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03-16-2006 10:11 AM
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helandy.cop  
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Location: Nottingham, UK
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Sorry, I wasn't sure where to put this as this is not just photos, or brags, or anything, but a few things

Read on ....

We've just come back from a wonderful break in Fuerteventura, one of the Canary Islands. The weather was gorgeous, hot and sunny, and we all had an amazing time. We didn't really do much, just chilled, swam, sat on the beach and ate too much, but it was wonderful.

And the sun obviously agreed with Matthew ... Here's the brags!

We only had 2 temper tantrums all week - and they were just because he didn't want to leave the play park!!!

He decided this week was the week to start talking, and came out with about 20 new words!!! (Not that's he's said most of them again, mind you!)

And he walked everywhere - we didn't take his buggy, just Hannah's, and he did so well, and did wonders for his strength and stamina.

And most importantly, he was just a really nice little guy, a pleasure to be with AND I think I LIKE HIM AGAIN!!!

(And Hannah started standing on her own too - just for short spells, but it's a start - and she looks so cute!)


Here's the serious stuff ...
The other important thing to tell you is that me and Andy talked long and hard about us and the state of our relationship, and the long and the short of it is, he's fed up of being a Downsyn widower. Although Downsyn has been great for me, it's not helped us at all. So we've decided I'll cut down, so it probably won't be a daily visit to here for me anymore. Boo hoo. I missed you all on the hols, but did OK without my daily Downsyn dose. So if I don't post as much - you know why


And here's some photos - there's quite a few so scroll down!

The Play Park




Posing






[Edited by helandy.cop on 16-03-2006 at 10:17 AM]
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03-16-2006 10:12 AM
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helandy.cop  
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Location: Nottingham, UK
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Ice-Creams




Paddling & Swimming


The Beach (the first time I've EVER seen blue sea!!!)


And random others!!!


Cheers!!!

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03-16-2006 10:29 AM
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lilpayton  
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As always, your children are adorable!!! Looks like you guys had a blast...I'm so jealous!

PS...I'm waiting for my husband to have that same talk with me! I'm making an effort, I really am!! LOL
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03-16-2006 10:31 AM
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Oh Helen, I feel for you! I think my husband resents this place too! I will still love you and your family even if you aren't around as much. I used to love looking at the Coppins family page when Megan was born. I used to stare at how beautiful Matt was and look at his scare pics after surgery and saw how strong he was and he gave me so much hope. You were the 1st person I emailed from this site. You really help a lot of new parents so your work will live on even if your not around as much

You have a beautiful family and I love all the pics!!!
Looks like you guys had tons of fun!!!!

WTG Matt on all your accomplishments!

Missed you while you were gone!!!Glad you are home.

If you are going to the UK meetup this weekend make sure and take tons of pics...we all want to see
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03-16-2006 10:52 AM
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Great pictures! You really have a beautiful family.

And please, I have no desire to be called into court to testify at your divorce!

So take care of your family and drop in when you have free time!
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03-16-2006 10:55 AM
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Somehow I knew Tom would be here for this one...LOL
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03-16-2006 12:42 PM
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Glad you had such a great holiday and yippeee for Matt on all his brags (and Hannah to)

Maybe you can set yourself a time limit each day and set a timer, when the time is up then it's time to log off? I'm glad you and Andy were able to talk it through
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03-16-2006 01:30 PM
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Glad you guys had such a great vacation, it sure seems to have agreed with the kids- they look so happy! WTG, Matt, on the word boom! Yay!

Sorry you have to cut back, I know it's hard! Will miss your posts.
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03-16-2006 01:51 PM
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What a wonderful story your photos tell!!! I can see why he just had 2 temper tantrums -- He was having the time of his life!!! Thanks for sharing. It has made my day!

03-16-2006 04:30 PM
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So pleased you had a nice holiday, and as always your kids are georgous.

Sometimes in life it's good to take a rain check....your relationship has to be number one.
We'll miss hearing all about Matt and your wonderful family.
Take care of them all.
Lots of love



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03-16-2006 05:43 PM
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Beautiful pictures! Looks like you all had a great time!
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03-16-2006 11:44 PM
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Beautiful pictures! Looks like you all had a wonderful time.

We'll miss you here. Check in when you can. I'll just visit old posts when I need a fix of your kids' gorgeous faces!


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03-17-2006 08:13 AM
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Oh I am longing to go to the beach with the kids. I'm glad you went and had a wonderful time. The children are beautiful. Yay for my little man for talking and being so happy all week. Yes, My husband is fed up with me too. So I try not to be on the computer when he is home. I check in in the morning, at lunch and then right before bed. We'll miss you. Check in when you can and don't get discouraged when you try to catchup and there's like 124 posts a day here. LOL Give Matthew a kiss from me!
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03-17-2006 03:41 PM
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I've been given a reprieve! Andy's out every Friday night, so that can be my catch up time. And I've got 15mins every evening after putting the kids to bed as well, so although I won't be able to answer everything, I'll still get to read it.

Cheers guys
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03-18-2006 04:50 PM
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lokks like you had a wonderful time so friday nights we will call date with downsyn family
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03-18-2006 05:38 PM
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You have such a beautiful family and I will miss your posts but totally understand.. I am so glad that Matt did so well on your vacation and WTG on all his accomplishments.. He is such a cutie as are your other 2.. We will miss your daily posts but will look foward to Fridays LOL!!!
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03-18-2006 11:49 PM
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Pics are just gorgeous. Looks like you all had a wonderful time. My husband feels the same way!! Looking forward to your Friday night posts!!
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