BrightonBelle's Minti Blog http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/ BrightonBelle's Minti Blog Copyright 2008 Minti en-uk The day had come! BrightonBelle The day had finally arrived, I had been thinking about it since Amy's place was confirmed and I was dreading it - Amy's first afternoon at pre-school. I had to open up the Mother & Toddler group in the morning so decided to concentrate on that, had a great morning, rushed around tidying up, hoping I wouldn't be late for Amy's ... The day had finally arrived, I had been thinking about it since Amy's place was confirmed and I was dreading it - Amy's first afternoon at pre-school.

I had to open up the Mother & Toddler group in the morning so decided to concentrate on that, had a great morning, rushed around tidying up, hoping I wouldn't be late for Amy's first afternoon.

I had already prepared Amy for what was happening in the afternoon and she was terribly excited to be going to see her new school - I was extremely anxious. You see we had made the conscious decision when Amy was born that I would stay at home with her until she started school so she has never been away from me for a period of time and even though I would be able to stay with her, there was a part of me that really didn't want this to happen, it means letting go a little.

Fortunately when we arrived and Amy saw the other children and all the things to do, she darted off without a care in the world and I was left standing around, just an onlooker. I chatted to her teacher and the nursery staff then chatted to some of the other Mums. A few of the other children were reluctant to leave their mum's side and in a way I wished Amy had been the same but I suppose it shows that she is a confident, independent child and I am proud of her for that.

When it came time to leave she didn't want to go and when we were on the way home we talked about her going in the afternoons everyday, she said she would like to go. I explained that next time Mummy wouldn't be able to stay and Amy replied that was OK and not to worry as she was a brave girl who wouldn't cry. I love her so much, it is hard to see my baby growing up.

In between her next day at school, we are having a home visit from her teacher so she can talk to Amy on a one to one basis. I am looking forward to this as Amy will get a chance to know her teacher more and vice versa.

 

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/801138/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/801138/ Fri, 05 Sep 2008 08:05:17 -0700 Midwife appointment. BrightonBelle I had my glucose tolerance test yesterday and was under the impression this was a fasting test so I had nothing to eat from 8pm the night before till I went to my appointment at 8;50am in the morning, the first thing the midwife did was take my blood pressure and was concerned it was quite low and asked if ... I had my glucose tolerance test yesterday and was under the impression this was a fasting test so I had nothing to eat from 8pm the night before till I went to my appointment at 8;50am in the morning, the first thing the midwife did was take my blood pressure and was concerned it was quite low and asked if I was feeling dizzy, i said a little but put it down to not have eaten she asked me why I hadn't eaten and I said for the Glucose test , she then tells me there was no need to fast! She thought it might make the test invalid but went ahead and tried to take blood anyway. She has to try from both arms and eventually got enough to fill the numerous test tubes. Next I laid on the bed and she tried to feel for the top of my uterus, this has been an on going problem, apparently I am too fat for her to feel it and too fat for the measurements from the top to my pelvic bone to be right (it should measure the same in centimetres as I am weeks - 29) I see a flaw in this method anyway as you would have to be the exact weight for your height and not be carrying even the smallest amount of fat around your waist, so I am now being referred to a consultant to be referred on for a growth scan to check that baby is growing well. Babies heart beat is strong and fast so that's good news. I am also being referred for physio as I have sciatica and the top of my right leg is numb all the time and I keep getting a sharp pain in my left buttock!

well have to go now as I have Mother and toddler group and then the afternoon Amy has her first day at pre-school!

