ssmjlm, maybe you need more than once a week to 'crave' it? I'm really bad at scheduling and following through with working out.
Lately H and I have been really good about taking the dogs for a long walk at least once a day. My ankle is finally back to normal and the fresh air and sunshine lately have been really nice.
I'm supposed to get my annual raise today. Probably 3% as always but I'll take it!
I bought airline tickets for summer vacation yesterday, and reserved lodging for part of our trip this morning. It's nice to have something to look forward to!
Sunrise is also finally early enough after the time change that it's light out again when DD leaves for the bus at 6:45. Huge mood boost there.
calamity, right now, I can only fit in one day during the work week. It's not my only exercise, I walk the dog daily and on weekends do a longer walk with her.
I just haven't been sleeping and I'm so tired. I just want to run my returns up to the UPS store and then come home and sleep after work. The dog is all confused and is keeping us up at night, either licking or asking to go out at least 1x a night.
ssmjlm, I think the same thing. I was doing regular workouts for like 6 months and kept wondering “where is this extra energy they say you get when you workout?!” Someone around month 8 I realized that I was finishing up work one day and actually wanted to go workout. I wish I was more positive.
I am just sick of this perimenopause shit. I try to track my periods, and this month seems to be just “spotting” and not a period. Or maybe a period is still coming? Fuck if I know. But I do not want to wear a pad every day to deal with the SURPRISE shit. And, I tried reusable stuff, and my second month (so after a sanitizing wash) I ended up with a UTI, and it was the first one I’d had in 20+ years. Like I didn’t even recognize it, until it ended up in my kidneys. Therefore, I associate that with the reusable pads and won’t try again. It’s like when you throw up the first time you eat/drink something and never can touch it again.
I've been going to yoga 1x a week for a little over 2 months.
When does one start to "crave" the whole working out thing? Because I really don't want to go tonight, but I know it's good for me.
1. I don't know that everyone gets to that point. It's pretty rare that I crave working out. However, it is a part of my routine now and that keeps me at it.
2. Once a week probably isn't enough to set that kind of routine.
I really need the weather to start being more spring like so we can go home. I have so much to do to get things ready to open for the season and I can't do them while I'm in school town. Plus, we are getting chickens around graduation (the Animal Science class for Ag is raising them for a class project) and we need to get the coop and run ready.
The college hunt is a trip. Oldest kid was 100% against going to one particular university but applied anyway because their academic advisor made them apply to 3 schools and she only had 2 in mind so applied to that one just to have the 3 schools. After we had a good discussion with them about WHY you choose a school, they found the University of Utah and were so excited to be accepted. We visited U of U over spring break, and it was not at all what they wanted it to be. We went to the university they were adamant about not attending and loved it. We have another visit on Friday and the last one next Friday and I have a feeling they are going to end up at the one they were absolutely against going to. Won't bother me.... it's much closer than U of U and we're big fans anyway since it's in the state we grew up in and have been fans of since we were kids. And maybe we'll see Josh Allen there some day since it's his alma mater! We were JA fans well before the world was!
I've been going to yoga 1x a week for a little over 2 months.
When does one start to "crave" the whole working out thing? Because I really don't want to go tonight, but I know it's good for me.
1. I don't know that everyone gets to that point. It's pretty rare that I crave working out. However, it is a part of my routine now and that keeps me at it.
2. Once a week probably isn't enough to set that kind of routine.
Yeah, I keep asking the Tuesday teacher to take another night, but I am admittedly picky about my yoga instructors after doing it for over a decade.
The thursday teacher, when I've tried to squeeze it in, talks the entire class, but not about yoga or adjustments, just random gossip. And the same teacher does the Sunday am classes unfortunately.
ssmjlm, It's not so much that I crave a workout, it's more I feel a significant shift in my mental health/physical health when I take a break. It took me six months.
