Have a Spamtastic Monday!

lancomechica

@WanderingA‌ yeah!!

@Silv3rlining‌ wow I'm glad he is ok. >:D<

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econmama said:

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This is a painfully boring question about car seat installation. 

We don't have a car, so we only use our seat when we rent one for a road trip. It's a convertible seat - I think Graco 65 something or other. Anyway, we do the tether anchor thing and rear-face. We tighten as much as possible. If I smack the back of the seat, it tips way up. That doesn't seem right - is it? 

Yes. That's how they respond in a crash. Also, check your manual, but our Graco MySize70 is not tethered in RF.

Ours has two sets of tethers - one for RF and one for FF. I watched a video called "Graco My Ride 65 Convertible Car Seat Installation Rear-Facing Using a LATCH" which was posted by "gracobaby" so I assume I'm doing it right. I hope so. Is yours seat belt only or how does it work? I had no idea it was supposed to tip up in a crash - it should say that somewhere. 

Oohhhhh. I think you mean LATCH, not tethered. Tether is the strap at the top of the car seat. LATCH is a replacement for sear belt installation. We use LATCH instead of seatbelt.

Ohhh okay. I didn't know those were different things. I thought the T in LATCH was for tether, so I assumed those things were also called tethers. 

 You know what I miss? Using our EU approved car seat. So much easier. 

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econmama said:

@picklex You want less than 1" of movement at the belt path, btw. Movement is not measured from the top of the seat.

Holy shizz this knowledge would have saved us 30 minutes of sweating and yelling last time. Thanks!

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..and now a question about boobs. We finished bf-ing a week or so ago and I think my milk is gone. Is it fine to get sized for new bras now or do any more changes happen? 

gutsymama

I may be largely MIA today and have only just skimmed this, so sorry if I miss anybody - but right now Luke is napping. In his crib. I AM ALL THAT IS MOM ::insert Super Troopers syrup chugging gif here:: 

@silv3rlining so scary! I'm glad he is ok >:D<

@WanderingA Congrats! <:-P

@theuntaggablek YGPM.

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econmama said:

@picklex Well now you know! Also, keep in mind you will use the tether in FF. Also, once Pickle hits 45lbs or so, you'll need to switch to seat belt instead of LATCH.

Thanks! So much to know. 

If car seat consultant isn't a job, it could be. 

sparkymcgeee

PickleX said:

econmama said:

@picklex Well now you know! Also, keep in mind you will use the tether in FF. Also, once Pickle hits 45lbs or so, you'll need to switch to seat belt instead of LATCH.

Thanks! So much to know. 

If car seat consultant isn't a job, it could be. 

I'm pretty sure it is. I would do that job.  

bayside14

@simone711‌ I have an 11 yr old step daughter - I've known for a while that Ariana Grande is a big deal


I'm bummed guys. I was gonna go intro on my new BMB and there was a thread on breastfeeding. And one of the regular posters posted something along the lines of yes it's hard but by 3 months "you'll feel sorry for women who have to make formula." And it left such a sour taste in my mouth, I don't think I can join a board w a regular like that.

sparkymcgeee

bayside14 said:

@simone711‌ I have an 11 yr old step daughter - I've known for a while that Ariana Grande is a big deal I'm bummed guys. I was gonna go intro on my BMB and there was a thread on breastfeeding. And one of the regular posters posted something along the lines of yes it's hard but by 3 months "you'll feel sorry for women who have to make formula." And it left such a sour taste in my mouth, I don't think I can join a board w a regular like that.

Where is this ridiculous statement?

bayside14

@sparkymcgeee‌ YGPM

grapeskittles4lyfe

How is this 6 pages long at lunch?

I'm going to need to get a J13 notepad!

Hugs and (more?) coffee for everyone who needs it!

Sent BF the financial planning spreadsheet I cobbled together last night that's supposed to lay out our spending path for the next two years.

Things are looking veeeerrrry nice. I guess if that's the tradeoff, I just might tolerate another two years in a 1BR.

