February 2016 Moms
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So, our board is only going to get more active as the months go on since we are still at the "beginning of the month" due dates.
Might as well start having fun and getting to know each other!
Post a GTKY question and answer all questions!
Might as well start having fun and getting to know each other!
Post a GTKY question and answer all questions!
Benjamin born on - 4/5/12
BFP 12/31/14, EDD 9/08/14 ~ Natural M/C 2/21/14 at 11.5 weeks
BFP 5/24/15 - EDD 2/4/16
BFP 12/31/14, EDD 9/08/14 ~ Natural M/C 2/21/14 at 11.5 weeks
BFP 5/24/15 - EDD 2/4/16
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BFP 12/31/14, EDD 9/08/14 ~ Natural M/C 2/21/14 at 11.5 weeks
BFP 5/24/15 - EDD 2/4/16
BFP 12/31/14, EDD 9/08/14 ~ Natural M/C 2/21/14 at 11.5 weeks
BFP 5/24/15 - EDD 2/4/16
Pizza toppings...I usually go for light sauce, extra cheese. But I love bacon or pepperoni too. Totally lame, I know.
BFP 12/31/14, EDD 9/08/14 ~ Natural M/C 2/21/14 at 11.5 weeks
BFP 5/24/15 - EDD 2/4/16
Pepperoni
Gtky: tell me about your pets?
Gtky: tell me about your pets?
I have two pets, a 2 year old golden retriever named Sherlock. We got him when he was 9 weeks old. And a year old lab/dane named Zelda that we rescued from the Humane Society on my first day of volunteering there! lol
ETA: Zelda is the dog in my profile picture!
BFP 12/31/14, EDD 9/08/14 ~ Natural M/C 2/21/14 at 11.5 weeks
BFP 5/24/15 - EDD 2/4/16
Married since 8/7/10
Pizza Topping: I love all the cheese and pepperoni.
Pets: We have a black cat named Jack
I am an extrovert for sure.
Push Presents: I have never gotten one. I feel like a baby is present enough. I wouldn't turn one down though either
GTKY: What is the temp where you live right now? It is 90 here right now.
Edit: b/c formatting is hard
Feb16 August Siggy Challenge
Favorite TV Mom
I'm a SAHM/student/Etsy shop owner. Hobbies: Hiking, biking (bicycles, not motorcycles), reading, crafting
Pizza Toppings?
Cheese and olives
Pets:
One cat, named Alice. She's about two years old, but tiny like a kitten.
Introvert/Extrovert:
Extrovert, all the way. I'm an ENFP.
Push Present:
Whatever floats your boat. I didn't get one because I didn't tell my husband about it, but whatevs.
Temp where I live:
63 and sunny
NEW QUESTION: Favorite TV show(s)?
The West Wing, Friends, Call the Midwife, Gilmore Girls, New Girl, The Office, Parks and Rec, HIMYM, Grey's Anatomy
I'm an ISFJ, lol so introverted! Mostly only because I like keeping to myself. But funnily enough I am VERY sociable in the internet and when I actually get out.
Push Presents
I don't think people should demand/expect them, but if your DH wants to give you one then whatever. My opinion is no though because he already does enough for me during pregnancy.
What is the temp where you live right now?
Weather Channel App says 85, with a high of 92.. High 90s the entire rest of the week!
Favorite TV show(s)?
I watch so many shows!!! I just caught up on Calling the Midwife, love love it! I also watch Friends regularly, Grey's, Bones, Bachelor(ette), any sort of weight loss shows, pretty much anything on ABC Family, Big Bang Theory, HIMYM...hmm there's a lot others too.
BFP 12/31/14, EDD 9/08/14 ~ Natural M/C 2/21/14 at 11.5 weeks
BFP 5/24/15 - EDD 2/4/16
It's not a show, but I'm a totes Harry Potter fan. Sorry, Maggie Smith made me think of this. lol
BFP 12/31/14, EDD 9/08/14 ~ Natural M/C 2/21/14 at 11.5 weeks
BFP 5/24/15 - EDD 2/4/16
Married since 8/7/10
Feb16 August Siggy Challenge
Favorite TV Mom
That's just silly! My push present will be the baby, thanks!
