UO Thursday

lovelyday39 · July 2012

JustWonderin805:

pinkflipflops44:
There is a serious overuse of gifs and pictures floating around these days.

I agree. Especially when you know a poster will answer a thread with a gif or picture.

Picture's worth a thousand words!

princessisadora · July 2012

Blsd4given:
rrdiva1:

ricecakes1216:
I hate when people talk/treat their pets like they're humans.

I am so guilty of this....<3

Picture removed for space purposes... But... ROFL... That's awesome.

FWIW, I am guilty of it too.

My UO... I hate it when people treat their pets like they're disposable accessories or burdens - instead of living creatures that deserve love, attention, and proper care.

Here, here! As a vet I am delighted to hear that, after dealing day in and day out with loads of irresponsible/clueless pet owners is great to hear people who think clearly and know how important it is to take care of their pets properly.

?You become responsible, forever, for what you have tamed.?
? Antoine de Saint-Exup?ry, The Little Prince

artistlife · July 2012

I actually like the "am I pregnant" and other stupid posts. They are almost always funny. I really like the gifs and when the OP goes all bsc on everyone.

SpartanGirl24 · July 2012

princessisadora:
And no we do not own a pet stroller, I draw the line there.

People that have pet strollers always get a huge eye roll from me. I saw pet carriers that are like baby bjorns the other day at Petco. What dog do you know that wants to sit in a carrier with all four legs sticking straight out in front of them? People are crazy.

princessisadora · July 2012

My UO:

It really irks me when someone just comes back from traveling to a foreign country and they come back complaining that "nobody spoke English"! You are in a FOREIGN country make an effort and grab a dictionary, its called cultural immersion!

GermanGirl2007 · July 2012

I don't have a UO today, but I just wanted to say that, Lolli, I miss you!! Crying

Emma61210 · July 2012

rrdiva1:

ricecakes1216:
I hate when people talk/treat their pets like they're humans.

I am so guilty of this....<3

**raises hand** ditto!

Emma61210 · July 2012

Blsd4given:
My UO... I hate it when people treat their pets like they're disposable accessories or burdens - instead of living creatures that deserve love, attention, and proper care.

I totally agree with this! I have a cousin who goes through dogs like they're an accessory. I joke with her everytime she mentions getting another dog (she doens't have one at the moment) that she is never allowed to have a pet again. She has them for a year and then gets rid of them for no reason. I could not imagine getting rid of mine, they have my heart!

txgsd81 · July 2012

My UO... I dont like my DH's son. (I've been told this makes me a terrible person)

Let me explain. He's 15, and DH only starting spending time with him a couple of years ago. This isn't a baby from another marriage or anything. The kid is raised terribly by his mother, which I know isn't his fault, but everything he does annoys me (and DH). His mother just wants her child support and could care less about DH's concerns for how the boy is being raised. Now he's here for his annual week-long visit and it's like having an awkward, helpless stranger in our house. I'm perfectly nice to him, but I neither like nor care about him like he's my family. I've been told that makes me an awful person and that I "shouldn't have kids."

Wow, sorry that turned into a vent.

rrdiva1 · July 2012

ricecakes1216:

Sorry for the lack of quotes-my phone won't let me quote.

Diva- that picture is adorable.

JW- I totally agree. When you get a pet you make a commitment to give them quality care. Trust me I've spent a ton on vet bills when a lot of people would have thrown the dog out. I would never dispose of my dog and he gets awesome treatment. He just doesn't sleep in my bed or sit on my furniture and I don't compare him to a baby. I have a friend who compares her digs to children all the time and believes she will be the best parent or offer patenting advice because she has digs.seriously no joke.

Did you get your package yet, should get it today...total side note

rrdiva1 · July 2012

anastasiacarmen:
rrdiva1:
anastasiacarmen:

ricecakes1216:
I hate when people talk/treat their pets like they're humans.

People who say "I treat my cat like my child bc she is my child" confuse me. I love my cats and I would be so very upset if something happened to one of them but if my son was allergic those cats would be gone so fast it wouldn't be funny (to a loving home but gone). When people say that I think to myself "Would she seriously consider picking her cat over her kid"! No you won't (unless you were a nut job of high caliber) so don't say your cat is just like your baby!