 

 

...or not

saphires

sparkymcgeee said:

bayside14 said:

@simone711‌ I have an 11 yr old step daughter - I've known for a while that Ariana Grande is a big deal


I'm bummed guys. I was gonna go intro on my BMB and there was a thread on breastfeeding. And one of the regular posters posted something along the lines of yes it's hard but by 3 months "you'll feel sorry for women who have to make formula." And it left such a sour taste in my mouth, I don't think I can join a board w a regular like that.

Where is this ridiculous statement?

I just so happened to see that too because I was being a lurker. Put a bad taste in my mouth too. Ick..

bayside14

@amparo1981‌ I know how you feel!!! We have a 2bd but LO and my stepdaughter are both in there and now we have another one coming so we NEED a bigger house. But then I look at our budget and I love it as is without a higher housing payment.... Grr.

littlelegslo

It's only 8:11am here so really quick before I recap ~O) and >:D< For those who need them. Today is day 1 of this semester. DH is going to be doing all pick up and bed time from Monday- Thursday. I'm trying to think of something nice to do for him in return. Any ideas? (No BJs, I'm not that thoughtful)

littlelegslo

@Silv3rlining‌ so glad he's okay!

@WanderingA how exciting! <:-P

@sparkymcgeee‌ I'm glad you said something to her. How lame

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My nose is like a leaky faucet, ugh.

We're going to the fair tonight. Can't wait to NOT make dinner I guess I'll have to feed H before we go, though. I mean, a funnel cake, greasy cheeseburgers and ice cream aren't very healthy choices for a 1 year old.

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My child has been asleep for 3 hours. Whoa.

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merc5411

@kitten80 Sorry about the long night.  Hope your day improves!

@Muirmaid Good luck today!

@lwrightenator Sorry about the insomnia.  And the zombies.  Zombies suck!  And butterflies are a little scary, I think.  Those long antenna (is that plural?)  Hugs!

@lancomechica Safe travels!!   I hope the days fly by!

@lizabethann06 Poor Brynne.  Nightmares are the worst.  At least you could console her.  Poor poor baby and mama!  Hugs!

@econmama I hope this new schedule works out.  It sounds like a good plan for all of you!

@maryannespier Oh No!  That’s a game changer!

@missymr Yay for sleep!!

@Butternut87 I hope this week goes slow for you.  Enjoy it!!

@NewbieMomie I’m sorry you’re worrying.  I’m sure she’ll be fine, but I can understand the fear.  Enjoy your 3 days!!

@Pink724 Congratulations on the new place!  And all the sleep!!  

@joyfultrex I have no idea how to lock our oven either.  It’s amazing how fast these Los move.  Squirrelly kids!!

@LauraB1016 Yuck!  Hope they can repair the tire and you don’t need a new one!

@fabk Yay for feeling great!!!

@ramy3695 12 hours!!!  That’s awesome!!

@jennipalmer You’re such a good mom!  I know she’s appreciated it!

@valstulas Hugs!

@LauraC122 I completely understand.  I never wish for Fall but I’m so over this hot sticky weather!

@etoille I hope the next few weeks fly by for you.

@HannahAlex Poor Zane!  I hope you both are having a better day!

@mermomo5 Hugs!

@somerandomchick Hope jury duty is interesting.  And Congratulations!  I think I missed that announcement.  I’m so happy for you!!

@juliedave151 Sorry for the bad night.  Hope you get some sleep tonight!

@sparkymcgeee I want to punch him in the face.  So hard.  Many many times.

@WanderingA Congratulations!!!!  That’s wonderful!

@Silv3rlining I am so glad your dh is safe.  That is so so scary!  

@atlvol I hope your trip goes well!

@blairwitch Did you get through to the nurse line?  

If I missed anyone I am so sorry!  6 pages is hard!  Hugs and coffee to everyone!

merc5411

Yesterday I woke up with the worst sore throat and congestion.  I slept until 3pm yesterday.  Thankfully, dh is home and stepped up.  He took care of A and me.   I thanked him for taking care of lo so I could rest, and he said it was good for him to do it once in a while.  It reminds him how hard I work every day.  It was nice to hear.

