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Sometimes being a lone parent is really hard.

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brightwell · 19/12/2008 08:18

I suppose I'm feeling sorry for myself (doesn't happen often). DD has got flu, I've got a bug, this is the first time in a few days I've been able to get on pc. It was my birthday a couple of days ago, I've had to cancel "going out" plans because dd is ill & now I'm ill. I've got hardly any food in, ds finishes school today, we were going to put the Christmas tree up, but I don't have the energy for it....woe is me!

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FiveDollarShake · 19/12/2008 08:22

Can you not just close the curtains, grab your quilt and spend the day on the sofa with DD watching dvds?

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crazyloon1 · 19/12/2008 08:22

Oh gosh how horrid, I completely understand - started my own misery thread last night! except I moaned much more than you

it is truly horrible isn't it?

do you have anyone at all who might help you out with a little shopping or something? I was lucky to have help from my mum for a few days before she got it too, so we're all a bit stuffed now!

i hope you are better for Christmas x

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brightwell · 19/12/2008 08:27

We've spent the last few days watching dvd's & sleeping, I'm hoping I feel up to shopping tomorrow. I might have a shower later to perk myself up. all my family are recovering from the vomitting bug, so can't really ask anyone. I've left a list out for the milkman...bread, eggs & juice, hopefully he'll have spares on board.

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crazyloon1 · 19/12/2008 08:32

God bless milkmen everywhere

That was clever of you. I hope he produces the necessary...

we are running out of dvds as well! Thank goodness for christmas tv.

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Siriusmewandtinseltoo · 19/12/2008 08:40

I just want to say that all you lone parents are more than entitled to a moan now and then. My two children have both been ill at the same time and I've had an awful cold. Even with my DP getting underfoot helping it's been a struggle. I really don't know how you manage it and have all the respect in the world for you. Don't know if this has made you feel better but I think you deserve a medal. xxx

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crazyloon1 · 19/12/2008 08:41

that is nice of you sirius

i am happy with my £10 bonus

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brightwell · 19/12/2008 08:41

Siriusmewandtinseltoo, Thanks for that! It's not easy at the best of times but even worse when you feel rough.