OT - on your marks, get set..... CHAT!

[poppyolivia]

hey Emma glad to see you back...missed you!!! xxxx

[thelittlemermaid83]

hey Emma glad to see you back...missed you!!! xxxx

Missed you too :hug:

[Cyrano]

How is everyone :)

[scampbunny]

nice to see u back emma :grouphug:

[Mum to Belle]

:wave2:

:wave: Fancy seeing you here! :hug:

[thelittlemermaid83]

nice to see u back emma :grouphug:

:wave: Fancy seeing you here! :hug:

:grouphug:

[Mum to Belle]

I went running yesterday - crazy behaviour! :rolleyes:

[poppie123]

How is everyone :)

Worried and angry.

To cut a long story short i have a greengage tree that now has hundreds of wasps eating the fruit and i have been told there is nothing i can do but let nature take its course.

Tonight my Daughter worried about the wasps and our cats ( they have actaully been giving the tree a very wide berth) whilst i was out went out and sprayed wilkinsons insect repellent all over the tree some of which has of course gone all over the patio where the cats walk.

Luckily for her she did not get stung and thankfully there was not much left in the bottle.

I have just spent ages outside hosing the whole patio down and scrubbing it. I think insect repellent can be quite harmful to cats so now we are worried sick.

Bloody kids :headache:

[Cyrano]

Worried and angry.

To cut a long story short i have a greengage tree that now has hundreds of wasps eating the fruit and i have been told there is nothing i can do but let nature take its course.

That is not good :hug: Children and animals do not mix with wasps :scared1:

[DLPdaft]

Oh Poppie no wonder you are worried sick - are your cats okay this morning? I hope its all fine, and the insect repellant doesn't harm your animals :hug:.

[Cyrano]

Talking of bugs... I got a nasty virus (antivir solution pro) that makes your PC think that all programmes are infected, so you need to scan your PC.
Took me 7 hours but I think PC is now clean. Hoping that my email account and data were not hacked.
The parasites who create these are :rolleyes1:mad::confused3:surfweb:

[dawnydoo]

Hi. I got that virus yesturday too :mad: Frightening. My husband wiped the whole computer last night :worship:& it became a newborn again. I am currently re-doing My favourites. Guess which site was the first to be re-introduced? :thumbsup2
I agree..... there are some horrible people (for want of a better word)in this world:confused:
Dawn.

[poppie123]

Talking of bugs... I got a nasty virus (antivir solution pro) that makes your PC think that all programmes are infected, so you need to scan your PC.
Took me 7 hours but I think PC is now clean. Hoping that my email account and data were not hacked.
The parasites who create these are :rolleyes1:mad::confused3:surfweb:

My dad has got the security tool virus on his, i have tried to sort it out for him this morning but having no joy. :headache:
Going to pop round later and see if running in safe mode with networking and downloading and installing malwarebytes will help:confused3

[poppie123]

Oh Poppie no wonder you are worried sick - are your cats okay this morning? I hope its all fine, and the insect repellant doesn't harm your animals :hug:.

Aww thanks, i think they are ok. My girl cat was very offish this morning, she wouldn't eat and had some gunk coming out of her eyes. :guilty:

Cleaned them up with boiled water and left her food next to her whilst i went to work. I honestly thought i was going to have to take her to the vet when i got home but she seems fine now and has eaten all her food. I went and got her some whiskas temptations (her fav) and she gobbled some of them down so i think she is ok.
Will just have to keep an eye on her and see how she goes. If i am worried then i will just take her straight to the vet.

I braved the wasp infested tree at 5am this morning (no wasps around then)and cut all the branches my daughter had sprayed with insect repellent down and then hosed the patio down for the 4th time. I can't smell any trace of it now so i am hoping they will be ok.

Honestly having animals is a nightmare, i worry myself sick about them.

[Ware Bears]

Ooh, your poor cat, what a worry. I'm sure you've got rid of that spray from the patio now, it's probably it just being in the atmosphere that has upset her eyes. It's a good sign that she's eaten her temptations. Is your other cat OK?
Honestly having animals is a nightmare, i worry myself sick about them.

I agree, they are a million times more worrying than children! :rotfl2:

My eldest dog has been taking longer to eat her food lately and I was a bit worried about her teeth playing her up as a couple are very loose so took her to the vet last night and she is going in on Monday to have her teeth and mouth tidied up. We are going away in a couple of weeks so I was thinking do I wait until after we are back or have it done now. We decided to have it done before our holiday in the end as the vet said she is very healthy for her age (11) so *fingers crossed* should be fine with the anesthetic and, although the kennels are brilliant and would get her looked at if need be, I would rather her treatment was done by our vet.

I know I'll be on tenterhooks all day Monday now until she's back home. :guilty:

[Ware Bears]

Talking of bugs... I got a nasty virus

Hi. I got that virus yesturday too :mad:

:scared1: this sounds very scary. I wouldn't have a clue what to do. I'm very lazy and leave all the computer protection up to DH. Sorry if this is a stupid question but do you know how the virus got into your computer?

[poppie123]

. Is your other cat OK?

I agree, they are a million times more worrying than children! :rotfl2:

My eldest dog has been taking longer to eat her food lately and I was a bit worried about her teeth playing her up as a couple are very loose so took her to the vet last night and she is going in on Monday to have her teeth and mouth tidied up. We are going away in a couple of weeks so I was thinking do I wait until after we are back or have it done now. We decided to have it done before our holiday in the end as the vet said she is very healthy for her age (11) so *fingers crossed* should be fine with the anesthetic and, although the kennels are brilliant and would get her looked at if need be, I would rather her treatment was done by our vet.

I know I'll be on tenterhooks all day Monday now until she's back home. :guilty:

Yeah he seems fine thank goodness.

Keeping my fingers crossed for your dog on Monday, i am sure she will be fine.

I don't remember ever getting this stressed over my children :rotfl:

[Cyrano]

:scared1: this sounds very scary. I wouldn't have a clue what to do. I'm very lazy and leave all the computer protection up to DH. Sorry if this is a stupid question but do you know how the virus got into your computer?

We don't. Only sites that anyone was on yesterday was DIS, Facebook, Club Penguin, BBC and other geniune sites. Email received was from usual sources.

[dawnydoo]

I don`t Know for sure how We got the virus, but it started coming up with infected messages after I had clicked on a link via twitter:sad2:

[ghockley1981]

that virus is based in the UK apparently, they don't knw where it stemed from but i've heard its through actual advertisements on the sites themselves.

don't quote me on that though

seems to be the only way to clear it is to wipe the machine at the moment :eek:

[elstoleno]

:eek: I am so glad I switched to mac now!

[poppie123]

Evening all,:)

Just back from the vet, my cat got worse and i didn't want to take any chances.
Turns out she has a respiratory infection bless her, her eyes are full or green gunk and her nose is running.
I showed the vet the insect repellent bottle and asked if that could have caused it to which he replied no. It just coincedence that she was ill today.

She has had an antibiotic injection that last 2 weeks and an anti inflammatory injection to bring her temperature of nearly 40 down. :scared1:

If she is no better by Sunday i have to take her back.

Sods law, she has now come home, has eaten and is now sitting there cleaning herself.

[DLPdaft]

:hug: hopefully the antibiotic will be all she needs.

[BRobson]

:eek: I am so glad I switched to mac now!


I love the mac for that :)

[Ware Bears]

Hope your cat's better soon :wizard: what a relief it's nothing to do with the insect repellent.:eek: I am so glad I switched to mac now!

I love the mac for that :)How do macs differ then? Although please remember I am not very tech-minded! :rotfl:

[Cyrano]

that virus is based in the UK apparently, they don't knw where it stemed from but i've heard its through actual advertisements on the sites themselves.

don't quote me on that though

seems to be the only way to clear it is to wipe the machine at the moment :eek:

I managed to get away without having to completely wipe the machine. But I needed all the help from various tech forums and Firefox browser to fix it :)

:eek: I am so glad I switched to mac now!

Most virus are windows/ie specific because it is more prevelant. I fancy a mac myself but do not think they are competely immune.

[ukstitch]

Most virus are windows/ie specific because it is more prevelant. I fancy a mac myself but do not think they are competely immune.

I've got several macs now as I much prefer them after buying my first a couple of years ago. While they're not completely immune from viruses, there is currently only a very small number of them around and most of these require social engineering to pick up (e.g. by downloading something that claims to be a big expensive program but also includes a virus). There aren't many of the sort that copy themselves round and infect you like that.

[Cyrano]

I've got several macs now as I much prefer them after buying my first a couple of years ago. While they're not completely immune from viruses, there is currently only a very small number of them around and most of these require social engineering to pick up (e.g. by downloading something that claims to be a big expensive program but also includes a virus). There aren't many of the sort that copy themselves round and infect you like that.

This is precisely why I'd like to make my next purchase a mac. Just need to keep saving the pennies :goodvibes
Thought finding the central heating system down this morning and DW car needing attention at the garage means I will need to stay in Windows/PC land a bit longer :headache:

[stargatebarbie]

thorpe park !!!!!!!! just dont do it argh !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!good job mr tesco had paid ,if i,d paid £38 and then had to queue 45 to 80 mins each ride:scared1: i would of not been happy we left at 3pm after doing 4 rides:sad2:

[mommy2ash]

oh no that does not sound like fun

[DLPdaft]

Don't they have fastpass at Thorpe Park? My sister lives near Alton Towers, and my other sis and family always take a trip there in the summer school holidays - but they buy fastpass to make the most of their day without queueing for hours.

