|
Post by lildiamondeyes on Jun 28, 2017 6:31:43 GMT -6
What's everyone up to? I went to Zumba this morning and had a coffee so I am bouncing off the walls waiting for G and Dh to wake up. I might have more energy than the toddlers right now.
|
|
dashook
Platinum
Posts: 2,336 Likes: 8,506
|
Post by dashook on Jun 28, 2017 7:16:43 GMT -6
Hey all! I've been slacking on my posting here. Nothing much going on today besides work work work. I have a deposition tomorrow but after that things will calm down which is nice because we're spending next week on the Cape! I'm technically working remotely all week but it'd be nice if there were very little to do. lildiamondeyes oh I love Zumba!! What a good way to start your day!
|
|
|
Post by sheilathetank on Jun 28, 2017 7:19:27 GMT -6
I have a meeting that I'm nervous for. Hopefully it goes well.
In other news MH went and got a full suit, shirt, tie, and hat (he's a fancy hat guy) at Kohls for less than half of what our original budget. I am super impressed. He got almost everything on sale or clearance. We will be one sharp looking couple this weekend.
|
|
Taitai
Opal
Posts: 8,305 Likes: 54,853
|
Post by Taitai on Jun 28, 2017 7:23:24 GMT -6
Another Weds come and gone over here. DS had swimming lessons this afternoon and of course he drank gallons of pool water again. So gross! Weds afternoons/evenings are becoming high stakes potty observation time, because his little bladder is so full and he needs to go like 5 times after he gets home from the lesson. Fingers crossed we got all the pee out and no accidents in bed tonight! Oh, it was also Hawaiian themed day at swimming, which was funny since DS loved watching all those Moana song clips yesterday! The universe is telling me we need to take a family vacation to Hawaii
|
|
Taitai
Opal
Posts: 8,305 Likes: 54,853
|
Post by Taitai on Jun 28, 2017 7:24:54 GMT -6
sheilathetank Yay for good deals and snappy outfits! You guys are going to have so much fun this weekend.
|
|
|
Post by billyhorrible on Jun 28, 2017 7:41:13 GMT -6
BH got up at 4AM THIS MORNING. I tried to get him back to sleep for an hour, then passed him off to DH and went back to sleep. Which stinks because I have a big meeting I get to run today. I'd prefer not to be so tired.
|
|
|
Post by sheilathetank on Jun 28, 2017 7:41:20 GMT -6
Another Weds come and gone over here. DS had swimming lessons this afternoon and of course he drank gallons of pool water again. So gross! Weds afternoons/evenings are becoming high stakes potty observation time, because his little bladder is so full and he needs to go like 5 times after he gets home from the lesson. Fingers crossed we got all the pee out and no accidents in bed tonight! Oh, it was also Hawaiian themed day at swimming, which was funny since DS loved watching all those Moana song clips yesterday! The universe is telling me we need to take a family vacation to Hawaii Does this mean you're off bed rest?
|
|
|
Post by sheilathetank on Jun 28, 2017 7:42:09 GMT -6
BH got up at 4AM THIS MORNING. I tried to get him back to sleep for an hour, then passed him off to DH and went back to sleep. Which stinks because I have a big meeting I get to run today. I'd prefer not to be so tired. Ugh. That sucks! Sending all the caffeine your way and I hope your meeting goes well.
|
|
Taitai
Opal
Posts: 8,305 Likes: 54,853
|
Post by Taitai on Jun 28, 2017 7:45:15 GMT -6
Another Weds come and gone over here. DS had swimming lessons this afternoon and of course he drank gallons of pool water again. So gross! Weds afternoons/evenings are becoming high stakes potty observation time, because his little bladder is so full and he needs to go like 5 times after he gets home from the lesson. Fingers crossed we got all the pee out and no accidents in bed tonight! Oh, it was also Hawaiian themed day at swimming, which was funny since DS loved watching all those Moana song clips yesterday! The universe is telling me we need to take a family vacation to Hawaii Does this mean you're off bed rest? Unfortunately nope. DH was the one who took him to swimming lessons. I'm not allowed to go swimming or take baths for the rest of this pregnancy because of my complications. Booooo. No flights either, so Hawaii will have to be a family trip in 2018 if it happens. I do find out if I can go to modified bedrest on Friday...so just 2 more days!
|
|
|
Post by swivelchair5 on Jun 28, 2017 7:53:26 GMT -6
Hi everybody. I haven't been around much lately. We took a long "vacation" (I use quotes because there is no such thing as a vacation with a toddler) and then had a couple funerals to attend complete with a house full of family. It's been a long couple of weeks. I'm excited to be getting back to our normal routine.
