Hello - I feel i know you all already.

[DIANE W]

Hi

I just wanted to say a big HELLO to everyone, however i have been lurking for ages and ages, so i do know a lot about you all.

I am from Cheshire, England, i live with my husband, who i have been married to for nearly 25 years, my gorgeous daughter who is 23, still lives at home - thankfully (just dont want to think about her EVER leaving home. And finally my little gorgeous Yorkie baby - Harvey, who is just over 3 years old and weighs 3.5lb. He is just my little angel, my daughter says i think more of him than her!!!! not quite true but it is extremely close - ha ha ha.

I work full time as a housing officer, placing people in social housing, i love love my job, but am actually off ill at the moment - i am recovering from swine flu, it has been very nasty, still really bad cough, but am feeling much better. I just hate being home though, when you are used to being active with work etc, it is a struggle for me doing nothing - only so much TV i can stand.

Thinking of things to tell you about myself............ Oh, we have a holiday home in Wales, which we try to get to as much as we can, its right by the sea and Harvey just loves the beach and chasing the seagulls - he can never catch them though, thankfully. We have moved to a new home 3 months ago, i now live in a bungalow, as opposed to a house - and i love it so much, best thing i ever did, so much easier to keep clean etc, we are very happy here.

Been thinking a lot about Christmas, and in a moments madness have invited all the family to us for Christmas day, 12 people in total, may not seem many, but to me its a big task - i am worried now, so wait until nearer the time!!!!!

Oh well i think i have waffled on too long already, i will enjoy being part of this site.

Thanks to Janet for the welcome.

Bye for now.

Diane

[Janet]

I'm go glad you told us about yourself. I feel the same as you...my son is 19 and I dread the day he leaves home. We are very close and he really keeps me going...lol.

I grew up in a small home...3 of us siblings in one bedroom...wow was it crowded. So I wanted a bigger home and now I've filled it. It's not huge, but a decent size 3 bedroom, but I need to get rid of some more things to make more room.

Now that you're here...quit your lurking and join in. Glad you're with us...you will love these ladies.

[paula1961]

Hi Diane! Welcome to 4WT! I have only been a member myself for a few short months but these ladies really know how to make you feel like part of the group! You'll love this site. I hope you get over the flu soon.

[judy]

Hi Diane!

Welcome, welcome!! Life sounds good for you and yours over there. How about some pictures? The beach house must be wonderful!

I hope you are feeling better from the swine flu. How long have you been recuperating? My daughter and my grandchildren had it about 3 weeks ago. They were very sick for a few days, and now it is gone. The children have been sick on and off since with other things, since they are in school and are constantly being exposed to other germs.

I am happily retired, living in the country in upstate NY for the past year and 1/2, and loving it. I am establishing a life for myself up here. I am going to meet the man of my dreams soon, I have decided! I am also putting my house together. I would like to finish up with getting everything organized here. I write, do pottery, found a Women's Network, and am meeting people and making friends.
I am originally from Brooklyn, which I do not miss. My daughter, SIL and 3 grandchildren live about 20 minutes away from me, which is just wonderful.

[DIANE W]

Originally Posted by Janet

I'm go glad you told us about yourself. I feel the same as you...my son is 19 and I dread the day he leaves home. We are very close and he really keeps me going...lol.

I grew up in a small home...3 of us siblings in one bedroom...wow was it crowded. So I wanted a bigger home and now I've filled it. It's not huge, but a decent size 3 bedroom, but I need to get rid of some more things to make more room.

Now that you're here...quit your lurking and join in. Glad you're with us...you will love these ladies.

Janet

I dont think the houses we have here are as large as you have, but i seem to have more space than i had in my house? I have had to be very careful with everything i took with me - i was quite a horder before, but was ruthless, and the charity shops all gained. It was a good time to do it when moving, and i feel so much better for the clear out.

I am the eldest of 2 girls, i sadly lost my mum 8 years ago, but my dad and sister are well, though they dont live close, its not too far to go see them.
I am very involved with my Aunt and Uncle (mums sister), who i care a lot for, they are like another mum and dad actually. I am very lucky, i get on very well with my husbands family too, though we have had our moments!!!!!

I will be around lots - you will get fed up with me!!!!, as i used to lurk - now i will join in - honestly.

[DIANE W]

Originally Posted by paula1961

Hi Diane! Welcome to 4WT! I have only been a member myself for a few short months but these ladies really know how to make you feel like part of the group! You'll love this site. I hope you get over the flu soon.

Thank you so much for the welcome, i am looking forward to getting to know everyone.

[DIANE W]

Originally Posted by judy

Hi Diane!