Yesterday at swimming, my DS had a huge bruise on his leg and I asked him what happened and he said a kid in his class who has some difficulties got upset during music class and started throwing chairs and music stands because it was too loud. They had all the kids in the class get up to go to another room. I haven’t heard anything from the school on this. DS said that a girl got hit in the head and was crying so the teacher was helping her. He said the para was just standing in the corner on her phone (perhaps calling help but who knows). I’m really irritated about it
Post by lilypad1126 on Mar 28, 2023 10:11:46 GMT -5
I started my day with having to call a doctor I've never been to about a bill they sent me that was dated 2 years ago. Turns out it was my husband's bill! He went to this doc one time, 2 years ago, and apparently never paid his co-pay? But why did they send it to me? The woman I spoke to tried to tell me that since the insurance was in my name that I was responsible which seems not right, but since she offered to waive the fee and mark his balance paid in full, I didn't argue.
They also had the wrong insurance info on the bill, so I really don't know what was going on. But rest assured, neither of us will be going back to that office.
In better news, I am getting botox in an hour and I CANNOT WAIT! My H rolled his eyes and told me I don't need to waste the money, but I'm still going b/c I feel so much better when my forehead is not so wrinkly, haha.
I don't know who recommend getting clothes from Quince but THANK YOU. It's so good. I ordered 8 things and am just returning one item because it's too big. The Tencel fit n flare dress is AMAZING. I work from home and am ready to order two more to wear when I WFM.
ssmjlm , It's not so much that I crave a workout, it's more I feel a significant shift in my mental health/physical health when I take a break. It took me six months.
This is me 100%. I'm generally consistent with working out but I go through stretches when I don't do it often enough. Every time I do, my mood is immediately boosted and I'm like WHY are there times I don't want to do this? So for me it's just kind of getting myself to do it knowing that I will be so glad that I did. It can also be about finding the right thing. Yoga isn't my personal favorite, so I do more of the things I know I find fairly enjoyable (strength training/cardio)
We went to see a FSBO owner house last night in a neighborhood I was excited about. But man it would need SO much work - like at least $250K and comps for that house are around $800K even in that condition. It's not falling apart or anything, but built in 1964, last updates to anything were in the 80's. The windows are original, kitchen and bathrooms would need gutting. The yard is huge but needs a lot of trees taken down. Lots of big money items. Me and H talked at length and came to the conclussion that we just don't feel we have the patience and energy to live through an extensive renovation, so sadly we are not going to make an offer. Back to the drawing board, with our place hitting the market tomorrow.
I decided to plan a day out with son on his spring break seeing roadside attractions and cool or weird stuff. I have found many cool things that will need their own half day. For some we need to be escorted onto military bases! I hope it's good weather the days I'm off work. First stop is definitely going to be Lucy the Elephant!!
Post by icedcoffee on Mar 28, 2023 10:27:52 GMT -5
Like 5 months ago we told our 3 year old that the Captain of the cruise ship we're going on called and he said he can't go on the cruise if he keeps peeing and pooping his pants because it's not allowed. He continued having accidents until this week. We're going on over 7 days of no accidents. We leave this weekend. Little shit. LOL
I wrote a review about a weird experience I had at a local shop and they responded in an actually nice and thoughtful way. They apparently are going to make some changes for the better based on my review.
I was also quickly offered a refund from a shipping company that badly packed an item I won at auction.
Am I living in a parallel universe where good customer service exists and no one is defensive? I didn’t expect anything from the review but I expected some back and forth about the shipping/auction.
Regarding working out...I have to go in the AM or it just won't happen for me. I got to a class at 5:15am or 6am. Its rough if I get out of the habit but I'm definitely more a morning person and I just like to relax when I get home and I try to go to bed early. It definitely gives me more energy throughout my day if I do workout. This morning I went at 5:15 and then got my grocery shopping out of the way right after because I knew I wasn't going to want to go after work! Plus I love shopping when no one is in the store! lol
starburst604, I feel your pain. We bought a house in need of work, and 12 years in, lots remains to be done. I don't hate my house or anything, but I've always envied people who just bit the bullet and paid the extra for a house that didn't need work. (When we purchased, I couldn't stomach the prices of those options, but I do realize we'll be in for the same amount by the time we're finished!) I don't need the biggest or the finest of everything - not by a long shot - but I'd love to just live my life, enjoying my space instead of living through more construction or feeling like I'm only tolerating the parts that we have no motivation to tackle.
