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Latest post on 20 September 2014 - 19:22
Marine mammals for eg dolphins swim up to 100 miles a day , a killer whale has to swim up to 500 miles a week to feed properly. My feelings are that all WILD animals that are caged or are used to to entertain are abused......take a trip to the local zoo :( From a practical point of view it doesn't make sense to keep a ' pet' dolphin,my point above.....but the relationship between man and dog grew out of each helping the other. Dogs and cats rabbits etc have been domesticated over thousands of years , some do return to their feral ways but the relationship between man and their domesticated pets has been in the large part successful. Joy and George Adamson of Born Free fame were the first to re integrate wild ' pets ' circus animals, animal 'actors ' lions cheetahs etc back into the wild. They both wrote about how you could never truly domesticate these wild species. edited by Nomad on 20/09/2014 <em>edited by Nomad on 20/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 20 September 2014 - 18:03
Sorry but I am the last person to give tips.....a total computer rookie !! It can be done ,saw a recent thread earlier this week about finding a kitten. A poster replied and added photos of the cats at her office.Hopefully someone will be along to give you a step by step. Good Luck.
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Latest post on 20 September 2014 - 17:53
Pop a photo on here as well. Sending positive thoughts your way....don't give up.
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Latest post on 20 September 2014 - 17:49
A very touchy issue for some. These highly intelligent mammals don't have the option ,they are forced to interact with humans in a captive environment. A far better idea is to take a boat trip in Oman and see them in their natural environment swimming alongside the boat, and at times ' racing ' in front. I urge all who are thinking of supporting captive marine mammal entertainment.......watch Blackfish, it will change your mind......:( <em>edited by Nomad on 20/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 15 September 2014 - 22:57
Vivienne Westwood doesn't even have a Scottish bone in her body (DM quote) and yet has the cheek to say she hates England!!!!!! Well Ms Westwood go live somewhere else!!!!!! The whole thing is now become laughable! ;) <em>edited by Nomad on 15/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 15 September 2014 - 22:50
No lolacat, I don't have any trouble understanding peoples concerns it's a worrying time for everyone, wither you live in Scotland or have friends or family living there. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, I just take exception to some peoples ignorant, self indulgent & downright rude comments! How on earth can a comment be self indulgent? Everyone is entitled to an opinion as long as they don't disagree with yours perhaps? When did everyone become so nasty to one another?! Shame on the lot of u! Always good to remember it is an open forum there will always be those who disagree with another's POV.......for a political discussion this one has been very tame. Some posters living in Scotland have shared just how badly it has affected their own normally happy families. I am of the view that if you take a particular stand be prepared to defend it .Maybe the arguments on the other side annoy you or don't gel with what you feel but that is their opinion. From the outside looking in IMHO there has been way too much decision making on a purely emotional basis with the lack of good old common sense. I think my Grandad is turning in his grave.......:(
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Latest post on 15 September 2014 - 19:51
I have been following the whole thing more out of interest but also because my grandparents were from Scotland. Scaralex what an excellent breakdown ,lets hope common sense prevails. My pet peeve is all these celebs who jump on the band wagon, I know where I would have told Vivienne Westwood to stick her badge. Wonder what would have happened to the models who disagreed and wanted to wear a NO badge....... <em>edited by Nomad on 15/09/2014</em>
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Latest post on 29 August 2014 - 19:21
What would you do if they said no, they weren't comfortable? Would you keep your seat up? Even if the person in front of you was sleeping with their seat reclined and you wanted to lie back to sleep? I just accept being uncomfortable as part of flying economy. I keep my children occupied and insist they behave and be quiet. I walk my baby around endlessly when he grizzles. I put my seat back up at meal times. Bit I won't keep my seat fully upright for the duration of a long haul flight because the person behind me might feel cramped. I put my seat back, I expected the person in front of me to put their seat back and the person behind me can do so too if they want more room. I know it's worse for tall people but my husband is 6'3" and he has never complained about a reclined seat in front of him. would you really still recline? Like if you were sitting in front of me, all of us with our very well behaved children ;) and I asked you nicely if you could put your seat up a bit, as it was squashing my littlest one, or I didn't have room to breastfeed her etc, (which is something I have actually done) would you honestly just say "nah" and keep reclined? I don't reckon you would. :) My husband is 6 foot 2 and he finds it agony when people fully recline, especially on those emirates planes where the foot rest sort of digs in to your legs. He has actually