Tuesday chat..

Eastie156 · August 2014

I couldn't think of anything witty, sorry ladies. Whatcha got today?

Eastie156 · August 2014

This is my morning so far. Hang on, it's super biiitchy.

Dropped and cracked my iphone (the one that I just got from Verizon about a month ago to replace my other that unexpectedly died)

Our broker just agreed without our consent for us to pay part of wood flooring cost on a room that should've been hardwood in the first place. There was no mention of it in the P&S, but she went ahead and told the builder we'd pay it. FTW.

My co-worker sent me a snarky email and cc'd my boss on it about something that I should've done. Because she's the office manager, she apparently thinks she's my boss. Let's be clear. She's not.

BeebopandBuddy · August 2014

I'm already feeling super burnt out at my job. I've been here less than a month. The first two weeks were crazy slow. Then my boss signed us on to help other departments. Cue everyone in the world falling apart. Now I'm running like a maniac all day and I barely have any idea what I'm doing. She's been out sick the last two days and I really don't know what to do with everything that she put on my plate while telling me she would be here to show me.

MarisaKathleen · August 2014

I haven't had a baby yet. FYI, I'm 1000% fine with that. I'm hoping to be induced on 9/2 so I can get through the official first week of school and finish stuff at home. I have a feeling my doc is going to look at me tomorrow and nix that idea and I'll have a baby by this weekend, but I'm still hopeful for 9/2.

I have all the same symptoms I had with Nancy when they induced me due to pre-e....swelling that won't go down, dizziness, headache that's been constant since Saturday, BP of almost 140/80....I think my body just isn't into being pregnant this long. I had Nanc at 38w4d. Aside from feeling dizzy all the time and not being able to put on any shoes other than flip flops, I really don't feel bad though.

I don't know why my co-workers keep looking at me with pity and saying "aw, you're still here??" Really. It's totally fine. I sit at a desk. If I were sitting at home, I'd be playing with Nancy all day, which is far more exhausting. This is nothing.

AlinnJo · August 2014

@Eastie156‌ Yuck! You have a right to bitch! I'm terrified that my phone will crack one of the many times Quinn grabs it and chucks it. Do you have insurance? And can you retract your brokers agreement that you'd pay for the flooring? What was she thinking?

@BeebopandBuddy‌ I'm sorry you're feeling overwhelmed. Can you send her an email asking for help? I hate being super busy and not knowing how to get some work done. I hope things get better for you.

I have a total FWP. My H got me a new car in May. I absolutely love it but it has like 5 small problems that are driving me nuts. I finally called to make a warranty appointment and I know it's going to take all day. I feel like the service guy was eye rolling me when I was telling him what was wrong. I know they are small problems but it's a freaking new car. And it wasn't cheap. Shit should be working.

Kissty · August 2014

First off I have absolutely no enthusiam for today. I really don't feel like being here at work. That seems to be everyday though. Second, and this sounds silly typing it out but...DS will be starting daycare on 9/17 for 3 days a week. He will go on 9/4 for a 1/2 day to meet everyone. I am so nervous about this. All I want to do is cry over it. Silly I know but damn I thought it would be easy. He is watched by his Great Grandma (who by the way is BSC in my opinion) but has his best interests at heart. I had no nervousness with that after the first intial few weeks. Ahhh!

Holly_1007 · August 2014

@shiggybop‌ siggy is messing with my mobile formatting so bad. Sorry for the call out girl.

BeebopandBuddy · August 2014

Also, I've been getting everything together for Ethan's party at the end of September. I'm ordering things, making lists, figuring every detail out. All I have asked DH to do is book the hotel we are staying at (party is in NY). He books through SD since she gets a discount and there are a limited number of rooms we can book. I told him I need a room with a kitchen where we have stayed before so that I can prep all of the food the morning of. I have asked him 4 times so far. If we can't get the room we need because he doesn't book in time, I'm going to lose it.

Holly_1007 · August 2014

I got all the 2t clothes washed for Colby, then realized I have no room in his closet/ dresser for any of it because all his 24 month stuff still fits.

kelbel527 · August 2014

@Eastie156 - Ugh, I'd be pissed at the broker. Is there anyway to rescind at this point?

@beebopandbuddy - Is she checking her emails? I'd bug her with questions. When I'm out sick, I'm always checking email to help my team. Especially if I had a new person.

@MarisaKathleen - I was in zero hurry to have Aedan, I just wasn't ready to give up only having one kid. Yet, every day at work, I got that pity look. It doesn't help that I was gigantic by the end of both my pregnancies. 9 1/2 lb babies didn't look good on me.

