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elliehen - 2013-05-11 09:50:00

EA, friends - even virtual ones are here - and we have all been there so offload anytime you want to (HUGS)

and yes another will come along, sooner than you think :)

earthangel4 wrote:

Hello All,
I have not felt like posting of late,just been really down.
I had a fall last night,my knee has been giving out on me,not sure what is happening there.
It is becoming cold here, but I guess that is winter and have to put up with it.
I really would like to retire from my job, It is getting too heavy, but the timing is not right yet.
Had a big disappointment last week, we signed up for a house ,but was turned down, there is another around the corner, atm hubby won't do anything, he has been so hurt.
It will all turn out, in its on timing, just have to believe.
I am sorry I am so down, have been staying away because of it.
Another day just beginning, so all will be good.
Have a wonderful day all, and Motorbo thank you for asking about me, I was told I was needed in here lol.

motorbo - 2013-05-11 15:29:00

Thanks guys.

earthangel4 - 2013-05-11 17:10:00

Happy Mothers day to all those lovely mums out there.
It is going to be a beautiful day, I have work this afternoon but its all good.
Have a wonderful day xoxoxo

earthangel4 - 2013-05-12 08:35:00

Happy Mothers Day all.
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elliehen - 2013-05-12 12:28:00

Yes the sun is shining here, and a beautiful day at that.
Work is calling me soon.

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cookessentials - 2013-05-12 19:37:00

cookessentials wrote:

What an amazingly beautiful day it has been.

Hasnit it been beautiful. Got to love Autumn. I have had a fabulous Mothers Day, I am what John Kirwan would say an active relaxer. Had brekkie made for me then went on to wet and forget all our paths, made chilli con carne. For a dinner for 8 on Wednesday, 2 cottage pies, 1 for the freezer and 1 for tommorrow night. Pita pizzas for everyones lunch and delicious. Roast chicken for a family dinner. Busy day alright .-

toadfish - 2013-05-12 20:16:00

I had the best mothers day ever.
I got a lovely brunch of flowers from my loving kids, they went halfs,bless them, I also got texts from them.
My dp cooked a lovely meal and bought it into work to have with me.
I am so blessed xoxoxo

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elliehen - 2013-05-23 14:08:00

beautiful day here too, It gets very cold at night and early morning then it heats up during the day...best season of the year autumn

motorbo - 2013-05-23 17:42:00

Hi Everyone.. hope all is well for you all, and with the flooding that's occurred.. keep safe.. and take care..

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elliehen - 2013-06-19 14:10:00

hello all hope you are well and keeping warm ive heard its been some very snowy cold weather in nz at the mo

motorbo - 2013-06-29 19:01:00

Hello all,
Yes it is very cold here,but beautiful days.
I have been off work since beginning of June,tore cartilage in knee.
I twisted my knee when lifting clothes basket outside.
I can not go back to work in my old job,as it is too heavy,and my knee is locking up badly.
I have an appointment on Friday to see surgeon.
All will be well,as I have gained another small part time job in the mornings,but not for another 2 weeks or so.
Hope you are all well,and enjoying life.

earthangel4 - 2013-06-29 20:22:00

How lovely to see this back, have been wondering where you all are and whats been happening
Very cold here this morning, but promises to be a lovely day - lets hope so
Love to all

rema - 2013-06-30 08:26:00

Good Morning,
Raining here,have a lovely fire going.

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elliehen - 2013-06-30 11:00:00

That is wonderful news

rema - 2013-06-30 13:43:00

I haven't been on here even lurking for several weeks now and it is great to see everyone still supporting one another and having a virtual 'chat over the fence' as it would be. I am going through a very recent, unexpected separation from my husband and the grief had gotten the better of me. It's still raw but even though I was never a big time contributor here I felt like part of a circle of friends. Not really sure what else to say, but take care of yourselves and keep enjoying the circle.

evorotorua - 2013-06-30 17:46:00

evorotorua wrote:

I haven't been on here even lurking for several weeks now and it is great to see everyone still supporting one another and having a virtual 'chat over the fence' as it would be. I am going through a very recent, unexpected separation from my husband and the grief had gotten the better of me. It's still raw but even though I was never a big time contributor here I felt like part of a circle of friends. Not really sure what else to say, but take care of yourselves and keep enjoying the circle.

I have been where you are now, time does heal.
It took me 18 months to come right, you will have good days and bad days, soon there will be more good days then bad days.
Thinking of you xx

earthangel4 - 2013-06-30 18:22:00

you are correct there, its much better, but I still like to see this thread going on ....

elliehen wrote:

Sunny in Nelson but verrrrrrrry cold in the shade and the frost is hanging about.

rema, this "safe house" thread is not as important as it once was, because Recipes is a happy place all over and you can chat comfortably in any thread ;-)

motorbo - 2013-06-30 22:58:00

evorotorua wrote:

I haven't been on here even lurking for several weeks now and it is great to see everyone still supporting one another and having a virtual 'chat over the fence' as it would be. I am going through a very recent, unexpected separation from my husband and the grief had gotten the better of me. It's still raw but even though I was never a big time contributor here I felt like part of a circle of friends. Not really sure what else to say, but take care of yourselves and keep enjoying the circle.

