Jack is starting daycare tomorrow, I'm already a nervous wreck and don't know if I want to throw up or cry. HELP!
Do both if you need to, or just want to. I think the working moms here can all attest that you will likely feel like you need to. It's awful, but it's also ok. It may not feel like it right now, but eventually... you'll both do great
Me: 32 DH: 31 *The old lady by 5 whole weeks* Married: 11/2013 M: 6/2016 E: 5/2018
Jack is starting daycare tomorrow, I'm already a nervous wreck and don't know if I want to throw up or cry. HELP!
Do both if you need to, or just want to. I think the working moms here can all attest that you will likely feel like you need to. It's awful, but it's also ok. It may not feel like it right now, but eventually... you'll both do great
When Damien started daycare (and I started back at work), it seemed like it was almost expected for me to be a wreck. My boss brought in chocolate and tissues! The anticipation was so much worse for me than the actual first day though. My husband cried when we dropped Damien off, so there's that, it was pretty adorable.
Ok, so drop off wasn't that bad (for him) I cried and he couldn't have cared less. He was just taking everything in! I was totally creeping by the front door to make sure he didn't cry.. my husband was all, He's fine!! Which made me cry more because he totally was! I called as soon as I got to work and they said he was perfect, just finished his breakfast and never cried! It makes me feel better but also kinda sad!
The first day is SO HARD!! But it really does get better. I wanted for Savannah to miss me and cry when I left, but then I realized that the reason she didn't was because I have a happy, well adjusted kid who knows I will always come back. The reason he's okay is because he has a good momma that he trusts will only put him in a good daycare and will come back at the end of the day.
Creepy Internet hugs to you! I know how tough today is
The first day is SO HARD!! But it really does get better. I wanted for Savannah to miss me and cry when I left, but then I realized that the reason she didn't was because I have a happy, well adjusted kid who knows I will always come back. The reason he's okay is because he has a good momma that he trusts will only put him in a good daycare and will come back at the end of the day.
Creepy Internet hugs to you! I know how tough today is
Awe, thank you!! It is so very hard but I know he is in good hands and when I called to check on him at lunch (they are probably going to get tired of me) they said you would never know it was his first day! He's doing great and that makes it so much easier on me.
I gave our renters the keys yesterday for our townhouse. We are officially landloards, and officially 100% in the new house. The whole thing has me thinking so much about the past and the future. I'm kind of an emotional wreck.
For the last month I have been receiving the same question about this move, and I've never known quite how to answer. "How do you feel about moving?" It seems simple enough, but for a move of only 4 miles it is undeniably complicated, and it's hard for me to articulate why. My most common response is to say I have mixed emotions. It's brief, and satisfactory enough for most. Sunday night sleeping on the floor with the kids one last time, and Monday morning cleaning just once more, I couldn't help but ask myself the same question. How do I feel about moving?
So many of the very best things in my life happened while living here. Yesterday I stood in each empty room and reflected on what seemed like an endless stream of memories. Events that took place over the last eight years that have changed me, and shaped my family.
At the same time, my very worst moments have also been while I've lived here. I've experienced my deepest heartache, longest struggles, and so many unexpected changes. It was my sanctuary when things were hard, my constant amid uncertainty.
But it's not just the memories and comfort that I'll miss. Memories travel with you, and comfort comes with time. This house is the place that has ever felt the most like home to me. The house, the community it is a part of, and the work I put into it, all reflect myself. I don't expect to ever live anywhere that so well encapsulates so many aspects of my personality, or where I feel so rejuvenated just by walking through the door. The house isn't perfect, but it has been perfect for me.
Yesterday I cried as I scrubbed the floors. That evening I handed off keys to our renters, the new occupants of the house. That repetitive phrase, "mixed emotions" rings more true now than ever. I feel relief for completing all the hard work that led up to this, and an excitement to move forward. I also feel an unsettled nagging, almost a sadness, as if I'm morning a loss that, while expected, is no less difficult.
I believe that there are good times ahead for our family. New adventures and challenges, new opportunities and experiences. While life continues to move forward and evolve, I will always look back and be grateful for the last eight years in my perfect-for-me home.
thanks for letting me vent out my feelings. If you made it all the way through this post you deserve some chocolate
Anyone have any experience with small claims court? Might be looking at suing (insert multinational Corp name here) for the $800 they wrongly took from us plus damages. The one hold up I'm having thus far is that we would have to go to CA and file in their county. Why does the little guy always get shit on?!
My husband's best friend (and good friend of mine too) has been a chronic bachelor for many years, dated on-and-off for a long time, but has always hoped to find that special someone. Last night he asked my husband if he thought I'd be done to help him out, I'm totally willing to help but I have no idea how to make an appealing dating profile! I've never done online dating but I've heard all of the quirky things people do/say in their profiles that garner attention. I'm just trying to figure out how best to present him to all the single ladies out there haha.