[otwidalepda]

Personally for me, theme parks owned by Merlin Entertainments (Thrope, Alton, Lego etc) are all too expensive. They all have a Fastpass type system which is extortionate. Just look at the article - ridiculous!

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/newsbysector/retailandconsumer/7821388/350-to-queue-jump-at-a-theme-park.html

[lilacgems23]

We went to Legoland yesterday and only a few rides had long wait times, I think about 3 so we managed to get them all done (bar these 3) in 6 hours. TBH there wasnt many thrill rides and the park was made to feel bigger than it was due to it being so spread out. Altho since going to Disney no park over here has been good enough :lmao:

[Cyrano]

thorpe park !!!!!!!! just dont do it argh !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!good job mr tesco had paid ,if i,d paid £38 and then had to queue 45 to 80 mins each ride:scared1: i would of not been happy we left at 3pm after doing 4 rides:sad2:

I guess every park has its' busy time during the summer :goodvibes

[pyebibby]

I went to Thorpe park in July before the schools broke up, it was still really busy. I found that my head was bashed around on all of the rollercoaster rides, it was not nice.

[stargatebarbie]

I dont know why i go to theme parks inthis counrty im so spoiled by disney i should know better but it seemed a good idea at the time:rotfl: i was in such a good mood though as the day before i went to see wicked in kondon and met LEE MEAD mmmmmmm nice

[stargatebarbie]

And can you belive i shut my eyes :lmao::lmao:he looks nice though



http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y60/graceoneil/wicked/100_0375.jpg

http://i3.photobucket.com/albums/y60/graceoneil/100_0378.jpg

[Ware Bears]

And can you belive i shut my eyes :lmao::lmao:he looks nice though

LOL!! :lmao: My eldest DD always shuts her eyes ~ you can guarantee we'll get a photo where everyone else looks halfway decent and she's got her eyes shut AGAIN!! ;)

Did you enjoy Wicked? We're going to see it in a couple of weeks time. Also the Lion King. I'm trying very hard to get excited for a non-Disney holiday but it's not easy! :rotfl:

[hildasmuriel]

Did you enjoy Wicked? We're going to see it in a couple of weeks time. Also the Lion King. I'm trying very hard to get excited for a non-Disney holiday but it's not easy! :rotfl:

When are you going Elaine? We're at Wicked on 26th August.

[stargatebarbie]

its was my 2nd time seeing wicked and ive booked to go again in october i really love the show and lee was just a bonas let me know what you both think of it

[hildasmuriel]

This will be my fourth visit - when I like something I just keep on going. That seems to puzzle some people. ;)

[Cyrano]

I dont know why i go to theme parks inthis counrty im so spoiled by disney i should know better but it seemed a good idea at the time:rotfl: i was in such a good mood though as the day before i went to see wicked in kondon and met LEE MEAD mmmmmmm nice

I have the Wicked musical as one of my most played pieces on iPod. Really hoping this comes to Glasgow or Edinburgh :)

[poppie123]

Good morning everyone :goodvibes

It is absolutely tipping it down here today.
Bad news is that i have washing out :sad1:
Good news is that i don't seem to have so many wasps around my wasp tree (i mean greengage tree that has been taken over by wasps :eek:) :)

[Ware Bears]

When are you going Elaine? We're at Wicked on 26th August.LOL!! :lmao: That's the day we're going too! What a coincidence!

its was my 2nd time seeing wicked and ive booked to go again in october i really love the show and lee was just a bonas let me know what you both think of itWill do. :goodvibes


It is absolutely tipping it down here today.
Bad news is that i have washing out :sad1:
Good news is that i don't seem to have so many wasps around my wasp tree (i mean greengage tree that has been taken over by wasps :eek:) :)

I got woken up at 5am by the rain smacking down on the conservatory roof ~ the noise doesn't normally bother me so it must have been torrential. It's just stopping now ~ the rain, I mean, not the noise. :rotfl:

Good thing you've got fewer wasps. :thumbsup2 How is your cat? And is the other one OK? My dog had 6 teeth removed yesterday :eek: and came home feeling very sorry for herself but I cooked her rice, chicken and scrambled egg for breakfast and she is much happier today. Her remaining teeth look fantastic, no trace of plaque or tartar left, and I am going to get my other dog's teeth looked at now so that she never ends up with hers in such a bad state.

[hildasmuriel]

LOL!! :lmao: That's the day we're going too! What a coincidence!





Matinee or evening? (waits with bated breath....)


Your poor dog, hope she's not so sorry for herself today. :dogdance:

[poppie123]

Good thing you've got fewer wasps. :thumbsup2 How is your cat? And is the other one OK? My dog had 6 teeth removed yesterday :eek: and came home feeling very sorry for herself but I cooked her rice, chicken and scrambled egg for breakfast and she is much happier today. Her remaining teeth look fantastic, no trace of plaque or tartar left, and I am going to get my other dog's teeth looked at now so that she never ends up with hers in such a bad state.

Thats' great news about your dog:thumbsup2

My cats are fine thank you, had a bit of a scare with the girl one (the one i said didn't seem herself) ended up at the vets with her as she seemed to go downhill rather rapdily.
The vet said that she had a URI and gave her an antibiotic and an anti inflammatory. I still wonder whether it was something to do with the insect repellent though despite what he said as the recovery was amazing, within a couple of hours all the green gunk had disappeared from her eyes and she was back to her normal self :confused3 Very strange!

[Ware Bears]

Matinee or evening? (waits with bated breath....)
Evening!! I think it's 7:30pm. Go on, tell me that's when you're going too!

The vet said that she had a URI and gave her an antibiotic and an anti inflammatory. I still wonder whether it was something to do with the insect repellent though despite what he said as the recovery was amazing, within a couple of hours all the green gunk had disappeared from her eyes and she was back to her normal self :confused3 Very strange!

It does seem a bit of a coincidence, doesn't it ~ thank goodness she's fine now.

[hildasmuriel]

Awww, we're going in the afternoon. Never mind, there's always next year. ;)

[Ware Bears]

Awww, we're going in the afternoon. Never mind, there's always next year. ;)

What a shame. I'll still look out for you, though! :goodvibes

We booked last October and I don't remember having a choice of performances then, maybe they added the matinee later. We are looking round the Houses of Parliament in the morning then going to have a late lunch/early dinner which I hope my niece is going to join us for.

I have been busy planning lots of things to do but like I said in a previous post it's not Disney! :rotfl2:

[tennisfan]

Hi everyone,

Your dog is ok Elaine & that your cat is ok now Poppie:thumbsup2

I have had a few busy shifts at work this past week, actually working jobs with poorly patients not the usual lets call an ambulance for a sore throat, or intoxication etc

[A Small World]

Its Friday which means its almost the weekend

Does anyone have anything exciting planned?

Ive been away for the past 2 weekends so this one is going to be spent sorting stuff out. Ive loads of junk to get rid of so am planning on going to a carboot sale on Sunday

A days work to get through first today though

[Ware Bears]

not the usual lets call an ambulance for a sore throat, or intoxication etc
That must be soooooooo frustrating ........... it must be so hard to keep your cool when you've been called for something so trivial.

Does anyone have anything exciting planned?

Yes ~ for once I can say I have!! :yay:

This time tomorrow I'll have met up with the other DIS girlies for our weekend in Southampton. :banana: :banana: :banana:

[Mum to Belle]

This time tomorrow I'll have met up with the other DIS girlies for our weekend in Southampton. :banana: :banana: :banana:

Not far to go for you then!! Will you be visiting the Disney Store while you're there???!! :goodvibes

[hildasmuriel]

I hope you all have a wonderful time, Elaine. Now :scratchin why was it I couldn't make it? :idea: oh yes, I remember. This time tomorrow I'll be in France.

[A Small World]

I hope you all have a wonderful time, Elaine. Now :scratchin why was it I couldn't make it? :idea: oh yes, I remember. This time tomorrow I'll be in France.

Have a great trip :goodvibes and have a cocktail for me in DLH

[Mum to Belle]

I hope you all have a wonderful time, Elaine. Now :scratchin why was it I couldn't make it? :idea: oh yes, I remember. This time tomorrow I'll be in France.

Not at all jealous!! :rotfl: Hope you have a fab time at the New York! (If you get a chance could you find out whether the Inventions character Sunday brunch is a myth or a reality??? I'd love to know, no worries if not, I'll give them a ring!) :goodvibes

Enjoy your cocktails!!! :cloud9:

[tennisfan]

That must be soooooooo frustrating ........... it must be so hard to keep your cool when you've been called for something so trivial.
Yes ~ for once I can say I have!! :yay:

This time tomorrow I'll have met up with the other DIS girlies for our weekend in Southampton. :banana: :banana: :banana:

Most of our calls are to jobs that GPs can deal with but they are the worst culprits, they refuse to see the patient when they can easily be treated at home. The way I see it is they are keeping me in a job;)

Enjoy the DIS weekend:thumbsup2

I hope you all have a wonderful time, Elaine. Now :scratchin why was it I couldn't make it? :idea: oh yes, I remember. This time tomorrow I'll be in France.

