Another Unofficial Chatterbox Thread- Everyone is Welcome!

[Alex2kMommy]

i delivered ds8 at 37 weeks, and i think ds4 wound up being 39 weeks (they kept changing his due date back and adjusting the planned c-section date to be 37 weeks, but if you count from the lkmc, it was 39 weeks.) :confused3

anyway, they were both 8+ lbs, so i can't imagine having two of those at once, OY! good thing you're young and healthy! :thumbsup2

[staley7580]

i delivered ds8 at 37 weeks, and i think ds4 wound up being 39 weeks (they kept changing his due date back and adjusting the planned c-section date to be 37 weeks, but if you count from the lkmc, it was 39 weeks.) :confused3

anyway, they were both 8+ lbs, so i can't imagine having two of those at once, OY! good thing you're young and healthy! :thumbsup2

Both of my kids were over 8 pounds too... Frelan was like.. :scared: You are going to be SO uncomfortable with 14 pounds of baby inside you!:rotfl2: Yeah. Thats gonna SUCK!

[Alex2kMommy]

Both of my kids were over 8 pounds too... Frelan was like.. :scared: You are going to be SO uncomfortable with 14 pounds of baby inside you!:rotfl2: Yeah. Thats gonna SUCK!
the thing i thought was funny ... well, maybe funny isn't the right word... is that everyone talked about how uncomfortable that last month is. well, my last month was really just a few weeks since i delivered at 37 weeks, right? but i was dying around week 33! :lmao:

i don't know if it's just that mental checking down that last month (because we knew the delivery date by then) or what. i would have been a blubbering mess if they made me go full term after all! :sad:

[Alex2kMommy]

gotta run and feed the kids before ds8 and dh dash off to basketball practice. i'll check back later! :)

[staley7580]

the thing i thought was funny ... well, maybe funny isn't the right word... is that everyone talked about how uncomfortable that last month is. well, my last month was really just a few weeks since i delivered at 37 weeks, right? but i was dying around week 33! :lmao:

i don't know if it's just that mental checking down that last month (because we knew the delivery date by then) or what. i would have been a blubbering mess if they made me go full term after all! :sad:

I know it. Im scared at the thought of going past 36 weeks.. I went to 38 with Mikalah, and 40 with Alex.... I was great with Alex... right up until birth. After I had Mikalah I felt so much relief right after her birth. It was heaven! I about floated to bathroom for my shower. :rotfl2:

[funnygarcia]

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My babies weigh 3 and a half pounds EACH!!

As long as everyone is healthy, and such.. WELL. I DONT have to deliver in the operating room, UNLESS they suspect something will go wrong with baby B.

AND I dont have to have an epidural, but they DO suggest it, because a breech extraction can be very.. uncomfortable. :crazy2: Sounds like it!


:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 Two thumbs up for two nice sized aliens.
That's awesome news!

I'm so glad that you can deliver in a regular OB room, I think it would be added stress to be in an OR to deliver.

Breech extraction? Yeah that sounds unpleasant to the ear. :scared:
At least you have had "experience" , docs are more inclined to let things progress naturally when you have had prior births.

My midwife was contemplating a trip to the OR for "placenta removal" after N. Freaked me out and she agreed it's not something she wanted to do. Right after she said it.. things "moved" right along. ewww :crazy2:

I remember it taking awhile with J too, but it was a teaching case that round (family practice resident, midwife, and OB.....plus an OB nurse, and a respose team standing by to suction J due to meconium... it was crowded in my room!)

[staley7580]

:thumbsup2 :thumbsup2 Two thumbs up for two nice sized aliens.
That's awesome news!

I'm so glad that you can deliver in a regular OB room, I think it would be added stress to be in an OR to deliver.

Breech extraction? Yeah that sounds unpleasant to the ear. :scared:
At least you have had "experience" , docs are more inclined to let things progress naturally when you have had prior births.

My midwife was contemplating a trip to the OR for "placenta removal" after N. Freaked me out and she agreed it's not something she wanted to do. Right after she said it.. things "moved" right along. ewww :crazy2:

I remember it taking awhile with J too, but it was a teaching case that round (family practice resident, midwife, and OB.....plus an OB nurse, and a respose team standing by to suction J due to meconium... it was crowded in my room!)

I know!! Im all aflutter right now. I know things can change quickly, but right now.. Im so happy with where we are and how things are looking.

Yeesh. Placental removal? That sounds as unpleasant as breech extraction. :lmao:

I have never seen a placenta.. and Im good with that. I had a friend that had a baby in Alaska.. In a very rural Native American hospital. She was completely out of it when she had her baby, they asked if she wanted to see the placenta. She said yes. :scared: YUCK! :lmao: Frelan said it was disgusting.. and looked like a big hunk of meat.

