My son basically got cut out of his group of friends during quarantine. It fucking sucks. My heart just breaks for him.
He did ok because he still had a cousin that he was close with and they played Xbox and talked all the time. His cousin got a gaming computer at the end of July and now he doesn't want to play Xbox, so they don't really talk anymore.
My kid is so lonely. I don't even know what to tell him. School starts Tuesday, but it's all virtual. It's his first year at middle school, and looking at his class lists, he has almost no one he knows in any of his classes. I hope he finds new friends, but the virtual aspect is going to make that tough.
Does he have an advisor or a homeroom teacher? Reach out! I spend a lot of behind the scenes time orchestrating friendships in situations like this and kids are non the wiser.
"Hello babies. Welcome to Earth. It's hot in the summer and cold in the winter. It's round and wet and crowded. On the outside, babies, you've got a hundred years here. There's only one rule that I know of, babies-"God damn it, you've got to be kind.”
[mention]lilypad1126 [/mention] yes, he got mad because he wanted a real computer/desk chair, but didn’t understand why I didn’t want to “inherit” it when he goes back to work. No, I don’t need one because my craft desk doesn’t get used much. It was a whole thing.
I don’t know. I just wish he listened instead always being so defensive or lazy. We regularly have “forest through the trees” discussion because he does.not.see the end game a lot of the time.
[mention]lilypad1126 [/mention] yes, he got mad because he wanted a real computer/desk chair, but didn’t understand why I didn’t want to “inherit” it when he goes back to work. No, I don’t need one because my craft desk doesn’t get used much. It was a whole thing.
I don’t know. I just wish he listened instead always being so defensive or lazy. We regularly have “forest through the trees” discussion because he does.not.see the end game a lot of the time.
So is he mad because he feels like you’re spending money on a beach chair, but didn’t want him to spend it on office furniture?
[mention]lilypad1126 [/mention] yes, he got mad because he wanted a real computer/desk chair, but didn’t understand why I didn’t want to “inherit” it when he goes back to work. No, I don’t need one because my craft desk doesn’t get used much. It was a whole thing.
I don’t know. I just wish he listened instead always being so defensive or lazy. We regularly have “forest through the trees” discussion because he does.not.see the end game a lot of the time.
So is he mad because he feels like you’re spending money on a beach chair, but didn’t want him to spend it on office furniture?
Completely separate events. He talked about the computer chair a week into WFH, but we different styles, so everything he liked wouldn’t work for me or the space. So I just asked what the plan was for once he goes back?
The beach chair was after 8 weeks off/on at the beach when I’m the one falling backward because one arm won’t catch anymore and I somehow always end up with that one to sit on.
Computer chair=$150 Beach chair=$39.99 at Costco next spring
So is he mad because he feels like you’re spending money on a beach chair, but didn’t want him to spend it on office furniture?
Completely separate events. He talked about the computer chair a week into WFH, but we different styles, so everything he liked wouldn’t work for me or the space. So I just asked what the plan was for once he goes back?
The beach chair was after 8 weeks off/on at the beach when I’m the one falling backward because one arm won’t catch anymore and I somehow always end up with that one to sit on.
Computer chair=$150 Beach chair=$39.99 at Costco next spring
I’m not saying it makes sense, lol. But I just wonder if that’s influencing his reaction.
DH and I went downtown yesterday and stayed at a hotel overnight. It was mostly great, though there were far more unmasked people in the hotel than I expected. When we first got there, we waited for an empty elevator. As we were getting in, this woman gets on with us. She didn't have her mask over her nose. I asked if she could wait for the next one given the close quarters. She kind of scoffed at me and goes, "why?" So we got out. She fucking laughed as the doors close.
I just do.not understand people. Like, what a fucking bitch.
Anyway, we were able to go have happy hour outside and then got takeout to take back to our room. It was a really nice evening and was fun to get away from home for a night.
Bill and Ted is free on utube so I finally saw it. All good except the REALLY creepy stepmom stuff. It also seems like they cut the scene explaining why Bill's shirt is torn.
I liked a couple PPs on DH issues. Mine is often grumpy and judgy, both happening tonight when I made a mistake, so I snuck out of bed and am hanging on the couch, at 2am. Even with him asleep I feel judged, and I am a pretty awesome person so I do not need that guilty feeling.
Bill and Ted is free on utube so I finally saw it. All good except the REALLY creepy stepmom stuff. It also seems like they cut the scene explaining why Bill's shirt is torn.
I liked a couple PPs on DH issues. Mine is often grumpy and judgy, both happening tonight when I made a mistake, so I snuck out of bed and am hanging on the couch, at 2am. Even with him asleep I feel judged, and I am a pretty awesome person so I do not need that guilty feeling.
