?!!

just focus on those lovely pink accessories on your nice black frog smile
Personally I probably wouldn't meet someone either when handing over a pushchair for that amount of money. I've got 3 children and it would be very awkward for me having to do it, if I put something on ebay for collection only then that's what I'd expect.
JUST PAID FOR STOOOOPID £15 COURRIER angry
Yes LG&T swapsie! grin

Just been looking online and I think they will fit

Are you keeping the spotty liner?
Yes kitty if i want £20 for something and fees come up as £2, ill sell for £22 to cover fees then!
Don't understand that fees thing surely that what you cost in when you set the starting price, it's to get round ebay fees but still a rip off
what is up with some people?!

when i collected my frog last week seller was fab and met me at the train station as had both DC in tow.

carrielou - good to hear you got your denim cam. There was a frog listing earlier with £40 postage and someone asked if they could colect seller said yes but im charging you £15 to cover my fees shock
I might Maxy, Ive only ever left a neg once before,

but I really don't see her problem!? She wanted collection, I told her I would collect as I had a lift and pay via PP,

then she sends cancel transaction thing?!

Well I've declined it!
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 23:05:50
What a t*t she is being?? But why?? Surely if she met you ok it may cost her a fiver say in petrol which you could pay her and if you pay her in cash anyway it will save her on pp fees?

I asked a cam seller about if I could arrange my own courier as she was charging 39.99 and she replied that no, it was costing her 22.49 and she was adding the rest to cover her fees. When I said she could not do this she said don't bid then. I forwarded that email to ebay whilst I reported it (can you tell I was a prefect??!!)
She is silly as you can still leave her negative feedback though.
Shes ignoring me now and wont send invoice without the £15 postage on so I can't pay

And haven't got her adress

Looks like I haven't got a frog

what a weirdo!
she is taking the p a bit

it's not like it's something at £10 you are buying either
You know what the funniest part is??

Shes called 'happybunny' hmm
OMG, now shes sent a 'cancel this transaction' thing shock
I don't think so hunny!

Am paying now!! lol
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 22:36:49
LOL Dis.. at you already having the colour!

What is up with that lady!!!
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Aha! www.baby2k.com/sBP.cfm?brand=Jane&name=Strata_2008_09&productColour=Urban&stage=2 one

I have the footmuff that matches too. Tis blardy warm though!
oh the yellow / coal one

I had a nomad and 2 carseats in it
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Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 22:32:07
This Disbut mine is in Urban colour. Will look for it.
I hate driving but don't know what I would do without the car, we are a 25 min walk away from nursery and 30 mins from Asda and the shops, buses are a nightmare.
We are getting some money soon and are investing it ALL in getting DH driving and our crappy car on the road!!
Do you think DH would like a Heartbreaker Infinity for his birthday grin?
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 22:27:44
Bugger Dis. Lovely Bug though...

My dh can't drive either but i can!!!
Whats the strate G&T i have a pink maxi cosi, but do use it in my mums car.
That's a bit off Dis I would drive a bit for someone who couldn't and had small kids as I know how hard it is to get a bus with littlies.

I think I may have acquired a Heartbreaker Infinity grinwink so excited
gonna have to pay for courrier even though shes only a few miles away.

Grrr wish DH could drive!!!
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 22:25:56
Aw Dis sad Hope she softens. We can swap and swap back, no probs smile

Now i would like a maxi cosi in pink (pref) and adaptors for the gecko. Cheap though ladies, or swap for a Jane strata in urban complete with cocoon nest thingy.
Having a bit of a problem with frog seller,

We don't drive and she lives about 40 mins drive away, I asked if we could meet at traff centre, in between us as I can get the bus there,

she said 'no we wont meet you can collect from house or cancel'
hmm

I've just said that it will be very hard for me to get the bus to her area as I don't know where it at all and will ahve to find a bus route that goes near her house etc...

Shite!

People are usually nice when I explain that I can't drive and have little kids, I always offer to meet somewhere close to them but thats easy for me to get to iykwim?
LG&T ive been asking everyone if the gecko fits frog & no one seems to know!!

REALLY want the pink hood & basket,

shall we just swap and if not swap back? lolol
A bit like an Infinity?
I'm up Carrie, feel free to Email smile

Fab about the denim Bug! I love the denim ones. I think red looks lovely with them as well, and would do either sex!

£250 without the car seat is crazy! The seller lives in a posh part of Newcastle, obviously need the cash!

This is near me. Good buy for someone maybe?
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 21:57:24
These are the cake people [smile]

Dis you are welcome to a swap if they fit.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 21:50:44
Evening all.

5inthebed must email you about something if I am not too late??

Guess who has a denim bugaboo with brand spanking new chasis and wheels??!! Dd gets the bug back for our walks and gave me parasol. When I know if splodge is boy or girl to know which colour footmuff etc to buy. I do feel a bit weird buying second hand but they are so expensive new and this time I got lucky grin

That navy frog they wanted 250 buy it now without the carseat.
I had forgot you were getting the BJCM Dis too grin will that be you then it and the frog? well for this week lol
I could have a look in mine if you like? It's only a 5 minute walk from my house. Only problem is, so is Mothercare, Next and Brantano hmmgrin
No cam bits in mine either,

I couldn't Im crap at sewing!
yeah tried the local tkmax nothing. sad
im thinking of having a bash at making some myself. will find out next week if im going to be on mat leave for the full 9 months so thought i'd get myself a new hobby!

Have any of you tried making your own?
You ever looked in TKMaxx Jiggly? They always have bug cam fabrics in. SOmeone said they fit Frog?
oh you must do piccies of the pink and black!

