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Polly and her Dollies are counting down to Christmas

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StuckInPollyannaMode · 11/11/2022 09:52

Hello my lovelies

Is this going to be the thread where I finally get divorced? Will my Ring of Fabulousness ever be worn? Will the Divorce Tattinger be drunk?

I bloody well hope so. It's been a very long time coming.

Here we are again. In the main headline news... I'm still not fucking divorced from Geller. I've had to sign an affidavit for the absolute application to say yes, I want to proceed, because it's taken so bloody long.

The Dollies are amazing, brilliant and pains in the bum in equal measures Grin I can't believe how much they're growing up. For Christmas they want to learn how to make me a cup of tea for my present. I'll take that. DD1 hasn't had a good couple of weeks, not helped by me having a whole load of work done in the house so things here have been a bit chaotic. DD2 has been off school poorly with D&V, poor little mite.

Geller remains an eejit who is unable to put the Dollies first. The shenanigans have been unbelievable and of true Geller quality levels. I am rising above. And doing a lot of deep breathing. My parents have now moved house and my mother is being her usual self. I've distanced myself quite a bit. I did help them out for a day but that's it.

I'm becoming addicted to exercise again and have graduated to the fast lane in the swimming pool, hurrah. I've survived several spin classes and even treated myself to a new pair of trainers. My gardening is coming on nicely (I'm very good in autumn with slash and burn, I can do destruction) and I've now got my new shed up.

Work is insanely busy and I'm on the edge of a new possibility which will, if it comes off, be life changing for me and the Dollies in terms of security. It's going to be a crazy few months but I'll give it all I've got.

I haven't heard from Westley since I threw my toys out of the pram with him wanting to still be friends and message me randomly - no. I'm too good for breadcrumbing and I've got enough friends, thank you. I'm not dating, not planning on dating and finally feel like I'm starting to move on. But it's not a priority for me right now, although I do really miss cuddles. And sex!

Perhaps most excitingly, today I am trialling a new foundation. It's supposed to be a dupe of Estee Lauder's Double Wear, which I love, but I just can't justify the cost of for everyday wear.

As ever, if you're still following me, thank you. Without MN and you all I wouldn't be where I am today.

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Fraaahnces · 15/01/2023 10:49

@crosspusscrossstitcher I’m quite sure Polly could read the tone of voice wasn’t serious there. He’s hardly like to waltz off into the sunset is he?

claireb7rg · 15/01/2023 19:40

Hurrah @StuckInPollyannaMode massive congratulations!!!

Love that ring and hopefully Geller will disappear off the face of the earth now!

Newestname002 · 15/01/2023 20:27

hopefully Geller will disappear off the face of the earth now!
If only...Hope you're well on the way to recovery Polly. 🌹

TheFeistyFeminist · 16/01/2023 13:09

Congratulations and what a relief! Beautiful bling. Hope you're feeling better soon so you can celebrate with Polly and her Bolly!!

StuckInPollyannaMode · 18/01/2023 12:47

Oh, my loves. I have woken up this morning positively BRIMMING with zest for life. I'm finally, FINALLY feeling better, I've oodles of energy and I've been bloody well bossing life this morning. Something has shifted, I don't know what, but I'm back to me. Hurrah!

I also have a new anthem which is so, so me. I wanted to share it with you. It's the new Miley song. I know, I know, I'm too old for it but good heavens above this resonated! Been dancing around to it and funnily enough bought myself a tiny bunch of daffs last night - spring is on its' way.

- enjoy and hope you're as uplifted as I am!
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pointythings · 18/01/2023 13:05

Nobody is too old for any music! If you love it, you love it. One day in the not too distant future you will be picking up new music from your Dollies and it will be brilliant. Keep loving the music!

Daftapath · 18/01/2023 13:14

Love that as an anthem! You go girl! 💪🏻🌼

ImBlueDab · 18/01/2023 13:50

I'm sure I read somewhere, the house in the video is the house Miley shared with her ex, who cheated on her, and the black suit she wears is one he hated and wouldn't go out with her wearing it Grin

Newestname002 · 18/01/2023 15:09

Daftapath · 18/01/2023 13:14

Love that as an anthem! You go girl! 💪🏻🌼

I'm right there dancing with you! 🌹

Newestname002 · 18/01/2023 15:11

Oops sorry - that was more for @StuckInPollyannaMode - but I'll dance with everyone!! 😀

AcrossthePond55 · 18/01/2023 15:45

@StuckInPollyannaMode

Hey gurrrllll....you're NEVER too old to boogie!

