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On the beach, crying, on my birthday

142 replies

bloodywhitecat · 28/08/2022 13:19

Happy tears. I have been dreading today. DH died six months ago and life has been hard lately but here I am, on a beach watching my fosterling run back and forth through a rock pool. He's always hated water, usually screams on the beach but today he is so happy. He's 2 and has additional needs. To see him so happy is the best gift ever.

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MayISuggestSomeThickCutSteakChipsToGoWithThat · 28/08/2022 15:03

Happy birthday @bloodywhitecat FlowersWine

saltrock123 · 28/08/2022 15:03

Happy Birthday amazing lady !

Luredbyapomegranate · 28/08/2022 15:04

Happy Birthday!

That’s a lovely birthday scene

JellyBeanFactory · 28/08/2022 15:05

Happy birthday to you I've followed your story through from the start and I'm so glad you're stating to find some happiness again. It's often the little things that shine the brightest. Enjoy your day FlowersCakeWine

ehb102 · 28/08/2022 15:06

What a lovely post! Thank you for sharing it with us. May there be many many more lovely moments for you in life xxx

uncomfortablydumb53 · 28/08/2022 15:08

Happy Birthday @bloodywhitecat
It's wonderful to see joy in the simplest of pleasures from your little Fosterling Despite really tough times for you( I've followed your journey)
they are thriving in your care.

NeverHadANickname · 28/08/2022 15:09

Happy birthday! I hope you continue to enjoy your day, it sounds lovely.

laura1711 · 28/08/2022 15:10

What a beautiful post. Happy Birthday x

Facecream · 28/08/2022 15:10

Happiest of happy birthdays to you - how lovely that your little fosterling is being wonderful for you

Jibbajabba1 · 28/08/2022 15:13

Happy birthday! Thank you for sharing such a lovely moment 🪷

sorry to hear about your partner x

blackpearwhitelilies · 28/08/2022 15:16

Happy Birthday xxx

fluffycat4 · 28/08/2022 15:30

Happy Birthday, hope you and your little one enjoy the rest of your special day xx

Americano75 · 28/08/2022 15:30

Well, I'm crying too! Happy birthday!

bellac11 · 28/08/2022 15:32

Well I havent followed your story or know who you are but your OP made me tear up, so happy birthday and well done on living life

(as an aside I never know who anyone is on this site, such a terrible search function and no way to track and follow posts anyway)

Defiantlynot41 · 28/08/2022 15:33

Happy Birthday @bloodywhitecat. I'm so glad there is some sunshine for you after the last few years

chocolateoranges33 · 28/08/2022 15:34

Happy birthday! I'm glad you and fosterling are having a fab day together! ♥️

EwwSprouts · 28/08/2022 15:41

Happy birthday! A moment to enjoy indeed.

Purplepeoniesdroppingpetals · 28/08/2022 15:43

Happy birthday, op - what a wonderful moment xx

OldFan · 28/08/2022 15:46

Aww, glad you're having some good times @bloodywhitecat xx Your DH will be happy to see it.

Lindy2 · 28/08/2022 15:48

I'm so glad your fosterling is bringing you such joy on your birthday.

I remember your posts from before and I'm glad you are doing OK

Somethingneedstochange · 28/08/2022 15:53

Happy birthday🎉🎂🥂🎊

So sorry to hear of your loss 😢😭

Our special needs children do take us by surprise sometimes. But when they do you just want to stay in that moment again. They seem to have the ability to give you something to smile about. Even though they can't communicate with word's.🥰

eveoha · 28/08/2022 15:53

OP you made me tear up with joy that you have arrived at a happy place and are able to share it - ❤️🙏🏽☘️

Hesma · 28/08/2022 15:55

Happy birthday OP, I’m sure your DH is watching over the pair of you. Have a little treat later and cake!

tortiecat · 28/08/2022 15:56

Happy birthday @bloodywhitecat. I have followed your story and seen several of your posts on here - I am glad today is a good day Flowers

KathieFerrars · 28/08/2022 15:59

Happy birthday. It's my son's birthday too today so CakeCakeCakeCakeCakeCakeCakeCakeCakeCakeCakeCakeCakeCakeCakeCakeCakeCakeCakeCakeFlowersFlowersFlowersFlowersFlowersFlowersFlowersFlowersBrewBrewBrewBrewBrewBrewto you and all the other birthday peeps.