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Post by wedding on Dec 1, 2021 11:36:04 GMT -6
That’s ridiculous slenle. When C was a close contact the principal called me on a holiday (Veterans Day). I hope you feel better wineallthetime.
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Post by jewels on Dec 1, 2021 11:36:54 GMT -6
that's insane - 11 days to notify you! I assume it’s because yesterday was N’s first day back since 11/19. 2nd and 3rd graders had an extra long thanksgiving break to let teachers transition to the new elementary school that was just built . So the kid probably didn’t show up for the first day back and that’s when they figured it out. But still! how are families still not notifying the school!?! I feel like that would be the very first call, even if school was out!
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Post by wedding on Dec 1, 2021 11:41:41 GMT -6
I’m working from home with Lola. Luckily she is taking it easy after her spay surgery and she’s not messing with the stitches through her surgery suit so she doesn’t need the cone.
We had a long talk with C last night because next week is dh’s work party and spouses are invited and we wanted to go. With Cs fear of being apart from me though, it’s not going to happen. It felt odd asking his permission to go but he was adamant and his anxiety was spiking. I spoke to my therapist and she agrees it could cause him to regress and he’s made some progress, like letting me start the car without him. I don’t want to slide back so I’ll skip it. I’m bummed though because I want to dress up. We are going to try ti go to a nice dinner later this month. C seemed open to that because we wouldn’t be so far away.
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Post by slenle on Dec 1, 2021 11:45:36 GMT -6
slenle, remind me what colors you guys are going for!!! Cabinets are Benjamin Moore creamy white. Here’s my mood board. Really anxious to see it all come together!
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Post by guster on Dec 1, 2021 11:58:44 GMT -6
slenle, 'm sorry about the exposure and the late notice, too. But I'm super excited for cabinet day. lahdeedah, I would totally get him a little Dustbuster or even an expensive stick vacuum. When we were little my grandmother had an old fashioned carpet sweeper in her back hallway, And all the cousins were obsessed with it. Kids are funny. @ wine, sorry for the down day. I hope you can take a little time to yourself to rejuvenate.
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Post by guster on Dec 1, 2021 12:01:53 GMT -6
I assume it’s because yesterday was N’s first day back since 11/19. 2nd and 3rd graders had an extra long thanksgiving break to let teachers transition to the new elementary school that was just built . So the kid probably didn’t show up for the first day back and that’s when they figured it out. But still! how are families still not notifying the school!?! I feel like that would be the very first call, even if school was out! I know this is very cynical of me, but a little boy in Charlie's class was out on the Friday before Thanksgiving with Covid, and we were told we were not a close contact. When Charlie got home on Monday he said that the only person out in his class was the one infected (he didn't know if that was why the boy was out, and he's always very accurate and truthful in what he tells me), but now I'm wondering how they're handling anything. The cynical part for me is that I wondered if they were doing it so no families had to quarantine for the Thanksgiving break.
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Post by wineallthetime on Dec 1, 2021 13:26:49 GMT -6
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Post by jewels on Dec 1, 2021 13:28:06 GMT -6
how are families still not notifying the school!?! I feel like that would be the very first call, even if school was out! I know this is very cynical of me, but a little boy in Charlie's class was out on the Friday before Thanksgiving with Covid, and we were told we were not a close contact. When Charlie got home on Monday he said that the only person out in his class was the one infected (he didn't know if that was why the boy was out, and he's always very accurate and truthful in what he tells me), but now I'm wondering how they're handling anything. The cynical part for me is that I wondered if they were doing it so no families had to quarantine for the Thanksgiving break. god I hope not. I would be livid if I went and saw someone over Thanksgiving break b/c I thought we had no exposure, and then it turned out we were just lied to. Yikes...
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Post by nam2013 on Dec 1, 2021 13:49:39 GMT -6
peachsmama happy birthday!!! And I got your card! Such a beautiful family 🥰.
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Post by nam2013 on Dec 1, 2021 14:01:28 GMT -6
Hi ladies. I reached my breaking point last week and made the decision that working in the school for me isn’t possible. My anxiety levels peaked and the lack of sleep isn’t helping. So for now I’m on sick leave. I don’t know how to feel about it. I do know I did not want to keep on going with the risk of a complete burn out and not being able be the mom I want to be…
Both kids are back in school tomorrow which is good, but also nerve wracking since school is a hot spot at the moment.
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Post by nam2013 on Dec 1, 2021 14:07:49 GMT -6
slenle ridiculous… my h had that once, he was notified on day 9… I was angry and relieved at the same time. Ignorance is bliss 🙈. wineallthetime I’m sorry you’re not feeling well and that L is struggling. Hopefully your therapist can give you some tips. lahdeedah give the boy a vacuum! His future wife/husband will thank you 😜.
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Post by jewels on Dec 1, 2021 14:17:54 GMT -6
sorry nam2013, but glad you were able to make a decision that is best for your mental health. Can you take an extended leave of absence from the job without losing your position?