Also I just had chips and queso for breakfast.
|
|
|
Post by butlerfan on Jun 28, 2017 8:24:37 GMT -6
I don't think I posted this here-but there is a possibility that we may be asked to take in FS and FD baby cousin. Bio parents of our kids told us that they would want the family to stay together and would want us to have the baby if after the investigation it leads to the baby removal.
I have so many questions I don't even know what my questions are. I let our team know and this is something that an exception can be made to our license (we are only licensed for 2).
So I'm just trying to find out as much information as possible now to know if this is even something we need/want/should do. While it would be super exciting to have a little baby since dealing with IF we also have to weigh the best options for all parties involved and how that impacts everyone.
|
|
|
Post by swivelchair5 on Jun 28, 2017 8:44:43 GMT -6
I don't think I posted this here-but there is a possibility that we may be asked to take in FS and FD baby cousin. Bio parents of our kids told us that they would want the family to stay together and would want us to have the baby if after the investigation it leads to the baby removal. I have so many questions I don't even know what my questions are. I let our team know and this is something that an exception can be made to our license (we are only licensed for 2). So I'm just trying to find out as much information as possible now to know if this is even something we need/want/should do. While it would be super exciting to have a little baby since dealing with IF we also have to weigh the best options for all parties involved and how that impacts everyone. Wow! When will a decision be made?
|
|
dashook
Platinum
Posts: 2,336 Likes: 8,506
|
Post by dashook on Jun 28, 2017 8:49:03 GMT -6
sheilathetank, GL in your meeting! billyhorrible, I can't with the early wakeups. I've been dragging ass all week since baby girl decided over the weekend that her new preferred wakeup time is in the 4:55-5:25 range. butlerfan, that is really exciting but I can see how it'd be a lot to process. We're here if you want to talk through your options.
|
|
|
Post by butlerfan on Jun 28, 2017 8:49:43 GMT -6
swivelchair5 They have up to 60 days to do the investigation but sometimes safety measures can be put in place first which then "fixes" the issues. In this case based on what information I have been told I have a feeling removal is a possibility but I could be wrong.
|
|
|
Post by butlerfan on Jun 28, 2017 8:53:58 GMT -6
dashook thanks! Baby will be 4 months old on 7/1 so I'm just getting used to a 2.5 and 4 year old and then to potentially through a baby in as well.... And completely unrelated to how it impacts our lives per se is figuring out if all the car seats I do own if that would work with 3 kids in my car. Since we only were licensed for 2 I didn't work if the 3 I have would work (I know any combo of 2 does). I know 3 car seats can fit but I don't know if the specific ones do so that is another thing I'm researching. If anything I wouldn't mind getting 1 different FF 3-1 seat since FS is a pain to adjust but couldn't justify spending money when it is new. FD's was given to me from my brother and that one I love so would prefer to keep that one.
|
|
Risscaboobs
Sapphire
Fuck is by far my favorite F word.
Posts: 2,971 Likes: 10,175
|
Post by Risscaboobs on Jun 28, 2017 8:59:05 GMT -6
HAIIII!!! Work is FINALLY a little less crazy. So I'm hoping to be able to post a little more. Lexi was up from 2:30-4 last night, so I'm pretty tired today and surviving on Diet Mountain Dew.
|
|
|
Post by lildiamondeyes on Jun 28, 2017 9:46:36 GMT -6
Omg. I need help with this one. A asked while sitting in the potty 'what is this red button on my not butt?' A found her clit. How they hell am I supposed to handle this? Dh of course laughed like crazy and was no help what so ever. Details: she is 2 1/2 and very very verbal. She repeats everything and constantly talks. So whatever I tell her she would be sure to tell everyone: sister, grandparents, the mailman...