Huge massive hugs to @J134EVA.  She's having a really difficult day and can use all of our love!

ashie624

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@sparkymcgeee‌ Good for you for saying something! A friend (R)just had a miscarriage about a week and a half ago. A "friend" of hers from her moms groups is pregnant and had found out the same time. Apparently while talking to R about her pregnancy and the upcoming appointment she said "I hope there is a heartbeat" I was in shock. Why would you say that to someone you knew just had a miscarriage.

@Silv3rlining‌ Oh wow! How scary! Im glad your DH is okay!

ilovemyducks21

Our Costco has Batman rain boots and rain coats. DH could not pass them by without getting one of each for Keenan. Boys.

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Ugh. SO's grandmother stopped by and nap time abruptly ended [-X

kaylakim

I'm getting caught up with this thread while my dc kiddos are napping and I'm working on putting together the 20some puzzles they dumped out during free play. Ugh!

ilovemyducks21

Cfreymc said:

@cfreymc You're now closer to me than the Seattle bumpies I'm sure you totally feel like visiting Salem

I'd totally love to hang with you! Unfortunately sneaking away from the family for a day is not really an option.

Back off @Audrey1787, she's closer to PDX! . @cfreymc, I hope you have a wonderful time! Cannon Beach is fun, and the weather (here at least) is supposed to be gorgeous.

NewbieMomie

@EagleWife‌ and @merc5411‌ thanks for all the support. You ladies rock (and certainly know how to use a notepad!)

@mermomo5‌ hugs to you. Watching that news story is sad enough but knowing the potential emotions...I'm so sorry. >:D< High five to your hubby for being retrained!!

@Silv3rlining‌ thank goodness DH is safe!! How scary!!

ashie624

I just had to jump start a guys car. Ha. He came in and asked another guy who was here with his dog. The guy was like "Oh its my moms car.....she doesnt have cables." The guy was like "Oh I have cables." The other guy didnt say anything..just ignored him. Wow what a nice guy. 8-| He was parked right next to the guys truck. All he would of had to do was pop his hood.

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@ashie624‌ good deed done for the week

@somerandomchick‌ gag and lol.

KateJuly2013

lizabethann06 said:

@LauraC122 this weather sucks. Bring on the snowwwwwww!

That's a little agressive Liz. Im okay with a pumpkin spice latte and a sweater. But snow?!?!?!

Clyde013

Lecture #2 was terrible. I went way too fast and am disappointed in my presentation of material to the class. I know it's this stupid virus LO gave me but I hate not performing well. :-q 1 more to go

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I seriously need to quit slacking. I've been drinking too much, eating to much junk and not hitting the gym enough. I feel yucky. Tomorrow is going to be a good day and I'm going to the gym first thing every morning this week.

I felt like I needed to write that out in order to hold myself accountable!

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haddocky said:

I seriously need to quit slacking. I've been drinking too much, eating to much junk and not hitting the gym enough. I feel yucky. Tomorrow is going to be a good day and I'm going to the gym first thing every morning this week.

I felt like I needed to write that out in order to hold myself accountable!

A quick glance and I thought this said "first time this week" and I was all :-? "Isnt it only monday?" lol

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But first I shall go to the fair tonight and pig out =P~

KateJuly2013

Hot dog @WanderingA‌!

KateJuly2013

@Silv3rlining‌ WTF! That is terrible So glad he's ok!

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missymr said:

@haddocky

Did I miss the results of the egg judging?

I have no idea, I suppose I'll find out this eve when we get there and see them. I bet we didn't win

KateJuly2013

@bayside14‌ I say you get on that new BMB and tell that regular what's what. No one likes a breast feeding bully. Even most breastfeeding mamas.

bayside14

KateJuly2013 said:

@bayside14‌ I say you get on that new BMB and tell that regular what's what. No one likes a breast feeding bully. Even most breastfeeding mamas.

@Audrey1787‌ and @somerandomchick‌ had better words for her than me ;-)

KateJuly2013

Hahaha! Awesome! This board is awesome!

bayside14 said:

KateJuly2013 said:

@bayside14‌ I say you get on that new BMB and tell that regular what's what. No one likes a breast feeding bully. Even most breastfeeding mamas.

@Audrey1787‌ and @somerandomchick‌ had better words for her than me ;-)