[Kate!]

Originally Posted by Cherie Christmas

Thank you will take you up on that sometime Kate xx

Yes please do. Anytime at all. I'd love for you to experience the city. Have you ever been to Chester? Oh and in Liverpool they also have ChinaTown area.

[Ammi]

Originally Posted by Holly Christmas

Yes, she didn't have much of a life when she couldn't get out anymore. Even taking stuff out to the wheelie bin is hard for her so I do all that.

…only two more sleeps to go now so focus on taking some time for yourself each of those days…just to totally chill, there are so many self relaxation things to try on YouTube, if you look…but make that a part of your routine for whatever time period you can…we don’t want a Titanic type drowning scene with you and Vanessa in Liverpool……seriously, take some time for you over the next few days and try to make that part of your routine going forward…

[Kate!]

Originally Posted by Pigeon Lady

…only two more sleeps to go now so focus on taking some time for yourself each of those days…just to totally chill, there are so many self relaxation things to try on YouTube, if you look…but make that a part of your routine for whatever time period you can…we don’t want a Titanic type drowning scene with you and Vanessa in Liverpool……seriously, take some time for you over the next few days and try to make that part of your routine going forward…

I will Ammi.

I'd just like to also say that I don't half appreciate the support I get on here from people, you and Cherie being two of them. It's lovely.

I feel I now have motivation to get up in a morning, usually between 5.30 and 6am to do breakfasts etc. There's always a chance for an hours nap mid morning. Before I lived here because I'd lost Josh I was alone and my time was hard to fill. When I was with Josh until 2014 I was depressed most of the time before I got sorted with medication and counselling that went back to Josh's dad and the abusive relationship and later my mums death. So I wasn't doing much housework etc and yes I probably emotionally didn't support Josh enough either looking back. He had to grow up so quickly. He did turn into a fine young man though so I must have done something right.

[Ammi]

Originally Posted by Holly Christmas

I will Ammi.

I'd just like to also say that I don't half appreciate the support I get on here from people, you and Cherie being two of them. It's lovely.

I feel I now have motivation to get up in a morning, usually between 5.30 and 6am to do breakfasts etc. There's always a chance for an hours nap mid morning. Before I lived here because I'd lost Josh I was alone and my time was hard to fill. When I was with Josh until 2014 I was depressed most of the time before I got sorted with medication and counselling that went back to Josh's dad and the abusive relationship and later my mums death. So I wasn't doing much housework etc and yes I probably emotionally didn't support Josh enough either looking back. He had to grow up so quickly. He did turn into a fine young man though so I must have done something right.

…I think that it sounds as though you supported him as much as you were able to at the time, Kate…it’s that self care again, isn’t it though…if we don’t preserve anything in ourselves, then there is little to give to others…as you say, your balance is there more now because you have your routine and focus more etc…but to try to think of it still as a ‘work in progress’ because the more that you have those other focuses in caring for others, than the more energy you need so more self care…it really is about keeping that balance…if you use more then you need more, you know…Liverpool and your time with Vanessa will really help, I think…have the best time and Vanessa is a great person to help that to happen also……

[Kate!]

Originally Posted by Pigeon Lady

…I think that it sounds as though you supported him as much as you were able to at the time, Kate…it’s that self care again, isn’t it though…if we don’t preserve anything in ourselves, then there is little to give to others…as you say, your balance is there more now because you have your routine and focus more etc…but to try to think of it still as a ‘work in progress’ because the more that you have those other focuses in caring for others, than the more energy you need so more self care…it really is about keeping that balance…if you use more then you need more, you know…Liverpool and your time with Vanessa will really help, I think…have the best time and Vanessa is a great person to help that to happen also……

Yes that's soooo true about @Santa's NaughtiNess

Every moment spent with her is a pleasure. She's just so lovely. We have very similar tastes and get on like a house on fire. She's so warm funny and enthusiastic. I'm proud to call her my friend I value our times together cos they go so fast.

[Ammi]

Originally Posted by Holly Christmas

Yes that's soooo true about @Santa's NaughtiNess

Every moment spent with her is a pleasure. She's just so lovely. We have very similar tastes and get on like a house on fire. She's so warm funny and enthusiastic. I'm proud to call her my friend I value our times together cos they go so fast.

……

[Kate!]

2 sleeps

[Ammi]

…one more sleep ladies until your special leave pass from TiBB begins……

[Kate!]

