STUFF WE JUST GOTTA SAY!
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Topic: STUFF WE JUST GOTTA SAY!
Posted By: Andie
Subject: STUFF WE JUST GOTTA SAY!
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 12:26pm
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Oh yes I was rude enough to put that all in capitals because I want people to read this one! (for those like me who open up about 3 topics a week). STUFF YOU'VE WANTED TO SAY TO PEOPLE ON HERE no, it's not juicy, it's mushy. Positive stuff only please, someone can open up a ranty topic if they wana do that instead! (he he he - now that would be good reading! Kellverona - I think that some women blossom into motherhood, and you are one of those women. Jaxon is lucky to have you for a mummy. Emma (Maya) - you impress me. Nikkiwhyte - I love your honesty. Janine (Mum2Paris) - I don't know how you do it! And BTW, all mums know that their children are the most beautiful in the world, but you really can believe everyone who tells you that your two are absolute stunners! Emeldee - your sense of humour rocks, and I love your whole approach to life! (edited to fix spelling)
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). Please don't be sad if you're not listed in here after lots of people have replied... it's not a popularity contest, I just think that sometimes there's things that need to be said that build people up, and it's worth saying them even though that means you haven't said something nice to all the other people - know what I mean? Please add your own things - they could be to someone you know really well or have never met and might have even only read a few posts from, but there are just some people who stick in your mind for whatever reason, and you think - if I could tell them one thing about themselves, it'd be...Replies:
Posted By: caraMel
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 12:55pm
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Andie, everything you say sounds so smart and sensible. I admire that. Plus, you are a sweetheart for starting this post. ------------- Mel, Mummy to E: 6, B: 4 and: 
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Posted By: Lissy
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 1:07pm
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Hope it is not tooooo mushy! MAYA - Is amazing. I admire her . JD - Even though she was the "Mystery Women" she seems like a very nice person. CHOVYNZ - He is soooo brave to take on us women on this site. NEEANDSAM (Renee) - You are doing an amazing job. Sam looks so healthy. EVERYONE ELSE- You all have such great advice. I am glad we are able to jump on this amazing site, and moan, giggle, cry and tell all our problems and not be judged! ------------- Harlan Drew DOB: 06.12.06 & Stepmum to Ethan & Christian, DOB: 25.02.99 |
Posted By: Mazzy
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 1:32pm
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Hmmm...everyone on here is pretty fabulous, but I know what you mean about people sticking in your mind. A few from me:
Nikkiwhyte: I always click on a post when I see you've replied, because you have such an interesting, thoughtful and funny take on life. I think you are one of a kind and doing such a great job with Hannah - she's so gorgeous! NeeandSam: It makes me smile to see you doing so well with your little man, you have such a great attitude and he's lucky to have you as his mum. Maya: I am in awe of how much you pack in to your life, you are an inspiration! Kels: You are such a lovely person, I know I don't know you very well, but always enjoy reading your posts. ErinsMama: Erin is such a cutie and you often make me smile with your posts. Kellz: You have fantastic taste in baby names!  and it was lovely to meet you at the Hamilton meet up.
KH25: Ashleigh is just gorgeous and I am in awe of you for your strength throughout her early arrival. It's nice to know someone so nice lives nearby, even if we haven't caught up yet! RubyDooby: Go the Hamilton Massive! Again, even though we only met briefly at the Waikato meet up it's nice to know you are one of the lovely ladies who are local to me. Have enjoyed our chats online so far and look forward to getting to know you and Brenna better. Warmfuzzies everyone! You are all cool, thanks for collectively making Oh Baby such a welcoming place! 
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Posted By: nikkitheknitter
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 2:18pm
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Aw
Gandt: I think you are a very wise woman 
Aimeejoy: You are so cute! Lizzle: Get back down to Welly... we need another gossip session. Melln: You are a brave chicko (actually - this is for all the single mamas on here. You are all doing such a great job!) Ginger: You also = brave. And hilarious. I love how generous you are! AlyAyde: You've been through a lot with Jadey kid when she was first born and I just wanna say - your girls have turned out lovely and you've done really well to get through all that and remain calm
Anna: You are a sweety and I always laugh at your posts (except the ones that involve vomiting - I promise!)
And to those who helped me through my paternity crap: I'm just reading the thread now and thinking how wonderful you all are for being there for me when I had no one else - Vick, Emma, Deborah, Ana, Roksana, Liz, Maria, Janine, Anna, Amy, Jen, Becs. Newmum: I quite miss you! And I have wanted to say for ages (now I'm out the other side) thank you so much for looking after me when I was going through the crap at the start of last year - couldn't have asked for a better friend! Jacobsmama: If I were going to get drunk one night, you'd be my drinking partner
Jack&Charli and My2angels: I can't wait until I can get down to CHCH and meet ya both! Maya: What everyone else said! Busymum: You are doing so well with 3 little ones, a pretty decent hubby, and remaining sane enough to crack a joke in virtually every post you make. Ahhh too many people to admire!! Emeldee, Neeandsam, Lyla and now Sterryn: Just wanna say you guys make me laugh Peace: I admire your passion and love your geekiness - I'm a closet ex-IRC geek
Becca: Heart of gold And Andie!: You are always really positive, love it. And you make me laugh quite often too! Miss: I'd have loved to have you as a teacher when I was younger Caramel: Have to second whoever said you have gorgeous children! Paws: I love that you are so supportive and accepting of all of us! (No matter our faults I also love to see that you got Maddie at the end of your TTC journey.
TwoBlondinis: You are another one of those smiley people who makes me smile Kirst: I love Ash's dark beautiful hair and her cute smile. She's cute and chubby like Hannah used to be! I wish I could cuddle her in person hehe Ella: Liz reminded me... you are a cutie and I'm glad there are young mamas out there like you doing us proud
Kaz: I love how much you love your family. I only wish when I marry I love my hubby as much as you love Kent! The men: You guys are awesome for coming on here and making posts among our talks about lack of sex drive and PMT. Refreshing. Hopefully you learn stuff about the womenfolk along the way (useful stuff... not just the gross stuff )
SMoody: You've made me an extended breastfeeding convert... so my next child *couIFEVERgh* will have you to thank for that! Leish: You are another one whose little family story I love. Your family is gorgeous - and Christopher sounds like he is turning into the loveliest young man. OK, I don't know many of the TTC ladies but... Bumblefoot: You are such a positive chicky! Very impressed and I hope you get your BFP very soon. Deb: You are such a cute little mama... hope you get the million kids you'd like. (That wasn't sarcasm! I promise! Though it was hyperbole) Becks: I think about you when I need to get off my butt and study. Unfortunately it doesn't make me do it! But I think you are fab for studying through your pregnancy when it wasn't all that fun. |
Posted By: mamanee
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 2:30pm
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Awwww I got two mentions! I feel so special! Thank you guys so much. It really means a lot to feel like I am doing a good job as to be honest I was never a very maternal person and having a baby really scared the crap outta me. Now that he's here, I just love him so so so much and could not imagine my life without him.