Happy Labor Day y'all.
only liked in solidarity. I've become so much more sensitive to H's judgment lately. It sucks 😕
That viral video of the kid and his mom/grandma cooking and he’s grabbing all of the ingredients and shoving them into his mouth? The captions are all LOL SO CUTE & FUNNY and I watched and just wanted to smack the kid the whole time.
That viral video of the kid and his mom/grandma cooking and he’s grabbing all of the ingredients and shoving them into his mouth? The captions are all LOL SO CUTE & FUNNY and I watched and just wanted to smack the kid the whole time.
Yep. I showed it to my H and was like, “They either told that kid to be as bad as possible or they’ve got some issues going on.”
What kid grabs a raw egg and crams it into his mouth?
That viral video of the kid and his mom/grandma cooking and he’s grabbing all of the ingredients and shoving them into his mouth? The captions are all LOL SO CUTE & FUNNY and I watched and just wanted to smack the kid the whole time.
Yep. I showed it to my H and was like, “They either told that kid to be as bad as possible or they’ve got some issues going on.”
What kid grabs a raw egg and crams it into his mouth?
It occurred to me that the kid may not be neurotypical, but if so then that was not an appropriate activity to be doing with someone who would run a MIXER next to his grabby little hands.
Post by Patsy Baloney on Sept 7, 2020 9:49:09 GMT -5
TR I think that’s why I erred on the side of, “They told that kid to be as bad as possible,” because who would be like, “Let’s make cookies and record it!” with a kid who didn’t have the control to not get mangled by the beaters.
Weather is turning cool this weekend so I thought it would be a good idea to try on work pants I haven't worn since last March. Waaah waaaahhh
I am only going to be in the office 2-3 times a week this fall. I think I am just going to wear like the same 3 outfits. I might just wear all black 24/7 lol. Nothing matters right now anyways, especially my dumb outfits.
We had an AMAZING weekend. We got kayaks and spent ever single day on the water. The kids loved it. We packed a lunch and drinks each day. We just lazed on the kayaks, kids swam etc.Total escapism from the real world.
The boys start school tomorrow virtually. I think we are ready. I want to creep on my 3rd grader's class so bad, but I am going to back off and leave him alone. Actually I am in the office tomorrow so I can't even creep. My other son starts junior hight tomorrow so we spent a lot of time figuring his periods out. Why do virtual classes start at like 10:48 am. they couldn't shore that up a bit lol.
Also, I am the social instigator for my kids with other kid's parents. So I have been doing a lot of communicating about proposed playdates/recess time etc. I set up a rogue cross country team for my 7th grader because sports are not active at the moment. So much work to talk about what we are comfortable with (masks, social distance? etc) and just so much effort to give my kids just a semblance of normalcy. I hope these jerks remember what I have done for them someday.
I miss just dropping my kids off and not worrying about what they were up to until I picked them up. I am way to in their business right now.
We smoked ribs in the smoker today. They should be ready soon and I'm starving. I hope they turned out well. The wood chips didn't seem to get as smokey as usual and I'm not sure why, we did exactly the same stuff as every other time.
This weekend ended up being really full, which was nice. Today we did not go anywhere, but did a bunch of chores like cleaning up our deck, clipping flowers and weeding, vacuuming, and i started steam cleaning our kitchen. The floors have seemed dirty since we moved in, but no amount of swiffering seemed to make a difference. It finally dawned on me to get a steam mop, and now I'm embarrassed I didn't think of that 4 months ago. It makes a huge difference! But since I am largely focused on grout, it is going to take hours to do. I did about 1/4 today.
That viral video of the kid and his mom/grandma cooking and he’s grabbing all of the ingredients and shoving them into his mouth? The captions are all LOL SO CUTE & FUNNY and I watched and just wanted to smack the kid the whole time.
Yes! Omg, what the fuck? That is not cute. It is not funny. It shows a kid who is never told no. I just made scones with my 3 year old. He calmly dumped ingredients into the bowl, cut the rounds, and put his chair back when we were done. Both of my kids were capable of helping me make food by age 2 without it being a total shit show.
I’m drinking hard seltzers on the deck while my H cooks dinner inside with both kids.
Not sorry.
I support this. In fact, I'm going to go make myself a margarita and go sit outside. It is 89 degrees right now. The high tomorrow is 37. Better take advantage while I can.
Climate change and all its deniers can go fuck themselves.
Post by goldengirlz on Sept 7, 2020 18:18:08 GMT -5
Ugh, it’s so damn hot here. The thermostat says it’s 88 degrees and we don’t have air conditioning. I can’t take it anymore.