Have a lovely trip:goodvibes

[poppie123]

Morning all,

Hope everyone has a lovely weekend planned.:goodvibes

I am still reeeling from the shock that someone has used my Barclaycard to the tune of £528.07,:scared1: Both transactions were pending yesterday so they couldn't do anything but today the one for £491.07 hit my account so i rang and they put that one into dispute.
Got to wait for the £36 for easyjet and the £1 for a hotel to hit my account to dispute those too.:headache:

[DLPdaft]

Morning all,

Hope everyone has a lovely weekend planned.:goodvibes

I am still reeeling from the shock that someone has used my Barclaycard to the tune of £528.07,:scared1: Both transactions were pending yesterday so they couldn't do anything but today the one for £491.07 hit my account so i rang and they put that one into dispute.
Got to wait for the £36 for easyjet and the £1 for a hotel to hit my account to dispute those too.:headache:

Thats a nightmare Poppie :scared1:! My friend was hit by internal fraud at her bank a couple of years ago - within 2 days of her inheritance from her dad's estate hitting her account, it was wiped in 3 transactions. She went through hell trying to get it sorted out, even though the transactions were shown to have come from a location nowhere near where my friend lives.

I hope Barclaycard sort it out for you quickly.

[tennisfan]

Morning all,

Hope everyone has a lovely weekend planned.:goodvibes

I am still reeeling from the shock that someone has used my Barclaycard to the tune of £528.07,:scared1: Both transactions were pending yesterday so they couldn't do anything but today the one for £491.07 hit my account so i rang and they put that one into dispute.
Got to wait for the £36 for easyjet and the £1 for a hotel to hit my account to dispute those too.:headache:

Sorry to hear that. I had it with my Natwest credit card but they caught it before it was all processed as it was outside my normal spending habits. I was told the fraudsters usually buy something very cheap to see if it will work & then more on to bigger purchases

[TheTizardFamily:0)]

That's awful :scared1: Hope all is sorted soon for you :goodvibes

[Ware Bears]

Good evening everyone :wave2:

Not far to go for you then!! Will you be visiting the Disney Store while you're there???!! :goodvibesOf course, I always visit :lmao: although sadly there was nothing for me to buy in there. :sad2: I did see a couple of pins I liked but I'll wait and buy them in London next week. One of the CMs was counting down her hours to her trip to WDW today and her colleague had given her a long list of shopping including a handbag in white. When I walked in with the same bag in blue she wanted that colour too ~ I can see the girl will need to be paying for extra baggage! :rotfl2:

I hope you all have a wonderful time, Elaine. Now :scratchin why was it I couldn't make it? :idea: oh yes, I remember. This time tomorrow I'll be in France.I think you're excused seeing as it's DLRP you're visiting! ;) :rotfl2: Maybe next year. :goodvibes

Hope you are having a wonderful time. :wizard::wizard:

Ive been away for the past 2 weekends so this one is going to be spent sorting stuff out. Ive loads of junk to get rid of so am planning on going to a carboot sale on Sunday
Hope your boot sale went well and you made lots of £££ :)

The way I see it is they are keeping me in a job;)
Very true.



I am still reeeling from the shock that someone has used my Barclaycard OMG :eek: that's dreadful. Hope you get it sorted really quickly. :hug:

[A Small World]

Sounds as though you had a good weekend Elaine - I wonder if Southampton has recovered yet.

I made loads of pennies at the car boot sale (shame i didnt make many pounds though :rotfl:) - I got rid of loads though which was the aim

When do you go to London? Im there bank holiday weekend

[Ware Bears]

Good Morning everyone :wave2:
When do you go to London? Im there bank holiday weekend

We're going mid-week so we're back home for the BH weekend ~ let's hope we get nice weather and leave it behind for you. :sunny:

Got to crack on with decorating two bedrooms this week ~ I've been putting it off the last three weeks but DH is off work now so I think I'll let him do it and will just keep him supplied him with cups of tea! :rotfl:

[Ware Bears]

Great news ~ my DD has got into her first choice uni. :banana: :banana: :banana:

She got her results a few weeks ago (she did a BTEC National Diploma) and, although she got good grades, they weren't enough for her first choice uni. She got into her insurance choice but decided she didn't want to go there so had to wait until the A level results were out for the first one to make a decision.

She's just heard that she's ben offered a place!! We will be celebrating tonight!! :dance3: :dance3: :dance3:

[DLPdaft]

Fantastic news Elaine :cool1::cool1: - we have a couple of parents here at work who were waiting the news yesterday, mixed results I have to say - none as good as your DD! Well done her :goodvibes.

[poppie123]

That's fantastic new Elaine, well done to your DD :banana::banana:

[tennisfan]

Great news ~ my DD has got into her first choice uni. :banana: :banana: :banana:

She got her results a few weeks ago (she did a BTEC National Diploma) and, although she got good grades, they weren't enough for her first choice uni. She got into her insurance choice but decided she didn't want to go there so had to wait until the A level results were out for the first one to make a decision.

She's just heard that she's ben offered a place!! We will be celebrating tonight!! :dance3: :dance3: :dance3:

Fantastic news Elaine:cheer2:

[A Small World]

Thats great Elaine - So where is she heading off to?

[ukstitch]

Good evening everybody :goodvibes

I've survived my 30 hour journey from Australia to home, so I'm now playing a natural game of chicken to see how "late" I can stay up without falling asleep :lmao:

[Ware Bears]

Thats great Elaine - So where is she heading off to?
Thank you for your good wishes everyone :goodvibes she's off to Winchester, not exactly far and away :rotfl: but she fell in love with the place when we visited.

[Ware Bears]

Good evening everybody :goodvibes

I've survived my 30 hour journey from Australia to home, so I'm now playing a natural game of chicken to see how "late" I can stay up without falling asleep :lmao:

Welcome back :wave2: hope you had a fantastic time. :)

[Cyrano]

Great news ~ my DD has got into her first choice uni. :banana: :banana: :banana:

She got her results a few weeks ago (she did a BTEC National Diploma) and, although she got good grades, they weren't enough for her first choice uni. She got into her insurance choice but decided she didn't want to go there so had to wait until the A level results were out for the first one to make a decision.

She's just heard that she's ben offered a place!! We will be celebrating tonight!! :dance3: :dance3: :dance3:

Excellent news and I am sure another proud parent moment for the memory bank :goodvibes


Good evening everybody :goodvibes

I've survived my 30 hour journey from Australia to home, so I'm now playing a natural game of chicken to see how "late" I can stay up without falling asleep :lmao:

Hope you had a great trip. Good luck staying up late :surfweb:

[ukstitch]

Welcome back :wave2: hope you had a fantastic time. :)



Hope you had a great trip. Good luck staying up late :surfweb:

I had a fantastic trip - I just wish it was a little closer so it didn't take 30 hours to get there and another 30 hours to get home.

I managed about 10:30/11ish in the end, so hopefully that will go a long way to fixing the jetlag :thumbsup2

[Mum to Belle]

Great news ~ my DD has got into her first choice uni. :banana: :banana: :banana:
:dance3: :dance3: :dance3:

Great news!!! :banana: :banana: :banana: Not too far away either! ;)

Good evening everybody :goodvibes

I've survived my 30 hour journey from Australia to home, so I'm now playing a natural game of chicken to see how "late" I can stay up without falling asleep :lmao:

Welcome back! :goodvibes It is a shame it isn't closer isn't it?!!

Not been on here in a while, we've just put the house on the market yesterday so I've been de-cluttering and cleaning like a mad thing! :rotfl2:

[tennisfan]

Good evening everybody :goodvibes

I've survived my 30 hour journey from Australia to home, so I'm now playing a natural game of chicken to see how "late" I can stay up without falling asleep :lmao:

Welcome home. Did you have a lovely trip?

I'm off to pick up my new car later, so my bank account will look worse then it has done for a while.

[hildasmuriel]

Many many congrats to Ware Bears DD. :cool1::cool1::cool1: I'm glad her hard work paid off.

You must be one proud momma. :thumbsup2

[Ware Bears]

Well, like that proverbial bad penny, I'm back! :wave: We had a lovely, relaxing time in London ... despite the weather! :rotfl:Not been on here in a while, we've just put the house on the market yesterday so I've been de-cluttering and cleaning like a mad thing! :rotfl2:Good luck, I hope it sells quickly. :wizard: :wizard: Two houses that are up for sale in my road have both sold in the few days I was away.

I'm off to pick up my new car later, so my bank account will look worse then it has done for a while. Hope you're enjoying your new car. :car:

its was my 2nd time seeing wicked and ive booked to go again in october i really love the show and lee was just a bonas let me know what you both think of it

This will be my fourth visit - when I like something I just keep on going. That seems to puzzle some people. ;) I can see why you keep returning. I loved the Lion King, it was very, very good but Wicked was absolutely AMAZING. I want to book to go again, having to try very hard to keep my fingers under control! :rotfl2:

[tennisfan]

Glad you enjoyed your trip to London Elaine:thumbsup2

[poppie123]

Afternoon all :goodvibes

What is everyone up to today? I feel absolutely shattered, i have been up for work the past 2 mornings at 4.50 :scared1: I should have gone to bed early last night but instead i sat up and watched Marple.