Hope your little guy safely cooks a little longer. GL!

On my side - I'm a little obsessed with watching the webcam at Brody's new 4K school. But then when I see him walking around watching the other kids instead of playing with them, it makes me sad. I need to stop. I know this will only last a few weeks before he finds his BFFs, but I know this part is hard on him.

Holly_1007 · August 2014

The worst part about having 5 kids in my house all day is my dogs. They have been so out of control since H left. I can't even have them in the house if there is food out. Yesterday our little dog jumped onto the table and started eating one of the kids oatmeal. But every single time I put them outside all they do is bark. I can't win and they are taking all of my patience right now.

BeebopandBuddy · August 2014

I don't want to bug my boss because she is having pregnancy complications, so it's more than just being sick and I know she is so stressed. She's been in and out of the hospital and has a three year old at home, so I'm trying hard to be the least of her problems. I'm just going to do what I can on my own for as long as I can. Hopefully she will be back or, worst case scenario, her boss will be back from vacation next week and I can start bugging her.

Kissty · August 2014

@kelbel527 I was hoping Brody was a happy camper after yesterday. I'm sure he'll grow to love it.

@marisaKathleen Feel better girlie not much longer. I was induced due to pre-e too so I know how bad it feels.

@AlinnJo Hate car issues. Even when it's minor. The dealership thinks I'm a nut job. Go figure.

@Bobkat22 Feel better hun. Keep that LO inside.

ETA because I can't spell

Holly_1007 · August 2014

BobKat22 said:

The worst part about having 5 kids in my house all day is my dogs. They have been so out of control since H left. I can't even have them in the house if there is food out. Yesterday our little dog jumped onto the table and started eating one of the kids oatmeal. But every single time I put them outside all they do is bark. I can't win and they are taking all of my patience right now.
Can you put them in a room during the day?

all they do is bark because they can hear us in the house.

Kissty · August 2014

@Eastie156 I'd be so mad at the broker WTH. Can you take it out of her commission. Bet she'd ask next time.

kelbel527 · August 2014

Thanks @Kissty! He seems happy-ish so far, he's just shy. So he watches the other kids instead of playing with them. But he was already talking about his new friend Cody, so I know it will be quick before he's talking about all his friends at his new school.

@beebopandbuddy - That makes more sense. I was just thinking she was out for something simple. Is there anyone else that can help you around there? Someone who has been there longer that might know what your boss is looking for? GL! Hopefully it gets better soon.

hmp1 · August 2014

Holly_1007 said:

I got all the 2t clothes washed for Colby, then realized I have no room in his closet/ dresser for any of it because all his 24 month stuff still fits.

I need to do this. I have been so good about not buying anything for Leo because I went way over board with spring/summer new clothes for him. I think I should have enough good hand me downs to not get him anything for fall/winter except a few special pieces. FX I stick to this plan.

I'm also having a hard time pulling the trigger on pants for James. I really want to take advantage of the Labor Day sales but I cannot decide if he will be in 4T or 5T by the time we are in pants weather.

kelbel527 · August 2014

Holly_1007 said:

BobKat22 said:

The worst part about having 5 kids in my house all day is my dogs. They have been so out of control since H left. I can't even have them in the house if there is food out. Yesterday our little dog jumped onto the table and started eating one of the kids oatmeal. But every single time I put them outside all they do is bark. I can't win and they are taking all of my patience right now.
Can you put them in a room during the day?

all they do is bark because they can hear us in the house.

Do you have anyone who can watch them for a few days? I know you said you're watching some other kids this week - that's just short-term right? Maybe someone can help with the dogs while you're trying to wrangle 5 kids?

Our dogs are awful when DH isn't home. They bark constantly because they go into protective mode with DH being gone. It takes every ounce of patience I have to deal with barking. Maybe they'll calm down once they get used to your H being gone?

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hmp1 · August 2014

Eastie156 said:

This is my morning so far. Hang on, it's super biiitchy.
Our broker just agreed without our consent for us to pay part of wood flooring cost on a room that should've been hardwood in the first place. There was no mention of it in the P&S, but she went ahead and told the builder we'd pay it. FTW.

Sounds like she needs to be paying for this out of her commission.

MarisaKathleen · August 2014

The Price is Right is doing a male model search. I have never understood why they needed any models at all on that show.

BeebopandBuddy · August 2014

We have pants issues too. He's 3t on top. 2t pants fit in the waist but are still way too long. I'm going to have to just roll them up I guess.