Im finding it difficult to get hoods/liners in boys colours its all girly stuff envy
buting? i mean buying!
Not spoken to her yet, tomorrow I hope

Thanks jiggly but i need pink
When are you getting the frog? I love mine (can't stop myself buting bits for it. Got two hoods and two carrycots coming this week!

I also have a black breezy for sale and it looks good on the frog if you should want one wink
Two new prams then Dis! When you collecting Frog?
Its giving me the willies grin

Am very happy about my frog.

oooh BJCM is coming tomorrow! had forgotten! lol
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 21:05:51
That is def a wheelchair, its fit for the tip!
jeeezus no,

it cant be a buggy.

weird.
Whatever it is, it's bloody ugly!
You wouldn't seriously push a toddler round in it though would you!
thats an old wheelchair surely?!?!
Good grief!!!!!
I can't type today hmm
I was the same with the Gecko Claret. I had 49 watchers in the last hour, and it went for £150, which was what I had the starting bid.

I still quite like this. I think it'll go cheap as well. Might be worth it just to look at. I need a cheap pram for the MIL anyway.
Yean my DH does the mechanics I do the cleaning and my aubt (seamstress) does covers etc,

But on that one its only the harness strap needing stitched on and bar straightening,

FAB
Nice Dis. You any good at repairing prams? The carrycots on Bugs always look so nice.

Parasol and footmuff person still not paid hmm
I live i a busy area though so always lots to choose from round here I think.

Am well chuffed,

I want LG&Ts basket now! ha!

can I buy it?

will it fit?! hmm
oh and largeg&t your in my neck of the woods im just outside southampton
you have the touch when it comes to pushchairs!!! especially with no post

don't be sorry, quickest bidder wins smile
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 20:35:55
Dis!!!!!!!!!!! lollollol
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 20:35:50
I'm not happy :-( I had 30 watchers on the Ziko and it went for a poor £30, the buyer is local so no need to wait for courier etc.
Just need to put the covers on now.

Good buy on the Frog Dis.
oops sorry jiggly

its local so no p&p either
evening

lol i knew that would be you dis!

beat me to it as was waiting for pics to be added.
ooooh look what I got!! :)
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 20:26:45
I know. I got a snotty email too as i asked on Friday when it would be arriving. She said she had already told me that she was a way from Sat-Mon.

When i sold Jane last week in the evening i organised delivery for the following day and she had it 12 hours after that!
I was trying to watch a film, but couldn't get into it!

Hate it when something you order takes nearly a week to come!
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 20:12:25
Im here...

No delivery for me till Weds!!! I paid for it on Thursady << harumph >>
I was asking if your hood & basket would fit on a frog though grin
Quiet on here tonight, yoooo hoooo...?!
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 20:08:27
Will keep my eyes peeled for you. I am Southampton\Portsmouth smile
Lol, no tar, looking for black frog.
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this one It is near 5in...
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Dis if you bid on that Navy Frog further down the list with car seat i would happily swap the Gecko and all the extras for it smile

<< tempted >>
Thanks claret
frog im after.

email me SK

pug_d@hotmail.com
Carrie, forgot to ask, how much were they wanting for Frog?
Theboob, you can get them brand new for that price at Kiddicare. £150 IMO is not a bargain.

LOL Dis, what are you like! What kind of Bug are you wanting?
Dis - I am definitely interested I cannot believe you are selling it already, which bug you getting?
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 18:40:37
Knew you would Dis!
I have paid you for the little life backpack now. Thanks!
I want a bug.
what about sweetkitty? Wasn't she interested?
eh? what? already? grin
Anyone interested in my heartbreaker infinity?

Before i put it on the forsale board?
detol mould remover,go carefully though
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 17:24:57
Hi!

Well I have finally got the Zapp covers off, what a faff! Won't be doing that more than is necessary. It looks fine now although there is a couple of mould spots underneath the seat. Any ideas how I get them off?
hello, sorry to dive on your thread but was just looking for some advice really smile
DC4 is due in september and i friend from college has offered me her infinity with carrycot for £150 , the pushchair attachement has never been used and still in box along with 2 raincovers , changing bag etc, how are these prams and do they push well etc grin
oh it's in toffee colour too , thankyou x
stop it 5in. I have emailed you back wink
I didn't read the description.

Oo well done! I can give you the difference if you like? Really, you are doing me a big big favour!
yeah that's the one with the missing screw 5in. I've had it with missing things on pushchairs I reckon! Anyway....I clicked buy it now on the beige one. Yikes!! Better get selling now grin
Infinity in Nuneaton might go cheap.
I have texted you 5in! lol at the dodgy accent......bet mine isn't wink Doesn't make much difference really tbh, just the money side of it....explained in text!!
Oh blush. She had a dodgy accent wink
Don't mind your DS having a go in the pram at all! You're dong me a big favour collecting it!

She said the SK6 one is her mams address and she isn't in til tea time, as she watches her DC at her house at SK2. What day is good for you?
I can't spell today sorry!
You will find my dear that the postcodes are sk grin not fk yes bredbury is fab. I am jus up the road from there In fact my postcode is sk6 I can walk to that and put Ds in it to come home if you didn't mine. I better get it packed up quickly, Dh will pass out if he thinks I've bought another Mutsy straight away grin. I still haven't got your cat through with your number. I'll email you mine now.

I'm worried about the lightness of it too.... hmm
Nice Infinity Maxy! Not alight coloured pram fan, but that looks in great condition.

