February Monday

[rere]

We had such a fun weekend, which makes Monday worse. Shopping, way too much eating out, and nice enough weather yesterday for a fire pit and grill.

First, my kids are fighting, at school, in a group txt, that includes me, about how DD is getting home from school.

I did not sleep well last night. Turns out that my neighbor who passed away had passed several days before anyone found him. That on top of the cemetary in the yard, and I am a little unnerved.

I do at least get a lunch meeting today with my favorite salad, so that's a win. Plus my taxes are back, just in time to put some money down on Dds braces.

[twinmomma]

Same here rere, really fun weekend with lots of great things. This morning DD2 grumbled from under the covers "how many days until summer vacation?" LOL

For once I don't have a single meeting on my calendar today at work, so I'm actually able to start the week off strong and get a lot of tasks done. Planning to keep that vibe going after work with a quick grocery store run and laundry at home. It's been staying lighter out later, so that's helping my after work productivity a lot.

[covergirl82]

Saturday was good, Sunday not so much.

I did appreciate that Starz released the Outlander season 5 premiere early to subscribers, so I didn't have to stay up last night to watch it.

Saturday we were able to have a lazy start to the day. Then my parents, MIL, and my sister came over for lunch to celebrate DD's birthday (which was actually on the 8th). Right after that, DD, DS, and I left for a friend's house (this is the family from travel baseball that we're friends with the whole family) to drop DS off to hang out with his friend and pick up the mom and daughter for a cookies-and-canvas painting. The mom and I talked while the girls painted, so it was a fun time.

Sunday DD woke up with a fever of 101. Seems like the same thing she had a little over 2 weeks ago, but maybe she just got a new mutation of the virus. (This is the reason I'm so mad they never closed school for a day or two to clean.) She still had a fever this morning (100), but my parents were already planning to be with the kids today because the school is closed for President's day, so at least today was covered. My dad said he can come down tomorrow too, so hopefully her fever breaks today or tonight so that she can go to school on Wednesday. I just hope DS, DH, and I all stay healthy. I'm already planning that the kids will go to bed at 7:30 tonight (DS went to a sleepover at a friend's house last night, so he needs to go to be early too), and I will be going to bed shortly after that.

[supertrooper1]

DS and I had a good low key weekend. Today will be lunch with my parents and more cleaning up the house for me.

I'm wearing my new glasses today for the first time which is always a challenge with an astigmatism. They feel crooked on my face even though they're not. I just hope they don't cause a miagrain while I get used to them.

[mae0111]

Kids had lots of play dates this weekend while DH and I finished packing up the kitchen and prepped for demo day today. The kids are on vacation all week this week, DH is working, and our kitchen is gone. Today is beautiful- sunny and 45°. DD2 and I went for a walk around a pond nearby while DD1 ran around with neighbor kids. Then we are taking the kids out for a fancy dinner tonight because they had to miss their Daddy/Daughter dance due to flu.

I have some other things planned this week. We will head to the city, hit a jumpy place, etc. Hoping to get out with DH or possibly away for a night since his birthday is next week. Should be good. I am hopeful.

[xctsclrx]

It is a beautiful day outside today. I want to be outside.

I have gotten through 3 weeks of DH being gone. We are still adjusting. Kids are still acting out, but I think we might be coming to an equilibrium soon. Weekends are hard. I have time to think about missing him. I have chores and children to deal with. DD is being pill and DS is needy right now. I never get a reset button and I am struggling. I am really tempted to ask my mom to take them one night a month so I can sleep in, work out and clean without juggling the babies.

My driver starts tomorrow. So excited!!!!!

