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  • 2011 can't come quick enough for me now

    You might wonder why I'm wanting this year over as quick as possible

    It could be at the start of the month my washing machine gave up the ghost so had to be replaced £210

    It could be 3 days later my outside drains blocked and took 2 hours to clear
    £168

    It could be that last week my Dish washer died. yes I know it might be a luxury normally but I struggle to stand for any length of time and OH can not wash dishes due to skin condition (well thats what she tells me) £200

    It could be that although snow looks like fun it means I am house bound as I can't afford to fall and the cold make my condition alot more difficult to cope with

    It could that on Monday My Youngest had to go to casualty at 10pm at night because he had a nose bleed that would not stop and driving on unsalted road was no fun but thankfully all sorted at A&E and managed to get home safely

    It could be the fact its Christmas week and I have 4 people to look after who are suffering from the flu (don't know how I'm avoiding as I didn't have a flu jab this year). On top of this dealing with my OH who suffers from depression which is typically bad enough over Chrismas is so much more difficult to keep her positive when she is unwell

    Being the carer is a bit of a roll reversal as i'm not that mobile any more, I usually get help from them, I'm guessing my levels of Care won't win any prizes and I'm sure my bed side manner is extremly poor when my pain is bad
    and most carers don't have to lie down for an hour or two after serving food

    To finish off my Christmas week my drains blocked yet again this time they can't be jetted and I have to have the whole system dug up and replaced, This involves going across my neighbours drive and he's not wanting them on his land (thank god for deeds and rights of way) and under a public highway Guesstimate up to 3 days to sort out and they are starting tommorow which means it won't be finished until after christmas. The estimate was £2000 which was very worrying until I found out its covered by my insurance so I now have to find £75 (Thank god I have a credit card as I now have no cash or savings left) so I don't have to tell my OH to finish me off for the Life insurance payment now.

    I still have to MOT the car next week but my local garage usually takes 3 to 4 weeks to bill me

    I just wish I had the £34 000 the new papers quote when the talk about 'Those on Benefits' or even a third of it, then finances would not be a worry, or perhaps I should just sell the house and live in rented accomodation until I run out of money.

    So it could be all of these problems have made this one of my worst months finishing off my less than perfect year for me

    however some positives will be happening early next year

    It could be that I will finally have my Stair Lift and Down stairs Toilet/shower fitted soon as my Disabled Facilities Grant finally came through (building work starting end of January)

    I'm getting married in May but although it's a good reason but I'm happy to wait til then (OH not so happy)

    perhaps the reason that I'm looking forward to 2011 is that in less than a fortnight I will be able to wear white socks with sandals, I can buy a tweed jacket with leather elbow pads. I can start some ridiculous hobby (I'm thinking growing giant veg) to justify my existance and I can have a mid life Crisis because it's my Birthday & I will be turning 40

    You might guess that most of today I have been in a feeling sorry for myself glass half empty mood even knowing a lot of people have it a lot worse than me, but after a large hug from my 3 year old boy and a big grin from my little girl this evening I realise it is all worth while and my glass is actually Half full, I'm just hoping someone else will pay for the next round or I will have to make this drink last for the next 12 months

    Roll on 2011 as long as I get hugs and smiles from my kids,I think I can cope with almost anything
    Last edited by enrich100; 23-12-2010, 02:24 AM.
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    If a plum tomato breaks the law when it’s young
    Would it’s criminal past ketchup with it later?

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    Thankyou enrich. I'd been feeling a bit down myself today but reading your post has made me realise how trivial my problems are. I think if I'd gone thru half of that I'd be a basket case. I can completely understand why you want to see the back of this year as soon as possible and sincerely hope that 2011 is a much better year for you and your family.
    There are 10 kinds of people in the world, those that understand binary and those that don't.

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    • #3
      I'll buy you a drink or two.

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      • #4
        Gees.............I don't know how you have coped, a drink is deffinately on me, you've earned it. I sincerly hope 2011 has a lot more to offer than the last few months.
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        • #5
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          • #6
            May 2011 be the turning point for you - I wish all good things to come your way, you deserve it so much. Please take.
            wishing you and your family a very happy christmas and a great new year
            headfry
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            Last edited by Headfry; 23-12-2010, 08:26 AM.

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            • #7
              All good wishes for next year
              Updated my blog on 13 January

              http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/gra.../blogs/stella/

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              • #8
                Wishing you a better 2011.
                Location....East Midlands.

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                • #9
                  Brought a tear to my eye! Hope 2011 is going to be a LOT better for you - it sounds like it couldn't get much worse! Best wishes for you and your family over the next few days and stay positive!

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                  • #10
                    Crickey, and I thought that they normally came in three's?

                    Good thing to look forward to wedding-wise is, women tend go mad at prep and planning so hopefully that'll be a smooth ride for you!

                    I hear you on the drain front, I've had the same problem - just got it sorted last week.

                    Anyway, this year wasn't all bad for you dude - you really brought a smile to many people running that chilli parcel, I certainly appreciated it!!!

                    Here's to a better new year!

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                    • #11
                      I'll buy you a pint mate, gotta get better next year xx
                      WPC F Hobbit, Shire police

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                      • #12
                        YouTube - D:ream "Things can only get better"

                        Or if you prefer the 80s:

                        YouTube - Howard Jones - Things Can Only Get Better


                        Hope life stops hitting you with a wet fish in 2011 Enrich xx

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                        • #13
                          Sounds like you have really been through it. Here's to hoping 2011 is better for you. x
                          Kirsty b xx

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                          • #14
                            Enrich I thought I had not seen you online for a while. Sorry to hear about your problems, and I have my fingers crossed for you that next year is indeed the year to ring in the changes for the better.
                            Thinking of you and (hopeing this doesnt sound naff) take care!
                            xx

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                            • #15
                              I am really looking forward to Vine weddings next year!
                              Hope next year is much better for you and yours Enrich.
                              Whooops - now what are the dogs getting up to?

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