I would never pick an animal over a kid, but my dogs are my furbabies. Judge away

I'm not judging you. I don't think there is anything wrong at all with loving your pets. I love my cats, I miss them when I'm out of town, I play with them, buy them special treats and they sleep on my at night. My older cat even comforted me when I was in labor by sitting by myself and in my lap until it was time to go to the hospital.

I think every pet should be loved and well taken care off and only re-homed if totally needed.

I know, just messing with ya Big Smile

rrdiva1 · July 2012

GermanGirl2007:

I don't have a UO today, but I just wanted to say that, Lolli, I miss you!!

ok so I was not the only one that squeed when I saw her post!!!

ricecakes1216 · July 2012

SpartanGirl24:
princessisadora:
And no we do not own a pet stroller, I draw the line there.

People that have pet strollers always get a huge eye roll from me. I saw pet carriers that are like baby bjorns the other day at Petco. What dog do you know that wants to sit in a carrier with all four legs sticking straight out in front of them? People are crazy.

Oh my gosh! Pet strollers are the worst and I totally side eye people that use them. I just don't get it.

JustWonderin805 · July 2012

SpartanGirl24:
princessisadora:
And no we do not own a pet stroller, I draw the line there.

People that have pet strollers always get a huge eye roll from me. I saw pet carriers that are like baby bjorns the other day at Petco. What dog do you know that wants to sit in a carrier with all four legs sticking straight out in front of them? People are crazy.

Oh lord. That is definitely on the high end of the crazy spectrum.

ScottsdaleMama · July 2012

Since this thread has really taken on an animal theme, I'll throw mine out. I can't stand when random people let their dogs just walk up to me and get in my personal space. It's on a leash, keep it away from me! I love dogs but I don't know your dog and don't want it touching me!

raeyn · July 2012

slightlyslapdash:

Playing devil's advocate here, what are you in relation to your pets? Did you not adopt them?
UO - I don't like when people refer to themselves in the third person. "Mommy loves you!"

If that's a UO, I'm concerned about where the world is headed.

jorkz821 · July 2012

TheJerseyCowgirl:

My UO... I can't stand that people tell me I'm a horrible person because I don't like DH's son.

Let me explain. He's 15, and DH only starting spending time with him a couple of years ago. This isn't a baby from another marriage or anything. The kid is raised terribly by his mother, which I know isn't his fault, but everything he does annoys me (and DH). His mother just wants her child support and could care less about DH's concerns for how the boy is being raised. Now he's here for his annual week-long visit and it's like having an awkward, helpless stranger in our house. I'm perfectly nice to him, but I neither like nor care about him like he's my family. I've been told that makes me an awful person and that I "shouldn't have kids."

Wow, sorry that turned into a vent.

OK so I'm new to this board, but.... what?

1st bold - do you mean the child was born out of wedlock? Does that make him less your H's child?

2nd bold - maybe she doesn't care what your h thinks since he was not a part of his kid's life for the first 13 years.

Maybe the poor kid is awkward and helpless in your house because he knows you don't want him there.

SpartanGirl24 · July 2012

JustWonderin805:
SpartanGirl24:
princessisadora:
And no we do not own a pet stroller, I draw the line there.

People that have pet strollers always get a huge eye roll from me. I saw pet carriers that are like baby bjorns the other day at Petco. What dog do you know that wants to sit in a carrier with all four legs sticking straight out in front of them? People are crazy.
Oh lord. That is definitely on the high end of the crazy spectrum.

For your enjoyment.

curlylocks3 · July 2012

ScottsdaleMama:
Since this thread has really taken on an animal theme, I'll throw mine out. I can't stand when random people let their dogs just walk up to me and get in my personal space. It's on a leash, keep it away from me! I love dogs but I don't know your dog and don't want it touching me!

On a spin off from that, I hate when a dog approaches me and I start to move away and the person walking the dog goes "oh don't worry, s/he is friendly". Trust me, I'm not worries that your dog is rabid or something but I am scared of dogs in general. I'm not going to yell at your dog or freak out, but I am moving away from your dog intentionally, please have the decency to not keep relaxing the leash so the dog can move closer to me.

