Organised Christmas 2008.. The countdown has begun!

Melon78

Morning all

Fortuantly i have most presents bought, only got the chocs/wine type gifts left to get (and something else for DH). Got a few bits and pieces to make.

Just aswell really as we've decided we're going to decorate the kids bedrooms before christmas! Putting the boys in togther, mooving my daughter and thereby freeing up the box room for DH to have a study again......

candygirl

Hi everyone:hello:
I usually go mad and spend a fortune on everyone at xmas, however due to several factors, eg lack of supply work, my Dad being terminally ill and it's probably his last xmas, this year I don't feel the need to spend a lot on material things:o
I am limiting my gift buying to My Mum, Dad, Niece,Nephew and 4 good friends.I have previously bought for my Brother and his gf and have never recieved a gift back, or much thanks, so have told them i'm just buying for the kids now;)
My DD is pregnant and living with me at the mo, but is getting a flat, so I will do her usual stoking and a biggish prezzie, nd get bits for the baby.
Not sure what to get for everyone else yet, but will come on here for ideas.Just need some work now:rolleyes: :rolleyes:

pinkladymel

Thanks Dani85 did your parents christen you that?

Melon78 I would love to clear up some space and gain a study! Think of all the christmas things you can do in there in peace! Hope it all goes to plan x

candygirl I am so sad to hear about your dad. I can't even imagine what kind of heartache you must be going through every day and how this must weigh on your mind over christmas. I hope that the thought of getting a grandchild brings you some happiness to ease the pain and everything goes well x If you ever need someone to talk to I am a good listener x I know what you mean about brothers.. dont even get me started on mine.. Think I might follow your plan

Shevs

Hi Candygirl I am so sorry to hear about your dad, I lost my grandad last year after a long battle and it still hurts now so I know what you are going through. My thoughts are with you and your family. But like Mel said you have a little grandchild to look forward to and I am sure that they will adore you.

For all the christmas nutterson the thread that are living in sunny manchester (for once it isnt raining), they have started to put up the christmas decorations up ready for the big switch on in November. They have the christmas trees on the lamp posts down oxford road heading towards Peter Street. Ooooo it's getting so close xxxxx

sarahf191979

pinkladymel wrote: »

You dont really give me a headache I LOVE reading what you do everyday it is brilliant and also gets me thinking about what I need to do.:jI bet you are excited for your holiday now because you must be exhausted with all this extra tidying you have been doing.

I was tired and being hyperactive last night hope I didnt cause offence to anyone:o

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We are all excited about the holiday, the kids are climbing the walls LOL

We will be away over Halloween (also youngest 5th Birthday) so really looking forward to all the activities on over the week.

I caved in the other day a bought them costumes from Sainsbury's (I know not very MSE, but with all the money saved I though what the heck) and have bought them lots of treats for while we are away.

I've not done anything yet today , well apart from have cups of coffee LOL ......:rotfl:

Sarah
x

sarahf191979

Shevs wrote: »

Hi Candygirl I am so sorry to hear about your dad, I lost my grandad last year after a long battle and it still hurts now so I know what you are going through. My thoughts are with you and your family. But like Mel said you have a little grandchild to look forward to and I am sure that they will adore you.

For all the christmas nutterson the thread that are living in sunny manchester (for once it isnt raining), they have started to put up the christmas decorations up ready for the big switch on in November. They have the christmas trees on the lamp posts down oxford road heading towards Peter Street. Ooooo it's getting so close xxxxx

Ohhhhhhhhhhh I will have to go Down to Manchester now just to see all the lights, Do you know what day they are turning them on?


Yes its nice and sunny up here in Oldham too Shevs, Bit Cold mind but lovely clear skies..

Makes a change

Sarah
x

scattymam1

sorry to hear that candygirl, - it will be a strange christmas for me too, my mam(and my best friend) died in february from cancer and we will be lost without her. I am even more determined to make this christmas the best yet for my daughter and family though. There is nothing better than christmas for building family traditions and being together as a family - lots of good memories of her will be with us during the tough times though which I'm sure there will be. Thinking of you candygirl at this time - stay strong and positive, keep good friends and family close.

Shevs

sarahf191979 wrote: »

Ohhhhhhhhhhh I will have to go Down to Manchester now just to see all the lights, Do you know what day they are turning them on?


Yes its nice and sunny up here in Oldham too Shevs, Bit Cold mind but lovely clear skies..

Makes a change

Sarah
x

Hi Sarah, Yeah they are turning them on on friday 7th November. The Christmas Market opens on the 18th of November. I work just off Albert Square so I get to watch the rehersal for the big switch on during the day from my desk:D .

Dani85

Oh my lordy me. I keep having to take breaks, im getting gassed in the kitchen by the degreaser haha.

But its working wonders! Done all the outside of the cabinets and on top of the cabinets too. Now need to crack on with the insides. Not loooking forward to that seeing as though I have found a leakage of golden syrup, ewww!

candygirl

Thanks MEL, SHEVS AND SCATTYMAM.I know I sound soft but i've always been a proper Daddy's girl, so need to make the most of whatever time he has left:o