This afternoon i should be cutting the grass but i really cannot be bothered to do it so instead i might start sorting out what to take with me next week. I am more excited about this trip than i have been for any of the others.:cool1:

[chrisf1961]

Hi not doing a lot hear except trying to dress our autistic 5 year old ! its hard work lol...been looking around the boards and especially the menu /food threads ........im drooling at all the the burgers in Annettes! :rotfl2:

[tennisfan]

Afternoon all :goodvibes

What is everyone up to today? I feel absolutely shattered, i have been up for work the past 2 mornings at 4.50 :scared1: I should have gone to bed early last night but instead i sat up and watched Marple.

This afternoon i should be cutting the grass but i really cannot be bothered to do it so instead i might start sorting out what to take with me next week. I am more excited about this trip than i have been for any of the others.:cool1:

I feel your pain. I have to get up at 4.30 from Friday for 3 shifts! if they are like my last month at work I won't be finishing on time either:headache:

[FiFi Rose]

:yay:

My cat is giving birth right now. She had a litter earlier this year and we ended up keeping both kittens. When we took her to the vets to be spayed they couldn't do the op because she was expecting again.

So far we have one black one with white feet and a little white stripe on its nose. Its so cute:lovestruc (Repeat after me - must not get attached, must not get attached, must not get attached......)

[A Small World]

aaaahhhhhhhh - we need to see some pictures please

[Mum to Belle]

Well, like that proverbial bad penny, I'm back! :wave: We had a lovely, relaxing time in London ... despite the weather! :rotfl:Good luck, I hope it sells quickly. :wizard: :wizard: Two houses that are up for sale in my road have both sold in the few days I was away.

Welcome back! :goodvibes No sale yet but we've had 4 viewings. It's hard work keeping it clean all the time, especially with DD!!

:yay:

My cat is giving birth right now. So far we have one black one with white feet and a little white stripe on its nose. Its so cute:lovestruc (Repeat after me - must not get attached, must not get attached, must not get attached......)

Awwww, how exciting!!! :love: Can't wait to see photos!

Had some bad news yesterday, my Nana (88) has had a massive stroke and is in hospital. Prognosis is not good. Really sad that I'll never be able to have a chat with her again, not looking forward to telling DD. :sad1:

[FiFi Rose]

So sorry to hear about your Nana Jenny:hug:

We now have three kittens. Another one was born at 1 in the morning (another black and white one) and I woke up this morning to find another one (looks just like its mummy, shes a Bengal)

:tigger: I have my very own Tigger:tigger:

[Ware Bears]

Had some bad news yesterday, my Nana (88) has had a massive stroke and is in hospital. Prognosis is not good. Really sad that I'll never be able to have a chat with her again, not looking forward to telling DD. :sad1:

So sorry to read this. :hug:

[FiFi Rose]

Ok so that would be a giant picture of my kittens:lmao:

What did I do wrong:confused3

[Mum to Belle]

Thanks guys :hug: - you won't believe what's happened today...

Mum went in this morning and the nurses had got Nana washed & dressed in her own nightie and sat her up in bed (she was even wearing her glasses!) but she still couldn't speak or respond.

By the time my brother went to visit this afternoon she was drinking by herself from a cup.

When Mum called later she had taken the menu off my Aunt and ordered her own meal! She has a major assessment tomorrow with all the specialists which should give us a better idea of what to expect next but I still can't bellieve it. I don't want to get my hopes up too much but my Nana sure is a fighter! :thumbsup2 Will keep you updated.

p.s. Fifi Rose - is your cat a Tiger - those are huge!!! :rotfl2:

[FiFi Rose]

:rotfl2::lmao::rotfl2:

I've no idea how to make it smaller:blush: I'm quite proud of myself though. Its only taken me a few years to get that far.

Great news about your Nana. Will keep my fingers crossed for you.

Looks like we might be joining you in December. I think we're going to go to Dreamcastle 3rd - 5th. Its a surprise though so not going to tell the girls until the day:yay:

[FiFi Rose]

My cat looks like the one in the middle. The other two look like the cat along the road:rolleyes1

[Ware Bears]

That is such good news Jenny. :thumbsup2 Hope your Nana continues to improve. :hug:

Fiona ~ wow, what have you been feeding them on? :lmao:

Soooooo beautiful. :cloud9:

As for the size of the photo ~ I've never used Imageshack but I am guessing you are using the wrong code to copy and paste on here??? Or else you're enlarging the photo before you're copying so it's pasting a large one on here?

Hopefully someone else can help. :goodvibes

[Mum to Belle]

:rotfl2::lmao::rotfl2:

I've no idea how to make it smaller:blush: I'm quite proud of myself though. Its only taken me a few years to get that far.

Great news about your Nana. Will keep my fingers crossed for you.

Looks like we might be joining you in December. I think we're going to go to Dreamcastle 3rd - 5th. Its a surprise though so not going to tell the girls until the day:yay:

That would be great!!! :santa: :yay: :santa: :yay: You are so good keeping it a secret - I blabbed to Isabelle after a day I think!!!

Try checking the image size when it has been uploaded, on Photobucket you can select a smaller image size.

[Mum to Belle]

That is such good news Jenny. :thumbsup2 Hope your Nana continues to improve. :hug:

Thank you! :flower3:

[tennisfan]

Had some bad news yesterday, my Nana (88) has had a massive stroke and is in hospital. Prognosis is not good. Really sad that I'll never be able to have a chat with her again, not looking forward to telling DD. :sad1:

Sorry to hear about your nana, hope she continues to make a recovery

[Mum to Belle]

Sorry to hear about your nana, hope she continues to make a recovery

Thanks! I'll post an update tonight after she's had her assessment, fingers crossed for some good news! :worship:

[TheTizardFamily:0)]

Thanks guys :hug: - you won't believe what's happened today...

Mum went in this morning and the nurses had got Nana washed & dressed in her own nightie and sat her up in bed (she was even wearing her glasses!) but she still couldn't speak or respond.

By the time my brother went to visit this afternoon she was drinking by herself from a cup.

When Mum called later she had taken the menu off my Aunt and ordered her own meal! She has a major assessment tomorrow with all the specialists which should give us a better idea of what to expect next but I still can't bellieve it. I don't want to get my hopes up too much but my Nana sure is a fighter! :thumbsup2 Will keep you updated.

p.s. Fifi Rose - is your cat a Tiger - those are huge!!! :rotfl2:

Keeping everything crossed for you :grouphug:

[Cyrano]

:rotfl2::lmao::rotfl2:

I've no idea how to make it smaller:blush: I'm quite proud of myself though. Its only taken me a few years to get that far.

Great news about your Nana. Will keep my fingers crossed for you.

Looks like we might be joining you in December. I think we're going to go to Dreamcastle 3rd - 5th. Its a surprise though so not going to tell the girls until the day:yay:

I've taken the post off as it makes the thread unreadable :goodvibes

Have a look at the sticky with video tutorials to load up photographs and try posting on the test board here (http://www.disboards.com/forumdisplay.php?f=88) to perfect the size :)

[Mum to Belle]

Keeping everything crossed for you :grouphug:

Well the consultants today confirmed she has not had a stroke after all. She was able to recognise all her visitors today too which is a really good sign. Early days as to what happens next though.

Thanks to all of you for your kind thoughts - means a lot! :grouphug:

Had some extra good news today too, my friend had a baby boy this morning!! Sadly she's just moved to Devon but we're going to visit her in a few weeks for a big cuddle!! :lovestruc

[Ware Bears]

Oh, that's good news that it wasn't a stroke, continued :hug: :hug: :hug: for you and her, and great news about your friend's baby.

[tennisfan]

Well the consultants today confirmed she has not had a stroke after all. She was able to recognise all her visitors today too which is a really good sign. Early days as to what happens next though.

Thanks to all of you for your kind thoughts - means a lot! :grouphug:

Had some extra good news today too, my friend had a baby boy this morning!! Sadly she's just moved to Devon but we're going to visit her in a few weeks for a big cuddle!! :lovestruc

Thats good news:goodvibes When I read what you put it did sound strange that they thought it was one, as she seemed to have made a rapid recovery. I have been to patients months after they have had one & they still have lasting effects from them. Stranger things have happened though!

[poppie123]

Morning everyone.

Quick question for those who have booked direct with DLP.

Can anyone see their booking on the My Disneyland on the dlp website?

I have tried the last couple of days but get the following message
Due to technical reasons, your request cannot be handled Please try later or contact the Disneyland Paris call centre for assistance.

I wondered if it was just me or if everyone is having the same problem. :confused3

[Mum to Belle]

Can anyone see their booking on the My Disneyland on the dlp website?

I have tried the last couple of days but get the following message
Due to technical reasons, your request cannot be handled Please try later or contact the Disneyland Paris call centre for assistance.

I wondered if it was just me or if everyone is having the same problem. :confused3

I just tried and I got the same error at the top of the page but put my details in anyway and my booking came up as normal. Very strange!

Just had some good news that I wanted to share with you all - my Nana is coming home from hospital tomorrow!! :banana: I think the hospital are fed up of all the visitors!!! Even my Nana's niece from Australia was there this weekend!! :thumbsup2 Fingers crossed all is well when she's at home on her own.

[poppie123]

I just tried and I got the same error at the top of the page but put my details in anyway and my booking came up as normal. Very strange!

Just had some good news that I wanted to share with you all - my Nana is coming home from hospital tomorrow!! :banana: I think the hospital are fed up of all the visitors!!! Even my Nana's niece from Australia was there this weekend!! :thumbsup2 Fingers crossed all is well when she's at home on her own.