The Mutsy person said she can drop the pram off at her mams if it is closer to you. The two postcodes are Offerton FK2 and Bredbury FK6. Are those near you at all?
yes, they still have box and everything. Wanted red, but suppose I could get a red buggy sbuggle for winter grin always wanted the star one!
Sound like a plan!
The cream one looks in wonderful condition maxy.
I would probably make yourself a decent infinity and then sell off bits of the chassis - wheels/basket/screws etc and sell off the covers. Blue is as rare as the pink and black covers so would probably make more money and much easier to pack that a full pushchair.
lol, yes you could make a bomb grin it's this dunoon. quick help me! haven't got enough funds yet but he said he can wait a few days so need to get selling!
ooh pic?
Liaghen's had a broken handle too but different bit. Must be a vulnerable area.
I am debating wether to use bits of the blue Infinity to make one decent chassis or just choose best and sell other one. I could sell each screw off to other Infinity owners.lol
Ah right. I had that problem with my silver cross but fortunately silver cross themselves could fix it. It must be a common fault as one on ebay goes today that has same fault!! That's why I asked how easy it was to source.

Now then, do I want a cream infinity. As new??
maxy I didn't find the screw for the Infinity. The woman who sold it to me said she had taken it into a hardware shop and they had found one that fitted.
I phoned Hauck and they said that they are having problems sourcing that screw and may have some in a few weeks and to keep trying.
Just got back from uptown too. We all did Macdonalds and then I took DD3 in the pushchair and tried to find a bra to fit. Tried on 6 and one fitted so I guess that is a success.
Sticky here and I'm hoping for cooler weather.
Yay on mutsy 5in although I have lost track again of wants what and is getting what.
Presumably BJMCs arriving tomorrow?
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 11:58:26
lol 5in glad you got it. how much was the ebay one then?

i just got home got some congestion tablets in boots hope they help and had a wonder round shops, still v.warm out supposed to be cooler today but its not. supposed to be down to 17c tomorrow! hope so not feeling well its a struggle in this heat.

got the boys some lovely ticking stripe trousers in peacocks v.bodenesque! £4!
I.can't. breathe.

Mutsy is mine for £100 without car seat gringringringrin

Maxy, will CAT you my mobile number as I'm going out for dinner. Can you please text me smile
Morning Maxy, you're looking beautiful today grinwink. I've text that person about the Mutsy, just waiting for a reply. I'll let you know what she says.

DH took the kids out so I could have a nice lie in this morning. Feel so much better after a good nights sleep. DS3 didn't sleep well Thursday or Friday night, but slept right through last night as it was cooler. Hoping for a repeat performance tonight as I've got a driving lesson at half 9!
My DH IS lovely....even if I do say so myself grin. He never encourages me to buy ANYTHING though, let's just get that one straight, especially prams lol wink
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Have put my pics of ds on facebook and he looks so cute! I think everyone knows I'm an addict.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 09:20:38
no nomad is the actual make. they are made for mb's i think? i thik i will just get it anyway as last one left in pumpkin on kiddicare!

oooh maxy how lovely! your dh sounds fab, looking at prams AND taking you clothes shopping v.nice. my dp at work again all day but is finishing early thank goodness to watch tate do Tae Kwon Do then we are off to my parents for dinner nice.
wasy? wasy? what's that?!!! Tch terrible! I meant was easy....blush
dunoon.....did you find it wasy to get a screw for your handle for infinity?
Nicola is nomad footmuff same as jane ordinary footmuff?
If so they are great and fitted DD3 last winter.
You obviously have some kind of virus Nic don't you?

Yeah, had the tooth out and still a pain!!

Thanks about 5in....hope they still have it for her.

Right must finish my tea off before it is stewed grin and see if I can get DH up to take me out (whispers - he is giving me some money today to buy ME some clothes!!! What a lucky girl) grin
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 09:04:40
I hope you feel better soon Nicola. You need to be well for the wedding!
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 08:58:53
sure will maxy! sorry you have tooth/mouth ache thats the worse. i still feel crap had enough of being poorly now!!
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 08:49:16
Yeah SK he was pretty mad but he will see that we will need it. Just cannot be bothered taking P&T with us. It is really big folded (only just learnt to fold it). My ds1 loves the Zapp, dd keeps pushing him round the room.

That I'Coo looks massive, yeah someone shoud tell them to use a cheaper courier or no one will buy it.
£70 they are having a laugh, I saw one that was £40, feel like e-mailing them and saying have you heard of senditnow £10.99 any size?

Claret - I am still laughing about you sending DP to pick up a pram and not telling him, glad you like the Zapp though

pebbles - off to google I'coo Targo now
lol Nic, I wasn't getting it. I just loved the postage cost...it's very heavy apparently......lol Sheesh! I hope 5in sees my message about helping her out with Mutsy.

Nic if I'm not on and you hear from her will you tell her should be fine please?
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 08:39:43
Morning all.

I emailed about that frog too 5in to ask for a buy it now without the carseat as I would want to get a new one. Price made my eyes water so still looking for another cam.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sun 05-Jul-09 08:37:26
No to tako maxy!! they are bloody awful!!!!

im thinking of getting nomad footmuff anyone had one? good for toddlers?

anyone have a nice changebag that looks like a handbag and not too huge??
Have I seen everyone off? grin

Have to show you all this They will post it it says.....but it's £70!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! WHAT???
Morning.

Only me up (hoorah!) fed up of throbbing in my tooth....well no tooth actually as I had it removed a week and a half ago. Think she muct have packed it with something as I keep having to get all this stuff out and it tastes of this awful medicine stuff....urgh,

Sorry.....right!