been left bruised more than once. I've never flown business class in my life, it must be nice to be wealthy enough that you would have the option to do that for a little more comfort. We fly home once a year when our sponsor pays, and there is no way I'd spend half our year's savings for a more comfortable 20 hours of flying. It would be much cheaper to buy one of those devices lol. Easiest is to actually ask the person in front to sit up a bit though, it is a bit less confrontational and I'd like to think that most of the time they would oblige as much as possible. lolacat the trays coming from the middle comes with the downside of not being able to lift the armrests. The bassinet row have these and it does make it less comfortable as you are unable to let your children lay across the seats and on your lap when travelling in a group, the upside of course is no one can recline into you on the bassinet row, but then you get the bassinet row sitters who aren't travelling with babies/kids, which also drives me nuts but is I guess a different thread. I do try to avoid the airlines which advertise seats that "recline that little bit further" as all I can think is "that much more squashed by the person in front" As is the case for many of you, our flights home are huge, 20 hours of flight time plus stops. I actually have nightmares about them for a few weeks beforehand. I honestly don't see why people can't be a bit more considerate towards fellow passengers when it comes to reclining seats. I mean, yes it is more comfortable to fully recline, but are you actually prepared to physically bruise someone, or place them in serious discomfort just to do so? If you wanted to BF and asked me if I would put my seat up for that period absolutely I would oblige. BUT when you are done I will recline my seat again. I have a DVT and have to get up regularly to move my leg which gets so cramped especially when the person in front has reclined their seat , however that is their right they have purchased a ticket that offers a reclining seat ( the recline in economy is really minimal ).
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Latest post on 29 August 2014 - 19:13
I've been on a flight where the passenger behind me had reclined their own seat but when I reclined mine he started kicking it. I politely asked him to stop and he told me to f off and kicked the seat harder. Eventually cabin crew got involved he started shouting about how uncomfortable he was etc. Cabin crew moved me to BC and I had an amazing flight after that. That is exactly the way to handle it......don't get involved personally get the cabin crew involved , they have the ultimate say. In all my thousands of miles of air travel over the years have only ever come across a few really obnoxious individuals and have always asked the cabin crew for help.They have never disappointed ;)
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Latest post on 28 August 2014 - 20:10
I won't even let my 10 year old boil a kettle . why not? Have you raised a 10 year old Izzy ;)......at times I fear for my klutzy 34 yr old and the kettle. Back on point, this whole thing is just so wrong on so many levels. I grew up around firearms and the protocol was so strict with no leeway. Personally I loathe them and to see them used by children in the news is just so sad. <em>edited by Nomad on 28/08/2014</em>
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Latest post on 28 August 2014 - 19:58
Loved the stories Joyce:) We raised two boys in various countries and no matter where there were always bullies.....they find a scab and will continue to pick at it until it bleeds. The best we found was to arm the boys with the best ways to deal with it. Our eldest has always been a big fellow and not many picked on him but his younger brother was a target and it took all our efforts to stop his brother from " sorting things out ".....When he stood up to the bullies himself things got much better, he has a tongue like a razor now ! Redrec you have so hit the nail on the head, it is a learned behaviour children live what they learn, it starts and end with the parents.As you say we have our own on EW...... My granddaughter has a funny gait when she runs as a result of how she lay in the womb in a V ,so had to wear a brace for two years. Her mom and dad have been preparing her for years because other children have noticed it and as children do they ask her directly. They are dreading middle school as this is when it generally starts but hopefully it won't be as bad as we think.
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Latest post on 28 August 2014 - 19:34
Surely your daughter was recommended the flu jab not because it would do anything about her asthma, but to help prevent her catching the flu, which could be potentially more dangerous for her since she's young *and* asthmatic? It was presented to me as something that asthmatics need to have and I was also told by others that their children stopped getting sick so much after they had the shot. Now I just see it as a moneymaking gimmick.... edited by AnonDubai on 28/08/2014 In the UK the flu vaccine is recommended for the elderly............and everyone with underlying health issues. I too never bothered about the flu shot until it started to run its course through our entire family. My one son has severe asthma and he would land up in hospital yearly during flu season. Ever since he and the entire family have the shot there has been a vast improvement in the severity of his attacks when the flu is doing the rounds. Personally since having the shot for the past few years I do not get nearly as ill with the flu as I used to.
