Post by blueskiessmiling on May 6, 2016 9:18:14 GMT -5
billyhorrible My huge stash speaks more to my LO's hatred of bottles in the early months. She wouldn't take much milk at all while I was away, and then just nursed like crazy when I was home. Since I only work 2 days a week, my supply was enough to keep up with a kiddo who typically nursed every 2 hours when I was with her, so I pumped A LOT (in quantity).
So it's smoky enough today that the sky is grey and the sun is dull and orange and DS just pointed and said ''Mama the moon is out!!' And I said no, it's actually the sun. And then hesitated but decided to tell him it looks funny because far away there's a really bad fire and it's making it really smoky and he said 'oh ok mom I will put the fire out with my firetruck!!' And went and got his toy fire engine. Ohhh my heart can't handle this right now when I've already been feeling so emotional over it.
I am completely worn out. L has been having extra naps today - no idea why! II've been napping with her but I'm still tired. I have no idea how 3TMs do it.
This weekend is crazily busy and H won't be around for a lot of it, so the weekend won't be as much of a break as usual. But my parents are babysitting tomorrow evening so that I can go to the concert H is playing in. At least, that's the plan. The concert starts at 7.30 and she isn't usually asleep by then, so it should be interesting!
tiffbot I've cried at least twice in twenty four hours over the fires: first when I saw the video of Trudeau crossing the floor to hug the leader of the opposition when she cried and second when I saw the pictures of the people giving the thumbs up out their car windows as the first convoy made it out of Fort Mac this morning.
There have (and probably will be) more...those are just two examples I can think of.
Happy Friday! I was pretty stick yesterday and throwing up but I'm on the mend and back at work! tiffbot I thought of you while I was throwing up, LOL. Let me explain: DS1 came into the bathroom while I was at the toilet and he started patting my back and saying "you ok mom? you're throwing up? It's ok". And I was thinking, OMG I remember when tiffbot said her sweet son did that!!
I forget how much I hate when H works from home. Apparently, part of his work is to watch stupid internet videos while he runs processes. So all I see is him watching do videos every time I walk by the study, often while dealing with a crazy and/or cranky baby. I also got to change two poopy diapers in a row with him screaming his lungs off while H got to run errands on his own. And then he wonders why I'm crabby and say I'm jealous that he actually gets to do things on his own time.
Post by billyhorrible on May 6, 2016 12:20:08 GMT -5
Disney has this money-making thing down pat.
Years ago they started a race series (Run Disney). Run Disney races currently range from $80 for a 5k to $200 for a half marathon. And the races sell out in minutes.
Then they added in special "challenges" where if you run multiple races, you get an extra medal, so of course people are now running multiple Disney races a year/weekend. $$$$$
I just got an email where they are now starting a "Virtual Race." A series of 3 5ks, each with a different medal, each costing $40. Now they don't have to worry about the races selling out, they can keep collecting money hand over fist because people will shell out $120 just for the chance to run a "Disney race."
Happy Friday! I was pretty stick yesterday and throwing up but I'm on the mend and back at work! tiffbot I thought of you while I was throwing up, LOL. Let me explain: DS1 came into the bathroom while I was at the toilet and he started patting my back and saying "you ok mom? you're throwing up? It's ok". And I was thinking, OMG I remember when tiffbot said her sweet son did that!!
Lol! Aw I'm sorry you were sick but I'm glad you clarified that it wasn't the thought of me that made you sick haha. That is so sweet of your son!!
tiffbot, I saw your twin again today. But she can't be you because she has two little boys and no darling LouGita. But my heart still excitedly skipped a beat when I saw her because I thought it was you.
Years ago they started a race series (Run Disney). Run Disney races currently range from $80 for a 5k to $200 for a half marathon. And the races sell out in minutes.
Then they added in special "challenges" where if you run multiple races, you get an extra medal, so of course people are now running multiple Disney races a year/weekend. $$$$$
I just got an email where they are now starting a "Virtual Race." A series of 3 5ks, each with a different medal, each costing $40. Now they don't have to worry about the races selling out, they can keep collecting money hand over fist because people will shell out $120 just for the chance to run a "Disney race."
I love Disney with a fiery passion, but even I had scratched my head when I saw this advertised. I thought I was missing something here, but evidently not.
I love Disney with a fiery passion, but even I had scratched my head when I saw this advertised. I thought I was missing something here, but evidently not.
Same feelings. And I even love the Disney races. I've done a bunch and they're really well run/fun. I'm even signing LBB up for his first one next year. It just kills me how much money they make on these things.
Post by beersandweirs on May 6, 2016 14:59:40 GMT -5
I think it was this thread people were talking about Starbucks challenges. They have a deal on website right now if you buy an egift card with visa checkout, you get an extra $10.
Don't you guys just love my little money saving tidbits?!
I have 9.5 days left of school. And in a little over two weeks I will be flying to Mexico!! So excited. Happy Friday!