PrimRoseMama · July 2012

jorkz821:
TheJerseyCowgirl:

My UO... I can't stand that people tell me I'm a horrible person because I don't like DH's son.

Let me explain. He's 15, and DH only starting spending time with him a couple of years ago. This isn't a baby from another marriage or anything. The kid is raised terribly by his mother, which I know isn't his fault, but everything he does annoys me (and DH). His mother just wants her child support and could care less about DH's concerns for how the boy is being raised. Now he's here for his annual week-long visit and it's like having an awkward, helpless stranger in our house. I'm perfectly nice to him, but I neither like nor care about him like he's my family. I've been told that makes me an awful person and that I "shouldn't have kids."

Wow, sorry that turned into a vent.

OK so I'm new to this board, but.... what?
1st bold - do you mean the child was born out of wedlock? Does that make him less your H's child?

2nd bold - maybe she doesn't care what your h thinks since he was not a part of his kid's life for the first 13 years.

Maybe the poor kid is awkward and helpless in your house because he knows you don't want him there.

Yeah JerseyCowGirl, WTF? That sounds really mean! Poor kid. It must suck that this kid knows he's not wanted.

SpartanGirl24 · July 2012

ScottsdaleMama:
Since this thread has really taken on an animal theme, I'll throw mine out. I can't stand when random people let their dogs just walk up to me and get in my personal space. It's on a leash, keep it away from me! I love dogs but I don't know your dog and don't want it touching me!

Along the same line, I hate when random people just let their dog come up to mine. For all you know, my dog may tear off your dogs face. I have him on a leash for a reason, so do you. Drives me crazy. People really are stupid.

sweetgoose · July 2012

tairairat:
In the spirit of that I think if you've never had Cheerwine you've never really lived.

I agree! I'll even take it further and say that I don't think I could live anywhere that Cheerwine & Sweet Tea are not available.

ricecakes1216 · July 2012

slightlyslapdash:
ricecakes1216:
lovelyday39:
ricecakes1216:
I hate when people talk/treat their pets like they're humans.

Just curious, do you have pets?
Yes, I do. I have a dog and love him and he's well taken care of. I'm probably guilt of it to a degree, but I don't refer to myself as mommy it my H as daddy. I should probably clarify what bugs me and it's mostly when people are like "Monny loves you!".
Playing devil's advocate here, what are you in relation to your pets? Did you not adopt them?
UO - I don't like when people refer to themselves in the third person. "Mommy loves you!"

No, I didn't adopt him. I bought him from a breeder and brought him home at 10 weeks. Don't get me wrong, I adore him and wouldn't give him up for anything. I just don't think of him as my child, more like a buddy/companion. He keeps me company when DH is gone and goes on runs with me. I talk to him and he's spoiled. I just think people get a bit carried away with the mommy/daddy thing, pet strollers and clothes.

GermanGirl2007 · July 2012

PrimRoseMama:
jorkz821:
TheJerseyCowgirl:

My UO... I can't stand that people tell me I'm a horrible person because I don't like DH's son.

Let me explain. He's 15, and DH only starting spending time with him a couple of years ago. This isn't a baby from another marriage or anything. The kid is raised terribly by his mother, which I know isn't his fault, but everything he does annoys me (and DH). His mother just wants her child support and could care less about DH's concerns for how the boy is being raised. Now he's here for his annual week-long visit and it's like having an awkward, helpless stranger in our house. I'm perfectly nice to him, but I neither like nor care about him like he's my family. I've been told that makes me an awful person and that I "shouldn't have kids."

Wow, sorry that turned into a vent.

OK so I'm new to this board, but.... what?
1st bold - do you mean the child was born out of wedlock? Does that make him less your H's child?

2nd bold - maybe she doesn't care what your h thinks since he was not a part of his kid's life for the first 13 years.

Maybe the poor kid is awkward and helpless in your house because he knows you don't want him there.

Yeah JerseyCowGirl, WTF? That sounds really mean! Poor kid. It must suck that this kid knows he's not wanted.

I have to say, I agree with PP's on this. This makes me so sad. Sad

ricecakes1216 · July 2012

rrdiva1:
ricecakes1216:

Sorry for the lack of quotes-my phone won't let me quote.

