Fingers crossed and knocking on wood for a smooth Friday!
Two grade levels will be on field trips, so maybe it will be quiet?
I was supposed to go with 5th grade to the zoo and but they had to reschedule and I can't go today. I'm a little disappointed because it would be great to see those kids get to experience it (most have never been) but on the upside, I don't have to spend 5 hours on a bus with 60 children today! : )
Aaaaaaand....leaving afterschool for a weekend away with DH!! First time we've had more than a quick night away since I was pregnant with J. We're going to a documentary film festival, which is probably not my first pick of destinations, but DH is geeking out, which makes me happy to see him happy, and there will many kid-free delicious meals,, much wine, and maybe sleeping in, so I'll go anywhere for that.
Currently soaking up J cuddles...will miss this snotty, adorable mess. And her silly, adorable brother too.
I figured out the cause of super early wake ups! H goes to the gym at 5:30 and wakes Hunter every time. He's fairly quiet in the house, but he drives the jeep and it's loud AF starting up. The boys room is on the front of the house and ours is at the back, it wakes me up every time so obviously it was waking them. I made him take my much much much quieter car today and no early baby wake ups. We slept until 6:45! It's a miracle.
I have two days off with the boys now. They're both under the weather still so we're starting the day out with Netflix in bed and eventually moving to the couch for movies. Hopefully we can get outside for a walk too, they can always use fresh air.
Post by lovemyirishtwins on Apr 7, 2017 6:46:12 GMT -5
Today is suppose to be much nicer here than yesterday. I can already see the sun shining so that alone is better.
Both of my girls are currently asleep still in my bed. V did not sleep well at all last night. I hope her terrible sleep has only been because of her ear infection.
I am planning on cleaning and doing laundry. I have my sister's kids tonight so they can have a date night.
I am so happy it is Friday. My boss and I got awarded an 18 million dollar high rise project, and I am sort of um, FREAKING OUT. This is my biggest single project, and I have never done a high rise. With Kalahari, we had several contracts that were up there in price, but man, this is a biggie. I am a little scurred.
We are taking Nick to our town's egg hunt tomorrow, they also have a petting zoo and I am stoked. I am trying to pet some bunnies.
I have a super annoying breakout on my chin that I'm feeling self-conscious about. This morning E starts poking it and saying "mama rashy!" Thanks, kid.
@wafflesfriendswork Not quite bike shorts, but I have used those bloomer things a bunch and we also have used those super short shorts that have elastic around the thighs. I don't use them all the time though.
@wafflesfriendswork - I bought a couple pair of bike shorts for dresses this summer. Last summer I used a diaper cover - not always the one that came with the dress, I would just grab a coordinating color one out of the drawer as most were solid colors.
While we are on the subject of dresses, I also put her in the previous year's dresses as shirts/tunics.
Post by lovemyirishtwins on Apr 7, 2017 8:09:43 GMT -5
@waffkesfriendswork I use bike shorts. Some seasons they are harder to find but this season I have seen them more. Cat and jack, old navy, and Hanna Andersson all carry them in various colors and prints. Dd1 can really only wear these shorts in general because she is so petite that other shorts are either too short or too big in the waist.
@wafflesfriendswork, we do both bloomers and bike shorts. Lately mostly bike shorts because the bloomers seem to cut in. The ones we like are Hanna Andersson and I got a few cheap pairs from Kohls last year that work well too.
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@wafflesfriendswork Not quite bike shorts, but I have used those bloomer things a bunch and we also have used those super short shorts that have elastic around the thighs. I don't use them all the time though.
I can't put those on HH. Lucky girl inherited her mama's thighs. We have a pair of the bubble shorts form Gymboree and it was like a fucking joke. Her legs would have fallen off due to lack of circulation 😂
Before she became so active, we were in the same boat. Nothing fit over those thighs. She used to be so chunky and is now a string bean.
Today is DH's birthday and we are going with some friends to Drag Queen Bingo downtown. We have been a few times, the last time was right before Dylan was born and it is amazing. I can't wait!