Thats' fantastic news :cool1:

I still can't view it, i get a security warning about contents which will not be delivered using a secure HTTPS connection. Never had that before :confused3
Might try from my daughters netbook see if i can view it from there.

[Mum to Belle]

Thats' fantastic news :cool1:

I still can't view it, i get a security warning about contents which will not be delivered using a secure HTTPS connection. Never had that before :confused3
Might try from my daughters netbook see if i can view it from there.

I think I got that too, something about do you want to view only the webpage that which can be transmitted securely? I think that sometimes the images aren't considered secure :confused3 so I said No I want to view everything and it came up as normal.

[lilacgems23]

Ive had that error for weeks was wondering if it was a problem with booking

[tennisfan]

We picked up the puppy on Saturday so thought I would share a few photos, he finally let me take some:goodvibes

http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p252/Nickye4/Various/IMG_1834.jpg

http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p252/Nickye4/Various/IMG_1838.jpg

http://i130.photobucket.com/albums/p252/Nickye4/Various/IMG_1819.jpg

[dawnydoo]

He is BEAUTIFUL :lovestruc

[mommy2ash]

omg so beautiful, what breed is he

[Jonjo]

He looks so lovey.

[Jonjo]

Is anyone else going along to the Grand Opening of the new Milton Keynes Disney Store this Saturday?

Here is the blurb from the Center MK website

Mickey and Minnie Mouse will officially open the store at 11am on Saturday 25th September during the Grand Opening Celebration. They will be joined by Paige O'Hara, best known as the voice of Princess Belle in the Oscar winning animated classic, Beauty and the Beast.


From 12 - 5.30pm, Mickey and Minnie Mouse and Belle and the Beast will be hosting meet and greets in Middleton Hall, so don't forget your camera! Plus there will be in-store events all day and a free gift for the first 100 guests who make a purchase!

[Mum to Belle]

Awwwwwww, your puppy is just too cute!! :lovestruc

[tennisfan]

Thanks everyone:goodvibes

omg so beautiful, what breed is he

He is a beagle, a breed known to be mischievous & he is already that! he favourite thing beside stealing peoples shoes is to commando crawl under the sofa or table except in a short while he will be too big & probably will get stuck:lmao:

[poppie123]

Good morning everyone :goodvibes

Very sad here today as my DD just left to go back to Uni, hopefully i will see her in November for a weekend but if not it won't be until Christmas now. :sad1: I hate saying goodbye to her.

[tennisfan]

Good morning everyone :goodvibes

Very sad here today as my DD just left to go back to Uni, hopefully i will see her in November for a weekend but if not it won't be until Christmas now. :sad1: I hate saying goodbye to her.

The time will just fly by:hug: I sometimes miss not being at uni anymore but then I think about how I wouldn't be able to have the amount of holidays I do & the feeling soon goes away:lmao:

[Ware Bears]

We picked up the puppy on Saturday so thought I would share a few photos, he finally let me take some:goodvibes

Oh no, I'm going to get all broody again now!! :lmao:

He's soooooo gorgeous. :love:

Is anyone else going along to the Grand Opening of the new Milton Keynes Disney Store this Saturday?

Would love to go but it's just a bit too far away. Are you going?

Good morning everyone :goodvibes

Very sad here today as my DD just left to go back to Uni, hopefully i will see her in November for a weekend but if not it won't be until Christmas now. :sad1: I hate saying goodbye to her.:hug:

Took my DD up to uni yesterday ~ she was the only one in her flat so had a VERY quiet night :rotfl2: although the others were arriving today so sure it won't stay quiet for long. Although I'll miss her company I am very excited for her ~ I wish I'd gone to uni!

Was it your DD who originally wasn't very happy there? If so, I gather she likes it now. :goodvibes

[poppie123]

Took my DD up to uni yesterday ~ she was the only one in her flat so had a VERY quiet night :rotfl2: although the others were arriving today so sure it won't stay quiet for long. Although I'll miss her company I am very excited for her ~ I wish I'd gone to uni!

Was it your DD who originally wasn't very happy there? If so, I gather she likes it now. :goodvibes

I wish i had of had the opportunity to go as well.
Yes it was my DD and she has now settled down and loves it. She has just started her final year :eek: Them last 2 years have flown by.

[Ware Bears]

Her final year? :scared1: I thought it was probably her second one. I'm glad she's loving it. My DD texted me last night to say the rest of her flatmates arrived yesterday, 2 boys and 2 girls, and they were off out exploring. She certainly seems to be loving it so far!! :)

[poppie123]

Her final year? :scared1: I thought it was probably her second one. I'm glad she's loving it. My DD texted me last night to say the rest of her flatmates arrived yesterday, 2 boys and 2 girls, and they were off out exploring. She certainly seems to be loving it so far!! :)

Yes i know, It doesn't seem possible. She is talking about doing a Masters next year if she gets the grade.

I am glad you DD seems to be enjoying it, thats one massive hurdle crossed. :goodvibes

[Jonjo]

Originally Posted by Jonjo
Is anyone else going along to the Grand Opening of the new Milton Keynes Disney Store this Saturday?


Would love to go but it's just a bit too far away. Are you going?



Yes DW and I are going. Looks like it will be great fun.

[ChristinaDK]

This is Walter (yes after Disney)
http://img291.imageshack.us/img291/152/img20362.jpg (http://img291.imageshack.us/i/img20362.jpg/)

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[Danauk]

Awww, very cute!!

[zinderella]

This is Walter (yes after Disney)
http://img291.imageshack.us/img291/152/img20362.jpg (http://img291.imageshack.us/i/img20362.jpg/)

Uploaded with ImageShack.us (http://imageshack.us)

Walter is beautiful!

[Ware Bears]

Aww, he is so cute :dogdance: and what a great name!

[tennisfan]

He is cute Christina:thumbsup2

[Mum to Belle]

Sorry, no cute puppy photos! :rolleyes:

But my baby girl is 4 years old today and I can't believe how quickly the time has gone. We're off to DLP in 6 weeks time though so that will cheer me up!! :cool1:

Here she is trying out her new leotard for gymnastics...


http://i747.photobucket.com/albums/xx120/MumtoBelle/018.jpg

[Ware Bears]

:bday: Happy Birthday to your DD!! :bday:

What a lovely photo ~ and only 6 weeks till your trip!

[Mum to Belle]

Thanks Elaine! Getting excited now!! :banana:

[mommy2ash]

awww she is getting so big bless her. happy birthay isabelle!!

[Mum to Belle]

Thank you! Do you remember a year ago we were stressing about them starting pre-school?!! :sad2: This time next year they'll be off to big school!! When is Ash going to be 4?

[mommy2ash]

Thank you! Do you remember a year ago we were stressing about them starting pre-school?!! :sad2: This time next year they'll be off to big school!! When is Ash going to be 4?

why do people have to keep reminding me my child is not a baby anymore :sad:

i know i remember that lol, its all a one day wonder isnt it. she will be four in december. so i am not letting go of the baby in her just yet :lmao:

yeah ash will be starting big school next september too, where does the time go

[Mum to Belle]

Sorry!!! :hug: Do you know the worst bit though.... she kept saying (ALL DAY) is it still my birthday, am I still 4, will I still be 4 tomorrow, will I still be 4 when we go to Disneyland???? I am nearly 5 now!

[mommy2ash]

Sorry!!! :hug: Do you know the worst bit though.... she kept saying (ALL DAY) is it still my birthday, am I still 4, will I still be 4 tomorrow, will I still be 4 when we go to Disneyland???? I am nearly 5 now!

nearly 5 :scared1:

ash tried to tell me she was 10 today i said no dear you just act like you're ten :rotfl2:

[Mum to Belle]

I know! I'm only just coming to terms with 4!:sad2:

[FiFi Rose]

Happy Birthday Isabelle:cake:

Can't believe its only 6 weeks. I better get my finger out and get Anna's passport renewed.

[Mum to Belle]

Happy Birthday Isabelle:cake:

Can't believe its only 6 weeks. I better get my finger out and get Anna's passport renewed.

Thanks! Yes, I think passports come in handy for trips abroad!! :rotfl2:

[Mum to Belle]

A while ago, I mentioned that Isabelle had asked for a princess castle birthday cake and some "kind" person on here suggested that I google princess castle cake and I would find loads of ideas...:surfweb: so off I went looking for inspiration and never dreaming that it would turn into this...

http://i747.photobucket.com/albums/xx120/MumtoBelle/032.jpg

It's taken me about a week and heaven only know how I am going to get it to the party in one piece, but it's finished!! :banana:

[Ware Bears]

Well done!! :cheer2: That does look lovely ~ it will be a shame to cut it!

Don't forget to send me a piece! :rotfl2:

[mommy2ash]

that is just fantastic, i have already said on ebay there is no way i could make a cake as good but i think you deserve to be told twice lol

[Mum to Belle]

Thanks guys! Sonya, I'm sure you could do it!! Ask Ash if she wants one for her birthday in Decemeber!! Go on, you know you want to!! :rotfl2:

Elaine, you can't be far away, I'll save you a piece!! :goodvibes

[FiFi Rose]

That looks amazing:lovestruc You won't want to cut it.

Finally got passport photos for DD, just have to get them certified at work tomorrow and her application is ready to go. Still got 6 weeks so we should be ok.

