Hello.
Wabbit: thank you. I was surprised at the ferocity with which the comments were dismissed. I think long time posters forget that it's possible people might be moved to come on here because they have a have a problem which is outside 'normal' parameters. I mean, potentially you could discuss weaning / nappies / pocket money etc with your friends, but you'll probably want anonymity for discussing cross-dressing.
This site reminds me sometimes of all the reasons why I hated a girls' school. Did you see that thread the other day about who the long time posters were?? How cliquey is that??
Incidentally, Wabbit, hope things go ok on Sunday. I only finished reading your other thread the other day so hadn't got around to contributing to it. I hadn't realised that there was such a proximity in time between your son's birth and the other alleged conception of the other one. Personally, I wouldn't think about your conversation as an 'ultimatum', just as a statement of fact: I cannot be your partner if you do x,y and z; I am prepared to do a), I'm not prepared to do b). What he chooses to do with this information is then his decision as an autonomous, supposedly responsible adult. You don't sound like a bullying kind of person at all, but I've just noticed some men seem to (childishly) bridle at the thought of being told what to do. Even when it's in their best interests . Good luck.
Mummyhill: I don't know how you manage. I get emotional and irrational without a reasonable amount of sleep.
Beatie: she looks like a little elf. Mine used to look like an elf too. Now she's more like a big pudding (a very cute pudding though...)
SimplyRed: I don't want to worry you, but I am very careful about accepting cheques for Ebay purchases. There was some controversy in the news a while ago about how cheques can be recalled even after they've cleared through your bank account. Can't remember the specifics, but I always take paypal for larger amounts, even with the fees.
Snowing here too. But big flakes, very soggy and not sticking.
MIL has taken the dog and baby out for a walk. Peace reigns. I might even be able to finish my book (if I stay off Mumsnet). And I'm going out for a couple of pints tonight (am a beardy real ale drinker and haven't had any for aaaaaaages). Practically a day of bliss...