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What are you impatiently waiting for at the moment?

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UncannyGhostie · 08/07/2026 07:39

Here is a thread for those waiting impatiently for something to pass the time!

What are you impatiently waiting for right now?

I am waiting to find out if two of my artworks have got into a local open art exhibition. 800 pieces of art for 80 places! Yes I know 😆

I was pleased with my entries and dying to know if I got in but I know the odds are against me! I enter a lot of contests such as creative writing, art etc. Some get in, some win, some don’t even get shortlisted. I drive myself bananas waiting… 🍌

I’m also counting down the days until my Disney Cruise in August! ⛴️

What are you currently waiting for?

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UrOutdoors · 08/07/2026 09:16

The end of the heatwave. I have so much work that I’m finding really difficult to get through at the moment because it’s so hot and I’m so tired.

Whorulestheroost1 · 08/07/2026 09:15

My Brothers wedding in South Korea - my DC and my Mum are also coming so it will be wonderful for us to spend some quality time together in such an amazing place.

Netcurtainnelly · 08/07/2026 09:12

booksrus · 08/07/2026 08:04

I’m currently not waiting for anything, it’s actually very freeing.

Agree. Dont it wish time away. It goes so quick as it is. Enjoy the present day.

Phoenix321 · 08/07/2026 09:11

Oh and pay day!

Phoenix321 · 08/07/2026 09:10

Waiting for baby to arrive - 39 weeks and my previous 2 babies were out by this stage. Been trying everything to encourage baby along but nothing working!

Whorulestheroost1 · 08/07/2026 09:09

My Solicitor to call me to tell me we are exchanging contracts. I am in the middle of a chain of 7 which to be fair has been easy enough but am getting a bit nervous now that we still have not exchanged!

MyKindHiker · 08/07/2026 09:09

A new hose. Current one is a leaky piece of crap which sucks with water meter.

researchers3 · 08/07/2026 09:07

UncannyGhostie · 08/07/2026 07:39

Here is a thread for those waiting impatiently for something to pass the time!

What are you impatiently waiting for right now?

I am waiting to find out if two of my artworks have got into a local open art exhibition. 800 pieces of art for 80 places! Yes I know 😆

I was pleased with my entries and dying to know if I got in but I know the odds are against me! I enter a lot of contests such as creative writing, art etc. Some get in, some win, some don’t even get shortlisted. I drive myself bananas waiting… 🍌

I’m also counting down the days until my Disney Cruise in August! ⛴️

What are you currently waiting for?

Retirement! Only approx 20 years to go!

violetcuriosity · 08/07/2026 09:07

My tonsils to heal. Day 7 post-tonsillectomy today.

JMSA · 08/07/2026 09:07

Jumpeduppantrygirl · 08/07/2026 09:03

Thanks so much. I’m starting my first job as a doctor…at 51! 😬

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Whoop! Amazing 🙌

JMSA · 08/07/2026 09:06

RaraRachael · 08/07/2026 08:04

I'm waiting for some decent weather.

Sick of hearing about the endless heatwaves when it's dull, wet and about 17 degrees here.

Just one hot day would do me nicely.

Fellow Scot? Today is actually looking promising 😬🤞

Jumpeduppantrygirl · 08/07/2026 09:03

UncannyGhostie · 08/07/2026 08:59

Good luck for your new job! What will you be doing? 🤞

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Thanks so much. I’m starting my first job as a doctor…at 51! 😬

Loveacadburyscreamegg · 08/07/2026 09:01

The London Marathon ballot - this is my 16th year of applying and never been successful 🙈

EducatingEater · 08/07/2026 08:59

Halloween. Not because of any spooky reasons but normal life stuff and the kids back at school. Things should calm down a lot by the end of October 🤞🏻 and not only that but the temperatures should be a lot more manageable too.

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UncannyGhostie · 08/07/2026 08:59

Jumpeduppantrygirl · 08/07/2026 08:42

To start my new job on the 28th. I’ve spent six years studying and training for it. I’m excited but totally bricking it too.

Good luck for your new job! What will you be doing? 🤞

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RhosynCymru · 08/07/2026 08:58

booksrus · 08/07/2026 08:57

I’m the opposite. My depression dissipates once the sun, with maximum heat, comes out. Just love waking to the sun-rays through my windows.

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You’re lucky then because right now I’m questioning whether I should contact my GP for something to help me calm down I’m so unhappy. I can’t see an end to it

booksrus · 08/07/2026 08:57

RhosynCymru · 08/07/2026 08:26

Second those who are impatient for an end to this bloody miserable heat! I’ve not felt well since the end of May and actually severely depressed now. Also concerned how it’s messing up nature.

I’m the opposite. My depression dissipates once the sun, with maximum heat, comes out. Just love waking to the sun-rays through my windows.

OhamIreally · 08/07/2026 08:51

Impatiently waiting for my flight back to London which is an hour and a half delayed.

Otterloverfrenchielady · 08/07/2026 08:44

Enquiries to be raised, and answered, and to actually complete on our new home after 2 years and 3 months / 5 homes of problems, being messed around etc. I just want to move 😭

Jumpeduppantrygirl · 08/07/2026 08:42

To start my new job on the 28th. I’ve spent six years studying and training for it. I’m excited but totally bricking it too.

CleanSkin · 08/07/2026 08:35

My portable air con unit, or autumn if that comes sooner.
Good luck, OP, please let us know (incidentally, if by any chance you don’t get a piece in, you’re clearly 81st!)

mediummumma · 08/07/2026 08:34

Right now I can’t wait until 8pm tonight, as that’s when I finish work for almost two weeks!

I can’t wait for this heatwave (I’m in NI and the weather has been wet, mild and depressing so far this summer), which is hitting right on time for my at home holiday.

I also can’t wait to be feeling well again, after an awful year health-wise. Hoping I can turn a corner soon.

Good luck for your art, OP! I hope your pieces are selected.

RhosynCymru · 08/07/2026 08:28

TheGrimSmile · 08/07/2026 08:13

The end of this heat 🥵

Me too!

elliejjtiny · 08/07/2026 08:27

A date for my son's ingrown toenail operation. He's had the problem since October last year, went on the waiting list in April and he should have the operation by next April.

For ds2 to start university. I'm dreading it and worrying he won't cope. He has autism.

RhosynCymru · 08/07/2026 08:26

Second those who are impatient for an end to this bloody miserable heat! I’ve not felt well since the end of May and actually severely depressed now. Also concerned how it’s messing up nature.