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Latest post on 16 August 2014 - 03:25
Hi WG, It sounds like they have mange which is very contagious,so would advise that you don't pick up any strays while there is a risk to your dog. What I had in my car was a large crate, food, water,old towels and would plan to trap the ones who looked in most need of attention. I did this with the help of local animal rescue organizations. I am not in DXB any longer so not too up to date on exactly who the active organizations are but possibly a call to K9, or hopefully someone else will be along to give you updated info. It's great that you want to do something as EVERY little bit helps :)
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Latest post on 12 August 2014 - 03:43
I just loved his skit on the game of golf and my all time favourites The Fisher King & Patch Adams.........thank you for the hours of laughter..... <em>edited by Nomad on 12/08/2014</em>
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Latest post on 12 August 2014 - 03:38
So sad ...... RIP
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Latest post on 08 August 2014 - 03:07
Agree with Lolacat you owe it to your cat to find a solution yourself , it is just so easy to dump her at the municipality and leave it to someone else to put her down :( she has been faithful to you. Do the right thing.
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Latest post on 05 August 2014 - 23:01
It's great that you are trying to do something. As far as spaying goes they should not be done before 6 months but females in the region can become pregnant before then. Some vets will do it at 4 months if it is really necessary ...... ducking for cover.......yours look a good few months old. I would also contact consider The Bin Kitty Collective they are a mine of information with regards street cats and helping them with the best chances to survive out there. Hope it all works out ;)
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Latest post on 17 July 2014 - 23:11
Such a tragedy, I just can't get my head around it. May all the souls on board RIP.
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Latest post on 10 July 2014 - 09:31
So sad really , not having a go at the game but how much more could have been achieved if the funds had been used to improve life for the Brazilian people........
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Latest post on 04 July 2014 - 17:56
It has just got silly......can't be bothered to be honest with all the thumbs either up or down.
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Latest post on 04 July 2014 - 17:53
Well I can't stand hospital food so tonight it's half a leftover freezing cold tuna toastie from yesterday. A cup of lukewarm coffee made with horrible horrible long life milk. A jam filled donut to take the taste of the coffee away. And for my proper desert cos a donut doesn't count I shall dine like a queen whilst feasting on the beauty and wonder of my 16 hour old new grandson Burp!!!!!! That was me. Not him. Congrats DR and family.
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Latest post on 30 June 2014 - 19:27
Great clip Maroosh.....I help out at Grandkids school now and then and honestly could not believe the tight schedule some of these poor mites have.The other day I asked a mom ' when does you child have time to play ' and was met with a blank stare!
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Latest post on 29 June 2014 - 09:17
KLM my No.1 choice and then BA, have flown our zoo all over the place and they have never let us down. Hope it all goes well.
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Latest post on 27 June 2014 - 18:00
I think people become numb to the issues going on around them. In many cases they have just seen too much to react then there are those who just don't care.
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Latest post on 27 June 2014 - 07:49
Please report it Di@DXB, if it turns out to be a false alarm all the better but rather safe than sorry......if this poor child is being abused as Izzy says it is up to society to step up.
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Latest post on 26 June 2014 - 20:56
The fact that the OP is trying to help seems to have been overlooked.Yes maybe she is not up to speed on the protocol, but she cares enough to try and help. Can you imagine if more people stepped out of their bubble to just help one person. As has been pointed out just pitching up at a labour camp is not a good idea and OP has acknowledged that. Believe me I don't need any actor telling me what to do to give back ,I do it because it comes from the heart. I must admit that many of the larger charity organizations worry me in that so much of my donation goes to keep the higher ups in a cushy job and admin costs,what actually reaches the people who need it has shrunk significantly. I feel it is important to do something ,no matter how small,rather than sit back and expect someone else to step up.
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Latest post on 25 June 2014 - 23:07
I would contest it....there is no way I would stop on a highway at midnight unless it was an official police vehicle and they identified themselves properly.
