Dear children, You are going to be the death of me. During vacation you easily slept in until 7 AM or later every day. Yesterday we went back to work/school and one of you woke me up at 4:45. Today, one of you got me up at 4 to ask if it was ok to wake up yet. And then at 5:30, when my alarm went off, you two were having a freaking party in your bedroom, jumping on beds and yelling. So yes, I flipped my shit and yelled at you to get back in your beds immediately. Sorry, not sorry. You both passed out and were solidly asleep at 6:30 when I got you up for school. So you NEED the sleep. STAY ASLEEP! You're 5, I thought sleeping through the night was a worry of the past. Signed, Exhausted mom
Dear self, Here's the new plan to get your health and well being back on track in 2018: Walk 1-2 miles each day after work. Devote one night a week to reading a book alone, one night to watching TV with DH. Build in the downtime you need and do not feel guilty about going to bed early. And lock your phone away in the evening so that you're not distracted all night. And eat more fruits and veggies. Maybe sign up for a CSA again? Signed, Ready to heal
Post by erinshelley21 on Jan 3, 2018 9:29:20 GMT -5
Dear property manager for my mom's "community" Real nice of ya to insure the entire dwelling, outside and inside. Not so nice of ya to carry a $10,000 deductible that you could weasle your way out of paying and making it the unit owner's responsibility. You're going to get a freaking earful from me in a couple minutes.
Dear Mom, I TOLD YOU NOT TO BUY A CONDO! Love, your daughter
When you decide to devote yourself to a goal, the whole world supports you. Isn’t that great? Now, your decision to start networking both inside and outside your company has resulted in a trip to meet with executives from multiple companies next week, a place as an officer in an industry association, and a lunch with your former mentor who is being groomed to be the next CEO. Oh and an opportunity to brief the executive chairman on an issue brought to his attention by one of the most famous men in American business.
Post by supertrooper1 on Jan 3, 2018 9:35:26 GMT -5
Dear two other coworkers in my office, You're both idiots and lazy. Signed, Tired of doing your work
Dear DH, Yes, I know you had over 2 weeks off at Christmas. I'm sorry you couldn't figure out how to get your stuff done while you were off and you're stressed from work. I wasn't off from work, yet you're still expecting me to do your errands. Signed, Too fucking bad
I realize you work many weekends, so you are ready to unwind when you are off. However, I'm not all about having a drink at 5 on a Tuesday or Wednesday and just hanging out. I work, the kids are in school. It would be nice if you sat down for supper instead of having your own private party and calling people since no one here wants to hang out with you on a weekday. You are well over 40. Act like it.
Signed, tired of swing shift wife.
Dear weather,
What'sthe deal? I don't live in the tundra for a reason.
Yay!! We're staying at the Polynesian resort at WDW for our trip in early December! And by renting DVC points, it's less than half the normal price! Can't wait for this trip!!
When you decide to devote yourself to a goal, the whole world supports you. Isn’t that great? Now, your decision to start networking both inside and outside your company has resulted in a trip to meet with executives from multiple companies next week, a place as an officer in an industry association, and a lunch with your former mentor who is being groomed to be the next CEO. Oh and an opportunity to brief the executive chairman on an issue brought to his attention by one of the most famous men in American business.
Go be charming! You’ve got this!
You
Holy shit. I'm still trying to put together a resume. Way to get a lot done 3 days into 2018!
Post by mustardseed2007 on Jan 3, 2018 11:01:46 GMT -5
Dear DD,
Ok so we're going to try dance after school...this means you're going to have to wear tights. Please please please wear the outfit so it's not a waste of money. You love to dance. Your gymnastics coach asked if you were in dance...tights are kind of part of it at this age so...just try it!
Signed, Mom who is really not sure her 3 year old is going to go for this
How do you handle birthday party season? It's starting for us. DD has 6 friends that we've known forever (I'm close with the parents) born between December and early March, all of which will be having parties. That doesn't count school parties and such. The invites are already piling in. Last year we ended up with at least one, sometimes 4 parties a weekend. I have a guilt complex of turning down a kid's party, and it's getting harder now that DD understands what's going on when she gets an invite in her box at school.
Signed, A grinch who doesn't want to give up all her downtime or spend $15-20 a gift multiple times over...
supertrooper1, Omg my husband was the same way. He took off almost two weeks and got NOTHING done. Then wanted me to pick up and drop off DS because I was going to work anyway. I said no way. I finally got him to do a couple of honey do things the last day he was home with two teenagers. Ugh
Dear Body,
Can we stop getting sick? please?
