sadie Report post Posted May 27, 2008 Lake District saw us too! Had a great time. First time stayed in a shared dorm with my DD (previously only stayed in family rooms but none available this time so we just bit the bullet ), and it was OK. Also have stopped giving medication to my DD....no problems. So all in all things going well chez us. Sure my DD would rather spend her holidays at home by herself alone in her room doing whatever she does but she fitted in with us and I wanted a holiday! We made sure that we fitted in some pony riding to keep DD happy too. So all this family kept happy doing what they like to do. What more can you ask!!!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smiley Report post Posted May 27, 2008 Pleased you've had a lovely hols Sadie MP3/iPods players........... i LOVE mine At the moment i've got Duffy Album / Goldfrapp Album / Daft Punk Album / & Perfume, Audiobook, on the go. Fan-bloomin'-tastic for when i need to zone out my darling child......... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bard Report post Posted May 27, 2008 My dad has finally been released from hospital. He looks like the walking dead, can't stand up by himself, or speak in sentences, but he was cracking up being incarcerated. He doesn't cope well with restraint and rules, and he was driving them up the wall as well. They reckon he might be calmer and give things a better chance of healing at home. We'll just have to wait and see. But to quote Monty "I'm not dead yet!' Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pearl Report post Posted May 27, 2008 Glad he's home Bard <'> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
baddad Report post Posted May 27, 2008 Ditto. Hope their right too about calmer/healing quicker <'> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kathryn Report post Posted May 27, 2008 (edited) Bard, Hope you will see some improvement now that your dad's happier. <'> to you and family, K x Edited May 28, 2008 by Kathryn Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sadie Report post Posted May 28, 2008 <'> >< All the best to you and family Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David Matthew Baker Report post Posted May 28, 2008 (edited) I went for a slide... ...and survived. Had a slight accident today whilst out walking on Grasmoor in the Lake District. The weather wasn't great so all the rocks were rather slippy. I had a rock break off in my hand and then the next thing I knew I was sliding down the face of the rock over a 3ft drop some how landed well and kept sliding. Luckily I managed to grab a bit of heather and bring myself to a halt. (About 30ft down the hill side - Oops!) Even more luckily I seem to have got away with just a slightly grazed finger and one finger nail having lifted very slightly in the centre. I think I rather worried my mum as she decided then that we had to turn round and head back down. It wasn't the nicest weather I've walked in recently (in fact it was probably the worst - low cloud that meant poor visibility and for the first 10 mins or so we had light rain). Still enjoyed it. Mum keeps telling me I'm a jammy sod (why I'm a lump of earth I don't know) and that today has reaffirmed her faith in the fact that I have a whole flock of guardian angels. Now just have to work out where we could go walking tomorrow. Can't be too late back as have kayaking in the evening. Trying to organise to go on the other 2 adventure camps the church runs too. Yes I know I'm quite mad. Edited May 28, 2008 by David Matthew Baker Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kellyanne Report post Posted May 31, 2008 Woo Hoo!!!!!!! In just over an hours time I shall be leaving to go to Londons' O2 arena to relive my teenage days!! I'm going to see Boyzone Back Again-No Matter What... I can't wait. Getting all jittery now Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bid Report post Posted May 31, 2008 Enjoy!! <'> Boho Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pookie170 Report post Posted May 31, 2008 Went to see my other halfs first gig with his new band t'other night and it was absolutely fabtastick!!! Not up everyone's street, being awsome metal, but they were great and I had a blast and I was very proud of the lads!! Yaaay!! Hope you enjoy the concert, Kellyanne, have fun!! Esther x Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kellyanne Report post Posted June 1, 2008 (edited) :thumbs: Had THE MOST FANTASTIC night last night, Boyz look better than ever especially when they all decided to take their tops off!!! Phwoar!!! :wub: got all hot under the collar then I can tell you! And I amazed myself at the fact that I remebered ALL the words to their songs. Bring on the next tour. Edited June 1, 2008 by kellyanne Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hev Report post Posted June 1, 2008 Woo Hoo!!!!!!! In just over an hours time I shall be leaving to go to Londons' O2 arena to relive my teenage days!! I'm going to see Boyzone Back Again-No Matter What... I can't wait. Getting all jittery now my fave song by boyzone is no matter what,oh i just love that song,love boyzone Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kellyanne Report post Posted June 1, 2008 my fave song by boyzone is no matter what,oh i just love that song,love boyzone They did that song as an encore where they went onto a small round stage and came over the crowd like I said befor absolutely brilliant!! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pearl Report post Posted June 1, 2008 Now go & take a cold shower My bedroom is nearly finished, lookin gawjuss What does anyone think to just one dark red wall (F*rr*w & B*lls Blazer) behind the bed, to contrast with the cream that will be on the others? Stop it looking too bland? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kellyanne Report post Posted June 1, 2008 I think that sounds really nice pearl We've just been to a DIY store and looked at some wallpaper samples thinking a cream wallpaper with maroon flowers on it on the biggest wall and then a lighter maroony colour paint on the other walls Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bard Report post Posted June 1, 2008 Just don't mention w*llp*per to Bid. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted June 1, 2008 Now go & take a cold shower My bedroom is nearly finished, lookin gawjuss What does anyone think to just one dark red wall (F*rr*w & B*lls Blazer) behind the bed, to contrast with the cream that will be on the others? Stop it looking too bland? We want piccies Pearl I've just painted our bedroom, the colour looked all browny, creamy and scrummy on the tin, but looks like vomit now it's dried Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pearl Report post Posted June 1, 2008 I havent got digi, Baggy, but I'll see if S will take a phone pic when its finished. Vomit <'> thats why matchpots were invented! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David Matthew Baker Report post Posted June 1, 2008 If I'm not careful soon I won't have any free time. As normal everything seems to be happening at once. Befriending which I thought had dropped off the radar has suddenly reappeared (the person who organises it had been off on long term sick). My dad is interested in doing some sailing courses at Sunderland and has asked if I'd like to join him. Decided to go to his church today and ask if they needed any help with the youth groups. Was told definately and should be recieving an email soon with possible ways I could help. Mainly decided that would be sensible because I look like I'm going to end up quite involved with the churches adventure camps (mainly because I encouraged them to ask, not that I'm complaining) hence I thought it would be a good idea to get to know some of the kids. It will probably mean helping at some stage on sunday (either morning or evening depending on age range) and possibly one evening during the week. I'm still going paddling on the Thursdays and am coming on in leaps and bounds. As the main instructor put it, the layers of rust are quickly getting brushed aside. Really enjoying it too and hope to be able to do my 2 star award soon and then move onto Level 1 Coach. Especially as kayaking is the main event that the church is planning to organise regularly. Then I've also said I'd be happy over the summer to go and help with my dad's scout group who are off out on the river each monday night. My activity levels have rather gone from very little to lots, lots, lots. Again not that it is a bad thing as I was a bit out of shape. I'm already feeling a lot fitter and presently haven't been very interested in any of my games consoles. Mainly using PC if anything at the moment. Then still got my walking to get in towards mountain leadership. Oh plus I promised the kids (last weekend) that I'd try and organise a walking camp for them. They were nice kids and really wanted to do one hence I said I'd look into it. Just a pity I don't have my mountain leadership yet or it'd be easy. Still have a few ideas to chase. Which reminds me need a contact off my dad. I'm back to school tomorrow which will also be nice. I do like it when I'm busy. For some reason it makes me feel far more energetic and enjoy things a lot more. Just might have to rethink how quickly I do teacher training or work out what to put on a back burner whilst I do it. I've decided they'd all be good skills to offer a school in anycase. See you all around, David. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kathryn Report post Posted June 1, 2008 Just finished a week of treading the boards - Alice in Wonderland - which went very well - apart from Thursday where we had to perform in relentless rain (it's an outdoor theatre). Trouble is, everything has to be completely removed from the site , loaded into vans and taken away, so that's what I've been doing today. I'm shattered. We're taking a shorter version of the show to the Edinburgh Fringe - can't wait! K x Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
