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A birthday present from us to you!

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CariGransnet (GNHQ) Thu 26-Apr-12 11:16:37

As you know we will be celebrating our first birthday on 5th May - and to say thank you for making it a really special year we have put together a fabulous goodie box as a gift for one lucky Gransnetter.

All you have to do to enter is post on this thread telling us your favourite Gransnet moment from the last year.

The prize includes chocolate from Montezuma's Great British Pudding range, a bottle of No.3 gin and some fabulous books and the winner will be picked at random on Monday 7th May.

goose1964 Thu 26-Apr-12 17:11:39

when Gransnet started I still wasn't a Gran & my grandson finally arrived in Jan this year so we have both been through an interesting year

nanaseaside Thu 26-Apr-12 17:09:35

I joined nearly a year ago when I found out I was to be a long-distance Nana and very sad (v happy now). The best part of Gransnet is, the Grans! Being part of a lovely bunch of women who are old enough to know better, but sometimes (wisely) choose not to. It seems to me we all share the love and joy we have in our grandchildren whilst resolutely being our whole selves. Who cares if the man in the street only sees the wrinkles and grey hair (or dye), we know we're 100% fab! Cheers All!

Ooh, got a bit speechy there. Think I may be wearing 2 HRT patches, or 3...

eGJ Thu 26-Apr-12 17:07:35

Favourite moment - hard to pinpoint, but support over the months flowersand also winning the Good Pub Guide [you can be sure I'm working hard to try to visit as many as possible!] wine wine

soop Thu 26-Apr-12 16:51:16

My favourite moment was when, at my most vulnerable and lonely, I knew beyond a shadow of doubt that I was not weak or bird-brained or worthless...or indeed, alone. Every individual Gransnetter, through the sharing of experiences, enriches the wellbeing of another. We all matter and life is sweeter for that fact. A huge thank you to everyone.

glassortwo Thu 26-Apr-12 16:44:12

jingle the mind boggles on how it got in her pocket grin ha ha forgot you told me you loved me at the New Years party.... mwahh wink

syberia Thu 26-Apr-12 16:02:31

Favourite GN moment? Lots!

On joining, being made to feel SO welcome.

Sharing the "secret" of my daughters pregnancy last July and the continued support through same pregnancy when I felt my DD had turned into an alien being!

Invaluable support through the traumas with my son.

Hallowe'en party!

Carol singing, such fun seeing the faces online.

Being able to GIVE support through these wonderful forums.

New year party!!

Gransnetters sharing my joy at GDs birth 15 days ago and all the good wishes.

The laughs we have shared, and even the tears, as I feel privileged to be among such wonderful company.

nanachrissy Thu 26-Apr-12 15:30:27

Every single moment has been a joy,even the uncomfortable ones when I was unexpectedly in The Guardian in an article about sex and the over sixties!

I've laughed and cried with all these wonderful women and men, who make up this fantastic bunch of friends.

Thanks Gransnet,I've loved every minute!

whenim64 Thu 26-Apr-12 15:15:36

My favourite moment was in the lead up to the Christmas panto when Mamie was practising her choreography and brought her tarts can-can dancers as far as the French airport to perform, then gave up and went home. I laughed so much I had tears running down my face.

Just been reading it again - visions of knickerless dancers with legs behind ears.....! Hilarious! grin grin grin grin grin

janthea Thu 26-Apr-12 15:06:46

My favourite moment was when I got a call from Gransnet to ask me if I was willing to be interviewed for an article about Supernanny for the Radio Times. I was in a taxi with my daughter after she had been to hospital for tests on her unborn baby (which all turned out OK in the end). Gransnet asked me if I would be willing to have photos taken the next day. I muttered 'yes' - shocked. It was great fun and I was very proud to be interviewed on behalf of Gransnet!! grin

greenmossgiel Thu 26-Apr-12 14:56:34

Not a day goes by when I don't log on to Gransnet - apart from when I'm away on holiday. Gransnet and it's lovely band of sisters and the odd brother (not literally, of course!) can take the blame for my not getting dressed or making the bed until almost lunchtime some days!
I have received wonderful support from so many of you, and have been made to think seriously about issues that before, I may not have had the chance to discuss or consider, due to the fact I no longer work or often mix with like-minded people. I love Gransnet - long may she reign! smileflowers

