Saturday Spamalooza

[cloe111479]

Last time I'll talk about it. I promise.

This was my street in chalmette, LA a suburb of New Orleans. I had lived in that house my entire life and we never had more than a little water on our street during a storm. This was it.

We still have each other and our memories but with the exception of the few pics we took (and the random school wallet photos my aunt still had in her purse) all the pictures of our life, gone.

I'm posting this but for the rest of the day spending it with my awesomely fun dd who makes living through all that worth it



This is my story ladies.

[hollydfromtn]

Aug 29, 2015 7:16:00 GMT -5 flyster said:

mrsclark731, that looks awesome!

Morning all! LO didn't wake me till almost 4 am last night! I love those nights. of course this morning he had a major blow out and I'm debating throwing out the PJs he was wearing. i had to wake up DH to help.

No major plans for the day. We are headed to a baby wearing meetup in an hour or so...I've been starting to wear DS on my back in the ergo, but I'm not 10% sure I have it adjusted well/am putting him on the best way, so this will be great for my piece of mind. I still like keeping him on my front for thinks like grocery shopping so I can smell his head and talk to him, but for doing chores around the house/hiking on the back is the way to go!

I agree with the back carry being great for chores. It's so awkward to get him into it though. I'm practicing up on my wrapping skills so that I can hopefully start feeling comfortable enough to wrap him on my back instead of the ergo.

[aggiebug]

Aug 29, 2015 9:02:46 GMT -5 cloe111479 said:

Last time I'll talk about it. I promise.

This was my street in chalmette, LA a suburb of New Orleans. I had lived in that house my entire life and we never had more than a little water on our street during a storm. This was it.

We still have each other and our memories but with the exception of the few pics we took (and the random school wallet photos my aunt still had in her purse) all the pictures of our life, gone.

I'm posting this but for the rest of the day spending it with my awesomely fun dd who makes living through all that worth it



This is my story ladies.

Those pictures always get me cloe111479 I am sorry you had to live through that. Hugs

[danitaec]

It's 10:26 on the east coast and I'm typing this from my bed! Other than getting up at 2 and 7 to pump, I actually got to SLEEP! Baby and husband are in the house somewhere, but it's been so nice. Now I plan on a nice shower and actually getting to shave. I almost feel human again!

[WittyLittle]

Aug 29, 2015 7:09:37 GMT -5 lilyelayne said:

seamonster sounds like a fun date night! Hope sexy time is enjoyable!
WittyLittle sorry your coworker is being childish. At least he realized he hurt your feelings?

Only one wake up last night so I'm hoping DS feels better this morning, at least a little bit. DH is going to finish packing the car while I feed DS, then we're off to the beach.

He does, that's the worst part! He even asked me if I was mad. I told him the truth, I'm not mad, but I'm just a bit sad that they were talking about me in that way. 

How's DS a few hours in to the day? Feeling better?

[osumegs]

Aug 29, 2015 9:02:46 GMT -5 cloe111479 said:

Last time I'll talk about it. I promise.

This was my street in chalmette, LA a suburb of New Orleans. I had lived in that house my entire life and we never had more than a little water on our street during a storm. This was it.

We still have each other and our memories but with the exception of the few pics we took (and the random school wallet photos my aunt still had in her purse) all the pictures of our life, gone.

I'm posting this but for the rest of the day spending it with my awesomely fun dd who makes living through all that worth it



This is my story ladies.

Feel free to talk however much you need to. You all are in my thoughts this weekend on the anniversary.

[tortor4]

Aug 29, 2015 9:02:46 GMT -5 cloe111479 said:

Last time I'll talk about it. I promise.

This was my street in chalmette, LA a suburb of New Orleans. I had lived in that house my entire life and we never had more than a little water on our street during a storm. This was it.

We still have each other and our memories but with the exception of the few pics we took (and the random school wallet photos my aunt still had in her purse) all the pictures of our life, gone.

I'm posting this but for the rest of the day spending it with my awesomely fun dd who makes living through all that worth it



This is my story ladies.

Wow. I'm so sorry. I hope you get lots and lots of snuggles from DD today.

[WittyLittle]

I'm confused. My work blocked both proboards and TCF and tapatalk also doesn't work. Not the end of the world because I get a new data plan on my phone next month and I'll be able to talk from there, but it happened in the middle of the day... on a Saturday?! Our IT department hardly works during regular business hours... why would they do this on a Saturday? Weirdos.

[taberbtb]

cloe111479 I'm so sorry you had to live through that.

