Monday Check In

MrsL2B

How are you doing today? Do you have anything to brag or complain about?

Are you the type who returns from vacations refreshed and ready to tackle your day-to-day responsibilities or the type who dreads having to get back to the grind?

archi35

I'm still a cranky B like last week, still ready to stab a bitch if they look at me sideways, still rockin' the shingles, etc.

I'm a bit of both.  While I dread coming back from vaca I am more refreshed and ready to go - unless I went back to the States in which case I jet-lag for about 48 hours.

tucker1384

DD felt the need to wake up early and I was up and down all night. All in all, tired. DH is gone all week for work again. Yuck. Wishing I would have scheduled PTO one day a week the entire month of September, so I only had to work 2 days instead of 3 a week. 

I hate going back to work. I love vacations!  

yella726

How are you doing today? Do you have anything to brag or complain about?
Moved to the guest bedroom after about an hour of shutting off the lights last night. After the previous night's vanilla milkshake no-sleep adventure, I was desperate to get some sleep. At least in the guest bedroom I can toss and turn like crazy without worrying about bothering and keeping DH awake. I don't know how or when I fell asleep, but I did and feel a lot better today!

Are you the type who returns from vacations refreshed and ready to tackle your day-to-day responsibilities or the type who dreads having to get back to the grind?
Oh, definitely a bit of both. But DH and I are also the type of people that have trouble fully relaxing on vacation. We have to remind ourselves to take it easy and just, well, relax!

mickeydoo

How are you doing today? Do you have anything to brag or complain about?

I'm tired and hungry but no real appetite for much if anything. Same thing happened in the 1st tri.

Are you the type who returns from vacations refreshed and ready to tackle your day-to-day responsibilities or the type who dreads having to get back to the grind?

I've been on vacation the last two weeks and it's back to work for me today. So don't want to go back but usually don't even after weekend. I feel under appreciated at work and I'm hoping these past two weeks they see all that I do in the department.

MrsL2B

Even though I had a solid seven hours of sleep last night, I am still exhausted this morning. Otherwise, I guess I feel okay.

I can't stand having to go back to work after a weekend, and longer vacation seem to make returning to the grind even worse. I think I somehow missed my true calling to be a spoiled rich bitch.

andrieya

Feeling so exhausted the past week no matter how many naps I get. It can't possibly be like this for the last 7 weeks, can it?????

As for vacations, it's always hard to come back to work because I work in Times Square---talk about daily grind, ugh. The hardest though was after a week in Montana. They don't call it big sky for nothin! And to be in such a condensed place with such tall buildings was tough to walk through the first couple days back.

MrsSarahRenee

Today: I have an appt this morning that I am super nervous about for no apparent reason. 30 weeks! Time is flying by!
I got a bunch of baby stuff done this weekend but my house is a disaster. I need to clean today but I kind of like my bed...

Vacations: I am usually ready to be back and have some structure. Plus I miss my dog and my own bed etc. usually we come back to a clean(ish) house so that is always welcome.

suprsuz

How are you doing today? Do you have anything to brag or complain about?

I'm sleepy.  still.  I slept great last night, but it is never enough....  But I'm feeling fabulous.  Yesterday I got to see my little Nemo girl! 

Are you the type who returns from vacations refreshed and ready to tackle your day-to-day responsibilities or the type who dreads having to get back to the grind?  I am always ready to come home from vacation.  I love home!  but I usually take a day off (sometimes 2) to get rested because I usually need a vacation from my vacation!  Then back to work!

suprsuz

ta da!!!!  Yes 3d/4d is kinda creepy, but she's still really really cute!

atraveller

How are you doing today? Do you have anything to brag or complain about?

Mostly just tired and achy. Got a lot done yesterday but was on my feet way too much and paying for it now. Gonna force myself out for a jog/walk here shortly but know its going to be painful not the endorphin rush it once was.

Got my 32 week appt today and a lot happens at this one - I get my pertussis shot, and also meet with the nurse to go through hospital registration, discuss labor, delivery, pediatrician, etc....

Are you the type who returns from vacations refreshed and ready to tackle your day-to-day responsibilities or the type who dreads having to get back to the grind?

