FFFC!! 3/11

NicknShan

I am feeling frisky this Friday because weather in Minnesota is AMAZING!!

I want to hear all the flame free confessions today!!

*This is not a guarentee that they actually WILL BE flamefree*

catherinekate

This is such a lame one so I hope I'm not the first response or this thread is going to get off to a terrible start.

I woke up at 3am and snuck out to get a burger because I was starving and ate/hid the evidence in the car so my husband wouldn't judge. Because he made a pretty filling steak dinner, so there wasn't any real reason to be hungry....

Huskerfanz

I'm scared to death about having 4 kids under 3.  

I still get sad sometimes about having all boys like when I see cute Easter dresses out in stores. 

dennyandlee

Sometimes I feel like I want my husband to let me raise this baby how I see fit because he already had the opportunity to do it "his way" three times and this is my first.

DeePaddy24

This baby hates Doritos. Doesn't matter the kind, I just can't eat them. Even the smell makes me gag. 
No Doritos for this girl. 



I have another. I make all the decisions regarding the nursery, but I let H think he's had a say by giving him 2 options (one clearly worse than the one I want him to pick). So far it's worked every time. He's happy, I'm happy. 

AmberLiz99

1. I am hoping that my husband has to work late tonight because he is in a terrible mood this morning and I don't want him spoiling Friday movie night for the kids. 

2. I love my independence, but the last few weeks all I can think is "I wish I had my family here" or "I wish I had a sister to talk to". It's just a lot getting ready for 3 kids 5 and under and trying to work, and deal with family drama on my husband's side, and dh considering joining the National guard as a reservist. I'm usually strong on my own, but lately I just want someone to whine  on the phone too or sympathize during a long walk. 

mrsschmity

@NicknShan Agreed, I am LOVING this MN weather! It's supposed to be a beautiful weekend. I can't believe we're hitting 60 and 70 degrees in March.

@catherinekate It's impressive that you were able to sneak out, get the burger and eat it without your husband even waking up or knowing about it lol

My confession: Every time I wear a maxi dress or skirt I go commando. I have no idea why, it's just more comfortable.

colesmom33

@Huskerfanz  I feel the same way with having all boys when I see baby girl clothes and then I feel so guilty!!!

Sydvicious08

I have 3
1. H is super weird about pregnancy. He hates feeling kicks and seeing my belly move. So...I make sure he feels my belly as often as possible and all that jazz. What he Hates, though is if I "mess" with her. Lights, sounds, tapping or moving my belly to get her to respond is a big no for him. I might randomly "drum" on my belly when he is almost asleep at night just to mess with him. He makes it way too easy.  (This one was lame, I know)

2. My inlaws are coming today to visit for the weekend. I did not clean house. I also didn't fold laundry. It's pointless...

3. I accidentally slammed my 3 year olds fingers in his door last night because he was fighting bedtime by messing with his door. I let him cry for a minute before I checked on him because he has been testing us this week with boundaries and  such. I felt awful but he totally knew he wasn't supposed to be doing what he was doing. Sometimes I hate being a parent,.especially when they cry because of something I did or didn't do.

Also...hate TGIT shows on ABC, I think they are trashy 

MamaNicoleof3

mrsschmity said:

@NicknShan Agreed, I am LOVING this MN weather! It's supposed to be a beautiful weekend. I can't believe we're hitting 60 and 70 degrees in March.

@catherinekate It's impressive that you were able to sneak out, get the burger and eat it without your husband even waking up or knowing about it lol

My confession: Every time I wear a maxi dress or skirt I go commando. I have no idea why, it's just more comfortable.

SO MUCH YES!!!

NicknShan

@huskerfanz and @jaceyannie I am with you you guys.  No flaming from me.  I know @revlaurawittman may hop on the train too (Hi rev!!).

@catherinekate I am so jealous of you.  That is an amazing FFFC.

I have every intention of taking a two hour lunch today.  And leaving early.  That's all I got. For now.

BPaisley

My 3.5 year old loves having a "movie dinner" where I let him eat in the living room with his little table while watching a movie... I used to just do it like once a week as a special treat when I was feeling extra lazy, but now he requests it more and more and I'm so tired, it's becoming like an every other day thing.

