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It may be May already but there is no maybe about BustedDreams Girls keeping on being brilliant

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SunshineCake · 07/05/2020 11:40

Apologies for the terrible title but I wanted to encapsulate the boss and how supportive everyone is.

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MrsJonesAndMe · 10/06/2020 13:27

Grin @RubySlippers77 poor children Wink

SunshineCake · 10/06/2020 17:37

*@MrsJonesAndMe please have a conversation with your husband as this can not continue. They are his kids too and it does not all fall to you. He could spend the evenings planning lessons for him if he is too important to educate his own children during the day. Angry.

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TorysSuckRevokeArticle50 · 10/06/2020 18:13

Oh @MrsJonesAndMe sorry you're struggling today, it does sound like your DH needs a kick up the bum.

It really is not the end of the world if DS takes some time off from schooling, it just isn't. Every kid out there is in the same boat and they will catch up.

I was chatting to a school mum who's kid is same class as mine and has gone back. They are spending all day playing, no worksheets, no learning, no new content. They go home each day with a stack of printouts and the instruction to do a few at home if you can.

We're still doing our alternative style home schooling, which takes up a couple of hours a day, then we're working on encouraging DD to self entertain away from the TV. She has billions of toys, I know because most of them are on the floor :D every time she says she's bored we remind her that she has stuff to do and just needs to think about it and choose something.

Your DH needs to pep up and start taking some of the responsibility during the day, he could at the very least use his lunch break to take DS to a park or garden or something and eat al fresco.

Hope things pick up for you, don't feel bad about the toastier, my lunch was pasta with butter and cheese on and a Cadbury's Oreo bar.

TorysSuckRevokeArticle50 · 10/06/2020 18:25

@mrsjonesandme I read this on Facebook and it worked for me:

"Please can we stop talking about ‘lost learning’, ‘missed work’ and ‘catch up’?

Learning cannot be lost. It can be different, unplanned, unusual - but you either learn something or you don’t.

Missed work? Work is happening - just not in the same way as we thought it would. It is not as if somewhere there is a parallel reality where classrooms continue as normal. You can only miss something in this sense if it is going on while you are not there.

Catch up? Who are children catching up with? An imaginary version of themselves who went through the last few months without a global pandemic around them?

We can’t start from a deficit model. We can’t keep saying that we would have been at this point in the syllabus if none of this had happened. We can’t pile additional pressure on children to magically leap to where we think they should have been by now.

We need to start where we are, and go from there."

RubySlippers77 · 10/06/2020 22:23

Useful thoughts @TorysSuckRevokeArticle50 Smile

I hope this evening has been better for you @MrsJonesAndMe Flowers, and that your DH sees the issue before you have to spell it out for him! Trying to keep on top of things is really, really hard at the moment, especially if you have DC who are reluctant to do any schoolwork. There are a few things I hope to carry on from lockdown - such as long walks with the DC at the weekend, spending less money etc - but I'm incredibly glad mine have had the opportunity to go back to school.

There's a school mum doing drop offs and pick ups at the moment who I hadn't seen before and I'm already trying to get ideas about clothes from her, she has a great 'smart casual' look. My clothes are all ratty and old as (a) I refuse to buy new ones till I've lost some weight and (b) I don't have the money to anyway, but I just want to look a bit nicer and give myself some self confidence. I'm trying again with the fake tan too but don't want to go all Oompa Loompa orange; I already have more than enough resemblance to a short spherical person Hmm

SunshineCake · 11/06/2020 07:02

Morning all

Years ago I decided I would buy less but better clothes. Lasted about a week. My favourite T-shirt came from Morrison's and cost about £7 and I think it is better than the many I have from M&S. I am only buying stuff I need as my wardrobe is full but lately I have ordered new walking boots, a pair of trainers, exercise top, pants, socks and a pair of shorts. That will do for this year.

I have woken up feeling awful. Chilled and very nauseous. I have noticed if being a question in the covid app but tbh it has all become pointless now. The NHS site said I don't have it. Even when I thought I had it, and a doctor said it sounded like I did, I never had a temperature the only way I will know is if I have a test.

Hope everyone has a good day, that children behave and that husbands and partners do better.

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MrsJonesAndMe · 11/06/2020 16:03

Hi all

Well they did about an 1 1/2 but only because there was no English to do and the world's shortest ever maths worksheet. Also DH sloped off to the office for 3 hours for the first time in weeks in preparation for going back to work. I took the kids for a walk and we did some painting and then lunch during that time.

I sent him an email that won't be acknowledged till I bring it up, but it gave me a chance to lay out my thoughts and feelings clearly, so that helps at least.

Have baked and eaten too much cake Blush

Thanks all x

SunshineCake · 11/06/2020 18:03

Great the kids did stuff

Crap your h skived. Clearly he is making dinner as you've not had a minute.