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Post by nam2013 on Dec 1, 2021 14:25:50 GMT -6
sorry nam2013, but glad you were able to make a decision that is best for your mental health. Can you take an extended leave of absence from the job without losing your position? Yes. With regards to that we have a good system over here. I have a permanent position and they are legally not allowed to fire me. My wages during sick leave are paid by the government, we all pay taxes towards that. There’s mandatory corporate doctor/ job coaching meetings in which they basically asses if your sick leaf is warranted and how they can get you back on the floor. In theory you can be on paid sick leave for two years before becoming permanently sick (wether mentally or physically), during that time your employer is obligated to do their best to help you.
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Post by wedding on Dec 1, 2021 14:44:25 GMT -6
nam2013, I am glad you are taking this step and that the government supports you. Sounds like a dream for us Americans. I hope it helps lower your stress some.
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Post by nam2013 on Dec 1, 2021 15:15:37 GMT -6
nam2013, I am glad you are taking this step and that the government supports you. Sounds like a dream for us Americans. I hope it helps lower your stress some. Thanks, me too. We do all pay between 20-50% (37% on average) tax on our income to basically pay for stuff like this, I’m not sure all Americans would like that .
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Post by lfig on Dec 1, 2021 15:27:31 GMT -6
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Post by wineallthetime on Dec 1, 2021 15:31:02 GMT -6
I'm sorry, nam. Proud of you for taking care of your mental health and knowing what you need to take off your plate ❤️
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Post by lfig on Dec 1, 2021 15:33:33 GMT -6
I’m trying to play catch up at work after some time off for my hand/wrist surgery. But it’s hard since I’m right handed and don’t have all my movement back yet. So I’ve been doing a lot of pecking at the keyboard. Lol.
So, S is still like a toddler in many ways as you all know. She puts things in her mouth a lot. I’ve always said “she won’t swallow anything though”. Well, I need to strike that because I found a lego in her 💩 diaper yesterday 🤦♀️. I’m kinda impressed by the size of it. It was from the babysitters house. I asked her if she wanted it back 😂. Never did I think I’d examine my 8year olds poop. 😬.
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Post by lahdeedah on Dec 1, 2021 15:58:16 GMT -6
nam2013, I am glad you are taking this step and that the government supports you. Sounds like a dream for us Americans. I hope it helps lower your stress some. I was thinking the same. It sounds too good to be true for us Americans. I’m glad they are supportive and you are taking the time you need for yourself and your family. nam2013
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Post by lahdeedah on Dec 1, 2021 16:00:04 GMT -6
I’m trying to play catch up at work after some time off for my hand/wrist surgery. But it’s hard since I’m right handed and don’t have all my movement back yet. So I’ve been doing a lot of pecking at the keyboard. Lol. So, S is still like a toddler in many ways as you all know. She puts things in her mouth a lot. I’ve always said “she won’t swallow anything though”. Well, I need to strike that because I found a lego in her 💩 diaper yesterday 🤦♀️. I’m kinda impressed by the size of it. It was from the babysitters house. I asked her if she wanted it back 😂. Never did I think I’d examine my 8year olds poop. 😬. Yikes! I’m glad it didn’t do any damage.
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Post by guster on Dec 1, 2021 16:32:08 GMT -6
I know this is very cynical of me, but a little boy in Charlie's class was out on the Friday before Thanksgiving with Covid, and we were told we were not a close contact. When Charlie got home on Monday he said that the only person out in his class was the one infected (he didn't know if that was why the boy was out, and he's always very accurate and truthful in what he tells me), but now I'm wondering how they're handling anything. The cynical part for me is that I wondered if they were doing it so no families had to quarantine for the Thanksgiving break. god I hope not. I would be livid if I went and saw someone over Thanksgiving break b/c I thought we had no exposure, and then it turned out we were just lied to. Yikes... That's what I was thinking but why was his whole class there (minus the infected child?). Very suspicious to me. I'm just hoping Charlie was innacurate.
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Post by wineallthetime on Dec 1, 2021 16:32:48 GMT -6
lfig, silly girl! Hope there aren't any others in there. I hope the babysitter wanted it back 😂
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Post by guster on Dec 1, 2021 16:33:12 GMT -6
I'm so happy you made a good choice for yourself and your sanity. We're always here if you need us!
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Post by slenle on Dec 1, 2021 17:26:58 GMT -6
Progress!
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Post by guster on Dec 1, 2021 18:15:37 GMT -6
Look amazing and so light and airy, slenle!!
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Post by lahdeedah on Dec 1, 2021 18:37:36 GMT -6
Look at all that beautiful cabinet space! slenle can’t wait to see the finished product.
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Post by inthekitty on Dec 1, 2021 18:39:53 GMT -6
Good for you for taking care of yourself nam2013. I definitely wish we had something like that in the US. I pay around 35% for taxes but still get the joy of spending $$$ for medical care. *sigh* slenle I love it so far! Your kitchen is so big with a lot of cabinet space!
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Post by tgrimes on Dec 1, 2021 18:41:07 GMT -6
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Post by tgrimes on Dec 1, 2021 18:41:43 GMT -6
Omg lfig. I hope there aren’t anymore in there!
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Post by mwhip on Dec 1, 2021 19:07:11 GMT -6
slenle looks amazing! Im jealous of all those cabinets and the counter space!
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