[FiFi Rose]

Now look what you've started DD just saw the picture and she wants one:scared1:

Luckily her birthday was a couple of weeks ago. So I've got a whole year for her to forget:rolleyes1

[Mum to Belle]

That looks amazing:lovestruc You won't want to cut it.

Finally got passport photos for DD, just have to get them certified at work tomorrow and her application is ready to go. Still got 6 weeks so we should be ok.

Pulled it apart, cut it, eat it, all gone!! Worth it though! :goodvibes

Hope the passport comes through soon - I'm sure it will.

Now look what you've started DD just saw the picture and she wants one:scared1:

Luckily her birthday was a couple of weeks ago. So I've got a whole year for her to forget:rolleyes1

Ha! Ha! They don't forget, I think they have better memories than elephants! :lmao:

Just had to say that I noticed my ticker is back and saying 1 month, 1 week and 1 day to go!!! That is sounding pretty close now!!!! :banana: :santa: :banana: :santa: :banana: :santa: :banana:

[FiFi Rose]

Just had to say that I noticed my ticker is back and saying 1 month, 1 week and 1 day to go!!! That is sounding pretty close now!!!!

I know not long to go :yay: Thank you for the planner. I'll need to have a good look at it when DD is out. November is going to be a busy month.

[Ware Bears]

Look at the new addition to my kitchen!! :goodvibes

http://photopost.wdwinfo.com/data/500/Mickey_colander_600_x_450_.jpg

[hildasmuriel]

Oooh Elaine, that's nice. Dtr was nagging me to buy one of those in Disney yesterday (although they were silver in colour) but I couldn't see me fitting it in our luggage.

[Mum to Belle]

Very nice! I like your Mickey hiding in the background too!! :goodvibes

[Ware Bears]

Thanks, I try not to get too much Disney stuff for the kitchen as it's supposed to be a farmyard theme but sometimes I can't resist!Dtr was nagging me to buy one of those in Disney yesterday (although they were silver in colour) but I couldn't see me fitting it in our luggage.

Same here ~ I've seen it in silver at both DLRP and WDW but despaired how I'd get it home (it's really heavy) so when I saw it on Disney Store UK I got rather excited :yay: and it's red too :thumbsup2 my fave colour for kitchen accessories. :goodvibes

[poppie123]

Good evening all, :goodvibes

What is everyone up to? i plan to have a chinese as it's my birthday.
I still had to go to work this morning though which was a bit naff.:rotfl:

[Jonjo]

DW and I are having a Halloween movie marathon. So far its been Ponyo, then Doom and next is Alien.

[Danauk]

Hi everyone, I haven't been on this thread for ages. But seen as I am frequenting this board again I thought I would drop by. I am at home alone tonight, as I have been all week. DH is playing guitar for a show for a local theatre group all week. He had a matinee to do today as well as this evenings show so he won't be home until 11pm again.

[Ware Bears]

Good evening all, :goodvibes

What is everyone up to? i plan to have a chinese as it's my birthday.
I still had to go to work this morning though which was a bit naff.:rotfl:
:bday: to you!!! Hope you enjoy your Chinese, we're just waiting for ours to be delivered. :goodvibes
DW and I are having a Halloween movie marathon. So far its been Ponyo, then Doom and next is Alien.Enjoy!! :goodvibes

Hi everyone, I haven't been on this thread for ages. But seen as I am frequenting this board again I thought I would drop by.

Nice to see you. :wave2:

[Passionada]

Wow, I was recently in Paris, but unfortunately could not make it to the park. Four days are definitely enough for that lovely city, can't wait to go back again!

[lilacgems23]

thought id share a photo of our new daughter, tiana-rose, shes 4 weeks old tomorrow

http://i96.photobucket.com/albums/l174/emweaver/tIANA-ROSE080.jpg

[loladelorean]

Your daughter is beautiful lilacgems, and what a gorgeous name!! congrats :goodvibes:goodvibes:goodvibes

[A Small World]

Congratulations Lilac- shes lovely :goodvibes

[mummybear]

Congratulations. When I saw you back on the board, I did wonder if you'd had your little one yet.

She is beautiful, and what a lovely name. Thanks for sharing a pic of her with us :)

[lilacgems23]

thanks :goodvibes

[tennisfan]

Congrats, she is a sweetie:goodvibes

[kizzabel]

congrats lilac, shes a wee dote, love her name aswel. Hope shes settling in well xx

[Ware Bears]

Congratulations, what a sweetie and a very pretty name too. Thank you for sharing her picture with us.

[Ware Bears]

This was so funny yesterday that I've got to share!

I was at the doctors yesterday and while the nurse was checking my details she suddenly said "Snap! We must be twins! And how are you celebrating the big day?"

What a coincidence! So while I'm celebrating at Cafe Fantasia she'll be doing the same on the Queen Elizabeth! We'd even considered the same cruise (!) but it didn't work with DD's GCSEs.

Talk about a small world! :lmao:

[mommy2ash]

This was so funny yesterday that I've got to share!

I was at the doctors yesterday and while the nurse was checking my details she suddenly said "Snap! We must be twins! And how are you celebrating the big day?"

What a coincidence! So while I'm celebrating at Cafe Fantasia she'll be doing the same on the Queen Elizabeth!

Talk about a small world! :lmao:

all together now its a small world after all, its a small world after all, its a small world after all :rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2::rotfl2:

[Ware Bears]

LOL!! I used to have that as my ringtone until my DDs threatened to divorce me! :rotfl2:

[mommy2ash]

LOL!! I used to have that as my ringtone until my DDs threatened to divorce me! :rotfl2:

i taped the hotel wake up call on our trip and im now using that as my alarm on my phone in the morning :rotfl2:

[rottie155]

I think the most conversation I've ever got out of my doctor is "stop being a baby, you're like a child, it's only an injection". CHARMING!!!

I think it's FABULOUS you're going to be celebrating your big one in Disney!!! :cutie:

P.S. - thanks Sonya, I now have it's a small world stuck in my head! :rotfl:

[mommy2ash]

I think the most conversation I've ever got out of my doctor is "stop being a baby, you're like a child, it's only an injection". CHARMING!!!

I think it's FABULOUS you're going to be celebrating your big one in Disney!!! :cutie:

P.S. - thanks Sonya, I now have it's a small world stuck in my head! :rotfl:


so sorry, i know once it gets in there you cant get it out :rotfl:

[rottie155]

so sorry, i know once it gets in there you cant get it out :rotfl:

:rolleyes1 it's a world of laughter a world of tears it's a world of hope and a world of fears.... :headache:

[Mum to Belle]

Ahhhh, we have been listening to that in the car today!!!

I must get a more interesting ringtone...! :goodvibes

[A Small World]

This was so funny yesterday that I've got to share!

I was at the doctors yesterday and while the nurse was checking my details she suddenly said "Snap! We must be twins! And how are you celebrating the big day?"

What a coincidence! So while I'm celebrating at Cafe Fantasia she'll be doing the same on the Queen Elizabeth! We'd even considered the same cruise (!) but it didn't work with DD's GCSEs.

Talk about a small world! :lmao:

Talking about me now are you :rotfl:

I thought I was your twin Elaine

[poppie123]

Yay, chat's back :cool1:

What a day i have had, to cut a very very very long story short my Avast last night picked up a rootkit :scared1: and advised me to delete it (which i did) then the boot scan froze, and then it took me an hour to get back on the computer.
Anyway today i posted on MSE asking for advice and before i knew it there were all these people talking about how if their computer had detected a rootkit they would reinstall their operating sytem :eek:

I have had someone help me through it to check everything was ok (i do alot of online banking) and i have had install and run, Hijackthis, Combofix, Sophos rootkit and finally run a Malwarebytes scan :faint:

And the worst part is i will probably still take it to the repair shop and get them to have a good look. :rolleyes1

[DLPdaft]

poppie I didn't understand a word of that :rotfl2::rotfl2: - but I hope your computer feels better soon!

[poppie123]

poppie I didn't understand a word of that :rotfl2::rotfl2: - but I hope your computer feels better soon!

Do you know what i don't understand a word of it either :rotfl:

All i know is that from the man himself (he who has helped me and calmed me down from my OMG someone is going to steal all my money in my bank accounts state :rotfl2:) has said after 2 hours of scanning and posting logs I AM GOOD TO GO :cool1: (but keep and eye on things)

[A Small World]

poppie I didn't understand a word of that :rotfl2::rotfl2: - but I hope your computer feels better soon!

:rotfl: Im glad you said that coz I didnt either

[A Small World]

Yay, chat's back :cool1:



Yes and its on 245 pages (most threads only last 250 and then need to be closed) so we might even get a new one - long overdue.

Its a bit different to when we first started the chat threads and were getting a new one every few weeks

[Ware Bears]

I thought I was your twin Elaine

Of course you are :flower3: but you know what they say - the more the merrier :lmao:


As for rootkits (sounds more like hair dye) and malwarewhatsits - I didn't understand a word of it either. ;)

[tennisfan]

For once I get to enjoy the nice sunny weather & not be at work. I had the pleasure of weekend nights which were horrendous, most of Saturday night patients were drunk, one mother wouldn't admit her precious daughter had too much to drink, hello she is lying on the floor outside a club in her own vomit (sorry TMI), oh well she got to sit in the hospital waiting room for a few hours!