Welcome, welcome!! Life sounds good for you and yours over there. How about some pictures? The beach house must be wonderful!

I hope you are feeling better from the swine flu. How long have you been recuperating? My daughter and my grandchildren had it about 3 weeks ago. They were very sick for a few days, and now it is gone. The children have been sick on and off since with other things, since they are in school and are constantly being exposed to other germs.

I am happily retired, living in the country in upstate NY for the past year and 1/2, and loving it. I am establishing a life for myself up here. I am going to meet the man of my dreams soon, I have decided! I am also putting my house together. I would like to finish up with getting everything organized here. I write, do pottery, found a Women's Network, and am meeting people and making friends.
I am originally from Brooklyn, which I do not miss. My daughter, SIL and 3 grandchildren live about 20 minutes away from me, which is just wonderful.

Thank you for the welcome, i will try to get some pictures organised, i was diagnosed with swine flu, a week ago, and have gradually felt better, but it has now developed into a chest infection - so on antibiotcs, hopefully should be able to go back to work soon.

Wow...... you sound like you are having a very busy time, with everything, i have been reading about your house move, and the renovating etc. It sounds really nice, and it is a lovely feeling when you can sit back and see everything all nice and organised - mind you something usually crops up, no peace for long in my house Ha ha.

Diane

[highlans]

Welcome Diane, So nice to have to have you here especially as we are on the same time zone. I am from Berkshire.
All the ladies on here are lovely and so nice to chat about everyone's family and what they are all doing and get advice when needed.
Chris. xx

[Lindsey]

Welcome Diane! I'm glad you've decided to join in

[gja1000]

Hi Diane!
It's so nice to meet you! I'm 58 and a nurse from Texas. I teach nursing at a University here. I have two precious Yorkies, Rex & Rowdy! I have one daughter and 2 wonderful granddaughters who live only 10 minutes from me - I"m really lucky! I spend a lot of time taking care of my husband of 27 years, as he has many chronic illnesses and is retired.

We are so happy to have you here! Welcome and please post often!

[Blueyes]

Hey Diane! Welcome to 4WT!! I'm so glad you decided to join in. We were all new at some point.. and now we are all very close I'm 52, married to Mike for 35 years, have a son and dil in Seattle, Washington and a son, dil 2 grandsons and 1 grand daughter in Dallas, TX. They will soon be moving to Scotland.

I hope you recover quickly from the swine flu. Take care of yourself, and pass the time here with us

[DIANE W]

Originally Posted by highlans

Welcome Diane, So nice to have to have you here especially as we are on the same time zone. I am from Berkshire.
All the ladies on here are lovely and so nice to chat about everyone's family and what they are all doing and get advice when needed.
Chris. xx

Hello
Thanks for the welcome, i know what you mean about the time zone...... everyone is so friendly, and it is lovely to be able to chat. I am looking forward to getting to know everyone, and sharing - life -

Diane

[DIANE W]

Originally Posted by Lindsey

Welcome Diane! I'm glad you've decided to join in

Thank you - looking forward to getting to know everyone.

Diane

[DIANE W]

Originally Posted by gja1000

Hi Diane!
It's so nice to meet you! I'm 58 and a nurse from Texas. I teach nursing at a University here. I have two precious Yorkies, Rex & Rowdy! I have one daughter and 2 wonderful granddaughters who live only 10 minutes from me - I"m really lucky! I spend a lot of time taking care of my husband of 27 years, as he has many chronic illnesses and is retired.

We are so happy to have you here! Welcome and please post often!

Hi

I am really happy to be here, i am 45 (goodness doesnt life speed on?), it will be nice chatting to everyone - i will post often, honestly.....

Nice to hear about everyone and their lives - Kayley (my daughter) says i am NOSEY, but i like to describe myself as - interested in people!!!!! ha ha ha.

Diane.

[DIANE W]

Originally Posted by Blueyes

Hey Diane! Welcome to 4WT!! I'm so glad you decided to join in. We were all new at some point.. and now we are all very close I'm 52, married to Mike for 35 years, have a son and dil in Seattle, Washington and a son, dil 2 grandsons and 1 grand daughter in Dallas, TX. They will soon be moving to Scotland.

I hope you recover quickly from the swine flu. Take care of yourself, and pass the time here with us

Thanks for the welcome, i am really looking forward to getting to know you all, i am feeling much better now, still coughing a little bit, i will be returning to work soon - thankfully, just making sure i am properly well first.

Scotland is a wonderful place, we are going there for our holidays next year, touring the highlands - looking forward to it, and can take my doggy (Harvey), i really only go places i can take him - unless it is unavoidable.

Diane