Trust me, I know. I'm in my 60s and I can still 'shake my groove thang' with the best of them! Just ask my (horrified) DH & sons and my (delighted) DiL about her birthday party last weekend!!!

On second thought, probably better for me if you DON'T ask!💃💃💃🍾🍹🥂

Pashazade · 18/01/2023 19:40

Liking that song OP, an excellent one to boogie too. So glad you've got your groove back!

crikeycrumbsblimey · 19/01/2023 06:51

Id completely missed your news - how wonderful

remember - you couldn’t have done it without you. You did this - imagine what’s next!

claireb7rg · 22/01/2023 18:51

ImBlueDab · 18/01/2023 13:50

I'm sure I read somewhere, the house in the video is the house Miley shared with her ex, who cheated on her, and the black suit she wears is one he hated and wouldn't go out with her wearing it Grin

Shakira and Miley: Writing a perfect break-up song www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-64305760

Mix56 · 28/01/2023 17:48

Hi Polly, was thinking of you today. I hope you've got a date night lined up.
(Did Wes. show his face finally & collect his stuff?)

StuckInPollyannaMode · 05/02/2023 07:09

Bonjour lovelies

I bring you an update from the slopes - yes, I’m skiing again! With friends, and we are having a lovely time. I am relaxed and happy and eating allllll the cheese.

I haven’t seen Westley. Chose not to, on either of his last trips to the UK. We’re still in touch a bit but he can never be who I need him to be, and I deserve better than what he could offer. I’m grateful for having him in my life but he was a stepping stone not the final destination, if that makes sense.

Still seeing the chap I met just before Christmas. It’s very calm and relaxed and I’m very much enjoying getting to know him. He wants to see me and makes sure I know it, makes a lot of effort, really listens and makes me laugh, a lot. Great physical match and my friends think he’s super. So. I am proceeding cautiously and carefully, and he is respecting that. We shall see! What I mustn’t do is see security as boring. I'd got so used to the up and down ness and insecurity of Westley, and completely lost myself with Geller - I’m not doing either of those again.

Geller continues on in his own special way. Funny how it barely matters now. Still capable of winding me up to the nth degree, but I’m getting better at it.

The Dollies are amazing and I can’t believe I’m lucky enough to have them. They are brilliant and funny and annoying and hilarious and growing into proper people. 10th birthdays after Easter! Amazing.

DM, the Covid denier, is still causing chaos and I’ve just detached so much from it. I’m setting the boundaries and the pace now, and that’s much better.

Work is going really well, there’s new ventures in the pipeline and everything is looking good.

So it seems like this is a good time to say, my loves, a huge thank you for your support and help and motivation and general brilliance over the past few years. I’m still around and still MNing but I think it’s time to name change and move on. I’ve lost count of how many threads I’ve had and I couldn’t have done it without you all. But it’s time for a fresh start and I know how awful it is to be left hanging, so, it’s not goodbye, it’s au revoir. I’ll make sure I pay the support forward and hope that in some way I’ll have helped, and will help, others in the same situation as I was.

Big hugs and lots of love

Polly xxxx

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SortingItOut · 05/02/2023 07:20

Oh Polly that is just the best update.

So sorry that you're saying au revoir but totally understandable.
Here's to your new life and new adventures after divorce🥂

RandomMess · 05/02/2023 07:23

Indeed the best update.

You are welcome Polly, live long prosper Flowers

LivingDeadGirlUK · 05/02/2023 07:33

Fantastic update Polly, see you in another life(name).

Mix56 · 05/02/2023 07:54

All good things Polly, Be happy.

Pashazade · 05/02/2023 08:34

A lovely update Polly. Good luck to you and the girls going forward. They're lucky to have you. x

pointythings · 05/02/2023 08:49

That is the BEST update! You've had such a journey, and you're right, you are ready to sail the ship by yourself and pay it forward. Be proud and make your name change reflect how far you've come.

billy1966 · 05/02/2023 10:05

So pleased for you and your girls.

Continued happiness and success to you all.

comfortablylesslumpy · 05/02/2023 10:14

Yes, absolutely the best update. All the best and every happiness to you and your Dollies- you deserve it xx

IamEarthymama · 05/02/2023 10:16

Wishing all the lovely things as you move on.
Love to the Dollies and to you. Xx