The OS Doorstep - a helpful and supportive thread in these tough times

cornishchick

Hi toughie just a quick post, but heard a quote earlier on, of all things criminal minds, that rang true so posting it here...

Nothing is permanent in this wicked world, not even our troubles.”
―!Charles Chaplin

Trying to got some sewing done as i promised it as Christmas presents.:eek:

Popperwell

Well, that's my night cancelled...I was about to go out to the bingo and my neighbour informs me that the drains are blocked and at least 6 properties are affected. Think they hope its mine as renting it will cost them nothing but if it isn't the Water company get involved.

However it means I have to wait for a phone call and then be told what happens next.

I was going to leave access to the garden and go out but as I have to wait for the call I have given up the night. Glad I wasn't seeing a show or I was out for the day. I had to phone where I was going so they could cancel a taxi that brings me home and they did not think I missing because I am ill again. Things happen in threes, what next?

I had the health problem Thursday, Now this...that's two down...Its personal but I don't need to use the toilet too much being single(not a family)I haven't cooked anything in fat for ages(and that goes in the wheelie bin so I have no idea what's happened)Most meals are not even cooked.

Pooky

Just popped a pic of the ripple crochet on FB and will pop it on my blog next, 6 colours, not 5, I forgot the lilac!!

bluebag

pops,

sometimes these things just happen, happened at my mums some time ago, seemed to take them the longest time to find which drain access they needed, but once they did it was all sorted and back to normal in minutes.

Sad about the Bingo though.

Popperwell

As you say it could be worse...just taking it easy. May cook a meal after its all sorted. Listening to easy listening music on the radio as I used to do before my Sunday nights out. I usually record what I miss and listen when I come in.

All sorted before Winter really sets in.

Update:They never called back...I chased them. They're not coming until morning so I could have gone out after all.

cornishchick

Pooky wrote: »

Just popped a pic of the ripple crochet on FB and will pop it on my blog next, 6 colours, not 5, I forgot the lilac!!

Just had a look at your blog. Amazing blanket. :T

kidcat

Pooky - its gorgeous,

bluebag

Pooky wrote: »

Just popped a pic of the ripple crochet on FB and will pop it on my blog next, 6 colours, not 5, I forgot the lilac!!

That looks awesome, go you! Bet it's very warm. Lovely in the wintery coldiness.

gailey_2

bluebag wrote: »

Gailey,

The panic thing is probably because you are tired and stressed, but it might be good to see your GP and mention it.

Good news about the jsa.
Don't worry too much about the smoking, it's difficult to give up at the best of times and with all the stress you are both having it's pretty understandable, see if maybe he could roll his own of cut down a bit.

Try and get a wee nap in the afternoon or after tea to help you keep up with some sleep.

Keep your chin up. one day you will look back and smile at it all.

Thanks I have gp appointment wed hell only waited a month.

I think i do have some issues need to resolve all the being the strong one taking its toll.

feel panicy lots last few weeks,a little overwhelmed.

But been sharing with you guys,

In real life im avoiding people, doing some essential stuff like school runs but im kind of in hiding as dont want people to see whats been going on or that im struggling in any way.

Kidcat think you right half term do us some good.

The smoking was same day as was in tears over giving up nursery 4 weeks notice when i saw he had wasted money on more fags I saw red I was so angry.

I know I need to sleep more, hoping doc can help with that.

Im still a bit scared feels like being on a roller coaster.

dont know when housing or tax credits will pay they need more paperwork.

need to go agents tommorow

ps is worrying me not to mention really need to schedule teeth next month and have crazy dental phobia.

school places thats in hands of the gods but its playing on mind

Hubby,s appeal and hubbys new job will he earn enough to see us make quick turnaround, hoping so but with new job comes sacrafices so might mean sailing the choppy seas of parenthood by myself most of time worrying about eldest tats hes behind, worried about middle child as shes angry and bored, worrying about small boy as hes not talking and has no friends.

Guess the worry will never stop but need to find a way get a grip some control and manage my worries better than I have been

kezlou

Hello all,

Hope your all well, havent been on for ages, so hello to any newcomers

Been mental here, I'm officially part of our local steering group. so my face has been plastered all over the conference screen projector:eek:
finally thats over with so my meetings wil l hopefully reduce now.

Started volunteering with the school, had our first night last week. It was mental, I was in agony afterwards. Successful though and my eldest received so much praise, really proud of him. When ds2 joined us at 6 pm he was very clingy and needed lots of support and reassurance. It was just to much for him. next session is on thursday so hopefully will go well.

the coffee morning I set up with my friend is again today. My second one, received messages off a lady asking if she could come. Scary. Ds2 will be there pd day. Just hope the library is organised this time and ready for us.

Kidcat don't know how you do it all. On friday I came back fell asleep and missed our social group!

Well going to attempt sleep stupid body waking me up at half two. Only been sleep 2 hours grrrr