5in.....if I can help, of course I will! Contact them and see. Can you find out exactly where they are in Stockport, if it's still available. Just let me know. grin
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Can't work out how you get the covers off. Will have to wait till the kids have a nap this afternoon so I can have a play. dd & ds1 are playing with it. Ds1 is so happy he has a buggy for him.
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I have just seen the folding etc on you tube. I saw an american version first and they had a Zapp with 4 wheels. I have never seen one of those before. Would be much more inclined to go for a 4 wheeled version tbh. Maybe they just do them in the US.
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oooh strawberry nice, thats what i had for my first zapp claret is a lovely colour!
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It is red the logo already come off, the covers need a bit of a wash. Took me a while to work out how to fold as well.

My friend is selling her Cossatto Mobi. I'm taking poictures of it tomorrow to put on ebay for her. It is girly colours.
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morning!!

yes you can claret go online as it is a little fiddly and i swore i'd never do it again. my covers came out fab tho i put it in pillowcase as was worried about logo rubbing on bottom. what colour is it?

large g&t i always think the mobi looks a bit low? but nice shiny chassis!
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Morning All!

Well dh went to pick up the Zapp, first the people weren't in so he had to go back later. He kidda hit the roof when he found out what it was. But he seemed to chat to the seller and her husband and wasn't so bad later on.

Can you take the covers off a zapp and wash them?
I'd keep an eye out for a cheap I'coo Targo SK
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 23:17:53
What about the cosatto mobi? That looks nice i think.
Funny you are talking about cakes, just ordered an icing topper for DH and DD3's birthdays, will order one for DD1's 5th birthday soon as well

Spent a fortune in the Matalan party shop on decorations for DD1's birthday too.

On pram front DH has said I can have a rear facer now just to find a nice one I like, the seller of the pink Infinity on eby hasn't got back to me about BIN sad
yeh!! grin
sorry Maxy - I've paid you now. If you're getting a really hard time let me know. She's only hounding you now she knows someone else wants it
Ooooo Maxi, would you be able to collect it for me if I PP you the cash? I'll pay you a bit extra as well for your time grin. I don't need the car seat though, so you could keep that and sell it if you wanted!

<clings on to Maxi's leg and begs her to stay>
Yes it is......lol have to go now, keep me posted grin
Oh I like that! Is that near you Maxi hmmgrin? Maybe I'm not getting a bargain after all!
That would be great LGAT , I'd really like to start doing all the kids cakes myself. I cheated the last time and bought a cake topper.
I know 5in. Best one is always London. Ninja has paid so it is hers...thanks Ninja grin

this
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Will look for you 5in.

You need to buy some ready roll fondant, preferably a specialist cake shop as they do big blocks much cheaper than the supermarkets and they do the very necessary paste colours too.

Buy online too. Will link you to one tomorrow. I love cake baking. It is ds#3 7th birthday next week. No idea what he wants.
Nobody seems to use Gumtree near mehmm
lol grin I have had a fight for it today....well sort of. Girl who was having it was being a slight pest. So Ninja is meant to be having it and collecting on Tuesday grin, and now the girl is hounding me begging for it hmm

Odd

Have you looked on gumtree? It was either manchester gunmtree or preloved I saw nice one.
5in just make sure you don't pay personal payment and you should still be covered with paypal.
I'm not paying £200 for it!
I was going to arrange courier. If I pay PP, but not gifted, how hard is it to claim money back if he doesn't actually send it?
Not bothered on colour Maxy...is yours still available? grin
I've bought a cake tin, well a mould I suppose, lol! It's one of those silicone ones, not sure how good they are though? They cake bit I'm fine with although DS doesn't like jam or cream so I think I'll sandwich it with caramel . Am I best making my own icing or buying some ready to roll stuff?
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 21:55:49
Hmmmm 5in, not sure really. I think you should hold out.

The frog looks great! I would swap for the Gecko i am waiting on!!
5in......you can get them cheaper than that you know.......have seen one recently too.....damn it can't remeber. Do you want black?
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 21:53:28
right just realised im sat in complete darkness it is nearly 10pm i really am going to bed!!!

night all xx
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is he sending or are you picking up on your way to my wedding??!
T'is this one. I don't need the car seat though so told the bloke so. The low ebay score is putting me off slightly as well.
Navy Frog going near me if anyone interested?
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 21:49:29
Night NIc.

I have no idea about dealing outside of ebay. Is it too good to be true? Will it be a courier? What colour?

I dabble in cake decorating Pebble, see Peppa pig on my profile somewhere i think. Go for it. Grey is an easy colour to make too. You need big cake tins. I have some you could borrow if you need them.
Really Nicola? Maybe I shouldn't then. Have done it a ew times and never had a problem. But I am a bit weary of the price tbh.

Pebbles, that looks fab! Wish I had the talent to do something like that. Would you just need to ice a cake to make it look like that?
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 21:45:59
That does look fab...go for it pebbles but i'd do a trial run (icing only) i think first. i haven't even thought about ds3's cake yet and its only just over a week away bless him. it will be from marks or sainsburys this year i think!
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 21:44:06
right im off to the safety and comfort of my bed! dp won't be home for another couple of hours yet so can have it all to myself for now. and then start tomorrow afresh with another list of jobs!
Totally O/T but what do you all think of this? I'm going to attempt something similar for DS1's birthday!!! I used to be very artistic and did a bit of cake decorating in school but do you think it's a bit ambitious for someone who hasn't decorated a cake in about 15 years?!!
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 21:43:11
LG&T i like that idea grin
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5in i wouldn't do outside of ebay no way??? how much is it love?
Only got £150 for it, but not to worry. It sold, thats the main thing grin Wish I'd bought that carrycot for £10 now as probably could have made another £30. Not to worry.