|
|
dashook
Platinum
Posts: 2,336 Likes: 8,506
|
Post by dashook on Jun 28, 2017 9:55:26 GMT -6
Omg. I need help with this one. A asked while sitting in the potty 'what is this red button on my not butt?' A found her clit. How they hell am I supposed to handle this? Dh of course laughed like crazy and was no help what so ever. Details: she is 2 1/2 and very very verbal. She repeats everything and constantly talks. So whatever I tell her she would be sure to tell everyone: sister, grandparents, the mailman... First of all lol at "not butt." That's cute. Idk if we have the same parenting style but my reaction would be to just answer the question directly. I would just say, "That's your clitoris. That is part of your vagina." [or part of your "not butt," as the case may be lol] And yes, she'll probably repeat it. I know some people would be embarrassed by a little kid saying those words but I don't personally see anything wrong with using anatomically correct terms. I think the best way to deal with that is for you and YH to not make a big deal about it. If you do she's more likely to say it again and again, as opposed to just repeating it once or twice and then letting it drop. At least that's true of toddlers in my experience.
|
|
|
Post by lildiamondeyes on Jun 28, 2017 10:21:50 GMT -6
dashook yes, I am all about using correct terms. The not butt was a joke from Dh that stuck. I prob need to work on that. Thank you for your insight. I will be better prepared next time she asks.
|
|
|
Post by littlelion on Jun 28, 2017 11:33:21 GMT -6
BH got up at 4AM THIS MORNING. I tried to get him back to sleep for an hour, then passed him off to DH and went back to sleep. Which stinks because I have a big meeting I get to run today. I'd prefer not to be so tired. I hope you got enough caffeine and your mtg went well!
|
|
|
Post by littlelion on Jun 28, 2017 11:37:27 GMT -6
butlerfan, GL processing and making a decision. How is it going with you and YH? Together and separately? We had to do some major adjusting after having a second.
|
|
|
Post by littlelion on Jun 28, 2017 11:42:39 GMT -6
Yesterday afternoon was awesome. I had 2 martinis with lunch and had fun shopping with my sister. We went to my grandmother's prayer (say the rosary for 9 nights). That side of the family lives about a 45 min drive south of me. It makes for a long evening but at least the baby behaved for me this time.
This week is nice and relaxed at work. We had a townhall this morning. At the end they gave us some samples of our newest products. An elote bite, a fried ball of corn, cheese & jalapeño...so yummy! And a bag of popcorn.
|
|
Risscaboobs
Sapphire
Fuck is by far my favorite F word.
Posts: 2,971 Likes: 10,175
|
Post by Risscaboobs on Jun 28, 2017 12:00:30 GMT -6
Omg. I need help with this one. A asked while sitting in the potty 'what is this red button on my not butt?' A found her clit. How they hell am I supposed to handle this? Dh of course laughed like crazy and was no help what so ever. Details: she is 2 1/2 and very very verbal. She repeats everything and constantly talks. So whatever I tell her she would be sure to tell everyone: sister, grandparents, the mailman... First of all lol at "not butt." That's cute. Idk if we have the same parenting style but my reaction would be to just answer the question directly. I would just say, "That's your clitoris. That is part of your vagina." [or part of your "not butt," as the case may be lol] And yes, she'll probably repeat it. I know some people would be embarrassed by a little kid saying those words but I don't personally see anything wrong with using anatomically correct terms. I think the best way to deal with that is for you and YH to not make a big deal about it. If you do she's more likely to say it again and again, as opposed to just repeating it once or twice and then letting it drop. At least that's true of toddlers in my experience. +1
|
|
|
Post by fuzzylogic on Jun 28, 2017 12:52:11 GMT -6
Not much. Had to run out to my mom's new house to check on it (belonged to my sister, mom hasn't moved in yet, sis gets worried someone's going to break a window or something because neighborhood teens are dicks), then up to the school to get stuff so I can mail in my yearbook for contest. Hung out there for a few so E could work out some wiggle-jiggles. Head principal told me how his LO kept him up until 3am last night for no damn good reason (she's just over 2) and he was a zombie. I felt bad for him.