Take care

Clare xxx

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/800211/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/800211/ Thu, 04 Sep 2008 00:48:03 -0700 Rainy day and bargains! BrightonBelle It is a miserable day here, Autumn is here early. Only one thing to do on a rainy day and that's the food shopping so this morning we jumped in the car and off we went to our favourite supermarket  with shopping list in hand. While wondering around picking up the usual things the Hubby went down the baby aisle, he ... It is a miserable day here, Autumn is here early. Only one thing to do on a rainy day and that's the food shopping so this morning we jumped in the car and off we went to our favourite supermarket  with shopping list in hand. While wondering around picking up the usual things the Hubby went down the baby aisle, he pretends he's not excited about the new arrival but he can't help but have a browse, he comes back with a car seat under one arm and a big grin on his face. He explains that the car seat is only £24.99 and that it is a great brand which he is sure should be more expensive so I go back with him to investigate the price on the shelf to see it does say £24.99 so I check the bar codes and they are the same then I grab the nearest member of staff and query it they look confused and go off to find  a supervisor, who comes back to inspect the shelf and admits they have made a mistake and we were right it should have been more expensive but as it states the price on the shelf with the right description they have no choice but to sell it as advertised - hooray a bargain. Amy's old car seat has seen better days and even though we were on a tight budget this week I made an allowance for this great bargain and the hubby carries it around like a trophy for the rest of the shopping trip so it paid to brave the rain.

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/799033/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/799033/ Tue, 02 Sep 2008 05:05:15 -0700 Pregnancy Bump. BrightonBelle I have been a bit shy about sharing any photos of me pregnant because I am overweight it has taken me a while to feel comfortable enough to show anyone but I have build up the nerve and here is the latest of my bump at 28 weeks: I have been a bit shy about sharing any photos of me pregnant because I am overweight it has taken me a while to feel comfortable enough to show anyone but I have build up the nerve and here is the latest of my bump at 28 weeks:

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/797376/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/797376/ Sun, 31 Aug 2008 04:25:51 -0700 28 weeks today. BrightonBelle  I am pleased to say that my cold is getting better and that I can breathe again. I've had quite a few restless nights and so has Amy, I'm not sure if I wake her when I get up to go pee or that she wakes on her own from her cough. I am now getting regular Braxton Hicks sometimes they ...  I am pleased to say that my cold is getting better and that I can breathe again. I've had quite a few restless nights and so has Amy, I'm not sure if I wake her when I get up to go pee or that she wakes on her own from her cough.

I am now getting regular Braxton Hicks sometimes they hurt a bit but others it just makes my tummy go hard.

We have just applied for a Sure Start Maternity Grant which hopefully will help towards the cost of getting a new car seat and Buggy. We do have a few things that we kept from having Amy but having a new car seat is a must as Amys will be four years old by the time the baby arrives and even though it has never been in an accident and seems to be sound I don't want to risk it being brittle or unsafe.

I have a midwifes appointment next Wednesday and I am having a glucose tolerance test which is a standard blood test done at 28 weeks and I have to drink 275mls of Lucozade which I hate as it always reminds me of being ill.

I hope that all my fellow pregnant Minti's are doing well and staying healthy.

Take care

Clare xxx

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/796002/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/796002/ Fri, 29 Aug 2008 03:00:17 -0700 A rough night BrightonBelle  Well its official I have a stinking cold and Amy has woken with a barking cough. From 2am onwards I was up every hour either to pee, to get a drink, Braxton Hicks or cramp or just to turn over. My bump is starting to get in the way and I am sleep deprived. Amy was up at 6am and I have ...  Well its official I have a stinking cold and Amy has woken with a barking cough. From 2am onwards I was up every hour either to pee, to get a drink, Braxton Hicks or cramp or just to turn over. My bump is starting to get in the way and I am sleep deprived.

Amy was up at 6am and I have food shopping to do today so I have no choice but to get up and get motivated.

I hope you all have a better day then what I feel is in store for me.

Take care

Clare xxx

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/791687/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/791687/ Fri, 22 Aug 2008 22:49:29 -0700 27 weeks today. BrightonBelle The weeks are going quicker now and even though I like being pregnant, I can't wait for the next 13 weeks to fly by. OK I know that they probably won't and the last few weeks will feel like an eternity but at the moment knowing there is so few weeks left brings light to the end of the tunnel ... The weeks are going quicker now and even though I like being pregnant, I can't wait for the next 13 weeks to fly by. OK I know that they probably won't and the last few weeks will feel like an eternity but at the moment knowing there is so few weeks left brings light to the end of the tunnel (no pun intended)

I also think I may be coming down with a stinking cold, I have spent the last 24 hours sneezing and with itchy inner ears all I am waiting for now is to not be able to breath and the aching and hey presto I'll have a cold which of course I will have to deal with and carry on as norm.

