Cait Posted January 23, 2019 Posted January 23, 2019 I think it's probably time that I officially said 'Goodbye' to you all, and a huge THANK YOU for all the love, laughs and support you and this great forum have given me over the years. If I've helped anyone over the years, then that's great, but I think on balance, I've had more from you all than I gave. I retired in autumn 2015 and it's been twelve months now since I had anything to do with working in childcare, (my own gorgeous granddaughter notwithstanding!) so it's time to hang up my glue and glitter spattered apron and bid you all a very fond adieu. I have felt a great comradeship from you all, for which I thank you, from the bottom of my heart. An extra huge thank you must go to Steve for setting up this fabulous forum, which has grown so much from those very early days, and to all the team around him who help in many and diverse ways. 5 1 Quote
HoneyPancakes Posted January 23, 2019 Posted January 23, 2019 Wow! You've been a sound ear Cait all the years I've been on this forum. Enjoy your retirement - envious much. So long and thanks for all the tips. 1 Quote
hali Posted January 23, 2019 Posted January 23, 2019 Noooooooooooooooooooooooo you cannot leave I wont allow it ........... 1 Quote
FSFRebecca Posted January 23, 2019 Posted January 23, 2019 Oh Cait, You'll be sorely missed - you always have such valuable things to say .... can't we tempt you? Sometimes having a voice of reason from someone who isn't having to go through it themselves but who totally 'gets' the trials and tribulations is what we need 1 Quote
sunnyday Posted January 23, 2019 Posted January 23, 2019 WHAT! Don't even think about it young lady - not that you will ever shake me off I have your number! 1 1 Quote
mundia Posted January 23, 2019 Posted January 23, 2019 I'm sure Cait, you'd love to just pop in now and then, say hello, put the world to rights. Yes? Anyway I thought this place was the EY nod to Hotel California? 3 1 Quote
Mouseketeer Posted January 23, 2019 Posted January 23, 2019 Oh Cait! I am sad to read this, i’ll be sorry to see you go but wish you all the best when (if) you make the break. 1 Quote
Froglet Posted January 23, 2019 Posted January 23, 2019 Oh Cait, you have no idea how much you mean and have meant to me both professionally and personally. You have kept me going on so many occasions. Thank you! From the parties and the banter to the actual real, proper advice you have done SO much ch for me and I know others. Sending you much love. 1 Quote
LKeyteach Posted January 23, 2019 Posted January 23, 2019 Cait goodbye from me too. Please check in sometime. 1 Quote
Cait Posted January 25, 2019 Author Posted January 25, 2019 On 23/01/2019 at 13:25, Rebecca said: Oh Cait, You'll be sorely missed - you always have such valuable things to say .... can't we tempt you? Sometimes having a voice of reason from someone who isn't having to go through it themselves but who totally 'gets' the trials and tribulations is what we need I'm always happy to help anybody if I can, as you know. X 2 Quote
finleysmaid Posted January 25, 2019 Posted January 25, 2019 Am just catching up with the news this week and now i've read this A knowledgeable voice and lots of experience is a rare thing nowadays .You would be missed on here 1 Quote
Panders Posted January 29, 2019 Posted January 29, 2019 Ahh Cait, I have not been able to get on here properly for a little while, and penny only dropped this afternoon, it maybe because the old Kent membership had finally lapsed. TBH I still don't know what has happened and how come I can now see and post on the different forums!!! Obviously up to you dear Cait, but I hate to think that you are leaving here. You were one of the very first to inspire and encourage me after so many years in the business, it was a great day when I signed up to the forum to meet you. If you can stay, I do wish you would. 3 Quote
SueFinanceManager Posted January 30, 2019 Posted January 30, 2019 Dear all I think we have convinced Cait to stay around a little longer Yippee!!!! Best wishes, Sue Admin Team 8 Quote
Panders Posted January 30, 2019 Posted January 30, 2019 Well done Sue and team Admin! You know it makes sense 3 Quote
sunnyday Posted January 30, 2019 Posted January 30, 2019 4 hours ago, Sue said: Dear all I think we have convinced Cait to stay around a little longer Yippee!!!! Best wishes, Sue Admin Team Phew 3 Quote
Froglet Posted January 30, 2019 Posted January 30, 2019 All I have to say is Yay! With the biggest smile on my face! 2 1 Quote
Cait Posted January 30, 2019 Author Posted January 30, 2019 Well, you've talked me into it. Who has any snow for roof sledging? Sunnyday, the pink sparkly balaclava, Panders,we need the wet suits. Game on? 5 2 Quote
Panders Posted January 31, 2019 Posted January 31, 2019 Wet suits have had to have a couple of bicycle patches on them, obviously well used last time, but fit and ready to go. Think we may need to wait and see if we get more snow down here though, not enough for the sledge as yet. 1 Quote
sunnyday Posted January 31, 2019 Posted January 31, 2019 17 hours ago, Cait said: Well, you've talked me into it. Who has any snow for roof sledging? Sunnyday, the pink sparkly balaclava, Panders,we need the wet suits. Game on? 'scuse me I would rather wear the purple if you don't mind...... Not enough snow (yet) - lots and lots of ice - should we try skating instead of sledging? Quote
Panders Posted January 31, 2019 Posted January 31, 2019 To be honest Sunnyday, I've always found the purple one chafes a little round the ears, maybe mine are bigger than yours. I nearly skated towards the outside bin today - certainly put the wind up me 1 Quote
Froglet Posted January 31, 2019 Posted January 31, 2019 3 hours ago, sunnyday said: 'scuse me I would rather wear the purple if you don't mind...... Not enough snow (yet) - lots and lots of ice - should we try skating instead of sledging? Pink and purple tartan one? No snow here yet and I only have wetsuit boots. I like you all too much to inflict that sight on you! 1 Quote
Froglet Posted January 31, 2019 Posted January 31, 2019 41 minutes ago, Panders said: classy Always!! Quote
Gezabel Posted January 31, 2019 Posted January 31, 2019 OH Cait! I know it's a cliche but you will be sorely missed xx Quote
sunnyday Posted February 1, 2019 Posted February 1, 2019 Where's zigzag when you need her - she's got all the snow - suggest we start making our way down to her......we need balaclavas, boots, wetsuits, sledges, refreshments - er have I forgotten anything? 2 Quote
Panders Posted February 1, 2019 Posted February 1, 2019 Zigzag has been suspiciously quiet - I think she's trying to keep all the snow to herself! Wet suits are at the ready and I have dusted off the sledges, Mr. Panders has oiled the runners so we should be able to get up some speed off of the roof. Gluwein recipe at the ready, especially for Sunnyday and Hali, never knowingly gone anywhere without a tipple. 2 Quote
sunnyday Posted February 1, 2019 Posted February 1, 2019 Well done my little black and white furry friend - I'll be round in a mo .....what a nice surprise for zigzag when we all turn up tonight 1 1 Quote
Cait Posted February 1, 2019 Author Posted February 1, 2019 Who had the skis? Was it Gezabel? All my snow has gone now, so I'm a bit disgruntled! I'd spent the morning darning the elbows of my sheepskin vest too! Quote
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