Love, Self
Dear Baby,
Thank you for the squirms. I makes my anxiety go down feeling you move and making your momma excited
Dear Payroll Clients I really want to strangle you this morning and it is only 9:30. You were all so nice yesterday and so far today you are driving me crazy with just plain stupid excuses. I haven't paid my payroll taxes since June and I don't know why they were coming out...your office lady quit in June...crickets... Signed Cranky
Dear DH You need to figure out the new routine. Moping around the house last night being "bored" wasn't cool and I'm sorry I snapped. It was a long first day back to long days and I just wanted to sit and be quiet and watch some TV which I fell asleep watching sometime between 7:30-8:30 pm. You not knowing what to do with yourself isn't my problem. Signed me This was only the 2nd Tuesday he hasn't had therapy and he pulled the same thing last Tuesday.
Dear Adventure Club I'm sorry DD had a rough afternoon. I'm sorry I forgot to give you heads up that this transition is hard on everyone and she needs some extra TLC. Today should be better since she has practice. Mom
k3am, Divide and conquer for b-day parties. Prioritize who she really likes and plays with and go to those vs just some random kid from class. From the mom who's kid doesn't get b-day invites
Dear Self - Snap out of the funk. This is ridiculous. From, Self
Dear Weather - Thanks for the heatwave! 27 degrees feels almost tropical after -5 the other day. But listen... we totally do not need this blizzard. The kids were *just* home on vacation. They like school. They should go there. And they can't if the blizzard shows up. Also, we like to have summer vacation, and blizzards mean less summer vacation. So... could you maybe veer off east or something and make the weather people look stupid? That'd be great. Thanks, Mae
Dear Former Colleague- I'd really love to work with you again. Could you give me a call and let me know where that part-time contracting gig stands? I think I'd be really good at it, and I'd love to bring in a little of my own money. DH business is thriving - if we take the 3 months of earnings last year and project it out, he will be making more than we made combined last year - but I'd like a little something to call my own. What do you say? Call me? Thanks, Me
Dear Weather - Thanks for the heatwave! 27 degrees feels almost tropical after -5 the other day. But listen... we totally do not need this blizzard. The kids were *just* home on vacation. They like school. They should go there. And they can't if the blizzard shows up. Also, we like to have summer vacation, and blizzards mean less summer vacation. So... could you maybe veer off east or something and make the weather people look stupid? That'd be great. Thanks, Mae
Seriously. This is insane. My family might not survive if we're all cooped up in the house waiting out a snowstorm tomorrow.
How do you handle birthday party season? It's starting for us. DD has 6 friends that we've known forever (I'm close with the parents) born between December and early March, all of which will be having parties. That doesn't count school parties and such. The invites are already piling in. Last year we ended up with at least one, sometimes 4 parties a weekend. I have a guilt complex of turning down a kid's party, and it's getting harder now that DD understands what's going on when she gets an invite in her box at school.
Signed, A grinch who doesn't want to give up all her downtime or spend $15-20 a gift multiple times over...
We punted on pre-K. Did the K circuit and are now reaping the rewards of drop off parties in 1st grade!
k3am , Divide and conquer for b-day parties. Prioritize who she really likes and plays with and go to those vs just some random kid from class. From the mom who's kid doesn't get b-day invites
She got an invite yesterday. I have a loose idea of who the kid is - and she's not even in DD's class. "DD, who is A?" It took her a few minutes. And then turned into.. "I HAVE TO GO TO HER PUMP IT UP PARTY. HAVE. TO. GO."
I need to teach her to be antisocial like me so she stops getting invites.
How do you handle birthday party season? It's starting for us. DD has 6 friends that we've known forever (I'm close with the parents) born between December and early March, all of which will be having parties. That doesn't count school parties and such. The invites are already piling in. Last year we ended up with at least one, sometimes 4 parties a weekend. I have a guilt complex of turning down a kid's party, and it's getting harder now that DD understands what's going on when she gets an invite in her box at school.
Signed, A grinch who doesn't want to give up all her downtime or spend $15-20 a gift multiple times over...
We punted on pre-K. Did the K circuit and are now reaping the rewards of drop off parties in 1st grade!
Oh, how I dream of the drop off parties. According to a couple friends here, they don't exist anymore, but I think they're dirty liars.