It is the Mutsy 4 rider lite grin. So excited. Just a bit dubious about sending money outside of Ebay, especially such a high amount. Just need to pay for it!

But totally pleased with the deal. Pram, footmuff, raincover and bag, all mutsy all good, fab condition.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 21:39:07
Hmmm hire a babysitter and casually mention you are off out for your hen night but didnt want to put them out so you have < insert babysitters name > to come over and help.

Then RUN

grin
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 21:37:19
the inlaws wouldn't have them and im petrified of leaving them with them anyway there just not hands on or particularly affectionate shall we say!!
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no they blardy well aren't!! but still they just come here all the time expecting to be fed and watered!! gggrrr!

well done on selling gecko, what did it go for hunnie??
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What Mutsy? I have had the 4 rider lite and loved it. The seat unit was a weird material though. A sheep liner would have been lovely in it. The bright turquoise and green were such nice colours.

Thanks for the kiddie comments smile

I have had sooooooooooo many buggies. I had the first 3 wheeler they did over here in Mothercare. My most crazy to date was for dd, it was a Mothercare Paul Vogler one, it was all pink and sparkly. Even the rain cover!! They should make it again as it would do so well.

5in what did the Bugaboo make? << nosey >>

Nic leave the kids with the inlaws and GO OUT.
Ewwww Nicola, the In laws! I hope they aren't stopping with you!
<snoops in LG&T's profile>

Gorgeous kiddies lg&t. Was going to say your two DS's look alike, then realised they are twins blush

Sold all the big stuff grin. Now should I buy a Mutsy, or shall I have a look around Ebay and see what there is?
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 21:29:17
largeg&t (fab name btw) my dp went away for 10days and that was a long time so my hat goes off to you esp with 7 dcs (feeling v.naughty now grumbling)

i hope to do something but with the bloody inlaws here ALL the time in run up theres hardly time to breathe let alone entertain. i will try and do something. trying to fit in a massage and manicure is hard enough!!
lg&t I just read some of your profile to see where you live. 7 dcs! wow.
So what pushchairs have you had?
<<sidetracked>>
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Me too. We could all bring our pushchirs grin

Or would that be very sad.
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Aw Nic that is terrible. Couldnt some friends just come over and share a takeaway? My hen was very low key but fun all the same.

My dh is away for 6 months sad
I'll come over with wine!
[any excuse]
grin
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i know its really wearing isn't it? dp works pretty much every w/end i know he has days off in week but that is generally when im on my course or helping at school so v.little time together. i find his parents v.hard work they are v.strange with kids not v.hands on. but they come here expect to be waited on always pitching up at meal times expecting to be fed etc. I feel sorry for Terry as he is not like them but he loves his parents obviously. its hard work to say the least!! i have'nt even had time or money to have a hen night so feel a bit sad bout that too.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 21:16:48
Blardy hell i love it and i have just sold a Jane powertwin!!! Typical.
Oh dear Nicola.
Swimming is for DDs1 and 2 so during the day is out. I used to take DD1 when she was a baby but tbh I hate swimming pools and never found she enjoyed it enough to justify the faff of wet clothing sticking to damp bodies and juggling a baby whilst trying to get dressed.
At least when they go to group lessons you can sit and read a book in the comfort of the seating area!
I too am sick of the usual. I told DP I would be having some time to myself tomorrow and he said 'oh yes I will need some headspace myself!'
Fabulous, leaving me to look after DCs and do the housework AS USUAL.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 21:06:01
just had fil to be on phone. god he rubs me up wrong way. seemed surprised that my life is so busy reminded me they arrive next saturday for a bloody week oh the joys!!!!
flyme - dont tempt me only came over to nick some of carrielou's cheese cake while stamping feet cus i want more bug stuff!

Came so close to doing an emergency ebay listing for everything I own just to have a lovely denim bug. blush
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 21:01:00
the grove is lovely, i used to work v.close to there.

are there no lessons during the day you could go to while dd1 is at school and dd2 nursery?

i have just worked all our lessons round again as luka starting nursery so can't do his normal time and tate swapping to afternoons. its tricky but is worth it. all my ds have gone from around 6m.

im so worn out may go to bed soon, sick of the relentless kids/housework/coursework/wedding treadmill atm. feel like haven't seen dp all week we still haven't written our wedding vows and its only 2weeks away shock

5in i know i feel i am become a reformed pramaholic i really do!!! i've got bug frog here that i took collection of for another lady and not even played with it!
this is near me if anyone is remotely interested
Nicola. DD1 and I would get the bus to StJohns and then walk back but at 7.00 at night in winter it was no joke. Then she reached level 7 in swimming and the only weekend time was at 6.30 so we were walking home even later and because there was only one bus an hour we were getting there half an hour early and having to hang about.
I couldn't face taking all three on the bus after school and there was no ducklings class that DD2 could have gone to on at the same time to make it slightly more worthwhile so swimming stopped sad
Now I am thinking that DD1 could stay at home or play with her friends and I could take DD2 and DD3 on the bus after school now.
I really would like to make the effort but public transport is so crap.
<<wimp>>
It is really nice to have green space nearby. We have the grove and at this time of year it's just an extension of al the local's backyards.
Coolkat, I bought a 2nd hand baby jogger footmuff off Ebay (they are rare to get) for £25. They are worth the wait though, as they have a fleece that you can zip off inside both on the front and back when it gets cooler.

