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Post by dapostrophe on Mar 19, 2018 10:47:24 GMT -6
tallb Def not the only one. I look forward to having a few days "off" too. Although, logistically it can sometimes be challenging and I will not love when he's gone and I have a newborn to take care of on top of everyone else. Overall though, I think some time apart is good for us. flamingo Why do you think H is digging in over his parents being the ones to watch the kids? It sounds like your parents are the clear choice. Does he feel they don't get equal time or something? FTR, I'm on your side with not flying the kids all over creation and extending the trip when they could stay in the comfort of their own home.
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Post by joelies on Mar 19, 2018 10:52:40 GMT -6
AFM, at work. Boring. Last night, B went crazy about not wanting to take a bath. She told me and mh that she wanted different parents. I know this will prolly the first of many, many hurled insults during a fit of anger. Just kind of stunned that she came out w that at such a young age. I’m honestly not that ruffled by it so no hair pats. Im just guessing this is a small preview of the teenage years. We had a freakishly similar argument last night. Colin told me he wanted a different Mommy, one who wouldn't make him shampoo his hair. There's a reason I don't mind DH disappearing during bath times, because he probably would have flipped and made it so much worse.
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Post by trtlcrzy on Mar 19, 2018 10:54:50 GMT -6
Realtor just sent a legit real lead on a house zoned for the school we want...but that means we would be the "diversity" bussed into this high school. Lol, I guess we would be the socio-economic diversity in that we are not a big law couple or doctors. Beggars can't be choosers though, so fingers crossed over here. 🤞🏻🤞🏻 I hope it’s perfect for you!
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Post by joelies on Mar 19, 2018 10:55:25 GMT -6
Also hi! Work is kicking my butt since moving to this new team. I actually like it a lot though I'm not sure I'm catching on quickly enough - it's hard to jump in midstream remotely with a group not accustomed to remote folks. I think - hope? - that my visit in a few weeks will help.
How long before I have to stop blaming DST for Colin's freakouts? He's so quick to tantrum and it honestly makes me sad to know he's so stressed out.
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Post by trtlcrzy on Mar 19, 2018 10:56:31 GMT -6
I don’t mind the fact that DH is gone on trips, except I’m jealous that he gets away from parenting duties. I have a bridal shower/Bach party next month that is an overnight and I am so excited for a night away.
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Post by tallb on Mar 19, 2018 11:04:27 GMT -6
I don’t mind the fact that DH is gone on trips, except I’m jealous that he gets away from parenting duties. I have a bridal shower/Bach party next month that is an overnight and I am so excited for a night away. Oh I feel ya. I'm probably only okay with this since I'm going to Arizona in June for a bachelorette.. cannot wait.
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Post by lfig on Mar 19, 2018 11:23:25 GMT -6
So I had 2 dead mice in my office this morning. I had to dispose of those, then clean the office because it stunk soooo bad after being closed up all winter and having dead mice in it. Yuck!
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Post by vino on Mar 19, 2018 11:26:20 GMT -6
Hi hi - at work and we had a pretty good morning.. am I the only one that kind of likes when MH is away? I feel awful but it was kind of nice doing whatever I want and kids we're pretty fun. I'm okay with him dealing with N MOTN again...she's been just sleeping with me after her wake up, which needs to stop. Nope not at all. the kids and I have such a good routine when it's just the 3 of us. It seems calmer for some reason and B takes a lot of pride in helping me out. I love it.
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Post by joelies on Mar 19, 2018 11:37:50 GMT -6
So I had 2 dead mice in my office this morning. I had to dispose of those, then clean the office because it stunk soooo bad after being closed up all winter and having dead mice in it. Yuck! Cannot love tit this. Blech.
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Post by klong11 on Mar 19, 2018 11:42:39 GMT -6
So I had 2 dead mice in my office this morning. I had to dispose of those, then clean the office because it stunk soooo bad after being closed up all winter and having dead mice in it. Yuck!