What do you guys think? What would draw you to someone's profile if you were searching?
My husband's best friend (and good friend of mine too) has been a chronic bachelor for many years, dated on-and-off for a long time, but has always hoped to find that special someone. Last night he asked my husband if he thought I'd be done to help him out, I'm totally willing to help but I have no idea how to make an appealing dating profile! I've never done online dating but I've heard all of the quirky things people do/say in their profiles that garner attention. I'm just trying to figure out how best to present him to all the single ladies out there haha.
What do you guys think? What would draw you to someone's profile if you were searching?
Oh hell! I've been with my husband longer than Facebook. I would have no idea where to start!
DD1: June '16 DD2: March ‘19 :::: Married since 2011 :::: USN Wife ::::
My husband's best friend (and good friend of mine too) has been a chronic bachelor for many years, dated on-and-off for a long time, but has always hoped to find that special someone. Last night he asked my husband if he thought I'd be done to help him out, I'm totally willing to help but I have no idea how to make an appealing dating profile! I've never done online dating but I've heard all of the quirky things people do/say in their profiles that garner attention. I'm just trying to figure out how best to present him to all the single ladies out there haha.
What do you guys think? What would draw you to someone's profile if you were searching?
Oh hell! I've been with my husband longer than Facebook. I would have no idea where to start!
Yah, I've been married 12 years and got married so young the whole online dating thing never even crossed my radar. I have some friends who do it though.
Well, today has been an interesting morning so far.
I washed my car in the driveway and then put Ethan in his baby jail so I could vacuum downstairs.
As I turn the corner I get a whiff. Oh shit. Literally. I see Ethan smiling and then see what he's been up to for the last few minutes.
Welcome to the shit storm. Not only did he poop, but he decided to take it to another level. His hands were covered in shit and he decided to paint his little Mickey couch with his own shit.
I was like "OMG". I picked him up and put him straight in the tub. He was proud of his shit masterpiece.
I think I managed to salvage the outfit and the couch. Lol
Well, today has been an interesting morning so far.
I washed my car in the driveway and then put Ethan in his baby jail so I could vacuum downstairs.
As I turn the corner I get a whiff. Oh shit. Literally. I see Ethan smiling and then see what he's been up to for the last few minutes.
Welcome to the shit storm. Not only did he poop, but he decided to take it to another level. His hands were covered in shit and he decided to paint his little Mickey couch with his own shit.
I was like "OMG". I picked him up and put him straight in the tub. He was proud of his shit masterpiece.
I think I managed to salvage the outfit and the couch. Lol
Happy Thursday
OHMYGOD!!
I seriously hope you have some wine in the fridge for tonight!
I fear the day Jackie figures out how to take off her diaper. We've had a couple close calls lately as she's been sizing out of size 3's and I try to use every last one.
God speed ETA: I forgot how to gif. Insert hunger games salute here.
DD1: June '16 DD2: March ‘19 :::: Married since 2011 :::: USN Wife ::::
My husband's best friend (and good friend of mine too) has been a chronic bachelor for many years, dated on-and-off for a long time, but has always hoped to find that special someone. Last night he asked my husband if he thought I'd be done to help him out, I'm totally willing to help but I have no idea how to make an appealing dating profile! I've never done online dating but I've heard all of the quirky things people do/say in their profiles that garner attention. I'm just trying to figure out how best to present him to all the single ladies out there haha.
What do you guys think? What would draw you to someone's profile if you were searching?
Well I have never online dated, but I have only been married for two years so I kind of remember being a single adult. I would be drawn to good sense of humor, open to new adventures, and the pictures should show him actually doing activities he loves and does regularly. I hope this helps...I just know that it can't read like you are spewing a ton of BS or seem like he is on QVC. He has to definitely come across as a real person.
I fear the day Jackie figures out how to take off her diaper. We've had a couple close calls lately as she's been sizing out of size 3's and I try to use every last one.
God speed ETA: I forgot how to gif. Insert hunger games salute here.
He still had the diaper on!!! Lol. He dug the shit out of the back of his diaper.
Well, today has been an interesting morning so far.
I washed my car in the driveway and then put Ethan in his baby jail so I could vacuum downstairs.
As I turn the corner I get a whiff. Oh shit. Literally. I see Ethan smiling and then see what he's been up to for the last few minutes.
Welcome to the shit storm. Not only did he poop, but he decided to take it to another level. His hands were covered in shit and he decided to paint his little Mickey couch with his own shit.