Also, my DS3 is roughly the same age as yours, and I found he slumps as well if I don't have the crotch bit tightened. Other than that, I love my BJCM grin

Nicola, I can't beleive you're being so good about prams. The "old" Nicola would have bought a BJCM in every colour just incase there was one she liked wink
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 20:30:03
flyme i love having all that so close by, we can walk by river, swim in pool have castle to go round and the fabby park all 10mins from my house grin

i used to walk all the way to st.johns from my house at the top of camden road when tom was about 18m to swimming lessons was a good 45min walk each way loved it!
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 19:39:39
push it blush
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Evening.

Got my silver cross and it is stunning, fab condition, gorgous, I love it. No good though for buggy board and though it just glides along I can't it and hold dd's hand sad.

Nearly got my hands on a denim bug but price way too high and though I would glady pay a little more to a trusted mnetter it's silly to pay such an increase than they sell for on ebay. So it's back to watching and waiting for one.

Having a slice of cheesecake to get over the trauma of being so close!!
Buggysnuggle is just a brand name, it's still a footmuff.
We all went to Tonbridge this afternoon. I wanted to put in an application for swimming lessons as I had gotten all excited about the Sat am classes. However on the journey we realised that doing that every sat would get quite tedious not to mention the extra cost. Ho hum.
But we walked around the castle bit and dp and dds went on the little train. Lovely day.
Oh and I had DD3 in the Infinity and DP had DD2 in the Energy.
Can someone tell me what footmuffs are for? We got one with the XLR when DS was a baby but have never used i, we got a buggysnuggle when he was about 6months old.

Just ebay search baby jogger footmuffs
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 19:00:30
im deffo not getting it(the BJCM)after a volo i think but will wait and see first as to if i actually miss having a second buggy.
My liner is from Sarah at Chunkle Munkle.
I have looked and they must be hidden! Will search again. . . .
evening ladies.

coolkat there are 2 red BJCM footmuffs on ebay at the moment, think they are at about a tenner atm.

I have the XLR at the moment as well and I honestly think you lot must all have a different version to me - the storage is AWFUL - however I will concede it's easy to hang things off the handlebars.
Sorry to butt in ladies, I ahve the BJCM got it 2 weeks ago <yes I am peeved I paid £160!> I also think its not that upright, DD only just 8 months so tend to have her back a bit anyway. Only use for the school run and shopping as have a vigour for when walking that DD loves hanging off the bumper bar!

Pebbles out of interest where did you get that liner from, I want something as don't want to get it dirty! Sadly we got the red/cream/black as DH prefered that and it was my only hope of getting one! I do need to get the rain cover and footmuff now though! Any alternative sugestions to the expensive BJ ones appreciated!
Pebbles I have to say yours is def more upright than that one in JL. I honestly could NOT get it to go completely upright. Even DH (like he cares?!) commented on that. Wonder why that was? hmm
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 16:31:28
i think im waiting for them to sell out so the decisions out my hands. its just not 'pretty enough' for me. i love my quest.
I think you should just get one grin. Feels a bit like the Luna to push.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 16:27:41
ok its v.upright then i concede to that!!
Please excuse the mess of DD, we're having a lazy day grin. BJCM in it's most upright position.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 16:21:13
yes it does. i don't think im getting it. would only be getting it as a 'bargain' but only a bargain if you like/need it eh? wink

i do fancy the humbug fizz but it felt flimsy in john lewis. i might get a yellow volo or pea green one.
The seat is DEF not upright enough IMO. It reminded me of zia (only seat wise in the recline!!!) DS would not like it I don't think. Bet if you put Tate in he'd be ok as older.....if that makes sense?
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 15:58:42
i still can't decide what i want what to get, i do think i need a second pushchair but something small lightweight compact fold v.upright seat. still dithering over BJCM...only six left too atm.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 15:09:09
I know, I haven't actually told hinm what he is picking up yet. I'm sure he will come round once it is here. Then I'm def not having anymore pushchairs! Famous last words!
The Ziko finishes on Monday night and there are 22 watchers with 1 bid of £20.

I'm really happy with my Pulse. It is so easy to push. Dh seems to like it as well.
Dis - Aurora looks so lovely and comfy in the carrycot

Claret - that is so funny sending DP to pick up another pushchair

Nicola - I'm sorry I have to agree the red spots are a wee bit girly, I think they should do it in a lime green or an azure blue colour too would be fab
Nicola I think it's ok. i would have it for DS smile
Nicola i just rang them so have found out.
No Nic, not on this one unfortunatly. Would have been fab though.

Id love a kath kidston Mac, too expensive though.

I love red with white spots its honestly my all time fave pattern!
Nicola do they do swimming lessons on a Saturday morning at Tonbridge pool?
That's one thing about Infinity that is annoying- storage. The basket is a bit crap imo. Sure it could be a lot better too if it was attached differently. Could be deeper.
There are pockets on the hood but not so good when DCs are facing you.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 12:49:27
some of them have a bit that pulls up out of mattress or rather board on base to form a backrest?

i was put of kidston mac maxy everyone thought it was girly to have red spots hmm
not sure what you mean about backrest on matress nic?