I always promised myself we would have traditional family dinners at the table because growing up all I remember is having to make myself boxed macaroni while my mom sat in front of the TV from 6 pm to midnight pretending to "grade papers" (she was a teacher) while eating total crap by herself. I would hate to ever set such an example for my children, so I'm determined to get back to regular dinners eventually  

CourtJack

I'm in charge of the budget in our household. H is horrible with money. We're semi-tight on money right now so when I saw that H took out $50 without telling me or accounting for it I lost it on him. Then I snuck into my room and hid the new shoes I just bought. Whatever! 

cdnvb4

We have booked a quick Disney trip for Thanksgiving of this year. I am super pumped, as I think DS (he will be 5 at the time) will have a blast. But because it will be a very busy time of year, I'm sure that I will need to get my character dining reservations as soon as possible. The problem: I figured out that our advance dining reservation day is the same day I was thinking of setting our repeat C-section. That particular day would be perfect timing for my husband, myself, and my family travelling from Canada. My confession: I am seriously thinking of changing my son's birthday or switching to a VBAC strategy (if this is even an option for me) solely so that I can make reservations for a breakfast my other son will enjoy 6 months down the road. I know how messed up my priorities are at the moment and I'm hoping my rational side kicks in sometime before May. But right now, I am obsessed with ADRs and FastPass+ selections. I know that I deserve to be flamed for this -- indeed, a little flaming might help me out.

lm45678

I've been at work since 7:30am and haven't turned my computer on yet. I'm not even pretending to work today.

MamaNicoleof3

BPaisley said:

My 3.5 year old loves having a "movie dinner" where I let him eat in the living room with his little table while watching a movie... I used to just do it like once a week as a special treat when I was feeling extra lazy, but now he requests it more and more and I'm so tired, it's becoming like an every other day thing.

I always promised myself we would have traditional family dinners at the table because growing up all I remember is having to make myself boxed macaroni while my mom sat in front of the TV from 6 pm to midnight pretending to "grade papers" (she was a teacher) while eating total crap by herself. I would hate to ever set such an example for my children, so I'm determined to get back to regular dinners eventually  

you'll get there! Just remind yourself that this is just a small season in the grand scheme and give yourself grace  

MamaNicoleof3

Mine is super lame, but I had to take a break from unloading the DW because I was so winded from bending over repeatedly. This kid has nowhere to go but squish my organs and lungs. 

amidavey06

I'm seriously considering not voting this year. I am just over all things election. I can't get behind any candidate. I keep thinking "This is the best we have right now?". I don't feel like having to pick a candidate that I don't support at all just to say that I voted. 

candicek15

MamaNicoleof3 said:

mrsschmity said:

@NicknShan Agreed, I am LOVING this MN weather! It's supposed to be a beautiful weekend. I can't believe we're hitting 60 and 70 degrees in March.

@catherinekate It's impressive that you were able to sneak out, get the burger and eat it without your husband even waking up or knowing about it lol

My confession: Every time I wear a maxi dress or skirt I go commando. I have no idea why, it's just more comfortable.

SO MUCH YES!!!

So I just looked up what 60 and 70 are in Celcius and now I'm embarrassed that I was so excited in my daily post about 12C. Turns out that's 53, lol.

candicek15

@DeePaddy24 I like your strategy! My H has a tendency to veto everything but then have to suggestions to offer which I find infuriating. Normally I just give him an ultimatum (e.g. if you haven't come up with a better idea by Friday this is what I'm doing), but I think yours is way better!

MeganF08

My sister was visiting a couple of weeks ago and mentioned coming in town and bringing my nieces and nephews to see the baby in July. I love my sister and her 5 kids of course and want them to see our LO. The problem is that my sister is anti-vaccine and my husband is not. My confession is that I didn't say anything when she brought it up but I have no intention of having any kids that are unvaccinated around my LO when she is so young, even if they are her cousins.I respect other people's right to choose what they think is best for their kids but I have to do what is best for mine. I probably should have addressed it immediately but I was a wuss and am just waiting until the inevitable happens. 

CourtJack

BPaisley said:

My 3.5 year old loves having a "movie dinner" where I let him eat in the living room with his little table while watching a movie... I used to just do it like once a week as a special treat when I was feeling extra lazy, but now he requests it more and more and I'm so tired, it's becoming like an every other day thing.

I always promised myself we would have traditional family dinners at the table because growing up all I remember is having to make myself boxed macaroni while my mom sat in front of the TV from 6 pm to midnight pretending to "grade papers" (she was a teacher) while eating total crap by herself. I would hate to ever set such an example for my children, so I'm determined to get back to regular dinners eventually  

Ahhh!! I can 100% relate!! We have been eating in the tv room SO OFTEN lately and it bugs me because I feel lazy and slobby. I love having meals at the table but its happening less and less. I tell myself that once I'm on maternity leave I'll have more time to make that happen. (right? right?)

ahernandez16

@mrsschmity yes. I'm pretty sure the only time I'm not commando is when I wear jeans. 

It's just me and the new girl at the office today. Her day is supposed to start at 8:30 and mine starts at 9:00. I don't know if she has a key to get into the office and I'm not going to ask or show up early. 

I'm still comfy in bed. She'll be fine. 

