OH Gracie! You poor thing. That's awful to have that to worry about, but it sounds like he is totally repentant about it, poor guy, I guess things just brewed up in him and he wasn't thinking clearly either. At least he stood his ground with him Mum and I hope it gave her some food for thought. Its bloody scary to think about what could have happened so try not to OK? You'll only get yourself all worked up and you don't need that. He's probably going to look a hell of a lot worse than he really is, so don't let that make you think it's really really bad when you first see him, it sounds like it was all superficial though. I hope all goes well when he goes to court too, surely there are more than enough extenuating circumstances to show that this is completely out of character for him.
Well Rainy I"m going out on a limb to say I think the hard work he put in laying it on the line with MIL shows a lot of strength of character AND wisdom so in a way it cancels out the silly bouncer episode. Because that sort of thing can unfold in a comedy of errors kind of way. It's good that he's upset and remorseful, much better than angry and not taking responsibility for what he's done, Kwim? Give him a big hug before you tear shreds off him!!
Trill, yes I spare you a thought out there on the farm whenever I hear about a farm accident. Sounds like you're very careful (as we knew you would be) but geez that must make you angry about your BIL.
Leanne, just relax and go with the flow. All told the travelling is really only a day out of your life and the benefits of going places and seeing and doing things far outweighs the strains of travelling. Why is why you're going!!
Rainy: oh big hugs comin' your way . I guess this trip for your DH was a really big emotional vortex for him, and unfortunately with a bit of happy juice in his belly, the built up anxiety about the front-off with his mum found an avenue of 'expression' at the local pub. it really sux, i am sorry that it had to happen. i hope that he is ok and the court hearing goes as well as possible.
on the mil front, it sounds like at least there is some finality at the very least. yay for your dh and your family! it must have been scary laying it out to her like that.
Sherie: yep we have one of the moron farm mob in our family. the have a dairy farm and are sooooo careless about chemicals and machinery it's not funny. they never (!) got rid of the outlawed stuff and it sits there still today. the number of 'accidents' they have had is not funny. i refuse to go there now, and miss L will never see the place. i have been to well managed farms and i know how good it can be, so seeing our family's place makes me sick. they think they are being tough and the like living the way they do...urrghh.
MD: woot woo on the dyson buy!! i saw on telly the other day that they were doing a 399 price!! how awesome is that?!!! i love my dyson.
Leanne: i hope you all have a wonderful time! you'll have to fill us in on the details (Including the flight management strategies LOL!). i am sooo jealous!!!!
in all honesty, it will be better than you think. the boys will probably be soo excited in the airport, that from what i have seen they kinda get tuckered out once the plane has taken off. you also get LOADS of freebies for the kids (colouring books and crayons). they'll love the little travel packs. also, there will be movies for them to watch and you are constantly being fed by the hostesses so that always provides cheap entertainment. you might find that they become obsessed with going to the toilet (so i recommend asking for a seat only a couple of rows from the toilet...sounds unappealing, but i soo prefer to be closer than far away and not knowing what the cue is like!! some good entertainment strategies is also trips to the water fountain (again near the toilets). they can fill up on loads of small cups of water LOL!
I also recommend packing a surprise bag for each of them (including bubs!). stuff they have never seen before and can be slowly brought out to entertain them.
other than that, lots of stoicism on your behalf and maybe some champagne! LOL!
AFM: not much happening here. L is teething (we think) as she is chewing on everything atm. and has been waking in the night.
we are pretty tired as a result, so have been trying to occupy ourselves out of the house as despite the glorious weather our poky vic terrace is dark as night....
Till: thx for you thoughts. It does make it very confusing.
Rainy: I wish my ex had the courage your DP does to stand up to his mother. Sorry to hear bout the brawl etc. Hope everything goes okay for you guys there.,
Leanne: you will be fine on our trip. Hope you have a gr8 3 weeks away.
Cally: hope you enjoyed your dinner & fingers X'd it wasn't chicken pox
hmm, boys are fighting ATM & I'm not sure wat about really, considering Alex is sitting right beside me.
Well it has been a little hectic, but happy belated festive season to you all.
MM- That boy falling under the tractor was so sad to hear about, farming equipment scares me. DH lost his thumb in a post driver and he is always so careful. It can just turn bad so quickly. I never let Lu out on the machinery with DH, she goes moving cattle in the ute but not on the tractor. Don't let all the wedding hooha get to ya. No matter what happens the day will come and go so run with i say!
Trill- I can NOT believe someone lets a kid in a hopper with an auger running??! That is just stupid.