I agree about maclarens, basket a bit hard to acess but can sqeeze alot in plus good hanging space on handles and pocket on back.
Yeah I love the height behind the Mac seat grin Get the kidston Mac instead! I like that grin
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 12:41:20
she does look v.cute!! does the mattress have a backrest bit too? its nice and spacious for her nice in this weather too.

i don't know what to get wish i could love the BJCM but i just don't. i was same with p&t tho and then i got it!! agree with you maxy about mac's people moan about baskets but you can stash loads in and above the basket behind seat. i get three childrens and mine and terry's swimming gear all in quest!
She dioes like to sleep

I had to put a pillow behind her when we were out incase she fell back over bumps, she loved sitting up.
Awww, she's so cute! Think that's the first pic I've seen of her when she's awake . She looks gorge in the carrycot.
Aurora in carry cot

and another

Dis you have to show us a piccie of Aurora in the carrycot, I love seeing kids like that
Yep, I've had two full bags of shopping in the BJCM basket. You can also keep stuff on the hood and there's a large storage pocket on the back too.
Ooh grabbed a BARGAIN at carboot, raincover that im 99% sure will fit BJCM perfectly £2!!



Just need to get infinity one, think ill splash out on official one as its much harder to fit a universal one to that and saved so much on BJCM one!

Decided des keeping my gorgeous infinity and BJCM!

Took Aurora to carboot sat up in the carrycot with the harness on, she looked soooo cute!!!With little summer dress and hat on, shes so ace grin

Oh crap forgot to paypal lovely lady for FFP harness blush ...

<<runs to paypal>>

sorry!!
have you sorted a rear facer yet then maxy?
is it pebbles? It's just the Mac is great, as also have handles if need be. Plus I can store larger items behind the seat in the xlr grin sort of behind ds head as the big hood keeps things in plaace grin
I think the BJCM basket is very deceiving - you can fit loads in it!
Right I knew those pigs would come out grin I know you, you will NOT be happy with one to "tide you over" lol. There is very little storage on BJCM, one of the reasons puts me off to be honest. Not much stashing space!
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 11:22:28
its not at all actually, i think i'd rather have another buggy type or maybe i should just look for a very cheap one on ebay to tide me over summer? or rent an xt from rentabuggy!!!
lol nicola, the pull of the BJCM is so strong is'nt it?! I am still resisting so far grin
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 11:09:58
im starting to think i might need two buggies after all.

long days out over summer and stuff? or if for example we go to legoland and my mum has luka whilst we go i'd like to take a buggy to stash stuff more than anything so do i get a volo/silver cross fizz in humbug or the BJCM??
i'll e-mail you with my mobile no
It has original mutsy footmuff, used once raincover and pump. I can give you my land line if you like, be easier!!
yes - remind me what it includes again

i'm out in about 20mins, but i'll check back befgore that
If you can let me know asap as DH pacing as he's the driver!!! So he's a bit narked about having to drop it off when we have been waiting for so long for her!!!
Ninja, might you still be interested in Mutsy? I have heard from her, but she needs it dropping off now and now my message hasn't been delivered to her hmm you can email me on rachaelcumbes@hotmail.co.uk if you'd like smile but no worries if not!
I agree the colour isn't great - it just seems cheaper than a lot of the second hand ones
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 10:09:46
Ok I haven't told dh yet about the Zapp. I have given him directions and told him to pick up something.
He is already giving me those "it better not be another pushchair" looks. I'm sure he has been on ebay to check though.
Anyway, off to post some ebay bits.
There's nothing suspicious about it, they are quite cheap especially in those colourways. They used to do much nicer colours.
OK - is there something about this pushcahir. Kiddicare have got the whole pack including the carrycot dead cheap here

I'm suspicious now
Can I humbly ask you expert ladies your opinion.

Is this a good deal?

Is there much difference between the different Infinitys?

Thanks
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Sat 04-Jul-09 08:45:05
lovely day here too today. am knackered too from late night/early start still full of cold. off to library to return books then pool to re-enrol swimming lessons and a wonder through park. dp left for work at 8am and will be there til midnight sad i hate w/ends on my own always seems harder for some reason.

we are taking ds1/2 to ice age next week tate has been so excited about it for months!!

enjoy the carboot dis, don't get any prams wink
No 5in, never heard

Ah well... off to carboot!
I'm off to see Ice Age 3 too with the free tickets MN were giving away. Dis did you hear from them about yours?
LOL, can't blame a girl for trying wink
DS3 was awake loads again last night. When I say awake, I mean rolling around moaning with his eyes closed half asleep hmm I am sooooooo tired. Meant to be taking ds2 to the pictures to see Ice Age 3 but not sure I have the energy for it! He has never been before.

Lovely and sunny here today!
thankyou for chatting all, must get to bed before the heat gets to the little ones again! and am up all night!!
thankyou 5in ....if i manage to sell before you sell i'l be in touch!
nighty nite all
love n hugs
Tracey
xxx
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Fri 03-Jul-09 23:22:52
night night 5in x
awww 5inthebed...id love deeply to say yes...but need to sell my phil and teds!...think will put it on ebay....tomorrow or Sunday as have wedding to go 2 on Sat...may have time Sunday eve if girlies go to bed ok...as will husbandless for few days!
thankyou anyway
love an hugs
xxx
I'll sell it to you right now babydrip for £160 delivered grin

I need to go to bed, but it's too hot to move!
nighty nite! xxxx
haha 5inthebed...im one of your watchers!
aha! cheeky! but clever! lol
Right, off to bed before little mister wakes up.
Thats hilarious. They have a £550 BIN, and the picture they took off the M&P site has £499. Classic!
I saw one of those in the flesh today, they are quite nice. Meant to be the alternative to a Bugaboo. The seat is higher, always a bonus.
for those who like the icoo's look here
lmho blush sorry 5inthebed! its gorgeous!
just seen this! here
but shock at the price
lol babydrip, I'm selling that Gecko grin
Don't get a Loola, heavy an awkward so says all of us.