So thank you! Ok my turn. Maya You are so incredible! I admire you so much as a mother and an extremely talented writer (My biggest aspiration in life is to write). And at the Hamilton meetup when you told me Maya was named after Maya Angelou and I think I gave you a blank stare and then for ages afterwards I felt really ignorant and stupid because I didn't say 'Oh, that's awesome, one of my favourite singers names Maya Angelou as one of her biggest influences, so I can see why you would name your daughter after her as she is an amazing writer). But I didn't say it, and felt stupid. That probably didn't make any sense at all, but it kept playing on my mind, so I had to get it off my chest! caraMel Your two children are SOOOOO beautiful, and you always make me smile with your posts. You always have a kind word for everyone! Gandt Before I met you I thought 'Man that woman is strong, she tells it like it is!' Then I met you in person and I thought you were so lovely and friendly and welcoming to some of the shy girls that were there!' And your two boys are so adorable! I am glad that I am a part of this website/forum as I will be able to hear/read all about the new addition to your family! Oh and I can't forget Busymum! I love how honest you are when it comes to advice about anything from babies to pregnancy and life. You always have something constructive yet caring to share with us newbie mothers and I really appreciate your wisdom! These are the ones that spring to mind at the moment, but you know all the mothers and mothers to be on OHbaby are just awesome! |
Posted By: nuttymama
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 2:35pm
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Ginger - You are such a strong person and I love your writing Style.
Nikkiwhyte- You crack me up Gandt Thank you so much for keeping my mind sharp Maya- I still don't know how the heck you do it, you amaze me. I'll add more on later running late but to everyone else - You are the nicest most supportive women (and men) I have ever had the honour of knowing, and I thank you all for your advice, support and laughs.  ------------- Abigail 06/01/2005 Jayden 21/11/2001 Micheal 03/04/1997 |
Posted By: Paws
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 2:38pm
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Ginger - Your sense of humour and down to earth advice to people rocks! Your grit and determination is an inspiration. Re your blog - I don't think you will regret it....you are going to be an amazing mum!
Emma - You rock! Enough said really aye? I don't know how you do all you do but you do and all I can say is wow!
Deborah (Gandt) Your honesty and advice is invaluable. I may not always agree with what you say but I have a lot of respect for you because you are not afraid to say it! Toni - What would I do without you and our emial sessions!!??? ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: Maya
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 3:27pm
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I don't know what to say, what an awesome idea Andie! And I don't know where to start with you lot, you all amaze me in so many ways for so many different reasons. So I will make a start and come back and do more later.
MariaI'll never forget the first ever OHbaby! meet up with you and Alyssa, the girls were so tiny then! Looking forward to watching them grow together. Renee - You remind me a lot of me when I had Maya, and I think of you and Sam often. No matter what, you and him are going to be great because you have that spark and drive to go far in life, and you will. Anna (Rubydooby) - Anyone who would open up their house to me and my tribe having only met me once is very brave! We ad such a great time, you have to let me return the favour when you come up here sometime. Nikkiwhyte - you crack me up! Lizzle - Your boys are just adorable! Kellz - It frightens me to think of the miscief our three wenches will get into as they get bigger All the Oct '06 Mums - You guys rock, I am so glad my gremlins are October babies
Kels - Your strength inspires me Anna (just Anna ) - Thanks for all your support when I needed it - bring on the next title bout in the Babyweight Championships of the World!
Janine - You also inspire me, you are an amazing, amazing woman, and your girls are a credit to you. More to come, this is something for me to think on while I am strangling the child that broke my car -------------  Maya Grace (28/02/03)
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The Gremlins:Sienna Marie & Mercedes Kailah (14/10/06)
Lil miss:Chiara Louise Chloe (09/07/08)
Her ladyship:Rosalia Sophie Anais (18/06/12)
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Posted By: jack_&_charli
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 5:32pm
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i'm sure i need to add more but my fingers are almost frozen numb....
nikki you are such an amazing woman. hannah is a real credit to you, she's gorgeous. i just love your sense of humour emma wow! enough said ginger a true inspiration ------------- http://www.alternatickers.com"> 
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Posted By: james
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 6:21pm
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what a wicked idae
emma-wow as the outhers have said you are a aamazing woman i relly dont know how you do kia kaha and lots of aaroha coming your way -busymum-3 under 3 wow i love how you are so honest and caring and all the while still being a great mum nikki- u insprier me as a follow single mum and one day i will be studing for a better life and when it starts getting to hard its you i will think of togetme thur i cant think of anymore lol too cold down here me thinks but a huge thank you to all the mummmys on here for your surport ------------- <a href="http://lilypie.com"><img src="http://b4.lilypie.com/nLJ5p13.png" alt="Lilypie 4th Birthday Ticker" border="0" /></a> |
Posted By: pepsi
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 6:39pm
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Posted By: caraMel
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 6:42pm
Pepsi, you are an amazing housekeeper and you have a wicked sense of humour  ------------- Mel, Mummy to E: 6, B: 4 and:
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Posted By: caraMel
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 6:43pm
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Renee! Thankyou! ------------- Mel, Mummy to E: 6, B: 4 and:
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Posted By: AnnC
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 7:26pm
LOL can I be as bold as you?? ------------- Ann 
Also Mum to Josh (15) and Brooke (10) |
pepsi wrote:Posted By: nikkitheknitter
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 7:27pm
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I've got one for you Ann!
Ann: I love to see how your little family worked out and I only hope I can achieve the same thing. Your kids seem lovely |
Posted By: nikkitheknitter
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 7:28pm
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Oh yeah, and Pepsi: You created a pretty damn gorgeous baby. Well done on the gene selection (And I also love your geekiness too! )
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Posted By: busymum
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 8:03pm
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Oh boy, where to start....?
Emma - it's always fun to see what you have to say [font=1](especially in the rampant consumerism thread, you don't have a saving bone in your body!!! )
Peace - we really got off badly to start with but I've grown to like you. And your charting experience has been great too. Nikkiwhyte - you're a heap of fun and I saved your PM telling me to "shoosh" for aaaaaaages because it cracked me up every time! LMAO CaraMel - I always remember how generous you were with the baby bath and "rocket", we still use the rocker and the baby bath is stored for next time Actually that just reminded me of who I could lend it to, she's due next week!
Ginger - I love your wit!! But I also really love how you have been waiting TTC for such an awfully long time and even though it gets you down, you can totally say to someone congrats when they get pg. Bombshell and Ginger - I feel that we're somehow connected cause we've all worked in the same field. How dumb is that! But I do enjoy "hanging out" with you. (BS read that as "following each other around when everyone else has gone to bed" )
Bumblefoot, Noodle, and everyone else in an extended TTC time - I really feel for you and watch your progress (and sometimes just wait for it ) with caring anticipation.
Janine - I'm glad we have girls the same age and live in the same city. It's a pain you had to move and we couldn't go for a walk together after all but never mind.
Luana (James' mum) - thanks Although it's really only 3 under 4
Aimeejoy and Toni - thanks for the awesome FB deal (they finally arrived today Toni  )
rug_nz - you always jump in with two feet (and in muddy puddles!) but it sure makes for entertaining reading!
Claire (Redbedrock) - thanks for keeping me company in my recent pregnancy, even though your little girl wanted to meet 2006
Oh boy... there's so many! Now I feel bad that someone hasn't come to mind right away! ------------- |
Posted By: Maya
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 8:04pm
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AnnC - taking one kid to London nearly sent me to the looney bin, congrats on being brave enough to do it with three, and survive!