My sister came over yesterday as she is off sick from work, Not with a cold though apparently with exhaustion! She works 4 1/2 days a week and only has to look after herself but with the stress of the organising her vow renewal and work she is truly exhausted, I stopped short of telling her she wouldn't know exhaustion if it hit her on the back of the head.

I also had my MIL over yesterday and for the first time in a long time it didn't feel slightly strained as it sometimes can and to be honest it was quite pleasant.

I have solved the problem of seeing my brothers family too, my hubby finishes work a little earlier today so rather then them coming over to us we are going over to them before my brother finishes work but he says it is fine for us to be there when he gets in from work.

We are approaching a bank holiday weekend so that will mean rain! but it will also mean the hubby has a long weekend at home and right now I could do with an extra pair of hands around here.

Hope you all have a lovely weekend and I will try and keep this cold to myself

Take care

Clare xxx

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/790943/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/790943/ Thu, 21 Aug 2008 23:09:37 -0700 Am I Being Unreasonable? BrightonBelle Ok here it is - Amy has always had a routine and her bedtime is 7 - 7:30pm everyday of the week. I do my best to stick to it at all costs as she doesn't react well to change. My brother who works 6 days a week 9am - 6pm and his fiance is home with 2 children 3 ... Ok here it is - Amy has always had a routine and her bedtime is 7 - 7:30pm everyday of the week. I do my best to stick to it at all costs as she doesn't react well to change. My brother who works 6 days a week 9am - 6pm and his fiance is home with 2 children 3 and 1 year old. We don't see them that often. Here is the problem - they want to come over in the evenings after Amys bedtime with their children. I have tried to explain Amys rountine but they say it is the only time they can meet up with us. When I put my foot down and say no I am made to feel that I am being unreasonable. I don't want Amy to be over excited before bed and I don't want her to be laying in bed feeling like she is missing out hearing the other children playing.

I respect the fact that everyone brings their children up differently and that my brothers  children don't have a routine but if I do let Amy stay up late it takes days to get her back to settling at night. I do want to catch up with my brother and his children but don't want to keep having to look like the bad guy everytime I have to say no. I also have to take in consideration that my hubby works shifts and I don't think it s fair for him to have to come home after a long shift to a house full of people. What can I do to please everyone?

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/789584/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/789584/ Wed, 20 Aug 2008 05:47:47 -0700 Tired & Moody! BrightonBelle Today has been the worst day for tiredness and because I am so tired I am very moody. I really shouldn't complain about being pregnant especially as we thought it wouldn't happen again but I am feeling lousy. Getting comfortable is bed is a nightmare and its not just me who is suffering, every time I turn over it wakes the ... Today has been the worst day for tiredness and because I am so tired I am very moody. I really shouldn't complain about being pregnant especially as we thought it wouldn't happen again but I am feeling lousy.

Getting comfortable is bed is a nightmare and its not just me who is suffering, every time I turn over it wakes the hubby up as it not just a case of rolling over more of a sit up, shift weight, lay on chosen side then get comfortable and there's the fact that he works shifts so he needs his sleep I have even joked that now we have our family maybe twin beds would be a good idea!

Then there's the blessing of having a child that is an early riser as soon as it is light Amy is awake and being that it is summer here (no really it is!) it gets light early so I have a 5:30am start. I should really be counting my blessings as she goes to bed at 7pm.

So I am feeling tired and ratty, to all those that have to live with me or be near me I apologise.

Take care

Clare xxx

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/787917/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/787917/ Mon, 18 Aug 2008 09:20:03 -0700 26 weeks BrightonBelle Hooray just 98 days to go! Sleeping is getting more difficult and I am finding it hard to get comfortable in bed actually I am finding it hard to get comfortable anywhere! Brushing or blow drying my hair is making me out of breath which apparently is normal as my lungs are being pushed up to make room for my ... Hooray just 98 days to go! Sleeping is getting more difficult and I am finding it hard to get comfortable in bed actually I am finding it hard to get comfortable anywhere! Brushing or blow drying my hair is making me out of breath which apparently is normal as my lungs are being pushed up to make room for my ever expanding uterus.