F you! WTF! Why did you stop working in a -11 real temp night? I woke up to 50 degrees upstairs and 45 downstairs. Now you need a part and still haven't shown up? We had to stay in a hotel last night. It was 33 this morning IN THE HOUSE! This better be fixed today! I included H in this because he was supposed to get the boiler cleaned, and they said this is why the igniter failed.
k3am - drop off totally exists! We are dropping DS at a party on Saturday. DH is staying at the Sunday party.
Gifts - Michaels 75 percent off plus online coupons equals super cheap gifts. Last year we did a lot of super awesome watercolor palettes (two color sets of 25 colors) plus a watercolor book - $25 value for about $8-10. Also a lot of American Girl crafts sets. I also buy clearance Target pajamas (for the 9-10 year old set) and clearance Target bath towels with hoods (for the 5 year old set) and pair them with bubble bath also on clearance. Also if you have Charming Charlie their clearance is Mecca for all age girls.
We punted on pre-K. Did the K circuit and are now reaping the rewards of drop off parties in 1st grade!
Oh, how I dream of the drop off parties. According to a couple friends here, they don't exist anymore, but I think they're dirty liars.
I got some crap from the snotty little employee at the children's museum for dropping DD off. He had to "ask a manager". She's 8. She's been to camp there and they let the kids run wild. And I could not possibly follow her around like a toddler. Half the parents dropped off, and the manager said it happens all the time in elementary school. Idiots.
Post by HeartofCheese on Jan 3, 2018 13:40:59 GMT -5
Dear wallet,
Please expand. Please consider every dime that comes out of you and goes out into the world, a flower that is to be pollinated by the bee of fortune, fortitude, and good times. Then return to your little garden and continue to prosper until my wallet is fat and pretty and opens up like a pop-up book.
Muchos gracias, The little gardener that could (but isn't)
Post by traveltheworld on Jan 3, 2018 13:48:48 GMT -5
Dear WPs,
All the birthday party posts is making me wonder why DS hasn't gotten invited to a single party this year. He seems to have lots of friends (at least 3 that he plays with in and outside of school) - is it me?!?!
Signed, Woman who gets over-anxious over everything.
Dear Self,
Relax.
Signed, Rational side
Dear Children,
You better enjoy this ski vacation. Packing for a ski vacation is hell. HELL. I never realized how much stuff we needed for 3 days of skiing.
Post by erinshelley21 on Jan 3, 2018 14:28:56 GMT -5
Dear Property Manager, Your bylaws and declarations are confusing as hell and I'm sure that's because I'm not attorney, but either way, I'm glad you're at least having your attorney "review my concerns" especially since the adjuster for YOUR insurance company thinks you should pay for the repairs in my mom's condo. Also, it was really shitty of you to try to brush one of your residents off like you did with my mom. Don't be shocked when I complain to your boss. Signed, still a little pissed off but also satisfied that you're looking into this now
Dear DH, I want to do this Whole30 with you because I know you need it and I made you do the very first one we did, so I created this monster myself. But I need bread and cheese. Just the small amounts that are allowed on 21 day fix. I hope you understand. Love, your wife.
Dear colleague, It's really, really lame that you don't intend to call out your employee for bothering me on vacation for a not urgent matter. I was panicking and trying to triage the issue on my cell phone in the middle of no where because it seemed like a major issue. It wasn't at all, per someone above our heads. Why would you not care that your employee is going around you causing issues that don't need to be caused? It feels really disrespectful of my time. If you want to work 24/7, have at it. I like work/life balance and have to try really hard to achieve it. Signed, Someone who values PTO
Dear Person Who Reports to Me I am super bummed that you didn’t finish your work, are now on vacation and I am doing your work on top of mine. I realize that things are hard medically and personally for you ATM, but be UP FRONT with me — “I didn’t get to BLANK and need help” instead of ball dropping. I started at 6 today and will finish at 4 to enjoy the last afternoon of winter break with my kids, then I will work another hour or two. I’m down to help, but not as a surprise and not coming back after a week off when the last communication was it was all good. Am I being played??
Post by covergirl82 on Jan 3, 2018 15:53:09 GMT -5
traveltheworld, that is me too when it comes to birthday invites. Neither of my kids have gotten one yet this year and I'm freaking out. And of course when I was in DD's classroom for her holiday party I checked out the birthday calendar and a few girls have birthdays in January.