Diva- that picture is adorable.

JW- I totally agree. When you get a pet you make a commitment to give them quality care. Trust me I've spent a ton on vet bills when a lot of people would have thrown the dog out. I would never dispose of my dog and he gets awesome treatment. He just doesn't sleep in my bed or sit on my furniture and I don't compare him to a baby. I have a friend who compares her digs to children all the time and believes she will be the best parent or offer patenting advice because she has digs.seriously no joke.
Did you get your package yet, should get it today...total side note

I didn't get a package yet. I got the card and I totally cried! You are so so sweet! Thank so much for it and the gift card! DH will love it when he gets home!

Postahaurus · July 2012

postahoarus:
PrimRoseMama:
Also, the term post-whore annoys me. If you participate actively then you are a post whore. If you post sparingly then you don't do enough to GTK the community? I don't understand.

IMPOSTER!!!

rrdiva1 · July 2012

JustWonderin805:

pinkflipflops44:
There is a serious overuse of gifs and pictures floating around these days.

I agree. Especially when you know a poster will answer a thread with a gif or picture.

I love gifs, I have actually toned it down. Nothing like a funny pic to brighten my day.

rrdiva1 · July 2012

SpartanGirl24:
princessisadora:
And no we do not own a pet stroller, I draw the line there.

People that have pet strollers always get a huge eye roll from me. I saw pet carriers that are like baby bjorns the other day at Petco. What dog do you know that wants to sit in a carrier with all four legs sticking straight out in front of them? People are crazy.

Bolded: Let the eye rolling begin lol. I have a special dog stroller for my pug, long story short I used it once when I did relay for life. Pugs are not known for endurance lol. SO since he was on the team I got it so I can push for my turns to walk. He loved it. It was all decked out with purple and balloons. Little rockstar lol. I need to find a pic of that.

SpartanGirl24 · July 2012

rrdiva1:
SpartanGirl24:
princessisadora:
And no we do not own a pet stroller, I draw the line there.

People that have pet strollers always get a huge eye roll from me. I saw pet carriers that are like baby bjorns the other day at Petco. What dog do you know that wants to sit in a carrier with all four legs sticking straight out in front of them? People are crazy.

Bolded: Let the eye rolling begin lol. I have a special dog stroller for my pug, long story short I used it once when I did relay for life. Pugs are not known for endurance lol. SO since he was on the team I got it so I can push for my turns to walk. He loved it. It was all decked out with purple and balloons. Little rockstar lol. I need to find a pic of that.

Hahaha, yes pics please. I promise to keep my eyes straight forward Wink

LollipopsAndCrisps · July 2012

rrdiva1:
GermanGirl2007:

I don't have a UO today, but I just wanted to say that, Lolli, I miss you!!

ok so I was not the only one that squeed when I saw her post!!!

::waves frantically::

Hiiiii, GG and Diva! I think I may be making a comeback! Let the snarking begin!

AGlaze · July 2012

Where to start-

I am guilty of the treating the pets like my kids and calling me and H "Mommy and Daddy"..I don't speak in thrid person though. I also know they are not human children.

I've worked with shelters and rescues who use the strollers for pets that cannot walk or have other physical issues... I think that was the intended use. I think the Paris Hilton's of the world changed that.

To the person who said she doesn't like her H's son, you may need to provide more details to not sound like such a jerk. Not saying you are a jerk but your post came off bad...

I haven't been on in awhile and still don't have an UO to share, just wanted to chime in...

rrdiva1 · July 2012

LollipopsAndCrisps:
rrdiva1:
GermanGirl2007:

I don't have a UO today, but I just wanted to say that, Lolli, I miss you!!

ok so I was not the only one that squeed when I saw her post!!!

::waves frantically::

Hiiiii, GG and Diva! I think I may be making a comeback! Let the snarking begin!

I AM SO EXCITED I CAN'T STOP USING SHOUTY CAPS!!!!!!!!!!! Waves frantically back!

txgsd81 · July 2012

GermanGirl2007:
PrimRoseMama:
jorkz821:
TheJerseyCowgirl:

My UO... I can't stand that people tell me I'm a horrible person because I don't like DH's son.