weather Thu 26-Apr-12 14:54:35

I really am enjoying the site but most of all taking part in the survey about my grandchildren and the £50 amazon voucher I was given as a result of doing so...many thanks

janepearce6 Thu 26-Apr-12 14:33:04

What I love is the many (and quite surprising occasionally) times SEX is mentioned! You have a lovely sense of humour and always reply immediately and always have something to say! I love your newsletter too. The only downside is the fact that I probably won't meet any of you but because you are here, I've made Twitter friends who I'd love to meet too but everybody is so friendly that I feel we should have a party somewhere, somehow, sometime!!! But, thanks for the joy and the laughter I've had over the last year - keep it up - you'll just probably get better and better. Bless you all for being here!

Ariadne Thu 26-Apr-12 14:02:38

My absolute favourite was the virtual party at Blackpool Tower! I had to work so hard to keep up with everything and everyone, and laughed and giggled my way through the evening. Wot larks, Pip!

dorsetpennt Thu 26-Apr-12 13:55:17

I joined Gransnet soon after it began. This made me eligible for a prize draw and I won a Ninetendo DS - I had never won anything other then a box of broken cheese biscuits in a raffle. So this was wonderful - I've gone on to buy several games -also some games for my GC to play. I often travel up to London to see them and this keeps me entertained during what can be a tedious journey. So Thank you for that. But, a bigger thank you for this wonderful website of people with similar problems, queries and observations. I have had a number of concerns and the other Gransnetters have been supportive and helpful. So thank you all. When I was computerless for nearly 5 months I felt bereft and it was wonderful to be back. Some GNs have come and gone - but a lot of the originals remain. Almost friends I hope. To Gransnet a big bunch of flowers

glammanana Thu 26-Apr-12 13:42:03

Far too many to mention but the highlights where finding the confidence to join GN in May last year after searching other sites which did not suit,the halloween party when I had the first outing on my new 4x4 Turbo Charged Broomstick after falling off the old one into the arms of a Policeman at the beginning of the M6 whilst on my way homeblushAll the help when I was deciding to have my long hair cut just before Christmas when DD said "nannas" don't suit long hair.(still have it)and all the lovely friends I have made during the past year and the good advice I have been given on so many topic's.Thanks GNers.flowers to all.

Mamie Thu 26-Apr-12 13:25:02

My favourite moment has been seeing how Geraldine has been able to represent the views of Gransnetters in her increasingly high media profile. It makes me feel we can still make a difference.

imjingl Thu 26-Apr-12 13:18:38

And when we got drunk on New Years Eve and I told Glass I loved her. That needed to be said. smile

imjingl Thu 26-Apr-12 13:17:31

Oh, and when I got a grin from Cari for saying Happy New Year and may the advert fees keep rolling in. smile

imjingl Thu 26-Apr-12 13:16:30

Actually one of my best moments was when I got left some kisses from Esther. [purr]

imjingl Thu 26-Apr-12 13:11:28

She's still trying with 'em Glass. (We were out for a walk one day recently and she found one of them in her fleece pocket! shock. Can't imagine where she was when it fell out!)

Annobel Thu 26-Apr-12 13:10:50

Most certainly the completely whacky Halloween party. We were the Gransnet coven and as far as I remember someone even got arrested!

joannapiano Thu 26-Apr-12 12:52:56

I received a paperback book through the post a couple of weeks ago and couldn't think WHO it was from.I then remembered I'd entered a comp on Gransnet and must have won.It made my day.

orijen Thu 26-Apr-12 12:51:58

Congratulations Gransnet on a great site and happy Birthday

Pamaga Thu 26-Apr-12 12:43:36

I love Gransnet. I have had several free books via your promotions and have had many LOL moments from your forums - especially some of the moments involving knickers! You manage to achieve a perfect blend of being informative and entertaining. Congratulations and here is to many more birthdays.

joanie306 Thu 26-Apr-12 12:42:35

My most memorable moment was finding gransnet.com. There is so much on here to brighten my day. Thankyou for being here...;0)