Post by hungrycaterpillar on Jun 24, 2016 6:01:23 GMT -5
I'm starting today because I have had the best last 10 hours ever. I took a long bath last night and had some time to myself. I actually put lotion on my skin. It felt amazing.
Then baby S let me sleep for 6 hours. I haven't had 6 hours of uninterrupted sleep since before he was born. Now I only got 6 hours because my husband does the early evening feedings and I do the late so I think he only slept for 4.5 hours but still.
Post by mom2twoboys on Jun 24, 2016 6:27:07 GMT -5
Carter has early swim team practice this morning. Then I need to return a few things at target. I need to finish cleaning the house. Carter's birthday party is tomorrow. I can't forget to pick up the cake today! I even put it on my calendar. It is technically our first day of summer and it was so nice to not have to get Carter ready for the bus!!
My sister is getting married today!! I'm the unlucky bridesmaid who has to go first for hair and makeup so I hope there is lots of hairspray involved since we are starting in like 15 mins and the wedding isn't until 5:30. It's a dry wedding so I packed a giant purse full of mini bottles of rum and vodka. My arm hurts, lol!
Post by Monica Geller on Jun 24, 2016 6:38:09 GMT -5
We leave on vacation tomorrow morning. I'm not looking forward to driving for 7 hours with my toddler. But for today we're finishing errands and packing the car.
We are headed to northern MI for a wedding (This the country causal wedding for which I had you all dress me.) I think he should wear a tie. He doesn't want to. I'm not going to argue about it, but I think he's wrong. It's a church wedding, so that means dress shirt and tie, IMO.
Also, the wedding is at 2 and the reception doesn't start until six. I'm looking forward to taking a nap in an icy cold hotel room before the dinner.
As soon as our grandchildren get antsy, we're taking them all back to the hotel for swimming and they are staying with us over night and then on Saturday we are going to the beach.
That first long stretch of sleep is just the best. Congrats, hungrycaterpillar!
I'm seeing a lot of panicked British ex-pats in my English-speaking forum here regarding citizenship in France/what this vote means for them living here. I feel so bad for them
Post by cinderbella on Jun 24, 2016 7:22:43 GMT -5
I took part of the afternoon off to surprise my oldest at her Nature's Engineers Camp performance. They're doing a fake campaign to help restore the declining bee population.
My H had a scare this week with diabetic ulcers on his feet. We had to cancel (or at the very least, alter - I think I'm going to take the girls by myself for a shortened trip) our Grand Canyon vacation plans that were scheduled for next month and I'm really salty about it. It's directly related to his health and not properly taking care of himself - we've had a few CTJ talks and I laid it all out there. Get your fucking shit together. In the meantime, I'm essentially solo parenting because he can't do any excessive walking - meaning, he can't even take the girls to their sports or activities. It's going to be a long summer.
Post by notoriousmeg on Jun 24, 2016 7:26:09 GMT -5
So tired. DS has been fighting strep for weeks. We're on round 2 of antibiotics, and he's been spiking a fever on and off all week. MH is taking him back to the doctor this morning. I feel awful for the little guy and I'm worried about him, but I need to sleep. And today is shaping up to suck at work. I share an assistant with another salesperson, and I know he's been swamped, but stuff is falling through the cracks. I've been trying to help him, but there are some tasks I don't have access to and he has to handle. He is out today and has already emailed me about issues.
I had such a hard time leaving my house this morning. We have been out straight lately and I never seem to get to be alone in my house to really get anything done. Every time I try to plan to take a day off for myself something happens and I need to use my time for something else.
I have a training in 30mins. I think it will be quick and is pretty minor, but I'm nervous as it involves actual patients (PDQ that part, will probably delete details). With my social stupidity, this whole thing is forcing me waaaaaay out of my comfort zone, but I'm trying to face the challenge! It's the best opportunity, because it's being done as an offshoot of my regular job, so if it turns out it's a horrible fit? I just stop doing it and go back to doing my regular job full time. I'd be crazy not to give it a shot.
I'm excited for this weekend! Tonight we're (read: BF is) grilling ribs and then walking over to our friends' house for the tail end of a kid's bday party. Tomorrow we're getting up early and going out on the boat with some friends to a little island to hang out and surf fish. Then I have a tentative first girl date with my hair stylist. We've been saying for two years that we need to hang out because we're basically soul mates, lol. But now we're actually doing it. I'm so nervous!
twostep have fun at the concert! And good luck at the BBQ. And I'm sorry about your sister; your girls are so lucky to have you, though. (heart)
hungrycaterpillar that first long stretch of sleep is incomparable, congrats!
