Hello everyone!

Linby - so sorry to hear what you've been going through. I'm sure you must feel very relieved now you have made the decision to work part time. Do take as much time as you need and look after yourself. Your OH sounds very supportive. I can't get over how gorgeous Amber is! Have a lovely walk - I'm sure that being out in the fresh air getting exercise helps you get things into perspective.

Foxie - thank you for all those lovely suggestions.

I'm going in to hospital tomorrow morning for a gastroscopy and colonoscopy, so today I'm only allowed clear liquids and have had to take a disgusting laxative concoction. So I'm confined to the house and dashing to the loo quite frequently (sorry too much info there!!!). Really glad I decided to take a day off work, I just couldn't have coped, especially as we have just one loo which we share with the men (AND we have to walk through their office to get to it!) The scented bath sounds very very tempting for later on!! I'm feeling a bit apprehensive about tomorrow, but will remember mjm's advice to breathe! I am trying to keep busy, but have given myself a break to enjoy a bit of forum time.
Enough about me, girls. How are you all today? The sun is shining - unfortunately it is showing up all the dust in my house!

Hope everyone is having a positive day!