BabyPaw, Family Support, and why I'm glad I came home
Apr 8th 2004, 12:51 am
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BabyPaw, Family Support, and why I'm glad I came home
Hello all
Just thought I'd bore you with a wee pic of the new love of my life, born 25th March 04, Liverpool, UK!!
And will just add that we never intended to return from Oz at the time we did, but when we found out we were having a baby we decided that we wanted our families around us and it prompted us to move back. All I can say is that I am so glad we came back. After a very difficult birth and spell in hospital, I am so thankful we didn't have to go through this alone in Australia. The emotional and physical support of our families has been fantastic and it has made me realise how important families are. I only used to see my parents a couple of times a year and I always thought I was independant, could look after myself. How wrong I was.
Apart from the many other things I love about the UK, having my family close by has reached a new level of importance that it didn't have before.
I guess you don't know how much you need them until you need them. And it's always difficult to judge before you go overseas just how much you may need to depend on them.
Just thought I'd bore you with a wee pic of the new love of my life, born 25th March 04, Liverpool, UK!!
And will just add that we never intended to return from Oz at the time we did, but when we found out we were having a baby we decided that we wanted our families around us and it prompted us to move back. All I can say is that I am so glad we came back. After a very difficult birth and spell in hospital, I am so thankful we didn't have to go through this alone in Australia. The emotional and physical support of our families has been fantastic and it has made me realise how important families are. I only used to see my parents a couple of times a year and I always thought I was independant, could look after myself. How wrong I was.
Apart from the many other things I love about the UK, having my family close by has reached a new level of importance that it didn't have before.
I guess you don't know how much you need them until you need them. And it's always difficult to judge before you go overseas just how much you may need to depend on them.
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Apr 8th 2004, 12:52 am
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oops, lost the pic....hopefully it will work this time
Apr 8th 2004, 1:21 am
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Many congratulations.
What a beautiful baby.
Your right about the 'don't realise you need them until you REALLY need them' scenario.
Have a lovely easter weekend
What a beautiful baby.
Your right about the 'don't realise you need them until you REALLY need them' scenario.
Have a lovely easter weekend
Apr 8th 2004, 1:56 am
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Congratulations
YOU know you did the right thing and it seems to be working out fine.
Best wishes
G
YOU know you did the right thing and it seems to be working out fine.
Best wishes
G
Apr 8th 2004, 2:01 am
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Originally posted by HiddenPaw
oops, lost the pic....hopefully it will work this time
oops, lost the pic....hopefully it will work this time
Wanted to send you an e-mail but been unable to access my account for 2 days now, getting fed up so decided to browse the expat site as I haven't been on for a while.
Being back is great, that horrid sinking homesick feeling has gone, been very busy catching up with people and still a few to see or call. No regrets at all about returning, should have done it years ago!!!
Off to your neck of the woods this weekend to see other half's family and a game at Old Toilet!
This is the first couple of hours I have had to myself since touch down as hubby off to a sports expo and Mum banished to her side of the house!
I don't miss one thing about Australia apart from friends there and hey when my jolly e-mail comes back I can have a chat. Love the cool weather, range of yummy (if not unhealthy) food and drink and being back in the bussom of the family! Bliss!!!
Must fly, need to wash down a Galaxy Ripple with a brew!
Merlot
Apr 8th 2004, 3:18 am
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Oh, what a sweetie. You must be so proud, such a lovely baby and all your family around you. Wish you all the best, and hope to see you in UK at our picnic soon!
Apr 8th 2004, 6:06 am
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Originally posted by HiddenPaw
oops, lost the pic....hopefully it will work this time
oops, lost the pic....hopefully it will work this time
Well done HP. She looks scrummy!!! I'm glad things are working out for you and that you have no regrets, at least you've had the experience, eh?
What I would give for a little girl after seeing that. Oh no, I mustn't get broody.
Talk to you soon honey.xx
Apr 8th 2004, 9:36 am
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What a beauty HP..she is gorgeous. All worth it aren't they.
Glad you are home amongst the good support network, hence our main reason for returning as we are trying for number 2. Cannot imagine being out here without the family.
Enjoy her ....they bring a new meaning of love to your life.
X
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Glad you are home amongst the good support network, hence our main reason for returning as we are trying for number 2. Cannot imagine being out here without the family.
