Need a hand hold -Part 3

Ah the ‘joys’ of having people in to fit things 😅

But again yay for your parents and boo to the school.

I’m so thrilled about how your home is coming together for you 🙏🏻

I used to teach in a Primary School. One day, the whole school had to endure I mean enjoy listening to the school orchestra.

At the back was a lovely boy with autism. During a quiet moment, he loudly said “They are AWFUL!”

”Yes.” everyone said to themselves “Yes they are.”

@AdmittowearingCrocs I was just glad that I didn't know what my son had said, before I was talking to his tutor. There's loads of funny stories I could tell you about our kids, where they have different perceptions or interactions with the world. It's part of the fun of having kids who are ND. It's only as they have become older that they are able to explain the way they think to me, that I've had a few lightbulb moments too. I'd never change them for the world and it's not totally negative bringing up kids with SEN. They have some amazing strengths too.

You are a similar age to me then@Apolloneuro . I was 49 when COVID came along. You do get better at gauging what you can and can't do, when you have a long term health problem but I still have days where I am too stubborn for my own good and only realise that I have overdone it, after the fact.
Keeping weight from building up is something I really struggle with too.

Wow it's so beautiful and modern looking, I know it's a new build but I wasn't expecting it to be so plush. Your parents are being amazing and it's just what you need at the moment. Crafting has been the saviour for my mental health. I never thought of myself as artistic, or more truthfully thought I'm rubbish. However I am finally able to say that I have got a lot better and don't say it anymore. My daughter won't let me say it, she'll tell me off if I do. 😂

Morning spoonies! So glad you had a good sleep Laura and that you have snow! That's lovely that it's nice and quiet. Do you have neighbours yet? Exciting for your fridge and washing machine.

It's my first work day of the week so I'm sitting at my desk with the cat purring on my knee. DD and I managed to make a quick snowman before I took her to nursery so she was happy! She's a bit confused though and thinks the snow means it's christmas so kept asking when we can get a Christmas tree. People drive like idiots, it wasn't terrible on the roads but not great, a bit of slushy snow n the middle. I was going 40 mph (plenty fast enough) and someone decided to drive 2 m from my bumper.

Morning Laura and the rest of the Spoonies, no snow here ( I am almost as far south as you can get and we rarely get snow). So pleased you slept well Laura with no disturbance from stompy Pete. Yippee for being able to get washing done today Laura, no more washing knickers in the sink 😁
Have a lovely day sorting stuff in your beautiful new home and enjoy looking at the snow through your patio doors onto your garden. 🏠🥄🫕

Good morning Laura, and every spoonies. So pleased you slept well, I did too!

It was a seafood platter my sister and I shared yesterday lunchtime, plus we were greedy and got a potion of chips as well😋

Today it’s freezing here but no snow, so I’m going to do a job I hate and that’s to defrost my freezer, it’s so snowed up I can’t remove the drawers! Still if I put the contents outside in this cold they won’t defrost.

Hope you have another lovely day🌺😘

How lovely your first night sounds! Quiet, peaceful, comfy - how good is that?!? And most of all safe! And it’s yours, how amazing is that compared to just a couple of weeks ago! I think it might be nice to let the MP know how happy you are there - he really came through and made them take notice!

And yay for a washing machine and fridge - so exciting! If it’s safe to walk, maybe say hi to your neighbours - one of them might have something for you too, if we’re lucky!

Oh I’m so happy for you. And using way too many exclamation marks 😂

@Imbluedalale It's a Tuesday blues today.....as far as work is concerned, I just can't be bothered so I'm taking a half day and heading round to the Christmas market for that special something for you which I will get into the post asap. I really want to soak up some festive atmosphere and try and get my head into that frame of mind to start thinking about getting some gifts in. Right I gotta get my head down so I can get some work done before I run out the door at noon!

Morning @Imbluedalale and all the spoonies! Well it’s white outside, which is great news if you have a lovely warm home.
This thread has made me think of all the people who don’t.
My day? Well I’m home all day, have some work to do and the Beverly Hills Housewives will keep me company. It’s series 14 tomorrow so I can’t wait!
Here’s to a great day everyone!

@Imbluedalale glad you slept well, no stompy Pete to disturb your slumber! 😂
Have a fantastic day lovely xx
Morning everyone!
It is, in fact, snowing here now and settling but I don't think it's going to last thankfully!

Hope everyone is well and those who don't feel great have a better day

I'll do a zoom, tho I hate seeing or hearing myself with a passion!! Xxx

Good morning spoonies. I hope @Imbluedalale is having a good lie in after all the excitement of yesterday.
I could be persuaded on that zoom call @Apolloneuro much as I hate seeing myself on screen 😂
It's great to hear all the good advice and support here is paying off for Laura in all areas. I couldn't be happier for you.
It's back to the office for me today but no snow or ice here so it's fine!

it looks amazing laura @Imbluedalale such an exciting time for you and i hope you'ce had a cosy nights sleep in your new bed xx

Absolutely bloody delighted for you! What a fabulous place! And your parents! Wow! (Better late than never!!!)

this is my feel good story of 2024, thankyou for hanging in there, what an incredible woman you are xxx