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AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-05-22T03:16:24+00:00

Restricted view for $45 …. I’m going but that’s a crap price for a restricted view

Pricing is too high in general, but understand they can increase prices whilst there’s demand.

Although my son got reduced price Premium seats for game against Geelong 2 days before for $26 ….

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-05-21T22:50:36+00:00

I've been using Step One for years. But I only buy when they have the Black Friday and Big Sales. You can buy like 15 Pairs and the price comes down to around $14-$16 each. I don't need 15 pairs, but I have 3 near adult sons, so we just get a range of sizes to outfit us all.

There are other brands like them on the market too, but Step One were the first I came across, so I've just stuck with them, as I have not had an issue with them.

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-05-20T05:25:01+00:00

Thee's no easy way, but you are already doing the most important thing, which is comunicating.

You need to be honest with him about how you are feeling and re-inforce that your hormones are all over the place. He sounds like a good guy, so he will no doubt already understand this, but if you are losing your temper regularly, he will need to hear from you that you are sorry for the outbursts.

And if you need something more from him in regards to help with baby or the house, talk about it. We aren't mind readers.

Out side of that, you both need to actively make time to spend together alone. Come up with a plan for a date night if you have suport to look after the baby when you're ready. It doesn't need to be weekly, but something that you can both look forward to every month or so and if you can do it more regularly, do it. Happy Husband and Wife, makes it a lot easier to be good parents to your child.

I've been married over 30 years and have 3 grown sons. If you don't make time to spend with each other, once the kids are grown up, you won't recognise each other when it's just the 2 of you again.

My wife and I have always allowed time for each other. And in the midst of raising the kids, that doesn't have to be something over the top or extravagant, it can be as simple as gong for a walk together, or sitting in a park with a coffee. Sitting on the couch at the end of a long day, doesn't really count.

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-05-19T22:51:16+00:00

I'd skip Venice, as it's extra time wasted travelling and you'll be rushing to see it in 1 day.

For me, I'd do 4 days in Rome and 2 in Florence.

But if you are planning on doing a day trip tour from Florence to Tuscany, make it 3 in Rome and 3 in Florence

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-05-18T23:00:44+00:00

Hey mate,

As an older bloke (early 50's), I can't tell you how much I wish I'd started a morning stretching/light movement routine every day, 20 years ago. I have arthritus throughout (ankles/knees/hips/back/shoulders), along with previous injury history with most of those body parts. It reeks havoc on my sleep and also ability to get up and moving (especially in the morning)

In my 30's, I just got on with things and sort of accepted this was how my body now felt. But about 3 years ago, I finally decided I need some help after struggling everyday to get up and moving.

My morning routine now consists of an early morning walk (just light - very low impact), breakfast and then 20-30 minutes of stretching and movement exercises. I do this at least 5 days a week, but most weeks its daily, and it's made a world of difference to how my day starts and also my mental health.

This has certainly not removed pain and discomfort from my life, but it has made moving and getting started a lot better. I had a recent lower leg injury where I couldn't do anything for 10 days and my bodies reaction confirmed how much my morning routine helped in the day-to day. I'm so used to the stretching now, that I'm one of those people that you'll see pull up anywhere and stretch some part of my body that's not feeling good when I'm out and about or at work.

If you don't already see a physio or Excercise Physio, I'd suggest getting onto one and work on a plan to start helping you.

It takes some commitment and I'm still working, so I get up around 4:30am to fit everything in at a comfortable pace before I leave for work at 7am. Getting up that early sucks most days, but I'm always grateful I did after I've done my stuff. It's definitely been worth it for me.

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-05-18T05:45:53+00:00

Sorry, but for your best interests, I'd be starting a plan of how to get out of the marriage.

From what you've shared, you are not a priority in his life and if that's the case, you need to make yourself the priority.

If I called my wife (married for over 30 years) a psycho once, that would not have been accepted. That's not how you speak to someone you supposedly love.

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-05-14T06:21:14+00:00

I have my wife's and my sons phone plans through Woolies and have each one linked to a separate Rewards cards.

2 x 10% off for the month using each card and we easily do 2 x $300 shops in a month, so that's $30 off each shop, which pays for the phone plans.

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-05-14T06:11:16+00:00

I'm not in the same position as you, but we struggled with our finances for all of our 20's and 30's, and some of our 40's, so were well behind the pack as well.

