Well I haven't been that emotional thus far, but something hit me today and the tears are rolling. DS is 23 months today. How he will be 2 next month is crazy. I've been looking at decor for their bedrooms in the new house and saw the Peter Pan quote "Little boys should never be sent to bed. They always wake up a day older." and am crying like a crazy person in my office. I also saw "Let me love you a little longer before you're not little anymore." And that one also hit me in the gut. DD will be 5 in October. Closing up Pinterest and Etsy for the day because my emotions cannot handle it.
@cmathes14 Welcome to the Tar Heel State!!! I bet it’s really hard to adjust to such a different place. Being a SAHM is a tough transition. Have you checked out local moms groups on fb? The local library? Those are some spots to meet other SAHs. Or the playground/splash pad.
Crying because a good friend (who moved to another state) told me that our other mutual friend is also secretly considering moving (she has always wanted to but her husband has never been on board until now). Makes me so sad, this person is my closest friend here
@wannaflickone Oh man, those quotes made me tear up too. We're moving DD to a twin size bed in a few weeks, and thinking about it makes me tear up too. :'( I love that she's growing up and getting more independent and so much more personable, but it's hard to see my baby turning into a big girl with her own thoughts and opinions. Post pics of the decor you choose for their new bedrooms!
I just discovered OverheardLA on IG and it is HILARIOUS. My 2 best friends just moved there a couple of years ago so I’m picturing them overhearing all of these nonsense conversations.
I've been sitting in my office all day trying NOT to cry. My birthday is on Sunday and my team didn't do anything for it. As their manager, I get each of them a card and a small gift card for their birthday - because I love birthdays and I think people should feel special on their day.
I know it's not a big deal and they shouldn't feel obligated to do anything for their boss for her birthday. If I wasn't pregnant, I probably would just brush it off, but it's making me feel like I'm not a good boss and they don't like me.
@smulrich16 ugh. people suck. hope they realize their incompetence soon and make it up to you. if not, ding them in their performance reviews (kidding )
@smulrich16 I get the same way even when I'm not pregnant. It's tough when others don't think to do the special things for you that you easily think to do for them. I'm learning to chalk it up to personality differences. I hope you have the most special day on Sunday
@cmathes14 I'm sorry you are going through a move and feel isolated. Are there any parks within walking distance of home to meet other moms/kids during summer?
Crying because my phone unexpectedly died on me yesterday morning, and the replacement won't be here until Monday. I feel like I'm missing out on so much around here since I'm only Bumping on my laptop when I get the chance. :'(
@smulrich16 I'm sorry your co-workers didn't do anything special for your birthday. I hope it is still a lovely day for you tomorrow and that you get to do something fun!
So this morning I received a package at work from a lady I work with in our Florida office. We've never met in person but know each other well electronically having worked together for the last 2 years. Although the package was a surprise, I figured it was something work related and wasn't too excited to open it. To my surprise, I opened it up to find a gorgeous hand crocheted blanket for our baby. Of course I had to run to the bathroom to have a good cry Sweetest ever.
mostly happy crying because of this buzzfeed article and its comments section, “21 Secrets Midwives Will Never Ever Tell You.” Specifically #3&4: “Seeing parents “get born” is amazing, too. Witnessing someone transform into a parent is truly momentous. You see their body language completely change and soften. And in an instant, the scene changes from one of drama to one of utter peace and joy. It's fantastic.” “And we live for “the look.” That is, the look of wonder on a woman's face when she sees her baby for the first time. It's what makes absolutely everything worthwhile, and it's why our jobs don't put us off having babies of our own. We know the sheer joy and immediate love women feel when they first hold their baby, and we want to experience that.”
Crying because I don't want to be away from my doggo when I am going to be at the hospital, and I am worried about who will care for him, if he will be lonely, etc. (total fur parents, here):
(^Doggo loves my pregnancy pillow )
(Happy) crying because I was asked for the first time when I was due, in a public place--it was a very kind lady who is a nurse and she gave me some sweet advice about trying to swim to lessen the swelling in my ankles and feet (I am plus-sized, so this really made me feel good that she recognized I was pregnant and not just overweight).
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OK this is the stupidest reason to have a meltdown. This morning my co-worker brought in bagels and bought a chocolate chip one specifically for me (my favorite). But I had planned all week on buying breakfast (bacon, eggs, potatoes) on Friday as my special treat for getting through the week. So now I have to either suck it up and change my plans or sneak breakfast in b/c I don't want to offend her gift.
...seriously. stupidest thing ever. but now i'm hungry and indecisive and panicky.