Email is pointless if it isn't discussed unless you think he will miraculously become a decent person

Hurray for baking and eating cake. Don't give your h any.

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RubySlippers77 · 12/06/2020 09:34

Hope you are feeling better today @SunshineCake? I'm just back from w3r3 of C25K and it was a slog - I really didn't feel like running and the second 3 minute run nearly killed me! I had a look at w4r1 and I have NO idea how I'm going to run 5 minutes Shock might have to repeat w3 whilst I work up the fitness.

If you need any walking/ running stuff have a look at Mountain Warehouse - they often have sales on and if you put stuff in your basket and leave it for a while they generally email you a discount code Wink I agree about the T shirts though, one of my (few) tops is from Asda and it's lasted really well, I have another couple of tops and a swimming costume on order with them.

Any news from your DH @MrsJonesAndMe? It doesn't sound like he's acknowledging your share of the workload at all Sad I am still job/ course hunting for September, but I'm so reluctant to commit to anything full time because I know all the childcare arrangements and housework would still fall to me. We do have PIL nearby but MIL has various health issues so I don't want to rely on her (she is great, but two boisterous 4 year olds is a handful for anyone, let alone someone with her concerns!). Your day with the kids sounds lovely though and I hope you all enjoyed the cake!

SunshineCake · 12/06/2020 11:37

Hi *@RubySlippers77, I am feeling a bit better but still a bit nauseous. I did week 6 run 3 this morning and the bloody thing paused twice so I was running and it wasn't counting. I could have cried as I could rewind and fast forward but not it the exact point. Today was run for 25 minutes. I never would have thought I could run that far so I would say keep going, don't repeat as you can do it. I only look to see what the run is now to plan my route. Before I would just set off and have no clue what the plan was Grin.

I had received my new running top from M&S and I love it. I also have trousers from there and DH has ordered me some trainers as I am running in my shoes I use when walking the dog. They are fine but DH insisted I have proper trainers.

I would love to be your nanny. I was going back to work when my youngest was starting secondary school but then things happened and then we got the dog and I have been at home since. I quite fancy doing some odd bits. I have had a couple of temporary nanny jobs in the past and it makes a nice change.

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MrsJonesAndMe · 12/06/2020 13:31

Hi all

Thanks for your concern. We talked last night after it was quiet - not a conversation to try and have with small ears.

I have handed over the schooling and I've bought more hand towels to ease the washing, so lets see how it goes.

I've been out to see a friend for a chat and it's put life into perspective.

Well done to you both for running. I've not done much at all recently!

Check in with you all soon. Hope you're OK @fallfallfall and @Foreverlexicon

SunshineCake · 12/06/2020 17:02

Not forgetting *@TheRealHousewife

Glad you have had a talk, *@MrsJonesAndMe. Hopefully he will now become a decent person around the home and not slip back into thinking everything child and house related is your responsibility.

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RubySlippers77 · 12/06/2020 23:35

25 minutes @SunshineCake Shock Shock

Proper trainers are a must though - I really like New Balance - would love some of their walking shoes too. On a cheaper note I can't wait for Primark to reopen and I can look at their sports stuff too Grin

Hope today has been better for you @MrsJonesAndMe and that your chat with DH did some good! My DP snored off at 7.30pm so no chance of talking even if I'd wanted to... he got us a takeaway earlier, I usually love Indian food but tonight I have heartburn, annoyingly. And it has been a wearing day; my conversation with DTS2 earlier went:

"Be careful with those scissors DTS2, remember they are SHARP"
"Watch what you're doing with those scissors DTS2, you're not paying attention"

Can you guess what happened next?! Yes, he nicked his finger, blood everywhere and a sobbing little boy. He loves cutting and sticking paper but I think we'll give it a miss for a while! Ironically it was a school homework project on food...

SunshineCake · 13/06/2020 07:27

These are similar if not my actual ones. I bought them for walking the dog but have been running in them and they are fine.

I used to have new balance trainers but they never fit properly and no way could I have run in them. I could barely walk half an hour without them hurting. I was happy to see they had a hole in one so I could chuck them out. Expensive mistake.

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Foreverlexicon · 13/06/2020 08:57

Apologies for going AWOL. Really been struggling with my mental health. I’m off work again for the foreseeable.

Trying to get back into this. Not counting calories at the moment but trying to eat healthy. Haven’t been exercising and actually barely left the house but I’m trying to pick myself up as I know I do feel better when I eat better and exercise.

I’m about to go for a ride for the first time in about 10 days so that’s a positive step forward.

Foreverlexicon · 13/06/2020 09:02

Just read back - thank you for all your kind words.

