I take a bit of solace that it's not just my DD that's a terror lately....
Ha, me too, me too.
This morning she woke up begging for pasta (?!) and was not pleased when pasta was not forthcoming. I hate that there is no reasoning with toddlers, because all I want to do is reason! I kept telling her it was packed for lunch, she could have it at lunch, etc. etc. No reasoning.
I'm becoming more and more convinced that toddlers share the same hormones as pregnant people. They're irrational, have terrible mood swings, cry at the drop of a hat, and request to eat weird stuff. I woke up wanting pasta today too!
titania, I watch awards shows now simply for the clothing. I have no idea what shows and movies are new. Our DVR is a combination of DH's random shows and DS's cartoons and movies. I spend my evenings reading and wonder when I turned into my grandmother.
But bummed it looks like it's going to be a green Christmas for us. I love snow at Christmas
I am not a snow person at all... but it would be pretty to have it around the holiday! Unfortunately we usually get our biggest snow in Feb when all you want is Winter to be over.
titania , I watch awards shows now simply for the clothing. I have no idea what shows and movies are new. Our DVR is a combination of DH's random shows and DS's cartoons and movies. I spend my evenings reading and wonder when I turned into my grandmother.
Hahaha! Spending an evening reading sounds lovely. The clothes really are the best part of award shows. And sometimes the awkward speeches. I think I must just like "bad TV" cause I do watch (probably too much), but I felt so out of the loop.
Post by broadwaymama on Dec 11, 2015 10:28:27 GMT -5
Congrats @txmommy!!!
I have not been around lately because I'm really depressed and upset over DH getting laid off. We have been applying for some help from the state and it just makes me feel like such a failure. I know it shouldn't but it does! Not to mention they make all this stuff so complicated! I'm just tired. Got a little break last night when my friend and I went to an event at the theatre. It was a movie screening of the Birdcage with live commentary by Michael Urie (the gay guy from ugly Betty). They set the whole room up like a living room with bean bag chairs and couches and leather arm chairs. I just happened to sit directly next to where Michael was sitting! We chatted quite a bit! He is very very nice! It was great to not think about life for a couple hours!
Congratulations txmommy14, that must feel like such a relief and what a great accomplishment!
On the topic of brunch, pre kids DH used to make me breakfast in bed every Sunday. I would stay in bed and read the paper for hours, often with a mimosa or two. Yes, I'd say I miss that.
Today I'm going to attempt to sell some old clothes through an exchange store. There are a few pieces I'm pretty sure they will take but I'm not sure the others are 'cool' enough for this place. I've owned some of these things for years and never worn them once. Such a waste, but my closet is finally organized so it's worth it.
This weekend we have no plans. Rain in the forecast for Sunday so will try to get out and do something on Saturday, maybe the (freezing) beach.
I'm sorry you are feeling down broadwaymama, that is a rough thing to go through. If it helps at all I think most people go through something like this at one time or another, you and your DH certainly haven't failed in any way.
Glad you had fun at the show, I would totally get tickets for that.
I have not been around lately because I'm really depressed and upset over DH getting laid off. We have been applying for some help from the state and it just makes me feel like such a failure. I know it shouldn't but it does! Not to mention they make all this stuff so complicated! I'm just tired. Got a little break last night when my friend and I went to an event at the theatre. It was a movie screening of the Birdcage with live commentary by Michael Urie (the gay guy from ugly Betty). They set the whole room up like a living room with bean bag chairs and couches and leather arm chairs. I just happened to sit directly next to where Michael was sitting! We chatted quite a bit! He is very very nice! It was great to not think about life for a couple hours!
Hey there pretty mama, You are not a failure. I understand that that's how you're feeling right now, though, and I'm sorry.
We're here if you ever need to vent or express and you need a safe place. I hope you qualify for some state help and that maybe your DH can find something again soon - and even if it's tight, understand they can't always be rushed. I'll be thinking of you.
I'm glad you got a break last night, though, it sounds like a wonderful night
txmommy14 congrats!!!! broadwaymama I feel you. Hugs. When possible, try to tell your self how this opens up so many opportunities. When that doesn't work, there's cookies and ice cream. And you are in no way a failure by applying for help! It's the smart thing to do.
pbandj714 good luck telling your boss! I was planning on telling mine on Wednesday but he had to cancel our touch base meeting, rescheduled for yesterday and then cancelled again. I don't know if I can convince myself again to do it today!
My work has been pretty tumultuous since I first found out I'm pregnant. Lay offs, plummeting stocks, poor sales, now our biggest customer isn't doing well. I'm feeling more than a bit nervous about the future. I think I should tell my boss so he doesn't think I'm dying with all these dr appointments, or that they're actually job interviews--but I don't want him to think anything bad about me taking ML. I don't want to let that get to my head and blurt out that I'll only take 3 weeks or something.
We are celebrating Christmas with DH's sisters and step mom. There will be no presents, thank goodness! I hate celebrating Christmas so many time before you actually get to Christmas. I want Christmas itself to be special for my girls. It was always so magical when I was a kid.
Anyway, then DH will leave for Canada Sunday or Monday, so I'll be on my own for a few days.