Job/hobbies: full time ICU nurse, part time masters student, I play World of Warcradt (I'm a raider so ya I'm dedicated lol) and recently starting playing with writing novel length stories.
Pizza toppings: pepperoni or plain cheese! Unless you can find a Cici's who still does the bacon cheddar ranch pizza.
Pets: I have a 12 year old mutt who is my genius named JJ. He's around 70lbs. I have an about a year old half bloodhound had we think German Shepard. He's so sweet but so energetic. We have a turtle, too.
Intro/extrovert: At work, mostly extrovert. But definitely introvert in situations outside of my comfort zone (which is basically anywhere except work or home).
Push presents...it would be cool if it was his idea. But, alas, the hubs, I love him, but unless it's outlined explicitly for him, it ain't happening, and I'm too cheap to say I want one.
Temp outside: 86, sunny, and muggy!!!
Favorite tv show: FRIENDS! I own all of them. Game of Thrones. I'm watching Younger right now, too.
New question: what does your significant other do? (Mine is in loss prevention. He left being a police officer a few years back)
Edited to add my answer to my new questions.
My Ridiculous Chart
My husband is a 25B (Information Technology Specialist) in the Army.
BFP 12/31/14, EDD 9/08/14 ~ Natural M/C 2/21/14 at 11.5 weeks
BFP 5/24/15 - EDD 2/4/16
I'm finishing up my postdoc in primary care mental health integration. In September, I'll be starting a position as a pain psychologist. And I just passed my licensure exam today!!
Pizza Toppings?
Any kind of bell pepper but nothing beats a good supreme
Pets:
A 4 year old yorkie bischon mix who has decided she must be touching me at all times now
depends on the situation
Push Present:
Totally up to Dh
Temp where I live:
67 and sunny
Who is your favorite author or what are you reading now?
My favorite author is Dean Koontz, I have an extremely large collection, haha. I'm gonna be reading Red Queen soon I think.
BFP 12/31/14, EDD 9/08/14 ~ Natural M/C 2/21/14 at 11.5 weeks
BFP 5/24/15 - EDD 2/4/16
Carpenter/Contractor
Fave author/reading now:
Jodi Picoult, JK Rowling, Leif Enger, Kristin Hannah, Lois Lowry, Elizabeth Gilbert... that's what I can think of off the top of my head for fave authors. There are lots more.
I'm reading textbooks right now. :P I don't read as much for pleasure when I have schoolwork to do.
Pizza Toppings?
All the cheese
Pets:
A 5 year old beagle and a 7 year old kitty cat. They are my babies.
Introvert/Extrovert:
I'm an extrovert once I get comfortable
Push Present:
I have never even heard of this...
Tell where I live:
89 sunny & humid
Favorite TV show(s)?
The Walking Dead, Modern Family, Workaholics, Once Upon a Time
Who is your favorite author or what are you reading now?: I don't have a favorite author. Although, I really like Chuck Palahniuk.
SO's job: Land Surveyer
New Question: If you could have a super power what would it be?
MC June 2015
MC January 2016
Compound Hetero MTHFR Gene Mutation
Aside from the obvious teleportation, I would want to be like Mystique so I can change my looks and imperfections. lol
BFP 12/31/14, EDD 9/08/14 ~ Natural M/C 2/21/14 at 11.5 weeks
BFP 5/24/15 - EDD 2/4/16
Super power: turn back time (like a time turner in Harry Potter!) I could get sooooo much done! I'd only need it at home! Do home work, ten back time, clean the house, turn back time, take a nap, ok caught up with the day!
My Ridiculous Chart
Pizza Toppings: Extra cheese please!
Pets: A 5 year old mini dachshund
Introvert/Extrovert: Generally an introvert
Push Present: I don't totally see the point, but hey, I wouldn't complain if someone decided to give me one
Temp where I live: 85 & sunny
Favorite TV show(s): Grey's Anatomy, Veep, Parks & Rec (so sad it's over!), House of Cards, starting to binge watch Mad Men
Who is your favorite author or what are you reading now: I usually start reading for fun again in the summer....I'll admit it, Nicholas Sparks.
