Totally just had to go to the bathroom and cry at work. My MIL works at the school with me, and her class is headed out on a half-day field trip. She just stopped by my classroom to tell me she has her phone with her in case I need her or anything happens with LO. I know she has been excited about a new grand-baby (this will be her 7th), but there's a difference in the way she interacts with me vs her other DIL and daughter. Not nasty or negative, but it's also that way with DH...he's the black sheep. It totally caught me off guard today and makes me feel like she is really invested/concerned with LO.
I'm with you on the crying in the bathroom. I'm glad yours was for a happy reason though. Maybe your MIL just doesn't know how to interact with you because of the relationship she has with your H? Sometimes familial relationships just click and sometimes you are just a bunch of people who are related and love each other. I'm not really close with any of my living family members, so I can understand how that kind of feels. My paternal grandmother was the one I really clicked with, but she's now been gone for over three years.
Maybe LO will help change your little family's relationship with your MIL for the better
@sprocketsngadgets Mmmmm I love me some Japanese, but there are two dishes at Cheesecake that I could TOTALLY go for that you should go to get so I can live vicariously One meal that comes with sweet corn cakes (I don't know what meal, the corn cakes is what I want from it lol) and a sandwich wrap thing on Navajo fry bread, yuuuuuum!
Also, isn't @TKaiser91 getting induced today?? More babies!!!!
@sprocketsngadgets Mmmmm I love me some Japanese, but there are two dishes at Cheesecake that I could TOTALLY go for that you should go to get so I can live vicariously One meal that comes with sweet corn cakes (I don't know what meal, the corn cakes is what I want from it lol) and a sandwich wrap thing on Navajo fry bread, yuuuuuum!
Also, isn't @TKaiser91 getting induced today?? More babies!!!!
I thought her induction got cancelled or pushed back, but maybe I'm mis-remembering?
Now I'm craving the chipotle chicken pasta from Cheesecake...thanks a lot, guys!
I wish we had a Cheesecake Factory within 50 miles of here! Ugh! Bang bang chicken and shrimp is heaven on a plate. And four cheese pasta. And their salads. And pretty much everything. And there's always leftovers too!
Today it feels like baby girl is clawing at my insides. I don't really understand how the water breaking process works but I keep imagining her claws puncturing the amniotic sac today. It's not a nice feels.
@sprocketsngadgets Mmmmm I love me some Japanese, but there are two dishes at Cheesecake that I could TOTALLY go for that you should go to get so I can live vicariously One meal that comes with sweet corn cakes (I don't know what meal, the corn cakes is what I want from it lol) and a sandwich wrap thing on Navajo fry bread, yuuuuuum!
Also, isn't @TKaiser91 getting induced today?? More babies!!!!
I thought her induction got cancelled or pushed back, but maybe I'm mis-remembering?
Now I'm craving the chipotle chicken pasta from Cheesecake...thanks a lot, guys!
Agreed. I could have sworn it got cancelled, since she was saying she was pissed, but not too pissed, because she didn't have to show up at 4 AM just to be told to go home.
DH just got sent home from work because he's sick. I have a feeling a trip to the doctor is in my near future... For him.
I'm also overwhelmingly pissed off and hurt because DH forgot what day it is today... I know I shouldn't be, since our loss three years ago didn't effect him like it effected me.
Hm I must have missed that from @TKaiser91 then if it did get cancelled. If it was on this thread I may have missed it. Soon enough for all of us at least!
Anyone know if there is a time frame for the tdap to take effect? We asked our parents to get it before baby arrives and the pharmacist mentioned something to my mom about full immunity to take about a week.
@imrachellea yeah my induction got canelled. Long story short, the doctor who scheduled it said my protein was to high. Doctor on wednesday said that wasnt the case and everything else was fine so no need to induce. I'm now waiting until wednesay for my next appt to see if things change or not.
Side note: at my NST yesterday my bp was a little high and i was telling the nurse about how I've been losing my mucus plug, contractions, etc. She seemed to think it wouldn't be long and I'm kinda hoping she's right lol
Anyone know if there is a time frame for the tdap to take effect? We asked our parents to get it before baby arrives and the pharmacist mentioned something to my mom about full immunity to take about a week.