Post by mymilkshake on Dec 11, 2015 12:20:02 GMT -5
You guys, I finally saw my baby today on u/s! I may be biased but it's the cutest little baby ever. Everything looks great and he/she was moving around a ton. Feels so good and reassuring:)
You guys, I finally saw my baby today on u/s! I may be biased but it's the cutest little baby ever. Everything looks great and he/she was moving around a ton. Feels so good and reassuring:)
I have not been around lately because I'm really depressed and upset over DH getting laid off. We have been applying for some help from the state and it just makes me feel like such a failure. I know it shouldn't but it does! Not to mention they make all this stuff so complicated! I'm just tired. Got a little break last night when my friend and I went to an event at the theatre. It was a movie screening of the Birdcage with live commentary by Michael Urie (the gay guy from ugly Betty). They set the whole room up like a living room with bean bag chairs and couches and leather arm chairs. I just happened to sit directly next to where Michael was sitting! We chatted quite a bit! He is very very nice! It was great to not think about life for a couple hours!
you are not a failure at all! Everyone has ups and downs and while the downs totally suck you will get through it. I'm so sorry life has been so stressful for you- hopefully the new year will bring new opportunities for your family. In the meantime vent away! That's what we are here for! I'm glad you had a nice break last night. What a cool event!!
We are celebrating Christmas with DH's sisters and step mom. There will be no presents, thank goodness! I hate celebrating Christmas so many time before you actually get to Christmas. I want Christmas itself to be special for my girls. It was always so magical when I was a kid.
Anyway, then DH will leave for Canada Sunday or Monday, so I'll be on my own for a few days.
I agree - I like one Christmas (maybe two). We only ever had one growing up - it's been an adjustment finding out this isn't the norm!
Also, CANADA!! Where in Canada is he going? It's pretty nice here - hope it's a good visit!
Post by ArgyleEnigma on Dec 11, 2015 12:45:09 GMT -5
Hard to catch up when you're a late riser on Pacific time, so I'm just gonna jump in now.
Weekend: getting our tree, wrapped up as a triple celebration of my birthday this week, completing the oral exam that was the biggest step to graduation (still need signatures on my thesis, but it is written), and, though they don't know it, announcing my pregnancy! At last, I'm 15 weeks already! Hard to find a time.
My cat is using me as a chew toy. Is this normal cat behavior?
And and and, the holiday hootenanny on Carolyn Hax today! I can't wait, sometimes they are laugh-out-loud funny! No spoilers--I promised DH we could read it together after work!
cattuccino he is off to Winnipeg. He works for a company based out of there. For a while we thought we were going to be moving there, but thank goodness we haven't had to. I've heard great things about the city, but I did not have a great experience when we visited.
DH was not feeling well last night and says he still doesn't so I'm hoping it's short lived because I like my help on the weekends! Yesterday I got our room cleaned and it took all day! Worst it's ever been! Never will it get that messy again and how did we let it get that way?! Just happy it's done! Nice to go into the weekend with a semi clean house thanks to the MIL yesterday! No plans this weekend just finishing up some Christmas shopping probably and maybe going to see the magic tree.
Andrea, I'M IN NC, TOO! Triad area. Where are you? Gah this weekend's weather... amazing. We're going to be outside as much as possible.
broadwaymama, I'm sorry you've been feeling so down. You can always vent to us! Glad you got a little break from the stress last night; hope you guys can get the help you need and that the new year is a fresh start.
Nothing else really planned! Will probably try to make Christmas cookies with DS at some point, maybe go have lunch on a patio somewhere.
pbandj714 good luck telling your boss! I was planning on telling mine on Wednesday but he had to cancel our touch base meeting, rescheduled for yesterday and then cancelled again. I don't know if I can convince myself again to do it today!
My work has been pretty tumultuous since I first found out I'm pregnant. Lay offs, plummeting stocks, poor sales, now our biggest customer isn't doing well. I'm feeling more than a bit nervous about the future. I think I should tell my boss so he doesn't think I'm dying with all these dr appointments, or that they're actually job interviews--but I don't want him to think anything bad about me taking ML. I don't want to let that get to my head and blurt out that I'll only take 3 weeks or something.
Thank you! It went really well and she was extremely excited. Apparently I was psyching myself up for nothing. I'm so relieved to be able to talk about it freely in the office. No more secrets!
I'm so sorry your job situation has been so stressful. Good luck when you do decide to tell your boss. Easier said than done, but try your hardest to be calm and present it as positive news. No need to worry about what they're thinking on their end esp regarding maternity leave at this early stage.
Andrea, I'M IN NC, TOO! Triad area. Where are you? Gah this weekend's weather... amazing. We're going to be outside as much as possible.
broadwaymama, I'm sorry you've been feeling so down. You can always vent to us! Glad you got a little break from the stress last night; hope you guys can get the help you need and that the new year is a fresh start.
Nothing else really planned! Will probably try to make Christmas cookies with DS at some point, maybe go have lunch on a patio somewhere.
I'm in the Triangle! I went to school is GSO so the triad holds a special place in my heart
Thanks everyone for the congrats! cattuccino, not really! DH got me a nice watch for graduation. We're going tonight and the in-laws are watching DS since the graduation doesn't start until 7pm (when he usually goes to bed). My grandparents and aunt are also coming. My parents live too far away to be able to make it.
sandandsea, yay for second tri! I hope you get your results ASAP!
Then Comes Family, LLC is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising
program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.