It's too hot to sleep but I'm tired and I don't wanna get up and go all the way downstairs to the thermostat and I have to leave for preschool pickup in 15 minutes. I need someone to come to my house and turn down the air conditioning. If you do you can go ahead and grab one of my secret cookies as a thank you.
I finally invited Will's mom (AKA Kim) over for coffee and they're going to come over next weekend! I even specifically invited her for coffee and didn't use a play date as the invitation, even though that is implied. Hopefully we hit it off! I'm stupidly excited about this.
One thing I think has become obvious is that most moms would like more mom friends, as we've all talked about. So if you meet a nice mom, take a leap of faith! You most likely won't be rejected!
There are way more exclamation points in this post than I would normally find acceptable. But I'm excited!!!
Yesterday I went on a walk with the dog and saw a mom walking with a baby about the same age. I almost went up and talked to her but I talked myself out if it because I thought she might think that was weird. I am kinda kicking myself now because she clearly lives right by me and who knows. It is funny because the quest for local mom friends almost feels like dating again
I tried to make a connection with my neighbor who has a 3 month old. She was sitting outside with her husband (maybe boyfriend) watching their other kids ride bikes. I was walking to get the mail. I asked her about her baby and how it was going back to work etc etc. Her baby daddy was smoking a cigarette and yelling at all the kids. She didn't seem interested in taking to me and he was giving me a really dirty look. First mom friend attempt was a really uncomfortable fail.
There is a mom I've been talking to when I see her out with her kids. I told her to find me on FB and she did yesterday!!! She's supposed to let me know when the kids are out playing so we can come visit. Fingers crossed. She seems really down to earth
When my sister (twin) and I were babies my mom met someone on a walk with a baby and chickened out asking for her number so she stalked her and put a note in her mailbox later that day! When we moved from Boston they started having a "girls weekend" every year and they just got back from their 20th one! I remind myself of that story all the time and STILL can't work up the nerve to ask someone on a friend-date.
I tried to make a connection with my neighbor who has a 3 month old. She was sitting outside with her husband (maybe boyfriend) watching their other kids ride bikes. I was walking to get the mail. I asked her about her baby and how it was going back to work etc etc. Her baby daddy was smoking a cigarette and yelling at all the kids. She didn't seem interested in taking to me and he was giving me a really dirty look. First mom friend attempt was a really uncomfortable fail.
Sounds like a success - your need for a mom friend still exists and you don't have to settle for a woman attached to a yucky man like that!
So... DH has a cold. Now I'm trying to keep LO and myself from catching it. He acts like it isn't a big deal, but I really don't want my 3 month old getting sick! Ugh.
I think I threw my back out doing the monkey bars too many times at the park. Stupid but was trying to sneak in a workout. Finally weighed LO, 19.6 lbs. I'm nervous I'm not going to be able to pull him out of the crib tonight!
I must say... I'm very OCD when it comes to being clean. Then I find out someone is concerned with how many times you clean a 2.5x1.5 plastic container that only comes in contact with soap and water... And then rinsed well... Hmmm=mind blown
I guess I'm glad this is the consensus...I haven't cleaned it beyond the rinsing it out either but then he pees in there I think I should maybe actually clean it next time (though it hasn't happened yet:))
Pee.. Nah.. Easily rinsed and sterile. But as @hoodoll82 said, when and if he poops it will get more than a rinse ...
I tried to make a connection with my neighbor who has a 3 month old. She was sitting outside with her husband (maybe boyfriend) watching their other kids ride bikes. I was walking to get the mail. I asked her about her baby and how it was going back to work etc etc. Her baby daddy was smoking a cigarette and yelling at all the kids. She didn't seem interested in taking to me and he was giving me a really dirty look. First mom friend attempt was a really uncomfortable fail.
Sounds like a success - your need for a mom friend still exists and you don't have to settle for a woman attached to a yucky man like that!
Did we ever hear if @Westypet 's baby Jack was doing ok? Are we missing any other regulars? I know @finchfeeder80 decided not to post as often. I still think of @bowloforanges1327 and these ladies often.
Did we ever hear if @Westypet 's baby Jack was doing ok? Are we missing any other regulars? I know @finchfeeder80 decided not to post as often. I still think of @bowloforanges1327 and these ladies often.
Frankengibbs too, would love to hear from all those ladies
@virginiaunicorn11 I guess I should look at it that way!! I just thought it would be so nice to have a mom friend who was also my neighbor. I've been wanting to make her my friend for months! Total disappointment.
a little less than an hour ago i got the strangest feeling, i had this unquenchable thirst, i drank half a regular sized bottle of sprite, chugged some chocolate milk and downed a whole bottle of water. not sure if i feel better now though.
I need some of you nurses to weigh in? Is my fracture at risk of not healing or healing slower because I'm EBF. My doctor mentioned a nonunion and possibly surgery, but said it was highly unlikely and he felt it would heal just fine in the boot. Someone mentioned my bones might be weaker right now because I'm breastfeeding and of course I'm freaking out.
@klkonwi and @HayesRN13 and anyone else you can talk me off the wheel of worry I'm on....
I need some of you nurses to weigh in? Is my fracture at risk of not healing or healing slower because I'm EBF. My doctor mentioned a nonunion and possibly surgery, but said it was highly unlikely and he felt it would heal just fine in the boot. Someone mentioned my bones might be weaker right now because I'm breastfeeding and of course I'm freaking out.
@klkonwi and @HayesRN13 and anyone else you can talk me off the wheel of worry I'm on....
