Best and worst-my husband's company moving us to Dallas with very little notice. I'm learning to like it here, but hate being so far away from all my family
Best: -I said this in one of the GTKYs the other day, but the decision I made to quit my FT job in April. It's allowed for much less stress in our home life. -We were able to take a few family camping trips this summer, that was awesome -Our trip to Mexico in January for my birthday -DH got "promoted" to Lead PA for Cardiac Surgery. It's nice to see that the docs recognize is hard work. It almost makes it worth it that he's never home.
Worst: -DS got influenza in January and then a post viral bacterial pneumonia. He was sick for a month. It was a stressful time. -My biological father was in a 4 wheeler accident in July. After emergent back surgery and a week long hospital stay, most of it in ICU, he's ok-physically. He got fired from his job after being finally cleared to come back to work and hasn't been able to find a FT job since. He still has pain too. I worry about him. **trigger-loss mention** -I don't think I've mentioned it here, but the chemical pregnancy I had in August.
Best - getting our foster care license and welcoming our two foster sons! I am so thankful for these sweet boys and that I get to be their mom for now.
Worst - Frustration and unhappiness at my job and dealing with managers that make my job stressful and unsatisfying.
Post by requiressnacks on Dec 31, 2015 18:06:44 GMT -5
I'll play, I struggled to think of a "best" if that gives you any indication of my year:
Best: -Paying off a shitload of credit card debt -MH got off night shift and now works days. It's been great for our marriage -Finding a hairstylist I love
Post by mustloveerica on Dec 31, 2015 18:07:29 GMT -5
Best: -DHs promotion in a job that he loves -my responsibility change at my own job. While is till hate my job, it's at least tolerable now -our new puppy -our kitchen renovation (which I still need to AW pictures of) -our family trip to SC -DHs company announced an all expenses paid trip to Mexico for everyone (coming up this month, I'm so excited!)
Worst: -we started seeing an RE this year and still have no baby
I guess if you weigh the good against the bad we really are very fortunate. Here's to getting that one item off the bad list in 2016.
I'll play, I struggled to think of a "best" if that gives you any indication of my year:
Best: -Paying off a shitload of credit card debt -MH got off night shift and now works days. It's been great for our marriage -Finding a hairstylist I love
Worst: -Losing our baby -Gaining weight recently
This really is the best. Hugs for the tough year though
I had no idea what a game changer a good stylist could be.
I'll play, I struggled to think of a "best" if that gives you any indication of my year:
Best: -Paying off a shitload of credit card debt -MH got off night shift and now works days. It's been great for our marriage -Finding a hairstylist I love
Worst: -Losing our baby -Gaining weight recently
Finding a good hair stylist is key! 4 years ago we moved 2 hours across the state and I still make the trek every 6-8 weeks to see my stylist at home. Totally worth it.
Best and worst-my husband's company moving us to Dallas with very little notice. I'm learning to like it here, but hate being so far away from all my family
Worst- is it super pessimistic to say TTC?
There used to be a reality show about Dallas on Bravo (Most eligible Dallas?) and now that's my only perception of Dallas. I suspect it isn't very factual.
Post by kayladawn91 on Dec 31, 2015 18:19:15 GMT -5
Best - Buying our new car! I still just love it!
Worst - Miscarrying in January and TTC for 9 more months with no luck. I also have had a lot of changes I don't agree with at my job. And I'm still not where I want to be in my career.
Here's to hoping 2016 is a better year for me and MH.
Post by easilyunamused on Dec 31, 2015 18:19:16 GMT -5
2015 hasn't been the kindest to me, but I'll play (and hope not to be a downer)
Best: MH and I had good health this year Our move to another state went smooth(ish)
Worst: Being unemployed for 9 months of the year Dealing with IF Traumatic death of a friend Stress about money and IF creeping into my marriage in a very negative way
I am bringing positivity with me into 2016, and though I normally don't think of a new year as a new beginning, I'm going to treat it as such and have a really great year.
Best and worst-my husband's company moving us to Dallas with very little notice. I'm learning to like it here, but hate being so far away from all my family
Worst- is it super pessimistic to say TTC?
There used to be a reality show about Dallas on Bravo (Most eligible Dallas?) and now that's my only perception of Dallas. I suspect it isn't very factual.
I loved that show! Not because it was good really but loved seeing our city on tv! I would say it's accurate to an extent, like if you have a ton of money and live right in downtown Dallas but not so much the suburbs right around the city like me. Super excited for Real Housewives of Dallas next year though!!
Post by kayladawn91 on Dec 31, 2015 18:22:03 GMT -5
easilyunamused I feel the same way. I normally don't think much about a new year starting, but 2015 has really stunk and I'm going to think of 2016 as a fresh start in several aspects of my life.
Worst - Miscarrying in January and TTC for 9 more months with no luck. I also have had a lot of changes I don't agree with at my job. And I'm still not where I want to be in my career.
Here's to hoping 2016 is a better year for me and MH.
