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Scaredycat Wed 08-Jul-26 15:53:35

Welcome. This thread is in support of those who wish to share their mental health problems as they affect their daily lives,share aspects of our lives supportively and give and take support. And is a continuation of Black Dog 29.
It’s been going for some time, so this is a jump in at the deep end.
All are welcome- don’t be put off by some of us being here long term - people come and go

HowVeryDareYou2 Sat 22-Aug-26 07:56:14

Doodle I didn't know I'd made a typo. Oh well. It's been a lot cooler in the evening. I put my duvet back on 2 nights ago (it's only a 5-tog one). Hope you're doing something nice today.

Nanny 2507 Great news. Best of luck; hope you'll be happier in your new home.

ScaredyCat Glad your friend got on ok. Are you doing much this weekend?

EllieAnne So long as you're happy doing what you do at church, that's the main thing. Glad you've found another helper to chat with.

Wyllow3 Enjoy your walk today. The weather should be nice. Do you take photos?

SweetpeaSue Hope you're relaxing and enjoying some fine weather.

Jaffa's obviously feeling quite a bit better - he woke me at 4am for some food! I gave in, of course. Hope everyone has a good day. x

Sweetpeasue Sat 22-Aug-26 10:45:11

Arrived here OK with no problem.
We couldn't get WI-Fi on so when DGS arrived he put in the right password - we used the wrong one!

Read your .messages. Will try and get back later.
Everything going well.
Love to all.xx

Doodle Sat 22-Aug-26 19:57:03

Wyllow some of you have lovely places to walk. I can walk by the river and that’s nice but there’s not much open countryside close by. Indoor great park but that quite a way away. Glad you’re having a bit of a rest.
Nanny that’s so good. Will it be nearer your son and family?
Ellie Anne it’s good you enjoy what you do in the kitchen. Sometimes we just get on with people and their sex is irrelevant. Good you have someone to chat to.
HVDY it made me laugh.
“One of the GPs I saw ages ago mentioned the possibility of me being referred to a bloody pressure clinic of some sort at the hospital” it fitter in well with you saying it was a pain.
It is cooler but I still have the fan on a lot.
Yes I’ve been to the hospice today with friends for a chat which was nice.
Must go to the dentist soon. My teeth are all on edge. I seem to have a very dry mouth and no matter how much I drink it stays that way. Quite uncomfortable and annoying.
Glad Jaffas feeling better.
Glad you’re there safely Sweetpeasue have a good time.
Scaredycat have you got any plans for this weekend.?

HowVeryDareYou2 Sat 22-Aug-26 20:28:49

SweetpeaSue All the passwords needed for things are a pain, aren't they? Glad your grandson got it sorted out. Hope you've had a nice day.

Doodle grin. I see what you mean. Odd that your mouth keeps feeling dry like that. The roof of my mouth gets like it (I blame the bladder pills I take). Glad you've had a nice day with friends. Jaffa's still snotty and making a snoring/wheezy sound, but he's getting better, thanks.

Called round to Son2's, took a congratulations card, chocolates and flowers for LG's sister. Chatted with them all. DH and I had a late lunch at a pub that's had a total refurbishment. It was very nice. Not much else. Hope ALL BDers have a good rest tonight x

Wyllow3 Sat 22-Aug-26 20:36:10

Well of course you gave into Jaffa, HVDY. Is he better now? Or at least, weller?

Great to hear from you Sweetpeasue. So glad DGS sorted the wi-fi - I’d go spare on holiday without it! Not just contact with those I usually do, but also looking up bits and bobs locally.
I hope you both are as well as for the holiday and it goes well with family.

Oh dear….get thee to a dentist Doodle, it sounds very uncomfy and unusual. May I recommend for comfort this brand of light chewing gum - it has no sugar, no nasties whatsoever and is on Amazon and got quickly. Meds give me a dry mouth and it helps.

Just enter into the Amazon search box
“PUR Gum | Sugar Free Chewing Gum | Made with Xylitol | Vegan, Aspartame Free, Gluten Free & Keto Friendly | Natural Spearmint Flavoured Gum, 55 Pieces (Pack of 3)

I’m glad today was another hospice day.

Today was actually lovely. Just got into the car park: perfect weather (long sleeve blouse, sun in and out, everyone happy “perfect weather” “ thank goodness it’s cooler”.

The coffee van was in the car park for after, v good stuff -little trip to Sainsbugs to get meals and outside eating, then I had a nice sleep. Just the ticket.

Pic is one of the views - yes Doodle I am very lucky - this was a 15-20 min drive from home.