Well now the science bit is over I can tell you about some important decisions we have reached in the last couple of days i.e Names! It has felt a bit odd that this time round we have found it difficult to settle on names that we both like. When I was pregnant with Amy names came instantly and we knew what our new baby would be called.

So here they are (Drum roll please!)

Girl - Katie Louise Thompson

Boy - George William Thompson

There is no real meaning or reason behind the names apart from as my maiden name was Williams we thought we would try to get it in somewhere but I couldn't have it as a boys first name as all I could think of was it being shortened and hearing "Steve's Little Willie!" (Steve being my husband)

I can now say that I am looking forward to baby's arrival, I know that it sounds like a strange thing to say as I am now just 14 weeks away but I am no longer worried about baby developing well and being financially OK as I have reached a "peace of mind" and know that all will be well.

Hope all the Minti Mummys to be are feeling well and keeping healthy.

Take care

Clare xxx

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/785367/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/785367/ Fri, 15 Aug 2008 02:51:16 -0700 25 weeks and 3 days. BrightonBelle I wrote this yesterday and forgot to copy it to my blog: Usually I write about how "we" are doing on a friday when the next week rolls by but I have been so busy and distracted that I have to admit to forgetting how the turn of the week! Babies kicks are big and powerful now and Bubba lets me know ... I wrote this yesterday and forgot to copy it to my blog:

Usually I write about how "we" are doing on a friday when the next week rolls by but I have been so busy and distracted that I have to admit to forgetting how the turn of the week!

Babies kicks are big and powerful now and Bubba lets me know if I am cramping its space, when I bend down I get a sharp kick to let me know Bubba is still there and needs room to stretch!

I also have a confession - I have found another site which has been taking up some of my online time (I know a smack on the hand for me!)  its called I-am-pregnant.com, its a great site which is full of pregnant women from around the world and you get to customise your own page, a bit like myspace for us pregnant ladies, I have already made loads of new friends and people there are wonderful (although Minti will always be first in my heart!) I haven't told anyone there about Minti yet but in time I will.

so if you can't find me here I may be here : http://www.i-am-pregnant.com/vip/Brightonbelle#msg

Hope all my fellow pregnant Mintis are doing well and remember if you have just found out you are pregnant join us and share the ups & downs of pregnancy.

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/782970/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/782970/ Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:35:39 -0700 CJ's Playland Burgess Hill Sussex - An Honest review - Updated with Photos! BrightonBelle  First appearances caused me to think that CJ's was going to be tatty and run down, I was later to be proved right. Whilst my 3 year old daughter was playing in the Under 5's area she was hit in the face with a large mat by a child who was certainly over the age of 5 and unsupervised. On closer ...  First appearances caused me to think that CJ's was going to be tatty and run down, I was later to be proved right.
Whilst my 3 year old daughter was playing in the Under 5's area she was hit in the face with a large mat by a child who was certainly over the age of 5 and unsupervised. On closer inspection (after calming my daughter down) this mat was only padded on one side on the other side it was MDF with staples sticking out (I took photos on my phone)this was the side that had hit Amy in the face, I went to the reception area which was manned by a teenager and asked if there was supposed to be a member of staff supervising the under 5 area I was told no that it was down to a parent or guardian to supervise the children so I told him what had happened and was told there was nothing they could do. I asked for their accident book to be told that he didn't know where it was, I asked for the manager to be told he was busy so I went to the cafe to find another member of staff who found the manager who was very rude and said there was no need for the incident to go in the accident book as it was a public place! On leaving I insisted on it being put in the accident book and also asked for their public liability insurance to be told that because I wasn't an "official" person I was not able to see it.
The toilets were dirty and the play equipment was torn and taped in places and could really do with a good clean. In short this place was unsafe and I will not be returning.

This is a copied from my own comment left at Netmums where it turns out there has been other negative reviews.

http://www.netmums.com/listings/PLACES//56/Soft+Play//

This is the board that Amy was hit in the face with by a much older child in the "Under 5's Area" at CJ's Playland Burgess Hill.