Married: Nov 2010 TTC #1 since: Aug 2016 Dx: Unexplained 6 failed IUIs on Letrazole & Ovidrel Final (#7) IUI - BFP! EDD: Nov 2018 Team Pink! Me: 31/DH: 30
Ugh. A few days ago a local firefighter was killed in action, the first to ever die in our county while in the line of duty. While that in itself is sad, what makes it even more heartbreaking is that he was a dad to a few young children. My entire family is full of firefighters, volunteers and paid, so that makes it feel even closer to home. My brother is a paid firefighter in the same county (but a different station), and he knew the guy. The actually graduated from the fire academy together. The whole thing is emotional and heartbreaking and so so sad.
They live streamed his memorial service today, and at one point, they started playing the song “I’m Already There” by Lonestar. Have you ever heard that song? It’s a total heart string puller, but when put into the context of this mans life, his children’s life and what happened to him.... my God it crushed me. “Daddy when you coming home?... I’m already there.... I’m the sunshine in your hair... I’m the whisper in the wind...I’m your imaginary friend.....” Holy crap guys. I’ve been crying about it all day. The minute my mind starts singing the lyrics I burst into tears. I’m crying now just writing this. Definitly emotional to begin with... but pregnancy hormones are taking it to a whole other level.
They live streamed his memorial service today, and at one point, they started playing the song “I’m Already There” by Lonestar. Have you ever heard that song? It’s a total heart string puller, but when put into the context of this mans life, his children’s life and what happened to him.... my God it crushed me. “Daddy when you coming home?... I’m already there.... I’m the sunshine in your hair... I’m the whisper in the wind...I’m your imaginary friend.....” Holy crap guys. I’ve been crying about it all day. The minute my mind starts singing the lyrics I burst into tears. I’m crying now just writing this. Definitly emotional to begin with... but pregnancy hormones are taking it to a whole other level.
This is so heartbreaking. I would be crying all day too.
@pink_polkadots That made me tear up just reading it. I heard about the firefighter but didn't know he was the first to die in the county in the line of duty. So heartbreaking that he had young children, too. It must hit very close to home for you since you have so many firefighters in your family.
Re: Why My Pregnant Self if Crying (and laughing) - July
DD1: 8/2014
TTC #2: 6/2017
BFP 8/3/2017 | CP 8/4
BFP 10/16/2017 | CP 10/21
BFP 12/18/2017 | CP 12/28
BFP 2/15/2018 | EDD: November 2nd | It's a girl!
DD2: 10/2018
I know it's not a big deal and they shouldn't feel obligated to do anything for their boss for her birthday. If I wasn't pregnant, I probably would just brush it off, but it's making me feel like I'm not a good boss and they don't like me.
I for one hope you have a fantastic day and that this year is the best one yet
@smulrich16 I'm sorry your co-workers didn't do anything special for your birthday. I hope it is still a lovely day for you tomorrow and that you get to do something fun!
edited because Bump cut off my birthday message
@MouseMama817 Thanks
“Seeing parents “get born” is amazing, too. Witnessing someone transform into a parent is truly momentous. You see their body language completely change and soften. And in an instant, the scene changes from one of drama to one of utter peace and joy. It's fantastic.”
“And we live for “the look.” That is, the look of wonder on a woman's face when she sees her baby for the first time. It's what makes absolutely everything worthwhile, and it's why our jobs don't put us off having babies of our own. We know the sheer joy and immediate love women feel when they first hold their baby, and we want to experience that.”
here’s the link to the whole thing, but *TW* about #18, and also some of the comments after the article. https://www.buzzfeed.com/hilarywardle/stop-calling-the-midwife?utm_term=.heBOvXgnm#.xejY0LPpB
(^Doggo loves my pregnancy pillow
(Happy) crying because I was asked for the first time when I was due, in a public place--it was a very kind lady who is a nurse and she gave me some sweet advice about trying to swim to lessen the swelling in my ankles and feet (I am plus-sized, so this really made me feel good that she recognized I was pregnant and not just overweight).
...seriously. stupidest thing ever. but now i'm hungry and indecisive and panicky.
TTC #1 since: Aug 2016
Dx: Unexplained
6 failed IUIs on Letrazole & Ovidrel
Final (#7) IUI - BFP!
EDD: Nov 2018
Team Pink!
Me: 31/DH: 30
They live streamed his memorial service today, and at one point, they started playing the song “I’m Already There” by Lonestar. Have you ever heard that song? It’s a total heart string puller, but when put into the context of this mans life, his children’s life and what happened to him.... my God it crushed me. “Daddy when you coming home?... I’m already there.... I’m the sunshine in your hair... I’m the whisper in the wind...I’m your imaginary friend.....” Holy crap guys. I’ve been crying about it all day. The minute my mind starts singing the lyrics I burst into tears. I’m crying now just writing this. Definitly emotional to begin with... but pregnancy hormones are taking it to a whole other level.
DD1: 8/2014
TTC #2: 6/2017
BFP 8/3/2017 | CP 8/4
BFP 10/16/2017 | CP 10/21
BFP 12/18/2017 | CP 12/28
BFP 2/15/2018 | EDD: November 2nd | It's a girl!
DD2: 10/2018