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What’s Happening In Your House?

65 replies

SunshineLollipopsAndRainbows · 02/04/2022 13:25

Chilled out day so far, although I am sitting in a very untidy kitchen. Plus the surfaces need doing & the dishwasher needs emptying. I have placed the broom with the dustpan & brush at the bottom of the stairs to remind me that I have to sweep the bathroom floor. Really suffering with severe leg pain so everything is an effort 😥 DH has stepped up but he works quite long hours some days. He’s cooking one of our favs tonight ( sausage pasta). DD13 is watching tv. She’s school refusing & we’re finding it very difficult to motivate her. She does go out & meet friends but refuses to walk anywhere or take a bus.
Just had one of our bunnies in. They are an endless source of joy for me. Can’t imagine life without them now 🐇🐇🐇🐇
Popped out to the butchers earlier for pork loin steaks & was amazed at the stock they have. So lucky to have such good shops locally. I could have got the same product cheaper at Lidl but I like to support small businesses where food hasn’t travelled so far. We will enjoy the steaks tomorrow with roast potatoes, roast carrots, savoy cabbage, sweetcorn & pork gravy. Wish I had bought myself some roses at Lidl as they were only £2.29. A lovely assistant made my day. I was buying sherry & joked that I was just about old enough. He replied “ I nearly asked for ID”. I walk with a stick & am overweight so had been feeling pretty crap but his comment really lifted my spirits. I’ve seen him in the store a few times & he’s always lovely.
Not much planned apart from the housework. Might watch a film tonight but more likely to put Greys Anatomy on again.

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bluechameleon · 02/04/2022 13:31

I'm sitting catching up on this week's Masterchef and sorting through the DC's clothes to weed out the outgrown ones and decide what to pack for our holiday. DH has taken the DC to the farm park for a few hours - I'm taking them away Mon-Fri on my own so I said I wanted a bit of childfree time this weekend! Haircuts for me and DS1 later then I'm cooking Chinese for dinner. Nice easy day. I'm sorry you are struggling with school refusal, I have been through that on the other side as a teacher and it is such a tough problem to manage.

ElleBelleLou · 02/04/2022 13:59

I'm at work (sadly! 6th day in a row this week, then another shift tonight!) but my DP is at home and has washed up and cleaned a few bits before my big clean tomorrow.
I had a dream I had a pet rabbit! I've never so much as even touched a rabbit in my life but I had a very realistic dream I had a big floppy pet rabbit called Grey and now I think my future holds a pet rabbit one day.

I hope you have a good day x

mbosnz · 02/04/2022 14:01

I'm absolutely full of a headcold, so surfing the net and nothing else. DD16 is up revising for her GCSE's. Cat has booted DD out of her desk chair, and is snoozing smugly.

SunshineLollipopsAndRainbows · 02/04/2022 14:05

Anyone out there?

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Monkeybutt1 · 02/04/2022 14:06

Say chilling with a cup of tea, DS 9 is upstairs with a friend, DH has popped to the tip and we have builders working on our new extension. We are going to the cinema soon to see Sonic 2, then Burger King for tea for the kids. I have put a Chinese curry in the slow cooker for me and DH.

Xpologog · 02/04/2022 15:22

Putting it on the market.
Had one of those “ we're looking for a house here” notices but they want cheaper 😕

embolass · 02/04/2022 15:29

Feeling v unwell and sorry for myself. Bored rattling around the house, sorting washing and tidying a little as I go. DS 1 working DS2 upstairs and DH at Aldi to pick up some bits and most importantly tissues for never ending runny nose. Having steak tonight and we will watch last episode of Time (Sean B is sooo good) Will have a little wine too even though I won’t enjoy it as much as usual. The bed to snore and annoy DH 😁

bloodywhitecat · 02/04/2022 15:42

We've been shopping and stopped off at the park for a picnic. Now we are home and the babies have napped, I have caught up on all the chores and hauled in some more logs for the log burner, while in the log shed I discovered a lovely bunch of flowers from the garage who serviced my car on Thursday. I am about to start making a fish pie for dinner.

lucysmam · 02/04/2022 16:00

We've tidied round and been to Asda. Dd2 wanted to repeat this Tuesday's Guides activity at home, so we mainly went for sweets/Easter eggs to decorate.

Dd2's been in the shower so is probably snuggled up in her bed now.

Dd1's coming down to cook tea shortly 😋 She'll be watching someone stream something Minecraft related, more than likely.

I've tried to alter a pair of trousers for my dad, but my machine does not like the fabric & it's too hard to stitch through by hand 🤷‍♀️I'm currently having a quick break from crocheting t-rex feet. Might have a glass of wine while dd1 cooks.

We're buying a praying mantis later, once dd2 decides which type she'd like this time. I think it'll be another orchid but we'll see.

Shannith · 02/04/2022 16:06

I am sitting in my garden wearing warm clothes watching my foster dog play outside with my dog for the first time. They are both older puppies and he was extremely traumatised so it's lovely to see him getting a bit more confident.

badlydrawnbear · 02/04/2022 16:09

DC1 is making DC2’s Easter bonnet while listening to terrible music and texting me from about 1m away, DC2 is drawing a map, I am trying not to fall asleep (worked last night so been awake since early yesterday morning) and trying to find the motivation to go and wash up so I can make dinner.