This is another board which was left laying around at CJ's playland, there were numerous boards like this that were able to be picked up and thrown around.

These are the ladies toilets at CJ' s playland, ( I am told the mens were worse!) The plastic balls you see beside the toilet are from the ball pit and were picked up amd promptly put back in the ball pit without being washed (personally I would have thrown them away)

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/775218/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/775218/ Sun, 03 Aug 2008 12:10:27 -0700 If you have a daughter watch this! BrightonBelle http://www.campaignforrealbeauty.co.uk/ - http://www.campaignforrealbeauty.co.uk/ http://www.campaignforrealbeauty.co.uk/

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/773516/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/773516/ Fri, 01 Aug 2008 07:47:16 -0700 24 weeks today. BrightonBelle  Glad to say I am now feeling a lot better (Thank you my minti friends). I am now 24 weeks pregnant and certainly starting to show, we went along to Toys r Us today to look at Amy's birthday present and to get some more bubbles for the bubble machine, I also took the chance to look round Babies r ...  Glad to say I am now feeling a lot better (Thank you my minti friends). I am now 24 weeks pregnant and certainly starting to show, we went along to Toys r Us today to look at Amy's birthday present and to get some more bubbles for the bubble machine, I also took the chance to look round Babies r Us and whilst there a complete stranger felt the need to put her hand on my tummy and ask how far along I was, I answered politely and then swiftly walked off! This is the first time that this has ever happened to me and it startled me, I found it hard to believe that someone could violate my personal space and make me feel like I was suddenly public property because I am pregnant.

I am now really feeling movement and starting to feel a little excited about our new arrival, I was starting to think there was something wrong with me because I wasn't getting excited and really wasn't getting to enjoy this pregnancy, it is different from my first pregnancy as I really don't have time to sit  back and enjoy all the little things like I did with Amy and if I am honest this makes me feel a little sad and like I am not "giving" enough to this new arrival. Amy is very excited even though we still have 16 weeks to go and before baby arrives she will start pre-school and have her 4th birthday so at the end of this year she will have some big changes in her life which I know will throw up some challenges for us. I am expecting some behavioural changes as she is like me and doesn't take well to change.

We already have a lot of what we need for baby but I am looking forward to going out in a few weeks time and getting some things for my hospital bag and maybe a lovely coming home outfit for baby which will have to be in something neutral as we don't know the sex. I have promised Amy that she can go out with her Daddy once baby is born to buy his/hers first teddy bear and the first pink/blue outfit and we have decided to buy a gift for Amy from the baby as we don't want her to feel left out.

I hope that all our pregnant Minti's are doing well and staying healthy.

Take care

Clare xxx

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/773433/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/773433/ Fri, 01 Aug 2008 05:04:09 -0700 23 weeks today and feeling a little low! BrightonBelle Well today I hit the 23 week mark (in my 24th week of pregnancy) and I'm afraid I am not the blossoming picture of motherhood that I expected, I am feeling quite low and just want to lock myself away from the world but thankfully I have my beautiful daughter that keeps me going and my wonderful Minti with its caring members ... Well today I hit the 23 week mark (in my 24th week of pregnancy) and I'm afraid I am not the blossoming picture of motherhood that I expected, I am feeling quite low and just want to lock myself away from the world but thankfully I have my beautiful daughter that keeps me going and my wonderful Minti with its caring members who give the best advice.

I am not sure if my low mood is down to pregnancy hormones or prenatal depression, as I suffered from PND after I had Amy, I am so worried that it is going to happen again that I am working myself into a state, plus there's the worry of being able to afford another baby and lots of other irrational thoughts racing through my head. I do tend to over think things and get very anxious so after seeking advice from Minti members I have called the Dr's for an appointment to talk over how I am feeling and to see whether I can get some help.

