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Post by AmyG on Dec 15, 2022 17:27:58 GMT -6
I paid for his ticket home. his girlfriend's family paid for him to come home last christmas. such sweet people the shoes and jacket were last christmas. He shops amazon and safeways. the walmart sucks, no target close by. He so rarely drives I don't think he has enough mile on his car this whole year to change the oil lol He's hard. I can do cold hard cash or gift cards but you know it's nice to open something? I have a couple of smaller things but nothing wow. ya know? but keep talking, cause you know something will go in my brain AHA! my brain = mush I bet he’d love an Amazon gift card, and you can wrap that 😉 Cold hard cash is much appreciated by college kids, I think! if he just puts amazon things on dh's amazon account somehow dh orders them every time. his christmas wish list was shoe laces, chalk and waterproofing for his leather waterproof dress boots. so of course dh bought those things in october
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Post by dc2london on Dec 15, 2022 17:33:16 GMT -6
Sending love to everyone having a hard time this holiday season. I hope we are all able to do some self care as 2022 winds down.
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Post by fatpony on Dec 15, 2022 17:38:39 GMT -6
ponyhairs, I'm here for all the easy ideas. She was SO EXCITED this morning. Like, her voice got so tiny and was like, I got an elf? OH MY GOD. Then she whispered thank you to Santa and spent the rest of the time before going to my parents talking to her elf and telling me all about it. My daughter has a favorite youtube channel, and on the channel this kids elf makes traps and does all sorts of things so this morning she was like, my elf is going to do what Adley's elf does. So I said, well, all elf's are different and do different things, so don't be surprised or sad if your elf doesn't make traps. I am going to have the elf give her a piece of chocolate like Adley's elf does, so she will have something in common. Oh my god, ADLEY I'm glad someone else knows my pain. She is OBSESSED
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Post by enchanted on Dec 15, 2022 17:40:22 GMT -6
AmyG I'm sorry that there are so many changes this year. Gentle hugs ❤️
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Post by enchanted on Dec 15, 2022 18:00:06 GMT -6
I'm on my way to a holiday get together and I don't want to. I'm sure I'll end up having fun, but blah.
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Post by AmyG on Dec 15, 2022 18:14:18 GMT -6
AmyG I'm sorry that there are so many changes this year. Gentle hugs ❤️ doesn't help that half the family is still sick with covid so I want to do all I can to make the rest of the holidays "right" and bright.
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Post by mrsweasley on Dec 15, 2022 20:04:31 GMT -6
AmyG what about a snack box subscription? We did Universal Yums for DS(18) last year and he seemed to enjoy it We also mostly buy things as we need them and I'm so overwhelmed with stuff in our house I tried to focus on consumables Are there any memberships he could use? AAA, a cool museum or zoo?
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Post by Minerva on Dec 15, 2022 21:48:12 GMT -6
AmyG what about a snack box subscription? We did Universal Yums for DS(18) last year and he seemed to enjoy it We also mostly buy things as we need them and I'm so overwhelmed with stuff in our house I tried to focus on consumables Are there any memberships he could use? AAA, a cool museum or zoo? My mom still has me on her AAA account and it has saved my ass more than once. We made particularly good use of all their services and discounts this summer when our car died in rural SC in the middle of a road trip.
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Post by athn64 on Dec 15, 2022 23:08:33 GMT -6
I finally got some presents wrapped. So minor win. We have Christmas with some of the family on Sunday, so those are most of what I wrapped. But I made sure to wrap one for each of my household members.
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Post by oreobitsy on Dec 15, 2022 23:41:35 GMT -6
I’m looking forward to not having to deal with getting ready for school. That’s a Christmas break bonus.
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Post by AmyG on Dec 16, 2022 1:09:58 GMT -6
AmyG what about a snack box subscription? We did Universal Yums for DS(18) last year and he seemed to enjoy it We also mostly buy things as we need them and I'm so overwhelmed with stuff in our house I tried to focus on consumables Are there any memberships he could use? AAA, a cool museum or zoo? I'm contemplating a snack box. Might do a food delivery box but with 4 guys sharing a not super large fridge there's never enough room. He has equivalent of AAA with his auto lease insurance thing. He never goes out cause when he's not teaching a lab, doing his own schoolwork, grading papers for profs and then trying to do research he's burning candles at both ends. Then trying to maintain contact and relationship with the love of his life that is still in college here. Hmm wonder if there's an ok place in his small town for a massage? Or what's a good guy relaxation thing aside from going out drinking which he doesn't do much or playing video games which is part of how he and gf interact when there's time.