Let me explain. He's 15, and DH only starting spending time with him a couple of years ago. This isn't a baby from another marriage or anything. The kid is raised terribly by his mother, which I know isn't his fault, but everything he does annoys me (and DH). His mother just wants her child support and could care less about DH's concerns for how the boy is being raised. Now he's here for his annual week-long visit and it's like having an awkward, helpless stranger in our house. I'm perfectly nice to him, but I neither like nor care about him like he's my family. I've been told that makes me an awful person and that I "shouldn't have kids."

Wow, sorry that turned into a vent.

OK so I'm new to this board, but.... what?
1st bold - do you mean the child was born out of wedlock? Does that make him less your H's child?

2nd bold - maybe she doesn't care what your h thinks since he was not a part of his kid's life for the first 13 years.

Maybe the poor kid is awkward and helpless in your house because he knows you don't want him there.

Yeah JerseyCowGirl, WTF? That sounds really mean! Poor kid. It must suck that this kid knows he's not wanted.

I have to say, I agree with PP's on this. This makes me so sad.

Oh well, I'm still sticking with my UO, but to answer your questions... He was born when my DH was in high school, so I wouldn't even call it wedlock. To me that involves adults. Both parents were kids an she left with the baby, so I don't blame him for not being involved in the kids life. He's trying to do so now, but whatever. And the kid doesn't know he's not wanted. I'm perfectly nice to him, an he enjoys visiting. He is just spoiled and babied by his mother, which has effectively made him completely co-dependent, but with an ego the size of Saturn. I dislike having him around, that's just how it goes. I'm certainly not going to backpedal. It's my UO and I'll stand by it, but don't act like I spit on him as soon as he gets off the plane.

rrdiva1 · July 2012

ricecakes1216:
rrdiva1:
ricecakes1216:

Sorry for the lack of quotes-my phone won't let me quote.

Diva- that picture is adorable.

JW- I totally agree. When you get a pet you make a commitment to give them quality care. Trust me I've spent a ton on vet bills when a lot of people would have thrown the dog out. I would never dispose of my dog and he gets awesome treatment. He just doesn't sleep in my bed or sit on my furniture and I don't compare him to a baby. I have a friend who compares her digs to children all the time and believes she will be the best parent or offer patenting advice because she has digs.seriously no joke.

Did you get your package yet, should get it today...total side note

I didn't get a package yet. I got the card and I totally cried! You are so so sweet! Thank so much for it and the gift card! DH will love it when he gets home!

You have pm.

bettywhitettgp · July 2012

TheJerseyCowgirl:
GermanGirl2007:
PrimRoseMama:
jorkz821:
TheJerseyCowgirl:

My UO... I can't stand that people tell me I'm a horrible person because I don't like DH's son.

Let me explain. He's 15, and DH only starting spending time with him a couple of years ago. This isn't a baby from another marriage or anything. The kid is raised terribly by his mother, which I know isn't his fault, but everything he does annoys me (and DH). His mother just wants her child support and could care less about DH's concerns for how the boy is being raised. Now he's here for his annual week-long visit and it's like having an awkward, helpless stranger in our house. I'm perfectly nice to him, but I neither like nor care about him like he's my family. I've been told that makes me an awful person and that I "shouldn't have kids."

Wow, sorry that turned into a vent.

OK so I'm new to this board, but.... what?
1st bold - do you mean the child was born out of wedlock? Does that make him less your H's child?

2nd bold - maybe she doesn't care what your h thinks since he was not a part of his kid's life for the first 13 years.

Maybe the poor kid is awkward and helpless in your house because he knows you don't want him there.

Yeah JerseyCowGirl, WTF? That sounds really mean! Poor kid. It must suck that this kid knows he's not wanted.

I have to say, I agree with PP's on this. This makes me so sad.
Oh well, I'm still sticking with my UO, but to answer your questions... He was born when my DH was in high school, so I wouldn't even call it wedlock. To me that involves adults. Both parents were kids an she left with the baby, so I don't blame him for not being involved in the kids life. He's trying to do so now, but whatever. And the kid doesn't know he's not wanted. I'm perfectly nice to him, an he enjoys visiting. He is just spoiled and babied by his mother, which has effectively made him completely co-dependent, but with an ego the size of Saturn. I dislike having him around, that's just how it goes. I'm certainly not going to backpedal. It's my UO and I'll stand by it, but don't act like I spit on him as soon as he gets off the plane.

