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Hi Simone,
I'm new to this thread, started reading last night and it brought tears to my eyes, you are such an amazing person, Anneliese it so lucky to have such a beautful mum as you are. I hope it's not too long before she is home again. On top of all of this, you have had your boys and yourself not being well, dont' you wish you could fast forward time a little.
With DH getting the sack, it's so wrong. I will say, I don't blame him for not wanting to go 'pubic' with it. It's a pretty big decision to make. I had a maternity leave case last year, I ended up ringing heaps and heaps of solicitors, most were not very helpful at all, infact they tried to put me off. I ended up finding a solicitor who was BRILLIANT. I took the matter further, it worked out for me. I know things have changed since the with the new IR laws, but still, companys are scared to have their name thrown around in court. It doesn't hurt to enquire. I rang first to know where I would stand as I didn't have the money to fight something I couldn't win, didn't cost me anything until I saw her. She was very honest and upfront with me. If your want more info, let me know.
I hope Anneliese is home with your all soon.
take care
Simone, Cant believe Ive only just noticed this thread. I am so sorry to hear of what you and DH have been going through, and what poor little Annelise has endured - thats more than an adult should ever have to go through, let alone your tiny little angel. I truly hope things get much better fast and you can take her home with you for good.
Thats awful about what has happened with your DH's job. Its really unfair, and cruel. Jodie was right though when she saidBut even so, there is always room for compassion and discretion in this world, and it clearly has not been used in this case. If DH doesnt want to go to media, perhaps even go to a higher superior in the company and explain the situation - are OneSteel part of Bluescope?:
Unfortunatley I don't think the latest IR laws make any difference. Being a casual worker is always a risk, and within a 3 month trial (full time or casual) the employer has always had the ability to fire someone.
Anyway, as you know the BB ladies are sending you tonnes of love, support and hope for your baby girl (now getting nice and chubby looking at that ticker pic!). Hope the other things get sorted for you soon too... :hug:
I've emailed you Simone
hey Simone...
How is Anneliese going? Is she out of hospital?
I hope that everything is improving for you.
Let us know hey!
Anneliese is still in hospital but due to circumstances out of her control Simone hasn't been able to come on. Will let everyone know more when I can.
I really hope eveything is okay for them......
Hi Simone
You're still in my prayers and I am going to send you a present via Jess. Hope it is suitable.
Hang in there darls - we're ALL praying for your little girl.
Sorry about your hubby's job - sounds like his boss is a heartless a*hole. Can't blame the Prime Minister for a low grade scumbag boss no matter what the laws are!.
I hope things work out for you and you're always on my mind and in my daily prayers. Hang in there!
heya Simone, I hope everything is okay, I am thinking of you sweety and your beautiful little girl you are both in my thoughts and prayers
Take care.
Thank you Jess for letting us know whats happening I appreciate it alot.
Simone is having internet problems so sahe can't get on atm....hopefully things will pick up soon, just waiting on a reply
Thankyou so much jess I was a little worried about her, phew so now I can rest easy LOL Thanks again
Ok good news! Anneliese is finally home again and well :)
Simone's Dh is working again and the boys are well again. Simone will post soon once she fixes her pc or until she escapes to the internet cafe! (shes having withdrawals!)
Thats fantastic news Simone!!
That is great news
Fantastic news! Thanks for letting us know and hope Simone can get back on again soon!
What fabulous news!!!!!!!!!! Will be good to have Simone back on soon to share her excitement :)
oh excellent! So happy for you to have Anneliese home again with you and the family.
cant wait to hear how she is doing. glad dh has a job now to that didnt take long!
Oh very good news!
Prayers worked! :)
Simone I've sent you a gift via Jess (Bellasmum). She should get it by Friday so my guess is she'll pass it on to you next week.
Take care and stay well... so glad your hubby got another job too....:hug:
Neeny xoxo
Simone - What great news that your little angel is home with you again!
Take care of yourself!
Yay Anneliese is home, that is fantastic news. :D
Congrats to your DH too for finding a new job.
How fantastic that Anneliese is finally home with you Simone! YAY!!
Nic
So glad to hear Anneliese is home! I hope she continues to stay healthy and fighting strong.
Absolutely wonderful news that she is home. Fingers crossed that she stays healthy and happy. Well done Anneliese.