Lu - the little hats you sent the gremlins are in their Memory Box, it was such a sweet thing for you to do and I'll never forget it, it made my day when they arrived, and they helped me to tell the gremlins apart when they were tiny Vick and Robyn For your honesty in admitting that things aren't always easy and making me feel like I'm not so crazy after all. My Auckland coffee ladies Oh to escape the kids every couple of weeks for a night of cake and brownie! [;) Bombshell For being saintly enough to put up with BSDH! ------------- Maya Grace (28/02/03)
(02/01/06)
The Gremlins:Sienna Marie & Mercedes Kailah (14/10/06)
Lil miss:Chiara Louise Chloe (09/07/08)
Her ladyship:Rosalia Sophie Anais (18/06/12)
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Posted By: lizzle
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 8:14pm
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nikki - for being the one to jinx me by asking if I was pregnant when I casually asked when people got their periods back after having babies - as it had been 8 months and no periods
Janine - for helping to destress re:above! and for having very distinctive girls so I can recognise you in the street and not feel bad having maybe snobbed you Aimeejoy - for chatting to me at the very first Palmerston ladies meet up at Lollipops - BTW my mum thought you were lovely and asked about you every so often! Roksana - for letting me ask dumb Muslim questions, and not feeling too stupid while I did it - among other things Ana - for talking to my japanese friend lots when I brought her to our mett-up and making her feel really welcome. Pepsi - I think it is so cool that you are part japanese. i love japan. (i've got the right person right?) gandt - whenver you show another photo of your boys in mischief I curse you, and thikn dear god, that will be mine next. I'm hoping I cope as well as you. Emma - just for being you Maria - I love your girls hair! have said so so many times. AND i love that you gave Alyssa that flight for her birthday - coolest present EVER Lu - you and your sister are such a crack up! I love little Jame and Hemi Ella - Mikey is such a cutie, you and your sis are such sweethearts too. Ginger - for helping me understand what my friends are going through. everytiome I go to say "your time will come" or "just relax" I stop, and remember some thing you wrote about some kinda punching....and I stop. Annie - i too am a rock chick at heart, but have finally faced my untimely departure from the school of rock, and realise my singing will remain in the shower, not on stage. And you have good taste in names (jacob is near enough ey!) vick and lou - for explaining your various problems and being so brave doing so. it has really helped me understand what people go through and made me more understanding I think chovynz, rugnz, bsdh - for the male point of view - sometimes appreciated! jake&charli - no reason to write really....just wanted you to see your name and know someone was thinking of you. I'm so about to finish this and go "d'oh, forgot...." I will be back I'm sure! |
Posted By: busymum
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 8:19pm
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Posted By: Chovynz
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 8:21pm
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Well I think this thread is a great idea, but I dont really know most of you enough to comment, i think. I only have a few things.
Maya: you are great admin of this site. I get the sense from other posts and topics that you allow alot of freedom that I've not had with many other forums. In fact the admin team as a whole is good. I think...
Andie: Your full of it! No i mean it! Good ideas! Your full of good ideas! Actually I appreciate seeing you on this forum cuz it gives me a different perspective on who you are and the things I DONT hear about from J (before you shoot him, thats not much either). Because I know you guys in RL, it's good seeing 'the other side's perspective' if you know what i mean.
BSDH: I gave you advice about 'holding your daughter in the shower' when i didn't even know you. After seeing a picture of you I was like 'Holy CRAP! he doesn't need advice from me!!' I hope you appreciated my advice as was given and not taken as 'he thinks he knows it all' I think your kids will be safe with you. Busymum: Your name is apt. You already know partially what I appreciate about you. For everyone else who wants to know some of it http://www.ohbaby.co.nz/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=8119&PN=9 - see this thread thunderwolves: I like your avatar
Bombshell: I think your cool. I like your posts. a lot of them make me laugh. Sorry that's it. I cant really think of any more. Course that might have something to do with I've been in board meetings for 2 days and feel brain dead....
------------- Defending the male species since 1980
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Posted By: fattartsrock
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 8:29pm
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ok. Had a think.
I'll do "awards" Award for "keeping it real" - saying what you think and making no apologies, having balls, call it waht you will, but I love reading your posts...GandT and Bombshell Award for Comedy - making me laugh, splutter tea on moniter, spit crumbs on keyboard, but I love reaing your posts ...Lizzle, Ginger, Emeldee, AnnC, Ana, Nikki and Ginger honourable mention ..Jack and Chali,Pepsi, Caramel, Paws and Toni Award for solo parenting in a tough world - you make me ashamed to think I often catch myself going "bloody solo mums (only to the bleach blonde belly out brigade..) but I love reading your posts ...James, Melln, Nikki honourable mentions to Daikini, AnnC and all you other ladies who managed to get there in the end... (emma esp.) Award for "We're all in this together" - All you Jan/Feb/March mums, you all rock, being fat and preggo during the heat of summer... Award for busy mums with more than one child - Daikini, Busy mum, Kels, Emma Award for nice, lovely and friendly - .Aimeejoy, Kelz, Janine - admire you alot, Andie, Lissy Award for Fave M/B goes to Ana (newmum) You have become a great friend and we just love Joe Joe
Emma, your kindness and honesty blows me away, you are an inspiration. Nikki, I'm coming for you with a bottle of something alcoholic I'VE FORGOTTEN LOTS, I KNOW, DON'T FEEL LEFT OUT, I AM BEING DISTRACTED BY CORO ST... MORE TO COME. ------------- The Honest Un PC Parent of 2, usually stuck in the naughty corner! :P |
Posted By: fattartsrock
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 8:32pm
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And, I wanted to say, Chovy, Rug, BSDH Love the male P.O.V... ------------- The Honest Un PC Parent of 2, usually stuck in the naughty corner! :P |
Posted By: Chovynz
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 8:34pm
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awwww. tanks.
Actually you reminds me. Rug: You got balls man. If any of these ladies actually found out where you lived.... well lets just say...Band of Brothers. You also got my respect for being a SADH. It aint easy. Hope you find it easier than I do (when i do - which aint often).
I dunno who else is a SADH here but you got my erm... respect. ------------- Defending the male species since 1980
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Posted By: fattartsrock
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 8:36pm
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Kazzle I admire you for all your battles and coming out with a smile on your dial, SMoody your posts make me smile and think I'm glad I'm not the only one..ReneeYou're doing a fab job... and , your posts are refreshing and honest, and AlyadeYOU NEED TO POST MORE!!!I MISS YOU! ------------- The Honest Un PC Parent of 2, usually stuck in the naughty corner! :P |
Posted By: Maya
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 8:39pm
Teehee, giggle giggle
SMoody For all the weird questions that you ask about our daily habits that strangely fascinate me and that I never knew I always wanted to know the answer to! ------------- Maya Grace (28/02/03)
(02/01/06)
The Gremlins:Sienna Marie & Mercedes Kailah (14/10/06)
Lil miss:Chiara Louise Chloe (09/07/08)
Her ladyship:Rosalia Sophie Anais (18/06/12)
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Posted By: busymum
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 8:43pm
Chovynz, are you flirting? Oh hang on, don't I know you IRL??
teehee, says the woman who giggles at uncomfy flattering even though I love it! ------------- |
Posted By: Lissy
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 8:45pm
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See it is the males that keep us giggling...... ------------- Harlan Drew DOB: 06.12.06 & Stepmum to Ethan & Christian, DOB: 25.02.99 |
Posted By: nikkitheknitter
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 9:47pm
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Katherine! I almost forgot Katherine. For being another fab admin chick who makes me laugh with her rants about MIL
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Posted By: AnnC
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 9:53pm
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Gosh I wrote this out before I posted it and KNOW i have forgotten someone so may have to ETA...
'MY' November 06 Mummies kels, Becca (daikini) Debbie, SuziE (although technically a oct mum we are claiming you ) xandersmum, herewego, andysmummy - You all keep me sane. We share the 'curse' together abd can laugh about it even though it fustrates the He#l out us. Thanks Debbie for the 'Wanted' poster. What a laugh. (Note see page 32 on Nov 06 thread) Also a mention to Bailey_Aidan mum - where are you?? Hope alls well.
