And Well done to lil Aim's bf too!

I hope to be ..............I started my computer class yesterday. Doing the desk top publishing module. Look out for some very stylish posts on here

How was it Soozy?

It was really good actually. The minimum required attendance is four hours a week (choose the hours yourself). It's very independent learning - you simply work through a book of instructions at your own pace but help is at hand if you need it.

I am completely self taught on the PC. I was fine on Word and Excel but the new office set up has altered a few things and I could do with  being taught properly.

I have entered at level 1 - the first part of the qualification is three modules (chosen by me) Word, Excel and Desk Top Publishing.

Then I can do another three at that level - one of which is Web Design which I'm really looking forward to. Mr Woo does a lot of 'Outside Catering' (fish and chips but also buffets and hot dinners) they are very popular with those in the know but it is a side of the business that needs promoting. I'm hoping that DTP and Web Design would be a good way to start.

Oooh that sounds interesting. Tell us how you get on Soozy 

I keep meaning to educate myself...sort of stumbling round pc - wise  

That sounds really good Soozy, I'm glad you enjoyed it, sounds like a very convenient set up

I think i must be insane.... I'm off to town soon to buy glue and crafty activities and possibly something for baby Archie . I'm taking the bus with all three kids, and Minime will no longer go in the push chair this will be interesting....

Cheers Roger and Jen.

Roger if you want to do it you should look into it. I think it's a National scheme ........what's more - IT'S FREE OF CHARGE

I have recently spent an arm and leg on 'crafting' bits and bobs for Christmas cards. My little Jack has made a few ......if you have a Works Jen they have loads of stuff............Wilkos is good too..

Good luck without the pushchair

Ta Soozy   Whats it called?

 That'll be a stress free trip... best of luck Jen  

I asked my boss...

Where do you want this big roll of bubble wrap?

Just pop it in the corner he said !

It took me three effing hours !

Killed?

a sign at my local pub that says 'Watch Football Live Here' I took my duvet with me 

poundland is good for that stuff too Soozy, as for traipsing 3 kids around town i didn't have to! I managed to leave one with dad and pop the little un into the shopping centers creche for an hour so it was just me and the eldest dashing around for an hour.

Anyone know if this is true?

More than likely Jen. It's not like it was in the old days of final salary pensions and such.

This was me.....

If you die while you are a contributing member of the Fund, the benefits that may be payable can include:

• a lump sum based on four times your pensionable pay;
• a spouse’s or civil partner’s pension; and
• in some instances, children’s pensions.

In my experience these were usually paid out, and if you died at work there were all sorts of extras. I always used to say to Mrs Jer, "If I ever collapse and die at home, bundle me into the car boot, drop me off on the wasteland by the river, and 'phone 'em up and  say, "My husband hasn't come home, is he OK?"

ie. Google are skinflints.

That big of a difference eh?

Awwwwwww just seen Prince George's christening on the news.

And in reply to Rosie , it is a City  and Guilds  qualification in IT.  I'm fairly certain it is a national initiative  to offer it for free in order to get the population IT literate. Ask at your local HE college.

I would love to go in and say,

"I was killed last year. Do I still have time to make a claim?"

Thanks Soozy  and good luck with your course

Did I miss something whilst on sabbatical?

I haven't seen Supes posting in ages ........I hope she didn't stop posting because I returned. Anyone know?

Highly doubtful.

I'm just watching Pirates of the Carribean with my own little Captain Jack.

Two of the soldiers play the main characters in 'Breathless' ........what a coincidence.

I'm off to see Archie.. and the reast of the family in a little while. I will finally get to give him a cuddle

Give him a cuddle from all of us 

Ooooooooooh lucky you. There's nothing like cuddling a new little baby.

i think I could end up as one of these crazy old women pushing a pram around with those realistic baby dolls in them. I just love babies ..............have fun Jen

 I hope you've had lots of fabulous cuddles with Archie today.

I'm so happy for you all xxx

And just so you all know, and I cannot even tell you why, but I have my face painted like a cat and have just spent the last hour trying to recreate Mungo jerry and Rumpleteaser brilliant dance with Mr C.

It didn't work out. But thankfully nothing was broken.

Cinds you never, ever fail to  me.

I have just put a bread and butter pudding in the oven for later. I'm still dieting but I will have 'a taste'. haven't made one for ages .......am salivating.

my life is boring in comparison to Cinds...........

I wouldn't change it though.

OMG, I v rarely look in these SIT type threads and I've just seen this, why ever would you think that 

Been busy with lots of rl stuff, including the untimely deaths of two close friends then on hol for 2 and a half weeks. Glad you're back Soozy 

Soozy, I sometimes think I forget my age 

 at that last sentence!

I know Joe, how sad.

Perfect Day always gets to me as I used to sing it to the boy when he was in intensive care.

Awww, RIP Lou, I loved him...not such a perfect day for him today :-(