Eta words
What kind of car did you get? I'm hoping to get a new one next year!
There used to be a reality show about Dallas on Bravo (Most eligible Dallas?) and now that's my only perception of Dallas. I suspect it isn't very factual.
I loved that show! Not because it was good really but loved seeing our city on tv! I would say it's accurate to an extent, like if you have a ton of money and live right in downtown Dallas but not so much the suburbs right around the city like me. Super excited for Real Housewives of Dallas next year though!!
m I'm still waiting for Real Housewives of New Haven. Won't hold my breath on that ratchet show. Lol
easilyunamused I feel the same way. I normally don't think much about a new year starting, but 2015 has really stunk and I'm going to think of 2016 as a fresh start in several aspects of my life.
I have heard a couple people say even numbered years are better. So hopefully that's true for all of us!
Worst - Miscarrying in January and TTC for 9 more months with no luck. I also have had a lot of changes I don't agree with at my job. And I'm still not where I want to be in my career.
Here's to hoping 2016 is a better year for me and MH.
Eta words
What kind of car did you get? I'm hoping to get a new one next year!
Best: -surviving my first year of residency, adopting an adorable doggy -finally coming off BCP and starting TTC -MH getting an awesome bonus that helped us pay off a lot of debt
Worst: -starting second year of residency and taking call -having to spend way too much money to take step 3 -breaking my elbow after falling at work
Met in May 2011 Engaged November 2011 Married November 2013 Started TTC November 2015 Began Infertility Workup November 2016 BFP! Lucky #13 Cycle TTC Due Date: 9/5/2017
I probably should have mentioned that this summer was the FOURTH time I broke my left elbow in the same spot. Hence why it's definitely on my worst list.
Met in May 2011 Engaged November 2011 Married November 2013 Started TTC November 2015 Began Infertility Workup November 2016 BFP! Lucky #13 Cycle TTC Due Date: 9/5/2017
Ugh. This topic kind of made me cringe. This year has been so full of crap. It seems like it has been that way for a lot of us.
Hugs all around, I know how much we all need them. I am truly thankful for this board and for all of the wonderful ladies I have gotten the privilege to know. Even when my posting is sporadic.
Best 1. We sold our house quickly this July 2. We are now building our forever home on a beautiful piece of property in a school district I want my kids to attend. 3. I got a great new job that came with benefits even though it is only part time 4. DH has a new job that he enjoys and is moving up in.
Worst 1. DH lost his job this year and took a giant pay cut 2. My only grandparent passed away. Moving her in to our house with was the only reason we chose this time to move 3. Living with my parents while the house is being built has been really hard. 4. I had a CP in November and then because of my job change we decided we should return to TTA.
Post by rablissful on Dec 31, 2015 19:13:07 GMT -5
This year has sucked hardcore but I'll play.
Best -Meeting done super awesome and amazing ladies from this board. -Getting my kitten Ned (even though he likes to wake us up at the crack ass of dawn) -Being relatively healthy (no major health issues or injuries)
Worst: -My mc and cp -Not finding a full time teaching job -Literally having 5 different jobs this year (though one was from 2014 into 2015). Taxes are going to suck. -Having to borrow more money than I'd like from family to get by.
I probably should have mentioned that this summer was the FOURTH time I broke my left elbow in the same spot. Hence why it's definitely on my worst list.
Best -Meeting done super awesome and amazing ladies from this board. -Getting my kitten Ned (even though he likes to wake us up at the crack ass of dawn) -Being relatively healthy (no major health issues or injuries)
Worst: -My mc and cp -Not finding a full time teaching job -Literally having 5 different jobs this year (though one was from 2014 into 2015). Taxes are going to suck. -Having to borrow more money than I'd like from family to get by.
Kittens are the best and give so much love!! Here's to a better 2016!
I probably should have mentioned that this summer was the FOURTH time I broke my left elbow in the same spot. Hence why it's definitely on my worst list.
WE NEED TO STOP TWINNING. THIS IS GETTING RIDICULOUS.
Post by DariaMorgendorfer on Dec 31, 2015 20:36:16 GMT -5
I'll play.
Best: (aside from the obvious)
1. My absolutely HORRIBLE boss was demoted and later fired. Meanwhile, I was promoted (not to his job, but a promotion nonetheless). I normally would never wish ill will on anyone, but he was really a tool. Basically no one liked him. 2. My new boss has communicated that he plans to significantly increase my compensation in 2016.
Worst:
1. This has been a rough year financially - I took a significant pay cut in 2014 thanks to my (now former) boss. 2. My ridiculous work schedule has been difficult. 3. Weight gain (largely thanks to aforementioned schedule).
All in all, it was really a good year for us. I know how lucky I am and I'm very grateful.
I'm 34 | DH is 40 | Married October 2009 BFP August 2014 Baby Boy G Born April 2015 (induction at 37w due to IUGR) Currently NTNP | TTC Again Summer 2016
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