DH and I are getting ready to leave for the wedding this afternoon. My sister came and picked up B an hour and a half ago. I planned on having a little nap before we hit the road but I was awaken after 10min by strangers driving around our barns honking their horn. I went out to see if there was cattle out or something, but no. They wanted to know if I had f*cking goats to sell them. This happens all the time I kid you not, but today it made me angry since it disturbed my baby-less nap time. WTF random strangers?!

[WittyLittle]

Aug 29, 2015 9:02:46 GMT -5 cloe111479 said:

Last time I'll talk about it. I promise.

This was my street in chalmette, LA a suburb of New Orleans. I had lived in that house my entire life and we never had more than a little water on our street during a storm. This was it.

We still have each other and our memories but with the exception of the few pics we took (and the random school wallet photos my aunt still had in her purse) all the pictures of our life, gone.

I'm posting this but for the rest of the day spending it with my awesomely fun dd who makes living through all that worth it



This is my story ladies.

Oh man... I have a lot of respect for all of you who had to live through that. It must have been so scary and heartbreaking. I'm sorry for the loss of those physical memories but i'm glad you still have each other!

[pitdigger]

We got rained on during swimming this morning. G just turned his face up and stuck out his tongue. DH was like: do we not give you enough to drink? I got to buy road side fish on the way home! 2 freshly caught and cleaned bonitas!

[cougarette]

cloe111479 That picture is heartbreaking. Enjoy your time with your sweet lo.

Although that did remind me to upload my recent pics of DS so I have a backup, just in case.

[miniwheat]

cloe111479, Hugs. Talk about it as much as you need. That's why we are here.

[cougarette]

flyster hollydfromtn
My local babywearing group had a thread on using a ssc on your back. Here are some of the videos they shared:

youtu.be/qZyIXxxEr4A

youtu.be/UCuM6KlELEc

m.youtube.com/watch?v=3BL5qKBvoSQ

[mommadozer]

Hi ladies! Hope everyone is enjoying their Saturday. We are heading up to the mountains to get a change of scenery today.

I do have a question though. Do any of you have a Withings Activite Pop? Currently I have the Nike fuel band and I just don't like the feel of it and the fact that it is not waterproof. Plus the Pop looks more like a watch than an activity tracker.

[miniwheat]

Aug 29, 2015 10:22:24 GMT -5 taberbtb said:

cloe111479 I'm so sorry you had to live through that.

DH and I are getting ready to leave for the wedding this afternoon. My sister came and picked up B an hour and a half ago. I planned on having a little nap before we hit the road but I was awaken after 10min by strangers driving around our barns honking their horn. I went out to see if there was cattle out or something, but no. They wanted to know if I had f*cking goats to sell them. This happens all the time I kid you not, but today it made me angry since it disturbed my baby-less nap time. WTF random strangers?!

My IL's have a hobby farm and randomly people walk around the house and into the barn taking pictures. Like, seriously go away! It's so annoying and it gets worse during the fall.

[mishka29]

Shit night with 4 wake ups. Silly teeth!

No plans today. We really should make some.

[FlutterOfYoshis]

cloe111479 I'm so sorry. How heartbreaking to see something like that, let alone experience it firsthand. Though it's something I'm sure you'll never forget, it's wonderful you've survived to make new memories now with your LO.

[maryxc1]

My cousin, who lives about five hours away, is getting married. I don't have anybody to keep my kids down there and DD is going through crazy separation anxiety so leaving them at home isn't an option (plus I have no volunteers to keep them for two days). My plan was to keep the kids outside for the ceremony but go in for the reception. They are overall well behaved but I had a baby crying at my ceremony and I don't want to take the chance.

So today I got the invitation and it is addressed to Mr. and Mrs. X. To me this means that the kids are not invited since it doesn't mention 'and family' or their names. It is a pretty casual event and my mother says that they didn't remember to put the kids on there, but I don't agree. My solution is just not to go. There is no sense in me going all the way down there to hang out the whole time with just me and my kids. Am I right on this?

[kartish]

cougarette I'm so sorry, I know how that feels from my stupid mistake last week! My DH was similarly lacking in understanding. It sucks to lose milk!

Working today while DH and V are having fun at the fair. Boo! Wish I could win the Lottery and SAH.

[Deleted]

Aug 29, 2015 13:15:08 GMT -5 maryxc1 said:

My cousin, who lives about five hours away, is getting married. I don't have anybody to keep my kids down there and DD is going through crazy separation anxiety so leaving them at home isn't an option (plus I have no volunteers to keep them for two days). My plan was to keep the kids outside for the ceremony but go in for the reception. They are overall well behaved but I had a baby crying at my ceremony and I don't want to take the chance.