I also feel very lonely at the moment , even though I run a Mother and Toddler group twice a week, I still feel a little isolated and don't really have too many close friends, you know the kind that will take the time to listen to you rather then offload their own problems (Minti Members are  excluded from this of course) the only person that I know I can truly rely on is my Hubby and I think he is feeling the strain a bit, I don't mean to be a burden to anyone but just to have someone I could reach for without feeling like a pain would be good.

I worry about the affect my mood swings will have on the baby and on Amy who is the sweetest thing, who brings me tissue when she catches me crying and rubs my back telling me I will be OK, she is just like her Daddy so caring and compassionate. I partly grew up with a mother who suffered from depression and wonder whether it is a genetic thing or an environment thing that I too now suffer from it. Believe me I try to be the complete opposite of what my mum was when we where growing up as I feel she failed me and in doing so feel under pressure to do well as a mother this then just adds to my anxiety so I feel I can't win.

Well no matter how I am feeling life goes on and I must get on.

Thank you for taking the time to listen

Clare xxx

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/766901/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/766901/ Fri, 25 Jul 2008 01:35:09 -0700 Calling all pregnant Minti members! BrightonBelle If you haven't joined already there is a great group just for you called "Pregnant in 2008" don't worry if you aren't due until 2009 you are still pregnant now. You can find members that are due around the same time as you and you can share all the ups and occassional downs of pregnancy with ladies going through the same ... If you haven't joined already there is a great group just for you called "Pregnant in 2008" don't worry if you aren't due until 2009 you are still pregnant now.

You can find members that are due around the same time as you and you can share all the ups and occassional downs of pregnancy with ladies going through the same thing.

So come along and join. Pass smetime while you are waiting for the stork to arrive.

Here is a link:  http://www.minti.com/groups/50952/Pregnant-in-2008/?msg=72BE-265E-3245-4CF7

 

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/761241/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/761241/ Fri, 18 Jul 2008 02:36:38 -0700 22 weeks and a hernia! BrightonBelle I am now 22 weeks pregnant and all is going well with the pregnancy and baby is kicking frequently. I am finally feeling well and blooming apart from a pain I have below my ribs on my right hand side when I bend and stretch, after one such incident at Mother & Toddler (while lifting!) I reached to rub where the ... I am now 22 weeks pregnant and all is going well with the pregnancy and baby is kicking frequently. I am finally feeling well and blooming apart from a pain I have below my ribs on my right hand side when I bend and stretch, after one such incident at Mother & Toddler (while lifting!) I reached to rub where the pain was and found a little lump! I wasn't alarmed just a bit surprised by how much it hurt when I touched it, when I saw the hubby later that evening I showed him and he had a feel and said there was definitely a lump there and that maybe I should go and see the midwife so I made an appointment for the following day, I was not due to go back to the midwife until 24 weeks but she was happy to examine me and make sure all was well, she felt the lump and said it was nothing to do with the pregnancy but thought it was a hernia, if it was still causing discomfort in a couple of days time to go and see my GP but there was little that could be done because I am pregnant. This lead to other discussions including a referral to a consultant because I have a high BMI (doesn't take Einstein to work that out) not sure what this consultant is suppose to do about it and to be honest I am slightly peeved about it as I was fat when I had Amy and all went well and I have had no problems relating to my weight this time round so feel that it would be a waste of time, I have also got to go for another scan, a growth scan as the midwife is unable to feel the fundal height (the top of my uterus) strange really as I can! so she won't be able to feel how well baby is growing again this is because I am fat. This however has pleased me as I will be able to see Bubba again.

Hope you are all keeping well and have a nicer midwife then me!

Take care

Clare xxx

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/761224/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/761224/ Fri, 18 Jul 2008 02:12:07 -0700 So Funny! BrightonBelle  A friend sent me this and it made me laugh out loud so I thought I would share it:  This letter was recently sent by Tesco's Head Office to a customer in Oxford: Dear Mrs. Murray, While we thank you for your valued custom and use of the Tesco Loyalty Card, the Manager of our store in Banbury is considering banning ...  A friend sent me this and it made me laugh out loud so I thought I would share it:

  This letter was recently sent by Tesco's Head Office to a customer in Oxford:

Dear Mrs. Murray,

While we thank you for your valued custom and use of the Tesco Loyalty Card, the Manager of our store in Banbury is considering banning you and your family from shopping with us, unless your husband stops his antics.
Below is a list of offences over the past few months all verified by our surveillance cameras:

1. June 15: Took 24 boxes of condoms and randomly put them in people's trolleys when they weren't looking.

2. July 2: Set all the alarm clocks in Housewares to go off at 5-minute intervals.

3. July 7: Made a trail of tomato juice on the floor leading to feminine products aisle.

4. July 19: Walked up to an employee and told her in an official tone, 'Code 3' in housewares..... and watched what happened.