Don't get me wrong, I do care about the people but it gets you down when people are just drunk, need to go home & sleep it off & not call us. Prime example was we bought someone in who was drunk & faking being unconcious at the same time there was a really poorly baby being treated, fortunately there was a crew to take the baby to hospital.

I need a holiday after this weekend & hoping to book it after next weekend as I can then meet up with my friend to sort it out.

[mommy2ash]

For once I get to enjoy the nice sunny weather & not be at work. I had the pleasure of weekend nights which were horrendous, most of Saturday night patients were drunk, one mother wouldn't admit her precious daughter had too much to drink, hello she is lying on the floor outside a club in her own vomit (sorry TMI), oh well she got to sit in the hospital waiting room for a few hours!

Don't get me wrong, I do care about the people but it gets you down when people are just drunk, need to go home & sleep it off & not call us. Prime example was we bought someone in who was drunk & faking being unconcious at the same time there was a really poorly baby being treated, fortunately there was a crew to take the baby to hospital.

I need a holiday after this weekend & hoping to book it after next weekend as I can then meet up with my friend to sort it out.

i really dont envy you. sometimes the most important jobs are the most thankless.

[poppie123]

Good morning everyone :goodvibes

My computer seems ok (thank god) although i have to admit it has made me slightly nervous about using it, stupid really as it's only a machine but there you go.
I very gingerly checked my banks online this morning and all was well. I used to just check each day without even thinking about it but people talking about how dangerous rootkits are made me quite scared to do anything.
i think in the last 24 hours i have run every virus,malware,rootkit scan known to man.:rotfl2:

It's a lovely sunny day here today. I have just been pricing up DLP for the 3rd week in March but it really is out of the question:sad2: the train is so expensive.

[A Small World]

Good Evening everyone :goodvibes

[rottie155]

Evening all!!! How are we?!

Glad your computer is still with us poppie! :surfweb:

I've just been taking a trip down memory lane and remembered how fantastic the Castle looked during the 5th Anniversary!!
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=374722&id=615828997&saved#!/photo.php?fbid=10150201470853998&set=a.10150201463408998.374722.615828997&theater

I miss being little sometimes lol

[Ware Bears]

Good Evening :wave:I need a holiday after this weekend & hoping to book it after next weekend as I can then meet up with my friend to sort it out.Hope you get your holiday sorted soon. I think you always feel happier once it's booked. Have you decided where you're going yet?

I have just been pricing up DLP for the 3rd week in March but it really is out of the question:sad2: the train is so expensive.Yes, the train is pricey ::yes:: but a much nicer way to travel. Did you ever book for June in the end?


I've just been taking a trip down memory lane and remembered how fantastic the Castle looked during the 5th Anniversary!!
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=374722&id=615828997&saved#!/photo.php?fbid=10150201470853998&set=a.10150201463408998.374722.615828997&theater

I miss being little sometimes lolHmmmmmm :idea: I'm not sure whether I like that or not. Would you like it if they did something as drastic next year for the 20th or do you prefer the more subtle decorations that they had for the 15th?

[hildasmuriel]

Nice to see the chat thread on top page again. :goodvibes

We had Dad's funeral on Tuesday and it was exactly the occasion we had planned. It was as nice a send off as we could have hoped.

Now things are getting back to normal. I may get around to the trip report I was supposed to do.

[Mum to Belle]

Nice to see the chat thread on top page again. :goodvibes

We had Dad's funeral on Tuesday and it was exactly the occasion we had planned. It was as nice a send off as we could have hoped.

Now things are getting back to normal. I may get around to the trip report I was supposed to do.

Glad to hear that it all went well :hug:

There's just enough time for you to finish your TR before your next trip! :thumbsup2 It's good to keep yourself busy ;)

[tennisfan]

Good Evening :wave:Hope you get your holiday sorted soon. I think you always feel happier once it's booked. Have you decided where you're going yet?


We are hoping to go to Boston in May & Florida in October for my 30th but undecided on that one I might change it to either NYC or Vegas again. I'm also hoping to squeeze a little trip to DLRP at some point too. All this inbetween possibly buying my 1st house:eek:

[tennisfan]

Apologies for the double post.

Nice to see the chat thread on top page again. :goodvibes

We had Dad's funeral on Tuesday and it was exactly the occasion we had planned. It was as nice a send off as we could have hoped.

Now things are getting back to normal. I may get around to the trip report I was supposed to do.

Glad the funeral went as planned:hug:

[rottie155]

Nice to see the chat thread on top page again. :goodvibes

We had Dad's funeral on Tuesday and it was exactly the occasion we had planned. It was as nice a send off as we could have hoped.

Now things are getting back to normal. I may get around to the trip report I was supposed to do.

I'm glad it went as well as it could and that your dad had a lovely send off. :flower3:
Looking forward to the TR! :goodvibes




Hmmmmmm :idea: I'm not sure whether I like that or not. Would you like it if they did something as drastic next year for the 20th or do you prefer the more subtle decorations that they had for the 15th?

I think the reason they went so OTT with it all was purely as it was the first milestone anniversary the park had celebrated and also fell during the premiere of Hunchback of Notre-Dame, so the whole park was done up like the Festival of Fools that year... I must admit, I really loved the castle looking that way - it was certainly different!! :laughing:

[A Small World]

We are hoping to go to Boston in May & Florida in October for my 30th but undecided on that one I might change it to either NYC or Vegas again. I'm also hoping to squeeze a little trip to DLRP at some point too. All this inbetween possibly buying my 1st house:eek:

My friend from work has just returned from Boston - her daughter is working in Cape Cod at the moment and she says its absolutely beautiful there.

[A Small World]

Nice to see the chat thread on top page again. :goodvibes

We had Dad's funeral on Tuesday and it was exactly the occasion we had planned. It was as nice a send off as we could have hoped.

Now things are getting back to normal. I may get around to the trip report I was supposed to do.

Glad it went well and that things are getting back to normal for you :hug:

[Ware Bears]

We had Dad's funeral on Tuesday and it was exactly the occasion we had planned. It was as nice a send off as we could have hoped.

Now things are getting back to normal. I may get around to the trip report I was supposed to do.

Glad it went well. :hug:

Now you know you so want to write that trip report!! ::yes::

[tennisfan]

My friend from work has just returned from Boston - her daughter is working in Cape Cod at the moment and she says its absolutely beautiful there.

Thats good to know:goodvibes It does look beautiful & I have found there is no sales tax on clothing:yay: so plan to make the most of it:thumbsup2

[hildasmuriel]

Evening - hope you're all having happy Mondays (hey, that would be a good name for a band!)

I was going through some old photos last week and found one I wanted to share. This is taken about 2 years before we took our first trip to Disney - but already the signs of Disney obsession are there. My daughter used to really love these Disney mags - note she is also wearing her angel wings while she sits and reads. :teeth:

http://i231.photobucket.com/albums/ee59/hildasmuriel/1-1.jpg

[Mum to Belle]

Awwww, how cute is that?!! princess: Training her from an early age has clearly paid off! :rotfl:

DD loves those magazines too! :thumbsup2

[A Small World]

Shes not changed a bit :rotfl:

DD has just looked at it and commented that she used to read those magazines as well and dress up while reading them (in fact we are sure she had that actual one )
:banana::cool1: (from DD)

[DLPdaft]

awwwww look at her - thats brill :goodvibes:goodvibes:goodvibes

[Ware Bears]

Aww bless her :hug: I remember mine all used to dress up in angel wings too :rotfl2:

[tennisfan]

That is a sweet photo. I have managed to brainwash I mean convert my niece & nephew to loving Disney:thumbsup2 & they both love dressing up. I'm convinced my 2 year old nephew is going to be a fireman stripper when he is older!

[tennisfan]

How is everyone. It looks like spring is finally here with the lovely weather we have been having. Shame I have been working & I have the pleasure of nights today & tomorrow, hopefully they will be better then the last lot.

At least I get the weekend off again this week:goodvibes

[hildasmuriel]

Wasn't it lovely today? The clocks go forward at the weekend - spring has finally sprung! :cool1::cool1:

[Mum to Belle]

Gorgeous weather! :goodvibes Went for a stroll along the quay yesterday which was lovely, sadly stuck in the office today but did pop out at lunchtime and kept bumping into wasps!!! :scared1:

[A Small World]

Good evening - Yes its been glorious weather up in the sunny north as well :goodvibes

[Ware Bears]

Good evening :wave2: yes, the weather has been absolutely beautiful. My friend came round for coffee this morning and we were able to sit out in the garden. :goodvibes

Bet you're looking forward to the weekend, Nikki. :) Has anyone got any plans?

[tennisfan]

Yay I have finished work until next Wednesday:yay:. I'm meeting up with a friend tonight to go to the cinema. Have physio to do at the football tomorrow but that shouldn't be too bad & a little extra cash:thumbsup2

Plan to go shopping with a friend on Monday:thumbsup2

[Ware Bears]

Nice :thumbsup2 what film are you planning to see?

We've not got much planned this weekend - DH is working overtime and we're going up to collect eldest DD as she's finished now for her Easter hols.

Have a nice weekend everyone. :goodvibes

[tennisfan]

Nice :thumbsup2 what film are you planning to see?

We've not got much planned this weekend - DH is working overtime and we're going up to collect eldest DD as she's finished now for her Easter hols.