I saw her yesterday and she is much better :)
She's home and doing well, She wasnt able to come home, as MIL works with DHS and mentioned some things that didnt really matter, and shouldn't have left the family circle, but once something is said, DHS has to investigate. And the boys being sick (and clingy) and going to the hospital all the time, they decided to show up in the arvo, when the house was a mess and we were all in our pj's. So they told me Anneliese could not come home until the house was a little more sanitary. We didnt think an ything of it, and called the hospital, and were told that Anneliese was being discharged, and we could come and get her. 20 mins later, we got a call, saying Anneliese was being "kept in for observation." You guessed it, DHS had been in contact. I was devastated, i cried for like 2 days. It took quite a few more days, but i eventually got her back, after a lot of fighting. It has taken away alot of my confidence as a mother, i used to think i was great, now i question my decisions... And DHS came back today, asking if i was seeking help for my drug and alcohol addictions (huh? I dont even smoke!) and asking to see Anneliese's bed. I shut them up, i showed them a beautiful old fashioned cradle, complete with fresh sheets (as is done every 2 days) and hidden underneath is her Angelcare monitor. that REALLY shut them up!! I just dont know what to do, im scared of feeling or doing anything with my kids.
Oh Simone - so glad that have your little girl back safe and well. How horrible that you have had to go through all that drama with DHS. I can't imagine how distressing that would be - particularly when they start accusing you of things which are totally untrue - where did they get the drug and alchohol idea? I don't know if i could hold my temper in that situation. At least you could show them how well you are caring for Anneliese -hopefully they won't be back!
BE careful when you take your children to the Childrens in Melbourne. a dr called Nadine (big girl, shoulder length blonde hair) was the one who dobbed us in (for what? i ask..) The only question i asked them about anything like that was i had a couple more than just one drink one night, and i asked how long i should wait, just to be sure (we're talking like 4 drinks) and they told me 24hours. They looked like they were disgusted. I didnt breatfeed her, i didnt even attempt to. And after all the stress iv been thru, im entitled to have a drink every now and then. I drink prolly once or twice a month (including a glass of wine with dinner.) Im devastated. I used to think i was a good mum, now im scared to bond with Anneliese, dont have my glass of wine occasionally And i have to spend all day every day trying to clean, as they keep turning up at my house... like 2-4 times a week. And they're telling me i cant fly with Anneliese, even though the drs said she couldn't fly 1-2w after discharge, its almost 3 now. So off to drs to get med cert to shut them up... I wish they would get off my back, i doubt myself so much without them on my case 24/7...
Sorry to rave on and on, iv just had enough...
Simone, you have been through so much and are doing a great job. DHS are now involved so why don't you just prove them wrong so they think they don't need to be coming around. Just concentrate your energy into your little girl and your boys as it will be better for them if you are not stressed. That said, vent all you like - We are all here for you when you need us. :hug:
Hi Simone
Sorry to hear you have been through a very rough time with DHS - quite frankly they're useless and should be spending their time running after REAL cases of child abuse and not harass an innocent mum like yourself. Don't feel guilty about the occasional glass of wine darls - it's known as "Mummy clever juice!" lol! From the sounds of it that Doctor has the problem not you!
Did you get the present I sent via Jess? Hope things have settled down for you now.
Take care.
Neeny (June Forum)
There was talk of taking the kids off me due to my "drug/alcohol abuse" but they couldnt prove it, so they couldnt take them. It was the scariest time in my life. They can leave kids with REAL druggie mums, who abandom them, or chop their arms off, but try to take them off real good mums! They a screwed up department.
I went into best and less today, they had some great kids clothes, i so could've spent loads of money... BUt im broke, so i satisfied myself looking :)
Neeny, i havent received it yet :( JEss is going thru some s**t atm, she mightn't have been able to get down to post it... Thank you though. You didnt have to do that!!
I dont give a S**T about DHS, im going out tonight. I need some "me" time, so my SIL will drag me out of the house (prolly literally) down to a local kareoke bar, where we'll have a ball, and there's talk of going nightclubbing... I cant even remember the last time i went into a nightclub... And im only 22!!
Man thats so harsh. If thats the case i must be an alcoholic along with thousands of other mums that have a drink or few....that nurse is obviously not a mother herself is all i can say.
I hope you are feeling better, dont beat yourself up, Anneliese loves you unconditionally and always will.
Thanks guys, i knew i could depend on ya's to pick me up when i feel like s**t... :)