Think so Nicola. Not sure with the Mothercare brand though.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Fri 03-Jul-09 23:00:37
not keen on the aubergine either, and i think thats alot.

love the colours of the maui its basically an infinity isn't it?

(runs away to do more coursework)
oooh that is nice!,,,and im sure one of my pals lives nearby!...poo! NEED to sell my phil and teds!..
what do you think of the 2 handle loola and the loola up?
I love that colour Frog. Not sure on the price though.
I like this one wink
I love my black frog, but they are hideous in aubergine IMO. I have a cam carrycot on it and various cam hoods as the cream interior isn't nice either. I prefer the black, then you can match it up with whatever colour cam fabrics you fancy. Frogs have really increased in value lately haven't they- mine was only £150.
No, it was the 3+.

I struck a deal with an Ebayer smile See Dis on "How to sweet talk and Ebayer" wink

Maxy, rearfacers in my area are
M&P Skoot
Mothercare Maui (might go cheap)

Nothing else I'm afraid unless you want a M&P MPX. There seem to be loads of those about
what do you think to this?
here
was it the new vigour?...cause ive been told the hood and i think the seat is ment to be bigger
oooh im sooo jel! hope you dont mind me asking...where did you get it from?...think my friends taking me to kiddicare on Wednesday so i can have a play with a few different ones...(i do drive but dont really know the way and am less confident when dont know the way! also hubby going away Sunday till Thurs so dont want to get lost! lol!)
Yes, the light rider in black with bag and footmuff smile. Can't wait!

Buzz 4 is meant to be a bit awkward to push. I've just sold a Vigour 3 wink and it was a lovely pram. Was a friends, but borrowed it once (in the hope I'dlike it) and was lovely to push. Just not a big fan of three wheelers.
oh an also the cam and gheko...thats once ive sold my phil and teds!
oooh which mutsy are you getting? the light rider is one on my wish list...along with buzz 4, vigour 3
I like the colour of it though, really funky.

I hope Bug sells tomorrow, then I can get the Mutsy grin

Cheer up Dis. You sound a bit like how I feel atm. Can't find the perfect pram. Thought I'd be happy with the bug, but not so. I do love the BJCM though.

Although I do want a bumper bar for it now!
hummm yes and not really local eh! grin
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ok....ive scared everyone off blush
babydrip I never trust ads like that.
They can't spell for a start.
Weird.
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dis i hope you find a perfect two you are truly happy with soon. you have had alot of changes recently you need to stick to a list of requirements and make sure that all pushchairs meet that and be ruthless. its the only way. i really think im stopping now! im so amazed i resisted BJ bargain.

i was supposed to do coursework tonight best get going!!
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Fri 03-Jul-09 22:03:24
dis i hope you find a perfect two you are truly happy with soon. you have had alot of changes recently you need to stick to a list of requirements and make sure that all pushchairs meet that and be ruthless. its the only way. i really think im stopping now! im so amazed i resisted BJ bargain.

i was supposed to do coursework tonight best get going!!
aww this looks cute here
Just fed up with them and keep getting in trouble with DH.



I hate bloody buggies.

I'll love the BJCM and really like the infinity but its big and am having bugaboo envy but dun want me bee. Its loony.
Ok gals I am headed for bed after my 5.45 alarm call this am:
DDs 2and3 locked themselves in the bathroom and were making 'potions' I think the sound of the door locking woke me up and I knew straight away what it could mean so I leapt up and hammered on the door. DD2 drops her potion on the floor, unlocks door and they both bolt.
ALL toys confiscated. angry

And do you know they have been happy as Larry today playing on the emty storage units.Obviously they don't need all those toys.
TBH, there's alot of hype about it and although it obviously makes you really ill, it's really no worse that ordinary flu. People die from flu everyday but it's normally those in at risk groups (elderly, ill).
No I'm with you Nicola. Right I'm off, watching a film now grin nighty night x
nicola do you suffer with asthma?....have you been in contact with anyone whose been to mexico recently etc...the symptoms are very sim to general flu...so hard to diagnose....
phew i thought no1 wanted to speak to me blush....lol I know! have you seen the price!!! shock... wonder if they do a 'facing mummy on the bike' version! grin...in PINK!!
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Add message | Report | Contact poster By Fri 03-Jul-09 21:53:56
no im not, i can't understand all the 'frenzy' over it tbh? or am i missing something?
I wouldn't be worried Nic, no more than if you had "flu"
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Fri 03-Jul-09 21:52:50
i know dunoon thats what i was thinking? the kids have had slight colds but not really flu, not ill like i was?
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Fri 03-Jul-09 21:51:46
yep saw that babydrip fab in netherlands not sure where you would actually use it here tho! great idea tho.
Read a description of another MNetters swine flu and it included difficulty breathing.
Ring NHS direct or go to dr for a test?
Or is it nothing to worry about
<<confused>>
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Fri 03-Jul-09 21:50:28
alot cooler down here today eh dunoon its nicely warm today. i like it about 25c thats about right!!
have you seen this?
here
I thought the Gap sale was quite good. the reductions were impressive but they did not have a sunhat with a brim or a light cotton baby blanket which is what I was looking for.
I got two reduced baby blankets for DDs 2and3 to sleep under from Pumpkin Patch.
They are under duvets agin tonight though.
Add message | Report | Contact poster By Fri 03-Jul-09 21:47:54
you know when i was ill at w/end so ill i couldn't move, raging temp, aching limbs and violent sickness....how am i to know whether that was swine flu? also breathing was awful really bad i collapsed monday on landing.