Our good friend busted in our house Wednesday at like 9:00pm and brought T birthday gifts. He definitely woke her up. I wanted to rage, but I couldn't. Because he brought her this.
She fell asleep fairly quickly afterwards, thank goodness.
I took my car to get detailed today so we can possibly sell it soon. I texted H saying he'd need to leave work early so we could get there in time to pick it up before the dealership closed. He called me at his normal leaving time saying he should be home by 6:30 and to have O ready to go. Cue moderate anger because he didn't leave early and we'd be getting there juuuust at 7. He just called to say "There's more traffic than I thought" and could I call the dealership and let them know we'd be late. No, I'll let them know we're getting it tomorrow because no one wants to wait for potentially an extra half hour before going home for the night. Why didn't he leave early like he said he would? Why didn't he think there'd be traffic, on a Friday, when it's raining? Why doesn't he know how long it takes to get places? It the grand scheme of things it's really no big deal to get it tomorrow but I just wanted it done today. Grumble grumble.
Tl, dr: H left work late so we can't pick up my car until tomorrow. I've got anger feels.
Post by billyhorrible on May 6, 2016 17:32:20 GMT -5
My inlaws are the worst.
My niece turns 16 on Sunday. DH called his brother to find out what they're doing for her birthday. Nothing. Nada. Not even a "go out to dinner" or "have some friends over for cake."
DH and I are going to set up a dinner for her and her friends at a restaurant and take care of the check for them. Because everyone should have some sort of birthday celebration for their 16th birthday.
DS has been a tiny tornado today, and it has generally not been my winning-est parent day. As soon as he finally passed out, margaritas and ice cream are happening on the deck.
Also, this happened today. She often jumps on his toy chest, but apparently didn't realize I had taken the lid of to let DS root around in it
Have you guys listen to Justin Timberlake's new song yet? Sooo good!
It came on in the car while I was running a couple errands today and it inspired me to put on a YouTube JT playlist while I bathed the kids tonight haha. Omg so many old songs I had forgotten about. It was a non stop dance party...mostly by me.
Post by billyhorrible on May 6, 2016 21:37:11 GMT -5
I typically don't drink on nights before a race because it makes me feel sluggish, thirsty and tired while I'm running. So right now I'm debating with myself about opening a bottle of wine.
On the one hand my race tomorrow is only a 10k, and I typically run double digits on the weekend, so 6 miles doesn't seem like a big deal.
On the other hand, the race info they keep sending out describes it as "a grueling out-and-back trek (or up-and-down if we’re being honest) into Blue Sky and a quad-burning +10% climb to the Dam. Take our advice and start training now!"
DS1 is going to Croatia with his dad in three and a half weeks. When XH picked him up for the weekend this evening he informed me that when they are there he will be applying for citizenship for DS1. This is the first he's ever brought this up to me. Not asking me. Telling me. In our divorce agreement it says he isn't allowed to get DS1 dual citizenship unless I consent. Well I don't consent. Not right now. Not being sprung on me with no warning, so soon before they leave. And I'm seriously pissed he doesn't see this as a major decision that he needs to consult me about so that I can provide my input. I think there are a lot of pros to be had in dual citizenship but I firmly believe that DS1 needs to be old enough to be involved in that decision since it is his life we are talking about. Also, I deserve the chance to find out exactly what that means for me child in the future. He has until he turns 18 to apply so there is nothing urgent about this. If DS1 wants this when he is older I have no issue with it, but not now. XH is going to blow his top over this.
Am I being unreasonable in expecting that my kid not just flippantly become a citizen of another country? Anyone with dual citizenships who can weigh in?
DS1 is going to Croatia with his dad in three and a half weeks. When XH picked him up for the weekend this evening he informed me that when they are there he will be applying for citizenship for DS1. This is the first he's ever brought this up to me. Not asking me. Telling me. In our divorce agreement it says he isn't allowed to get DS1 dual citizenship unless I consent. Well I don't consent. Not right now. Not being sprung on me with no warning, so soon before they leave. And I'm seriously pissed he doesn't see this as a major decision that he needs to consult me about so that I can provide my input. I think there are a lot of pros to be had in dual citizenship but I firmly believe that DS1 needs to be old enough to be involved in that decision since it is his life we are talking about. Also, I deserve the chance to find out exactly what that means for me child in the future. He has until he turns 18 to apply so there is nothing urgent about this. If DS1 wants this when he is older I have no issue with it, but not now. XH is going to blow his top over this.
Am I being unreasonable in expecting that my kid not just flippantly become a citizen of another country? Anyone with dual citizenships who can weigh in?
Not unreasonable. Citizenship is a big deal. I was always a little mad at my parents that they kept me a German, they left it to me to apply for US citizenship when I was old enough. It was a pain, but now I appreciate the fact that I was able to choose what country I am a citizen of.
Not to mention, I'm not even sure the legal ramifications of if your son became a dual citizen, and you 100% are right for wanting to be able to have some time to process, research, and make sure it's a decision you and your son are also comfortable with.
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