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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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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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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. :hugs::hugs:

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Spent a lovely afternoon with daughter and son in law, down from London for a few days. :):):):):)

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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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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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Absolutely gut wrenching for you and your Dad and sister Hom3r :sorry:


I had to check I was in the right forum :(


My happy thought 47 years married today :):):)

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Yesterday and today things are at last starting to get back to normal. Having been cooped up since 20th December Mr T and I got a taxi to our local club and enjoyed a couple of vimtos with friends before we were taxied back home ........bliss :):):):):):):):):):)

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Lovely Jubley

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:tu:

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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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It never ceases to amaze me that there are so many kind people out there. I advertised for a walking frame, not only did this complete stranger go to the charity shop and pick one up for me, but also delivered to my door. :):):):):)

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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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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.