I told H that in the next 18 months, if we’re still dealing with this pandemic, something has to give. We either move, install AC or buy a vacation home up in the mountains.
Post by Leeham Rimes on Sept 7, 2020 18:49:27 GMT -5
Florida is so hot. I would love cold weather right now but just as a break.
My friend is a nurse here and we talked a little bit about Covid numbers and stuff and she’s like—be prepared for a long time of this. She said what she is seeing doesn’t match what the state is reporting, so visitors keep that in mind. The numbers mean nothing.
That and I know kids have been sent home from school due to Covid exposure but they haven’t said anything to anyone, so that’s reassuring.
I need ham like water Like breath, like rain I need ham like mercy From Heaven's gate Sometimes ham salad or casserole or ham that’s free range, all natural I need ham
Ugh, it’s so damn hot here. The thermostat says it’s 88 degrees and we don’t have air conditioning. I can’t take it anymore.
I told H that in the next 18 months, if we’re still dealing with this pandemic, something has to give. We either move, install AC or buy a vacation home up in the mountains.
Cranky.
Yeah that’s miserable. What about a split unit for a room or two?
Anything decent is going to be a good-sized investment. Our 1950s wiring is pretty much at capacity so that’ll need to be upgraded as well.
We’re actually thinking about moving next year (local move but closer to H’s office) so we don’t want to spend a lot of money if we can get through this summer. This interminable summer ...
This was also why we boarded our cat this past weekend. It would have been brutal for her. Lucky cat gets one more night of air conditioning! Lol
Tonight is H's last evening shift for the week and our fridge decided to peace out over the weekend so I was all excited for take out. And of course they messed up my order. Like gave me something I would never ever eat. I had been home over an hour before I sat down to eat and realized it. FWP, but such a bummer when you were looking forward to it.
Also, I do not recommend your appliances dying during a pandemic and appliance shortage what a nightmare. It will be 13 days before we (hopefully) have a fridge again. And it will match nothing in my kitchen and be way too small for where it will go.
Tonight is H's last evening shift for the week and our fridge decided to peace out over the weekend so I was all excited for take out. And of course they messed up my order. Like gave me something I would never ever eat. I had been home over an hour before I sat down to eat and realized it. FWP, but such a bummer when you were looking forward to it.
Also, I do not recommend your appliances dying during a pandemic and appliance shortage what a nightmare. It will be 13 days before we (hopefully) have a fridge again. And it will match nothing in my kitchen and be way too small for where it will go.
Ugh I am so sorry! I ordered a fridge almost 2 months ago and still don't have it. I have not explored other options (or rather, I have but I'm being picky so have decided against them). Hopefully since it sounds like you prioritized availability, yours will come on time. The appliance shortage sucks.
It's an effing party about a fetus's genitals. Like, ffs. It's already weird enough. Maybe don't cause insane tragedy in the process?
YES. Attention all of you, especially the ones at the back. Even Jenna Karvunidis, the blogger who is credited with originating this stupid custom, is telling you to fucking stop it. I feel vindicated after all these years, tbh.
"Stop having these stupid parties. For the love of God, stop burning things down to tell everyone about your kid's penis. No one cares but you."
Post by Leeham Rimes on Sept 7, 2020 22:16:29 GMT -5
I’ve hated gender reveals since their inception. I’ve always thought it was a lame attempt at getting even more attention. The AZ wild fire in 2018,I’m glad the guy got probation and has to pay $8M in damages. I hope the CA people are are arrested and prosecuted.
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I need ham like water Like breath, like rain I need ham like mercy From Heaven's gate Sometimes ham salad or casserole or ham that’s free range, all natural I need ham
Tonight is H's last evening shift for the week and our fridge decided to peace out over the weekend so I was all excited for take out. And of course they messed up my order. Like gave me something I would never ever eat. I had been home over an hour before I sat down to eat and realized it. FWP, but such a bummer when you were looking forward to it.
Also, I do not recommend your appliances dying during a pandemic and appliance shortage what a nightmare. It will be 13 days before we (hopefully) have a fridge again. And it will match nothing in my kitchen and be way too small for where it will go.
Ugh I am so sorry! I ordered a fridge almost 2 months ago and still don't have it. I have not explored other options (or rather, I have but I'm being picky so have decided against them). Hopefully since it sounds like you prioritized availability, yours will come on time. The appliance shortage sucks.
I was thinking about your saga the whole time we were looking. We ended up going with a locally-owned place over a Lowes/Home Depot hoping that their delivery time would be more accurate. We'll see. I wish we could have been pickier, this will not match the kitchen at all, but eating out of a cooler is getting old. I guess I can always remember it as our pandemic fridge haha