Post by CheshireGrin on Apr 17, 2014 22:09:36 GMT -5
I'm game. Hit me.
ETA: I guess I should give you something to work with, huh? Honestly, I can't really think of anything specific. I was just hoping for a general comment or something.
"You. You and your crazy life. You and your geographic anomaly. You and your drunken lesbianic ways and terrible navigational skills." - ProfArt and her holy baby
me first: I just set the table for breakfast, grocery shopped earlier; my favorite sister is coming for a visit May 14-17; ds1 is coming home on the first; big trial may 7-9; ds2 graduates may 20 and turns 19 on may 19; got my new driver's license, and I absolutely love my new office assistant.
Post by stephm0188 on Apr 17, 2014 22:20:04 GMT -5
We had a bunch of neighborhood kids playing in our yard today. One kid hit my kid, and when I asked her about it, she flat out ignored me and walked away.
So I told her she couldn't play anymore and sent her home. Husband said I overreacted.
I just need you to tell me math is not scary or hard.
I'm taking calc next year and I'm freaking out!
Math is fucking awesome. I love it because there's always a correct answer and no subjectiveness involved in the grading. Calculus can seem overwhelming at first, but if you're willing to study, it will eventually click and you'll love it.
Oh, pick me! I am always too late for these things and I would love a friendly word from you, Sue Sue.
I don't really know you; but am happy to give a friendly word. I read the most interesting phrase the other day, in a poem, that said "Heartily know, when half gods go, the gods arrive", and it gave me such a feeling of hope and encouragement, and I want to tell everyone about it, but it's weird to do that so I don't. lol but I can tell you!
Aw, thanks for the phrase, Sue Sue! I know I am new...well, born in the 60's so not that new but you know, to here. It is nice you don't blow us newer folks off.
Also, I am very happy you like your new assistant so much. What a win for you!
Post by nancybotwin on Apr 17, 2014 22:25:24 GMT -5
What do you do to get yourself through a rough time but one that you know the date of when it will end? The next 8 weeks are going to be excruciatingly difficult emotionally...not so long in the scheme of things but forever when you're living it. What wise words of wisdom can you give me? From where do I draw strength?
Should I plan my own birthday next weekend or hope dh does it. I have said about 8 times I really need a massage and/or a pedicure and there are 2 restaurants (told him specifically what ones) I want to try. He still asks what I want to do! Do I really have to tell him specifically, book me a damn massage and take me here for dinner?
Post by sewpinkgal on Apr 17, 2014 22:27:18 GMT -5
I feel like I'm doing okay with this whole boy mom thing (I regularly get complimented on his behavior when we're out and about - he saves his hellion moments for when we're alone lol), but I'm gonna have 2 of them in the house very soon. Hit me with your best piece of advice or best way to stay sane.
this is so encouraging. Ds2 is typing a late paper as we speak here, and I'm in his study with him for the encouragement/morale booster factor. You are such a good mom! I'm sorry you missed his meet, but oh, god I hated track meets and sporting events. I was so glad when the boys went in for theater instead.
Running is the only sport he likes to participate in. And he's good at it, and I figure it's a good way for him to work his energy out.
He worked HARD to get his grades up. I knew his grades were bad, but I didn't know HOW bad they were! And he's a smart enough kid that most things are mostly effortless. He had just given up.
From your posts here, I feel like you got your son back. And I can't help smiling for you whenever you post an update or news about him. I mean, I know there will still be tough times ahead, but man, it just sounds like he is a completely different kid.
ETA: I guess I should give you something to work with, huh? Honestly, I can't really think of anything specific. I was just hoping for a general comment or something.
Let me think here. I do have to say, I follow your postings religiously and look for your responses; you are generally much more calm and thoughtful than I am. I'll leave you with this, one of my favorite poems:
LET me do my work each day; and if the darkened hours of despair overcome me, may I not forget the strength that comforted me in the desolation of other times. May I still remember the bright hours that found me walking over the silent hills of my childhood, or dreaming on the margin of the quiet river, when a light glowed within me, and I promised my early God to have courage amid the tempests of the changing years. Spare me from bitterness and from the sharp passions of unguarded moments. May I not forget that poverty and riches are of the spirit. Though the world know me not, may my thoughts and actions be such as shall keep me friendly with myself. Lift my eyes from the earth, and let me not forget the uses of the stars. Forbid that I should judge others, lest I condemn myself. Let me not follow the clamor of the world, but walk calmly in my path. Give me a few friends who will love me for what I am; and keep ever burning before my vagrant steps the kindly light of hope. And though age and infirmity overtake me, and I come not within sight of the castle of my dreams, teach me still to be thankful for life, and for time's olden memories that are good and sweet; and may the evening's twilight find me gentle still.
Aw, thank you! I like that poem. Who is the author?
Aw, thanks for the phrase, Sue Sue! I know I am new...well, born in the 60's so not that new but you know, to here. It is nice you don't blow us newer folks off.
Also, I am very happy you like your new assistant so much. What a win for you!
IT IS a win. I feel like I have hope when I go in now.
Now that is quite an attitude to take to work each day!
Aw, thank you! I like that poem. Who is the author?
Max Ehrmann. I love each line.
What have you been reading lately, that has brought you pleasure? I am working on a biography of Jane Austen that is giving me all kinds of insight into her work.
I'm reading mostly fluff at the moment. Just finished a bunch of Dan Abnett sci-fi books that a friend loaned me, and now I'm reading an old murder mystery called The Circular Staircase by Mary Roberts Rinehart. It's a fast read, and originally published in 1908 so it has a fantastic old style to the writing. Bonus: it's free on Kindle!
Have you encountered this book yet? I read a NYT review which was delightful and I'm looking forward to the book immensely. Just have to get myself in the right mindset for it first.
Post by sunnysally on Apr 17, 2014 22:48:08 GMT -5
It is almost time to remove my Mirena, we are choosing to remain child free, and I am sick of being responsible for birth control. DH doesn't want to get the big V. Should I try to convince him or look into permanent options for myself?