Holly_1007 · August 2014

kelbel527 said:

Holly_1007 said:

BobKat22 said:

The worst part about having 5 kids in my house all day is my dogs. They have been so out of control since H left. I can't even have them in the house if there is food out. Yesterday our little dog jumped onto the table and started eating one of the kids oatmeal. But every single time I put them outside all they do is bark. I can't win and they are taking all of my patience right now.
Can you put them in a room during the day?

all they do is bark because they can hear us in the house.

Do you have anyone who can watch them for a few days? I know you said you're watching some other kids this week - that's just short-term right? Maybe someone can help with the dogs while you're trying to wrangle 5 kids?

Our dogs are awful when DH isn't home. They bark constantly because they go into protective mode with DH being gone. It takes every ounce of patience I have to deal with barking. Maybe they'll calm down once they get used to your H being gone?

haha no. Everyone knows what jerks my dogs are. No one will take them. These kids are getting picked up at 2:30 today then I am done. Their parents teach in a different school district that started school a few days before the kids. They start school tomorrow.

MarisaKathleen · August 2014

We're having a fish party for Nancy's birthday and my Mom told me I need to order balloons. I'm currently on hold with my 3rd party store looking for a fish balloon to be made into a balloon bouquet. Can anyone explain to me why the hell balloons are so expensive? Is there some helium shortage I'm unaware of that's causing an influx in price, or has it just been so long since I've bought balloons that I didn't realize it was going to cost me $20 a bouquet for some stupid balloons that will last 8-12 hours, unless I pay the extra 30 cents per balloon for them to last 2-3 days.....

Kissty · August 2014

MarisaKathleen said:

We're having a fish party for Nancy's birthday and my Mom told me I need to order balloons. I'm currently on hold with my 3rd party store looking for a fish balloon to be made into a balloon bouquet. Can anyone explain to me why the hell balloons are so expensive? Is there some helium shortage I'm unaware of that's causing an influx in price, or has it just been so long since I've bought balloons that I didn't realize it was going to cost me $20 a bouquet for some stupid balloons that will last 8-12 hours, unless I pay the extra 30 cents per balloon for them to last 2-3 days.....

What about doing them yourself? Party City sells the little kit with the tank and all. It's waaaay cheaper.

jenndub · August 2014

I never have balloons at our parties. They annoy me.

tyrannasaurusjess · August 2014

MarisaKathleen said:
We're having a fish party for Nancy's birthday and my Mom told me I need to order balloons. I'm currently on hold with my 3rd party store looking for a fish balloon to be made into a balloon bouquet. Can anyone explain to me why the hell balloons are so expensive? Is there some helium shortage I'm unaware of that's causing an influx in price, or has it just been so long since I've bought balloons that I didn't realize it was going to cost me $20 a bouquet for some stupid balloons that will last 8-12 hours, unless I pay the extra 30 cents per balloon for them to last 2-3 days.....

I think there actually is a helium shortage! I went through the same thing last year for Jasper's party. It was much cheaper to buy a little boxed tank of helium. I got mine at Dollar General! I think it was $20 and came with a bunch of balloons too!

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hmp1 · August 2014

jenndub said:

I never have balloons at our parties. They annoy me.

I like to use balloons strung up (no helium), but helium balloons annoy the crap out of me outside. I had some for the first time at Leo's party last year and the little bit of wind sent those things all over the place.

melody921 · August 2014

MarisaKathleen said:

We're having a fish party for Nancy's birthday and my Mom told me I need to order balloons. I'm currently on hold with my 3rd party store looking for a fish balloon to be made into a balloon bouquet. Can anyone explain to me why the hell balloons are so expensive? Is there some helium shortage I'm unaware of that's causing an influx in price, or has it just been so long since I've bought balloons that I didn't realize it was going to cost me $20 a bouquet for some stupid balloons that will last 8-12 hours, unless I pay the extra 30 cents per balloon for them to last 2-3 days.....

Balloons can get crazy expensive. I'd say f- the fish.

melody921 · August 2014

I told myself months ago that I was going to master the art of fondant enough to make a cool cake for DD's bday. Now that it's 3 weeks away and I've not worked with fondant once is making me think cupcakes are a great alternative.

melody921 · August 2014

DS is getting too smart for me, and it's stressing me out. He has started to piece together family roles, regarding why he has so many grandparents (everyone is divorced; everyone except my mom is remarried). So he was rattling people off the other night, saying "Grandmom is your step-mom, daddy," etc. Then he got to my father's wife, who I didn't even meet until DS was 2.5 and who my kids know only by her first name, rather than a grandmother name, and he says, "And she is your step-mom, Mommy." Like hell. And the day my mom hears him refer to this woman that way, it's going to be a very ugly scene.

