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'Happy Moments' April 19th

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So, a week's gone by and it's time to share our good news and gratitudes, and to give our positive thinking muscles a workout

I usually start things off and this week is no exception, I am however, just going to think about today onwards, because the last few days haven't exactly been ideal as unfortunately I've been ill I actually writing this sitting up in bed. I'm 99.999% sure that I've had Rotavirus, I started to feel very poorly on Wednesday and by Friday...well, lets just say I needed to be in very close proximity to a loo Sooo...I'm trying to feel positive that I'm feeling a teensy bit better and I'm now eating a little food, I'm enjoying the fact that Bilbo my cat has been keeping me company lying next to me and I'm so grateful that my lovely hubby and son have been looking after me. Oh, and I've been browsing fabric websites and planning to buy a whole stack of fabrics for my birthday next month. I've also been enjoying sketching designs to make said fabrics in.

So, over to you now, share your good news and gratitudes etc (and cheer me up too :))

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Style Fan

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Oh Diane I hope you feel better soon. How nasty. But I am looking forward to seeing the outfits you create with the new fabrics. You are so talented.

We are living in chaos because the lower level of our house was flooded and everything was removed and stored in the garage. This included my clothing. I am coping very well considering how organized I like to be. I look at it as an opportunity to purge things we don't use. Now waiting for the rebuild. I am picking out new flooring, etc. which is something I love to do.

Yesterday DH and I got together with some old friends. It was a beautiful day. These are a group of guys that DH played in a band with in the 60s and 70s. We meet once a month, have lunch, guys play music, wives go for walk, chat, prepare dinner and enjoy everyone's company. We all look forward seeing each other and are close friends. Friendships are very special.

Louise

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Sorry you're not feeling well. Glad Bilbo is keeping you company and hubs and DS are looking after you.

Work wise I've had a rubbish week as we've been very short staffed. On the positive I got back to zumba on Monday, went to the theatre Tuesday and out to Ask Italian to catch up with friends on Wednesday. Yesterday I had an excellent shopping trip. I came away with a kimono, work top, 2 dresses a handbag and some shorty leggings. Then last night I was joined by mum and a friend from work at the Hippodrome in Birmingham for Shrek the musical. I love going to the theatre and didn't realise R from work loved it too but has no one to go with so we've booked 4 for the next couple of months and are merrily scouring theatre websites for the next ones x

crutcher

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Diane..such a wonderful name..smile..I am so sorry you have the crud...Ginger Ale works for me in this type of situation...Eat only what you feel like..that will reappear when ready...
I am happy today because Rachy's little Lillypup is home..That could have been a tragedy instead of a celebration..Three cheers for intuition and unexpected sunshine in steering lost pups home...smile

Anonymous

Your comments are cheering to read.

Style Fan, you're so good keeping positive about the flood. I have a friend who went the exact same thing after a long break away. Time spent with good friends of yours and your DH is definitely a great tonic for you both.

Your theatre trips sound fun Louise. I just realised when you mentioned them that I actually love theatre too, but haven't been for a few years! DH isn't a fan and my pals can't afford it. I'll have to find a theatre buddy too. Our local theatre has some great shows. Bet the meal was yummy at the Itallian. I love Italian food, mmmm.

Oh, Crutcher, I was so glad when Lilypup got back safe too. My heart went in my mouth when I heard she was lost. Definitely a big happy moment when I heard of her return.

Angie

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OH. You poor thing, Diane. Sending feel better energy your way, and extra cuddles for sweet Bilbo.

Style Fan, oooohhhhhh nooooo. House Flooding. UUURRRGGGGGHH. Good luck.

Louise, the theatre allows you to wear all sorts of fun outfits. I hope we see them on the forum.

Our stunning Seattle Spring continues to put me in a good mood. And we are off to Arizona for a short holiday this week, which means lots of fab hectic heat.

