to think that my lovely dad will offer help when my 3 yo just broke her arm...

[Schnipps]

.and DP is away working in germany.
ahh. Plus an extremely demanding 13 nomth old.
don't live near anyone who can really help out either.
it's a tough time.

with 30 hrs working week on top
soz to whinge...

not at all. Is he in good health to be able to help if he wanted to?

Do you have a good relationship that you could ask him for some help?

yes hes in good heath, a bit, slack from a liftime of fags,
i can ask, and have, everytime we've needed help or a rare babysitting request.
i guess i feel i shouldnt have to ask.