Both - I love vacation and hate when its over and usually takes me a few days to get back into the swing of things at work, but I'm alwyas happy to be home from vacation and in my own bed, etc...

bumpuser10309732

How are you doing today? Do you have anything to brag or complain about?

I'm feeling ok. My niece decided she wants to come today so I'm super excited I wish I could take a day off to go see her and cuddle! I've got a doctor's appointment today. I have also had my appetite go back down, which I needed I was hungry all the DAMN TIME!

Are you the type who returns from vacations refreshed and ready to tackle your day-to-day responsibilities or the type who dreads having to get back to the grind?

I love home but I never want to come back to work. Lol I've also missed my calling as a rich bitch @MrsL2B We should just go ahead and do that. Maybe start our own reality show

Firemanswife11

How are you doing today? Do you have anything to brag or complain about?
I'm f-king miserable and moody, thankyouverymuch. Side-eyeing everyone and feeling like I could cut someone for asking how I feel. This morning was a real trip getting ready for work. I'm OVER IT. 

Are you the type who returns from vacations refreshed and ready to tackle your day-to-day responsibilities or the type who dreads having to get back to the grind?

We're headed out for a babymoon this weekend and I am dreading coming back to work. Lol. 

NavyFlyer

How are you doing today?

Ok. Back is hurting a lot lately. Every day when I get to work I have to change into my uniform (combat boots included) and I hhhaatteeee it so much I keep putting it off longer and longer. I've been at work for almost 2 hours and I still haven't changed. Which means I haven't pee'd either cuz I can't really leave my office until I have my uniform on. I just hate tying those boots :0( Somebody come tie them for me!!!

kbsatre

How are you doing today? Do you have anything to brag or complain about?

Today is another tired day. Seems to be reoccurring. My only complaint is about my most recent shower. My expectations were correct and all I received were clothes and blankets. nothing actually "useful" or off my registry. But, that's all I'll say about it. I am appreciative of those who came to the party and the games made for a good time! 

Are you the type who returns from vacations refreshed and ready to tackle your day-to-day responsibilities or the type who dreads having to get back to the grind?

I dread having to go back to work, usually. But I always try to add in an extra day of relaxing at home after vacation and before work again - and that really helps me be ready to tackle the week.

Jennifer18131

Sitting on the table at my doctor's office waiting for her. Tired, grumpy, uncomfortable. About the norm.

I hate going back to work after vacation. It's such a get away and work is such a drain.

DreadGamerWife

How are you doing today? Do you have anything to brag or complain about?

Doing pretty well despite being Monday and having to drive into the city today (I live and normally work in the suburbs so driving into the city is a massive hassle).  At least it is the summer, so traffic is lighter than normal.  

Are you the type who returns from vacations refreshed and ready to tackle your day-to-day responsibilities or the type who dreads having to get back to the grind?

I normally return from vacation refreshed but not at all ready to tackle work.  I dread the massive pile of e-mail that is awaiting me when I am gone for even just one day.  

haboobjob

I never usually complain but I'm going to today... 

I'm at the doctor right now doing my 3-hr glucose test today and my boss called freaking out because she didn't know where I was... even though we had a long discussion about it last week and it was on her calendar. All I want to do is drink a bunch of water right now. I've been poked 3 times... waiting for the last one so I can get out of here and rush to work. Blood work is so exhausting. I was only also able to get 4 1/2 hours of sleep last night because DH isn't home and I needed to keep myself occupied by organizing. 

Good news: the baby's closet and our "junk" closet is now organized. 

I love getting back to work after a vacation. I always feel full of new ideas and a fresh approach to daily activities. 

MsMacual

How are you doing today? Do you have anything to brag or complain about?
I'm doing great- generally feeling good and ready to tackle a new week.  I also found out this morning that our hospital has reinstated water births as of 8/21 so I chatted with one of my MWs about our plan for one during my appointment this morning.  It was super weird to discuss the logistics of when to head to the hospital so I can get into the tub. 

Are you the type who returns from vacations refreshed and ready to tackle your day-to-day responsibilities or the type who dreads having to get back to the grind?
I used to come back refreshed and ready to get back to work.  Post kids, I now dread vacations bc they usually are more work and not relaxing unless we go away without our son.