Anonymous

Thank you Angie, the heal better vibes are much needed. I tried getting up at lunchtime, only to feel faint and poorly, so I'm back in bed. Bilbo thanks you for the cuddles and says meow :). Enjoy Arizona!

Louise

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Diane do you have a little local theatre near you? We mostly go to the Arts Complex in Solihull and the tickets are £15-£20 so much more affordable than the big theatres. We got seats in the upper circle at the Hippodrome which were £27, still expensive but much cheaper than the stalls. Sounds like we need a YLF theatre group! X

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Well, I'm a few miles outside Wolverhampton, so The Grand Theatre there is my local. In my small group of pals(non interested in fashion at all :() money is extremely tight and sadly even £15 is probably too much. We catch up every 4 to 6 weeks, usually at someone's house, so no dressing up opportunities either! I have a couple of relatives in Solihull BTW.

Louise

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That's a shame. I think I do recall you saying you had Solihull relatives, it's a small world x

Summer

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Sorry to hear you've been ill, Diane, but glad you are now feeling a little better. Nice to know that your lovely family and Bilbo were on hand with some tlc.

I've had a lovely week enjoying the beautiful weather, spending time with my family, cuddling babies and shopping - mostly browsing, but still enjoyable (and cheaper!)

Runcarla

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Simple pleasures this week! Gradually warming weather has put everyone around where I live and work in a good mood! The grass is turning green, and I am learning that I have far more spring flowers in my new garden than I thought!

While I wait for my own blooms, I'm enjoying a bouquet from the local market.

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Yes small world indeed Louise

Ooh, nice way to spend a week, Summer. The thing with browse- shopping and not buying is that your brain will have registered subconsciously what you looked at and it'll stand you in good stead when you come across the perfect items in the near future. Glad you enjoyed lots of baby cuddling too.

Oh, yes, you have quite a few bulbs coming through now, Carla. That's going to be a nice show of colour. The tulips you bought are pretty too. I have some yellow ones tinged with pink just ready to open in three tubs on our front driveway. I adore tulips!

Keturah

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Fabric browsing sounds so fun! Sorry you have the crud. But I just love this topic... I see you do one nearly every day? It's lovely!

I don't know what my happy moment is... I had to search for one. Most days I am in a good habit of focusing on the happy moments and the grateful. But like anyone, I get pulled by the no to happy and let myself get cranky and sad and blah.

So...happy moment today is...

It's not snowing, and even though it's overcast and cool, it's still 50s and...not snowing! We just got 2+ feet of snow last weekend. So I'm excited for a break from snow.

Janet

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Oh, Diane, feel better soon!

I had a blechy day yesterday. Nothing really BAD, just one of those days where everything I tried to do resulted in some frustration or hurdle. I had so much to get accomplished, and at the end of the day I felt like I had only wasted time with futile tasks that I had to get out of the way. Strictly first-world problems, but you know how it is.

Today has been more productive, but I'm a little stressed. Taking a quick break to check out the forum, just to rest my brain a little. But I picked up the mail and was surprised to receive the attached note. By way of explanation, I found a wallet on the ground outside of the radio station a couple of weeks ago and mailed it to the owner (a college student -- his license and school ID were in the wallet). Well, he took the time to write me this really sweet note, and it made my day.

Carla, too funny. Our blooms are coming out now, but I felt compelled to buy some flowers while I was at the grocery store today.

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Hi Keturah, I usually start one of these threads once a week, mostly on Sundays. It came about a couple of years ago when, there had been a fair bit of bad stuff in the news and some Fabbers were having tough times too. Glad you like the idea. I'm soooo glad it's not snowing where you are. Celebration indeed!

Oh, Janet. I've had days like that too Receiving that lovely note was a definite pick-me-up for you. How sweet! Hope you have a better day today too.

Astrid

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Today is the "Day of German beer" and I'm enjoying my Radler tonight using one of the fab beer glasses I got as a Christmas present. I love them! So much joy in little things...

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Love the empty/full dial on your glass Astrid! Enjoy your evening. Prost!