Originally Posted by Pigeon Lady

…one more sleep ladies until your special leave pass from TiBB begins……

I've been up half the night watching Coronation Street episodes I've missed. Just now cooked our breakfast and am having my first hot drink of the day and some bacon.

My bag is ready to be packed later. Clothes are ready.

Meeting Ness at 1.17pm tomorrow at Liverpool Lime Street station. My train gets in 10 minutes before so I'll be there to greet her.

Soooo excited. X

[Ammi]

Originally Posted by Holly Christmas

I've been up half the night watching Coronation Street episodes I've missed. Just now cooked our breakfast and am having my first hot drink of the day and some bacon.

My bag is ready to be packed later. Clothes are ready.

Meeting Ness at 1.17pm tomorrow at Liverpool Lime Street station. My train gets in 10 minutes before so I'll be there to greet her.

Soooo excited. X

….awwww, try to focus on your routine today as much as you can so that you don’t burst with excitement before the actual meet up……

[Kate!]

Originally Posted by Pigeon Lady

….awwww, try to focus on your routine today as much as you can so that you don’t burst with excitement before the actual meet up……

Lol Ammi. I'll go pop like a balloon when I get up tomorrow morning!

[Ammi]

Originally Posted by Holly Christmas

Lol Ammi. I'll go pop like a balloon when I get up tomorrow morning!

…we’ll let Vanessa know to not have any sharp objects in her luggage……

[Kate!]

Originally Posted by Pigeon Lady

…we’ll let Vanessa know to not have any sharp objects in her luggage……

omigosh!

Lovely Karl is doing the shopping this morning so I can have the day at home. Love him. I did most of the chores yesterday, there's not much to do today except cooking.

[Ammi]

Originally Posted by Holly Christmas

omigosh!

Lovely Karl is doing the shopping this morning so I can have the day at home. Love him. I did most of the chores yesterday, there's not much to do today except cooking.

…I can’t imagine what type of food/cooking you’ll do today with your excitement levels and thinking of your break away…that in itself might be a life highlight for you all…..

[Kate!]

Originally Posted by Pigeon Lady

…I can’t imagine what type of food/cooking you’ll do today with your excitement levels and thinking of your break away…that in itself might be a life highlight for you all…..

I have half a bottle of rose wine that I'm going to drink tonight. I don't drink while we are away out of respect to Vanessa cos she's 100% teetotal. It doesn't bother me.

[Benjamin]

Originally Posted by Holly Christmas

I have half a bottle of rose wine that I'm going to drink tonight. I don't drink while we are away out of respect to Vanessa cos she's 100% teetotal. It doesn't bother me.

Hit those mocktails . Some are divine.

[Kate!]

Originally Posted by Cranbenny Jamin

Hit those mocktails . Some are divine.

Oh yes I totally forgot about that option! Thank you indeed. I'll treat us.

[Vanessa]

Originally Posted by Holly Christmas

Yes that's soooo true about @Santa's NaughtiNess

Every moment spent with her is a pleasure. She's just so lovely. We have very similar tastes and get on like a house on fire. She's so warm funny and enthusiastic. I'm proud to call her my friend I value our times together cos they go so fast.

Aw thank you. Likewise

[Vanessa]

I love Liverpool. Excited to see the show and the Christmas markets.
As a massive Beatles fan I'm always excited to be there.

[Vanessa]

Originally Posted by Holly Christmas

I have half a bottle of rose wine that I'm going to drink tonight. I don't drink while we are away out of respect to Vanessa cos she's 100% teetotal. It doesn't bother me.

I take some medication. I don't drink because I'm always worried in case it interferes. But I don't really enjoy it.
If they are non alcoholic cocktails I'll have one.

[Benjamin]

Originally Posted by Santa's NaughtiNess

I take some medication. I don't drink because I'm always worried in case it interferes. But I don't really enjoy it.
If they are non alcoholic cocktails I'll have one.

They make some glorious mocktails nowadays.

[Niamh.]

Have you eaten here Kate, I went there the last time I was in Liverpool, great choice and atmosphere


https://www.balticmarket.co.uk/our-traders/

[Vanessa]

Originally Posted by ChristmasNeeve

Have you eaten here Kate, I went there the last time I was in Liverpool, great choice and atmosphere


https://www.balticmarket.co.uk/our-traders/

That sounds good. We'll definitely check it out.

[Niamh.]

Originally Posted by Santa's NaughtiNess

That sounds good. We'll definitely check it out.

[Kate!]

Oh! @ChristmasNeeve that looks and sounds amazing.

We are gonna go there on Thursday for lunch.