SO's job: Environmental Consultant
If you could have a super power what would it be? This is hard....I don't know if it's a super power, but I always feel tired (even before pg) and like to get my sleep...so if I could have unlimited energy, that would be awesome!
New Question: What is the most recent song you listened to/heard on the radio today? "Budapest" by George Ezra
I don't remember, so right now I'm going to listen tooooo...... "Shot Me Down" by David Guetta
BFP 12/31/14, EDD 9/08/14 ~ Natural M/C 2/21/14 at 11.5 weeks
BFP 5/24/15 - EDD 2/4/16
Then I'm going to "Screan and Shout" by Will.i.am and Britney Spears.
BFP 12/31/14, EDD 9/08/14 ~ Natural M/C 2/21/14 at 11.5 weeks
BFP 5/24/15 - EDD 2/4/16
Pizza Toppings? Sausage
Pets: 2 big dogs--Gracie is our 10 year old American Bulldog who became a tripawd early this year due to a cancer diagnosis. She's doing great and has the best attitude. Denver is our 4 year old white German Shepherd
Introvert/Extrovert: Mainly introvert. Once I'm comfortable I'm definitely more extroverted
Push Present: Um, Hubs can get me a Schlotzsky's. It's across the street from the hospital
Temp where I live: 96 & sunny
Favorite TV show(s)? Scandal & Modern Family
Who is your favorite author or what are you reading now?: I've really just had time to read textbooks lately. I did enjoy the Hunger Games series most recently.
SO's job: Marketing Director
If you could have a super power what would it be? Teleportation is the obvious choice, yes? How about the Mary Poppins snap your fingers and it's done power? That would be awesome.
Pizza toppings: I like plain, how boring am I?!
Pets: I have a 9.5 year old beagle named Jack! I also foster dogs for a local rescue so I currently have a little 19lb chihuahua/terrier mix named Archie who is looking for his forever home.
Intro/extrovert: I'm mostly an introvert. I feel uncomfortable in situations where I don't know anyone, but I'm much more out going with people I already know as well as in business situations.
Push presents: I hate the term "push present" but I love the idea of a sentimental heirloom present. My mom passed away when I was 26 and my dad had given her a pave diamond ring when I was born and now it's very special to me.
Temp outside: Hot and humid! High 80's today.
Favorite tv show: I also love Friends! I love to watch old reruns of sitcoms. For current TV I like Big Bang Theory and The Blacklist. I also watch The Chew everyday
What does your significant other do? My husband is a marketing director for a food company and he's also working on his MBA
For a living, I'm a software engineer at a large silicon valley tech company. My husband is an engineer at a robotics startup. Our four year old is stoked that his dad literally builds robots. :-)
I'm an extrovert. ENTP for the full spec.
I read a lot. My favorite authors at the moment are Salman Rushdie and Peter Watts. I also loved the Oryx and Crake series by Margaret Atwood.
Push presents: probably won't get one but wouldn't say no!
Pets: 2 cats. One of them is attached to our son like white on rice, the other is our cat.
What do you do for a living? I am a Specialist at the Apple Store in King of Prussia
Pizza Toppings?
Cheese, just cheese (Vegetarian)
Pets:
My fur baby is named Koda, she is a red haired miniature dachshund!
Introvert/Extrovert:
Definitely an Extrovert but when I get home from work i'm a total introvert.
Push Present:
Never heard of this but my birthday is Feb.2 so I guess the baby will be my push present!
Temp where I live:
81 and sunny
Favorite TV show(s)?
The Walking Dead, Game of Thrones, The Bachelorette, American Horror Story, Breaking Bad (when it was on), VEEP (My favorite show), Broad City, House of Cards
Who is your favorite author or what are you reading now?: I love J.K Rowling, and I may be re-reading the Fifty Shades books
SO's job: Senior Sales Engineer
DS - 22 Months 1/29/16
BFP 12/31/14, EDD 9/08/14 ~ Natural M/C 2/21/14 at 11.5 weeks
BFP 5/24/15 - EDD 2/4/16
First concert: I don't remember... I think Steven Curtis Chapman (my dad was a pastor, haha).