It's a sad fact of life: not all people are likeable. I hate most people right now, regardless of size. But I am a particularly bitter b!tch at the moment! So what?!

JustWonderin805 · July 2012

rrdiva1:
JustWonderin805:

pinkflipflops44:
There is a serious overuse of gifs and pictures floating around these days.

I agree. Especially when you know a poster will answer a thread with a gif or picture.
I love gifs, I have actually toned it down. Nothing like a funny pic to brighten my day.

Don't worry diva, I wasn't speaking of you when I said that. I actually don't know who I was specifically speaking of..I guess I've just been on gif overload lately.

kristykay123 · July 2012

TheJerseyCowgirl:
My UO... I can't stand that people tell me I'm a horrible person because I don't like DH's son.

Let me explain. He's 15, and DH only starting spending time with him a couple of years ago. This isn't a baby from another marriage or anything. The kid is raised terribly by his mother, which I know isn't his fault, but everything he does annoys me (and DH). His mother just wants her child support and could care less about DH's concerns for how the boy is being raised. Now he's here for his annual week-long visit and it's like having an awkward, helpless stranger in our house. I'm perfectly nice to him, but I neither like nor care about him like he's my family. I've been told that makes me an awful person and that I "shouldn't have kids."

Wow, sorry that turned into a vent.

TheJerseyCowgirl:

Oh well, I'm still sticking with my UO, but to answer your questions... He was born when my DH was in high school, so I wouldn't even call it wedlock. To me that involves adults. Both parents were kids an she left with the baby, so I don't blame him for not being involved in the kids life. He's trying to do so now, but whatever. And the kid doesn't know he's not wanted. I'm perfectly nice to him, an he enjoys visiting. He is just spoiled and babied by his mother, which has effectively made him completely co-dependent, but with an ego the size of Saturn. I dislike having him around, that's just how it goes. I'm certainly not going to backpedal. It's my UO and I'll stand by it, but don't act like I spit on him as soon as he gets off the plane.

WOWWWW!!!! it's not the child's fault that he's been spoiled or that YOU get annoyed by him. Just the fact that you say "he isn't wanted" disgusts me. He is your step child whether you like it or not.

weansworld09 · July 2012

rrdiva1:
anastasiacarmen:

ricecakes1216:
I hate when people talk/treat their pets like they're humans.

People who say "I treat my cat like my child bc she is my child" confuse me. I love my cats and I would be so very upset if something happened to one of them but if my son was allergic those cats would be gone so fast it wouldn't be funny (to a loving home but gone). When people say that I think to myself "Would she seriously consider picking her cat over her kid"! No you won't (unless you were a nut job of high caliber) so don't say your cat is just like your baby!
I would never pick an animal over a kid, but my dogs are my furbabies. Judge away

I'm 100% with diva! I effing love my dogs & quite frankly enjoy their company over humans often.

mndyhywrd · July 2012

princessisadora:
rrdiva1:
ricecakes1216:
I hate when people talk/treat their pets like they're humans.

I am so guilty of this....<3

Love it!
I am so guilty of treating my pets like kids, cause let's face it they are my kids. They are completely dependent on me for their wellbeing, I am responsible for them so I am going to treat them like my family. DH is also guilty of it. And no we do not own a pet stroller, I draw the line there.

This.

I'm currently going into debt trying to figure out what is ailing my cat. But, you know, what, I don't care. I adopted him, and it was a commitment I made for his entire life. He can't help himself, so I'm his advocate. I haven't gotten pregnant (yet), so he is the closest thing I have to a baby.

That said - I do not have a pet stroller either.

weansworld09 · July 2012

Yaaa this is all sorts of messed up. You married YH and that means his children are now part of your family too. I agree it certainly may not be your ideal situation, nonetheless he is a kid - your husbands son and your stepson! Most kids go through an awkward, annoying phase. Perhaps if you allow yourself to play a more active than polite role you may find your current judgement to be flawed.

Eta: sorry, bumping via my phone. That was in reference to the jersey cowgirl

Also, I can't think of an UO.

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