@fallfallfall she isn’t struggling as much as me - she’s very independent and has had long distance relationships before as she’s worked abroad etc whereas I definitely have pretty severe abandonment issues. She couldn’t be kinder or more supportive though and the whole thing has made us much closer. I think she just doesn’t see it as a choice, she feels she HAS to be there right now which I do understand. We’ll get through it somehow.

MrsJonesAndMe · 13/06/2020 14:42

All fine here. Loved your indignation on my behalf @SunshineCake but honestly, all OK. He's never been like this in a decade, so let's go with the fact that we're all doing our best in hard circumstances.

(((hugs))) @Foreverlexicon sound tough.

oh no @RubySlippers77 no satisfaction of "I told you so" either! Not when they're hurt and sobbing.

I got on the scales and need to be careful not to undo all of my hard work from last year. I've gained about 2.5kg Shock

fallfallfall · 13/06/2020 17:50

Hello everyone, yes all is well here...except the rain, it’s suppose to be semi arid here in Kamloops apparently not this month.
I had guests for dinner on Wednesday which threw my “routine” out the window for the following 48 hours. Canadian proper MASSIVE steaks, no sugar though ;).
The rain has prevented biking. But I’m getting my 6,000 steps and doing my video tai chi.
My ankle healing was described as “remarkable” and I’ve been discharged from physio due to my strength and mobility. I need to work up to 30 sec standing on each leg, currently at 20.
I’ll weigh in tomorrow.
Nicked fingers do bleed!
Forever, sending you ongoing strength!
MrsJones, I snapped the other day at a friend, not sure she’ll forgive me. It was stress AND I have no stress in my life. I’m so disappointed in myself.

SunshineCake · 13/06/2020 18:13

Hi all

I feel like crying. Don't know why. Don't know what to do about it.

*@Foreverlexicon no need to apologise when you go odd here for a bit. You have had a difficult time and while we are happy to hear from you I don't like to think that not posting is adding pressure. Don't be worrying about calories. Make good choices and always have a few nice things planned to read, watch, eat, make. Try and get out at least once a day as I find that does help.

Sorry if I was too harsh and or unkind to your dh *@MrsJonesAndMe. I feel protective of you and you have been very kind to me.

Just watching the Queens Trooping of the Colour from this morning. Would be better if the signal didn't drop out every three minutes.

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MrsJonesAndMe · 13/06/2020 20:14

Maybe just let yourself cry @SunshineCake? I cried and cried the other night for about 1 1/2 hours! I needed that release.

Oh bless you @fallfallfall maybe you can send a note to apologise again. Well done on the ankle.

SunshineCake · 13/06/2020 22:24

I can never cry about anything to do with me. This is because I was hit as a child because I was crying. I'll cry about stuff I read or watch on the tv but never about me. It isn't healthy but I can't do anything about it.

Very bad MH today.

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TorysSuckRevokeArticle50 · 13/06/2020 23:10

@SunshineCake I think we've all just reached a bit of a low in this whole lockdown/CV thing now.

I'm generally a fairly unemotional person but I'm feeling a bit tears too. Everything just seems so awful at the moment.

Racism
Death
Police brutality
Loneliness
Boredom
Lack of education for our kids
General tension and fear.

It all feels very oppressively sad, dark and miserable at the moment.

SunshineCake · 14/06/2020 06:57

The thing is I am not actually that bothered about having to stay in. Yesterday was only my third time to the shops in three months and it was ok because I went with dh. When I went on my own I hated it. Tomorrow dh and ds2 go back to work full time and school for one day a week and I am relatively ok about that. I'm not fully recovered, have put another 1.5 lb on which is upsetting but I think it has to be hormones plus other stuff on my mind relating to dh I think.

Or maybe it is lockdown stuff and I don't know it yet.

The only thing I have missed is a dog walking friend and having my therapy.

Annoyed about the weight gain as yesterday I did well. Slice of homemade bread and peanut butter for breakfast as too hungry to fast. Salad with two slices of bacon for ds birthday lunch. Dinner was salad with mackerel for dinner with a slice of birthday cake and later a few crisps and a glass of wine. How quick does weight go on on not so good days does anyone know? If related to intolerance then shouldn't have had the bread or the cake or the chocolate probably I had after shopping but didn't read the label.

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SunshineCake · 14/06/2020 06:59

Today is run for 25 minutes and I think I will go now and run that bit harder though dh keeps saying running doesn't equal weight loss. I t is more to get fit as not being able to breathe was scary but I was hoping something would come off.

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MrsJonesAndMe · 14/06/2020 07:36

I think it goes on much faster than it comes on - that's for sure. Running I think also only starts to show results once you're doing quite a bit of it, but of course you are feeling other benefits in the meantime.

Sending you a big (((hug)))

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