[staley7580]

Ohhh... ANd she said that they were practicing breathing already!!:cool1:

[funnygarcia]

That's good that they are getting in those practice breaths.
It's a good indicator of healthy development. :)

[staley7580]

That's good that they are getting in those practice breaths.
It's a good indicator of healthy development. :)

:goodvibes I know! They are just looking so good. I NEVER thought we would make it this far.


On another note.. I talked to my mom today. I think she was trying to talk us into taking a cruise with her. In MAY. :scared: With the whole family!! :confused3 I could have been wrong, but she sure sounded like she wanted us to come.

[funnygarcia]

Had to help hubby finish up treatment, walking back to the bedroom I notice the cat speeding by me.. with a guilty look on her furry face. :scared: Not a good sign!

Yep, I was right.. she had bit the line that was draping across our bed. Comforter is wet from used dialysate. ARGH!:crazy2: yuck!

Hubby is shivering and burning up.. his temp is 100.7 :guilty: Lungs are clear, no cough, no sniffle.. not sure what is going on in his system right now.
His standard order is to head to the hospital if over 101 temp.

For now we will watch and see.. he's taking meds, bundled in a blanket and resting in the recliner. He has one last day with kids this week, Friday is a non student contact day for grading. He does have a clinic visit in the afternoon tomorrow, but I know nephrologists don't like dealing with non kidney illness.

[staley7580]

That blows. Im sorry he is sick. You put your foot down and MAKE him get better, darn it.

[funnygarcia]

On another note.. I talked to my mom today. I think she was trying to talk us into taking a cruise with her. In MAY. :scared: With the whole family!! :confused3 I could have been wrong, but she sure sounded like she wanted us to come.
:p
wow! hmmm... That's a little too soon. ??? Even with a singleton I would hesitate about taking a newborn on a cruise.

[staley7580]

:p
wow! hmmm... That's a little too soon. ??? Even with a singleton I would hesitate about taking a newborn on a cruise.

Yeah.. no kidding! especially to Mexico. :crazy2: Im good. I dont think I will be feeling like doing much when they are just a few weeks old. Much less taking a trip.

[AZMickeyfans]

:cool2:

[funnygarcia]

That blows. Im sorry he is sick. You put your foot down and MAKE him get better, darn it.


I KNOW! Darn him for letting those germy snotty tweens shed their mutant slime on him. :p

J was sick with some odd tummy bug a week ago, we're thinking it might be that.

But I worry about the salmenella link to peanut butter paste. They keep adding products to the recall list, it started here in MN. :sad2:
I grilled him on what he has eaten lately, anything at school or picked up anywhere.

[funnygarcia]

:cool2:


:cheer2: Hey stranger ! :cool1:

[AZMickeyfans]

As long as you guys are on the subject of sickness I'll throw in my story. Morgan has been throwing up nonstop since Monday night. low grade fever and can't keep a sip of water in her body. So sad.

[AZMickeyfans]

ok did I run you guys off?

[staley7580]

:cool2:
:cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: :cool1: SHAWNA!!!
I KNOW! Darn him for letting those germy snotty tweens shed their mutant slime on him. :p

J was sick with some odd tummy bug a week ago, we're thinking it might be that.

But I worry about the salmenella link to peanut butter paste. They keep adding products to the recall list, it started here in MN. :sad2:
I grilled him on what he has eaten lately, anything at school or picked up anywhere.
:scared: :crazy2: I hope he hasnt had anything!
As long as you guys are on the subject of sickness I'll throw in my story. Morgan has been throwing up nonstop since Monday night. low grade fever and can't keep a sip of water in her body. So sad.
Awww.. Poor baby. :grouphug: I hope she gets better really soon!
ok did I run you guys off?
Nope. I had to run and feed the beast. Lucky me, huh?:rotfl2:

[AZMickeyfans]

Thank God. I was going to self interview and its been awhile. That could have gotten interesting. :rotfl:

[funnygarcia]

As long as you guys are on the subject of sickness I'll throw in my story. Morgan has been throwing up nonstop since Monday night. low grade fever and can't keep a sip of water in her body. So sad.


:worried:bummer, I hate it when my kidlets get that sick. :sick:
I hope she gets better soon.

Have you tried gingerale instead of water? I know it sounds weird but sometimes that bit of sweetness helps.
I would be concerned about dehydration, keep trying. :hug:

[staley7580]

So what else is going on Shawna? Poor Morgan. Poor mama. I hate it when my kids get sick... especially with the barfies. :sad1:

[staley7580]

Thank God. I was going to self interview and its been awhile. That could have gotten interesting. :rotfl:

:rotfl2:

[funnygarcia]

ok did I run you guys off?

Had to chat with hubby, his temp is not going the direction I would like. :mad:

I gotta beat him into being well again. :lmao:

[AZMickeyfans]

:worried:bummer, I hate it when my kidlets get that sick. :sick:
I hope she gets better soon.

Have you tried gingerale instead of water? I know it sounds weird but sometimes that bit of sweetness helps.
I would be concerned about dehydration, keep trying. :hug:

We are doing sprite and sugar free popsicles to get her to have some fluids but she keeps throwing them up. YUCK.

