Sunshine after the rain

[Strugglingmum]

I actually have a policy not to do any present buying till after Si’s birthday (7 November)

I'm normally later starting but A might not have a job by then and I'm feeling stressed enough about that never mind then having to try afford Christmas

[Suzi]

Is there any news on his job?

[Flo]

I only saw the sweet tubs to be fair.... after all we have Halloween first.... maybe the tubs are for Halloween but the dates are good so Christmas it is.
I normally give my nephews money but i like to have sweets to wrap up for them too for under the tree.
Yip they are 19, 21 and 23.... I need to wise up.
Likewise my nieces are/will be married so its sweets and a voucher for a meal out somewhere.

You're SO organised!

I have a box full under the bed for the kids already! I'm excited to be able to buy for them as if they're my own but J is utterly bemused as he normally leaves it til the last minute!

Will the kids be with you on C day? And what is it with some men to leave present buying an hour before closing on Christmas Eve? Ian does it!

I’ve normally started by now cos I like to spread the cost to make it easier but this year I haven’t got a clue where to start.

Me neither Stella...TBH everyone seems to have everything! Maybe M&S tokens and Next tokens...I know that's a cop out but it's safe!

I actually have a policy not to do any present buying till after Si’s birthday (7 November)

Same birthday as my Zoe!

Present buying is fine, but refuse to contemplate putting decorations up until after my birthday (21st Nov)

I always wait until I see a few in the village.....

[Strugglingmum]

Is there any news on his job?

He survived the first round of redundancies but the company has very few orders so the plant is at threat of closure. Both my hubby and son work for the same firm so......

[Suzi]

You must be so worried. What are you putting in place to take extra time for your own self care right now?

[Paula]

[Strugglingmum]

Plenty of swimming, crochet and deep breathing!!

[Strugglingmum]

Time to go swimming....and I have dinner in the slow cooker so no stress later.
This evening I hope to tidy my bedroom and prepare for work starting in the shower room soon. We'll see how I feel after my swim and dinner.

[Suzi]

Hope you enjoyed your swim lovely!

[EJ]

That sounds a lot SM. I am going to take a leaf out of your book and get started on Christmas pressies.