EsmeeMerlin · 02/04/2022 16:09

We have been out most of the day and got back in about half an hour ago. We are all pretty knackered so I am laying on my bed on Mumsnet which ds1 and ds2 are sitting downstairs watching TV. We bought frozen pizza while out so will have that for dinner and then an early night for all I think.

nldnmum02 · 02/04/2022 16:13

I’ve had the laziest day ever. I’m 40wks pg (1st baby) tomorrow and can’t find the energy to pack my hospital bag. House is a tip also. I have some work to do as well (self employed) and life admin I need to get sorted before giving birth. DP is here but he won’t do anything independently unless I tell him to and/or start a job myself.

Oizys · 02/04/2022 16:18

Currently DH and I are watching a weeks worth of house off Games while our two youngest play.

Done loads of washing today because dd was sick last night and also cleaned the Kitchen.

Still need to strip the meat off the chicken from last night and make up a chicken stock using the carcass and then make dinner for tonight.

Today has been a quiet day because of DD and also tomorrow DH is planning to take the kids for a play date with his friends & their kids (I plan to re watch bridgerton)

VampireMoney · 02/04/2022 16:19

It's my birthday and after spending the last 2 birthdays in lockdown we were supposed to be going out for a family meal, followed by bowling, the whole lot of us.

Instead, were all down with a non-covid heavy head cold and cough and mostly feeling deathly. I haven't even made it out of my pjs today. Kids are a bit brighter than they were, but then they've been like it for a week now and mine only came out yesterday. Yay. Takeaway it is then.

chisanunian · 02/04/2022 16:19

I'm drinking tea and DH is playing the guitar. I'm also contemplating the best place in the garden for an acer, which is waiting to be planted. DC1 is just heading off to work and DC2 is lounging about upstairs.

elfycat · 02/04/2022 16:20

Just got back from taking DDs to tuition followed by Pizza Hut buffet.

DH has gone for a nap (not sleeping well due to work-related anxiety/heartburn, plus we went out last night). 2DDs are playing Minecraft and discussing how they will take over the world as famous YouTubers. I'm researching DD2's soon to be diagnosed rare speech disorder and MNettign between searches.

The house is a tip and I have friends coming round tomorrow estimate 2 hours including floor cleaning I have work to do and physical stock that was delivered Thursday to turn around and send back out to clear space.

We should finish clearing out a room to be redecorated next week. About 20 mins, but it's that annoying 20 minutes where nothing left has a home. so I will do more 'research' instead

1FootInTheRave · 02/04/2022 16:22

Covid is happening in this house.

Me and the youngest 2.

Bath, pajamas and couch. No appetite to even think of a nice evening meal.

Feeling sorry for myself and we had plans for all weekend that we now can't do.

Charlavail · 02/04/2022 16:26

Laying on the sofa with newborn DS on my chest. DD is watching Bread Barber Shop on Netflix. It's awful, I hope no one else has to suffer it. She has been to the children's theatre with my sister today and had mcdonalds so will be an easy dinner for her tonight. DH is watching Chelsea upstairs.

StillSmallVoice · 02/04/2022 16:59

Nothing. Covid.

vdbfamily · 02/04/2022 17:04

I have been gardening all day between loads of washing which has line dried, which was exciting😀A daddy blackbird was gardening with me, right close, grabbing any bugs as I revealed them and dashing to and from his nest.
DH had been painting a bedroom that is being re carpeted on Tuesday. Youngest teenager had just got out of bed!!! and son is gaming on his computer. The dog has found a sunny patch by patio doors.

Lacdepassy · 02/04/2022 17:05

Had a lie in - did some chores and went for a long walk with youngest child and ddog.
Just been to the sports shop to buy new football boots for ds. Now having a relaxing bath and popping out to meet friends for dinner. Our house is full of my teenagers and their friends so dh and I are escaping.

TheDogsMother · 02/04/2022 17:07

We've run away to Spain for a month and it's been a great adventure. Sadly preparing to travel back next week so we are soaking up some sun on the roof terrace. I have a million work things and home chores to do so I'm cherishing the moments.

1MillionSelfiesTakenByMyKids · 02/04/2022 17:08

@Charlavail

Laying on the sofa with newborn DS on my chest. DD is watching Bread Barber Shop on Netflix. It's awful, I hope no one else has to suffer it. She has been to the children's theatre with my sister today and had mcdonalds so will be an easy dinner for her tonight. DH is watching Chelsea upstairs.
DD is obsessed with it. She loves Sausage and even does the dance from the credits. It is the most godawful pile of tosh.

I'm on the sofa with the cat as day 8 of covid means I'm still knackered, achey and dizzy. DD(7) is watching Bluey and making endless easter crafts which lead to a confetti hail of tiny paper pieces on the floor.

DP is sitting at the counter scrolling through Reddit and- i imagine - wondering if being with me is worth the endless children's TV.

DS (10), thankfully, fucked off to his chum's house this morning, came back for lunch, then returned. I'm not sure what they're doing, but hopefully hanging out on the climbing frame and making plans for World domination rather than zonking out on screens. It is rather lovely being in easy walking distance from his BFF. Will miss this when we move.

Aldi lasagne for DP and I tonight. Kids are getting chips and beans, probably. Cos fuck cooking.

h0rsewithn0name · 02/04/2022 17:10

I did some painting in Mum's kitchen this morning. Then came back and made a millionaire's tart for our church lunch tomorrow. This afternoon I've been writing spreadsheets and producing charts for our monthly gas and electricity usage over the last three years. Sad but interesting.

Shortly we'll be going to Mum's for dinner. She is doing a nice pork and apple casserole.