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First ever win and why I started comping...

I started comping a few weeks ago, never expecting to win anything. I began comping after my Mum was diagnosed with terminal cancer. I couldn't sleep and couldn't concentrate on anything and then came across this forum one day. I have found comping to be a distraction in the night when I am on my own and it helps me to get to sleep. I honestly did not think that I would ever win anything and just did it to help me get through this difficult time.

However, this morning there was a knock on my door from the postie. A signed for envelope which I assumed was probably something containing bad news. I was very surprised to open it and find £100 Arcadia vouchers from a TAB competition. It was a lovely surprise and I shall be treating my Mum to some new clothes as due to her cancer her old clothes no longer fit.

I would like to say a big thank you to everyone who posts comps on here and takes the time to share with us all. I have tried to track back and find out who posts the TAB answers but couldn't find it, but a massive thank you whoever you are :)
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  • xxgeexx
    xxgeexx Posts: 332 Forumite
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    thats brill congratulations to you!
    2019 wins: VonShef 3.5L Air Fryer
  • angiesandhu
    angiesandhu Posts: 541 Forumite
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    well done xx
  • Elsbells21
    Elsbells21 Posts: 1,702 Forumite
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    Sounds like you both deserve a treat, enjoy x
  • LemonSocks
    LemonSocks Posts: 293 Forumite
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    I'm sorry to hear about your mum. That's truly devastating but I'm glad you've found something to help you get through this awful time.

    And a big congratulations on your win & I hope many more follow!
    Best 2021 wins: 48 bottles of cider, £200 John Lewis Vouchers, £100 Currys vouchers
  • luijo
    luijo Posts: 223 Forumite
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    Hi Libra1977, Firstly Im so sorry to hear about your mum, and my thoughts are with you both.

    It was so nice to read that you have won something, and that you are going to buy your mum something. I really hope you have more wins so that you can treat both you and your mum.

    Lots of love and luck for the future xx
  • One-Eye
    One-Eye Posts: 71,087 Forumite
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    Congratulations on your first win. You and your mum deserve a treat.

    Only recent T-A-B comp for Arcadia was one of mine, although they do sometimes substitute prizes. See
    http://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/showpost.php?p=51867965&postcount=229
  • Caramel79
    Caramel79 Posts: 143 Forumite
    I'm sorry to hear about your mum, thinking of you both at this difficult time. But well done with the comping, hoping more wins come your way xxx
    :hello:Hello and thanks to all you gorgeous MSErs posting comps, answers and advice xx
  • TREEZ
    TREEZ Posts: 817 Forumite
    libra1977 wrote: »
    I started comping a few weeks ago, never expecting to win anything. I began comping after my Mum was diagnosed with terminal cancer. I couldn't sleep and couldn't concentrate on anything and then came across this forum one day. I have found comping to be a distraction in the night when I am on my own and it helps me to get to sleep. I honestly did not think that I would ever win anything and just did it to help me get through this difficult time.

    However, this morning there was a knock on my door from the postie. A signed for envelope which I assumed was probably something containing bad news. I was very surprised to open it and find £100 Arcadia vouchers from a TAB competition. It was a lovely surprise and I shall be treating my Mum to some new clothes as due to her cancer her old clothes no longer fit.

    I would like to say a big thank you to everyone who posts comps on here and takes the time to share with us all. I have tried to track back and find out who posts the TAB answers but couldn't find it, but a massive thank you whoever you are :)


    Well done on your first win. Hope your Mum enjoys her treat. :)
    2018 wins - The Missing Girl Book, £25 worth of doggy treats, 2 Beach Towels, Bottle of Ribena
  • fidget93
    fidget93 Posts: 30 Forumite
    Great news and very welcome at such a difficult time - enjoy!
  • daisychain9
    daisychain9 Posts: 165 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture
    Sorry to hear about your mum, my thoughts are with you both.

    Congratulations on your win, it'll be nice for you both to have a treat :)
    Thanks to all those who post the comps :D
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