G- Man it hasn't been the best festive season for you so far. Sounds like you and DH need a mini-break holiday, or even better i got a voucher for indulge at immerse for chrissy, you could come with me for a pampering day. It is great he told his mum how it is. Al least she knows now and with more than one person telling her, something has to sink in.
Poor DH and his beating. I feel your torn feelings. I would be so worried/mad/relived/angry all at once i wouldn't know how to react. But at least he is ok and knows he was a bit of a fool. Be nice to have him home.
We've had more gastro plus molars the last few days. A little lacking in the sleep department. Have been down at my parents place by the beach so it has been nice to get away and have a bit of a hand with Lu, although the family were all crook with the bug too. Looks like we're coming out the other side though! wooohoooooo. thank goodness.
If i don't get back on here before the newyear, happy new years to all!
Rainy - Well I must say I am proud of your DH for sticking up for you and speaking up to his mother. He really did well, I couldnt ever see my DP speaking up to his. I think that is fair enough to tell them to come down to meet their new grandson, but not to think about staying with you, the last thing you need is to bring your newborn home to a hostile environment. Hopefully they wont barge in on the birth or anything, but I think your DH has made it clear to keep away lol. As for the jail incident, he really does sound remorseful. I'm so sorry that your MIL is such a mean person. Even though I couldnt call mine mean, she is just an annoying/take control person really, but I had always hoped that I would have a MIL I could have a good, understanding relationship with. So its a bit of a let down, as I imagine it is with you especially seeing as you no longer have your own mum to turn to.
Trillian - Good to hear you take all those precautions with farm machinery and chemicals. That poor little boy he was only 4, what a way to go. What a situation to witness! As for the Gunnedah boy, was that the one on the news & they couldnt confirm what had happened to him? That must make you so angry knowing how irresponsible your BIL is with his kids, he should know better & I can understand why you never let your kids go with him.
Falguni - Oh no you lot have been through a rough patch! Did you pass the gastro on to the family or was it the reverse lol. How is your pregnancy coming along?
Clare - Hope you can get some sleep tonight!
MD - Well done on your Dyson bargain!
Well DP and I are off to the Perth Cup (like a mini Melbourne cup and everyone glams up) on New Yrs day...it will be 39 degrees!!!! I just sorted out my outfit before so getting excited now. We did have a bit of a babysitter dillema there for a bit, but the in laws have offered to take M. Only thing is, they are coming up on New Yrs Eve, so we are stuck with them that night & they will take M back down to their place (about 120 kms from ours) on New Yrs day as they are having a small party with friends, & she will then stay the night. SO I am looking forward to a full nights sleep but very nervous about her 1st sleep over with the in laws.
Well no sign of pox here!! She did break out in an allover rash for a day, so maybe she had roseola. Anyway, all is good now. She's having a sleep and I'm going to have to go and wake her up soon as we were supposed to be meeting friends 30 mins ago. They knew I'd be late, but I don't want to be too late - haven't seen a couple of them for more than 2 years!!
Rainy - poor DH. Good on him for sorting out the MIL situation though.
MM - have fun at the races.
Leanne - I'm sure the plane trip will go fine, Be Prepared!!
Ange - glad you're starting to feel better, sucks being sick at Christmas doesn't it?
Have a great New Years everyone - what are you all up to? We are having a family bbq at my sisters, then will be home for my normal 9:30pm bedtime. I've never really got the point of New Years......
You poor thing. That's awful to have that to worry about, but it sounds like he is totally repentant about it, poor guy, I guess things just brewed up in him and he wasn't thinking clearly either. At least he stood his ground with him Mum and I hope it gave her some food for thought. Its bloody scary to think about what could have happened so try not to OK? You'll only get yourself all worked up and you don't need that. He's probably going to look a hell of a lot worse than he really is, so don't let that make you think it's really really bad when you first see him, it sounds like it was all superficial though. I hope all goes well when he goes to court too, surely there are more than enough extenuating circumstances to show that this is completely out of character for him.
That is just stupid. 
It is great he told his mum how it is. Al least she knows now and with more than one person telling her, something has to sink in. 
A little lacking in the sleep department. Have been down at my parents place by the beach so it has been nice to get away and have a bit of a hand with Lu, although the family were all crook with the bug too. Looks like we're coming out the other side though! wooohoooooo. thank goodness. 
As for the Gunnedah boy, was that the one on the news & they couldnt confirm what had happened to him? That must make you so angry knowing how irresponsible your BIL is with his kids, he should know better & I can understand why you never let your kids go with him.
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