So disappointed!

[UndertheCedartree]

I'm so disappointed with the prime minister's speech that there was no mention of household mixing.

I'm at home at the moment as I'm recovering from Covid but will be back in my psychiatric hospital in a weeks time. Currently no visits or leave are allowed and I don't see that changing after the speech.

I have 2 young children who I usually see every weekend and I'm devestated that I don't know when I'll be able to see them again

Why are you seeking permission?

He can’t please everyone can he!?

I'm voluntary but it makes no difference - I'll have to stick to the rules at the hospital.
@dahlia - I can still be disapointed and sad about not seeing my children. I've been around them for the longest time in 3 years albeit being unwell. But I am going to find it hard being apart from them.

It is tough.

@mippo - no, there is no leave allowed. We can only go for some fresh air (or a smoke) within the hospital grounds (which is basically a car park).

That sucks OP. I would've liked a date to work towards as well, obviously under the understanding that it could change, I can't imagine how much harder it would be in your circumstances. I've no idea why you're getting such a hard time on here. Best of luck, I hope your DC can resume their visits soon.

@MindyStClaire - thank you. And yes, even if we'd got an idea when it might happen would have been great.

Under you’ve had such unnecessary responses. Either people have seriously skim read or are being wilfully twatty.

You can understand the situation the country’s in and be sad for those who’ve lost loved ones while still being upset at your own situation. It’s perfectly valid and they’re not mutually exclusive. Your own situation sounds crappy enough at the best of times and I hope your health improves very soon now

So sorry OP that is utterly shit. I know it doesn’t help, but you are doing the best for your children and I hope you can see them again soon.

Op you are so brave. Remember that. And the sacrifices you are making will mean that in the future, you will be able to spend more, happier times with them. Don't forget that. They need a happy, healthy mummy. Write them a letter, make them something. You might not get the physical time back, but they need you to be well. Much more important. Lots of love. Xxxx

Thank you so much for the kind messages - it means a lot!