I was like "OMG". I picked him up and put him straight in the tub. He was proud of his shit masterpiece.
I think I managed to salvage the outfit and the couch. Lol
Happy Thursday
OHMYGOD!!
I seriously hope you have some wine in the fridge for tonight!
I don't drink. Lol! But if there was a day to start this would have been it!
I fear the day Jackie figures out how to take off her diaper. We've had a couple close calls lately as she's been sizing out of size 3's and I try to use every last one.
God speed ETA: I forgot how to gif. Insert hunger games salute here.
He still had the diaper on!!! Lol. He dug the shit out of the back of his diaper.
So.much.shit
AHHH!!!! We had our first shit storm a few weeks ago, but Jack actually took his diaper off and was knee deep in it.. Of course H wasn't home for that! I'm so sorry you had to deal with that, but also laughing because I know how bad it sucks!
I just joined another BMB and everything in that board is drastically different then this one. People are snappy and mean to each other and there is tons of drama it's turning me off from posting further on it. It's a shame because I love being apart of June 2016 you ladies are amazing and though I haven't posted a ton the times I did people were nothing but supportive definitely makes me appreciate this BMB being my first. Just wanted to show my love for June 2016
I just joined another BMB and everything in that board is drastically different then this one. People are snappy and mean to each other and there is tons of drama it's turning me off from posting further on it. It's a shame because I love being apart of June 2016 you ladies are amazing and though I haven't posted a ton the times I did people were nothing but supportive definitely makes me appreciate this BMB being my first. Just wanted to show my love for June 2016
June 2016 is a great board.
I bet if you wait about 4 months all the really snappy/rude ones will form together as the "cool group" and go off to their own private Facebook page. Something like that has happened each time I've been on the bump with all three babies.
Opinions please! There is this big wall in the new house that separates the dining room from the stairway down, and it's kind of a walkthrough atea. I didn't really want to hang anything with people walking through there so I painted a dark gray design on the light gray wall. This is how it turned out. The accent color in the room is green.
My question: should I add a single green line going down at a diagonal, or leave it as is?
Opinions please! There is this big wall in the new house that separates the dining room from the stairway down, and it's kind of a walkthrough atea. I didn't really want to hang anything with people walking through there so I painted a dark gray design on the light gray wall. This is how it turned out. The accent color in the room is green.
My question: should I add a single green line going down at a diagonal, or leave it as is?
My first thought was actually "some of those smaller triangles should be green!" But that might be a little crazy. I say yes to all the accent colors! Our house is all grey right now and it's killing me
Me: 32 DH: 31 *The old lady by 5 whole weeks* Married: 11/2013 M: 6/2016 E: 5/2018
Opinions please! There is this big wall in the new house that separates the dining room from the stairway down, and it's kind of a walkthrough atea. I didn't really want to hang anything with people walking through there so I painted a dark gray design on the light gray wall. This is how it turned out. The accent color in the room is green.
My question: should I add a single green line going down at a diagonal, or leave it as is?
My first thought was actually "some of those smaller triangles should be green!" But that might be a little crazy. I say yes to all the accent colors! Our house is all grey right now and it's killing me
I kind of like the idea of painting a couple of the small triangles! I'll have to mull that over. It's kind of a work in progress.
Opinions please! There is this big wall in the new house that separates the dining room from the stairway down, and it's kind of a walkthrough atea. I didn't really want to hang anything with people walking through there so I painted a dark gray design on the light gray wall. This is how it turned out. The accent color in the room is green.
My question: should I add a single green line going down at a diagonal, or leave it as is?
We're trying to decide on curtains for Damien's nursery. We're currently using my old red, blackout curtains but his room is light grey and blue. One wall is the blue accent wall, the window is on one of the light grey walls. We painted the window sill white. The picture frames and the furniture are all black. I was hoping to find curtains with stars on them but that's proven to be difficult since I can't decide on a color. I'm thinking maybe white or black, not sure though.
I think Damien drank a lot of water during his bath tonight. He didn't immediately cough or indicate that he aspirated any water but ever since his bath he's been crying inconsolably, won't go down for bed, and nearly vomited twice during his bedtime milk.
He might just be overtired and I'm looking way too deep into it. I finally got him in his crib but he is very restless. Not crying, just restless.
I think Damien drank a lot of water during his bath tonight. He didn't immediately cough or indicate that he aspirated any water but ever since his bath he's been crying inconsolably, won't go down for bed, and nearly vomited twice during his bedtime milk.
He might just be overtired and I'm looking way too deep into it. I finally got him in his crib but he is very restless. Not crying, just restless.
