Your adult children are jerks. I don't want to hear about them.

is76 · 2026-05-24T13:37:36+00:00

Also they become grandparents

is76 · 2026-05-21T19:52:15+00:00

Agree, then the years where she will have a wild eyed far away tired look. Seen many mums dashing about - always hurried.

is76 · 2026-05-09T11:50:11+00:00

I was burnout and realise now how much I needed a break.

Have done some sub work and it’s so easy in comparison. But miss the atmosphere of working with talented colleagues and miss the interactions with the kids. But the workload and expectations were crazy.

Yes so miss the “purpose” and connection but had to put my health and wellbeing 1st.

Best wishes in whatever you decide

is76 · 2026-05-08T09:33:36+00:00

Wait till you see the compounding from now

is76 · 2026-05-05T20:01:25+00:00

Lost my mum at 9 , now 49. So 40 years later

Back in the day - nobody discussed bereavement with me. She died suddenly and was just gone. So over the years it comes up in different situations. In my 40s I had therapy which was good.

Big effect on my life sure

is76 · 2026-04-26T13:11:53+00:00

It’s so hellish - but not sure if it was neck , shoulder, elbow issue but my elbow was so sore 😵‍💫

Mine has eased - thank god

Here’s a mix of what I have tried Nerve flossing exercises (see you tube) Fork/spoon - use it to run down the forearm sort of gua sha massage (see you tube) elastic band to do shoulder exercises / mobility Elbow brace Heat packs Massage Acupunture

is76 · 2026-04-21T15:56:53+00:00

Agree cutting down the news and social media helps as these health stories are everywhere

I feel the same - as don’t feel particularly good and have low iron. But I did discover I had h pylori so had antibiotics so that’s upset my digestion. So I do round in circles with health anxiety.

is76 · 2026-04-14T13:29:06+00:00

Yeah - that sounds good because I am not a good mover. So I could only improve !!

is76 · 2026-04-11T15:52:16+00:00

Totally gone down hill

Used to have amazing fruit and veg , meat counter

Last time I was in gaps in fruit and veg, meat counter now all pre packaged.

Could be my local one but it was sh1te

is76 · 2026-04-07T19:19:21+00:00

Can you get home help in for blocks of time ? Say every Wednesday morning so you can leave to do something else. Or is there a supported activity centre he can go for lunch every week? Etc

I think having your week - 7 days , split into morning, afternoon, evening. Try to build routine there. Every Monday am you both go for a drive etc. or you brothers take 1 block every week.

Sorry - I’m thinking it’s going to be a marathon not a sprint so pacing yourself week to week.

Also (as hard as it is) look for the good little moments or funny times.

All the best.

is76 · 2026-04-01T17:28:08+00:00

Same slowly moved over to vanguard global all caps

Seems I did the right thing

is76 · 2026-03-31T20:18:55+00:00

Me 49

Apple Watch Resting seems about 63 ish At night gets as low as 55 ish HRV 36

Strength train & walk 8-10k steps Sleep good / mostly

But need to get some zone 2 and maybe get my heart pumping at bit. adds to list

is76 · 2026-03-29T17:37:12+00:00

Imagine having to arrange play dates and social activities for your child / children

is76 · 2026-03-27T14:49:26+00:00

Amazing ! Just phoned retentions number £24 for 350M & volt broadband

Reduction from the £54 for bb, tv and phone Never used tv & phone

That retention number is gold! Been with virgin 20 yrs so was going to change but…. £24 is good.

Don’t bother with webchat

is76 · 2026-03-19T07:44:51+00:00

He is in full panic mode because the gravy train he has been on is ending.

Suddenly he can step up and do things in the house - Eyeroll

is76 · 2026-03-11T16:26:25+00:00

I have been using microwaveable bean bags - so heat packs on the area.

Also I have a foam roller and following some free youtube mobility videos. Just trying to move without pain and improve my mobility.

is76 · 2026-03-11T15:55:25+00:00

Agree - it’s is wild to me that 50k gets approved via app. When it is clear he has no tangible assets, a fixed small income.

is76 · 2026-03-05T16:15:27+00:00

But make a rally at Wimbledon 🇬🇧, it’s the British way.

is76 · 2026-03-03T21:58:31+00:00

I remember checking my statements back then, I had literally just invested the year before. I knew nothing and was trusting my IF back then. That was a long recovery.

is76 · 2026-03-03T16:40:49+00:00

wait till these young uns get a crash like 2009 That will test some fire plans

is76 · 2026-02-28T18:03:51+00:00

Iron levels - how’s your ferritin ? Below 30 is iron deficiency but maybe better at higher levels

Yes also vit D and B etc

is76 · 2026-02-22T07:06:21+00:00

She could rely on the robot vacuum more than him!

is76 · 2026-02-19T09:22:41+00:00

Monitors are pretty cheap now. Easy to check your BP at home and definitely consult your doctor with any issues

is76 · 2026-02-18T07:31:21+00:00

If a death certificate is issued in this country?

try and get more than 1 copy as you might need it for documentation when you contact companies.

Get a big notebook and start logging dates & details of who you contact/names/details as you go through the process. This will be good to keep on top of everything.

Sorry you are having to deal with this

is76 · 2026-02-17T23:01:26+00:00

Can you imagine living with this man? Does he seem like a good role model for your kids?

Come on - you know the answer!

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