Maya (emma) - Your wit with the 'gremlins' and Maya always makes excellent reading. Also your knowledge and expertises is much appreciated. Nikkiwhyte -Your posts make me chuckle. carmel - cause I know you IRL and enjoy your friendship and that lil girl Piper - gorgeous. dads- whether you are SAHD or dads who come on here to 'talk' - THANK YOU. We need more of you around to tell it like it is and not afraid to show your emotional side. kels - For being as addicted to ohbaby as me
ethansmummy -Thank you for being so open. fattartsrock- cause of your user name. I actually took it as something to do with farts at first - LOL at me GandT - although we have had words - which I still feel embarrased about. I appreciate you being true to yourself and being you. all the solo parents - well done. I have been there I know its not easy and I know ihave missed so many out so to all you mums (and dads) on here that keep me comingback 20 times a day (?? ) and refreshing 100 times a day (???)
 THANK YOU  ------------- Ann
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Posted By: Konagirl
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 9:55pm
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Wow, this thread just sums up this site. I barely know anyone here but all my anxious, nearotic, crazy questions are all answered with warmth and good humor. You guys are all amazing. ------------- Angel babies Mar '04, Oct '08 and Sep '09. |
Posted By: Bombshell
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 10:07pm
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IM sorry but will say what i think...yet again....and not just cause it took like 20 posts or something for someone to mention me...
but this reminds me of school...and having cliques and missing people out.... and i went through the posts thinking what about this person or that person or her or her or him????? I have to say despite the nice comments on here and the warm fuzzies there are so many awesome people (male and female) that contribute to this site and forum that have NOT been named or mentioned at all that I feel this thread has left out tooo many people for me to feel good about the comments made here. I am feeling so bad for some awesome people on this site who have been ignored by this thread.... |
Posted By: Mazzy
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 10:33pm
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Well, at the risk of causing an arguement, I disagree - this thread made me smile and want to come back and talk to people even more and be more of a part of what is obviously a close community. What a love-fest!
And I haven't even been mentioned! But that's ok because I'm more of a random poster and tend to do 'yes I agree with this person' posts because I'm always joining the conversation late and people have already said what I want to say! And I have to think too hard to be witty and usually post at night when my brain is fried. So I wasn't expecting to be mentioned because no-one knows me much.
But I have really enjoyed this thread and seeing the connections between people, how they know each other, which aren't always obvious just from reading through the boards. I think that's what I like about it most. That said, this thread did remind me of the last one that caused problems and I was waiting for something like this to come up. It's not nice that you feel like that BS, and it's true, I totally forgot people in my post - but there are so many! If anyone is feeling left out, that isn't nice either. I hope that isn't the case. Oh Baby is more than the people listed in this thread, but I'd like to think this thread is a good representative of what Oh Baby is about, if that makes sense? It seems that those who have posted here have tried really hard to acknowledge that. On the good side, maybe it will entice people to post more and be part of the love fest, or get some of the senior members who don't post much anymore to come visit more? I don't know. I really hope this doesn't become an arguementative topic, because I don't get the vibe that people are being cliquey, just randomly doing shout outs! It's making me see who everyone is and reminding me of people to talk to - it gets confusing out there! So come on people, speak up! If you post, I'm sure there will be many nice things said about you! Phew! Can I ramble on a bit more??! And for what it's worth, Bombshell, it was really neat to meet you at the last Hamilton meet up. For some reason our brief hello and chat has stuck with me, I think because you were so nice and easy to talk to, when I was feeling very nervous and shy. And of course I think Gabriella is just gorgeous, how could I forget her! Nuff said.
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Posted By: AnnC
Date Posted: 28 June 2007 at 11:01pm
I was the one that got offended with the last one and felt bad about it afterwards because I realised that it wasn't to upset anyone nor a 'popularity contest' (yep those were my words) but just something nice to say about ppl. So I decided to join in this one - to take it as it is 'something nice to say to someone'. BS unfortunatley I haven't had the honour of 'talking' to you but hoped to cover everyone with my ending comments. I didn't get mentioned till later (or at least till I followed pepsis lead and 'ahemed')either. So from the one who caused the 'trouble' last time.. lets keep it as it was intended. (see I really am conformed) ------------- Ann
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Posted By: BSDH
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 6:06am
Oh gezz! It's a bit fluffy isn't it???
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Posted By: Chovynz
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 6:31am
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^ Ahahhahhahahhahahahahah
As for BombShell's post, I hear what your saying but also disagree. I think if anyones feeling left out they should speak up (like pepsi did - that was great!) IF you want a pat on the back say so! Bombshell if you think someone(s) is are left out say something about them. Might be a long post but it'll help you and maybe them ------------- Defending the male species since 1980
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Posted By: nuttymama
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 7:21am
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I'm sorry bombshell I totally disagree. I say we keep this thread with the thought that was intended. I have been on this site for nearly three years and there are still so many people I don't know and heaps of people that don't comment on my threads. Of course there are going to be groups that know each other better that's not high school that's real life! We all have different wants and needs from this site. I was never mentioned in the other thread and I never took it personally. Most of the ladies have said they will be back or at the bottom of their post thanked everyone. Come on get in the spirit.
------------- Abigail 06/01/2005 Jayden 21/11/2001 Micheal 03/04/1997 |
Posted By: Paws
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 8:13am
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I don't feel like this one (unlike the last one where I did feel it) is a popularity contest....I feel it is more an oppotnity to send out some warm fuzzis and that's cool.
oh and before I forget Emeldee - Thank you for always making me laugh and your honest down to earth advice!!! ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: Sarah Beth
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 8:39am
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I have to say I kind of agree with BS, but more so because I am not mentioned and wonder if perhaps I should spend more time here and I would get a mention (and am really tired at the moment so a bit emotional). Nice warm fuzzies for others, upset not to see my name ------------- "> 
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Posted By: nikkitheknitter
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 8:39am
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I keep thinking of people all night long. And Bombshell, you were one of them! So despite what you have just said about this being a popularity contest - you get one too!
Bombshell: I love your name and your outspoken nature. Also your hubby is good for laughs. And you are doing really well with a young babe (who isn't so young anymore!) Love your sense of humour
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Posted By: nikkitheknitter
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 8:41am
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And SarahBeth: You get one because I think you are incredibly brave getting help for possible PND before it got too bad... not everyone is that strong or can recognise symptoms. Your little man is a lucky kid.
The reason people get missed out is because of the goldfish memory that I (and many others) have. I love Ann and Pepsi speaking up! |
Posted By: lizzle
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 8:46am
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oooh, i have more too
bombshell (and not just cause you felt bad) I love your daughter's name Meow - i love how crafty you are... actually that goes for lots of people Kazzle - i love that you were in the nzww and I could say, hey I know her (i didn't add "internet friend" cause that sounds too geeky and I do have my reputation to think about) Deez - did the same with you in the treasures and I lovet hat you organised the secret santa and I'm pretty sure sent presents to those people who missed out. so nice Katherine - nice to see someone else has in-law problems...well, not nice for you but it's nice that someone else understands the torment sarahbeth - jusdt recently I've realise we have the same ideas about quite a few things - can't remember what...but I mentiohned it before. JD - who WAS that. it bugged me And Janine again, for letting me torment her about what Ayja's name was going to be (I was betting on Reese) I'll be back!!!! |
Posted By: SMoody
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 8:46am
I am going to admit that I most propably know the kiddy faces before I know the nicknames and the names of the people. 
