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I'm in tatters today

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grannyactivist Sun 11-Nov-18 12:34:46

Oh dear I seem to have misplaced my usual stoic calm. I've had some health problems recently and I think the sedation I had at the hospital earlier this week has left me feeling rather fragile. This whole time of Remembrance is always difficult, but I'm not normally undone by it and yet this year has been particularly hard. I haven't even felt able to join in with local events because I know I'll just cry the whole time. I avoided the big commemoration service in town on Friday and went alone to place my poppies afterwards. A poor lady saw my tears and asked if I was okay and I ended up sobbing as I explained that it would have been my daughter's wedding anniversary, but her husband was killed in Afghanistan. I think I ruined her day, but she was very kind.

And now I'm on tenterhooks waiting for my son to call with news of my lovely daughter-in-law who is two days short of her due date and had severe haemorrhaging in the night. She's now in hospital and labour has started, but I'm anxious rather than excited. We've picked up their dog and brought him home with us (he's very used to staying here) and although he is usually very calm and placid he is now nervously pacing and whining around the room; he's obviously picked up on everyone's anxiety. Having texted earlier fairly regularly my son has not sent or responded to a text for almost two hours now and I can't help but worry.

The Wonderful Man is throwing himself into doing jobs around the house, but I know that it's displacement activity because he's anxious. I've tried to keep busy, but now all I can do is watch my phone - and pray!

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cornergran Mon 12-Nov-18 04:13:10

Wonderful news ga, many congratulations to you all.

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Iam64 Mon 12-Nov-18 07:29:31

Congratulations to your family x

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kittylester Mon 12-Nov-18 07:38:54

Congratulations GA, wonderful news!

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Marydoll Mon 12-Nov-18 07:46:58

What great news! Congratulations. flowers

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mcem Mon 12-Nov-18 08:07:11

As I watched the parade yesterday the camera picked out a wee lad of 8, taking part with his mother and grandfather. That brought to mind your family and thoughts of your work with the charity for bereaved children.
A new baby is just wonderful and will strengthen the bonds of a happy and very united family.
Congratulations on the birth of your granddaughter.

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EllanVannin Mon 12-Nov-18 08:10:11

Congratulations grannyactivist----you can un-tatter yourself now x

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Brunette10 Mon 12-Nov-18 08:13:47

Congratulations grannyactivist - such good news. flowers

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Bellanonna Mon 12-Nov-18 08:26:25

Great news. I’m sure the baby with the unusual name will bring you lots of joy!

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Jane10 Mon 12-Nov-18 08:32:52

Lovely! So glad to hear of this wonderful addition to the family. sunshine

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Marthjolly1 Mon 12-Nov-18 08:37:17

Such wonderful news. Congratulations flowers. I am feeling quite emotional for you.

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PECS Mon 12-Nov-18 08:48:47

Congratulations on your new grandchild! Such a relief to know everyone concerned is well x

I think when health worries are lurking it colours and exaggerates our emotions. I hope your medics can offer you positive help and that the safe arrival of your DGD gives you the emotional boost you deserve.

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sodapop Mon 12-Nov-18 08:55:14

Congratulations GA all good wishes to the new granddaughter and her family. flowers

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Blinko Mon 12-Nov-18 08:57:03

The best news, GA, after all the anxiety you've been through in the past few days. flowers wine

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Bathsheba Mon 12-Nov-18 09:05:52

I have come late to this thread and have been reading through, waiting with fingers crossed for the announcement. So relieved when I found your happy post about your new little granddaughter! Congratulations to all of you ga flowers

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GrandmaMoira Mon 12-Nov-18 09:10:56

Congratulations.

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Nonnie Mon 12-Nov-18 09:20:19

Such good news, very happy for you.

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Anniebach Mon 12-Nov-18 09:24:07

Wonderful news, welcome to the new little life x

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harrigran Mon 12-Nov-18 09:26:50

Congratulations ga flowers

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shysal Mon 12-Nov-18 09:27:48
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Congratulations to you all. A 9lb weight will give her a good start in life.

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Juggernaut Mon 12-Nov-18 09:28:28

GA
Wonderful news, many Congrats to you and your whole family!
Our DGS was 9lb 13 ozs, babies have definitely been getting bonnier in recent years!

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Auntieflo Mon 12-Nov-18 09:32:16

GA. Congratulations to all the family, and welcome to your new baby granddaughter.

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Parsley3 Mon 12-Nov-18 09:32:50

Congratulations to you and your lovely family. ??????

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merlotgran Mon 12-Nov-18 09:35:04

Congratulations to all, ga.

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matson Mon 12-Nov-18 09:40:44

Wonderful news, congratulations flowers

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Squiffy Mon 12-Nov-18 10:33:05

How lovely for you all, a new granddaughter safely delivered. flowers

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