and I know this might annoy some long time Mumsnetters. I know this place is great for getting tips and advice on being a single parent and God, you guys out there helped me so much six months ago when I needed the help after my husband of 15 years walked out on me and my two dd's.
However, if you want to start having some fun in life but can't afford to get out really due to money and babysitting troubles then why not join a place like MySpace. I joined two months ago and am having the most fabulous time.
I originally went on there to chat to bands (yes some of the big bands actually take time to talk to you and reply to your comments you leave them) and the new bands add you too to get you to listen to their music. But most importantly I have made some really good friends both male and female around the country as well as places like Canada and Australia and am now starting to meet people in my local area through it who share common interests and are asking me to go see bands etc with them. I wish I had known about it 3 years ago.
I know you get some dodgy characters on these places who just try to chat you up and talk dirty but sometimes that can be half the fun having a flirt with someone. I have been surprised how many younger men have chatted me up just because they liked my photograph (and it's only a face profile, but apparently it is because I have a great big smile on my face) and to be honest it does your ego and confidence the power of good.
Anyway if you fancy going on and are looking for a new friend to start off with then just type in "Janine Findlay" in the people search and as I am the only one you are sure to find me and I will help you all I can.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you all and I hope all our lives are that little bit easier in 2008. Lots of love