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Lets start again girls!

Excellent new Brownie about your Dad, sorry to hear about your Nanna though, hope you all enjoy your Fathers Day get together today. I must say it sounds as though you are a very close family which must be lovely.

Nova, love the fancy dress pics, that skirt is amazing & really like the Dorothy outfit.

I'm wondering why finding a partner isn't as simple as it was 60 years ago...you found a nice young chap when you were 16, got married, had children & lived happily ever after! OK, I'm sure the reality was very different, but from outside it looks so simple & perfect. I'm not looking for another lobg term guy right now, but things may have the potential to get a little complicated soon.

I certainly don't envy you being back on the dating scene Panda, but you'll have to expand on the potential complications (nosey emoticon)? I know my friend who is getting divorced after only a year of marriage (they were together for 10 years before that ), had lots of fun being back in the dating game at first, but she's really fed up now, and just wants to find 'the one' (again!). I am hopeless with advice on this one, my DH found me when I wasn't looking and it all just clicked somehow.

Thailand if officially off! (nova breathes sigh of relief) We will now be spending a week at our beach house .

Dammit, my garage is out of petrol! I've been thinking 'what idiots' at all the people 'panic buying' (even at Total garages , as I said idiots!), but now because of them draining the stations dry, I'm gonna have to take a detour tomorrow when I get petrol.

Right...

Guy no1...met him at college in 2002. We always got on really well, and towards the end of the course I started to really like him, had the feeling that he liked me too, but obviously was with xp so could do nothing about it. We've all kept in touch over hte years, and recently the 2 of us have started chatting more regularly with a bit of flrting until one time we both admitted that we both used to like each other and would like to see if there was still something there. Well, there is definately still something there.

Guy no2...met him in 2004 at Tesco, we started on the same day, I fancied him straight away, we got on really well, he's one of the only people I've ever really been able to completely open up to, he knows more about me than my bf does. We always flirted loads, practically every conversation we had was loaded with innuendo. I used to get to work 20mins early, and he used to always have his break for the time I got into work, so that we could chat etc. Obviously nothing happened though as was with xp. We both left at similar times, and I never really forgot about him, then one day beginning of last year, I went to b&q, and saw him working htere. After that, any excuse to go to b&q and I was there. The spark was still there between us, and more recently we have had one night together. I haven't seen him for a while, but today I popped into b&q and he was htere. We chatted for ages, exchanged numbers & he's called me twice already in the few hours I've been home.

Now, I don't believe in 'the one', but have always believed that if such a thing existed Guy no2 is it! I also don't entirely believe in fate, although if pushed would say that it probably does have a helping hand in life. 1. if I hadn't had Owen when I did, I wouldn't have taken a year out of college, so would never have met G1, if my induction hadn't been cancelled at Tesco, and I'd had to do it on a different day, G2 and I would probably never have even spoken (our paths never really crossed at work). Today, for example, I wasn't going to go to B&Q, but only decided at the last second to go, it turns out today is his last day there, so had I not gone in today I probably wouldn't have seen him again.

So now, I have 2 guys I really like, and have done for a long time with each of htem. TBH with either/both of them I'd be happy with just a fling, but equally happy for more to happen in the future. This is my dilemma, they both start out as 'fun', they both know that they're not exclusive, but what happens 6 months down the line if 1 or both of them (or I) decide that it is time to take it more seriously? OK, it may not happen, I may decide that I don't want a relationship with either of them, or the reality of being wiht one of them, may not be as good as the dream etc, or one or both of them may not want to be in a proper relationship with me, so I'm getting very much ahead of myself I know, but WHY CAN'T THINGS BE SIMPLE?????

OMG!!!! I've just opened my mobile bill. I never open it when it comes through as it's always the standard £28 basic, not gone over calls/texts limit etc. Well....£97 That's all with texts/calls to G1!

that certainly is headache material Panda (the phone bill and the men!). Have no idea how to be helpful . Who has the nicest car? (joke!). Anyone else got some good advice?? I'm not being much use.....

lol nova, well G2 has a Maxda mx-3, so quite old, but sporty little coupe, G1 has a clio sport, which I have always liked. So no help there. If one of them had a Subaru Impreza then problem would be solved!

