The Happy Thought Thread Part 4
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Re: The Happy Thought Thread Part 4
Well my son and I actually managed to find a level of acceptance over Christmas and to actually find a small level of enjoyment of the season. William may not have been present but his spirit was with us as we forged a new experience.
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27-12-2023, 16:50
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Re: The Happy Thought Thread Part 4
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Well my son and I actually managed to find a level of acceptance over Christmas and to actually find a small level of enjoyment of the season. William may not have been present but his spirit was with us as we forged a new experience.
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That is what Christmas should all be about
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27-12-2023, 17:33
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Re: The Happy Thought Thread Part 4
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Well my son and I actually managed to find a level of acceptance over Christmas and to actually find a small level of enjoyment of the season. William may not have been present but his spirit was with us as we forged a new experience.
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I think acceptance of what can't be changed is one of the hardest things to achieve. I am sure William was there for you and that he has been so proud of you and Mark.
Jo xx and big hugs.
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27-12-2023, 18:51
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Re: The Happy Thought Thread Part 4
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Well my son and I actually managed to find a level of acceptance over Christmas and to actually find a small level of enjoyment of the season. William may not have been present but his spirit was with us as we forged a new experience.
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ditto what Jo says Maggy can't imagine how you are feeling, must be tough, does not even come close to what you and your son are going through.
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28-12-2023, 15:34
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30-12-2023, 14:03
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Re: The Happy Thought Thread Part 4
It's heartening to know there are still some people around who actually give damn. Girl from our pharmacy phoned to ask if Mt T urgently needed the tablets he had requested, if not she would drop them off on her way home. While she was on the phone I asked if she would bring a bottle of cough mixture with her and the tablets and I would pay her when she got here. I didn't have change and offered a tenner (didn't want change), she refused, said she would get it another time. How kind and caring was that?
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30-12-2023, 22:31
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Re: The Happy Thought Thread Part 4
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Well my son and I actually managed to find a level of acceptance over Christmas and to actually find a small level of enjoyment of the season. William may not have been present but his spirit was with us as we forged a new experience.
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The first Christmas is the hardest, we've always the hardest.
In 2020 I did the dinner for my dad and myself, I did one toast "Mum".
For us the hardest part was that we were in lockdown and couldn't be with my sister.
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31-12-2023, 17:22
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For us the hardest part was that we were in lockdown and couldn't be with my sister.
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Absolutely gut wrenching for you and your Dad and sister Hom3r
I had to check I was in the right forum
My happy thought 47 years married today
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06-01-2024, 22:27
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06-01-2024, 22:48
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Re: The Happy Thought Thread Part 4
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Lovely Jubley
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07-01-2024, 09:49
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A decent Vimto cures the blues. Happy for you both that things are getting back to normal. <<hugs>> to you both.
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10-01-2024, 12:06
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14-01-2024, 11:09
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Re: The Happy Thought Thread Part 4
My 21 month old Merrell walking boots (Moab II) had a split heel - unfortunately, the guarantee is only for a year.
I contacted Merrell Customer Services, pointing out I was a long standing repeat customer (I have previously had a pair of their walking sandals & walking boots, both pairs lasting over five years), and currently have a pair of their walking shoes and boots (both bought 21 months ago).
After a bit of to and fro email, they have kindly offered a £130 credit on a website order, so I’ve ordered a new pair of Forestbound Mid Waterproof walking boots.
It just goes to show - it never hurts to ask…
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14-01-2024, 11:35
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Re: The Happy Thought Thread Part 4
Was challenged to see if I can do 10 sit ups the other day. Bare in mind I am still 22 stone (lost 9 stone now) and 54 years old, I managed 10 unsupported sit ups and could have done more so even though I am still massively overweight some of my core strength from years of training still exists and can be built on
Also took delivery of a spin bike from Amazon and do 2 lots of 4 miles a day each takes 15 mins so this will really help now.
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