So today I got the invitation and it is addressed to Mr. and Mrs. X. To me this means that the kids are not invited since it doesn't mention 'and family' or their names. It is a pretty casual event and my mother says that they didn't remember to put the kids on there, but I don't agree. My solution is just not to go. There is no sense in me going all the way down there to hang out the whole time with just me and my kids. Am I right on this?

I'd contact your cousin and ask. It's possible they just didn't think to put the kids on the invite. You can ask in a way that is just clarifying, not requesting they change anything. Then if it is adults only don't go.

I know that I'd be really sad if I was getting married and my cousin didn't come because they thought kids weren't welcome but they were and I had just messed up addressing the invite (which I have done).

[WittyLittle]

Every night I manage to under or overdress my child... tonight he's sweating. Yesterday (wearing the same outfit at the same temperature) he was cold. I swear he just does this to mess with me

[kartish]

Aug 29, 2015 13:44:10 GMT -5 WittyLittle said:

Every night I manage to under or overdress my child... tonight he's sweating. Yesterday (wearing the same outfit at the same temperature) he was cold. I swear he just does this to mess with me

The other night I attempted a MOTN wardrobe change for V because he was sweating and I got panicked about SIDS. MH just shook his head at me. V woke for a second but fell back asleep.

[cginge]

Went to Nordstroms for a bra fitting. I'm glad I did because I definitely thought I was a different size than what I am! Just wanted to share--the salesperson told me that they will convert any of their bras to a nursing bra(as long as the straps allow it). I think the conversion was $15 but free if you have a Nordstroms card?

[Deleted]

Aug 29, 2015 13:57:42 GMT -5 cginge said:

Went to Nordstroms for a bra fitting. I'm glad I did because I definitely thought I was a different size than what I am! Just wanted to share--the salesperson told me that they will convert any of their bras to a nursing bra(as long as the straps allow it). I think the conversion was $15 but free if you have a Nordstroms card?

What? Awesome!

[cougarette]

Well that was weird.

I was at OUAC looking at costumes and saw some baby gates. I was doing some research last night and found one I really liked on amazon and added it to my wish list for later. Well that exact same one was there for much less! Score! But seriously, what are the odds? Maybe I should get a lottery ticket tonight.

[osumegs]

Aug 29, 2015 13:15:08 GMT -5 maryxc1 said:

My cousin, who lives about five hours away, is getting married. I don't have anybody to keep my kids down there and DD is going through crazy separation anxiety so leaving them at home isn't an option (plus I have no volunteers to keep them for two days). My plan was to keep the kids outside for the ceremony but go in for the reception. They are overall well behaved but I had a baby crying at my ceremony and I don't want to take the chance.

So today I got the invitation and it is addressed to Mr. and Mrs. X. To me this means that the kids are not invited since it doesn't mention 'and family' or their names. It is a pretty casual event and my mother says that they didn't remember to put the kids on there, but I don't agree. My solution is just not to go. There is no sense in me going all the way down there to hang out the whole time with just me and my kids. Am I right on this?

I agree on asking them. A lot of people just don't understand how to address invitations.

[GeekBeagle]

Currently freaking out because I was supposed to receive a hat in the mail today for DS's 6 month photos tomorrow. The mail came, but no hat. The tracking for the package still says expected delivery today and that the package is on the way to the destination, but I don't see USPS coming twice in one day. :/

[aggiebug]

maryxc1 you are correct, their invite indicates they aren't invited.

Now depending on how close you are you might drop her a line asking more in a light hearted settle the debate with my mom type of note.

[mommadozer]

Aug 29, 2015 13:15:08 GMT -5 maryxc1 said:

My cousin, who lives about five hours away, is getting married. I don't have anybody to keep my kids down there and DD is going through crazy separation anxiety so leaving them at home isn't an option (plus I have no volunteers to keep them for two days). My plan was to keep the kids outside for the ceremony but go in for the reception. They are overall well behaved but I had a baby crying at my ceremony and I don't want to take the chance.

So today I got the invitation and it is addressed to Mr. and Mrs. X. To me this means that the kids are not invited since it doesn't mention 'and family' or their names. It is a pretty casual event and my mother says that they didn't remember to put the kids on there, but I don't agree. My solution is just not to go. There is no sense in me going all the way down there to hang out the whole time with just me and my kids. Am I right on this?

I would ask just to be sure. We put on our invite that an "adult reception" would follow the ceremony.