Elite 11+ shopping and chat thread

Sunshinemummy

rose28454 wrote: »

I posted earlier in the week OH had a couple of Basal Cell Carcinoma's removed from his forehead and was feeling very down with a very sore head and large scar.
Anyway he is feeling much better but the subject of him coming back to live with me came up again. I still live in what is the family home on joint names so he is entitled to ask. So its still being discussed but looks like it might happen in the new year. He will sleep eat and wash etc in the house but the plan is for him to get a small caravan to use as his lounge and to keep his books and maps. He would also like a wood burner as he has one where he is now. He and I dont like the same tv and I did suggest he have a tv upstairs but he wasnt keen.
On a financial note it would mean we would both save nearly £500.00 per month and that would definitely take the pressure off me to find extra work. It would also mean I could put some money away over the next 3 years for retirement.
It would also mean we should be able to stay in the house and not downsize.
We do see each other sometimes 2 times a day go shopping together and on holiday and out for meals so in some ways we are like many other married couples. The subject came up as I said how sad it was that due to all of his years of drinking our money away we still have a mortgage and not a lot of nice things in our home.

Although a little unusual, it does make perfect sense. In fact it is really nice that you are able to tolerate him, I may have killed him and buried him under the patio!! You are a strong, caring and tolerant woman, something that many of us aspire to be xxx

Tinyshoes

hornetgirl wrote: »

Wonder if TS is around? Her daughter will have hair ideas I'm sure. I know Superdrug sell all kinds of spray on colours, chalks etc. Could you do lots of little plaits now and keep them in all day so it's all crinkly when you take them out?

She's away at the moment otherwise I would have asked...

Sunshinemummy

Any suggestions to get a specific travel lodge on a specific day cheap?

TIA x

rose28454

Sunshinemummy wrote: »

Although a little unusual, it does make perfect sense. In fact it is really nice that you are able to tolerate him, I may have killed him and buried him under the patio!! You are a strong, caring and tolerant woman, something that many of us aspire to be xxx

Thanks. Many is the time I wish he was dead. I used to have a thread on here when it was all at its worst and I closed it but I saved it to my old computer and when I am feeling a bit down I read it and realise how much my life has changed since the early 2000's when it was at its worst. I would happily share the lounge with him but hes right its best we have our own spaces. I think most of the people on here are strong and caring people though.
My father in law died in July and he was a firestoker on the railways in the war so tommorow we are sending his ashes off in the firebox of a steam train.

Enterprise_1701C

Good morning all, cloudy here but very mild.

queen_of_cheap wrote: »

http://www.partypieces.co.uk/zombie-rodent-costume-1.html


This is my outfit for tonight. I am NOT going with the white contact lenses :eek:

I have between shoulder and middle of my back length hair, which is very fine and won't tolerate lots of back combing.

Any ideas please folks?

How about putting it in those massive rollers you get?

Sunshinemummy

rose28454 wrote: »

Thanks. Many is the time I wish he was dead. I used to have a thread on here when it was all at its worst and I closed it but I saved it to my old computer and when I am feeling a bit down I read it and realise how much my life has changed since the early 2000's when it was at its worst. I would happily share the lounge with him but hes right its best we have our own spaces. I think most of the people on here are strong and caring people though.
My father in law died in July and he was a firestoker on the railways in the war so tommorow we are sending his ashes off in the firebox of a steam train.

I probably should not say this, but this is lovely.

;);)

Enterprise_1701C

rose28454 wrote: »

Thanks. Many is the time I wish he was dead. I used to have a thread on here when it was all at its worst and I closed it but I saved it to my old computer and when I am feeling a bit down I read it and realise how much my life has changed since the early 2000's when it was at its worst. I would happily share the lounge with him but hes right its best we have our own spaces. I think most of the people on here are strong and caring people though.
My father in law died in July and he was a firestoker on the railways in the war so tommorow we are sending his ashes off in the firebox of a steam train.

Using the same house really does make sense, especially as you seem to be able to be in each others' space. And it is useful to have someone around to keep an eye out for you, and vice-versa. Whatever anyone says we all need somebody, even if that somebody turns out to be an ex who could become a good friend.

And I love the way you are sending off FiLs ashes, so appropriate

Sunshinemummy

I am procrastinating... OH told me he needs the door design today..... flipping men.

Sunshinemummy

Enterprise_1701C wrote: »

Using the same house really does make sense, especially as you seem to be able to be in each others' space. And it is useful to have someone around to keep an eye out for you, and vice-versa. Whatever anyone says we all need somebody, even if that somebody turns out to be an ex who could become a good friend.

Well said Mrs E x

Although I do have a friend who had an affair with her husband's best friend, when the affair was discovered the best friend moved into the house. Whilst it is a little unusual, they have now all lived together for nearly 20 years, and raised the kids between them. It works for them which is great.

Arthien

Morning all. Thanks for the supportive comments yesterday. I'm still feeling aggrieved at the injustice of it, but determined to make some good come of it, but personally and professionally. It just shows how unbothered I am about the job itself as I'm mostly annoyed about leaving a box of tissues and some food in the work fridge

I want the house to look as good as possible in time for Christmas, and also so that DH is ready and able to start his business next year without DIY hanging over him. Now I'm home full-time for the immediate future, there's no excuses! The garden will also be sorted properly before winter sets in, and not left until spring for once The large bush in the garden has already felt the consequences of my stress-relieving shearing :rotfl:

In the mean time, I'll need to think carefully about meal planning and not wasting money and petrol, so any food/clothing/present purchases will need to be properly thought through and collected all at once to save fuel, as there's only a small Co-op within walking distance. I'll also be sending positive vibes to the coupon fairy for as many useful coupons as possible!