I have read it's recommended to get it 2 weeks before being around the baby.
SHIT! I keep forgetting to get the TDAP. I better do that before next Wednesday. Doc said I have to have it done before 36 weeks. Evidently my Doc doesn't give it in office anymore, so I have to go to a pharmacy....and BCBS doesn't cover it, so I have to pay $85 out of pocket for it. UGH
SHIT! I keep forgetting to get the TDAP. I better do that before next Wednesday. Doc said I have to have it done before 36 weeks. Evidently my Doc doesn't give it in office anymore, so I have to go to a pharmacy....and BCBS doesn't cover it, so I have to pay $85 out of pocket for it. UGH
Mine doesn't offer it either but my OB said they'd administer it to me in the hospital after delivery. She did say I could go and get it from the pharmacy or my PCP. If you go through your PCP, would you have to pay that amount?
SO is getting his this weekend. I think he has BCBS and he's going to Walgreens. Rite-aid requires a prescription.
Is anyone on here Mormon or know enough about Mormons to be able to answer a random question of mine?
My friend is getting married tomorrow and I'm only invited to her reception. I don't want to be awkward and ask her WHY. It may just be that they want to have a very small and intimate wedding but a big and exciting reception. Is it maybe because I'm not Mormon? I feel like I've read somewhere that specific faiths will not allow people into their place of worship if they do not practice that specific faith or have performed a specific rite of passage.
Is anyone on here Mormon or know enough about Mormons to be able to answer a random question of mine?
My friend is getting married tomorrow and I'm only invited to her reception. I don't want to be awkward and ask her WHY. It may just be that they want to have a very small and intimate wedding but a big and exciting reception. Is it maybe because I'm not Mormon? I feel like I've read somewhere that specific faiths will not allow people into their place of worship if they do not practice that specific faith or have performed a specific rite of passage.
My cousin married into the Mormon faith like 10 years ago....she converted and he was a very very strict Mormon, so non-Mormons were not allowed at the ceremony at all.
Is anyone on here Mormon or know enough about Mormons to be able to answer a random question of mine?
My friend is getting married tomorrow and I'm only invited to her reception. I don't want to be awkward and ask her WHY. It may just be that they want to have a very small and intimate wedding but a big and exciting reception. Is it maybe because I'm not Mormon? I feel like I've read somewhere that specific faiths will not allow people into their place of worship if they do not practice that specific faith or have performed a specific rite of passage.
To preface, I'm not Mormon, so if someone has better information, please tell me if I'm wrong. My understanding is that any ceremonies that happen in a Temple are restricted to only active participating Mormons and that it's a different ceremony ("sealing" vs a civil wedding) if it's done anywhere but the Temple.
ETA - I think I remember @mojomama6 and @jordanbara talking about being LDS on the holiday cooking threads. Is that right and if so can either of you confirm?
Is anyone on here Mormon or know enough about Mormons to be able to answer a random question of mine?
My friend is getting married tomorrow and I'm only invited to her reception. I don't want to be awkward and ask her WHY. It may just be that they want to have a very small and intimate wedding but a big and exciting reception. Is it maybe because I'm not Mormon? I feel like I've read somewhere that specific faiths will not allow people into their place of worship if they do not practice that specific faith or have performed a specific rite of passage.
My cousin married into the Mormon faith like 10 years ago....she converted and he was a very very strict Mormon, so non-Mormons were not allowed at the ceremony at all.
That I know of non-Mormons are not allowed in temples. My friends use to invite me to different events at their usual place of worship (dances, blessings,etc) but could not attend their weddings at the temple since I wasn't Mormon. Not sure if they are strict on guests following their dress code but I did since they had previously asked for that sort of respect.
He has claimed this as his 'big bad gaming chair' now. I told him that he hated strollers as a babe and if he thinks I'm going to start pushing him around in this (even though he's well below the weight limit) he's got another thing coming.
That being said, wow is it easy to maneuver even with 50#s of 5yo inside.
Is anyone on here Mormon or know enough about Mormons to be able to answer a random question of mine?