Mr0616

cdnvb4 said:

We have booked a quick Disney trip for Thanksgiving of this year. I am super pumped, as I think DS (he will be 5 at the time) will have a blast. But because it will be a very busy time of year, I'm sure that I will need to get my character dining reservations as soon as possible. The problem: I figured out that our advance dining reservation day is the same day I was thinking of setting our repeat C-section. That particular day would be perfect timing for my husband, myself, and my family travelling from Canada. My confession: I am seriously thinking of changing my son's birthday or switching to a VBAC strategy (if this is even an option for me) solely so that I can make reservations for a breakfast my other son will enjoy 6 months down the road. I know how messed up my priorities are at the moment and I'm hoping my rational side kicks in sometime before May. But right now, I am obsessed with ADRs and FastPass+ selections. I know that I deserve to be flamed for this -- indeed, a little flaming might help me out.

I'm flaming you!!  It's just Disney. Can't someone else make your reservations for you? I know, if you are anything like me, that is probably something you want to do yourself to make sure it is done right.  

Who knows...baby might want to come early! 

alylove11

Lurker coming out. I used to post more during 1st tri but haven't as much lately.

1) We don't have anything started in the nursery yet  baby boy.'But, DH has two weeks off for SB so we will really kick it into gear. 

2) I liked hearing Enya today on Kelly and Michael. Her music is relaxing to me.

BPaisley

@MamaNicoleof3 Thank you for the encouragement, I'm trying to keep that in mind. The dinners I remember are from elementary school age, so as long as I get my act together in the next couple of years, they probably won't even know this ever happened LOL

@CourtJack You're probably right! I find that on days I am home (like weekends or sick days) I'm able to start dinner at like 4 pm, so I feel less of that stress to cook quickly and utilize the easy distraction of the TV. But, the added newborn might throw things off a little. We may still eat lots of take out/pizza delivery, we will just eat it at the table, instead of in the living room!!  

Bee112309

cdnvb4 said:

We have booked a quick Disney trip for Thanksgiving of this year. I am super pumped, as I think DS (he will be 5 at the time) will have a blast. But because it will be a very busy time of year, I'm sure that I will need to get my character dining reservations as soon as possible. The problem: I figured out that our advance dining reservation day is the same day I was thinking of setting our repeat C-section. That particular day would be perfect timing for my husband, myself, and my family travelling from Canada. My confession: I am seriously thinking of changing my son's birthday or switching to a VBAC strategy (if this is even an option for me) solely so that I can make reservations for a breakfast my other son will enjoy 6 months down the road. I know how messed up my priorities are at the moment and I'm hoping my rational side kicks in sometime before May. But right now, I am obsessed with ADRs and FastPass+ selections. I know that I deserve to be flamed for this -- indeed, a little flaming might help me out.

You should use a Disney travel agent! It doesn't cost anything extra, and you can let them know what ADRs and FastPasses you want, and they will get them set up for you on the day that you are available to make your reservations.

VikingGirl12

I have been to Taco Bell every day after work this week during happy hour to get a Mountain Dew baja blast. I should probably be more concerned about the sugar I'm consuming.

Rosehip15

cdnvb4 said:

We have booked a quick Disney trip for Thanksgiving of this year. I am super pumped, as I think DS (he will be 5 at the time) will have a blast. But because it will be a very busy time of year, I'm sure that I will need to get my character dining reservations as soon as possible. The problem: I figured out that our advance dining reservation day is the same day I was thinking of setting our repeat C-section. That particular day would be perfect timing for my husband, myself, and my family travelling from Canada. My confession: I am seriously thinking of changing my son's birthday or switching to a VBAC strategy (if this is even an option for me) solely so that I can make reservations for a breakfast my other son will enjoy 6 months down the road. I know how messed up my priorities are at the moment and I'm hoping my rational side kicks in sometime before May. But right now, I am obsessed with ADRs and FastPass+ selections. I know that I deserve to be flamed for this -- indeed, a little flaming might help me out.

I don't have a clue what any of this Disney jargon means...but all things Disney send me into panic mode.

dennyandlee

VikingGirl12 said:

I have been to Taco Bell every day after work this week during happy hour to get a Mountain Dew baja blast. I should probably be more concerned about the sugar I'm consuming.

QBF

I would gladly go to Taco Bell everyday after work, if only the closest one wasn't like 45 minutes away... Can you eat an order of cheesy fiesta potatoes for me??

alileecam

I texted a (childless single) friend a few days ago about getting together for dinner next week with a mutual friend. She works freelance from home. She always wants to go lame places at times that are the worst for me (like an early dinner an hour away from my house at 5 pm, which forces me to ask DH to pick DS up and then he has to leave work early) because she "can't drive at night or in traffic" even though the mutual friend and I are both driving over an hour to a place close to her house.  She's become a vegetarian so when I suggest a place, she shoots it down and we end up at the lamest places. Then she just bitches about everything and everyone for two hours. We just always accommodate her and all her restrictions. It has lost all enjoyment for me because she just doesn't seem to really want to be a friend and ever consider our preferences, problems, views, etc.  Anyway, I text her about dinner, and she replies back 48 hours later that she is too busy to even THINK about it until the weekend, which pisses me off. I cannot chase people around trying to arrange dinners I don't even want to go to. 