baddad Report post Posted June 1, 2008 We're taking a shorter version of the show to the Edinburgh Fringe - can't wait! K x That'll be "Al In Wo" then When is a dormouse not a dormouse? When it's a jarbel! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted June 2, 2008 Just finished a week of treading the boards - Alice in Wonderland - which went very well - apart from Thursday where we had to perform in relentless rain (it's an outdoor theatre). Trouble is, everything has to be completely removed from the site , loaded into vans and taken away, so that's what I've been doing today. I'm shattered. We're taking a shorter version of the show to the Edinburgh Fringe - can't wait! K x Wow, well done Kathryn Sounds like another Scottish forum outing could be on the cards............blimey, imagine us lot in the front row Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kathryn Report post Posted June 2, 2008 Wow, well done Kathryn Sounds like another Scottish forum outing could be on the cards............blimey, imagine us lot in the front row That would be fun! Bit of a way to go for most people though.. I'll post details nearer the time for anyone who is around Edinburgh in August. K x Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
loobylou2 Report post Posted June 2, 2008 I got a new bike yesterday My other one is a mountain bike and this one's a town and trail bike, what a difference it makes. Did 13 miles this morning in just under an hour. Woop Woop! Will use the old one when I tootle out with the kids cos took the new one out with them last night and when I looked round they were nowhere to be seen! Turns out I'm too speedy! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
baddad Report post Posted June 2, 2008 I got a new bike yesterday My other one is a mountain bike and this one's a town and trail bike, what a difference it makes. Did 13 miles this morning in just under an hour. Woop Woop! Will use the old one when I tootle out with the kids cos took the new one out with them last night and when I looked round they were nowhere to be seen! Turns out I'm too speedy! Perhaps you could get mudguard stickers saying, 'my other bike's a mountain bike' and visa versa - you know, like the old 'porsche' car stickers. Hope you treated yourself to a nice gel saddle too Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bid Report post Posted June 2, 2008 I have got 2 hours in an empty house!! Littlies and DH out at karate, and Big A at work Bliss... Boho Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hev Report post Posted June 2, 2008 bid isent it lovely when they all out,i just love it,hope you had a relaxing time Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
loobylou2 Report post Posted June 3, 2008 Excellent idea Baddad! Will have to see if I can get some stickers somewhere! A gel saddle is a must for me, find I can't sit down for a fortnight without one! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kellyanne Report post Posted June 4, 2008 Had scan yesterday and everything is going well Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pearl Report post Posted June 4, 2008 now thats a good kind of scan to have! Did you get a photo? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smiley Report post Posted June 5, 2008 Had scan yesterday and everything is going well Yay! <'> Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pearl Report post Posted June 5, 2008 Got bedside lights for my gawjuss new bedroom, well it will be eventually Taka a look! Imagine them glowing against that dark red wall Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bagpuss Report post Posted June 5, 2008 Pearl....no They are touch lamps.....imagine the jaffa cake stains Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bid Report post Posted June 5, 2008 Lurvely, Pearl! Boho Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pearl Report post Posted June 5, 2008 Pearl....no They are touch lamps.....imagine the jaffa cake stains you know me so well Mr p's need is greater though - things just come apart in his hands, so I am futureproofing our home! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ScienceGeek Report post Posted June 10, 2008 I went to the pub group and had a good time Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Enid Report post Posted June 10, 2008 Fantastic Wish I had! Spent all evening doing boring stuff like lunch boxes for school tomorrow, swimming stuff, school uniform, etc etc all x three, so you go out there and enjoy it while you can, remember, this is NOT a dress rehersal, this is the real thing <'> <'> Enid Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
smiley Report post Posted June 11, 2008 I is happy Just 'coz i is.......... Organising a chill n meditation session for frazzled parents.......and even the thought of it's given me the biggest grin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mumble Report post Posted June 11, 2008 I is happy Just 'coz i is.......... Organising a chill n meditation session for frazzled parents.. Can I suggest you take them out the grill a little sooner next time so you don't have frazzled parents in the first place? Mmm, Frazzles Nomnomnom. My hall managers are bl00dy marvellous It just shows that support doesn't have to be costly or difficult to implement - a chat and a cup of tea and just addressing issues in a sensible way makes so much difference. Oh, and thrashing them at Connect 4 (). No it doesn't make the 'big issues' go away, but it does help. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