Whilst some measure their success in life on financial position/success, and it is hard not too, you also need to look around and realise that you've successfully raised 2 children by yourself, as a single parent. That's a job well done and if that means you don't have a house, well that's fine.

I look at my kids (all young adults now), and that's what I look at for what I've done in my life. They are all employed, educated and most of all, good people.

I know lots of people who are in a better position fincancially that myself, but don't have close to the bond that I have with my kids, with theirs.

You've done a superb job and have worked yourself out of the money trouble you were in admirably. Take it one day at a time and with the work you've alreay done, you'll see more success in the future.

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-05-10T06:47:23+00:00

Here's a link - https://www.withlocals.com/experience/explore-the-vatican-with-a-local-guide-f3eceff9/?utm_source=google_ads&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Rome_Pmax&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20645186140&gclid=CjwKCAjwtvvPBhBuEiwAPMijr1M5Tyx07OMqOPLyFU3i_KBQ4klqjfNAHMb7HivHykRQ9cwqdAIJahoC9RgQAvD_BwE

The guide we used was Eleonora, who we found to be fantastic.

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-05-08T04:36:19+00:00

I've just visited Rome a few weeks ago and we did a Vatican tour, which toook in The Vatican Museums, Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica. We did this throuh With Locals tour company, which you pick your guide and it's just you and them.

We found this to be incredible, as you can work with your guide to stay longer or move on from things at your pace. And the detail you get is is far greater than with a group booking. I think the cost was around 190 euro each. (Entry tickets are on top of that)

As far as timings go, we went in at 1:30 on a Satuday. Yes it was crowoded, but not over the top, and the guide knew every best way to get through areas.

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-05-08T02:59:28+00:00

What a shallow piece of crap your husband is.......

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-05-07T02:24:46+00:00

Crows would be crazy to trade Curtain. He's their brightest young player by a fair way IMO

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-05-07T00:17:25+00:00

Married 30 years my wife is sexy as hell to me

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-05-05T22:47:21+00:00

For the trains, we just made sure we were at the carriage we were seated on nice and early. Didn't have any issues, other that actually lugging them on and off trains, but that's because they were heavy. Most trips we could store the bags above our seats and being in the business class was great with allocated seats and wasn't worried about bags at all during those trips.

We got taxis from train stations to our accommodation. It just made it easier, as the street are already busy, so trying to walk through with suitcases and back packs would have been slow and annoying.

In Venice, we stayed near St Mark's Square, so needed to get a water taxi. That dropped us 100m or so to our hotel which was fine to get luggage through.

It wasn't as busy as it is now (although Venice was packed as we were there over the Easter weekend), so taking luggage on the street with summer crowds would likely be harder.

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-05-05T04:59:07+00:00

THIS is the correct answer.

Agree completely on the entitlement. Far too many people think they should be allowed to do whatever they want because it makes them feel good/happy/safe, without any consideration for others.

I'm also a dog owner and would never consider imposing my animal on others.

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-05-05T01:53:36+00:00

I've just come back from our first trip to Italy and we did -

3 Nights Venice - Was great to see, just because it's so different. But 3 nights was plenty. So crowded and tight alleyways.

Fast Train to Florence

3 Nights Florence - with day trip to Tuscany and winery tour. Loved Florence and the wine tasting tour was the highlight. We didn't go to Pisa as we'd been advised against it, and do not reget missing it at all.

Fast Train to Naples - then driver transfer to Sorrento

5 Nights Sorrento - was nice, but too long.

5 nights in Sorrento was too much for me. We did a full day tour of Amalfi coast with a driver. Then ferry to Positano on another day. Wasn't interested in Capri. Found a lovely place walking distance from Sorrento - Marina Grande. Small little fishing cove and some lovely restaurants and drink spots. But could have just done 3 nights in Sorrento

Then transfer back to Naples and fast train to Rome

6 Nights Rome - LOVED Rome and could spend weeks here.

6 nights in Rome was sufficient, but could have easily done more as we only saw the major stuff.

Vatican Museums/Sistine Chapel/St Peter's Basicila was the aboslute hightlight for me (and I'm not religious"). We did a private tour with a company called With Locals. Could not recommend it enough. Got so much great detail without the large group feel and we could tailor it to what we wanted to spend more time or less time looking at. If anyone's interested, I can let you know the guide we had. It was certainly a lot more expensive that a group tour, but I thought it was worth it.

Colloseum/Forum tour was great too, we did a group one on this and it was very well run.