MarisaKathleen · August 2014

You guys always make me laugh. :-) Thank you so much for that.

1. I had no idea that there is in fact a helium shortage. DH the nerd confirmed it.

2. I didn't know I could buy my own helium tank and DIY. It's still $45+ to do that.

3. Screw balloons. I'm over it.

The party is my immediate family, DH's immediate family & my aunt & uncle. I don't think any of them are going to judge me for not having balloons.

smb+jab · August 2014

Add me to the group for pants issues! I bought a bunch of 24mn and 2T pants for Grant from which i got a really good deal on: sale plus coupon and I put them on and the all fall down

The kid is too damn skinny - He eats like a horse but i cannot fatten him up! I think i can only buy pants with the adjustable waists....

Eastie156 · August 2014

hmp1 said:

Eastie156 said:

This is my morning so far. Hang on, it's super biiitchy.
Our broker just agreed without our consent for us to pay part of wood flooring cost on a room that should've been hardwood in the first place. There was no mention of it in the P&S, but she went ahead and told the builder we'd pay it. FTW.

Sounds like she needs to be paying for this out of her commission.

We told her no way. Waiting for the builder's response now.

Eastie156 · August 2014

AlinnJo said:

@Eastie156‌ Yuck! You have a right to bitch! I'm terrified that my phone will crack one of the many times Quinn grabs it and chucks it. Do you have insurance? And can you retract your brokers agreement that you'd pay for the flooring? What was she thinking?

@BeebopandBuddy‌ I'm sorry you're feeling overwhelmed. Can you send her an email asking for help? I hate being super busy and not knowing how to get some work done. I hope things get better for you.

I have a total FWP. My H got me a new car in May. I absolutely love it but it has like 5 small problems that are driving me nuts. I finally called to make a warranty appointment and I know it's going to take all day. I feel like the service guy was eye rolling me when I was telling him what was wrong. I know they are small problems but it's a freaking new car. And it wasn't cheap. Shit should be working.

I can't believe I dropped it! What a clutz. Insurance probably won't cover it... I'm going to check but they basically gave me this phone for free last month.

tinyhumantoe · August 2014

I'm with some really dreadful people for the next two days

I really don't like these folks and I have to be with them all day, take them to dinner, and all day tomorrow.

My choices for pants are
a) non-pregnancy black dress capris that either look weird not buttoned or muffin top me to a strange configuration, or
b) maternity black jeans cuffed to capri length from H&M that are less professional, they fall down, but my stomach area looks better. They are heavy though, and it's going to be 91 degrees here.

kelbel527 · August 2014

tinyhumantoe said:

I'm with some really dreadful people for the next two days I really don't like these folks and I have to be with them all day, take them to dinner, and all day tomorrow.

My choices for pants are
a) non-pregnancy black dress capris that either look weird not buttoned or muffin top me to a strange configuration, or
b) maternity black jeans cuffed to capri length from H&M that are less professional, they fall down, but my stomach area looks better. They are heavy though, and it's going to be 91 degrees here.

Do you have a bellaband to help with the black capris?

kelbel527 · August 2014

I'm supposed to be having lunch with a co-worker and it looks like she's stuck in a meeting. I am waiting for her to get out of her meeting, but in the meantime, I'm starving. I like to eat lunch early, so this is killing me!

MarisaKathleen · August 2014

kelbel527 said:

tinyhumantoe said:

I'm with some really dreadful people for the next two days I really don't like these folks and I have to be with them all day, take them to dinner, and all day tomorrow.

My choices for pants are
a) non-pregnancy black dress capris that either look weird not buttoned or muffin top me to a strange configuration, or
b) maternity black jeans cuffed to capri length from H&M that are less professional, they fall down, but my stomach area looks better. They are heavy though, and it's going to be 91 degrees here.

Do you have a bellaband to help with the black capris?

I only bought 1 pair of maternity work pants and am still using my belly band. Today I think my band is giving up, as I've had to hike it up around 38 times today. Not attractive.

THT, if you can make a Target run and get a band, I'd go that route.

MarisaKathleen · August 2014

https://foodbabe.com/2014/08/25/starbucks-pumpkin-spice-latte/

My FB newsfeed is going bananas over this article.

Seriously. Why were so many of my FB friends idiots who believed that Starbucks was good for them?

Also, the comments at the end of the article are fantastic. People don't care that they're being served non-vegan, overpriced swill so much as they care that Starbucks supports Planned Parenthood and PP kills babies. Seriously. If you have 10 minutes to waste be aware that your head will probably hurt from all the times you'll have to say "huh?" outloud to yourself.

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