It's breakfast time here, so here's mine. I HATE HATE HATE HATE breakfast foods. Unless you're handing me a waffle or biscuits and gravy, I would rather vomit. Especially eggs. Those make me actually vomit.
UGH YES! I'm a meat-n-potatoes kinda girl. The only thing I dislike more than (most) breakfast foods is "breakfast for dinner". No, sorry, I want a steak in the evening, not some pancakes. Total cop-out.
I ❤ breakfast I also happen to find eggs really awesome. They're in so much of what we eat! Plus they are full of vitamins and protien. I get why some people don't like them, but i think they are great. But i love most foods. I guess my unpopular opinion is that i don't get how some people can just eliminate an entire food group. Like breakfast. Their are so many different ways to prepare breakfast. Or my husband's family doesn't eat vegetables. His brother won't even eat a salad. What a boring way to live. I had to teach DH to enjoy veggies. Now he loves them. Especially asparagus
Another breakfast food hater. Unless it's pancakes and bacon or cinnamon rolls and bacon. Anything else is a no. Breakfast for supper has made me cry. This is why a just drink a green monster smoothie every morning. I would eat a good med-rare steak every night if possible.
I thought this was a thread just about breakfast and forgot it was originally a UO Thursday.... I was like um okay why are you saying random comments about breastfeeding? Lol
I totally feel you ladies about breakfast. The only breakfast food. I really like is some kind potatoes and meat, I. E. Hash browns and bacon. I can't stand most eggs and I hate pancakes, waffles and nearly all Danishes and other breakfast breads.
My DH and DS LOOOOVE every breakfast food imaginable. I cook a big breakfast on the weekend for us and do a bread, eggs and meat for them and usually some kind of skillet potatos with meat and salsa for me. Probably the only food I'm truly picky about.
I really appreciate all the messages and comments asking me how I'm feeling. I've seen so many people complain because of course we all feel crappy, but my family and friends are all across an ocean and I love knowing they're thinking about me. If I start getting inundated with the "Any signs?" texts though I'll probably change my mind!
My real UO is that I hate talk about "mommy wars" and the "don't judge" attitude. While I don't think there's a clear "right and wrong", I think there's a "good and a better" option for most of these issues. Situations happen, people's lives and means are different, but I think some of the "every choice is equally good" mentality reminds me of "everybody wins" mentality in sports and academic things. I don't think there's anything wrong with trying to choose the best choice, but on the other side I don't think it's a horrible thing to choose the not as great choice when it's what's best for your family.
I'd rather be slightly overwhelmed and alone taking care of my twins than have my mother over to help. I don't care if the house is a mess or dinner for husband and I is just soup and sandwiches or I'm super tired.
I'm sure I'll change my mind when babies are a bit older and require more attention, but right now it's more trouble having her around than just handling two babies.
My real UO is that I hate talk about "mommy wars" and the "don't judge" attitude. While I don't think there's a clear "right and wrong", I think there's a "good and a better" option for most of these issues. Situations happen, people's lives and means are different, but I think some of the "every choice is equally good" mentality reminds me of "everybody wins" mentality in sports and academic things. I don't think there's anything wrong with trying to choose the best choice, but on the other side I don't think it's a horrible thing to choose the not as great choice when it's what's best for your family.
I definitely agree to a certain degree. I think there are "good and better" options but the way some people go about with the "Mommy Shaming" is what gets me. Yes we can disagree on what is best, but there can be a bullying/belittling tone that a lot of people use. When people shame someone because of their choices that's when I have an issue with it (unless it's a clear safety issue). Besides that totally agree, there are, in many cases, "good and better" options.
I hate hearing, "She'll come when she's ready." I'm fairly certain she has no control over this situation. If that were the case, premature birth wouldn't occur. Also. Just shut up. I'm allowed to say I'm ready to see my daughter without you reminding me that I have no control over the situation. Thanks.
Forgot to put my UO. I strongly dislike that people say 37 weeks is good to go. Not that I don't believe them, it's just that I got in my head that it could be anytime after 37 weeks. SOOOOOO for the last two and a half weeks I've been feeling like baby is late (which I know isn't the case). So screw people who told me from 35-37 weeks that 37 weeks could be go time.
Forgot to put my UO. I strongly dislike that people say 37 weeks is good to go. Not that I don't believe them, it's just that I got in my head that it could be anytime after 37 weeks. SOOOOOO for the last two and a half weeks I've been feeling like baby is late (which I know isn't the case). So screw people who told me from 35-37 weeks that 37 weeks could be go time.
Actually a lot of doctors I know say 39 weeks is term, not 37 weeks. It helps me feel more normal because I'm diabetic and I'm supposed to be induced at 39 weeks, but next week on Tuesday at 37 weeks could be the day this little girl shows up since my placenta is starting to fail.
I've never been able to find a pair of jeans that fit my legs, butt, and hips all at the same time. I can usually get 1/3 or maybe if I'm super lucky 2/3, but then of course I wear them constantly so they never last long and then the hunt starts all over again... or I just stick to sundresses.