Big hugs Erica.
I stopped contributing so much when we had that rash of nastiness - made me feel quite exposed to know "bizarre and nasty" people were lurking and reading my every word. Guess I need to toughen up and not let them bother me.
I always lurk but rarely post here anymore.... will try better from now on. :)

toadfish - 2013-07-01 07:38:00

Love my new home of 14 months - so cosy in winter. We have a wood burner downstairs with a flue running through upstairs where we sleep so we are toasty warm and the house isn't huge so heats nicely.

toadfish - 2013-07-01 07:40:00

motorbo wrote:

you are correct there, its much better, but I still like to see this thread going on ....+1

+1

earthangel4 - 2013-07-01 07:58:00

toadfish wrote:

Big hugs Erica.
I stopped contributing so much when we had that rash of nastiness - made me feel quite exposed to know "bizarre and nasty" people were lurking and reading my every word. Guess I need to toughen up and not let them bother me.
I always lurk but rarely post here anymore.... will try better from now on. :)

Same here, good to see you hun ,have missed you, love your recipes xx

earthangel4 - 2013-07-01 07:59:00

toadfish wrote:

Love my new home of 14 months - so cosy in winter. We have a wood burner downstairs with a flue running through upstairs where we sleep so we are toasty warm and the house isn't huge so heats nicely.

Glad you like your new home,have been thinking of you.

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cookessentials - 2013-07-01 11:35:00

cookessentials wrote:

Brilliant. I bet you would not want to go back to town now? LOL Our move back rural gets closer every day so watch this space.

lol it's quite funny, when I go into town where we used to live even though its only 10 mins from where we are now I feel sorry for everyone who lives so close to each other - this just feels so right. The chickens are a delight. We are getting 4 eggs a day and they love there cuddles and run after me wherever I go. Life is good :)

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toadfish - 2013-07-01 18:30:00

sounds fabulous!!! when I think about retirement I think of peace and sunshine and chickens and land and a vege patch.

toadfish wrote:

lol it's quite funny, when I go into town where we used to live even though its only 10 mins from where we are now I feel sorry for everyone who lives so close to each other - this just feels so right. The chickens are a delight. We are getting 4 eggs a day and they love there cuddles and run after me wherever I go. Life is good :)

motorbo - 2013-07-01 19:32:00

motorbo wrote:

sounds fabulous!!! when I think about retirement I think of peace and sunshine and chickens and land and a vege patch.

they will have to carry us out in a box lol. I want a veggie patch but can't until hubby fences it off. Chickens eat everything and anything lol. You should see what's left of my dizzy lizzies in the pots by my front door. But I love my girls.

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cookessentials - 2013-07-02 11:52:00

Hi everyone,

I feel like I've just bumped into a group of friends I haven't seen in a long while and now have a big smile on my face & warm fuzzies inside.

Sorry to read your news Erica - I hope things become easier with time.

I've been facing some on-going health challenges recently & have now been diagnosed with IBD (inflammatory bowel disease) so making some big changes in my life food-wise.
I'll be seeing a naturopath soon as I'm not at all keen on all the pills I've been prescribed!
In the mean time I've given up gluten, caffeine, alcohol & all 'manufactured' foods while my system sorts itself out. Looking forward to seeing some weightloss out of this lol.
Otherwise all good here in sunny Nelson. Very quiet at work now but still a few tourists coming through all wanting to enjoy the Abel Tasman.
Keep warm all ... big hugs xx

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cookessentials - 2013-07-03 16:31:00

Sorry to hear about your IBS - I read up on it a while ago as I thought Miss 20 may have it ~ in fact I think she probably has to a certain extent but things seem to have settled down a bit. Hope your change in diet brings some relief . We just had an hour and a half without power. Thoroughly enjoyed Rummikub by torchlight.

toadfish - 2013-07-03 21:27:00

How lovely to see "old friends" once again on this board, lovely to catch up with you all

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cookessentials - 2013-07-04 10:55:00

Hello everyone!

lindylambchops1 - 2013-07-04 14:04:00

cookessentials wrote:

Winnie, good on you for being proactive in getting yourself sorted. No cider for you!

Lol - Pamela, we had quiz night at the Sprig & Fern last night and I always go in early to get us a table. It was certainly different sitting in my fav pub for 4 hours with no alcohol! Happily they make a very nice ginger beer.

Ellie - the big green buses don't come into the i-SITE so no extra business for us. Good to know that the backpackers are still out there though :)

Toady - rummicub by candlelight sounds like fun. Might be a good idea to invest in some camping lights for next time ...

Hi to anyone else who's around ....
have a happy day!

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cookessentials - 2013-07-04 14:41:00

Thanks for your support everyone. I don't know why I found it necessary to post that on here but I am pleased I did.Friends I have never met and still supportive. So wonderful. I am just looking for support and I found it here too. It's wonderful also to catch up on everyone else's news and I wish you all the best in your endeavours. Take care and {hugs} to all. Erica

evorotorua - 2013-07-04 17:19:00

ohhh wait they will eat your garden too LOL...kidding ..sounds fabulous!!! and I so get why people get attached to their chooks..i remember when I first came on here I used to love cookes stories of hers, so sad when one of them died

toadfish wrote:

they will have to carry us out in a box lol. I want a veggie patch but can't until hubby fences it off. Chickens eat everything and anything lol. You should see what's left of my dizzy lizzies in the pots by my front door. But I love my girls.

motorbo - 2013-07-05 00:15:00