5. August 14: Moved a 'CAUTION - WET FLOOR' sign to a carpeted area.

6. September 15: Set up a tent in the outdoor clothing department and told shoppers he'd invite them in if they would bring sausages and a Calor gas stove.

7. September 23: When the Deputy Manager asked if she could help him, he began to cry and asked, 'Why can't you people just leave me alone?'

8. October 4: Looked right into the security camera; used it as a mirror, picked his nose, and ate it.

9. November 10: While appearing to be choosing kitchen knives in the Housewares aisle asked an assistant if he knew where the antidepressants were.

10. December 3: Darted around the store suspiciously, loudly humming the Mission Impossible' theme.

11. December 6: In the kitchenware aisle, practised the 'Madonna look'
using different size funnels.

12. December 18: Hid in a clothing rack and when people browsed, yelled 'PICK ME!' 'PICK ME!'

13. December 21: When an announcement came over the loud speaker, assumed the foetal position and screamed 'NO! NO! It's those voices again.'

And; last, but not least:

14. December 23: Went into a fitting room, shut the door, waited a while; then yelled, very loudly, 'There is no toilet paper in here.'
 

So did you laugh out loud?

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/758850/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/758850/ Tue, 15 Jul 2008 06:07:39 -0700 New Scan Pics! BrightonBelle I had my 20 week scan on Wednesday but have been run off my feet so this is the first chance I have had to post them (Sorry). I love the last one with babies foot and leg in the air. This was probably the best scan I have had as the sonographer was lovely - no hard pushing down and ... I had my 20 week scan on Wednesday but have been run off my feet so this is the first chance I have had to post them (Sorry).

I love the last one with babies foot and leg in the air. This was probably the best scan I have had as the sonographer was lovely - no hard pushing down and really took her time to explain what she was looking at and why. All is well and we got to see baby move around alot and this time Amy was fascinated and could even point out hands, feet and spine. This should be my last scan so the next time I post pics of baby he/she will be here!

Take care

Clare xxx

]]> http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/756205/ http://www.minti.com/members/brightonbelle/blog/756205/ Sat, 12 Jul 2008 01:55:22 -0700 1 year older another Birthday been and gone! BrightonBelle Yesterday was my 32nd birthday and even though I had a wonderful day at home with Steve and Amy I am glad that it is over, I always feel a little down on my birthday, its not because I dread being a year older as I quite like getting older and its not because it is a bad experience as ... Yesterday was my 32nd birthday and even though I had a wonderful day at home with Steve and Amy I am glad that it is over, I always feel a little down on my birthday, its not because I dread being a year older as I quite like getting older and its not because it is a bad experience as Steve always makes an effort, I just get a little grumpy which was exaggerated by pregnancy hormones which also made me tired so I spent most of yesterday in bed!

I am feeling better this morning and am off with Amy to an old favourite toddler group but with a new friend which should be fun. Amy loves her little boy and they get on so well.

Well it is just 7am here and already we have had breakfast and will now put Amy in the bath. Steve is still in bed as he is on holiday from work for a week so I will leave him there, bless him he deserves the rest after running round after Amy all day yesterday.

I have my 20 week scan on Wednesday and am feeling excited but a little apprehensive as this is the anomaly scan and I am just praying that this time they can see all the important organs and don't leave me to go a couple of weeks (like they did with Amy ) worrying because they couldn't see all the chambers of the heart and ask me to go back when baby is bigger the worry nearly killed me!

I will post the new pictures and do an update on Wednesday,

Take care

Clare xxx

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