I've Been Kidnapped And Put On A Cruise Ship!

[Deleted member 12723]

It all sounds so fabulous. It sounds like you are having alot of fun and that is what is really important. I am so happy for you. Hugs.

 

[HëllaBubz]

I have indeed been having fun Gizmo.....I don't see my wedding as something to stress over, I'll just work out the details piece by piece until it's sorted out, and have fun while I'm doing it!

Yesterday was not a good day for me, I was extremely anxious, jittery and unable to settle, I went out with my little sister (18yo) but travelling on public transport just made it worse!

I bolted home, my partner saw my face and halted me in my tracks, cupped my face and told me to take a deep breath, and then gave me a gentle bear hug, stroking my hair and whispering "Hello my Bubbles, my poor baby girl, just have a cuddle for a moment, and everything will be alright."

That really helped, and then I hopped into bed and turned on Pink Panther.

I think it was a combination of dealing with some VERY pushy relatives, and the public transport as well.

Although the strange thing is, I suffer from the dizzy bouts that seems to affect some PTSD sufferers, and after being on a boat, it seems to be worse! Not sure why, but it certainly added to my distress.

I'm just going to have to take it easy today because we have to face the step mother in law tonight, and explain to madam have-a-glass-and-blab why she didn't find about the cruise until we called her from on board!

Oh boy....going to be ugly!

 

[Whitneys story]

Great descriptive writing! She is likely very envious she was not included in the secret planning. Just envision her with this as a mask. :troll: Keep Smiling :hug: Whitney

 

[Britt.f7]

At least your step mother reacts and you know how she is feeling. Mine just smiles and nods her head. You never know what she is really thinking. She does it no matter what it is.

 

[Deleted member 12723]

Pretend she is a Martian and that is how Martians act. It will help you to have a measure of distance with her and you will feel so much better. I used to do this with my in laws. It really works.

As for the dizziness mabe you could go to a doctor and make sure it is not anything physical. Hugs.

 

[HëllaBubz]

Hehe. The mask is quite funny, I likes that idea.

She is a very warped individual, spends too much time alone, and so many conversations she has are between her an the dog.

The doctor said about a year ago that it was positional vertigo but now it's even when I'm walking around or lying in bed.

I'm really concerned about how I'm going to pay for the wedding, it's estimated to cost about 9-10k for ceremony and reception, photographer, hair, makeup and other tariffs included.

I then will buy the fabric for the dresses, the jacket, the bouquets and the jewelry.

I've never gone out and and actually bought some nice jewelry for myself, so I think I'll do that too.

A nice simple diamond necklace and earrings will cost about 600, so I might just go spoil myself.

This taking care of yourself thing is really nice, I'm so glad I tried it. :)

Last night wasn't too bad, we distracted her with wedding details and pictures from the trip.

 

[HëllaBubz]

Well, the whole spoiling myself thing might take a while!

I've managed to find suit tailor on etsy and a shoe maker so at least everyone won't freeze. I'll post up pictures shortly of some ideas.

 

[HëllaBubz]

Apologies for the typos and formatting everyone, my phone is being a wanker so I'll stop posting from it.

 

[HëllaBubz]

I'll be away from the forum until tomorrow night or Monday afternoon.

My darling Sascha went to sleep at 1320hrs AEST, after having a stroke caused by vascular thrombosis.

My sister's 18th suprise birthday is tomorrow. I really don't know how I'm going to cope.

I knew it would be a one way trip to the vet, but that doesn't make it any easier.

We met when I walked to work, he would follow me along the footpath or fenceline, up a tree, wherever he could catch my eye for a pat and cuddle, and after a while his owner offered him to me when I got my own place.

We have been together since May, 2008, and we have had many good times and snuggles together, sneaking food, playing with hot potato chips, ripping up couches and enjoying snuggles on the bed.

RIP Sascha.

 

[Whitneys story]

Oh, I am so sorry for your loss. ((((((((((((bubzilla)))))))))))) :hug: Whitney

 

[HëllaBubz]

Thanks Whitney, he and I have felt it keenly.

The other cats are sensing our distress and coming for cuddles more than usual, which helps, but I'm really, really hoping my father will just leave me alone while we are there for my sister's 18th, I really can't handle facing a horde of 45+ people.

Heading off now, will talk to you all soon.

A parting question for you...... do you think that $200 for a woolen bespoke suit and $100 for pure leather handmade shoes is pretty reasonable?

Hela

 

[Whitneys story]

Yes that is very reasonable. Are they on Etsy? I never think to shop there. I am still looking for my birthday handbag. I better get over there.

I say spoil yourself all you want. Serve sparkling cider instead of spirits. Save the champagne for your and Rhett's toast and wedding night!

I will be sending a few rolls of duct tape for your dad! :) Whitney