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The New Festive Christmas PUDDLE,

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ShakySingsMerryXmasEveryone · 13/12/2012 16:48

Here we are, a lovely shiny, new thread just in time for Xmas.

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BrianCoxandTheTempleofDOOM · 28/01/2013 19:00

Bonkey I heard about that accident earlier and actually cried Sad (it was the tandem bike?) Such a horrific way to go, pointless waste of life and pain isn't enough to wish on the scum who caused the collision.

Glad you came here to vent, I do find it very theraputic to just get it out of my head - even if nobody reads.

Your family, what can I say? Leave older brother to it, if he tries again tell him you aren't interested? Younger brother, am sure he would understand if you explained to him why you couldn't get his card to him, but you definitley didn't forget. Your mother - needs to stop point scoring and support you really (but you already know that!)

Have a huge ((((((hug)))))) and to apologise for the snaffling of jam tarts

Those on my FB will know - no go with the VBAC. Consultant was fabulous, made me feel like a celeb Grin but he just wasnt prepared to make a decision blind folded. I didn't know, but my aneurysm was rare for a child of my age, so given that I am not covered by the change in guidlines that prompted me to ask for a VBAC. Also, my neurosurgeon was famous/lead her field and he said if she said 18 years ago 'no natural delivery' then she of all people knew what they were talking about. I have also had no follow up scans since my illness so he doesn't know what state the clipped area is in or which exact areas where affected/left untouched. So, for mine and baby's safety, he can't risk a blind guess. I understand, I really do, but I was so gutted (it is easing a little bit now).

Rather lovely, he said that he will run a CT scan on me in summer so that I have hard evidence, should I have any more children, to make future delivery decisions upon.

So, no longer a 10 week countdown - 8 weeks and counting! See my obstetric consultant in 2 weeks and should get an actual date then. Think I will keep it to myself (well, and immediates) though, so I can do a 'surprise, he's here' announcement Grin

BonkeyMollocks · 28/01/2013 19:21

Yes thats the one Brian :(
Such a beautiful couple! And so stupidly in love!

My little brother was fine once he got his £20 Grin its my mother that is the problem!

Ooo banana bread!

I saw your status on FB, I know its not what you wanted but at least this way you know that you and baby are safe! And 8 weeks?!?! Not long to go!! :)

Tee2072 · 28/01/2013 19:28

I saw your status too Brian, as you know, as I commented, but I'll say it again; I'm sorry it's not what you wanted. {{{Brian}}}

In the continuing weirdness that is my life I recieved a birthday card from my mom today that basically told me what a perfect person I am, practically 8 weeks to the day of receiving an email from her outlining my faults as a mother in great detail. Hmm

Also found out that I didn't get the tender I put in for before Christmas because my bid was too high. Really? I cost practically nothing! They are going to get a trained monkey. And I'm so relieved I didn't get it, I can't even tell you!

DreamySleepyNightySnoozySnooze · 28/01/2013 21:32

Is it your birthday Tee?

Sorry about the consultant's decision Brian. But you still get the same baby, it doesn't matter how he arrives. Great news that they'll do you a scan though, maybe next time hey?!

Glad your little brother is ok about his birthday Bonkey. Hope your Mum sorts herself out soon.

Tee2072 · 28/01/2013 21:35

It's next Tuesday, the 5th, Dreamy, but she's travelling so she sent it early.

Shaky · 28/01/2013 21:43

Oh crickey Bonkey what a shock for you, it's horrible when you are confronted with a sudden death.

The week before I went off sick, I saw a lady at 36 weeks pregnant in my clinic, she had not felt baby move and when I listened in there was no heartbeat Sad . In the same week a health visitor colluege committed suicide and another mum's baby died of cot death.

I just cracked, all of a sudden I couldn't take it anymore. Sad

Sunny you are welcome, life is much more civilised in the puddle.

Brian at least you know what will happen and have got time to get your head around it and make plans.

I love the puddle Smile

BonkeyMollocks · 28/01/2013 21:48

Bloody hell Shaky , that is a bit much! :(
I think its the 'everything at once' thing which gets to alot of people - me included. Things have been great then suddenly bang and its all at once! Enough to make anyone sweat!

BonkeyMollocks · 28/01/2013 21:49

tee was that email 8 weeks ago? Blimey! Time flys in The Puddle? Shock

Mothers! Who'd have um! Hmm

Tee2072 · 28/01/2013 21:57

Something like that, Bonkey. I don't actually know since it's long deleted.