My friend is getting married tomorrow and I'm only invited to her reception. I don't want to be awkward and ask her WHY. It may just be that they want to have a very small and intimate wedding but a big and exciting reception. Is it maybe because I'm not Mormon? I feel like I've read somewhere that specific faiths will not allow people into their place of worship if they do not practice that specific faith or have performed a specific rite of passage.
To preface, I'm not Mormon, so if someone has better information, please tell me if I'm wrong. My understanding is that any ceremonies that happen in a Temple are restricted to only active participating Mormons and that it's a different ceremony ("sealing" vs a civil wedding) if it's done anywhere but the Temple.
ETA - I think I remember @mojomama6 and @jordanbara talking about being LDS on the holiday cooking threads. Is that right and if so can either of you confirm?
I'm Mormon and you're totally right @mrstraxTemple sealings are very sacred so only active members (that hold a temple recommend) are able to enter. My husband and I got married in the Orlando Temple and my best friend wasn't able to attend because she was not a member of the church. It can be hard for those not of the Mormon faith to understand but it's the only way to keep temples sacred. Anyone and everyone is welcome to attend any other church held meeting but unfortunately temples can be a touchy subject Sometimes even parents can't attend the sealing if they aren't living the standards of the church, which is a really hard situation
Is anyone on here Mormon or know enough about Mormons to be able to answer a random question of mine?
My friend is getting married tomorrow and I'm only invited to her reception. I don't want to be awkward and ask her WHY. It may just be that they want to have a very small and intimate wedding but a big and exciting reception. Is it maybe because I'm not Mormon? I feel like I've read somewhere that specific faiths will not allow people into their place of worship if they do not practice that specific faith or have performed a specific rite of passage.
To preface, I'm not Mormon, so if someone has better information, please tell me if I'm wrong. My understanding is that any ceremonies that happen in a Temple are restricted to only active participating Mormons and that it's a different ceremony ("sealing" vs a civil wedding) if it's done anywhere but the Temple.
ETA - I think I remember @mojomama6 and @jordanbara talking about being LDS on the holiday cooking threads. Is that right and if so can either of you confirm?
I'm Mormon and you're totally right @mrstraxTemple sealings are very sacred so only active members (that hold a temple recommend) are able to enter. My husband and I got married in the Orlando Temple and my best friend wasn't able to attend because she was not a member of the church. It can be hard for those not of the Mormon faith to understand but it's the only way to keep temples sacred. Anyone and everyone is welcome to attend any other church held meeting but unfortunately temples can be a touchy subject Sometimes even parents can't attend the sealing if they aren't living the standards of the church, which is a really hard situation
Hope that helps!
I knew different faiths have different rules, so I kept thinking that was probably why I only got a reception invitation.
Someone said something about a dress code. Is there something I should/shouldn't be wearing to the reception?!
Is anyone on here Mormon or know enough about Mormons to be able to answer a random question of mine?
My friend is getting married tomorrow and I'm only invited to her reception. I don't want to be awkward and ask her WHY. It may just be that they want to have a very small and intimate wedding but a big and exciting reception. Is it maybe because I'm not Mormon? I feel like I've read somewhere that specific faiths will not allow people into their place of worship if they do not practice that specific faith or have performed a specific rite of passage.
To preface, I'm not Mormon, so if someone has better information, please tell me if I'm wrong. My understanding is that any ceremonies that happen in a Temple are restricted to only active participating Mormons and that it's a different ceremony ("sealing" vs a civil wedding) if it's done anywhere but the Temple.
ETA - I think I remember @mojomama6 and @jordanbara talking about being LDS on the holiday cooking threads. Is that right and if so can either of you confirm?
I'm Mormon and you're totally right @mrstraxTemple sealings are very sacred so only active members (that hold a temple recommend) are able to enter. My husband and I got married in the Orlando Temple and my best friend wasn't able to attend because she was not a member of the church. It can be hard for those not of the Mormon faith to understand but it's the only way to keep temples sacred. Anyone and everyone is welcome to attend any other church held meeting but unfortunately temples can be a touchy subject Sometimes even parents can't attend the sealing if they aren't living the standards of the church, which is a really hard situation
Hope that helps!
I knew different faiths have different rules, so I kept thinking that was probably why I only got a reception invitation.
Someone said something about a dress code. Is there something I should/shouldn't be wearing to the reception?!
