I created a profile over there just in case this place gets shut down. Cause I don't want to lose you ladies either and I know not everyone is (or wants to be) on FB.
Are you scorpioscuba on there? At least I'll be able to find someone if this place suddenly disappears!
I quit FB years ago and have no interest in going back, so that's not an option for me. I would probably cry if I came here one day and everyone was gone.
I created a profile over there just in case this place gets shut down. Cause I don't want to lose you ladies either and I know not everyone is (or wants to be) on FB.
Are you scorpioscuba on there? At least I'll be able to find someone if this place suddenly disappears!
I quit FB years ago and have no interest in going back, so that's not an option for me. I would probably cry if I came here one day and everyone was gone.
Yes. Same name same avatar. But I'll still be here unless this place literally dies.
Post by NellieOleson on May 18, 2017 17:22:16 GMT -5
Dd2 is SUCH a troublemaker. We are finally getting nice summery weather here, and I'm excited to get outside, but she is exhausting. Nonstop putting weird crap in her mouth, trying to run into the street, trying to climb on questionably sturdy things, etc etc etc etc times infinity. And then goes boneless and falls on the ground yelling/crying when I try to stop her from injuring/poisoning/killing herself.
Dd1 has always stayed close to me and never went through a put things in her mouth phase, so I think I was a little unprepared for this stinker.
Post by NellieOleson on May 18, 2017 17:26:58 GMT -5
Also, I finally got to make dd1's specialist appointment and it's not until freaking JULY. I keep telling myself that's good because if they were really worried they would get her in sooner, right? But I pretty much cried on the phone with the scheduler like.... what am I supposed to do until then?
We are still waiting on the test results, though, so who knows. They could move it up sooner if that ends up being concerning.
I just popped into the state of the forum and it's so...I'm not sure what.
Whoa. I went over there to take a look after I read your post, and yeah... I don't really know what to think.
I only ever really post or read here, so I'm oblivious to all that.
The Parenting board seems so clubby and almost clique-ish I'm surprised they are up in arms about TCF not growing? But, like I said, I have no idea what happens on other board.
BUT DON'T MESS WITH MY J16!
Hey. I know I don't really go here anymore, but I popped in to see what was happening with you guys.
I don't think firm or final decisions have been or will be made just yet, but things are really a mess. I'm trying to think how to word it in a clear/concise and not horrible manner... I can't but there is a possibility this is going to be exodus 2.0 and I do hope some or all of you will come if that's the case.
We don't bite. Sure, some relationships are longer and as such closer than others, but we do want new/existing people to come and the whole of the board/group to continue to grow and get new perspectives.
Also, I finally got to make dd1's specialist appointment and it's not until freaking JULY. I keep telling myself that's good because if they were really worried they would get her in sooner, right? But I pretty much cried on the phone with the scheduler like.... what am I supposed to do until then?
We are still waiting on the test results, though, so who knows. They could move it up sooner if that ends up being concerning.
I'm not sure if you said and I missed it or not but, if you are comfortable sharing, what is the concern with dd1? If you don't want to share I get it.
Big hugs. I hope you get answers sooner rather than later.
Exodus 2.0 is giving me a panicky feeling. Please don't leave me. I don't know if I am ready for more change 😳 Will have to read through this state of the forum thing.
Exodus 2.0 is giving me a panicky feeling. Please don't leave me. I don't know if I am ready for more change 😳 Will have to read through this state of the forum thing.
I'm with you. I don't want to lose my "imaginary friends"
Exodus 2.0 is giving me a panicky feeling. Please don't leave me. I don't know if I am ready for more change 😳 Will have to read through this state of the forum thing.
Don't read through.,.. stressful and long. I'll try to summarize ... bare in mind I only read part.... admins asked about state of forum, then kind of ghosted... one in hospital, one on vacay, one busy work week.... posters asked for a response for long time and didn't get much... then got responses they weren't happy with... people left. Seems main concern was how to grow the place?
Ugh. Just ugh. I am sure there are undertones and back stories that I don't get becasue I mostly just lurk parenting. I was all about ditching the dump that felt very legit. I would follow where my friends went, but for me, not being in the know I just can't get it up about this not growing the business fast enough.
Don't read through.,.. stressful and long. I'll try to summarize ... bare in mind I only read part.... admins asked about state of forum, then kind of ghosted... one in hospital, one on vacay, one busy work week.... posters asked for a response for long time and didn't get much... then got responses they weren't happy with... people left. Seems main concern was how to grow the place?
Ugh. Just ugh. I am sure there are undertones and back stories that I don't get becasue I mostly just lurk parenting. I was all about ditching the dump that felt very legit. I would follow where my friends went, but for me, not being in the know I just can't get it up about this not growing the business fast enough.