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Post by byjove on Dec 16, 2022 8:00:55 GMT -6
Well a spot of good news is that I was able to change our flight out to a nonstop (return already was). Bad news is we are 2 adults and 2 kids and there are only middle seats left... so FX we come out ok in that front. Nothing even available to upgrade to.
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Post by piratecat on Dec 16, 2022 8:10:53 GMT -6
AmyG what about a snack box subscription? We did Universal Yums for DS(18) last year and he seemed to enjoy it We also mostly buy things as we need them and I'm so overwhelmed with stuff in our house I tried to focus on consumables Are there any memberships he could use? AAA, a cool museum or zoo? I'm contemplating a snack box. Might do a food delivery box but with 4 guys sharing a not super large fridge there's never enough room. He has equivalent of AAA with his auto lease insurance thing. He never goes out cause when he's not teaching a lab, doing his own schoolwork, grading papers for profs and then trying to do research he's burning candles at both ends. Then trying to maintain contact and relationship with the love of his life that is still in college here. Hmm wonder if there's an ok place in his small town for a massage? Or what's a good guy relaxation thing aside from going out drinking which he doesn't do much or playing video games which is part of how he and gf interact when there's time. Around here they have bougie barbershops for some pampering.
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Post by athn64 on Dec 16, 2022 13:23:41 GMT -6
AmyG what about a snack box subscription? We did Universal Yums for DS(18) last year and he seemed to enjoy it We also mostly buy things as we need them and I'm so overwhelmed with stuff in our house I tried to focus on consumables Are there any memberships he could use? AAA, a cool museum or zoo? I'm contemplating a snack box. Might do a food delivery box but with 4 guys sharing a not super large fridge there's never enough room. He has equivalent of AAA with his auto lease insurance thing. He never goes out cause when he's not teaching a lab, doing his own schoolwork, grading papers for profs and then trying to do research he's burning candles at both ends. Then trying to maintain contact and relationship with the love of his life that is still in college here. Hmm wonder if there's an ok place in his small town for a massage? Or what's a good guy relaxation thing aside from going out drinking which he doesn't do much or playing video games which is part of how he and gf interact when there's time. You could always do a giftcard for whatever gaming system he uses. H is on playstation plus and uses gift cards for his subscription or for some bonuses in his games.
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Post by klw on Dec 16, 2022 14:04:08 GMT -6
AmyG what about a snack box subscription? We did Universal Yums for DS(18) last year and he seemed to enjoy it We also mostly buy things as we need them and I'm so overwhelmed with stuff in our house I tried to focus on consumables Are there any memberships he could use? AAA, a cool museum or zoo? I'm contemplating a snack box. Might do a food delivery box but with 4 guys sharing a not super large fridge there's never enough room. He has equivalent of AAA with his auto lease insurance thing. He never goes out cause when he's not teaching a lab, doing his own schoolwork, grading papers for profs and then trying to do research he's burning candles at both ends. Then trying to maintain contact and relationship with the love of his life that is still in college here. Hmm wonder if there's an ok place in his small town for a massage? Or what's a good guy relaxation thing aside from going out drinking which he doesn't do much or playing video games which is part of how he and gf interact when there's time. Could you get him a small box filled with his favorite snacks with a gift card in it? That way it could be something he could open? A friend did something for her you get brother where she got him gift card to all his favorite fast food restaurants. While she was there she asked for empty boxes that she put the gift card in to wrap.
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Post by athn64 on Dec 16, 2022 23:23:46 GMT -6
Apparently, I've decided to go overboard on the dolls' stockings this year. Oops.