Honestly I wouldn't stress about it! The modesty thing isn't as big of a deal as you would think haha. I've been to a lot of lds receptions and whether someone's dress is modest doesn't matter. Just wear what you have!
Is anyone on here Mormon or know enough about Mormons to be able to answer a random question of mine?
My friend is getting married tomorrow and I'm only invited to her reception. I don't want to be awkward and ask her WHY. It may just be that they want to have a very small and intimate wedding but a big and exciting reception. Is it maybe because I'm not Mormon? I feel like I've read somewhere that specific faiths will not allow people into their place of worship if they do not practice that specific faith or have performed a specific rite of passage.
To preface, I'm not Mormon, so if someone has better information, please tell me if I'm wrong. My understanding is that any ceremonies that happen in a Temple are restricted to only active participating Mormons and that it's a different ceremony ("sealing" vs a civil wedding) if it's done anywhere but the Temple.
ETA - I think I remember @mojomama6 and @jordanbara talking about being LDS on the holiday cooking threads. Is that right and if so can either of you confirm?
I'm Mormon and you're totally right @mrstraxTemple sealings are very sacred so only active members (that hold a temple recommend) are able to enter. My husband and I got married in the Orlando Temple and my best friend wasn't able to attend because she was not a member of the church. It can be hard for those not of the Mormon faith to understand but it's the only way to keep temples sacred. Anyone and everyone is welcome to attend any other church held meeting but unfortunately temples can be a touchy subject Sometimes even parents can't attend the sealing if they aren't living the standards of the church, which is a really hard situation
Hope that helps!
I knew different faiths have different rules, so I kept thinking that was probably why I only got a reception invitation.
Someone said something about a dress code. Is there something I should/shouldn't be wearing to the reception?!
I'm not Mormon, but since I live in Utah, I'm pretty familiar with the lifestyle and religion. If I was attending a wedding of a Mormon friend I would dress conservatively. Modest dress is important to most people of the LDS religion I've met. So no cleavage, soemthing with some kind of sleeve and at least knee length is what I would go for. If you wore something showing more skin you may very well stand out.
Husband's Coachella wristband finally came today. It's so pretty! And so sad, because we're totally shipping it right on back to California. Despite the fact that his favorite band is both reuniting and headlining there, he apparently thinks that flying across the country for 24 hours for a concert just a week before I'm due is actually NOT a good idea.
Which probably means I'm not going to go into labor until well after my due date. Murphy's Law and all that.
Husband's Coachella wristband finally came today. It's so pretty! And so sad, because we're totally shipping it right on back to California. Despite the fact that his favorite band is both reuniting and headlining there, he apparently thinks that flying across the country for 24 hours for a concert just a week before I'm due is actually NOT a good idea.
Which probably means I'm not going to go into labor until well after my due date. Murphy's Law and all that.
Isn't it LCD Soundsystem or something? They're playing Lollapalooza in Chicago in July. (Sunday headliner, I believe).
Husband's Coachella wristband finally came today. It's so pretty! And so sad, because we're totally shipping it right on back to California. Despite the fact that his favorite band is both reuniting and headlining there, he apparently thinks that flying across the country for 24 hours for a concert just a week before I'm due is actually NOT a good idea.
Which probably means I'm not going to go into labor until well after my due date. Murphy's Law and all that.
After all the to-do about it?!
They ARE going to tour further though, anyway. Bonnaroo in June if nothing else!
Yup! He changed his mind completely within a few hours of buying the tickets, the goofball.
They're actually headlining at Lolla this year, too, which would be SUPER convenient (don't even have to leave the city)! I offered to be online right as tickets went on sale to get him a one day pass.... he refused. Apparently, he is "too old" for Lollapalooza, and too old for Riot Fest. But Coachella would have been right up his alley. Makes total sense, huh?
Is anyone on here Mormon or know enough about Mormons to be able to answer a random question of mine?
My friend is getting married tomorrow and I'm only invited to her reception. I don't want to be awkward and ask her WHY. It may just be that they want to have a very small and intimate wedding but a big and exciting reception. Is it maybe because I'm not Mormon? I feel like I've read somewhere that specific faiths will not allow people into their place of worship if they do not practice that specific faith or have performed a specific rite of passage.
