Week of July 10th

[wineandcheese]

Another Monday...

I have an "interview" for a volunteer ambulance corps this evening. My h isn't too happy that I'm joining since I barely have time for the fire department with working both jobs but they need experienced drivers and EMTs. If I can help 1 emt grow into their own, it will be worth it.

Friday H is off, so far. He wants to go out and do something. I have no clue what he plans lol.

Petty vent ahead. My bff and her husband are now going on the same cruise as us in November. Plus her mom, aunt and cousins are going to be going too. I know it's a big ship and we didn't book the ship to have all to ourselves. I was just looking forward to one vacation that it's only the 2 of us. BFF is already making plans for all of us and I'm going to have to tell her no since H and I already have the few things we want to do planned and reserved. I know I sound like a horrible selfish bitch and we will spend time with them but I hope she doesn't get upset with us when we aren't hanging out all day.

[MrsMB]

wineandcheese, It's your trip too. I'd totally do that. I hope she understand you need balance and couple time too!!!

I am really having trouble being motivated today....blah. The people cleaning our house come today which makes me happy.

[amaranth]

So my parent's anniversary was Saturday and apparently my mom texted all my siblings, angry that no one called. I had texted them so I guess I was exempt but she even said to them "Amaranth at least texted, but none of you had the decency to call. Was it a parent boycott??? Did you forget about us?"

We are so perplexed and feel awful but really don't get it. Their anniversary has ALWAYS been just them doing their own thing. We haven't historically called, sent cards, or anything. This wasn't a milestone number like 30 years. We feel bad that she is hurt but also miffed she'd be hurt about something she's never cared about.

wineandcheese I'd be annoyed too. My H invited a coworker along on our Seattle trip and I was so unhappy. It was supposed to be just for us. I made him uninvite him. Lol.

[HoneySpider]

wineandcheese, I don't think that makes you selfish at all! Sometimes you just want couple time and there's nothing wrong with that.

[grover]

wineandcheese, I've been on two cruises with extended family- the first had 25 people, the second one had 16ish? Basically we only saw the rest at dinner because we all were at the same dinner table. That was kind of nice though, because we'd all do our own things during the day then have other people to talk to about what we had done. H and I were kinda bored at dinner on our honeymoon cruise because the random couple we were assigned to eat with never showed up, and H and I had obviously spent every minute of that cruise together.



Yesterday was our 7th wedding anniversary. It was a busy weekend, and while we had originally planned to go out to eat dinner, neither of us wanted to and baby was kind of crabby. So H went and carried out Five Guys and frozen custard LOL

[katespade]

This week is not off to a good start. I've been on the phone with help desk for three hours now, trying to get my computer to work. I'm about to have to reschedule my second meeting of the day because of it, and I have so much to catch up on from taking 10 days off.

I'm in a lot of pain today and I haven't even had breakfast yet because I can't step away from my computer in the middle of this nonsense. FFS. Can I have a do-over?

[luv2rn4fun]

wineandcheese- I would be really annoyed too. You aren't at all selfish and your feelings are completely valid. ((Hugs)). I hope your friend is rational and understanding.

amaranth- ((hugs)). I try to remember and acknowledge my dad and step moms anniversary but this is really just a recent thing. Same with ILs. A text is totally appropriate and sufficient...you acknowledged it and that's what is important.

[luv2rn4fun]

So many ((hugs)) katespade. Hope your day and week only go up from here.

[wanderingenough]

wineandcheese - I don't think that's unreasonable. It was planned originally as a couples trip. I'd just aim to catch them at dinner and say you'll "try" to make the other stuff.

Sorry you are having a rough day katespade!

Things are slow going for me today. I had to go the lab to do my work biometrics, which of course took an hour. Then I had to drop by the bank to sign some paperwork which also ended up taking an hour. Before I knew it, it was noon. I need to buckle down the rest of the day!

[wineandcheese]

Thanks for the support ladies! We haven't had a vacation that was just the 2 of us in a long time and was looking forward to it. We will make time for them and enjoy our time too.