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Post by yummeecookee on Mar 19, 2018 11:52:43 GMT -6
Mh has a business trip in early May and I’m looking forward to it for the reasons mwhip mentioned- less pressure for dinner, control of the TV. . . I do most of the parenting throughout the week anyhow, so it’s not that much of a shakeup.
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Post by guster on Mar 19, 2018 12:08:37 GMT -6
tallb, that's super exciting! What's the house like? By the way, I thought now that we had purchased a home, my obsession with zillow would slow down, but nope!
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Post by joelies on Mar 19, 2018 12:17:20 GMT -6
tallb , that's super exciting! What's the house like? By the way, I thought now that we had purchased a home, my obsession with zillow would slow down, but nope! We moved almost 6 years ago now, and I still scour the listings at least a couple times a week.
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Post by guster on Mar 19, 2018 12:21:12 GMT -6
tallb , that's super exciting! What's the house like? By the way, I thought now that we had purchased a home, my obsession with zillow would slow down, but nope! We moved almost 6 years ago now, and I still scour the listings at least a couple times a week. Good to know I'm in good company!
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Post by tallb on Mar 19, 2018 12:22:32 GMT -6
tallb, that's super exciting! What's the house like? By the way, I thought now that we had purchased a home, my obsession with zillow would slow down, but nope! it's a tiny colonial - i have only have seen pictures from when it was sold in 2011, so no clue what the updates include, but my realtor is friends with the owner, so I assume it's decent inside. It does gave a big hill out front with a lot of steps, but the backyard is flat. But two blocks from the elementary school and a park and a new metro stop should be coming soon, but can walk to one about a mile away and a huge downtown area. Hoping he price is consistent with the comps, bc we can afford it is so. I will need to delete the redfin app once we buy a house. I have about 900 favorites since I've been looking at houses for YEARS. I can't know what we could have gotten if we had waited..
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Post by lahdeedah on Mar 19, 2018 12:26:06 GMT -6
Hi hi - at work and we had a pretty good morning.. am I the only one that kind of likes when MH is away? I feel awful but it was kind of nice doing whatever I want and kids we're pretty fun. I'm okay with him dealing with N MOTN again...she's been just sleeping with me after her wake up, which needs to stop. Nope not at all. the kids and I have such a good routine when it's just the 3 of us. It seems calmer for some reason and B takes a lot of pride in helping me out. I love it. This exactly.
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Post by cagoldi on Mar 19, 2018 12:26:24 GMT -6
peachsmama well that's heartbreaking, poor poor baby. klong11 man, they need to catch these terrorists soon. I'm sorry. Oh my.
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Post by tallb on Mar 19, 2018 12:30:44 GMT -6
peachsmama well that's heartbreaking, poor poor baby. klong11 man, they need to catch these terrorists soon. I'm sorry. Oh my. ?
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Post by yummeecookee on Mar 19, 2018 12:31:02 GMT -6
tallb , that's super exciting! What's the house like? By the way, I thought now that we had purchased a home, my obsession with zillow would slow down, but nope! We moved almost 6 years ago now, and I still scour the listings at least a couple times a week. Mh keeps an eye on it bc he likes to see how the value of our home has changed.
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Post by lahdeedah on Mar 19, 2018 12:34:05 GMT -6
Hi! Not a bad Monday here. I’ve been more focused today and feeling like I’m getting some things done. tallb Fingers crosses this is the house! flamingo Your parents seem like the easier of the two. I get YH trying to foster that relationship. Have your ILs been to visit you all in VA yet? Missed the poof, but hope the baby is ok and whoever it is gets the help she needs. peachsmama
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Post by klong11 on Mar 19, 2018 12:34:09 GMT -6
I don't think "terrorist" is really the right word to use.
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Post by tallb on Mar 19, 2018 12:46:28 GMT -6
I don't think "terrorist" is really the right word to use. I guess I think of a terrorist as someone who is creating terror in a community, whether in the US or not. they all sound racially charged, so I suspect an angry white man will be behind this. I see how that could be taken the wrong way, but was reminded of the sniper situation in DC and that was scary AF for the whole area. Regardless, hope it ends soon.