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Latest post on 25 June 2014 - 23:01
13 is too old, at that age they should be able to defend themselves. The age issue aside, the physical ability to defend yourself does not mean you won't fall victim to an attack. A girl I went to school with was raped, in a public place when she was 15. She was a junior karate champion and well equipped to defend herself. She had a knife pressed to her throat and was too scared to move a muscle or call out to any passerbys who would have heard her. It really does s3x attack victims a dis-service to suggest that they should have been able to defend themselves :( Yes I know what you mean, but you have to put a limit somewhere. There are 30-40 years old out there being raped, but they can't go to a wrong gender toilet because of that. I've been sexually assaulted myself and its unfortunately many times potluck. I'm praying that it will not happen to anyone out there again, being realistic I know it does... edited by Silvstet on 25/06/2014 Silvstet I am so sorry you were assaulted and can't even imagine how you have managed to deal with it. As Joyce said I marched in with my boys until they flatly refused to set foot in the ladies around 8 years of age. Yes it was many years back but the dangers still existed. Our solution was I would stand outside the mens and keep on asking ' everything all right in there **** ' and they would answer back. Got some odd looks but what the heck. That said I would never judge a Mom who brings her pre adolescent son into the ladies.....as someone else said I have more of an issue with parents who let their little ones run wild banging on doors peeking under doors etc. <em>edited by Nomad on 25/06/2014</em>
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Latest post on 23 June 2014 - 18:39
One thing you must bear in mind when you decide to intervene and start feeding strays you relieve them of the need to look for food. Before anyone jumps on me........ consider what happens to these street cats when and if you leave DXB who will carry on feeding them? If you tame them with the intention of adopting them, giving them a forever home, that's great,but feeding them and making them dependant on humans is unfair. If you really want to do something constructive ,trap neuter and release and feed them every two or three days. That way they do still try and find there own food source.If you do come across a stray that is injured/blind yes the humane thing to do is take it to a vet. Each and every neuter/spay of street cats helps tremendously in curbing the overpopulation.I recently read according to the LA Animal Shelter that in 7 years one female cat and her offspring can theoretically produce 420 000 cats ! To OP glad you were able to help these babies. <em>edited by Nomad on 23/06/2014</em>
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Latest post on 21 June 2014 - 18:35
Contact either Feline Friends, Bin Kitty Collective, for step by step advice to assist this family. As someone mentioned they will be full to bursting with kittens and moms, as they are groups of volunteers who don't have a premises. They work on a foster care basis where the volunteers take the cats into their homes and then adopt them out. Ask advice on handling the situation and possibly having the mum sterilized once the babies have been weaned, to ensure she doesn't come back in a few months with another litter. <em>edited by Nomad on 21/06/2014</em>
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Latest post on 20 June 2014 - 23:47
I have never been followed in a supermarket. Never been particularly aware of bring stared at. Many moons ago we moved to a region where not many of the locals had seen anyone from the west. Walking in the local town and one fellow could not believe his eyes,literally mouth aghast could not take his eyes off us.....he walked smack bang into a rather large pillar......had to duck into a shop doorway we were laughing so much. I must have developed a thick skin, but have also learnt to disarm them with either a smile or a glare , whichever is appropriate.
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Latest post on 20 June 2014 - 19:02
skyfall.....I came to the Middle East 25+ years ago. I did research about the region before arriving and read that dressing modestly was the safest so as not attract too many stares.Easy solution dress accordingly....I was a guest in the country and respected the norm. The vast majority of labour in the region comes from areas where it is not common for woman to be wearing short dresses,shorts or bikinis.....they have never seen it before , they will stare, sometimes even open mouthed as they are so to say gobsmacked. If you are uncomfortable about the lifeguard staring at you in your bikini, slip on a t shirt before getting into the water and don't give him a reason to stare. Just to add....some of the bikinis I saw around the pool left nothing to the imagination and would have caused a stir in any country with any male lifeguard.......! Eta Openly sleazy intimidating behaviour should be reported but a lifeguard is there to watch you while swimming ,never heard the suggestion that they should read a book.......Sure that would go over well with his boss if heaven forbid someone drowned. <em>edited by Nomad on 20/06/2014</em>
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Latest post on 17 June 2014 - 20:55
sloan, this thread has really got to me......I have two grown sons in their 30's two 6 ft something men who literally pick me up off my feet sometimes when I get a hug.Both phone me or try to pop around every day.....we live 5 and 10 minutes away from each other. They would be out of their minds if I was in a war zone,my heart just breaks for this poor man,he can't even rely on his wife for a bit of comfort and understanding from his partner in life. From one of your earlier postings back in 2012 about Teenagers ( sorry I can't seem to attach the post ) and their behaviour you shared that you had two sons one in his twenties and the other a teen........How would you feel if your future DIL 's treated you the way you are advising your friend to treat hers ? I would think long and hard as this is a learned behaviour. <em>edited by Nomad on 17/06/2014</em>
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Latest post on 17 June 2014 - 17:41
This post OP is going to offend a lot of people who have family stuck in war zones. I still can't believe you are that insensitive. And to add, some of us, including myself, have lost our mothers. I would give up anything to be able to speak to her again. edited by Marroosh on 17/06/2014 Thought of you the other day Maroosh....it was the 2nd anniversary of my moms passing.What I wouldn't give to just have one more chat and a hug.;(
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Latest post on 17 June 2014 - 17:37
I dont even know what to write without sounding rude! I lost my uncle & his pregnant wife in the stupid war in syria! We call MIL twice or 3 times per week & I keep in touch with SIL almost everyday using skype or fb. We do get huge phone bills, but who cares! I bet he didn't see his mum for months if not for years, ask your friend to grow up! The thread title is so offensive btw. I have 1 child, my life is dedicated to my son, if I were in a similar situation & my DIL complains about phone calls I'd be heart broken. Have some empathy! Does she watch the news? Thousands are dying in those wars! edited by wickedangel_78 on 17/06/2014 So very sorry for your loss wickedangel_78. I light a candle every day praying for those caught up in the ever increasing war zones,your family are in my prayers.