But all you girls have made me feel welcome from the beginning. And yip Emma I might have asked the weird questions about habits but hey it can be interresting hey? (it was more to see if I was normal compare to the other SA forum I am on. )
You guys have given me valuable input into raising a really stubborn but lovebable kiddy. I am really glad I found this forum and cant wait to meet more of you guys. Will try and sit down a bit later and actually make a list of people. Sitting with a headcold so might not be the best time. ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: nikkitheknitter
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 8:53am
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Meow: You were another one I was thinking about last night... but I feel like I know you in real life more than on here now Anyway, you are my craft inspiration! And Ella has to be one of the brightest little chickens I have ever met. She's so cute! (P.S. Read the other day that "gifted children" often don't sleep much - explains a lot aye?)
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Posted By: Lissy
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 8:59am
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Oh dear.... Hey I only got a little mention. I think it is nice to have something said about you, but there are soooo many people on this, it is hard to remember everyone. Dont be tooo upset BS. ------------- Harlan Drew DOB: 06.12.06 & Stepmum to Ethan & Christian, DOB: 25.02.99 |
Posted By: Bumble
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 9:32am
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A big warm fuzzy to everyone out there...
You have made me laugh, cry, giggle and every other emotion under the sun! I know that if I am having troubles, or want to share ~ you are all here to listen and offer advice! (Thanks to you guys, I now HAVE to go onto the net every morning (before brekkie even!!!) and at night, just to see what the happenings are) I have felt very welcomed. Sometimes it is a bit cliquey, but hey! that is life!! So... BIG BIG Warm Fuzzies to ALL ladies (And gents!!) here!! XXX ------------- formerly known as "Bee" Ethan ~ March 2003 Big 6 year old school boy! Micah ~ Aug 2008 ~ Smiley pants who loves telephones! |
Posted By: nuttymama
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 9:46am
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OK here goes, If I missed you out I am so, sooo sorry!
Lissy,Jack & charli, Danni-Chick and My 2 Angels Thank you all for making me feel so welcome at the meet up, you all made what was a very hard situation for me so pleasant and I can't wait to meet up again. And N.Z Piper, Lou, Mummy2onw,Shelleybean,becsscolly,Emma_gabysmama and Lisa I can't wait to meet you guys at the next few meet ups. And also any other Christchurch mum's that aren't on the contacts E-mail. I am naming the following people and thanking them for their support during my unsupportive Husband thread as you all made me feel so much better and it's nice to know I don't suffer alone. And he felt really stink to find out so many thought he was a Pratt and promised to pull his head in so thank you!!
mum2emj, Alyayde, Leish,Pepsi,Smoody,Busymum Miss,nikiwhyte,two blondinis,rug nz,maya,Rackhell J>D,wrxchic,aimeejoy,gandt,Andie lizzle you always have something nice to say and are such a positive person. ------------- Abigail 06/01/2005 Jayden 21/11/2001 Micheal 03/04/1997 |
Posted By: my2angels
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 9:58am
| Im not trying to be nice here (and I do get what your saying BS) but I would be listing everyone on here for different reasons if I was to name people. This forum has been there for pretty much everything thats happened to me in recent years, from helping name my wee girl to supporting me through the anxiety depression stuff. Its so nice to know you can come on here and your not the only nutty one and that even those who arent are still supportive. So thank you everyone. |
Posted By: 11111
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 10:08am
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Sorry, but I have to agree with BS. Not becasue 3 pages down no sighn of my name. Andie I know you really ment this to be all lovely and warm, but maybe some PMing would have been a better way. Sorry don't mean to sound like a downer, but I must say it is a little disharetning to not see your name and I have been here for ages. Anyway aside form that I do have to say that I love oh baby there are so many lovely ladies on here that have stood by me when my moaning prob got too much. So thankyou. ------------- Deborah Mum to:   
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Posted By: pepsi
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 10:08am
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Well, I have to say that I have found <insert your name here> to be the person who really makes this site what it is. <insert your name here>, I like the fact that anyone can post a question or picture here on this site and you will always give an opinion or comment to share your views.
Not to mention your beautiful child/children/feotus <insert their name(s) here>, whose adventures or photos I love seeing. So, <insert your name here>, you're the best! 
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Posted By: nikkitheknitter
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 10:17am
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Deborah - my post is being added to all the time. Yours was added before!
And argh. I didn't want this to turn out like the other thread (where I tried to be all non-committal) this one I decided to name people who I have had personal contact with and who I think might need a bit of a pat on the back. Those that haven't been mentioned are because of my memory or because you don't "need" a comment. Ah well... that just means I'm not gonna add any more. Can't be arsed if it is gonna turn into another angry session. Just take it for what it is. |
Posted By: 11111
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 10:20am
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Oh that is not want I want either Nikky. I am feeling a lttle over senstive today and prob took it was too personal. ------------- Deborah Mum to:
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. Posted By: MelanieAndBree
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 10:25am
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i wouldnt know who to mention...
Babyonboard, ladyluck, umm... and everyone else.. Ya all are lovely. Really. Any questions i have they are always answered. Everyone is so helpful so, i think everyone deserves a mention. But i aint typing out all the names lol. ------------- Melanie. Mum to Briahna Robyn, 3yrs |
Posted By: 11111
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 10:27am
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Nikky I went back and saw you added thank's. For the record I have alwy's love reading uour post of honesty and think anyone who is doing this on their own are amazinling strong peple. So big up's to you oh and Hannah has to be one of the cutest little girl's. ------------- Deborah Mum to:
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Posted By: caraMel
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 10:36am
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LOL Pepsi!!
I don't think it is a bad thing to make public mention of people you have admired/respected/whatever every time you read their posts. I think it is just a lovely way of making them feel special. To me it doesn't mean anyone not mentioned isn't special too. There are heaps of people on here that I think that way about, I'm even sad enough that I look forward to their responses to posts because I know how smart/funny/helpful etc they will be. I just don't have enough time to write a list of them all... darn kids, encroaching on my forum time! Anyway, my point of view, not meant to offend.. love you all!!!   ------------- Mel, Mummy to E: 6, B: 4 and:
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Posted By: Bel
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 11:05am
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I loved the idea of the warm fuzzies (though have been waiting for the comments about this not being a good idea! – got a sense of dejavu…), I don't often post on pages outside of October 07 babies - but am often lurking around keeping up with what is happening…
I think that all you guys are great, and hope that I can be half the mother that you all are! This site has helped me understand my pregnancy, and find answers to some questions that I might have been to scared to ask anyone IRL. I won’t mention names, cos I don’t really know anyone, but am hoping to pop into the Botany meetup so then I will know some people! Also thanks to those with suggestions of what to do with my rash & crazy itching! ------------- Mum to two beautiful kids
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Posted By: 11111
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 11:18am
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I think Bel you have sumed up this site nicely that is exactly what is all about. And I am sure you will be agreat Mum. ------------- Deborah Mum to:
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Posted By: mum2paris
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 12:51pm
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Ok here goes, I don’t think I can ever really say enough about you all really. I have been here through so many interesting times.