But then, maternity jeans happened, and even though my belly is inflated like the Goodyear blimp, I can finally find jeans that still let me feel like I'm rocking my curves instead of just pulling on some frumpy, ill-fitting jeans that make me look like I have soggy diaper butt. So, yeah, kinda weird, but maternity jeans have helped me feel confident and feminine and a little bit foxy and I think I'll miss my prego wardrobe when it's time to pack it away. lol
I think porn and masturbation are disgusting and I am so sick of hearing people tell me to just "take care of myself" to feel better during pregnancy. Sorry, just had a heated discussion about this elsewhere and had to get it out. It's not ok.
I think porn and masturbation are disgusting and I am so sick of hearing people tell me to just "take care of myself" to feel better during pregnancy. Sorry, just had a heated discussion about this elsewhere and had to get it out. It's not ok.
Even if you did enjoy "taking care of yourself" how the hell are you supposed to reach?!
Today is my due date and I am probably the only one okay with the fact that I haven't had the baby yet. For the past week I've gotten a lot of "omg no baby yet?" Um, no, I'm not due until next week you know... I overheard my dh say that the baby "should have been here a week ago" - what?! That doesn't even make sense. My OB gave me the choice to induce on Friday, (a secret I will take to the grave ) but I decided to wait it out a bit more in hopes of going into labor on my own before my scheduled induction. So obviously I'm one of those weirdos who isn't dying to be done with being pregnant. Also, I love most breakfast food -except French toast.
I think porn and masturbation are disgusting and I am so sick of hearing people tell me to just "take care of myself" to feel better during pregnancy. Sorry, just had a heated discussion about this elsewhere and had to get it out. It's not ok.
Even if you did enjoy "taking care of yourself" how the hell are you supposed to reach?!
I think porn and masturbation are disgusting and I am so sick of hearing people tell me to just "take care of myself" to feel better during pregnancy. Sorry, just had a heated discussion about this elsewhere and had to get it out. It's not ok.
Even if you did enjoy "taking care of yourself" how the hell are you supposed to reach?!
Forgot to put my UO. I strongly dislike that people say 37 weeks is good to go. Not that I don't believe them, it's just that I got in my head that it could be anytime after 37 weeks. SOOOOOO for the last two and a half weeks I've been feeling like baby is late (which I know isn't the case). So screw people who told me from 35-37 weeks that 37 weeks could be go time.
Thiiiiiis. So much this. At my 37 week appointment my OB goes "yay you're full term, he could come any day now" & so now being 39w 5d I feel like I'm soooo overdue.
I'm over the phrase "shame". It's a deeply rooted psychological issue that many people, especially women, struggle with for years. As researcher Brene Brown says "Guilt says 'I did a bad thing', Shame says 'I am a bad person'"
Someone disagreeing with you on an Internet forum is not shaming you. A stranger who vehemently opposes something you happen to do is not shaming you. If you feel ashamed over your choices because not everyone supports them, that's your responsibility. Save the indignation for the people who are outright assholes, not people implying judgement
Example- I posted this e card on a friends wall last week: she's struggling to feel like she's "mom" enough and I wanted to make her laugh/encourage her. I got comment from one of her friends scolding me for shaming c section moms. What?? 1. It's a picture. 2. Obviously, however your baby arrives, you're a badass. Why should we asterisk everything to make sure not a single person gets their feelings hurt?
I think porn and masturbation are disgusting and I am so sick of hearing people tell me to just "take care of myself" to feel better during pregnancy. Sorry, just had a heated discussion about this elsewhere and had to get it out. It's not ok.
Porn and masturbation can be healthy behaviors. It is okay.
I really appreciate all the messages and comments asking me how I'm feeling. I've seen so many people complain because of course we all feel crappy, but my family and friends are all across an ocean and I love knowing they're thinking about me. If I start getting inundated with the "Any signs?" texts though I'll probably change my mind!
I'm with you! I really appreciated all the "how are you feeling?" Texts and messages. I'm still getting them now that baby is here and I love it. It's nice to know that people are thinking about us even when they are across an ocean. I live overseas as well, so it's hard to connect with everyone as easily as we used to.
@ccoleeman I love that post. I don't see it as shaming. Singling someone out or calling them out on something specific is shaming. You were trying to be a good friend and get a laugh and someone got hoity toity because they misinterpreted or just plain wanted to start sh*t. I'm probably going to steal that picture and make it my freaking profile pic when baby gets here, or find a c-section one -because I am SURE it exists too- if that ends up being how it goes.
Porn and masturbation can be healthy behaviors. It is okay.
Completely disagree. Guess that's why I saved it for the UO post... I know I'm in the minority on my belief about it.
Eh, I tend to listen to science more than religion, so I'm OK with it even though it's not my thing. It's perfectly natural. Most mammals (maybe all?) do it. Even babies and toddlers do it (well, not porn lol).
@SummerOH It's not a religious thing at all, in fact it's based in science. The more you want to connect to your partner, the less you should have sexual experiences outside of those you have with them- including ones you have with yourself. Body chemistry and all that. Same basic principles as breastfeeding; all those "bonding hormones" and jazz. Many scientists speculate it's a large contributor to the rise in divorce rates over the decades.