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Latest post on 17 June 2014 - 16:18
what would u do if ur husband is calling his mother overseas every other day?is it normal?i find it really not mature .my friend whose husband is from an eastern country does that .I told her she has to tell his to grow up .I don't have an idea about eastern mentality but it seems so childish.he told her that because his mum is living in a country that is enduring war he has to be sure she is well .what the.....??? Are you serious......' His mom is living in a country that is enduring war ' says it all....I know I would be out of my mind with worry and probably be calling twice a day minimum.Sounds like you and your friend should do a bit of 'growing up'. <em>edited by Nomad on 17/06/2014</em>
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Latest post on 16 June 2014 - 20:47
Don't judge the OP. You need to decide if you think your marriage is worth saving or if you and DH are merely going to continue to co-exist. I developed strong feelings for a man I worked with and shortly after DH left to work over here before I joined him many months later. My feelings, mainly borne out of loneliness, grew but I am eternally grateful to this man for not pushing me into anything I would regret. DH and I had grown apart and I wanted different things, outside our marriage. Thankfully, I buried my feelings, both of ending my marriage and taking it further with another man. I came out here to visit a couple of times before I decided to move permanently and thankfully it gave our marriage a new lease of life. I struggled to bury my feelings but eventually I thought less and less of the other man. Your situation may be different but I knew I still had feelings for DH and felt it was worth investing my energy into him. Good luck with whatever you decide but be very sure of your feelings before you jump - either way. I know I couldn't have gone back if I had chosen the other man and then decided it was the wrong choice. How does my question judge the OP ?...... I'm sorry, I didn't meant it to sound so aggressive but I have seen posts on here from seemingly desperate people looking for a bit of advice and so many responders jump to all sorts of conclusions. I read this that the OP hadn't strayed, but had feelings. Two entirely different scenarios. No problem.......;)
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Latest post on 16 June 2014 - 20:45
Looking outside of a marriage doesn't happen in a vaccume there is generally an underlying reason ,you mentioned the drifting apart and wanting different things out of your marriage. You both have to decide the way forward and I know it is easier said than done but as another poster said the other man can't play a role in this decision. You have to be selfish and decide what is best for you, your children and your marriage. <em>edited by Nomad on 16/06/2014</em>
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Latest post on 16 June 2014 - 20:15
Don't judge the OP. You need to decide if you think your marriage is worth saving or if you and DH are merely going to continue to co-exist. I developed strong feelings for a man I worked with and shortly after DH left to work over here before I joined him many months later. My feelings, mainly borne out of loneliness, grew but I am eternally grateful to this man for not pushing me into anything I would regret. DH and I had grown apart and I wanted different things, outside our marriage. Thankfully, I buried my feelings, both of ending my marriage and taking it further with another man. I came out here to visit a couple of times before I decided to move permanently and thankfully it gave our marriage a new lease of life. I struggled to bury my feelings but eventually I thought less and less of the other man. Your situation may be different but I knew I still had feelings for DH and felt it was worth investing my energy into him. Good luck with whatever you decide but be very sure of your feelings before you jump - either way. I know I couldn't have gone back if I had chosen the other man and then decided it was the wrong choice. How does my question judge the OP ?......