BFP #1 December 2012 - MMC January 2013, D&C February 2013 BFP #2 October 2014 - DD arrived July 16, 2015 BFP #3 July 2016 - MC @ 9 weeks August 2016 BFP #4 Due January 2, 2018 - Please stick baby!
@wafflesfriendswork, I use playground shorts for DD. You can find them anywhere and they are pretty cheap. I got mine from the children's place but they sell them at amazon, Walmart, etc.
GI visit is over! Pretty much the path is going to be: more testing for nutrient and fat malabsorptions, more detailed Celiac testing. If those are negative, then follow weight over next two months, then make a call. Unless something changes before then.
Also, our appointment was at 9 and he had pooped 3x already by the time we got there and then one more time in between registration and getting put on the scale.
That's more than Elena poops in a week! Poor kid. I hope whatever is bothering him gets sorted out.
Post by catladymeow on Apr 7, 2017 10:00:22 GMT -5
Yikes sharebear05, I hope that is all sorted soon!
I am looking forward to spring/summer so I use E's leggings from last year as capris. She is in 3T for length, but they are all way too big in the waist. Her old leggings fit great in the waist but are way too short.
She has never worn a dress so I have no idea what to do about a diaper cover (I have a few casual summer dresses for this year). I'll probably just put capris leggings on under the dress but I guess that's not great for super hot days.
J15 I need your advice. Without going into too much detail, my H had a big f-ck up a few weeks ago. We've had issues for the past two years with his drinking at work events and him constantly going out with subcontractors and clients. After this last catastrophe, we agreed that he would NOT DRINK AT ALL at these functions until the issue was resolved and we had been able to regain some trust. If he was going to drink we agreed he would let me know ahead of time and he would uber home. This was like an iron clad promise. Well, guess what?!?!? Last night he went out to an awards dinner and had a glass (or two?) of wine over 4 hours and drove home. He seemed totally sober when he got home so under normal circumstances it would be nbd but this is not our agreement. This is not what we agreed to and it seems like he's not taking this seriously.
What should I do? I have avoided talking to him today because I don't know what to say. I'm actually not even mad, I'm at just at a loss. We are supposed to start counseling, but don't have an appointment for almost two months.
EmMilAlly, no advice but wanted to let you know that I understand your frustration. DH has a drinking problem. He has finally admitted it and has made certain promises to me that are not always kept. So I obviously have no advice since we are in a similar situation right now.
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EmMilAlly What you thinking of doing/ saying? Are you to the point of making threats or are you hoping to make him feel your disappointment?
Does he seem remorseful?
I am sure him breaking his promise hurts.
I haven't talked to him today since he left for work before 5 and I'm not sure if he's remorseful or knows I'm upset. I have made so many threats in the past and don't want to go there, but I feel like I need to put my foot down. Ugh. I hate this so much. I'm pissed that instead of enjoying my Friday I'm worrying about how to parent my H so there are "consequences." Maybe I just do nothing?
EmMilAlly, no advice but wanted to let you know that I understand your frustration. DH has a drinking problem. He has finally admitted it and has made certain promises to me that are not always kept. So I obviously have no advice since we are in a similar situation right now.
Post by lovemyirishtwins on Apr 7, 2017 11:35:33 GMT -5
EmMilAlly that is so hard. I have a hard time keeping quiet in these type of situations. I guess I am not a big fan of remaining silent for a lengthy period of time. Silence solves nothing. Whilst it allows you time to process, too much time can cause a divide. I think it is fine to take the day to try and gain your composure but I would not take it much past that.
If you're afraid of saying something you would regret out of anger could you write it down and then either keep that for reference or email him? I have emailed dh when I am really upset. Then he can take the day to process as can I. We come together later and talk calmly.
I think even when you're upset if you address it with him you are trying to work through it towards a goal.
I would stair with him how upset and hurt you are at his choice. Let him know he broke your trust, if that is how you feel. I would go through all the reasons you have discussed and agreed that this was not a wise choice.
I hope you can find a common ground on this issue until the counseling.
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