[Blue Moon]

Today was one of those days. I'm trying not to dwell on the negative but it was bad enough for me to call my mom and ask for help tomorrow. The good news is she and my aunt are coming tomorrow to help and stay with B so I can take G back to the dr to see if we've made any progress with his MSPI issues. I've been dairy free for almost a month and have seriously limited (but not cut) soy.

[pooh8402]

wineandcheese, I'd totally do your trip and they can do theirs, and yall meet up like once or twice during the trip.

hugs Blue Moon, katespade.

I'd be annoyed too amaranth. why is THIS year important when the others weren't, you know?


I got a lot of school work done today but I still have a quiz to do that I'm dreading. I took a quiz today in my other class that had 2 questions on it from a chapter that was NOT in our reading assignment! the only reason I know that is that the quiz was open-book, so I literally went to the index to look it up.

I'm also going back to work for the first time in 12 days thanks to the sinus surgery. at least tomorrow is a class day so I can ease back in.

[awick14]

wineandcheese- not selfish at all!

amaranth- it was my parents 30th last week and I was the only one that said happy anniversary, well on the day that is. Two days after it my sister asked me if we wanted to do dinner for their anniversary, lol. So we did a BBQ on Friday.

Happy 7th anniversary grover!

((katespade)) & ((Blue Moon))

pooh8402- good luck tomorrow. I hope wrk isn't too bad.

Anyone else having trouble with the app? It won't allow me to log in, and says my password or username is invalid. But I can log in on the mobile site. Weird? (But somehow I just was able to log in on the app)

I got back into running and strength training this last week. I need to keep it up.

I booked a 10km for Oct. I did this race once before a few years ago and my only real goal is to PR it. I am going to look up training plans tonight and plan something to follow. I am also going to call my Family doctor and ask for another script for ventolin. The smoke from all the fires is bothering me a little bit but I don't want to stop running because of my asthma so I am going to be prepared. (Last time I used my puffer was when we had the forest fire beside my town, and I haven't renewed the prescription since then)

[luv2rn4fun]

So many ((hugs)) Blue Moon. I am glad you asked your mom for help but hate how much you are struggling lately. Hang in there friend and know that it does get better. Praying for you and your family.

Way to go awick14! Good luck training! I hope the fires ease soon so it doesn't affect your breathing too much (and obviously because they need to stop for other reasons as well).

[MrsMB]

((Blue Moon))

[luv2rn4fun]

I am over today and it's only 9a 🙁 L is now sick and is already trying to wake up from his nap...he only slept 20 min. So I have two sick and clingy boys and AF decided to start today. I don't have the energy or patience to deal with this today.

[Blue Moon]

Jul 11, 2017 11:01:30 GMT -5 luv2rn4fun said:

I am over today and it's only 9a 🙁 L is now sick and is already trying to wake up from his nap...he only slept 20 min. So I have two sick and clingy boys and AF decided to start today. I don't have the energy or patience to deal with this today.

So sorry friend. Hopefully the boys get better soon and you stay healthy! Can your dad or stepmom stop by to help at all?

[Blue Moon]

Jul 11, 2017 8:00:36 GMT -5 luv2rn4fun said:

So many ((hugs)) Blue Moon. I am glad you asked your mom for help but hate how much you are struggling lately. Hang in there friend and know that it does get better. Praying for you and your family.

Way to go awick14! Good luck training! I hope the fires ease soon so it doesn't affect your breathing too much (and obviously because they need to stop for other reasons as well).

Thank you! I'm glad I trusted my gut and took him in. There was still blood so we got a referral to a peds GI, who luckily can fit us in tomorrow. The pedi did write us a prescription so the insurance will cover the expensive formula if we decide to go that route. I'm thankful and relieved the cost of the formula doesn't have to factor into our decision at least.

[HoneySpider]

If you have a food processor, what do you use it for? We got one because I felt like we needed it but I barely use it.

[bk1]

Jul 11, 2017 13:34:12 GMT -5 HoneySpider said:

If you have a food processor, what do you use it for? We got one because I felt like we needed it but I barely use it.

DH got me one for Christmas one year. I think we've used it for making salsa? Really that's all I've used it for. I hate cleaning it so I avoid using it. 

