poor queenie- i remember those days-the pineapple/hot curry/dtd all to no avail. so frustrating! unfortunately mine went on for 2 weeks. i know what you mean about friends with c/s. i reckon i'm one of the only few of my mates who had their baby vaginally. sending you big vv. just stand your ground. my ob knew that i would only have a c/s as an absolute last resort so gave me longer and more of a chance to dilate tham it sounds like some of my friends were offered. lots of vv heading your way xox