To preface, I'm not Mormon, so if someone has better information, please tell me if I'm wrong. My understanding is that any ceremonies that happen in a Temple are restricted to only active participating Mormons and that it's a different ceremony ("sealing" vs a civil wedding) if it's done anywhere but the Temple.
ETA - I think I remember @mojomama6 and @jordanbara talking about being LDS on the holiday cooking threads. Is that right and if so can either of you confirm?
I'm Mormon and you're totally right @mrstraxTemple sealings are very sacred so only active members (that hold a temple recommend) are able to enter. My husband and I got married in the Orlando Temple and my best friend wasn't able to attend because she was not a member of the church. It can be hard for those not of the Mormon faith to understand but it's the only way to keep temples sacred. Anyone and everyone is welcome to attend any other church held meeting but unfortunately temples can be a touchy subject Sometimes even parents can't attend the sealing if they aren't living the standards of the church, which is a really hard situation
Hope that helps!
I knew different faiths have different rules, so I kept thinking that was probably why I only got a reception invitation.
Someone said something about a dress code. Is there something I should/shouldn't be wearing to the reception?!
I'm not Mormon, but since I live in Utah, I'm pretty familiar with the lifestyle and religion. If I was attending a wedding of a Mormon friend I would dress conservatively. Modest dress is important to most people of the LDS religion I've met. So no cleavage, soemthing with some kind of sleeve and at least knee length is what I would go for. If you wore something showing more skin you may very well stand out.
I'm going with what I wore for maternity photos. It's floor length, no cleavage, and has 3/4 length sleeves--very modest. It buttons up the front, so I'll be holding a few areas firmly closed with fashion tape, because otherwise there would be bra showing each time I moved.
Husband's Coachella wristband finally came today. It's so pretty! And so sad, because we're totally shipping it right on back to California. Despite the fact that his favorite band is both reuniting and headlining there, he apparently thinks that flying across the country for 24 hours for a concert just a week before I'm due is actually NOT a good idea.
Which probably means I'm not going to go into labor until well after my due date. Murphy's Law and all that.
Ours came too, I'm so sad I don't get to wear it this year. That being said, we are selling the wristbands only and keeping everything else in the box!
Today is the day (38w 5d) I went into labor with DS...Woke up this morning feeling fantastic physically. Mentally? I want to curl up in a ball and die! Will this pregnancy ever end?!
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Maybe LO will help change your little family's relationship with your MIL for the better
Also, isn't @TKaiser91 getting induced today?? More babies!!!!
Now I'm craving the chipotle chicken pasta from Cheesecake...thanks a lot, guys!
But also.. yum yum sauce is perfection.
NOMS.
I'm also overwhelmingly pissed off and hurt because DH forgot what day it is today... I know I shouldn't be, since our loss three years ago didn't effect him like it effected me.
Side note: at my NST yesterday my bp was a little high and i was telling the nurse about how I've been losing my mucus plug, contractions, etc. She seemed to think it wouldn't be long and I'm kinda hoping she's right lol
SO is getting his this weekend. I think he has BCBS and he's going to Walgreens. Rite-aid requires a prescription.
My friend is getting married tomorrow and I'm only invited to her reception. I don't want to be awkward and ask her WHY. It may just be that they want to have a very small and intimate wedding but a big and exciting reception. Is it maybe because I'm not Mormon? I feel like I've read somewhere that specific faiths will not allow people into their place of worship if they do not practice that specific faith or have performed a specific rite of passage.
ETA - I think I remember @mojomama6 and @jordanbara talking about being LDS on the holiday cooking threads. Is that right and if so can either of you confirm?
That being said, wow is it easy to maneuver even with 50#s of 5yo inside.
Hope that helps!
Someone said something about a dress code. Is there something I should/shouldn't be wearing to the reception?!
Which probably means I'm not going to go into labor until well after my due date. Murphy's Law and all that.
They're actually headlining at Lolla this year, too, which would be SUPER convenient (don't even have to leave the city)! I offered to be online right as tickets went on sale to get him a one day pass.... he refused. Apparently, he is "too old" for Lollapalooza, and too old for Riot Fest. But Coachella would have been right up his alley. Makes total sense, huh?