We did a bunch of big projects within the first couple years (e.g., two full bath renovations, furnace, roof, all windows, siding), but we never got around to finishing our basement playroom, my kitchen is functional but very dated, and I dream of my nonexistent mudroom. My H is content with things as they are, I want (but dread living through) renovations, and we just keep kicking the decision down the road since we agree it's painful to spend the $$$. Our taxes are sky-high, so I don't think we'll stay her too long after our girls finish up in the local school system, and I hope my retirement home can be one that's lovely as-is upon purchase!
Lately H and I have been really good about taking the dogs for a long walk at least once a day. My ankle is finally back to normal and the fresh air and sunshine lately have been really nice.
I am glad your ankle is already feeling better! H is still limping along on his and he is infuriating me because he will not call the doctor about it.
ssmjlm, maybe it is that once a week is not enough, but maybe it's because you just are not super jazzed about the class? I love working out, it is my favorite, but it is my favorite because I love bootcamp. It used to be running, and I looked forward to my afternoon run every day. Find something that you like and just make it part of your schedule
We went out of town this past weekend to visit a friend, it was the first time we stayed *with* him. It turns out he’s one of those people that will. Not. Stop. Talking.
Every single waking moment had to be filled with chatter. If I excused myself from the room and walked away he’d follow around the corner and keep chattering at me until I literally closed a door.
Omg. We were both so completely fried when we got home (we left earlier than originally planned on Sunday, ha) that we went to separate rooms to just be alone for a few hours in silence.
What's the going rate for a bat mitzvah gift if we don't know the celebrant well but the mom is one of my best friends from college? (The mom and I still hang out every couple months.) We're in a Boston suburb, and it sounds like a very fancy event, if that matters. It should be a multiple of 18, right? Should I plan to give what I'd give if she were getting married?
I was due for my annual GYN appointment but rushed it forward when I suddenly realised it had been a long time since I've had my period. My fitbit and phone both died so I lost my tracking info and cant remember when it was last exactly. I had a negative test but was still concerned. All is fine, my IUD is still happily in place so I didnt enjoy those few days of worrying!
So now I've been sent to do hormone tests to see how things are. Getting old is rough!
(((silva))) that's scary, I hope she's ok and I'm glad you're close by to be there. I definitely worry about this with my mom as she gets older (she's only 64 now, but in the future).
What's the going rate for a bat mitzvah gift if we don't know the celebrant well but the mom is one of my best friends from college? (The mom and I still hang out every couple months.) We're in a Boston suburb, and it sounds like a very fancy event, if that matters. It should be a multiple of 18, right? Should I plan to give what I'd give if she were getting married?
3 or 4 years ago, someone advised me to give like in the $500 range to the son of my best friend since first grade. I... do not even give that for weddings, so I went with $180.
I am just sick of this perimenopause shit. I try to track my periods, and this month seems to be just “spotting” and not a period. Or maybe a period is still coming? Fuck if I know. But I do not want to wear a pad every day to deal with the SURPRISE shit. And, I tried reusable stuff, and my second month (so after a sanitizing wash) I ended up with a UTI, and it was the first one I’d had in 20+ years. Like I didn’t even recognize it, until it ended up in my kidneys. Therefore, I associate that with the reusable pads and won’t try again. It’s like when you throw up the first time you eat/drink something and never can touch it again.
I hear you. I am on like day 11 of my period. It's basically just spotting at this point but will.not.end.
I had a synchronous session last night for my class I'm teaching, and it was kind of fun! I wish that becoming a college professor wasn't such an impossibly difficult thing to do - I think I would enjoy it and it would probably be a better fit for my work style than trying to force myself to sit quietly at a desk 8 hours a day like I do now. Alas, I think changing directions would be too complicated at this point so being an adjunct in my spare time will have to suffice.
I was actually supposed to go into the office today, but I have been trying to sell our old queen mattress on FB marketplace and had someone willing to pick it up this morning, so I stayed home to deal with that. She was super nice and looked like a TV version of a SAHM - super cute and casual stylish, I felt like a big scrub wearing my "WFH before showering" outfit, lol. Anyway, I got my $40 and I'm glad to free up the space - it's just been sitting in our spare room for a few weeks. IDK why I'm like this and procrastinate on doing simple stuff like that - I should have listed it immediately!