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Post by cagoldi on Mar 19, 2018 12:50:28 GMT -6
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Post by cagoldi on Mar 19, 2018 12:51:10 GMT -6
LOL quoted wrong post. I meant to reply to the link she had about the platypus.
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Post by cagoldi on Mar 19, 2018 12:52:39 GMT -6
I don't think "terrorist" is really the right word to use. I guess I think of a terrorist as someone who is creating terror in a community, whether in the US or not. they all sound racially charged, so I suspect an angry white man will be behind this. I see how that could be taken the wrong way, but was reminded of the sniper situation in DC and that was scary AF for the whole area. Regardless, hope it ends soon. From what I gather, it sounds like only prominent black families have been targeted? I would guess it's causing quite some concern in that community so it's probably an accurate description?
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Post by cagoldi on Mar 19, 2018 12:54:34 GMT -6
Pete started his new Associate Director position today. I don't have a special dinner planned but I'll get him a card and a nice bottle of wine.
Had a scan with the high risk OB this morning and P looks good. She's still small, only 40th percentile, but no concerns.
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Post by klong11 on Mar 19, 2018 12:57:57 GMT -6
I guess I think of a terrorist as someone who is creating terror in a community, whether in the US or not. they all sound racially charged, so I suspect an angry white man will be behind this. I see how that could be taken the wrong way, but was reminded of the sniper situation in DC and that was scary AF for the whole area. Regardless, hope it ends soon. From what I gather, it sounds like only prominent black families have been targeted? I would guess it's causing quite some concern in that community so it's probably an accurate description? No, it has varied. Black, Hispanic, this last one was triggered by 2 white males in their 20s. It appears to be a circular pattern around the town. They are guessing it will be slightly north for the next one. Hopefully there won't be a next one though. I think of terrorist as being for political reasons, so we can't say it until the person is caught and the reasoning is known.
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Post by flamingo on Mar 19, 2018 13:27:40 GMT -6
flamingo Why do you think H is digging in over his parents being the ones to watch the kids? It sounds like your parents are the clear choice. Does he feel they don't get equal time or something? FTR, I'm on your side with not flying the kids all over creation and extending the trip when they could stay in the comfort of their own home. I think he feels guilty. His parents want to help but it's just difficult logistically. Also, I think my H feels like they don't put forth as much effort as they *could* and he's trying to build that bond b/c he's afraid the kids are going to just naturally gravitate towards my family. My ILs don't get equal time, although it's not really anything that can change. Both still work; his dad isn't much for traveling. They've been here once--in January--since we moved last July, and we saw them at Christmas (we went there). We're stopping there for a couple days on our way back from FL after Easter. We try to get there a couple times a year but it's a 7-hour drive, there's not tons to do there, and the house set-up isn't ideal for kids. It would be much easier if they would drive or fly to us but they just won't--it was the same in FL, and we were even closer then. eta: lahdeedah just saw your comment after I posted this; yes, they have come once. My parents come about every 6-8 weeks.
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Post by flamingo on Mar 19, 2018 13:34:41 GMT -6
tallb yeah, assuming it's the same person behind the Austin bombings, it strikes me as domestic terrorism. Like Timothy McVeigh, the Unabomber, etc.
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Post by wedding on Mar 19, 2018 13:36:41 GMT -6
Thanks for hacking in wineallthetime. I made it to work and it was going well but I figured I should call my Dr about the possible infection and they wanted to see me ASAP. So I’m in the waiting room now. Also most people at work had no idea I was going to be out so when my well meaning supervisor passed a card people thought I got injured over the weekend or something dire happened. Of course I don’t want to tell all my coworkers (especially the hot guys) about my ass so to say today has been awkward is an understatement. The few that know are dying laughing but also sympathetic to the fact that I was trying to keep this on the down low and my supervisor seemed to miss that memo.
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