[bk1]

((Blue Moon)) So glad you got back into the pedi. Hope the appt goes well tomorrow.

luv2rn4fun Big hugs. I can't imagine how exhausted you are! Hope the boys get to 100% soon!

katespade How are you feeling today?

wineandcheese That doesn't make you selfish at all! 

[luv2rn4fun]

Jul 11, 2017 12:18:27 GMT -5 Blue Moon said:

Jul 11, 2017 11:01:30 GMT -5 luv2rn4fun said:

I am over today and it's only 9a 🙁 L is now sick and is already trying to wake up from his nap...he only slept 20 min. So I have two sick and clingy boys and AF decided to start today. I don't have the energy or patience to deal with this today.

So sorry friend. Hopefully the boys get better soon and you stay healthy! Can your dad or stepmom stop by to help at all?

Thanks friend! I don't think I will even bother asking. My step mom never had kids so she doesn't do well for any length of time and my dad is busy with work (he did say to let him know if I needed anything and offered to come so I can go for a run, which would be great if I weren't exhausted, my period hadn't started, and it wasn't 90 degrees outside today! Nice of him to offer though.

Glad you got an appointment for tomorrow! Praying it goes well, you get answers, and you find peace with whatever decision you make! Fed is best...I know how much you love breastfeeding and how hard a decision this is for you but just know that if you decide to switch to formula it's ok (I had the same issues and determination with C and even with L so I can't imagine how hard this is for you). You are a great mama and your kiddos are super lucky to have you!

[katespade]

bk1 - Today has not been much of an improvement. I'm just trying to push through until it's acceptable for me to go back to bed. A 5:00 am meeting and no coffee also haven't helped.

I've been lurking and keeping up with what's going on with everyone, but I haven't been posting much because I'm trying not to be a Debbie Downer. :/

[amaranth]

Jul 11, 2017 13:34:12 GMT -5 HoneySpider said:

If you have a food processor, what do you use it for? We got one because I felt like we needed it but I barely use it.

I've used mine only to crush nuts or Graham crackers for pies. I definitely don't need it.

[HoneySpider]

bk1 amaranth Ok well there's 2 new ideas lol.

I am sure I will find it useful when I make potato pancakes which I do oh, once every other year

I feel bad because I asked my mom for it for Christmas and she got us one I am sure was not cheap and now we don't use it (so many parts, it's a PITA)

[awick14]

HoneySpider I use it for;
-salsa
-guacamole
-purée tomatoes (to can to make spaghetti sauce)
-baby food
-pesto
-homemade icecream
-and probably more

Edit: o ya hummus, luv2rn4fun reminded me of this

I leave mine out on the counter because I use it that much.

[luv2rn4fun]

Jul 11, 2017 13:34:12 GMT -5 HoneySpider said:

If you have a food processor, what do you use it for? We got one because I felt like we needed it but I barely use it.

My step mom bought me one a few years ago and I have used it twice and not recently (hummus and salsa). Anyways, was just on pinterest and thought of you....you can use it to make Oreo crumbs for Oreo krispy treats 😉

[luv2rn4fun]

Jul 11, 2017 14:56:01 GMT -5 awick14 said:

HoneySpider I use it for;
-salsa
-guacamole
-purée tomatoes (to can to make spaghetti sauce)
-baby food
-pesto
-homemade icecream
-and probably more

This just reminded me that I was using it to make baby food for awhile when our baby bullet died.

[awick14]

((Blue Moon)) like luv2rn4fun said fed is best. But there maybe lots of emotions with not breast feeding and that is ok too.

((katespade)) we are here for you whenever you need us.

[HoneySpider]

Jul 11, 2017 15:06:53 GMT -5 luv2rn4fun said:

Jul 11, 2017 13:34:12 GMT -5 HoneySpider said:

If you have a food processor, what do you use it for? We got one because I felt like we needed it but I barely use it.

My step mom bought me one a few years ago and I have used it twice and not recently (hummus and salsa). Anyways, was just on pinterest and thought of you....you can use it to make Oreo crumbs for Oreo krispy treats 😉

I think that sounds like an excellent idea