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Hi I took the whole of this summer off (6 months) and intend to do the same next year. I would love a part time job but they are like gold dust (well one that uses my skills and experience anyway) so I compromise by doing 6 months off 6 months on. If anybody asks I tell them I'm "semi-retired&...

Another 'go for it' vote here. I had a job that was meant to be 30 hours a week but was really about 40, and although I loved the job, it was quite stressful and when was pregnant I ended up taking 9 weeks off due to stress. I gave the job up when I had my little girl - now 3.5 years old. At first ...

hello you need to do what makes you happy as long as you can pay your own bills etc it is up to you how you live . life in a stressful job is hell(i work for NHS) ! who cares what people think , the proudest thing i did was have my baby . balance is everything put yourself firstx let us know what yo...

mrsflibble wrote:anywhere I could get her wet.

if this pic is against any rules, I appologise in advance.

so cute ! my baby hates baths maybe a bucket could be the answer !

I use a baby bath for my 4 month old , it seems the easiest option. you dont use much water plus you can get the temperature just right for them. x plus mine was second hand so bargain x

ps congratulations and good luck with the new baby when he/she arrives , my baby is 4 months old next week he is the best thing I ever didx

welcome

it was interesting to hear about you and your family hope you enjoy the site

I think thats a lovely offer I only wish my baby was older so I could take you up on it I think learning a language is very important

big al to win sara

Sorry Andy I am not on route but if I had been you would have been more than welcome to my sofa , It is a great idea and a good cause. Wishing you every sucess. sara

hi i love your cushion covers they are fab presents

sara

love your kitchen , you have done so well on a limited budget. i think it is great how you have recycled materials.

sara

hiya :flower: life is a funny business, you can only live by your own values and principles and have faith in yourself , other people may hurt you with words and actions but they are outweighed by those who would do anything to see you smile :lol: there is no big plan look after your family and frie...

:flower: hiya i have never had to ration myself but i guess you could use an alarm clock set yourself a 1 hour limit or log on when you know you only have say 30 mins before you have to go to work or to meet a friend so are forced to log off or be in trouble with boss/friend. discipline is the key t...

hello stripeypixiesocks :flower: i have just looked at your blog it is great to see how you are getting on, your bit of concrete is about the same size as my bit of London concrete , love they tyre planters. i see you have hanging baskets , you could try strawberries in them if you fancy a change fr...