[polecat8]

I had a pretty crappy weekend before it even started.
My mom e-filed my taxes for me since she is an accountant. The return was bounced back and said my DH's SSN was used in another return. So we spent Thursday evening/Friday morning dealing with that by checking credit reports and adding fraud alerts. And we will have up to a 6 month delay in getting our nice refund.
On Saturday morning, I got a message from my mom that my dad was in the hospital. He woke up in the middle of the night drenched in sweat and was really dizzy. My mom called an ambulance. My dad has a bunch of health problems, including a bad heart, so the ER dr admitted him. One of his blood levels was slightly elevated, so the dr thought he might have had a small heart attack. In the end, my dad had repeat bloodwork, an echo, and an EKG that showed he probably did not have a heart attack and the elevated blood work might have been due to his kidney function after a CT with contrast 2 weeks ago. The sweating episode still hasn't been explained, but my mom and I think it is due to a new med he started 10 days ago. Unfortunately, his VA dr prescribed those meds and we couldn't get a hold of anyone there over the weekend. In the end, the dr discharged him and he has to follow up with the VA dr. My dad seems perfectly fine and was a little peeved that he had to spend 2 nights in the hospital.
On Sunday, I ran my 12 miles and then felt like crap for the rest of the day. Everything ached and I had a bad headache. I tried to go to bed early but ended up tossing and turning all night. It didn't help that DH was snoring beside me.
And I started my period today so I am in a generally crappy mood.
Happy Monday everyone!

[waverly]

I went to go to the kids haircuts and had a flat tire. Cancel our multiple appointments for the day and instead spend the afternoon at the tire shop. At least they are being fairly quick. We have dance tonight, so I guess I’m giving up on what I tried to get done today and just do dance and make dinner.

[erinshelley21]

2nd day in a row I have failed to take off. Today ended upbeinh for a good reason. I met with one of the contractors that worked on our house to go over my proposal for all of his policies and I'll be very surprised if he doesn't go for it. The money I'd make would cover the rest of his work on our house, so that would be nice lol

My licensing class starts tomorrow. I'm nervous about being able to study and retain info while having a husband, kids and a full adult life this time around. Last time I had a boyfriend and a puppy and could devote all of my time to it.

[sdlaura]

I had to WFH Friday with a 2-year-old since all 3 kids were off and DS2 is too young for YMCA day camp - that’s always super fun. Saturday was totally normal (DS2 soccer class/gym/playground) and then Sunday we swam and our friends visiting from Boise came by.

We had a really nice family day today - children’s museum then lunch out. An older couple seated next to us complimented us on how well-behaved our kids were. That doesn’t happen very often given the energy level of our boys, so I’ll take it. Then I had a hair appt and took DD with me for her first haircut by a real adult stylist.

I’d like every weekend to be 3 days long. All the laundry is not only washed but put away. I actually feel somewhat ready for the week. Which is good since I have to go to Houston for two nights.

[mommyatty]

I had today off, which was AWESOME. This weekend was fun. Saturday we had a birthday party. Sunday I took the kids to the park while DH was cleaning the pool. Last night we went to dinner with MIL and that was a comedy it was so bad. I think 3/4 of the staff of PF Chang’s had quit so they didn’t have to work Valentine’s Day. It was terrible. Today MIL took the kids, and I had a day to work on DD’s quilt. I made a lot of progress! DH and I got lunch out and had some adult time.

I have training the next two days, yuck. But at least it should make the week go by quickly.

[k3am]

Today is my Monday... DH played in a volleyball tournament all weekend, so I was on kid duty the whole time and I'm exhausted. Yesterday he was too sore to do a whole lot. Tomorrow he leaves for Seattle until Friday night.

Saturday I took the kids to a birthday party for a friend of DD's, whose mom used to be one of my best friends. We went back to their house afterwards, and like everytime I've seen them lately, I can just sense the distance between us growing and growing. I'm not even sure if she's noticed. We've grown apart and I feel like a judgmental prude for saying it, but I just don't support the life choices she's making (and I don't need to, it's her life and she gets to live it). It's one of those weird things that if it weren't for DD being friends with her daughter, I would just let the relationship fade away.

