Hello all Thanks for filling me in. Was very interesting to read what you all do. HW and TFM - people who belittle what SAHMs do have obviously never done it. I had a taste of it when on Maternity Leave. Very hard work. In my current job I am off work thurs and fri (work either sat or sun each week)but still find it hard to get the housework done on those days.
Lilyloo - I agree that doing your PGCE makes sense. That would mean you are paid more (on a rising scale)and would soon offset the money you lose by giving up work.
Baffy - impressed at your job. Like lily, I am number dyslexic and got a D in GCSE maths. Fortunately my numeracy is fine and I can do drug calculations (fortunately for my patients too)
HW and TFM - link between us in that we have all worked in the health domain. I personally have used the services both of you provide and hope you never need to use mine
GU - glad your p is not drinking. Agree that if anyone can inspire a drinker to stop, it is a child as they are so vulnerable. At least he is able to do that, many can't
Dior - it does rather sound like your h is over critical and controlling. It seems like the less you need him, the more responsive he is. A bit of a cat and mouse game. It will be interesting to see how your new regime (don't reconsider leaving work)will influence the dynamics in your relationship. I suspect as you get stronger and your self-confidence grows, he will become more insecure and will either try to bring you down or become more needy. He probably isn't remotely aware of what he is doing. If h told me I was obtuse I think I would throttle him. So pompous and rude
Off to docs this morning. Having problems with my bits Think I now have Thrush but can't tell because I've got my period at the same time. Took a canesten capsule on Monday but no improvement. Don't want to be uncomfortable whilst on holiday. We're going to Devon for a week.