We had lunch at home, watched a little TV, then she was ready for a nap and I've been doing nothing of value except throwing in some laundry. I need to make sure I schedule some time where I don't have to be busy with a "project" or cleaning. I was starting to drive myself nuts trying to make everyone happy.
H is driving basically all over the state for work today. Steak kebobs for dinner. He called them "steak-ums" lol.
|
|
|
Post by fuzzylogic on Jun 28, 2017 12:53:30 GMT -6
lildiamondeyes, I have no advice but holy hell, "not butt?" I'M DYING.
|
|
|
Post by butlerfan on Jun 28, 2017 13:01:24 GMT -6
butlerfan , GL processing and making a decision. How is it going with you and YH? Together and separately? We had to do some major adjusting after having a second. Well since we went from none to two toddlers there was an adjustment period with having the two kids and the extra meetings with foster care. It's going pretty good relationship wise though-we have been through so much in our marriage that we have survived it's not even funny. Once the in laws leave in a couple weeks that will help as well I think.
Also, since our required classes are done and we don't need scheduled baby sitters for that I think we can start doing more scheduled date nights again. We had one last week and it was great since when we planned to celebrate our anniversary it got cancelled due to having to go to the dr's office.
We are just discussing the impact a third could potential due to and for our relationship. It's one thing if the team meetings would be combined or at least back to back and same with visitation schedules, etc. We are trying to be realistic and get as much info as possible but yet there is that potential to have an infant which is what we are ideally wanting and it would be hard to say no as well.
It's a lot to process, discuss, ask questions, pray, etc. And we have to remember as much as we are helping kids-it doesn't do any good to them if H and I's relationship crumbles because of it.
|
|
|
Post by billmurray on Jun 28, 2017 15:17:52 GMT -6
I have been so busy at work and cannot wait for summer vacation, even though I'll be doing work throughout the summer. The weekend isn't coming fast enough. On a positive note, I've started to transition to my new job, and it's going well... so far!
|
|
|
Post by sheilathetank on Jun 28, 2017 18:47:32 GMT -6
butlerfan, good luck! That sounds scary and exciting for everyone involved. I know ceejay had something similar happen where she took on a newborn who was related to the two foster children she already had. She maybe the best person here to give you advice. lildiamondeyes, I would probably just say that it was a part of your vagina and leave it at that. But lol for days at not butt.
|
|
|
Post by sheilathetank on Jun 28, 2017 18:54:15 GMT -6
My meeting left me more confused as to what my boss expects of me than ever. I'm supposed to put together a proposal that will be used to gauge my performance for next year's review. I have done what I thought was requested over 3 times now only to be told that he wants specifics but I DON'T HAVE A FUCKING CRYSTAL BALL TO SEE INTO THE FUTURE SO I CAN'T GIVE SPECIFICS!!! Basically I'm an office manager who took on the website and digital marketing (SEO) on the side because I thought it would give me something to do that would add something strong to my resume. I do not have training or a degree in this and I'm learning everything on the fly. So I'm really, really leary on my entire year's performance counting on SEO.
I'm just venting. I plan to go into my bosses office and bring up the fact that every time I talk to him I become more and more confused as to what he wants and that either I'm making this way more complicated then he wants or we are having two separate conversations at once.
I need to learn to stop taking on extra shit to "do the most".
|
|
Taitai
Opal
Posts: 8,305 Likes: 54,853
|
Post by Taitai on Jun 28, 2017 20:09:31 GMT -6
sheilathetank I think your plan to have a discussion with your boss is a good one. I always find that addressing things directly and openly is the best way to go - especially when it comes to making a plan for your annual performance evaluation. I would like it if my employees came to me directly with those questions so we could sort it out and come up with a solid plan. The fact that you are becoming more and more confused every time you talk to him is probably an indication that he might not even know what he wants or what the answer is. I think directly addressing the issue is the way to go. butlerfan Good luck with making a decision regarding the new baby. I hope you and your H are able to quickly get the information you need in order to come up with a plan.
|
|