[186momx]

I really hate Tuesdays after a holiday Monday. Today is so busy and yesterday was busy so two Monday's in a row.
Worked a half day yesterday due to DD funky schedule but did get 2 glorious hours at home alone by myself. Went out to Olive Garden for my b-day dinner and it was good but I ate way to much and couldn't sleep. Today is another short day as I have to meet the speech pathologist at school at 2:30. Why do school staff think everyone is free during the hours of 9-2ish only. Getting 2:30 was the latest she could do and before 9 was a no way. Then I'm taking DD to practice and watching because she asked. I think I might swipe her headphones and the tablet and watch Netflix. I'm skipping PTO tonight because I'm not going on my b-day being on the board or not.

[waverly]

k3am, what kind of lifestyle choices? You don’t have to answer if you don’t want to but now I’m curious.

I try to be non judge mental and open minded, but I guess I could say more there are some things I’d rather not deal with.

[k3am]

waverly, I'm totally vague posting, which is annoying, but don't want to post here.

[sandandsea]

Today was my Monday too. I got in late and I’ve to leave early all week to accommodate camp schedule for ski week. Today was crazy busy. I’m trying to let go and let others step up and do more and every time it ends up taking more time. Hopefully after 15 tries they start to get better?!

[mommyatty]

This week is just toast. Today and tomorrow I have this annual leadership training that is actually quite good, but I swear all hell breaks loose every year while I’m in it. Plus this morning I woke up with low grade fever, but damned if I’m going to reschedule this training. I’m normally a nut about staying home when sick, but getting this mandatory training out of the way is hard. Thursday I have to leave early for DS’s parent teacher conference. But then I have a late call with assholes on the West Coast who don’t understand time change. Friday I have to go in late because we go to our tax preparer. Which is totally not my favorite thing to do.

Also, DS came home from tae kwon do today in tears because his teacher is a total fucking bully. I hate the son of a bitch. He obviously shouldn’t be working with small children. It’s delicate because his wife teaches DD, and she’s wonderful. DD wants to continue and is actually good at it. I just sent her a text informing her Alex will not be returning and asking for a refund for the rest of the semester. She asked me to contact her. I could tonight, but I’m likely to threaten legal action and tell her I’m calling the school Headmaster to ensure they do not return to the school next year. Which, don’t get me wrong, I’m still doing. But I don’t need to tell her that while my daughter is still in her class.

[mustardseed2007]

mommyatty, omg! Did he single him out in front of the class? I've seen karate teachers do that kind of thing, and even get physical with kids. One of the reasons we are at the dojo we are at is that the teachers are all really kind and focus on encouragement. I forget is your DS younger or older than your DD? Just wondering b/c could your DD end up with him in the future?

Also given that this sounds like an after school enrichment class like...wtf are you thinking sending a child home in tears dude?

[mommyatty]

There are only about 5 kids in the class (they started with 12 if that tells you anything), and he yells at all of them so much, they no longer respond to him at all. Yesterday the dude yelled at him because his fat ass (and yes, he’s a fat ass) didn’t want to bend over and pick up crackers, and DS was the closest kid. DS knew it wasn’t his mess, and it upset him. Then the douchebag dropped the door on my elderly MIL because she snapped at him for yelling at DS.

[mustardseed2007]

mommyatty, that is such a shame. It's such a great activity, it's too bad when instructors ruin it

[k3am]

I didn't know it was possible, but in this week where I didn't have to work Monday, today is my third Monday of the work week.

[sandandsea]

Feb 20, 2020 11:40:00 GMT -5 k3am said:

I didn't know it was possible, but in this week where I didn't have to work Monday, today is my third Monday of the work week.

Ditto this week is nuts.

[186momx]

Feb 20, 2020 11:40:00 GMT -5 k3am said:

I didn't know it was possible, but in this week where I didn't have to work Monday, today is my third Monday of the work week.

Yep but we were open Monday so we are working on day 4 of Mondays.  I'm so tired and my head is killing me.

[mommyatty]

I am officially sick. And at home. I’m on my second call of the day.

[waverly]

Feb 20, 2020 11:40:00 GMT -5 k3am said:

I didn't know it was possible, but in this week where I didn't have to work Monday, today is my third Monday of the work week.

Same. I had a 2.5 hour meeting today. Ugh.