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Latest post on 16 June 2014 - 20:13
Maybe it is time to sit down with your husband and decide where your marriage is going,do you both want to re connect or go your separate ways. The fact that there are children involved makes things very different and they should be your first consideration in any route you take( that is if they are still of an age ). Have you considered counselling ?
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Latest post on 16 June 2014 - 19:46
The first question that springs to mind is...... why did you stray on the first place ?
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Latest post on 14 June 2014 - 17:01
I find all these comments so terrifying. It seems more of a master - bonded slave relationship than a parent - child relationship. We shouldn't forget that the first step towards correcting a behaviour starts with warning; whereas thrashing comes later if it's a repetitive action. Rest, God help you all! No one has suggested 'thrashing' , the general consensus is teaching the teen that there are consequences for their actions. It is your duty as a parent to keep your child from harm....sneaking out at night is VERY dangerous , especially in a foreign country where laws are very different and the consequences can be dire for the entire family. I always made it clear to my boys I am not your buddy,I am your mother and as such have the responsibility of raising you , guiding you and preparing you to one day spread your wings to become a contributing member of society.
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Latest post on 14 June 2014 - 03:04
I used to actively encourage them.....they eat all the mosquitoes and other bugs that get into the house. They are harmless and really very shy ......
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Latest post on 12 June 2014 - 21:08
I love how I got a down thumb for that !! lol I have given up trying to understand some of the thumbs down, now I just ignore them...if you don't agree with something then either ignore or give a reason. I still think it has more to do with not liking the poster.....no matter what they have to say. Wait for the thumbs down.......... <em>edited by Nomad on 13/06/2014</em>
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Latest post on 12 June 2014 - 17:55
Tattie what great descriptions. Tattie very organized , the go to girl. SueB the most amazing cat lady , spare room always occupied with moggie mums and babies. Agree Lolacat has this amazing library ,says it like it is ,very organized. Izzy,when not on the seat, standing at the starting blocks on a Thursday. JoyceB herding her guides ! and looking after everyone. Livelytrish surrounded by books daily news papers, cats, and yes a goat. TDB small petite well dressed with high heels. Daza the ultimate mom who doesn't sweat the small stuff. DesertRose1958 Runs the house where everyone gathers, gives big hugs and not shy to set you straight..... <em>edited by Nomad on 13/06/2014</em>
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Latest post on 12 June 2014 - 17:39
Well... the seat I have you sat on is the toilet Mine too..... but she did have some sort of crown......;) edited by Nomad on 12/06/2014 <em>edited by Nomad on 12/06/2014</em>
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Latest post on 12 June 2014 - 17:36
RamC I can really relate to how you are feeling. From a very young age I have been affected by any any form of abuse,abandonment ,the darker side of human nature. I felt a personal responsibility to try and make it right , even if it meant at the expense of my own well being. Through my work with animals I met the most amazing woman who even in the most dire situations was able to hold it together. She would almost zone out get the job done and and then carry on as before. One day I asked her to tell me how she did it, her answer ' I save one dog at a time , we can't save them all but we can make a start with just one and then the next ..........' As some have said do something to help, volunteer in the field that suits you best, you will feel so good about helping instead of trying to avoid what is happening, it is not going to go away. As JoyceB has shared there is no greater feeling than knowing that you have helped in some way to make life easier for someone. To add I know that since I hit menopause my sensitive button has been working in overdrive but I do pull myself back in line with a good ol ' chat to self ' .... Perhaps a visit to your doctor to check for depression and hormones would also help.
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Latest post on 10 June 2014 - 19:10
Thanks Joyce.....doing really well as long as I don't laugh and twist my body....:)
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Latest post on 10 June 2014 - 18:09
A man was waiting for an interview in a posh restuarant and decided to use the gents, only to find it out of order. A member of staff said that he could use the ladies but not to touch the buttons on the wall panel. In he went and he sat down. Curiosity got the better of him and he pressed a blue button. A spray of warm water flowed over his behind. Next. he pressed a white button and a jet of hot air dried him. A pretty pink button released a powder puff with talcum powder which tickled. He looked at the final red button for a bit before pressing. Next thing he knew, he was waking up in a hospital bed with a nurse looking down at him. "What happened?" he croaked! The nurse said "you were told not to touch the buttons in that toilet. The red one was an automatic tampon remover, your p***s is under your pillow"! :D Sitting in bed trying to laugh and holding my stitches at the same time ( back surgery ).
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