Have a nice weekend everyone. :goodvibes

Going to see Limitless (trying to make the most of my cinema pass whilst I can)

Thats good that your eldest will be back for a while:thumbsup2

[hildasmuriel]

Can you believe she's two-thirds of the way through her first year, Elaine? :scared1:

It one of my favourite weekends of the year. All 4 sisters and Mum congregate in my hometown for the weekend.
Friday night - girls' nibbles, wine and planning session,
Saturday morning - shopping and lunch up town
Saturday afternoon - theatre (Jersey Boys this year)
Saturday night - meet up with husbands and children for an evening of Chinese food and more wine and chatting
Sunday lunchtime - meal in our favourite Italian restaurant before goodbyes and off to our various homes

Love it. :goodvibes Just hope our trip up town isn't interrupted by the expected hundred thousand on the protest march.

[tennisfan]

Can you believe she's two-thirds of the way through her first year, Elaine? :scared1:

It one of my favourite weekends of the year. All 4 sisters and Mum congregate in my hometown for the weekend.
Friday night - girls' nibbles, wine and planning session,
Saturday morning - shopping and lunch up town
Saturday afternoon - theatre (Jersey Boys this year)
Saturday night - meet up with husbands and children for an evening of Chinese food and more wine and chatting
Sunday lunchtime - meal in our favourite Italian restaurant before goodbyes and off to our various homes

Love it. :goodvibes Just hope our trip up town isn't interrupted by the expected hundred thousand on the protest march.

Hope you have a fab weekend. I've seen Jersey Boys, I personally prefer the music to the show as I found it a little slow in places but it was still good:)

Don't forget its the boat race too tomorrow:goodvibes

[Ware Bears]

Going to see Limitless That looks good :thumbsup2

Can you believe she's two-thirds of the way through her first year, Elaine? :scared1:Time is going by too quickly, it is very frightening - after next month I will only have one left at school :eek:

It one of my favourite weekends of the year. All 4 sisters and Mum congregate in my hometown for the weekend.
Friday night - girls' nibbles, wine and planning session,
Saturday morning - shopping and lunch up town
Saturday afternoon - theatre (Jersey Boys this year)
Saturday night - meet up with husbands and children for an evening of Chinese food and more wine and chatting
Sunday lunchtime - meal in our favourite Italian restaurant before goodbyes and off to our various homes

Sound a fabulous weekend. :goodvibes I'd love to see the Jersey Boys - can I put myself up for adoption? :rotfl2:

[hildasmuriel]

can I put myself up for adoption? :rotfl2:

:rotfl: Come and join us! Mum says when you have 4 daughters, what difference would one more make? Note please, that I was driving tonight so I did not indulge in the wine, just had many cups of tea instead.

[Ware Bears]

Ahh bless you all! :hug: Hope you had a wonderful time :goodvibes and your day out wasn't spoiled by that small minority.

We had a worrying moment today - after collecting DD from uni for the Easter holidays, the car decided to suddenly die in the fast lane :eek: luckily for us we were on a downhill incline so we managed to make it over to the hard shoulder before it came to a stop. Now we'll have to wait until Monday to find out the damage.

[hildasmuriel]

We had a worrying moment today - after collecting DD from uni for the Easter holidays, the car decided to suddenly die in the fast lane :eek: luckily for us we were on a downhill incline so we managed to make it over to the hard shoulder before it came to a stop. Now we'll have to wait until Monday to find out the damage.

Scary!:scared1: I'm glad you all got home safely and hope it isn't anything too expensive to sort out.

We really did have a good time yesterday - and still have a nice meal to look forward to today. :goodvibes
At one point I was in another shop while sisters 1 and 3 were in Next with Mum. There were 2 loud CRACKS which sounded like shotguns so everybody started to go towards the exit, all except for sister 1 who continued to calmly pay for all her stuff. She said afterwards that it had taken her ages to trawl through all the sale racks so she wasn't going to leave without them! It turned out the cracking sound had been the window being smashed by the breakaway group of marchers.

[Ware Bears]

Scary :eek: right back at you. Hope you have a lovely meal.

I'm not going to spend time today worrying about how much the car's going to cost or whether it's even worth repairing :scared1: that can wait until tomorrow. Today it's :banana: :banana: two months :banana: :banana: until we go so I am going to spend it looking forward to seeing the Wizard of Oz and Monsieur Mickey. :dance3:

[tennisfan]

Ahh bless you all! :hug: Hope you had a wonderful time :goodvibes and your day out wasn't spoiled by that small minority.

We had a worrying moment today - after collecting DD from uni for the Easter holidays, the car decided to suddenly die in the fast lane :eek: luckily for us we were on a downhill incline so we managed to make it over to the hard shoulder before it came to a stop. Now we'll have to wait until Monday to find out the damage.

That must of been a frightening experience for you, glad you made it home in one piece:thumbsup2

What car do you drive? I would search on the internet to see if its a common problem for the car. I know its common on Ford Focus & possibly the Mondeo as they have been having problems at work with them.

Scary!:scared1: I'm glad you all got home safely and hope it isn't anything too expensive to sort out.

We really did have a good time yesterday - and still have a nice meal to look forward to today. :goodvibes
At one point I was in another shop while sisters 1 and 3 were in Next with Mum. There were 2 loud CRACKS which sounded like shotguns so everybody started to go towards the exit, all except for sister 1 who continued to calmly pay for all her stuff. She said afterwards that it had taken her ages to trawl through all the sale racks so she wasn't going to leave without them! It turned out the cracking sound had been the window being smashed by the breakaway group of marchers.

Glad you had a lovely weekend apart from being caught up in the protest

[Ware Bears]

What car do you drive? I would search on the internet to see if its a common problem for the car. I know its common on Ford Focus & possibly the Mondeo as they have been having problems at work with them.
It's a Megane but one of the older type. This is the second one we've had (some idiot drove into our first one and wrote it off) and up to now we've been so lucky with them - they are such reliable cars as a rule. DH thinks it's the cam belt even though it wasn't due to be replaced yet. It was too dark to see what was wrong yesterday so we just got towed home and DH is working overtime today so won't get a chance to look until tomorrow. Luckily he's already got the day off as our youngest DD is having a tooth extraction. I don't know much about cars but enough to know that if it is the cam belt then it'll have no doubt damaged the engine. I'm going to hope and pray it's something else - and something very inexpensive! ;)

[tennisfan]

It's a Megane but one of the older type. This is the second one we've had (some idiot drove into our first one and wrote it off) and up to now we've been so lucky with them - they are such reliable cars as a rule. DH thinks it's the cam belt even though it wasn't due to be replaced yet. It was too dark to see what was wrong yesterday so we just got towed home and DH is working overtime today so won't get a chance to look until tomorrow. Luckily he's already got the day off as our youngest DD is having a tooth extraction. I don't know much about cars but enough to know that if it is the cam belt then it'll have no doubt damaged the engine. I'm going to hope and pray it's something else - and something very inexpensive! ;)

I drive a Megane, its my 2nd one i've had & my dad owned one years ago. We too have had no problem with them. My dad had my old Megane coupe & the cam belt went on it. It did some damaged but there was a company that came out to repair the problem.

Hope its a simple & cheap thing to sort the car out:thumbsup2

[hildasmuriel]

Hope you've had good news about the car, Elaine.

My daughter just asked me why the apples we have are so big - I was trying to explain that they came with our online shopping, so I hadn't chosen them - but what I actually said was "the Cast Member picked them" - do I need to cut back on the Disney or what? :rotfl:

[Ware Bears]

I really really can't imagine you cutting back on Disney! :rotfl2:

Well, we were unlucky with the car and it was the cam belt so we decided to scrap it. Shame as it had been a good little car but sometimes it's just better to cut your losses. Luckily we found exactly what we wanted (thank goodness for the internet, how did we ever manage without it) so we'll soon have wheels again.

Hope everyone has a lovely weekend. :goodvibes Anyone doing anything special for Mother's Day - or hoping for any nice surprises for themselves? ;)

[Mum to Belle]

...we went to Peppa Pig World!!! It's closer :goodvibes


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[Cyrano]

Looks like you had a great time :goodvibes

[Ware Bears]

Fantastic photos Jenny :goodvibes I used to love going there, we used to go every summer when my DDs were younger. Is the dinosaur walk still there?

[Mum to Belle]

Yes Elaine it is, not that we had time to do it! I'd never been before, I was really impressed! :goodvibes

[ukstitch]

Paultons is a really nice little park - especially for "younger" families. They've brought in a couple of really good fun but thrilling rides recently as well.

I think they could be on to a huge winner with the Peppa Pig world though - I just hope they're geared up to cope with the crowds because it's not the biggest park in the world :thumbsup2

[Ware Bears]

I am so chuffed that I have finally finished my WDW/DCL trip report from ... wait for it ... 2009 :eek: that I am blatantly plugging it here!! :blush:

If anyone is remotely interested :rotfl: the link is here (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=41044925&postcount=104). :)

[Cyrano]

I am so chuffed that I have finally finished my WDW/DCL trip report from ... wait for it ... 2009 :eek: that I am blatantly plugging it here!! :blush:

If anyone is remotely interested :rotfl: the link is here (http://www.disboards.com/showpost.php?p=41044925&postcount=104). :)

Excellent off for a read. I may manage my TR in a couple of years after the event too :duck::rotfl2: