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  • Different_Corner
    Different_Corner Posts: 1,925 Forumite
    Thank you :) DS1 is incredibly nervous and worried, but he doesn't actually 'need' anything. For what he has acheived/overcome in the past 3 years you can't take exams in. However I'm concerned for his self esteem.

    As for me I have put the positive thoughts out there, it will be what is best for everyone.

    My legs hurt. Tis obvious to me this shred thing works in places that other DVD's don't.

    Have got an extension on OU assignment because I don't stand a chance while I have DS2 on holiday, he his a welcome distraction with his movies, baking and general teenage antics.

    Time for one more PG :)
    DC.
    "Some people walk in the rain... others just get wet... " - Roger Miller
  • Different_Corner
    Different_Corner Posts: 1,925 Forumite
    Just checked inbox, didn't get it, but it is a learning curve.

    Must show more enthusiasm and not let nerves take over.
    DC.
    "Some people walk in the rain... others just get wet... " - Roger Miller
  • MrsMoo2U
    MrsMoo2U Posts: 4,005 Forumite
    Sorry to hear that DC. Which one was this? I am sure that the right thing will come along at just the right time.
    Some days there aren't any trumpets, just lots of dragons. Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, I will try again tomorrow -- Mary Anne Radmacher
  • Different_Corner
    Different_Corner Posts: 1,925 Forumite
    Was the local builders admin asst, no news on NHS.
    New search starts today :)
    DC.
    "Some people walk in the rain... others just get wet... " - Roger Miller
  • vasseur
    vasseur Posts: 3,093 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture Combo Breaker PPI Party Pooper Debt-free and Proud!
    Sorry to hear that DC. Fingers crossed for the NHS one. Onwards and upwards :)
    It's not how far you fall - it's how high you bounce back.... :j
    Happiness is not a destination - it's a journey :)
  • 40somethingmum
    40somethingmum Posts: 2,513 Forumite
    Hi DC,

    Sorry to hear about the job but never mind a better one is just around the corner.

    love

    40SMxx
  • Different_Corner
    Different_Corner Posts: 1,925 Forumite
    It's not a brilliant day in the DC household. I have a disappointed DS1 re GCSE's, just got to let him work through it.

    Got to have lows to get the highs.

    Spag Bol and TLC all round.
    DC.
    "Some people walk in the rain... others just get wet... " - Roger Miller
  • savingholmes
    savingholmes Posts: 29,087 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts Name Dropper Photogenic
    Sorry you are having a tough day... I know when I was looking for a new job it seemed endless but then suddenly one day - there it is the right job for you...
    Achieve FIRE/Mortgage Neutrality in 2030
    1) MFW Nov 21 £202K now £171.8K Equity 36.37%
    2) £2.6K Net savings after CCs 10/10/25
    3) Mortgage neutral by 06/30 (AVC £27.9K + Lump Sums DB £4.6K + (25% of SIPP 1.25K) = 34/£127.5K target 26.6% 10/10/25
    (If took bigger lump sum = 60.35K or 47.6%)
    4) FI Age 60 income target £17.1/30K 57% (if mortgage and debts repaid - need more otherwise) (If bigger lump sum £15.8/30K 52.67%)
    5) SIPP £5K updated 10/10/25
  • MrsMoo2U
    MrsMoo2U Posts: 4,005 Forumite
    Hi DC. What a rubbish day it turned out for you and DS. At least you both got the news on the same day, meaning that you can both wallow for the day and feel sorry for yourselves together. BUT you are only allowed one day because tomorrow is the start of a whole new chapter. What grades did your DS get, is it as bad as he thinks or had he set himself very high standards? Will he be going back after the holidays and resitting them. I wasnt allowed to return to school after my GSEs (there you go that gives my age away) and I thought it would be the end of my world. As it turned out I ended up with a much better paid job (and more responsibilities) than any of the friends that went on to University even. So there are always new paths to tread and different doors to open. Mind you at 16 there is no telling them is there?

    I hope that you are bearing up ok and that the spag bol went down well.
    Some days there aren't any trumpets, just lots of dragons. Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying, I will try again tomorrow -- Mary Anne Radmacher
  • vasseur
    vasseur Posts: 3,093 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture Combo Breaker PPI Party Pooper Debt-free and Proud!
    Good advice from cherisong as usual. Does he know what he'd like to do? Not every job needs fantastic academic qualifications. If he's not afraid of hard work he'll go far anyway.

    Hope the spag bol was good :)
    It's not how far you fall - it's how high you bounce back.... :j
    Happiness is not a destination - it's a journey :)
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