So… to all the ladies who helped me thru my studies and kept reminding me it was all worth it even when I was crazy from lack of sleep and trying to be supermum.. he he. Lizzle, maria, Vanessa, annie, Ana, Deb, Deborah, Emma and oh my god there are so many more too who have been here along the way, (have had not much sleep again so can’t remember names) everyone has been there to give me a push in the right direction and a pat on the back.. Andie – for starting this post, it made my night after a hard day at work Nikki, for being just as bad at actually DOING assignments as I am, and for having to procrastinate on here (which is what I am doing now). And being so honest.. you make me laugh, Hannah sounds like a real mischief which is where ayja is headed, I am storing up your tips and pointers on parenting a strawberry blonde child with a strong personality, I feel I am going to have to start using some of your tactics myself. Emma for helping me thru heaps of stuff, for always making time for all us ladies even though I am very very sure your time is something that is stretched to the limits with your busy life and beautiful girls to contend with! Lizzle: for making me laugh so hard at all the weird and wonderful names you actually suggested for Ayja.. am wondering how crazy/cruel you think I am.. were you the one who suggested oprah? PMSL! Teresa: I am very sure that somehow, we will end up going for that darn walk! Your girls are beautiful and you are so caring and genuine. I admire how you manage with 3, and only hope if I am ever in that situation that I will be able to do as well as you. Becs: for being my preggy buddy with Ayja &harmony.. for listening and understanding all the whinges about everything pregnancy related and betting on who was going to pop first. G&T.. I love how you are honest too, you don’t mince words, and you don’t just tell people what they want to hear, you give them the facts, I also love reading about your kids antics with food, although I am sure you don’t love the clean-up! Deborah – for giving me a blast from the past, and helping me remember bits about growing up that were not the bad bits, for remembering things about my family that I probably had forgotten. Lol I admire all you have had to go through in the past few years with mums and mothers in laws etc, you are a strong person. Roksana: for constantly saying i'm a supermum, lolol, it makes me crack up because alot of the time I definately don't feel i am, having someone think that makes me feel a bit better sometimes if i am starting to feel like everything i'm trying to do is piling up on me and is about to fall.... And…. EVERYBODY, who helped me through all the crappy things that have happened to us this year, who gave me hope in that horrible one week I had to wait, who shared stories of loss with me and helped me out with info about D&C’s. It helped sooo much to talk about things. Also, now all the newbies who are chatting with me on the TTC threads, I hope you all get your bundles, it’s so worth the wait, but I hope the wait’s not too long. And last but not least.. Ginger, for writing down all your thoughts on that awesome blog, for sharing your journey with us and for being so darn funny!... oh, and for not being afraid to admit you have a bit of a thing for expensive kitchen utensils. lol ------------- Janine and her 2 cool chicks, Paris & Ayja 
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Posted By: nikkitheknitter
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 12:57pm
| Sorry to all, I shouldn't have been rude with my last post. I just knew this would turn into another contentious topic but decided I'd try and include as many as I felt "close" to anyway - maybe I should have kept it shorter to avoid the inevitable. Missed a million others but I think most of them know that I love them anyway. |
Posted By: Andie
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 1:59pm
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Maybe it's a good time for me to share WHY I started this thread. I did think about just PMming people, and have done so in the past, but y'know what? That's fine and dandy because I get to say what I wanted to them, but then that's it. I started this one off as a thead because I wanted to invite lots and lots of people to do the same, to go and fire off the thoughts that they have of other people here that build them up. And I'm glad I did - this is far cooler than just my few little messages to people - obviously there's lots of us here with similar thoughts for people on here as I have. It's not about whether or not you are named here and something nice is said about you - it's about what you can say to someone else to build them up, and if a spin-off of that is that people hear some really positive things about themselves, then what better side-effect could you ask for for your actions?!?. Please don't dampen for some people the chance to be admired and supported because you might offend those who weren't. I wasn't specifically named in the 'people I'd like to meet' thread but I still thought it was a good topic, and lovely for those who got a shout-out. And still, some ladies here have done a general message of appreciation that includes everyone here - I'd take that as a personal compliment! Why not? ------------- Andie |
Posted By: busymum
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 1:59pm
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The thing is with these things, is that the people who post most often - or most often in the last week, say - are of course going to come to mind first! If it's going to offend you, stay away! I don't mean that in a horrible way. If we all just sat here and purposely said only the things that wouldn't offend anybody, then we'd get nowhere!
Anyways, I wanted to add Becca (Daikini), it was fun meeting you a couple of months back, I still can't believe you got so lost in Palmy LOL! And it's funny how we have DHs with the same name (I still tease my DH about when I told him you were married to a 'chovynz' Hahahaha). ------------- |
Posted By: busymum
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 2:10pm
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snap Andie! ------------- |
Posted By: daikini
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 2:11pm
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Yeah, Teresa, I can still hardly believe I got so lost either! Here's hoping I don't have that much trouble in Wellington!
There's so many people on here that have meant so much to me at different times and stages... I'm not going to attempt to name you all, because I'll just end up going through almost the entire memberlist! I do want to say that in the 2 1/2 years I've been a member of Oh Baby it's been the friends I made here that have got me through some tough times and for that I am eternally greatful. ------------- Becca, mum of 2 girls & 3 boys |
Posted By: mamanee
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 2:22pm
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I think this thread was a great idea too. So I'm going to add some more.
Sterryn For giving your daughter Sam such a beautiful name and for sending me the nappy bags. Very much appreciated. You always make me smile and even laugh out loud with your posts in the April/May mums thread and I'm glad to be able to share stories with you and also the name Sam.
Skyflame For sending me such lovely words of encouragement before I had Sam and for also visiting me in Hospital after I'd had him. (Same goes for Emma and Anna for stopping in and giving me such a lovely present) Haleighsmum Was one of the first people I talked with on Ohbaby and she made me feel very welcome and chatted to me on MSN and eased some of the worries I had being first pregnant. |
Posted By: nuttymama
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 2:39pm
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Well said Andie .
Also thanks I think this was a neat idea! ------------- Abigail 06/01/2005 Jayden 21/11/2001 Micheal 03/04/1997 |
Posted By: mummy_becks
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 3:58pm
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I've been reading over and want to add a few of mine: Annie: Thanks for being my preggy buddy over those 8 months and then funnily enough we give birth on the same day. And also for all the BF tips. Renee: I've already said it before but thanks so much for the breast pump. Bombshell: I said it before but I'll say it again, thanks for the fattening up my milk tips they worked wonders. Like the others I could go on and on but these 3 are 3 that stick out as these have been in the past few weeks. ------------- I was a puree feeder, forward facing, cot sleeping, pram pushing kind of Mum... and my kids survived! |
Posted By: Chovynz
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 7:45pm
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I thought of you deb, but i couldn't think of your online name and didn't know if you were known by your real name.
I admire you for having and raising two little boys. I'm sure your doing a great job and one day your boys make you proud(er than you are already) ------------- Defending the male species since 1980
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Posted By: Kazzle
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 7:56pm
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oh wow, what wonderful things are being said.
I have too many friends on here and dont know where to start. every single one of you girls has helped me, made me laugh, made me cry, given me lots of cyber hug and have always been there, not matter what i have had to bitch about, cry about or just brag about. So in saying that, thankyou so much to all you lovely girls and guys for all your support and i just love you all ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: Two Blondinis
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 8:26pm
It's all about giving rather than recieving and hey, if ya wanna be mentioned then go out of your way to be extra specially nice (wine and choccies work for me *ahem*)
I just wanted to say thank you to all the July 06 Mums. It has been an honour to share the past 20 odd months with you all. I appreciate all of the support and guidance from you all since I joined way back when I was just 3 months pregnant, that seems like a million years ago! Thank you for sharing with me all of the tears, laughter, joys and fears of pregnancy, child birth and motherhood. You are all an inspiration and hold a special place in my heart
I also want to thank the girls from our Ladies Evenings for the escape from being "The Mum/The Mrs" I also want to publically thank Emma (Maya) for coming with me to belly dancing against her better judgement  I think it's out of my system now
I also want to publically blame Emma for her evil baking exploits that are forever tempting me away from my pathetic attempt at weight loss
So there's my contribution - go spread the love people! ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
 
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Posted By: newmum
Date Posted: 29 June 2007 at 9:05pm
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LOL, I should have checked this thread sooner My comments will be more to the "oldies" I guess as I haven't been around much lately to get to know everyone new...
