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  • cuddlymarm
    cuddlymarm Posts: 2,206 Forumite
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    Hi guys
    When our granddaughter is old enough to she will spend time away with both sets of grandparents. It gives the parents time to themselves and memories are made. 
    DHs elder brother started taking their grandchildren away and as they’ve now lots have a rolling list. 


    August PAD 

  • Sunshine_girl2
    Sunshine_girl2 Posts: 3,083 Forumite
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    Survived the first two days, Eureka was very good , they didn't want to leave . Yesterday we went round where the BBC is and we had drinks sat in deck chairs , lunch was a treat , called at the park on the way home . Money was spent need to sort my funds out this weekend. 
    Housework this morning, then hairdresser at lunchtime . Intend to try and get some clothes out for packing. 
    Off to clean the bathroom. 
    Life is an adventure, never stop exploring.

  • milann
    milann Posts: 11,398 Forumite
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    Sounds like you’ve had a great start to the holidays 👍
    January spends - £587.58
  • Sunshine_girl2
    Sunshine_girl2 Posts: 3,083 Forumite
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    Housework done, been to hairdressers . Have done a short packing list. Going to watch a film now as the weather is rubbish. 
    Life is an adventure, never stop exploring.

  • Sunshine_girl2
    Sunshine_girl2 Posts: 3,083 Forumite
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    The day turned into a lovely sunny one. Packing done for tomorrow, just a few items for the morning. Looking forward to getting away for a few days and hope the DGS&DGD enjoy it as well. 
    Life is an adventure, never stop exploring.

  • savingholmes
    savingholmes Posts: 28,971 Forumite
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    Hope you all have lots of fun making  memories
    Achieve FIRE/Mortgage Neutrality in 2030
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    3) Mortgage neutral by 06/30 (AVC £24.3K + Lump Sums DB £4.6K + (25% of SIPP 1.2K) = 30.1/£127.5K target 23.6% 29/7/25
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  • Sun_Addict
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    Have a fabulous time 😎
    I get knocked down but I get up again (Chumbawamba, Tubthumping)
  • amber03
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    Enjoy your time away.xx
    :j Debtfree and and staying that way.:j3-6 month emergency fund, No.61 £140.00
  • milann
    milann Posts: 11,398 Forumite
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    Have fun 👍
    January spends - £587.58
  • beanielou
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    Happy happy holidays  :)
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