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Post by mrsweasley on Dec 17, 2022 12:26:10 GMT -6
My parents are on their way and I'm scrambling to finish cleaning the house. I need to vacuum and mop the downstairs and run the dishwasher after DS2 is done eating. Then shower 😣
My toe is definitely improved but I can tell I'm pushing it. I had wanted to finish fluffing the tree and get lights on it, but I think that would be pushing my luck right now
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Post by dc2london on Dec 17, 2022 13:55:12 GMT -6
I'm glad someone else knows my pain. She is OBSESSED She's an adorable kid and her parents seem really great but yeah, I had to ask for a break from Adley bc her dad is so loud
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Post by dc2london on Dec 17, 2022 13:56:17 GMT -6
AmyG what about a snack box subscription? We did Universal Yums for DS(18) last year and he seemed to enjoy it We also mostly buy things as we need them and I'm so overwhelmed with stuff in our house I tried to focus on consumables Are there any memberships he could use? AAA, a cool museum or zoo? My kids love Universal Yums , but I have to warn you, if you have a nut allergy in your house there will be several things in every box that they can have
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Post by dc2london on Dec 17, 2022 13:58:50 GMT -6
AmyG what about a snack box subscription? We did Universal Yums for DS(18) last year and he seemed to enjoy it We also mostly buy things as we need them and I'm so overwhelmed with stuff in our house I tried to focus on consumables Are there any memberships he could use? AAA, a cool museum or zoo? I'm contemplating a snack box. Might do a food delivery box but with 4 guys sharing a not super large fridge there's never enough room. He has equivalent of AAA with his auto lease insurance thing. He never goes out cause when he's not teaching a lab, doing his own schoolwork, grading papers for profs and then trying to do research he's burning candles at both ends. Then trying to maintain contact and relationship with the love of his life that is still in college here. Hmm wonder if there's an ok place in his small town for a massage? Or what's a good guy relaxation thing aside from going out drinking which he doesn't do much or playing video games which is part of how he and gf interact when there's time. I got H a hot towel shave once and he LOVED it
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Post by sifl on Dec 17, 2022 14:26:48 GMT -6
My parents are on their way and I'm scrambling to finish cleaning the house. I need to vacuum and mop the downstairs and run the dishwasher after DS2 is done eating. Then shower 😣 My toe is definitely improved but I can tell I'm pushing it. I had wanted to finish fluffing the tree and get lights on it, but I think that would be pushing my luck right now Leave the tree! Take care of yourself.
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Post by fatpony on Dec 17, 2022 15:45:40 GMT -6
AmyG what about a snack box subscription? We did Universal Yums for DS(18) last year and he seemed to enjoy it We also mostly buy things as we need them and I'm so overwhelmed with stuff in our house I tried to focus on consumables Are there any memberships he could use? AAA, a cool museum or zoo? My kids love Universal Yums , but I have to warn you, if you have a nut allergy in your house there will be several things in every box that they can have I find him to be a total douche bro. The mom is fine, she's pretty likable. Except her choice in me. Ha.
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Post by dc2london on Dec 18, 2022 19:52:20 GMT -6
My kids love Universal Yums , but I have to warn you, if you have a nut allergy in your house there will be several things in every box that they can have I find him to be a total douche bro. The mom is fine, she's pretty likable. Except her choice in me. Ha. I got that vibe from him at first too and was super annoyed but the more I watched it, the more I realized he's kind of annoying but he seems like a really loving parent. IDK, I think he's a great dad who has a job that I think shouldn't exist. I think he was a 2016 Bernie voter though so I reserve the right to punch him.
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Post by dc2london on Dec 18, 2022 19:57:39 GMT -6
Unpopular opinion: I love the World Cup. FIFA can GFI, they are corrupt trash. But oh, my god, the jubilation and celebration after a World Cup win is unparalleled. Watching Argentina today and the joy and celebratory energy was just what my soul needed. And even the losing team, Macron comforting his country's team, was beautiful.
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Post by mrsweasley on Dec 19, 2022 23:55:08 GMT -6
My parents are on their way and I'm scrambling to finish cleaning the house. I need to vacuum and mop the downstairs and run the dishwasher after DS2 is done eating. Then shower 😣 My toe is definitely improved but I can tell I'm pushing it. I had wanted to finish fluffing the tree and get lights on it, but I think that would be pushing my luck right now Leave the tree! Take care of yourself. I did! The visit went...fine. They ended up staying 2 nights and leaving earlier today My toenail is basically completely blue but the pain is almost gone. I'm babysitting for a friend tomorrow but the kids should all play together nicely enough that I can get at least some of the tree done
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Post by klw on Dec 22, 2022 11:37:07 GMT -6
I forgot the elf was on the light and turned it on. 😟
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Post by dc2london on Dec 22, 2022 11:41:43 GMT -6
Oh noooo klw! Can he hide his lower body in/behind something for the next couple of days?
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Post by goldenbird on Dec 22, 2022 12:01:19 GMT -6
Make him a homemade towel and say he got out of the shower klw? For the next couple days?
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Post by byjove on Dec 22, 2022 12:31:53 GMT -6
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Post by klw on Dec 22, 2022 12:39:57 GMT -6
Oh noooo klw! Can he hide his lower body in/behind something for the next couple of days? This is my plan. Even from the one side, you can’t tell. 🤦♀️
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