Nikki - I miss you too! I felt a bit sad we were "missing" each other a lot before I left but we both got so busy You know I'm always here for a chat
Annie - aaaaawwww Like I said the other day, I am SO glad I met you!! I don't know what I would have done here without you and I feel like you are a true frind
Liz - LOL, your post cracked me up I loved meeting you in person those times and I love reading your posts too, they usually crack me up and have me saying "ME TOO!" at the same time
GandT - I love your posts. I love your directness and I know it is coming from a big heart! Janine - I have always wanted to say that I think you are an amazing lady and "props"  for finishing your training while managing to bring 2 such lovely ladies to the world! I'll never forget when I was first on here and you posted about when Ayja fell out of your arms. It made me realise what a great and supportive and NON JUDGEMENTAL place this was!
Emma - Always such good advice!
Roksana - I LOVED meeting you finally earlier this year. I love readiung your posts and hope you will be online more again soon! Aimeejoy and Daikini - Feel like I have "known" you for ages too! Maria - I love reading your posts. Haven't "seen' you around much lately though! Trish - I don't know if you still read this but I just wanted to say that I think you are such a strong lady I always will remember you becasue our boys are so close in age.
Bombshell - I hear where your post is coming from... If you can see people you feel have been "left out" why don't you write why they are special to you? ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: lizzle
Date Posted: 30 June 2007 at 9:52pm
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i forgot trish! I love how trish was always out IT lady and sorted all our lists out for us. and I think it's wonderful how she stayed so strong while Aidan was in hospital.
that also goes for Kely (i think) with her little baby who was also prem. I find it amazing the strength you showed aat that time. now that i think about it, most of us have gone through major health crises either with ourselves, our kids or hubbies! well done us! not only for being strong throughout the ordeals, but for supporting each other! |
Posted By: KH25
Date Posted: 01 July 2007 at 10:36am
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Awww I got a mention!! Thanks Lizzle I think everyone on OhBaby is amazing ------------- Kelly, mum to DD, 19Jun06 (26wks 1lb15oz) DS1, 24Oct10 (32wks 4lb11oz) and DS2, 31Dec11 (32wks, 4lb11) http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: james
Date Posted: 01 July 2007 at 4:37pm
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jess i thought james had dipss on ella g hehehe even his nana approved i want meet you jess one day - this is shuch a sweet ideaits relly made my day that and my huge bottle of red door i got given from my granmorther ------------- <a href="http://lilypie.com"><img src="http://b4.lilypie.com/nLJ5p13.png" alt="Lilypie 4th Birthday Ticker" border="0" /></a> |
Posted By: fattartsrock
Date Posted: 01 July 2007 at 8:33pm
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Lol, Ana, "props" what are you like, 15 now?
My shoddy skills at the "toys buttons" means this part wasn't highlighted in my post , Award for "all in thsi together" The Jan/feb/march mums, I can't remember all the names of all the ladies, but it's great to be going through similar stages with you ladies and your babes, even though mummy_becks and I were the old timers, you still "forget" lol. It was nice to be able to tell you ladies (march ladies) "this too will pass (sleeping probs) and mean it, having just gone through it weeks before.. ------------- The Honest Un PC Parent of 2, usually stuck in the naughty corner! :P |
Posted By: fattartsrock
Date Posted: 01 July 2007 at 8:35pm
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Oh and I just wanted to shout out to Ana again, she rocks. Got home form hospital on saturday, slunk off to bed, Rod went to footy.. got up and on my doorstep, a HUGE binch of beauty flowers AND a Marie Claire, cos she remembered I mentioned a week or so ago how I loved them but never bought them anymore. See, a great example of the genuine friensdships (IRL or not) that Oh Baby fosters!! ------------- The Honest Un PC Parent of 2, usually stuck in the naughty corner! :P |
Posted By: noodle
Date Posted: 01 July 2007 at 9:08pm
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oh thanks Jess thats so lovely!!!
I just want to thank ALL the lovely ladies that chat to me on the TTC and infertility threads,It is really great to have the support of people who are going through the same sort of things
And also to EVERYONE else on this site, it is a great site to belong to, everyone on here makes it what it is, I love reading peoples posts and reading the replies because everyone has got great advice and you are all so supportive of each other, and really down to earth! I like it!
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Posted By: newmum
Date Posted: 02 July 2007 at 9:07am
Yeah well, It's hard being cool, what can I say... ------------- http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: Peace
Date Posted: 02 July 2007 at 9:36am
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I am so flattered to be mentioned by 2 people, especially the 2 that did mention me. I hardly post on here anymore because I spend more time on my husbands computer and it doesn't automatically log me in (like my computer does). So instead I lurk without logging in.
I think of you all as special girls (and the couple of boys) that impart guidance through experience and ask the hard questions. I am going to drop my fliers now but I am going to think up lots of wonderful things to say And you know, this isn't a hard task because my mind is already brimming with compliments.
And I must say that I have noticed a few names that aren't down yet. You are in my mind ------------- DD1 May 2006 DD2 March 2011 DD3 August 2012 |
Posted By: aimeejoy
Date Posted: 02 July 2007 at 8:02pm
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I have been thinking about this for days but I just dont have the energy to type it all out (got horrid MS), but I will getround to it soon, promise ------------- Aimee Hannah 22/10/05 Greer 11/02/08 |
Posted By: Peace
Date Posted: 02 July 2007 at 8:45pm
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Ok, so I did my round of fliers and It occurs to me that because I minimally post, it means I only know a minimal amount so for the minimum here are some things I gotta say :)
Jacquie, bless your heart darling You were one of the first people to really talk to me on here and I never forget it. I see a lot of traits in you that I saw in myself only 5 years ago and I think this is what makes us kindred spirits. You are so pretty, inside and out  I love your strength of character in the face of all the horrible stuff you have been through, you want more and it is inspiring. Erin and Roly are so lucky to have you.
Emma, we have chatted often about the state of affairs of our kids. I think gleaning knowledge off each other is a mark of respect that you can do without needing to put it into words. But in saying that, I do respect you profoundly for what you are doing. Deborah, unfortunately our friendship never took off past our first meeting for which I am quite sorry. I really enjoyed your open friendliness which sort of dried up soon after. You have such a passion for your family and it is really a driving spirit I think about you - passion. I think your children are going to really love you and drink you in when you get older because that is what growing people need And it really shows through across the board here, when you have good days and bad days you just spill it all out passionately and it is all good!