L did not want to go to school this morning. She wanted me to put her pajamas back on her after I changed her, and then she asked to watch Frozen - she said "I'm bery tired, Mommy", lol. The only thing that changed her mind was me telling her it's water play day at school, so thank goodness for water play day! Also, last night at bedtime she was telling me and H that she's a pirate and she has a coin in her "treasure chip", and then she told us that we were treasure "chips", and then we hugged her and she said "OK, that's enough hugging." She slays me on the regular these days.
There was a house in my neighbourhood listed for sale for $800k, a decent sized detached home, not very big at all. It sold for 1.65 million. Someone was murdered in the house awhile ago.
hisno1girl - bring a tie and stash it in the dashboard. DH pulled the same stupidity on me once and was relieved when I pulled it out at the church when he saw that everyone else was wearing a tie. It didn't last a minute after the family photos were done but that was fine by me.
It's my Mom's birthday tonight and then DD and I are going to my Grandma's cottage for the weekend. DH has abandoned us for a guy's weekend so I'm out of here!
We're visiting our hometown this weekend to see my grandparents and some friends. I also think we'll make a trip to an REI about an hour from there. I have never been to an REI and I'm excited lol. I may get some trekking poles.
Post by walterismydog on Jun 24, 2016 8:10:02 GMT -5
Big wedding weekend for one of my besties. I'm in charge of a lot of things and she can sometimes maybe be a little crazy so I hope it goes ok.
Boyfriend is meeting all the friends tonight at the rehearsal dinner/tomorrow at the wedding. I can't wait. He's so great. We are going to look hot, too.
Not so great? I'm at the dentist right now for what was supposed to just be a cavity and is now a root canal. SON OF A BITCH.
Last day in Mexico. H and I are both having mild tummy problems but I think we got it under control. Too much rich food and drink!
We have always lucked out with rain, but this trip it has rained everyday. Some days it stays dreary and others it clears up. Really hoping for one last great weather day in paradise! Stay away rain!
My boss threw me a surprise baby shower yesterday! It was so sweet, and she and my colleagues really went above and beyond.
I had been having a really rough day (cried in the bathroom within my first half hour at work yesterday) and I was so cranky and frustrated by the time my boss asked me to meet off-site. And I got more stressed racing to a meeting that was originally supposed to be at our office. Surprise- no meeting just a bunch of my colleagues, with beautiful decorations, and a gorgeous cake. And then 15 minutes later H showed up. It was overwhelming, and so great to know how loved this little boy is going to be.
And to AW the amazing cake one of my colleagues made (I work in the Hospitality industry, so he is a pastry chef):
I'm really looking forward to Pride tomorrow. We usually have the largest in the SE, last year we drew 250,000. I also know it's going to be emotional after the Orlando shooting. Last year was so celebratory post SCOTUS decision. I'm bummed we don't have a float this year. The people I usually sponsor with backed out, so we're doing the parade via her bar.
@internationalsharkshark it's usually a bit of a shitshow by the end, should be fun!
I was down there 2 years ago for pride and it was amazing! I really wanted to be there last year for the celebration, but didn't make it.
Post by ladystardust on Jun 24, 2016 8:34:51 GMT -5
First night of DD (just turned 3) sleeping in a big girl bed was a big failure.
She has been asking for months for a bed. We tied it to her learning to poop on the potty. She is finally getting the hang of that. We go to the store, pick everything out and eventually get it set up. Now she doesn't want the bed anymore...
We have both the crib and bed in the room. She went in the bed but just sat and read, looked out the window, came out of the room, etc. eventually she moved her clock and monitor back to their original spots and wanted back in the crib. So in she went. I don't want to stress her about it. It was supposed to be a prize lol.
I think I will try again tonight and if a few nights go by without it working we will take the bed down for a while.
Post by themysteriouswife on Jun 24, 2016 8:43:25 GMT -5
My cousin's house was struck by lighting last night. They are trying to salvage what they can, but it's looking like a total loss. Days like today make me miss being closer to home.
DS is currently camping with my parents and we'll join them tomorrow for one night, then the three if us head off to Cooperstown, then we head over to Lake George. I booked two nights at the Great Escape lodge and we'll go to the 6 flags for two days. I also booked a cabana for Tuesday b/c at the time it was the better weather day and since booking that has changed to 60% chance of thunderstorms. just my luck.
We're going to the Dave Matthews Band concert tonight! I know I'm in the minority but I love them. So excited! H loves me so he sucks it up but he's not a fan.
I love them too! I'm pissed they're not stopping here on this tour. We have several good outdoor venue options now - come back, dmb! Hope you guys have a great time and they play all your favorites
I'm sorry about all the family stuff. Those girls are so lucky to have you. Hugs.
I went for a 3 mile run this morning. It was good (I ran!) but bad (holy shit I'm out of shape!). I used to be a hard core runner up until 2 years ago.
After gaining close to 15lbs over the last couple of years I NEEDED to do something about it but dang it's really hard to get back into a good routine.