I think Damien drank a lot of water during his bath tonight. He didn't immediately cough or indicate that he aspirated any water but ever since his bath he's been crying inconsolably, won't go down for bed, and nearly vomited twice during his bedtime milk.
He might just be overtired and I'm looking way too deep into it. I finally got him in his crib but he is very restless. Not crying, just restless.
@laurendiaz02 & @AmberLiz99 He slept pretty well once he settled down but it took him away to get to that point. He seemed fine this morning, his usual self. Maybe he really was just overtired and all the crying caused him to nearly vomit. It was just unusual for him is all. Or maybe gross bathwater gave him a tummyache, who knows!
I'm wrapping up this rotten 48 hours by eating a bowl of ice cream in my bed and reading Harry Potter for a few minutes before I have to go be an adult again.
Well, today has been an interesting morning so far.
I washed my car in the driveway and then put Ethan in his baby jail so I could vacuum downstairs.
As I turn the corner I get a whiff. Oh shit. Literally. I see Ethan smiling and then see what he's been up to for the last few minutes.
Welcome to the shit storm. Not only did he poop, but he decided to take it to another level. His hands were covered in shit and he decided to paint his little Mickey couch with his own shit.
I was like "OMG". I picked him up and put him straight in the tub. He was proud of his shit masterpiece.
I think I managed to salvage the outfit and the couch. Lol
Happy Thursday
OHMYGOD!!
I seriously hope you have some wine in the fridge for tonight!
I don't drink. Lol! But if there was a day to start this would have been it!
What she said! And here I'm complaining about a little screaming! Levi has had diarrhea from teething all weekend but at least it's stayed in the diaper. Well, mostly.
My work schedule has changed so I'm finally able to get back to the gym a few days a week. It's a boot camp type thing so it's set class times. I'm celebrating going to days in a row with chewy choc chip cookies and milk. What can I say, teething toddler and DH is out of town so even if I don't lose weight this week maybe I won't gain, lol.
Ugh screw you molars!!!!!! These are the worst! Normally he is fine with some Motrin and cold chewys but this time it seems like they do nothing. Poor thing woke up 3 times and this last time it took an hour and a half to get him back to sleep and it's been 15 min and he still restless. I'm letting him sleep as long as he wants this morning since he got such bad sleep last night. I hope it cuts soon.
I got a new job offer/promotion within my company, and I start in 3 weeks. I'm nervous because the interview with the manager was really weird (she's going to be a tough boss I think), it's going to be a lot faster paced and might require working in the evenings after the kids go to sleep sometimes, and they took away one of my work from home days, but ultimately it's going to be a really good opportunity. It's in a big growth area for the company, so they'll be investing a lot of resources into it, and I've gotten really comfortable in my current position (been doing it 8 years) so I really want to push myself.
I got a new job offer/promotion within my company, and I start in 3 weeks. I'm nervous because the interview with the manager was really weird (she's going to be a tough boss I think), it's going to be a lot faster paced and might require working in the evenings after the kids go to sleep sometimes, and they took away one of my work from home days, but ultimately it's going to be a really good opportunity. It's in a big growth area for the company, so they'll be investing a lot of resources into it, and I've gotten really comfortable in my current position (been doing it 8 years) so I really want to push myself.
Congrats and good luck!! Hopefully the transition/adjustment will go smoothly! :-)
I got a new job offer/promotion within my company, and I start in 3 weeks. I'm nervous because the interview with the manager was really weird (she's going to be a tough boss I think), it's going to be a lot faster paced and might require working in the evenings after the kids go to sleep sometimes, and they took away one of my work from home days, but ultimately it's going to be a really good opportunity. It's in a big growth area for the company, so they'll be investing a lot of resources into it, and I've gotten really comfortable in my current position (been doing it 8 years) so I really want to push myself.
Re: Moms who go Bump in the night/Randoms
Married: 11/2013
M: 6/2016 E: 5/2018
Creepy Internet hugs to you! I know how tough today is
Baby #2 Due 3/7/20
thanks for letting me vent out my feelings. If you made it all the way through this post you deserve some chocolate
What do you guys think? What would draw you to someone's profile if you were searching?
I seriously hope you have some wine in the fridge for tonight!
Baby #2 Due 3/7/20
God speed
ETA: I forgot how to gif. Insert hunger games salute here.
So.much.shit
I bet if you wait about 4 months all the really snappy/rude ones will form together as the "cool group" and go off to their own private Facebook page. Something like that has happened each time I've been on the bump with all three babies.
My question: should I add a single green line going down at a diagonal, or leave it as is?
Married: 11/2013
M: 6/2016 E: 5/2018
He might just be overtired and I'm looking way too deep into it. I finally got him in his crib but he is very restless. Not crying, just restless.
Baby #2 Due 3/7/20