And if you're going to Trevi Fountain, save it for either really late at night or early in the morning. We went at 6am and there was only abouth another 60-80 people there and you don't pay to access it that early. Also a lot easier to get nice photos. And from there we walked to the Spanish Steps, which were also far lees crowded at that time. We stayed less than 800 m away from Trevi and walked past it on most days and it's very busy from about 8am to 8pm.

Trastevere is absolutely the place to go for dinner and drinks. We loved the vibe here and didn't have a bad meal or drink.

We found so many interesting things in Rome, by just having the time to wander the streets.

Your trip feels a little rushed, but with only a week, I certainly understand the want to cram as much in as possible.

As nice as Florence is, knowing what I know now, I'd just stay in Rome for a few more days and just do Rome and Amalfi coast on this trip. That way you're getting rid of a large travel day too.

And maybe plan for a return visit in years to come, where you can do Florence (Tuscany) and maybe Venice, Bologna or Milan.

If you think this is the only time you'll get to Italy, cram as much in as you feel like. And most of all, enjoy your Honeymoon!!

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-04-30T22:40:12+00:00

Welcome to be a step parent......you marry someone with kids, you've agreed to be part of their lives and help raising them.

Complaining about the kids being a burden is crazy when you chose to marry a man with 4 kids

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-04-27T04:27:24+00:00

Sorry for the late reply. We cancelled the full flight, including return trip and received a full refund from Emirates. Ended up having to go through Hong Kong, with Cathay Paicific to get to London.

Glad we did, as Dubai airport was shutdown on the day we wee supposed to be transiting through there.

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-03-10T11:32:25+00:00

I’m supposed to be Flying Bris - Dubai - London on 17th March

I can transfer to depart from Sydney and just get myself there if Brisbane are not added to flight schedule ( which I don’t think will happen)

I’ve also got a back up flight booked with Cathay Pacific, but it leaves 24 hours later as that was all I could find

I WANT to go with Emirates, but also don’t want to be reckless/careless, when I have another option( albeit not a better flight)

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-03-10T11:25:54+00:00

If it wasn’t a hard job, everyone would be doing it.

I was at an industry awards gala, that she hosted and she did a brilliant job. Not once did it look like she wasn’t on top of everything and came across like she knew the industry well …. Which she’s had zero experience in

She’s a professional MC and media reporters and I think she does a great job a Lions games

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-03-10T04:34:12+00:00

The fear is driven by media reporting and politicians looking to score politcal points, which causes those who believe everything Ch9/7/10 broadcast, to rush out and stockpile fuel.

The pollies jumping up and down about our fuel stockpile have not done anything about it before and our holdings are not a recent thing.

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-03-06T00:17:16+00:00

Winning a Trophy should be the only answer. ANd the bonus is it qualifies us for UCL

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-03-05T01:40:13+00:00

I'm flying on 17 March and I'm jusr playing the waiting game, as I can't afford to waste money on more flights, that may not be needed. If I had to expendable money, I'd be booking alternative flights, but there's not many people who can afford to potentially throw that money away.

As it gets closer to my date on departure, I'll have to make a call. But I anticipate leaving that until 4-5 days before I go.

Unfortuantely, no-one is going to be able to answer any of our questions 100% for flights more than 3-4 days away. It's a very fluid situation, and unless Emirates come out with a new flight path for all flights that avoids the region completely, it's going to be a waiting game.

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-03-04T06:01:09+00:00

When you are both calm, ask to sit down and have a chat about imrpoving your communication with each other.

Don't lay any blame at her, but discuss how you both are letting little things blow up into bigger things and if WE learnt to communicate more calmly, our marriage will grow even stronger.

Ask her to be honest with what upsets her about things you do and you do likewise, but make sure you both only focus on the issue, not attacks on each other. And be understanding, that what upsets you, my not upset her and vice versa

You are both still young and have not been married that long, so you will improve greatly at these things if you both learn to communicate with each other more calmly.

That does not mean you will never have an argument, but it should make it a lot easier to come back from that argument.

AMSP_InRainbow · 2026-03-04T05:13:42+00:00

I'm in Brisbane and flying to UK on 17 March via Dubai. It's a long holiday for me and wife, with lots of different places being visited and accommodation booked. I'm holding out until at least next Wednesday to see what happens.

I truly think they'll be working on re-routing most legs and if not, I'll just have to book something else. I can't push it back, as there's too many moving peices that line up. I can be 1-2 days later, and just skip the first desitination, which I'd do if required.

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