It's not about that. The discussion about how to gain new posters and keep the board alive (long term) and wtf has actually been going on for the last 2.5 years was a trigger for hitting a boiling point that has been a long time coming. The 120+ pages that have been going on for days, there have been maybe 5 times since the first 2-3 pages where anyone from the admin team participated or said anything, and when they did it was pretty much fuck you and my personal life is more important and you guise don't care about the health of my child.
These people are/were friends. When we came here, many on the boards had already been posting together for years. Things that were said were pretty hurtful, but I think the things that were not said or done were worse. Actions speak louder than words and all that.
At this point many do not want to be here giving clicks and hits on ads that to some extent create revenue for this site.
Ugh. Just ugh. I am sure there are undertones and back stories that I don't get becasue I mostly just lurk parenting. I was all about ditching the dump that felt very legit. I would follow where my friends went, but for me, not being in the know I just can't get it up about this not growing the business fast enough.
It's not about that. The discussion about how to gain new posters and keep the board alive (long term) and wtf has actually been going on for the last 2.5 years was a trigger for hitting a boiling point that has been a long time coming. The 120+ pages that have been going on for days, there have been maybe 5 times since the first 2-3 pages where anyone from the admin team participated or said anything, and when they did it was pretty much fuck you and my personal life is more important and you guise don't care about the health of my child.
These people are/were friends. When we came here, many on the boards had already been posting together for years. Things that were said were pretty hurtful, but I think the things that were not said or done were worse. Actions speak louder than words and all that.
At this point many do not want to be here giving clicks and hits on ads that to some extent create revenue for this site.
Like I said I assumed there was more going on with everyone who has the long standing relationships. I read the first couple pages right after it was posted and knew there was an undertone I wasn't getting and was too busy to go back and later to try to figure it out. I am sorry people (you) were hurt by what went on.
I created a profile over there just in case this place gets shut down. Cause I don't want to lose you ladies either and I know not everyone is (or wants to be) on FB.
Post by dizzycooks on May 18, 2017 21:24:33 GMT -5
Ugh board drama hurts my head. Other than this bmb I primarily hang out at GBCN on drinking while parenting. That board is dead too, but the few that are around are super mellow. Mostly it's general parenting Qs with minimal drama.
Post by dizzycooks on May 18, 2017 21:25:54 GMT -5
NellieOleson I'm wondering the same about your dd. Sorry if I missed the overall concern (she's little for her age right?) Sparkly we would love to have you around j16ers are always welcome!
Post by dizzycooks on May 18, 2017 21:47:08 GMT -5
NellieOleson well she looks happy to me and that's an accomplishment by itself. You're seeking answers and will find treatments if needed. You're doing an amazing job and she's lucky to have you. Kids are so resilient and she knows no different. Keep up the great work mom!
One step at a time. Hopefully those test results come soon. We are here to listen to you vent or whatever you need while you wait. The waiting is so hard because it's nearly impossible to stop the mind spiral.
FX it's nothing and she is just your little peanut!
dizzycooks - so that dish towel from your aunt ... priceless! NellieOleson - your DD1 is so precious!!Sending T&Ps for good test results! nikiswimr - so sorry to hear about the FET I hope that you have a lovely Memorial Day and lots of good luck in your next round!
The Trump stuff ... makes it hard to focus at work. I'm so glad that a special prosecutor has been appointed. I met Robert Mueller for five seconds one time when I interned on Capitol Hill. The guy's got gravitas!!
As for all of the board stuff, I have no idea what's going on - I'm a no-drama mama.
Today is going to be a big renovation day at our new house - I think that our contractor is going to try to completely finish the first level - all new light fixtures, fans, install appliances, fireplace, backsplash, etc. - we move into the new place in ten days! It's the final countdown!!
silverspoon - that pic you posted of your gorgeous wood slat blinds has been haunting me for weeks. I think that I have to have them in our master bedroom ...
Post by silverspoon on May 19, 2017 10:25:56 GMT -5
NellieOleson She is such a beautiful kid with a great smile. I know you're worried and I hope you get your answers soon.
14joa31 They are really nice and can't go wrong. Plus, you could always put drapey curtains in front of them one day if you feel you need a little more oomph. My bedroom is small so I didn't want to add anything else, but I really love the look of just the blinds themselves.
Post by silverspoon on May 19, 2017 11:18:15 GMT -5
So, I posted this yesterday on Facebook, but I want to bring my little ray of sunshine here as well.
As long as I've had him in my life, you ladies have been there also. My whole parenting journey is on this board and I'm sad thinking someone might turn the lights off here. I know there's Facebook, other forums, but it's not the same.
I signed myself up for 2 free weeks of a fitness boot camp. My first class is today. I'm nervous. And after the 2 weeks are up, I won't be going back, because it doesn't make sense financially, when Y memberships for me and the kids combined will cost less than 3 classes/week at the boot camp place. Plus the Y offers boot camps. Of course, I can't do anything that costs money until I get a job, so there's that.
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