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“Rock bottom became the solid foundation on which I rebuilt my life.”
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Morning.
Another long silence from me sorry. Things are still very much the same here and I was bit worried it just becomes boring moaning about the same things. Ie. Money and mental health.
Smalls have been in and out of school isolating like no tomorrow. Im sure they've been home more than they've been in.
Hope everyone's keeping well and I will try to catch up with diaries etc. When I can x“Once you hit rock bottom, that's where you perfectly stand; That's your chance of restarting, but restarting the way.”11 -
Good to hear from you and to know things are ok.Is it half term this week?January spends - £587.584
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Really good to hear from you and that you're all relatively ok. I often wonder how you're getting on. We don't mind you moaning, never boring 😀I get knocked down but I get up again (Chumbawamba, Tubthumping)5
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Thanks for the update (I was away for a couple of days, hence late reply). Look after yourselves (I know you do). This will come to an end one day so hang on for that xI think a bit of sunshine is good for frugal living. (Cranky40)
The sun's been out and I think I’m solar powered (Onebrokelady)
Fashion on the Ration 2025: Fabric 2, men's socks 3, Duvet 7.5, 2 t-shirts 10, men's socks 3, uniform top 0, hat 0, shoes 5 = 30.5/68
2024: Trainers 5, dress 7, slippers 5, 2 prs socks (gift) 2, 3 prs white socks 3, t-shirts x 2 10, 6 prs socks: mostly gifts 6, duvet set 7.5 = 45.5/68 coupons
20.5 coupons used in 2020. 62.5 used in 2021. 94.5 remaining as of 21/3/225 -
Evening
Popping in again. Things are still very much the same here although all the smalls are distant learning. After a number of cases and other things we've decided its better for now. All my family have tested positive for covid. I mean we dont see them so it doesnt affect us directly. But its such a scary time for so many.
We are reaching 9 months since we last went to a supermarket or public place other than the hospital (and the older two school) its all a bit draining isnt it? 9 months since youngest has done or seen anyone.
The dark nights and morning make staying in feel so long. But we've remained clear of covid. So I'm grateful for that.
Hope you're all okay
x“Once you hit rock bottom, that's where you perfectly stand; That's your chance of restarting, but restarting the way.”13 -
Good to hear from you....it has certainly been a long haul for you all. 9 months is a long time.
Pleased to hear that you’re all COVID free and as well as can be.January spends - £587.586 -
Glad you’re all ok 👍 It’s been a terrible year but hopefully the end is in sight, stay safe until then.I get knocked down but I get up again (Chumbawamba, Tubthumping)4
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Thanks for the update.
I'm glad all the children can stay at home, it must take away a major source of worry for you. Are you getting much help from the school?
I'm sorry to hear there's Covid in the wider family, is this recent? I know it was bad in your area though I gather it's a bit better now. I hope all the individuals concerned are on the mend too.I think a bit of sunshine is good for frugal living. (Cranky40)
The sun's been out and I think I’m solar powered (Onebrokelady)
Fashion on the Ration 2025: Fabric 2, men's socks 3, Duvet 7.5, 2 t-shirts 10, men's socks 3, uniform top 0, hat 0, shoes 5 = 30.5/68
2024: Trainers 5, dress 7, slippers 5, 2 prs socks (gift) 2, 3 prs white socks 3, t-shirts x 2 10, 6 prs socks: mostly gifts 6, duvet set 7.5 = 45.5/68 coupons
20.5 coupons used in 2020. 62.5 used in 2021. 94.5 remaining as of 21/3/225 -
It's been a long strange year. Fingers crossed next year will be better. I'm glad you are all staying safe."Good financial planning is about not spending money on things that add no value to your life in order to have more money for the things that do". Eoin McGee4
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The family covid is recent cherry. They are currently isolating nearly at the 10 days since a positive test but it seems 2 out of the 6 of them are still quite sick. I've reached out to send well wishes but haven't really heard much in reply.
I guess they didn't want me to know as they've been very judgemental on my stance around the whole thing. Still hope they all recover with no ongoing issues.
Hope youre all keeping well and thank you for all stopping in“Once you hit rock bottom, that's where you perfectly stand; That's your chance of restarting, but restarting the way.”7
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