Enjoy her ....they bring a new meaning of love to your life.
X
Pants
Apr 8th 2004, 9:40 am
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HP she really is beautiful, such a cute photo too. Enjoy every second, your families must be over the moon that little bundle is not on the other side of the world. Enjoy that wonderful time of life it really is the most precious time.
it really is the most precious time.
Apr 8th 2004, 10:05 am
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Originally posted by HiddenPaw
oops, lost the pic....hopefully it will work this time
oops, lost the pic....hopefully it will work this time
Apr 8th 2004, 2:09 pm
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Congratualtions!
It is making me oh so broody seeing a picture like that but unfortunately dh doesn't agree!
Can well imagine how good it feels to be back amongst family.
It is making me oh so broody seeing a picture like that but unfortunately dh doesn't agree!
Can well imagine how good it feels to be back amongst family.
Apr 13th 2004, 2:58 pm
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I guess the tight black perm will come later then. aalll rite, all rite...
They do , dow, dosey doo dosey don't...
Congratulations...
We had our second baby over here in NZ seven months ago. I certainly see myself back in blighty some time but don't know when...
They do , dow, dosey doo dosey don't...
Congratulations...
We had our second baby over here in NZ seven months ago. I certainly see myself back in blighty some time but don't know when...
Apr 13th 2004, 3:20 pm
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Originally posted by WheelsOfSteel
I guess the tight black perm will come later then. aalll rite, all rite...
They do , dow, dosey doo dosey don't...
Congratulations...
We had our second baby over here in NZ seven months ago. I certainly see myself back in blighty some time but don't know when...
I guess the tight black perm will come later then. aalll rite, all rite...
They do , dow, dosey doo dosey don't...
Congratulations...
We had our second baby over here in NZ seven months ago. I certainly see myself back in blighty some time but don't know when...
congratulations beautiful baby, best yeas of my life when I had little ones, that is also my wedding aniversary date, what a cutie.
Apr 14th 2004, 4:01 am
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Thanks everyone for your best wishes.
I.'m still amazed how something so little can make sooooo much noise!!!
Wheels, she'll have a curly perm on top (from dad's side) and white stilletoes on the feet from mum's side!! Got good breeding has our bub!!
I.'m still amazed how something so little can make sooooo much noise!!!
Wheels, she'll have a curly perm on top (from dad's side) and white stilletoes on the feet from mum's side!! Got good breeding has our bub!!
Apr 14th 2004, 6:42 pm
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Re: BabyPaw, Family Support, and why I'm glad I came home
She's beautiful, you must be soooo proud. My little girl is now 24yrs and back in the UK and thats why i am going home. I can't wait to give her a big hug. Treasure every moment it is so special.
lots of love to you and your family
lots of love to you and your family
Originally posted by HiddenPaw
Hello all
Just thought I'd bore you with a wee pic of the new love of my life, born 25th March 04, Liverpool, UK!!
And will just add that we never intended to return from Oz at the time we did, but when we found out we were having a baby we decided that we wanted our families around us and it prompted us to move back. All I can say is that I am so glad we came back. After a very difficult birth and spell in hospital, I am so thankful we didn't have to go through this alone in Australia. The emotional and physical support of our families has been fantastic and it has made me realise how important families are. I only used to see my parents a couple of times a year and I always thought I was independant, could look after myself. How wrong I was.
Apart from the many other things I love about the UK, having my family close by has reached a new level of importance that it didn't have before.
I guess you don't know how much you need them until you need them. And it's always difficult to judge before you go overseas just how much you may need to depend on them.
Hello all
Just thought I'd bore you with a wee pic of the new love of my life, born 25th March 04, Liverpool, UK!!
And will just add that we never intended to return from Oz at the time we did, but when we found out we were having a baby we decided that we wanted our families around us and it prompted us to move back. All I can say is that I am so glad we came back. After a very difficult birth and spell in hospital, I am so thankful we didn't have to go through this alone in Australia. The emotional and physical support of our families has been fantastic and it has made me realise how important families are. I only used to see my parents a couple of times a year and I always thought I was independant, could look after myself. How wrong I was.
Apart from the many other things I love about the UK, having my family close by has reached a new level of importance that it didn't have before.
I guess you don't know how much you need them until you need them. And it's always difficult to judge before you go overseas just how much you may need to depend on them.
