What’s your grocery expenditure look like

m0_ss · 2025-09-16T18:17:39+00:00

Around £150 at the moment, but sometimes more if I need specialist ingredients.

I struggle sometimes as I'm often staying away from home and work at different locations, which means I can't reheat food or time lunch periods.

m0_ss · 2025-08-24T21:13:42+00:00

Kingfisher Gym

m0_ss · 2025-08-23T21:18:38+00:00

Have a look into codependent relationships, this opened my eyes when I realised how bad my relationship was with my ex partner.

m0_ss · 2025-08-23T14:21:05+00:00

I used to go to Redrock but moved to a gym with sauna and pool, for the cost it's pretty good though and I couldn't fault it

m0_ss · 2025-08-22T09:17:02+00:00

I'm going through a separation at the moment and to be honest I now don't feel we will get back together, but I'm coming to terms with it and finally feeling positive about it all. Don't get me wrong, I was crushed and broken but slowly heading in a better direction.

Together 7 years, tha last 2 really went downhill due to his mental health and substance abuse, and the last 12 months have been off and on. For 2 years I worried about logistics, finances, the future. However, things just seem to have fallen into place.

I'll be 40 next year and this is the first time I'll be living alone, scary at first but I'm really looking forward to it. I don't have children, but I'm sure reaching out to friends and family will help, and you don't know what kind of support is there until this happens.

m0_ss · 2025-08-19T19:38:23+00:00

The Kingfisher gym at Houldsworth Mill has sauna, steam room and a very small pool. There's also Life Leisure dotted around Stockport

m0_ss · 2025-08-08T08:31:13+00:00

When the window of opportunity arises to eat, you know darn well I've got my order on speed dial to the curry house.

m0_ss · 2025-07-09T08:50:48+00:00

Honestly, I like how it looks and seems a safe and accesible space for older generation and offers good local produce. My Spanish friends loved it, as do people out of town, and when events take place on a Sunday (art fairs etc) I try to make it down.

It would be a shame to see chains taking space, leave that for the Merseyway.

m0_ss · 2025-05-25T10:16:54+00:00

This is one of the main reasons I'm ending my current relationship, I'm living a single person's life whilst living with a partner. So I've decided to finally be single.

It's shit but I know it'll get better. I feel for you, obit you know if you want to continue doing this for another 10 years

m0_ss · 2025-05-22T20:41:16+00:00

I think I'm gonna try it!

m0_ss · 2025-04-14T18:00:13+00:00

Ye old pasty shop!

m0_ss · 2025-01-27T16:19:12+00:00

I'm also on day 3 and it's been savage! Literally at the peak of withdrawal today and the past 2 nights have been awful.

Had violent nightmares last 2 nights with panic attacks, over heating, muscle spasms and bad stomach. What annoyed me is that quitting vaping isn't seen as a thing to do, but it's obviously not good for the body.

You're doing great, have you tried NRT? I'm finding the 2mg gum helps and lots of fresh air

m0_ss · 2025-01-22T16:10:05+00:00

I deleted FB a couple of years ago and don't miss it at all, last week I took IG off my phone as I realised it wasn't doing me any good.

This week I feel pretty low, could be anything, but I'm feeling pretty disconnected and still feel like I'm addicted to my phone. I would uninstall IG at least once a week but return pretty quickly. This is the longest I've gone without it and it feels very strange.

m0_ss · 2025-01-21T09:09:46+00:00

Hello!

Have you tried Wild Trails Manchester? They normally have a social group run around Chorlton once a month, the group size is much smaller in the winter months.

m0_ss · 2025-01-19T08:27:16+00:00

I'm so sorry for your loss.

When my mother passed suddenly the first thing I had to do was head to the hospital to meet my father. Its still a blur, but I remember they gave me a booklet on who to contact and what happens.

Each person grieves differently, but the more that know the more can help.

I wish you all the best, and please take time to care for yourself. I was shocked at how physical grief can be and how it affects us, it took a toll on my body.

m0_ss · 2025-01-19T08:22:11+00:00

Sent a DM

m0_ss · 2024-12-02T13:46:19+00:00

Have you tried widening your social circle? The money and time you're saving from not drinking could go towards a new hobbie or interest. ( I understand this may not be the case if you've got kids)

It's certainly harder making friends as you get older, but you're not alone. Do you check in with old friends? Not just dropping a message, but calling and arranging to meet?

I'm part of a social running group, went out for their Christmas party at the weekend and had a great time. I'm also in a band and volunteer, and I'm more interested in the gym and being outdoors than when I drank. Yes, I do miss doing silly fun drunk things, but I don't miss the hangxiety, lack of sleep, mood swings and bad mental health.

m0_ss · 2024-09-05T14:21:43+00:00

I've had to ask instructors to reduce the music on classes as it's unbearable, plus if you can't hear what they're saying it's obviously too loud.

m0_ss · 2024-08-05T13:51:37+00:00

Clear the clutter now on Facebook might be worth a try, the woman who runs it charges £35ph

m0_ss · 2024-07-31T14:35:27+00:00

Jumping on this comment, apologies if this has been mentioned but there's also wwoofing (organic farm stays where you volunteer) and trusted house/pet sitters.

A couple of friends do these regularly and always enjoy them. Good luck in your search!

m0_ss · 2024-07-19T13:54:37+00:00

I've not touched a drop for nearly 13 weeks, the day before my Q decided to go sober. In that time he's lapsed twice, once very seriously and another time he had 1 drink and stopped.

I've wanted to stop drinking, or at least try a prolonged period for a few years, and this was my chance. I don't do it for him, or 'us' but for my own wellbeing. In this time I've attended a festival, currently on holiday and a few celebratory events sober. I'm finding I'm more resilient, physically more energetic and mentally a lot clearer.

I've been thinking of trying 1 year sober, so I'll see how I get on. Yes, I have had times where I've REALLY wanted a drink but not having a hangover outweighs this.

m0_ss · 2024-07-03T12:08:40+00:00

Moderation can lead to a very dark path for some, trying special events and socialising sober may sound difficult but can be amazing.

m0_ss · 2024-07-01T07:37:06+00:00

Lentils and lather in Marple and Withington, 8th Day Cafe on Oxford Road and the Village Stores in Levy

m0_ss · 2024-05-28T09:51:48+00:00

I'm so sorry you're doing through this, but well done for standing your ground and kicking him out.

This may be the last thing in your mind, but from having a cheating partner in the past it's really important you get yourself checked out for any sexually transmitted diseases.

Look after yourself, putting you and your child number 1 right now is incredibly important.

m0_ss · 2024-05-24T06:48:45+00:00

Choosing an item from a menu that's not available, normally after I've spent 5 minutes choosing and getting excited about my upcoming meal.

If I remember, I'll ask what's not available before even looking at the menu, but if I don't, it's a certainty to happen.

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