Gurrrllll... Think about what we would have said when we were all pregnant. Your doctor said it was highly unlikely it wouldn't heal! And some random got you thinking otherwise. And now you're asking Internet "strangers" their opinion.
(I would also totally do all of this, btw! But you asked someone to talk you down. So I'm channeling my angry pregnant self and telling you to believe your doc who says you're gonna heal.)
I'm so sorry you're in this spot. Hope your aunt's visit will be the consolation it seemed at first.
It is so crazy to realize a new June(16)board has started, the whole journey has been wonderful, challenging, but wonderful. It is so cool to think about where we were at this time last year and where we are now!
I have only posted one other time( in the DH rants/raves, go figure it was rant), but I think of you all as my friends and it's so cool/uplifting/reassuring to see how much we've grown from the snarkiness(which is very appreciated) to these softy moms. And now a whole new crew is starting. Sorry for the long comment, I am just amazed at where we all were and what we have been through and then where we are now!
Aww @mellymar that was an awesome video... Tears are falling for sure. I can picture LO growing up and us having that same connection. The bond we are developing is already so special.
It is so crazy to realize a new June(16)board has started, the whole journey has been wonderful, challenging, but wonderful. It is so cool to think about where we were at this time last year and where we are now!
I have only posted one other time( in the DH rants/raves, go figure it was rant), but I think of you all as my friends and it's so cool/uplifting/reassuring to see how much we've grown from the snarkiness(which is very appreciated) to these softy moms. And now a whole new crew is starting. Sorry for the long comment, I am just amazed at where we all were and what we have been through and then where we are now!
If only those who left die to the snark could see us now lol.
I need some of you nurses to weigh in? Is my fracture at risk of not healing or healing slower because I'm EBF. My doctor mentioned a nonunion and possibly surgery, but said it was highly unlikely and he felt it would heal just fine in the boot. Someone mentioned my bones might be weaker right now because I'm breastfeeding and of course I'm freaking out.
@klkonwi and @HayesRN13 and anyone else you can talk me off the wheel of worry I'm on....
Get off ledge girl trust your docs and don't listen to negative others what ifs .. Wishing you a fast recovery!
Two things 1) I def need to sit and Bump for a bit this weekend to get caught up on whats going on on here! School starting has kicked my butt. 2) I bought LO one of those bandana bibs for spit up and drool, and it squishes up on him sometimes so when I look over all I can see are his eyes and he looks like a little outlaw. I love it!
Of course then I move it from his face so he doesn't suffocate (maybe not even possible, but i think about it?), but its still cute for a second!
I bought LO one of those bandana bibs for spit up and drool, and it squishes up on him sometimes so when I look over all I can see are his eyes and he looks like a little outlaw. I love it!
Of course then I move it from his face so he doesn't suffocate (maybe not even possible, but i think about it?), but its still cute for a second!
One of my little dude's new things is to grab his blanket with one or both hands and pull it up to his face. He looks like a little guy trying to play hide and seek underneath the covers, cause you can see his eyes peeking out and when I make eye contact and smile, he smiles back and you can see it in his eyes. Or he'll have the blanket against his mouth and give me a look like 'what? No. No, of course I wasn't trying to eat the blanket. Psshhhaw.' (Mmmm, blanket)
My DH decided he wanted to bring donuts in today to bribe the daycare teachers into loving LO the most. As they were leaving today I heard him telling her how much she was going to be held today, LOL.
@amccoy129 as long as you take your prenatals and don't listen to your friends you will be golden lol..... I hope your fracture heals quickly!!! I cannot imagine having a baby and being in a boot!
@klkonwi thank you! It's not fun, but I'm just thankful I'm not on crutches!
My biggest problem is going to be staying in the boot for the length of time I'm supposed to. I'm one of THOSE. When the foot feels better it's going to be a struggle to leave the boot on. Luckily my DH is a rule follower, so as long as he's home that boot will be on.
So, DH and I aren't terrible parents for seriously considering going to an alefest tomorrow, and bringing LO, are we? LO likes to be out and about, its going to be a perfect fall day (temps right around 60), and the event is outside in a park. And... There's beer. :-\" (I scrutinized the photos from last year and saw in one the corner of someone carrying a carseat, so...)
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Eta: gif issues
Are we missing any other regulars? I know @finchfeeder80 decided not to post as often.
I still think of @bowloforanges1327 and these ladies often.
@klkonwi and @HayesRN13 and anyone else you can talk me off the wheel of worry I'm on....
(I would also totally do all of this, btw! But you asked someone to talk you down. So I'm channeling my angry pregnant self and telling you to believe your doc who says you're gonna heal.)
I'm so sorry you're in this spot. Hope your aunt's visit will be the consolation it seemed at first.
I have only posted one other time( in the DH rants/raves, go figure it was rant), but I think of you all as my friends and it's so cool/uplifting/reassuring to see how much we've grown from the snarkiness(which is very appreciated) to these softy moms. And now a whole new crew is starting. Sorry for the long comment, I am just amazed at where we all were and what we have been through and then where we are now!
I hope your fracture heals quickly!!! I cannot imagine having a baby and being in a boot!
@klkonwi thank you! It's not fun, but I'm just thankful I'm not on crutches!
My biggest problem is going to be staying in the boot for the length of time I'm supposed to. I'm one of THOSE. When the foot feels better it's going to be a struggle to leave the boot on. Luckily my DH is a rule follower, so as long as he's home that boot will be on.
(I scrutinized the photos from last year and saw in one the corner of someone carrying a carseat, so...)