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Evening!
Oh bloomin' eck Panda! You prefer G2 don't you? That's what I read from your post anyway, can you post a pic of them both on Y?! Does sound stressful but nice and exciting at the same time! Ouch at the phone bill, I have recieved a similar one for all the internet browsing I've been doing, whoops! Sure dp thinks I'm having an affair!
Nova, you are great at dressing up! A fit bod does help a lot though doesn't it?! Beach house sounds a much more relaxed option, you never know, the kids might actually sleep for the entire journey on that one!
Brownie, lovely to see your post. Good news on your dad! Sorry about your nan though, my late granma really loved seeing the children, and I feel happy to have had those moments with her and my 3. Hope you all had a lovely BBQ. If you ever want to borrow the SWAT costume you know where I am...
Well, we've been to a fire & rescue demo day today and seemed to spend a small fortune on bouncy castles, raffles, lucky dips, collection tins, chips & drinks! And not a fit fireman in sight! We've got an inset day tomorrow so kids are off school, have planned a trip to Oakham Butterfly Farm. Think Jessie will love it as she's obsessed with all creatures great and small (not the series like I was! ) Have got to break the habit of her throwing herself on every dog she sees or she's going to get bitten one of these days! (like I was!)
Speak tomorrow, night all x x x

Boo at no fit firemen Rodeo, I mean that's the only reason we take teh LO's along to these things!

Reading my post, yes it does sound that way. G2 is definately the fitter one of the 2! G1 is the safe one , although in no way does htat mean boring. G2 is the bad boy, and I did say a few months ago that I was off bad boys, but I can make the exception for him. Like I say, any major dilemma if it does arise is a long way off, so I'll just enjoy whatever happens now .

Hi everyone

Just popping on very quickly while i contact one of DH's customers. Hope everyone is well.
We are back in the city after a few days at the beach, it is hot but car/home most places are air conditioned so can't complain too much. Beach was lovely but driving here is just madness and on the coastal road yesterday a tour bus was overtaking a massive lorry on a bend as we approached. Really thought it was all over, DH did really well and we were extremely fortunate, i cried for ages after...what a fright! Keep seeing these two vehicles fast approaching our car with no where to go but either end up straight into bus or forced off road by the sea....doesn't bear thinking about [shudder] Driving in Turkey was definitely safer and that was across mountains!

Nova - Hope you got small delivery, checked my email to make sure there were no cock ups and all seems ok.

Love to everyone, i will no doubt log in again when checking accounts and customer stuff.

If anyone wants anything from here just send me a text or post xx

Lovely to hear from you Chacha, how horrible to have such a terrifying road incident. Glad you're all still safe and well

It's really freaky to see miniman up on his feet and walking about. He's getting quite good considering he's only been doing it for two weeks.

Anyone have any ideas on why noo has suddenly started having a couple of accidents? She was doing really well on the potty front, then yesterday we were at the park and she said she needed a wee but when we got to the toilets she said she didn't need to go. I asked her a couple more times over the next 30-40 mins if she needed to go and she said no. The she suddenly announced she did, but we didn't make it to the toilet in time. Today she also had an accident at nursery, although I didn't get the full story as her key worker wasn't around when I picked her up. And again at gymboree this afternoon I asked if she needed the toilet before we left and she said no. but I made her sit on the toilet, and despite her crying protests she did a wee. I'm a bit confused about where this sudden reluctance has come from??

Another noo/toddler question, is it a phase that they go through about now where they really push you to see how far they can go. Had a huge fight with noo on monday. I walked to the nursery to pick them both up and gave noo the option of scooting back or going in the buggy. She chose the buggy but as soon as we got out of the nursery she wanted to walk. Then she wanted back in the buggy, then she wanted to walk. I told her if she got out again she would have to walk/scoot all the way home as I wasn't going to keep letting her get in and out. A minute later I was faced with a screaming, hyperventilating child who refused to walk and wanted to get back in the buggy. After much to do I put her back in the buggy as I needed to get miniman back for his nap and noo wasn't going anyhwere fast. One minute later she was the same screaming child, because this time she wanted to get back out of the buggy!! She was throwing herself out, and I had to tighten the straps so hard they ended up leaving marks on her shoulders. She proceded to scream the rest of the journey which was another 15mins. However, I know that if I'd let her back out she then would have demanded to get back in. She likes to change her mind about everything. Is this familiar to anyone? If so, what's the best way to deal with it? At the moment I'm staying firm, but it's really difficult at times.

Morning
Chacha, lovely to hear from you Sorry you had such a fright though, and in your heavily pg state too
Nova, yes maybe she's testing the boundaries a little. But also could just be tiredness, when Jess is overtired she can't seem to cope with having options and is much easier being told 'we're doing this/you're going in the pushchair' and use the 'ignore protests/find distraction' technique (ooh is that a squirrel?) or drink/snack in buggy but she loves snacking so I shouldn't really be taking advantage of this!
On the PT front, probably just a short phase to ignore, personally I would go back to the lots of praise for going on potty toilet, and making as little fuss as possible over wet pants (hard I know, I'm as bad as anyone with a big 'Oh No!'). I would also a risk a few days of wet pants and trousers over getting upset on the toilet over fear of it escalating. She'll soon realise it's nice when it pleases mummy when she's done a wee on the potty again. Maybe the walking to the loo confused her signals? I'm still taking Jess round a the back of a tree when she announces and we're over 25 yards from a toilet!
Had some disturbing news yesterday, a teacher at dd1's school has been charged and pleaded guilty to 'offences against a minor', everyone is up in arms but I am reluctant to pass judgement until the details come out. Bella always thought he was brilliant so I'm gutted really The letter said something about 'inevitable media coverage' so we'll find out soon enough I'm sure
Right stuff to do, should really get on with PTA newsletter, the horses owner is away so I've got them to do all til Sunday.
Speak later x x x