So my FFFC is that when she texts back, I am going to ignore it. Surely there are cooler people out there who want to be my friend and not demand everything be to their exact specifications with no regard for others. It's not like I have friends to spare, but clearly she isn't really my friend anymore.

BabyboyS2016

That is ABSOLUTELY not flame worthy. That chick's behavior deserves all the flame. 

goldie987

I celebrated passing my glucose challenge with a shamrock shake from McDonald's.  Turns out here's more sugar in one of those than I had to drink for the sugar thing itself.  Oops.  

CourtJack

Sgoldberg247 said:

I celebrated passing my glucose challenge with a shamrock shake from McDonald's.  Turns out here's more sugar in one of those than I had to drink for the sugar thing itself.  Oops.  

So then WHY do they not just give out McDonald's shakes for this test?!?!

CourtJack

alileecam said:

I texted a (childless single) friend a few days ago about getting together for dinner next week with a mutual friend. She works freelance from home. She always wants to go lame places at times that are the worst for me (like an early dinner an hour away from my house at 5 pm, which forces me to ask DH to pick DS up and then he has to leave work early) because she "can't drive at night or in traffic" even though the mutual friend and I are both driving over an hour to a place close to her house.  She's become a vegetarian so when I suggest a place, she shoots it down and we end up at the lamest places. Then she just bitches about everything and everyone for two hours. We just always accommodate her and all her restrictions. It has lost all enjoyment for me because she just doesn't seem to really want to be a friend and ever consider our preferences, problems, views, etc.  Anyway, I text her about dinner, and she replies back 48 hours later that she is too busy to even THINK about it until the weekend, which pisses me off. I cannot chase people around trying to arrange dinners I don't even want to go to. 

So my FFFC is that when she texts back, I am going to ignore it. Surely there are cooler people out there who want to be my friend and not demand everything be to their exact specifications with no regard for others. It's not like I have friends to spare, but clearly she isn't really my friend anymore.

I have some childless friends like this. And I just don't have time for them. It sucked at first, but I got used to it and am now happier. If you're not going to at least attempt to understand/work with my life style, I'm not going to accommodate yours. May sound selfish but I just don't care anymore. I flame her!

BabyboyS2016

CourtJack said:

Sgoldberg247 said:

I celebrated passing my glucose challenge with a shamrock shake from McDonald's.  Turns out here's more sugar in one of those than I had to drink for the sugar thing itself.  Oops.  

So then WHY do they not just give out McDonald's shakes for this test?!?!

I think to avoid potential brain freeze lawsuits, since you have to drink the drink in 4 minutes. I'd surely puke that shake up then! 

DeePaddy24

CourtJack said:

Sgoldberg247 said:

I celebrated passing my glucose challenge with a shamrock shake from McDonald's.  Turns out here's more sugar in one of those than I had to drink for the sugar thing itself.  Oops.  

So then WHY do they not just give out McDonald's shakes for this test?!?!

I'm doing mine next week...maybe they'll let me substitute?! I should inquire...

mrsschmity

CourtJack said:

Sgoldberg247 said:

I celebrated passing my glucose challenge with a shamrock shake from McDonald's.  Turns out here's more sugar in one of those than I had to drink for the sugar thing itself.  Oops.  

So then WHY do they not just give out McDonald's shakes for this test?!?!

I think this is a glorious idea. I have mine in a little over a week and I might just stop at McD's before hand, bring it to my appt and ask the doc if I can drink that instead. I gladly accept the challenge of trying to drink that in 4 minutes.

MamaNicoleof3

Shamrock shakes....mmmmmmmmm

colesmom33

@BPaisley and @Courtjack I am right there with you!!  This weekend I let my 19 month old eat his pizza in the living room at the coffee table instead of his high chair.  Yesterday, I noticed him sitting next to the couch with something he pulled out from underneath it.  Apparently, last week he hid the rest of his pizza under the couch and was now eating it, a week later.  Best. Mom. Ever.

BPaisley

VikingGirl12 said:

I have been to Taco Bell every day after work this week during happy hour to get a Mountain Dew baja blast. I should probably be more concerned about the sugar I'm consuming.

I DIE for those things! Baby is always bouncing around like a crazy person from the sugar/caffeine after. Also, after stuffing my face with Taco Bell and drinking that, I end up feeling awful the rest of the day LOL