@SummerOH It's not a religious thing at all, in fact it's based in science. The more you want to connect to your partner, the less you should have sexual experiences outside of those you have with them- including ones you have with yourself. Body chemistry and all that. Same basic principles as breastfeeding; all those "bonding hormones" and jazz. Many scientists speculate it's a large contributor to the rise in divorce rates over the decades.
Or it could be that divorce doesn't have the stigma that it once did, so people end bad relationships instead of being miserable. Also, the divorce rate is dropping, particularly for first time marriages. It's around 30%. And breastfeeding doesn't cause a feeling of bonding in many women, myself included. Doesn't mean we are somehow broken.
It's not a bonding "feeling" it's a chemical reaction that's there regardless of whether or not you feel it. And first-time marriages were never the real problem; while there have been small ups and downs, the general trend has been good there. The overall divorce rate, however, has stayed conspicuously high despite recent small decreases, the vast majority of which cite either infidelity or porn usage as a major contributor to the dissolution of the union in the papers. Because whether someone "feels" it or not, hormones and chemicals are released and can contribute to the feeling of distancing between spouses and bonds outside of the marriage.
The final word I'll say on the matter is that many mammals also eat/play with their feces and eat/kill their young. Just because something is found in nature doesn't mean I don't have a right to find it gross.
Re: UO Thursday
I HATE HATE HATE HATE breakfast foods. Unless you're handing me a waffle or biscuits and gravy, I would rather vomit. Especially eggs. Those make me actually vomit.
DS1 2010
DS2 2013
DD1 2016
I also happen to find eggs really awesome. They're in so much of what we eat! Plus they are full of vitamins and protien. I get why some people don't like them, but i think they are great. But i love most foods.
I guess my unpopular opinion is that i don't get how some people can just eliminate an entire food group. Like breakfast. Their are so many different ways to prepare breakfast. Or my husband's family doesn't eat vegetables. His brother won't even eat a salad. What a boring way to live. I had to teach DH to enjoy veggies. Now he loves them. Especially asparagus
Another breakfast food hater. Unless it's pancakes and bacon or cinnamon rolls and bacon. Anything else is a no. Breakfast for supper has made me cry. This is why a just drink a green monster smoothie every morning. I would eat a good med-rare steak every night if possible.
DS1 01/08/03 DD1 08/11/04 DD2 10/06/08 DS2 09/30/14
SURPRISE! Hannah May born 01/22/16
My DH and DS LOOOOVE every breakfast food imaginable. I cook a big breakfast on the weekend for us and do a bread, eggs and meat for them and usually some kind of skillet potatos with meat and salsa for me. Probably the only food I'm truly picky about.
If I start getting inundated with the "Any signs?" texts though I'll probably change my mind!
I'm sure I'll change my mind when babies are a bit older and require more attention, but right now it's more trouble having her around than just handling two babies.
Actually a lot of doctors I know say 39 weeks is term, not 37 weeks. It helps me feel more normal because I'm diabetic and I'm supposed to be induced at 39 weeks, but next week on Tuesday at 37 weeks could be the day this little girl shows up since my placenta is starting to fail.
I've never been able to find a pair of jeans that fit my legs, butt, and hips all at the same time. I can usually get 1/3 or maybe if I'm super lucky 2/3, but then of course I wear them constantly so they never last long and then the hunt starts all over again... or I just stick to sundresses.
But then, maternity jeans happened, and even though my belly is inflated like the Goodyear blimp, I can finally find jeans that still let me feel like I'm rocking my curves instead of just pulling on some frumpy, ill-fitting jeans that make me look like I have soggy diaper butt. So, yeah, kinda weird, but maternity jeans have helped me feel confident and feminine and a little bit foxy and I think I'll miss my prego wardrobe when it's time to pack it away.
I overheard my dh say that the baby "should have been here a week ago" - what?! That doesn't even make sense.
My OB gave me the choice to induce on Friday, (a secret I will take to the grave
So obviously I'm one of those weirdos who isn't dying to be done with being pregnant.
Also, I love most breakfast food -except French toast.
Someone disagreeing with you on an Internet forum is not shaming you. A stranger who vehemently opposes something you happen to do is not shaming you. If you feel ashamed over your choices because not everyone supports them, that's your responsibility.
Save the indignation for the people who are outright assholes, not people implying judgement
Example- I posted this e card on a friends wall last week: she's struggling to feel like she's "mom" enough and I wanted to make her laugh/encourage her. I got comment from one of her friends scolding me for shaming c section moms. What??
1. It's a picture.
2. Obviously, however your baby arrives, you're a badass. Why should we asterisk everything to make sure not a single person gets their feelings hurt?
DD 12/20/99, DS 12/14/12, M/C 9/2014, M/C 1/2015
DD 12/20/99, DS 12/14/12, M/C 9/2014, M/C 1/2015
DD 12/20/99, DS 12/14/12, M/C 9/2014, M/C 1/2015
The final word I'll say on the matter is that many mammals also eat/play with their feces and eat/kill their young. Just because something is found in nature doesn't mean I don't have a right to find it gross.