StateofConfusion · 28/01/2013 22:27

Huge hugs to bonkey xxx

As dreamy said the sudden realisation and fear about your own mortality is normal, I had over a year of councilling after my Grandma passed away and was told that much. If I'm honest for me anyway its made me more anxious, so if dps too long when he pops to the shop I have to ring him, if he doesn't answer I go straight to worst case scenario. Also after my baby brother was still born I've checked my dcs are breathing every single time they sleep, several times, sounds stupid but I knew adults died but always felt the dcs were invincible. Take time for yourself xxx

brian sorry you didn't get the answer you wanted, I understand how you feel, all 3 dcs were elcs so I've never had the excitement of waters breaking or experienced labour and occasionally it bothers me but really it doesn't matter does it, a few weeks after dc is born people stop asking or caring about how they got here, its like bf/ff once they're past that stage its gone forgotten and no one cares --except us Mums who worry/stress and panic over everything :)--

sunny aibu can be full of arseholes, deep breath, hide thread and move on, we've all had a flaming at one point or another.

show I just have to say your dd is just adorable the pic you tweeted of her with the lemons, such beautiful eyes.

tee hope your healing up well x

shaky lovely its no wonder you needed a break dealing with all that, hope your doing ok x

empress how are you, dw and dd doing, not spoke to you in a while x

Had a good day with Lily, dp being a nobber again this evening, not to Lily just an arogant male in general, which has annoyed me as we went to a cheap pub for dinner with the dcs and lily slept through it all so I was feeling pretty upbeat. Tosser he is. On wednesday me and Lily are flouncing for the day and getting the bus to my Mums, going out for lunch and shopping, I can't wait!

EmpressOfThePuddle · 29/01/2013 02:24

We're ok thanks, enjoy your Wednesday! So I found Showy on Twitter thanks to your comment, but couldn't see you among her followers - can you PM or FB me your Twitter ID?

Brian, can't wait for puddle snuggles with Boy, however he gets here xx

BonkeyMollocks · 29/01/2013 09:36

Morning - I feel very blurry today! No idea why but i cannot get ill!!!!!!

I don't get Twitter Confused , I am on my third attempt and still I just don't get it!

EmpressOfThePuddle · 29/01/2013 09:44

Twitter could be good for business though, Bonks. Hope you feel less blurry soon x

BonkeyMollocks · 29/01/2013 09:47

I'm signed up under the business anme but I just don't know what to do next! Grin

EmpressOfThePuddle · 29/01/2013 10:18

Well, we're following each other now Grin.
You've got a big network on FB. Could you search for some of them on Twitter, say hello and start following? Then tweet the same updates you put on FB, including the blog links?

BonkeyMollocks · 29/01/2013 10:20

I can link Twitter to the page some how , when I get a spare hour or 5 I will try and get the hang of it!

I'm sure its a piece of piss but I have a habit with technology that I make it more tricky that it should really be Hmm Grin

BonkeyMollocks · 29/01/2013 10:20

Empress Your my one and only follower! Grin

How popular am I! Wink

EmpressOfThePuddle · 29/01/2013 10:28

It's a start! Grin
I really ought to do the linking with my charity shop, out atm but when I get in I'll work out how and let you know if you want?

DreamySleepyNightySnoozySnooze · 29/01/2013 11:00

I really don't get twitter either Bonkey! I've tried a few times, but it just seems dull. I'm sure there's something I'm missing!

I'm doing an online equine nutrition course, and just watched the first 2 video lectures. My brain is not used to concentrating and learning anymore! At least I can watch the lectures as many times as I need, much better than sitting through a real lecture then realising I've taken none of it in!

The surveyor is coming to measure up for our new double glazing and front door on thursday, so I'm trying to declutter. I made a good start yesterday on the bookshelves. I've boxed up 4 big boxes of books to put in the storage unit temporarily until we move. The living room looks so much bigger!

BonkeyMollocks · 29/01/2013 11:04

That sounds interesting Dreamy .
I thought about something like that when I had the proper horse because I struggled like hell to keep weight on her in the winter - typical TB!

Its amazing how different things look when you de-clutter. Its like when you take the decs down after xmas!

Tee2072 · 29/01/2013 11:14

I am on Twitter under this name and my company, if anyone wants to follow me. Grin

BonkeyMollocks · 29/01/2013 11:15

Found you tee Grin

Tee2072 · 29/01/2013 11:21

Did you follow me? Or just stare at my name? Grin

BonkeyMollocks · 29/01/2013 11:34

Grin I followed!

Its either the business name or my name - no idea which one shows.....

Tee2072 · 29/01/2013 13:09

You sure did! It wasn't showing, for some reason.

Now I'm following you back. Grin