*The Holly and the Ivy* and the You Know What 2013 Chatter Thread.

Lina_T

I had a little look round and found this event at Manchester Central (previously G-Mex) for anyone near Manchester. http://www.manchestercentral.co.uk/events/magical-christmas-fair

System

Ive managed to pick up 2 new DVDs with Shannen Doherty in them [dds favorite actress !]for about £5 all in .

When we moved into the bungalow we queried the Noah's ark heating system and were told it wouldn't be upgraded until 2017 so we decorated , a guy came today and its now going to be done wed/Thur this week:eek: ,so we are getting a new combi boiler and electric fire and surround unfortunately [for my oh] im at work so for once he will have to deal with it all .:D

Nanamia

Thank you my lovelies you always manage to make me feel brighter

Housing officer has been today (ASBO Man) after horrible nasty neighbour complained about me! You may remember had two run ins before our hols anyway it seems she gauged the mood of the neighbours and realised things were turning nasty and decided to get in first to complain. You should've read the list of allegations, thankfully I had plenty of independent witnesses to most of the things she'd accused me of (cos she's got such a loud voice plenty heard.) Outcome Asbo Man although was investigating a complaint about me seemed to very much know what she's like and just advised me to ignore her. I know I know easier said than done but I will do it ! Maybe now I can start to relax a little xxx

freespirit66

Nanamia wrote: »

Thank you my lovelies you always manage to make me feel brighter

Housing officer has been today (ASBO Man) after horrible nasty neighbour complained about me! You may remember had two run ins before our hols anyway it seems she gauged the mood of the neighbours and realised things were turning nasty and decided to get in first to complain. You should've read the list of allegations, thankfully I had plenty of independent witnesses to most of the things she'd accused me of (cos she's got such a loud voice plenty heard.) Outcome Asbo Man although was investigating a complaint about me seemed to very much know what she's like and just advised me to ignore her. I know I know easier said than done but I will do it ! Maybe now I can start to relax a little xxx

Oh NANAMIA no wonder you are feeling so low, having had this hanging over you, i would have been scared witless knowing i was having a visit over allegations that werent even true, please do what i said at the time, make a note of time and what was said if she starts again, then you dont have to try and remember things when you are in such a state, she is a truly evil b***h, im sure things will settle down now this is out of the way, sending you lots of hugs

Nanamia

Freespirit aww you really are lovely I didn't know till we got home DD thankfully kept quiet whilst we were away (she's such a thoughtful person) and didn't have a clue about the allegations until the guy read them out ! I cried just couldn't not believe it. Think I'd just got in such a state.
Between this and DHs delightful family who have caused no end of upset whilst we've been away it really is no wonder I'm not on great form. Still tomorrow is another day xxx

Eta: notes will definitely be made xxx

FeistyFidget

Oh Nana I am so sorry my lovely This evil witch has no right to upset you in such a way! Hopefully this will be then end of it now xxx

Well I watched Kirsties handmade christmas last year (a year late) and heard about Hyde parks winter wonderland, well we are going this year

For anyone who isn't sure of what it is;

http://www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com/

Own_My_Own

FeistyFidget wrote: »

Oh Nana I am so sorry my lovely This evil witch has no right to upset you in such a way! Hopefully this will be then end of it now xxx

Well I watched Kirsties handmade christmas last year (a year late) and heard about Hyde parks winter wonderland, well we are going this year

For anyone who isn't sure of what it is;

http://www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com/

Not been there for a few years, but if you can still pre-book tickets for the wheel, do it.
It will save you loads of time queuing. If its a clear day you can see for miles.

quidsy

Also take plenty of money, rides for kids are pricey.

We went 2 years ago & took lunch to cut costs & also pre booked the circus. Lots of fun but VERY busy.

princesskitty29

mandco wrote: »

bbd june 2014 its a mix & match offer any 2 for £1.50 though other than choc chips can't remember what else is included

Thank you, I will definitely check it out as I need two packs.

Lina_T wrote: »

princesskitty29 I'm going to have a hunt around the charity shops for some Christmas books, dvds, tins etc. next time I'm in town. The Christmas stuff tends to go quick so I will have to go early. I might even hit up a local boot sale when I get paid.


Not much to report here in terms of Christmas preparation. I'm doing Christmas Eve goody bags and I picked up some little packets of tissues in poundland (printed with me to you style teddy bear design for the women, £20 notes design for the men). Also bought some sweets with good sell-by-dates on for the sweety hampers.

Yes definitely get around the charity shops, i've got a fair few Christmas bits from them! One of my favourites was a small round tin with a robin on the lid, i'm going to make some home made fudge and package it in this as a present. I have a dinner party every year for my friends and make them goody bags to go home with - I love finding little bits to go in them!

[QUOTE=FeistyFidget;62887798Well I watched Kirsties handmade christmas last year (a year late) and heard about Hyde parks winter wonderland, well we are going this year

For anyone who isn't sure of what it is;

http://www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com/[/QUOTE]

I've been a couple of times feisy and it's fun. It's a little on the expensive side for food and drinks but has a festive atmosphere. Last year I went on the ice rink which was great, although don't do what me and my friend did - lost track of time so I had to down my hot chocolate and she had to down her mulled wine before skating round in circles for an hour!:p

noodles86

FeistyFidget wrote: »

Oh Nana I am so sorry my lovely This evil witch has no right to upset you in such a way! Hopefully this will be then end of it now xxx

Well I watched Kirsties handmade christmas last year (a year late) and heard about Hyde parks winter wonderland, well we are going this year

For anyone who isn't sure of what it is;

http://www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com/

OMG that looks amazing! I'm being lazy but does anyone know anywhere good to stay near by?

Oh Nanamia, why do people have nothing better to do with their lives? From your post it seemed as though asbo-man was on your side so try and keep positive as hard as that may seem.

My pressie to hubby is going to be a date a month, so far I have:

January - Going to watch ice hockey
February - Walk at the local country park with a flask n biscuits
March - Meal out (7 courses, 6 of them puddings )
April - Birmingham museum & gallery
May - Going to visit a local hall & gardens (only open bank holidays)
June - Local farmers market
July - Picnic somewhere
August - ?
September - ?
October - ?
November - ?
December - Hyde park winter wonderland (thanks Feisty!!)