Cooks Posted September 28, 2015 Share Posted September 28, 2015 His loan is FINALLY approved... yeeeha Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted September 28, 2015 Author Share Posted September 28, 2015 Gah! I don't know why, but I keep being locked out of here ( Anyway, after a very stressful day today, Brias lectures have been moved from inaccessible rooms to somewhere she can actually get to. Its not like all this info was given when she applied, duplicated on her UCAS forms and extra forms filled out for disability services. It was very hard, as she was in tears a lot of the day (I didn't phone, only texts, as no words would have been said, or if they were, not understood) I however emailed the uni, and my hubby phoned them up, and miraculously 2 hours later everything was sorted. Glad his loan has been approved Cooks ) And I concur, you are indeed very much not alone in your feelings Jules. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 I am so glad they changed things Karin as they were breaking the law making her lectures inaccessible for her. Yes I am glad it's approved as well, after 5 different figures that he will be paid .. finally. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alis girls Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 We forget they are still very young and although they can cope when things are running OK when things go pearshaped meltdown occurs. Glad you got it sorted. ES is feeling under the weather with a sore throat. Rang for medical advice Chin up ladies it does get easier = but its normal to feel bereft. I survived 3 yrs of nursing school I was not worldly wise at all. Hugs Ali xxx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 My son has "fresher flu" apparently to you and me that's a cold, but he does sound grotty. Hasn't stopped him going out each night though. He loves how Nottingham is so much cheaper than Cambridge, he said "mum I bought a chicken for 75p!" I was excited until I realised it was a cooked chicken. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alis girls Posted September 29, 2015 Share Posted September 29, 2015 They all get that far too much partying IMO. If we did that at our age we'd be hospitalised which something much worse. I got eczema when I started nursing and I get bouts when stressed. Never had it before leaving home. And in 4 yrs time I will be doing it again with youngest son. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted October 3, 2015 Share Posted October 3, 2015 yes far too much partying! every time I speak with him lately he is pre-drinking His loan is now not approved again... seriously fed up with them now. New identity form being sent in as they didn't approve the first one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted October 4, 2015 Share Posted October 4, 2015 My son has "fresher flu" apparently to you and me that's a cold, but he does sound grotty. Hasn't stopped him going out each night though. I have 2, one in year 3 and one in year 2. Both have had Fresher's Flu again this year- most of them get it! Too many people together + too much drink + too little sleep = Fresher's Flu. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoid Posted October 4, 2015 Share Posted October 4, 2015 Too many people together + too much drink + too little sleep = Fresher's Flu. It isn't that! It is people coming together from all over the UK, bringing diseases with them, therefore, you are exposed to germs that you are not immune to and get sick. Honest! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted October 4, 2015 Share Posted October 4, 2015 Yes! And too little sleep and too much booze Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted October 4, 2015 Author Share Posted October 4, 2015 It just doesn't get any easier to leave Bria at her halls She has just spent the weekend here as she wanted to see her friend who has just been diagnosed with cancer, and we have just got back after dropping her off. Thankfully her godmum works in Bristol on most Fridays and was able to bring her home then. She is still saying she doesn't want to be there and wants to be at home. But it is still early days and I have told her to see how she feels at Christmas. I am hoping by then, all her lectures will be stable and she will know where she needs to get to is accessible all the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chucky Mama Posted October 4, 2015 Share Posted October 4, 2015 Too many people together + too much drink + too little sleep = Fresher's Flu. It isn't that! It is people coming together from all over the UK, bringing diseases with them, therefore, you are exposed to germs that you are not immune to and get sick. Honest! Yes, I know - The people coming together from all over the UK is the 'too many people together' bit'. As I told my guys, if they weren't exhausted and full of booze, their immune system would be able to put up a half decent fight up against these germs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alis girls Posted October 5, 2015 Share Posted October 5, 2015 Karin - my son was the same without the extra pressures your daughter has like her friend and mobility problems. A lot of them in his block were the same. If she can hang on till Christmas I would think its likely she'll have changed her mind. Its very normal to be homesick. Hope she goes on alright and her friend too. xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Geoid Posted October 5, 2015 Share Posted October 5, 2015 As I told my guys, if they weren't exhausted and full of booze, their immune system would be able to put up a half decent fight up against these germs Exhausted? I used to get plenty of sleep. It was just during the day! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickencam Posted October 5, 2015 Share Posted October 5, 2015 My ED was at Bristol and it is a uni with loads of societies. She recommends looking for a fun hobby society. If she is interested in music there are various music and choir type options. She also thinks that there were various craft societies and also one for fans of board games. She made most of her friends through membership of societies, she only had two friends on her course. It is a great way to meet like minded people. Does she have help with transport other than getting in to town for lectures? From memory Hiatt Baker is a fair way away from the student union building. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cooks Posted October 5, 2015 Share Posted October 5, 2015 So sorry to hear B is unsure Karin. Its so hard for her with her mobility issues not to mention the news of her best friend. So so hard. xxx DS communicated for a few hours on Skype on Sunday... I almost asked who had taken over the computer I was that amazed! He is homesick too but loving the experience and the new friends he has made. He also seems to love a place called 'Chunky Chicken' He is living on Pasta, toasted sandwiches, dippy eggs, toast, pot noodles, lasagne and korma curry so he isn't doing too bad for a week away. He has no lessons on a Monday so always has a long weekend, the jammy beggar. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluekarin Posted May 18, 2016 Author Share Posted May 18, 2016 ED had an interview with Southampton Solent Uni this morning to do an animation course. The interviewer looked at about 5 or so pages of her sketchbook, and offered her a place on the spot! So September, she is off to uni. Again. Though one more suited to her needs. It even has a SU on the campus, not a 15 or so min wheel away, plus accomodation is 5 or so mins away, and she is really nearto the shops and the nightlife. Lets hope second time lucky for her, and she and we can't go through the stress of last year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mullethunter Posted May 18, 2016 Share Posted May 18, 2016 I'm so pleased to hear that and really hope she enjoys it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lewis Posted May 18, 2016 Share Posted May 18, 2016 Great news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickencam Posted May 18, 2016 Share Posted May 18, 2016 So pleased to hear this, fingers crossed for you all Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Groovychook Posted May 18, 2016 Share Posted May 18, 2016 Lovely news! Hope everything goes well for her this time Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alis girls Posted May 20, 2016 Share Posted May 20, 2016 I was wondering how things were. I hope things work out - I am sure they will as she knows what works for her this time. Its a big upheaval for any young person. Keep us posted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