Really quick check-in. I'm still here but up to my eyes in it! Tenants of my (pre-children) flat moved out last week and I am managing the redecoration/finding new tanants process on my own for the first time plus friends are moving back to the States and have asked me to manage their house. Am trying to work out what needs to be done there as they are going in 9 weeks and need it let as soon as they go. Only met up properly to discuss it all last night (ostrich attitude on their part I think) so its all go from now on. Anyone know someone who wants a 3 bedroom house close to Luton Airport, or a 3 bedroom flat in Bedford for that matter???
Think I may have stumbled across a new career!

BB - good news on your Dad but so sorry about your Nanna. Lots of good thoughts and wishes coming your way from here.

Nova - beach house sounds like a MUCH better idea.
I think I remember a blip with potty training about 2-3 weeks after T 'cracked it', got a bit bored with it I think but would agree with lots of praise. Also the screaming ab-dabs seem very familiar - T more than A though he can have his moments! I think being firm is the only way to go but it is bl**dy hard work - good luck.

ChaCha - hello. Hope you get no more scares, I was going shivery just reading it.

Panada - not much useful advice from me either, not sure I've ever had too many options at a time when it comes to men

Rodeo - enjoy the horses. Hope the media don't intrude too much, not a nice situation.
Must admit that we have only recently declared T too old to be doing 'dangling wees' - I know every tree/drain in the local area far too intimately

Hi it's twinkle's hubby. just to let you all know, twinkle gave birth to twin boys on Monday Callum 3lb 2oz and Connor 4lb 6oz. Both babies are in NICU but are doing well.

Hello everyone

Hi Twinkle's hubby congratulations on your new babies, hope all is well and Twinkle is recovering. Thanks for letting us know.

Nova S has been out of nappies for about a month now and hes been really good until recently sounds alot like Noo, I think that stopping and going to the loo is far to inconvienient for them and now they've got a bit more control they can put off going a bit like we can but inevitably it always ends up in an accident.If its any consolation L still has the odd accident if she is very busy doing something and she is 6!!

Rodeo - sympathies with you about the teacher thing, at least he's been dealt with now, unfortunately your opinion of him will always be changed now.

Panda - god your love life is complicated, I have absolutely no advice being an old married woman, been with DH since I was 18 can't remember much before that ( or rather only things i'd rather forget)

FH - good luck with finding new tenants, I guess everyone's feeling a bit nervous at the moment with the way money is going.

ChaCha - Hope you're enjoying yourself, where are you though?

Hello to everyone else that i have most likely forgotten xx

What has happenened to Londoner?

Congratulations on birth of Callum & Connor Mr Twinkle, glad to hear both boys are doing well, hope Twinkle is doing well too. xx

Congratulations to Twinkle and family on the birth of Callum & Connor - love to all and thanks for letting us know

Panda - gosh, what a complicated love life, I vaguely remember those heady days of dating!? suppose it depends what you are looking for - is one more suitable for "fun and folics" an the other better for "settling and staying"? other than that as long as they both know they are not mutually exclusive - keep trying both till you make a decision!?

Rodeo - horrible times for you with the teacher thing - do fill us in when you know more - it may be something that has blown up out of all proportion, or perhaps it isn't - either way it must be very unsettling and unnerving for you all.

Nova - can definitely empathise with the very strong willed verging on defiant attitudes - we have them a lot.....I am taking the stay strong and don't back down approach, as I think I will only create a devil child who is spoiled rotten and always expects to get theire own way all the time otherwise! (have also heard that the tantrum phase may last longer if I constantly give in - so this has spurred me on!)

Right - I am off to Ireland this weekend for a Residential Brownie Leader Training (las year I went to Clitheroe - our COunty run 1 per year, and I quite enjoy them to be honest ) So won't be able to check in on all the gossip till Sunday evening.

Hope you all have lovely weekends. Lots of love to all - and thanks for all of the wishes both for my Dad and my Nanna - much appreicated.

B
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HUGE (double ) CONGRATULATIONS to all the Twinkle family.
Thank you so much for letting us know.

