Hi guys - what a day!!!

Thanks for your support over Coopers death - we still feel sad, but keep focussing on the positives. He was collected this morning (while I was at swimming with Chelsea) and will be cremated and returned to us in a beautiful rosewood box with his name engraved on a plaque - he will then take pride of place next to BJ (our other cremated great dane) on the bookshelf. I did tell Chelsea about him going to heaven because he got old and sick. She looked up at the sky and told me she couldn't find him. I told her she would have to wait until night time as he would be up with the stars. I posted a thread asking about advice and someone suggested planting a tree or plant in memory of him which I think I will do - Chelsea loves the garden and we might plant one in his favourite spot and she can help look after it. She was very happy with the explanation and told me she would miss him.

Bath - CC told me about the moo goo and I am going to try and get some. Marley has bad cradle cap and you said you got ride of Niall's with the Infant Scalp cream. I am definately going to try it - the cradle cap looks horrible and I hate picking at it.

IK - we will probably get another soon, but maybe not another big dog, they never live for very long! We will talk about in the coming weeks and see what we decide. Thanks for the website, have been reading lots.

Simone - to you. Men can be soooo insensitive, they have no idea. You are doing such a great job, give yourself a big pat on the back (and eat some chocolate!!!). Don't apologize for venting, that's what we are here for. To listen and support each other. Hope the boys (and you) feel better soon.

CC - you poor thing. I am really glad to hear the outside adventure helped (Bath has so many good ideas, she should put them in a book). Maybe swimming will calm her too. Stay positive and keep telling yourself you are doing a great job - we all go through periods where our babies don't settle (unfortunately!!!).

Rory - Wally needs to patent his wrap!!! I wally wrapped marley at 11.30am and she has only just woken up! This heat doesn't help but at least she is not hot. I showed another friend too today so the wally wrap will be a new phenomemen (sp?). Hope Flynn enjoys his pumpkin today.

How hot is it! Chelsea was playing in her clam pool in the yard and is now relaxed watching ABC kids! She is pooped.

Sorry if I have missed anyone - hectic day. Be back later for updates.