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How's your NYE looking?

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mamaduckbone · 31/12/2021 11:21

Dh did a 'normal' food shop this morning (the Christmas food is finally pretty much gone) and I've spent a good hour cleaning out the fridge and kitchen cupboards. I've just finished and sat down with a coffee and a bagel.

Ds1 is still in bed and ds2 is mooching around in his dressing gown watching TV and playing on his phone. Dh and I are going into town to get some bits sorted in a minute and we'll drag the reluctant teens out for a walk this afternoon since the sun actually seems to be out for once.

We're at family friends' this evening for drinks and food - ds16 was making noises about doing his own thing but funnily enough no one's parents seem keen on a gang of teens in their house tonight, so I think he'll be with us as usual. The friends have dcs the same age as ours and we've been doing the same thing since forever so it should be ok.
How's everyone else's day panning out? I love reading these threadsSmile

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doggydaft · 31/12/2021 12:14

I've made lentil soup, steak pie and just have the sticky toffee pudding to do for dinner later.
Cleaning is a work in progress 🤣
Normally we would host friends and the (adult) DC would be out and about but two of the three have covid so we'll be spending the night together.
Have plenty booze and youngest DS says he's making cocktails 🍸

Cherrytart23 · 31/12/2021 12:15

Still sat in our pj's house needs tidying not doing it as it will be a mess again by tmz anyway. Gonna get ready and see friends for a couple of hours soon then back home for pizza an family games night. Probably be in bed by 11ish so won't be seeing the new year in.

Lacedwithgrace · 31/12/2021 12:22

I've done the food shop after our delivery didn't arrive. Dh has cleaned the house and Dd is having a nap before lunch. Only us 3 for today so we've stocked up on nibbles and plan to lounge around for the rest of the day with a film. I've got a few exciting deliveries coming later which thrills me far too much

floatinginmyhomie · 31/12/2021 12:25

We’re just getting over a bug so no parties for us tonight just a chilled night in.

TheWomandestroyed · 31/12/2021 12:28

I am lazing about, going to have a bath and head out to shop soon. Absolutely no plans for tonight, I will spend it alone and looking forward to that. Will be having a meal tomorrow with two of my friends/ neighbours. Have agreed to dog sit for my sister after that.

gettingolderandgrumpy · 31/12/2021 12:33

I hoped for a lie in this morning but dc had other ideas so tidy around and popped to Asda for nibbles tonight. I’m going to take the dc out for a walk in a bit then a afternoon film . Tonight the plan is nibbles, bubbly & tv not very exciting but know where I’d rather be .

furbabymama87 · 31/12/2021 12:36

DH is in work till about 4 but hopefully will finish earlier and I have a child with covid so currently stuck in.

lissie123 · 31/12/2021 12:38

Did some washing
Walked the dogs
Cleaned floors
Just done LFT ( negative)
Sitting down with a coffee before I attack my hair and nails. Dh and I are Going for dinner and board games at friends house tonight.
Kids ( young adults) off out to do their own things with their friends tonight.

nannybeach · 31/12/2021 12:40

Same as most days. Dogs on the beach. Bit of shopping. Coffee and cake. Got lots of plants to feed and water,that's my Friday "thing" so I remember. Got up early so way ahead

MrsBerthaRochester · 31/12/2021 12:40

Was meant to be going for a meal but canceled. Planned fizz and film but neighbour invited me to their party so will be traditional scottish hogmanany and up until the dawn.

Joystir59 · 31/12/2021 12:44

I'm going to be home on my own with the dog, which hasn't happened for a long time. My wife died in 2020, and last year I was at a friend's house. I think it will be ok. Something good on TV and TV turned up loud to drown out the fireworks which dear dog hates. I'm feeling very glum, I miss her so much at the moment. I've another thread going about how I'm wrangling with social services who want to move my mil out of the care home she is in where she feels safe and settled. Just feel defeated and fed up. But this too will pass. I'm going to visit mil tomorrow.

Joystir59 · 31/12/2021 12:45

@nannybeach sounds a nice routine you gave going.

lissie123 · 31/12/2021 12:48

@Joystir59 💐

ilovetomatoes · 31/12/2021 12:53

Was supposed to have a couple of friends over for dinner drinks and games but they have cancelled claiming they have a cold. I’m a bit suspicious that they’re faking because they can’t be arsed/hungover. So I’m a bit annoyed to be honest. I spent loads on food and drink, been cleaning and sorting the house.

Weenurse · 31/12/2021 12:59

Happy new year from Melbourne Australia

How's your NYE looking?
RockinHorseShit · 31/12/2021 13:01

Shit, but so was Xmas, if I leave the house at all, it will need to be a wheelchair & I'm not sure I want to start the new year in one of those so ... meh, it's just another day & I'll be ignoring it

Geamhradh · 31/12/2021 13:18

@Joystir59 and anyone else feeling down Flowers

liveforsummer · 31/12/2021 13:20

Dc are at their dads so it's just me and the dog. I've got a Thai curry ready meal and a nice bottle of wine to enjoy later. Not very extravagant I'm afraid 😆

MummyInTheNecropolis · 31/12/2021 13:23

Went for a walk this morning, had my booster jab and did a little bit of food shopping. Teen DD is upstairs getting ready to go to her friend’s house where she is staying for the night. Once she’s gone, I plan to do some washing and cleaning, have a bath and put on some new pjs. Then tonight I’ll be home alone, watching a film and eating the last of the frozen party food I have in. I’m really looking forward to it!

Agadorsparticus · 31/12/2021 13:26

We were going to friends but are staying home as DD has been ill. Probably an early night then.

LML40 · 31/12/2021 13:29

Have a 10 month old, so off to my parents for the night and will be in bed by 8! Partner is seeing some friends for drinks.

justjuggling · 31/12/2021 13:50

Covid and feel lousy so plan to stay in bed and sleep all day/evening.

Plantsandpuddlesuits · 31/12/2021 14:26

I have covid but DH and children are fine so far. He's just taken them out to a national trust type place for the afternoon I'm about to have a long bath etc try to make myself feel.a bit better.

Planning on getting little ones in bed usual time so around 8 they have no idea it's NYE.

Us and the older ones are planning board games and sweets etc. We have sparklers for midnight.

Can't decide whether to get a takeaway for tea (thinking it may be super busy?!) Or just dig some party type food out the freezer. Hmmm

teaandtoastwithmarmite · 31/12/2021 14:33

At trampoline park with DD, DH wfh. Having friends (another couple and 2 dc) round this evening for some food and maybe board games.

mrsbyers · 31/12/2021 15:12

It’s my nieces 21st Birthday and we are having a family night out at a local hotel with three course meal and then a band - I have a huge cake that I need to transport without dropping , might have a nanna nap soon