Hope you get them safely home soon and that life isn't too insane when you do.
Remember to look after yourself too Twinkle, very easy to forget amongst everything else.

Feetheart (the big sister of twins and still sharing the kudos )

Evening!
CONGRATULATIONS to Twinkle and family! 2 boys! The hardest combination Only joking, heehee, it'll be lovely really pleased they are both doing well. Are they identical?
Hello L&S, good to hear from you Hope you are well!
Brownie, enjoy your weekend! Where in Ireland are you off to?
Feety, good luck finding nice new tenants! LOL at dangling wees! Jess tried it on her own in the garden and came back in after piddling down her wellies!
Well we found out about the teacher today. It's awful The story is here. I'm in shock really, needless to say my feelings have changed.
Twinkle's news has cheered me up though Off to watch a bit of Mighty Boosh on Dave (who thought up the name of that channel?!)
Enjoy your weekends, speak soon x

Rodeo, I'm in . How truly awful .

Thank you Mr Twinkle for letting us know about the safe arrival of Twin Twinkles . I hope we'll hear from Twinkle again at some point in the future.

I tried a dangle wee with noo once, but she just looked at me like I was a freak! We weren't actually that far away from the toilets in the park, she was just too pre-occupied with picking buttercups to realise she needed to go until the last minute. Also, the carer at nursery said she had sat in something wet outside, not had an accident. I keep forgetting she's only been dry for a month so I should really cut her some slack.

My scooter arrived yesterday, and I love it!

Hello ladies

Congratulations to Twinkle and Mr Twinkle on the birth of your boys, lovely choice of names. Hope you get them home soon and have a life time of good health and happiness with them.

Rodeo lol at the fancy dress conversations, loved the outfit you chose. at the school teacher, we've just had the same sort of thing happen at my friends childs school, its so horrible to think you leave your kids at achool where you think they are safe and that happens.

Brownie glad it was such good news with regards to your Dad, sorry to hear about your nanna though, sending both you and her strength and best wishes

Panda at your man dilemma, just enjoy both while you can keep them both in the picture and makes the choice when the time comes. Although why not pick the nice guy for a change have you not had enough of the bad boy to last you a life time

Chacha glad to hear you're having a great time at the driving experience, glad it didn't scare you enough to break your waters as that would have been an interesting birth story wouldn't it

Blimey FH sounds like you've got your hands full, making it a new career sounds like a good idea to me.

Lol at all the toilet training talk, we're making a slow effort to start, although T did do a no.2 in his the first time he sat on it so heres hoping it will go smoothly from here on in. B has never been for anything behind a tree even the idea of it terrifies him can't see T being so modest though

T has really come on lately and he just doesn't shut up now, you can see every thought going through his head then coming out of his mouth, he just makes me laugh all the time. I'm sure he thinks he's as old as B. I took him for his nursery induction on Monday he loved it while he was there but when you asked him if he liked it afterwards it was no, no and no, T not going there - doh! Should be fun in September then

Have had a busy few days helping to organise the school summer fair, have been walking around hawking bags of sweets at the top of my voice today We were realy lucky with the weather and the rain didn't come till after we'd packed away - hooray

Sorry for the super long message, have been rather down and not in the mood to post, but wanted to make sure i mentioned as much stuff as possible.

Hi to everyone else not mentioned, hope everyone is well Beks

Hi everyone,

Ahhhh...sat with feet in icy water catching up on all of your news. Congratulations to Twinkle and family hope the twins are home with you very soon and that we get an update when possible, wonderful news!

Good to see a post from everyone, will catch up properly though once home. We were meant to be back yesterday but cancelled flights as had a bit of food poisoning & did not want to risk the flight home so home in a few days hopefully. Looking fwd to some normal weather and my own bed...[dream]

Love to everyone xxx

Just a quickie as it's nearly bed time for the small ones and we're off out tonight.

Had to go to church on sunday for what I thought was a christening, but ended up being an hours worth of catholic baptism (yawn emoticon). Miniman is a very noisy boy it turns out, and we had to run out with him 40mins into it as he hit his head on a pew and started screaming. Can't say I was too disappointed with missing the rest of it though!

I'm loving the scooter although we've just ordered noo a helmet as she nearly knocked her teeth out today.

Off to the beach house tomorrow so might not be around for the rest of the week x

Hi ladies, where is everyone? Bet you're all out enjoying the sunshine, was just typing the PTA minutes so thought I'd pop in here too. Love to all Beks

Hi girls, I'm here BTKS, how are you feeling these days and how are the boys? Is your holiday booked for anytime soon?

Nova - Hope you have a lovely time at the beach house, have fun.

Well we're back and i'm really glad to be home, will not be venturing anywhere else now. Am off to have a look at other threads and then build tracks with the boys, love to all x