Carmel, we met first at my wedding when you were pregnant with Piper. I don't know if you remember that time in the street when I was still pregnant and you had Piper in her beautiful blanket in her pushchair. You gave me words of encouragement and that made me really happy because you get a little down when you get to the end!! I think that has been such a representation of who you are, strong. I really like how you don't seem to care what anyone else thinks and do things your own way. I actually see you as a bit of a role model. And hot nabbit woman you are so COOL!! AnnC, you and your brood are so sweet. You are so nice to me and conversational when we meet and I think that is awesome. You really know how to make me feel included and at ease, thanks honey. I wish I had something interesting to say back to you but I seem forever flled up with Olivia and no one is really *that* interested in anyone elses kids! Nikki, Nikki, Nikki... I was SO sure that I had seen your nick before somewhere and GOD it has been bugging the sh*t of me for ages - IRC Goddamit you are a worse geek than what I thought!! In saying all that though, I want to thank you for being the only other parent on this board who has taught (unwittingly) their child a swear word before the age of 1 (incidentally she doesn't say "AH sh*t" anymore). It is nice to identify with someone LOL We can't all do things right. I simply love how you comment on something unusual to make it normal or normal to make it unusualy. You crack me up some days.
Busymum, we certainly did get off to a rocky start. I think the boundries for any friendship is not to have a yes man on your shoulder but someone who will disagree with you as well. I really commend you on your mothering too, you seem to take it so personally and I think that is what a lot of the kids in the TV age have missed out on, contact with people - especially parents. I also want to do a little shout out to Chovy, your DH. He posted on the names thread and I got the love of his girls in his post, good work! Kazzle, we have barely talked and we seem to be testing buddies but I want you to know that I think about you and your Rhiannon frequently when I am on OB! I think this is because our kids are so close in age that I love to read how Rhiannon is getting on. I really hope you get that much wanted BFP soon, you so deserve it. Ellen(soon to be mum of 3!), over the past year our kids have grown up online together and you wonderfully sent Olivia a christmas present as well. I love your normal-ness, it is something really special to be called normal online and you seem to be an epitome of it. Madison is so clever and beautiful, you are such a good mum
KiwiMummy, another girl who has grown with me in the past year as our sproglets have sprouted. Another earth mummy, I wish you so much the best for this pregnancy, you deserve it so much. I really love the time we have shared together on this board as mothers swapping stories. Clare, we haven't spoken in ages but Joshie is so darn cute I just had to tell you that you are a special mum and another girl that has shared Olivia's adventures over the past year on our board. I am so sorry we don't talk anymore but this is what happens when you have kids!
Bumblefoot, we have only recently met on the TTC board and I must say I have known many people with disabilities but none TTC. And certainly none that have your spirit. I love how you share who you are and that touches me quite deeply, never change who you are and I really hope you get that BFP soon
Noodle and Angiebabe, two of my fellow charters. Thanks for your support so far I really appreciate it. I am also wishing you lots of babydust. Toni, I often remember how you reacted after you gave birth to Caitlin and this really is a testament to me, as to how much you can grow from something that can really dampen your spirit. I think your testimony can change lives, especially now you are TTC again (soon... sort of!) miss/felicis, I don't think you really know how much I like you and when ever we seem to have a conversation we just click. I like that. I can only assume that we have so much more than Harry Potter and kids in common. I really can't wait to get to know you better as you just come across as so lovely. All the best with your new bundle, you are going to make such a fantastic Mum. Mum2Paris and Emmaohara, I don't know if either of you know but I both checked how you were getting along in your pregnancies (not now, but back when) and found that you both had angels in heaven. I am so sorry for your loss. I want you to know that I will never forget them nor you. Such special girls you both are and you both have gorgeous kids. Jess, everytime I don't see you for awhile you just crop up and you always have useful information to share or a different tac to the conversation. I think your steely determination is wonderful, keep growing your girl she is awesome and good luck for future TTC Peace, my online alter-ego! Where would I be without you? You make me sound blonde with blue eyes and big boobies and an IQ that is way into the 1000's (*cough-splutter-choke*). Unfortuntely you never quite convey the real emotions of who *I* am but all the same I appreciate what you try to do. And now I just want to say (as my fingers are starting to hurt!) that I love you girls and boys, named or not. For filling pages for me to read. I know I can't put everyones name in lights but I do want to say that nearly everyone here has made an effort to make this place somewhere to look forward to. I always recommend this as a place for people to come and talk because you make it worth it. And to my lurkers, thanks for watching!! ------------- DD1 May 2006 DD2 March 2011 DD3 August 2012 |
Posted By: Chovynz
Date Posted: 02 July 2007 at 8:52pm
Lmao. That was cool ------------- Defending the male species since 1980
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Posted By: AnnC
Date Posted: 02 July 2007 at 9:06pm
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Peace - thank you for the lovely words. I don't mind 'really' if you want to talk about Olivia all conversation long. I am finding now that I am a SAHM I find it hard to talk about other things than Kids and my kids in particular. So hopefully next time we meet - and there will be a next time I am sure, we can chat more.
and because I didn't say so in my post (I knew I missed someone) Peace - You made me feel welcome at the first meet up at Muffin Break and Mcd's. I admire how out going you are and that you are easy to talk to. Also how you had the camera out at every opportunity, thats cool as a fellow photoholic. On here you always have good advise and ideas. good luck in TTC and I await the BFP. You all deserve it. ------------- Ann
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Posted By: fattartsrock
Date Posted: 02 July 2007 at 9:27pm
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I forgot JAX you make me smile.. ------------- The Honest Un PC Parent of 2, usually stuck in the naughty corner! :P |
Posted By: Brenna
Date Posted: 02 July 2007 at 9:32pm
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October mummies - you are all fabulous! I love hearing about how our bubs are doing and you are all so supportive and caring...awww
Kelly (KH25) - I love our get togethers and our girls are so cute together (even if Ash does steal the toys off Brenna)
This is a really nice thread to read -thanks Andie! ------------- My beautiful 2 girls...nearly 4 and 13 months
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Posted By: fattartsrock
Date Posted: 02 July 2007 at 9:48pm
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RoobyDooby I love your name, and your wee angel..
Bellababysmum Your wee sweetheart is sooo cute! Kelz and Kels Nice ladies, I enjoy reading your posts, and reading about life with a preteen girl! ------------- The Honest Un PC Parent of 2, usually stuck in the naughty corner! :P |
Posted By: Guests
Date Posted: 02 July 2007 at 10:39pm
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Posted By: Mazzy
Date Posted: 02 July 2007 at 10:56pm
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I keep updating mine on the first page, but just realised that it's very likely that no-one goes back there! Go look! And I'll start adding more in new posts from now on.
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Posted By: KH25
Date Posted: 03 July 2007 at 2:06pm
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Anna (Rubydooby) I love our get togethers aswell (and shopping lol) I was getting a bit lonely since moving down here but I know I can count on you to meet for coffee if I need some company! And we'll toughen Brenna up so she can fend for herself against my bully child!!
Mazzy We did actually meet briefly at the Waikato Meet Up, I was sitting next to Anna but we didn't really get to chat. But we will definately have to at the next one Thanks for the lovely things you said about me though - its always nice to know that someone has nice things to say about people that they don't actually "know". And Isla is gorgeous!
Sept 06 Mums I enjoyed starting our pregnancies together (especially Paws who was due same day) You are all doing so well with your bubbas ------------- Kelly, mum to DD, 19Jun06 (26wks 1lb15oz) DS1, 24Oct10 (32wks 4lb11oz) and DS2, 31Dec11 (32wks, 4lb11) http://lilypie.com">
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Posted By: meow
Date Posted: 04 July 2007 at 10:40am
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Thanks Liz and Nikki I know I haven't been around much (damn phone and internet companies) - moved house a few weeks ago. Nice to know that some people remember me ------------- http://lilypie.com"> 
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Posted By: katie1
Date Posted: 04 July 2007 at 10:10pm
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October Mummies - I love our chats and the awesome advice everyone has. You are all so lovely.
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