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fancythat Sun 16-Apr-23 06:53:07

I feel like starting a "nice" thread.

Post something nice that is happening now to you. Or in the past. Or likely to happen in the future.

In real life, I know of some things that are not nice that are happening to people. But I know these things in confidence. Each person does not know about the other.
People think I have only their problem to help them with, whereas in reality, I have about six.

I am ok really I think.
Just fancied a bit of cheering up.
I am actually going out today to a nice thing, which will hopefully help.
So at some point, I wont reply back for a while.

fancythat Tue 18-Apr-23 10:42:15

Aldom

Juggernaut what a lovely story of your grandson creeping down the drive with his well written little letter. Something to treasure.
I'm similarly proud of my grandson. He's fourteen now. At birth not expected to live. He has global brain damage, cerebral palsy and is autistic. He struggles to write. It's a laborious task for him. I thought you all would like to see my Mothering Sunday card from him. He has written 'Dear Grandma, Hope you have a great day. You are the best. Love, xxxx
When he was born, two people told me it would have been better if he had died! How wrong they were. He is a joy and a blessing. Our lives have been so wonderfully enriched by having him. And what is more, he has made amazing progress. No one could have believed how well he has done, thanks to the medical profession and his wonderful parents.

This one is almost bringing tears to my eyes.
A card to treasure for you.
And well done to everyone who has helped him with all his endevours.

fancythat Tue 18-Apr-23 10:38:31

I didnt write that very well. I mean they are wonderful posts.

fancythat Tue 18-Apr-23 10:36:47

I sitll feel as if I should reply to at least some of the posts. They are most wonderful.

fancythat Tue 18-Apr-23 10:35:55

aw aw and aw minxie. Congratulations.

minxie Tue 18-Apr-23 09:28:34

My first Grandchild, a boy was born last Saturday 8lbs 5oz and he’s an absolute beaut and perfect. I’m totally in love 💙💙💙

Kim19 Tue 18-Apr-23 08:34:04

Thank you SO much, Lollin. Think I understand that but will write it down for a step by step journey. Can't tell you how grateful I am. Good old GN!

Lollin Tue 18-Apr-23 08:07:12

kim19 take metropolitan line from Euston Square to Baker Street (it stops at Great Portland Street then Baker St) . At Baker Street take the Jubilee Line heading towards Stratford (not Stanmore which is the opposite end of the line) once on the Jubilee line it’s 10 stops to North Greenwich which according to the O2 arena website is where you need to get off. I’m not very fast at typing so you probably know this by now otherwise hopefully this has helped smile

fancythat I don’t think anyone would expect you to reply to them individually especially after seeing how many replies your ‘nice’ thread has. Hope things are getting better and seeing how your thread has grown gives you some happy distraction it has me smile

fancythat Tue 18-Apr-23 07:53:47

I dont personally know the answer Kim19.
Hope someone on GN is able to help.

Taichinan Tue 18-Apr-23 07:48:09

jenilin flowers. This is the very worst time in your life. Sending you vibes of strength, with love.

Kim19 Tue 18-Apr-23 07:09:59

I've a trip to make from Euston Underground to the O2 arena. Apparently I need the Jubilee line? Could anyone tell me where to change and finally get off, please? I've tried tfl. SO confusing!

Lilyflower Tue 18-Apr-23 06:27:57

My three month old granddaughter is a complete joy. She is now engaging with others and smiling. What a miracle new life is!

natasha1 Tue 18-Apr-23 04:30:21

Little steps hopefully spring is here now and we can all get some vit d and feel better.sunshine

natasha1 Tue 18-Apr-23 04:24:14

smilecupcake

natasha1 Tue 18-Apr-23 04:21:09

Sounds wondeeful.

natasha1 Tue 18-Apr-23 04:18:37

smilewonderful.x

natasha1 Tue 18-Apr-23 04:16:55

Brilliant

Gwenisgreat1 Mon 17-Apr-23 21:41:03

I am visiting one of my favourite places on earth ( in North Wales) at the moment, so I feel blessed. That will be compounded when my sisters join my DH and myself on Wednesday til Saturday, then it will be back down to earth!

fancythat Mon 17-Apr-23 20:18:30

nadateturbe

You couldn't possibly reply to everyone. 🙂

No. &MaryDoll

I thought I could but got rather far behind and found I couldnt.
Sorry to those I didnt respond to.

I could still manage some. I dont want to upset anyone.

jennilin. I echo what AuntieFlo says.

Grandmabatty Mon 17-Apr-23 19:13:28

I took my 17 month old grandson round the street for a walk. He was fairly slow to walk and hasn't been walking much outside. He gave such happy screams of joy at walking and looking at everything. Lots of smiles and laughs too. He's such a happy baby it made me happy too.n

Juliet27 Mon 17-Apr-23 19:06:20

sally45

What a good idea! I am hopefully getting a tortoise to look after, really looking forward, we have a lovely garden for him to enjoy.

Mine, who we rescued from her previous owner who had owned her for 40 years, was brought out of hibernation last week and she’s gradually becoming livelier so she’ll be out in the garden tomorrow.
Funnily, the tortoise had always been Fred with the previous owner but a vet confirmed she’s Freda!

Marydoll Mon 17-Apr-23 18:52:41

To be honest fancythat, I never expected you to respond to anyone/everyone.

During Lockdown I hosted a daily maths class on here, it was all a bit of fun, but I nearly killed myself trying to respond to everyone.
It was only because I was shielding and was stuck at home, with no visitors, taht I had time!

Auntieflo Mon 17-Apr-23 18:47:47

jennilin. You are carrying a heavy load and I hope you have some help. My heart goes out to you. Real life can be so hard but I hope you carry on reading this thread and it gives you a lift. flowers for you

jennilin Mon 17-Apr-23 18:31:50

A noble statement unfortunately not everyone can comply . My husband of 50 yrs is in hospital with sepsis, MS & dementia . Sometimes real life kicks in and it's impossible to ignore but I would love to be part of a nice thread god willing xxx Just representing the flip side sorry

Bijou Mon 17-Apr-23 17:47:38

I managed to get out to sit in my front garden today and my next door neighbour actually said Hello!

nadateturbe Mon 17-Apr-23 17:39:44

You couldn't possibly reply to everyone. 🙂