Not much else is going on. I sewed today. Nothing new just fixed and altered some stuff. Thats it. Can't work at moms store because I think Morgan will be out all week.

[staley7580]

Had to chat with hubby, his temp is not going the direction I would like. :mad:

I gotta beat him into being well again. :lmao:

Wanna borrow my stick? ;) You KNOW you do. :thumbsup2

[AZMickeyfans]

Get a garden hose Bernice. That should snap him into a more normal temperature! Stick him in the snow!

[funnygarcia]

Wanna borrow my stick? ;) You KNOW you do. :thumbsup2
Sure! :rotfl2:

Or Shawna can break out the bok choy.

:lmao:

[funnygarcia]

Get a garden hose Bernice. That should snap him into a more normal temperature! Stick him in the snow!

Our snow is melting! :cool1:

Not very fast.... but it is! it is!!

I can dream that it will all go away and be sunshine and flowers in the next month.. dream dream dream.. :cloud9: :wizard:

[staley7580]

My mom was also talking about taking a trip to WDW. I think if we do a big family trip again, I wouldnt mind that one. When the babies are a bit older. But I am looking forward to their first Disney experience being Disneyland. Stupid.. huh? We cant WAIT to take them. :hyper:

[AZMickeyfans]

Would I be a ***** if I said its been 80 this past week?:snooty:

[staley7580]

Our snow is melting! :cool1:

Not very fast.... but it is! it is!!

I can dream that it will all go away and be sunshine and flowers in the next month.. dream dream dream.. :cloud9: :wizard:

Keep dreaming sister.

[staley7580]

Would I be a ***** if I said its been 80 this past week?:snooty:

Nope. Doesnt bother me a bit. That is TOOOOOOOO hot for me. now high 60's.. That is something I could sink my teeth into. But not right now. I thoroughly enjoy being pregnant in the winter. I have been running around in short sleeves for days. and it has been rather chilly. :rotfl2:

[funnygarcia]

I can understand that.. Our first family trip was DL because hubby remembered going when he was little. Now it's become a tradition, we keep thinking of who else we need to bring to share the magic.

All of his family has gone with us, and two of my nephews so far. I want to take my sis but she already said she would rather spend time at the beach or elsewhere. She just doesn't know what she is missing. :snooty:

[funnygarcia]

Would I be a ***** if I said its been 80 this past week?:snooty:

:rotfl:
yeah well.. I wouldn't want the 100+ summer that goes with the nice winter 80.

Hubby and I joke that we will be snow birds when we are old and grey. (sooner if we win the lottery) ::yes::

[staley7580]

I can understand that.. Our first family trip was DL because hubby remembered going when he was little. Now it's become a tradition, we keep thinking of who else we need to bring to share the magic.

All of his family has gone with us, and two of my nephews so far. I want to take my sis but she already said she would rather spend time at the beach or elsewhere. She just doesn't know what she is missing. :snooty:

:sad2: Some people. I never understood how my sister could live SO CLOSE.. and never go! They just dont get it. Disney is LOVELY. If we lived that close.. we would go all the time. :sad2: Nut jobs!:rotfl2:

[funnygarcia]

:sad2: Some people. I never understood how my sister could live SO CLOSE.. and never go! They just dont get it. Disney is LOVELY. If we lived that close.. we would go all the time. :sad2: Nut jobs!:rotfl2:

I KNOW! :lmao: :rotfl2: :rotfl:

[AZMickeyfans]

:rotfl:
yeah well.. I wouldn't want the 100+ summer that goes with the nice winter 80.

Hubby and I joke that we will be snow birds when we are old and grey. (sooner if we win the lottery) ::yes::

C'mon down. Half of your state is here now. :thumbsup2

[staley7580]

A lot of the women on my twin boards that are in my month are having their babies already. I think we have had 4 or 5 already. Scary stuff.

[AZMickeyfans]

You'll do fine Meg. Now where the heck is the hug? GRRR:badpc:

[staley7580]

You'll do fine Meg. Now where the heck is the hug? GRRR:badpc:

We are doing really well so far! After my appointment today, Im feeling really good about it all. I want a milkshake.

[funnygarcia]

:hug: I had to do some searching to find it, missed it the first few times.

[funnygarcia]

We are doing really well so far! After my appointment today, Im feeling really good about it all. I want a milkshake.

Love how you just toss that in there. :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[staley7580]

:hug: I had to do some searching to find it, missed it the first few times.

What? Did I miss something?

[staley7580]

Love how you just toss that in there. :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

:rotfl2: Its been on my mind all afternoon. I wish I could go get one, but I can just imagine the look Frelan would give me if he found out I left the house without him. I think he would sting me up by my toes. :rotfl2:

[funnygarcia]

What? Did I miss something? No


I should have quoted Shawna.. she was looking for the hug smiley.. I found it...

carry on

[staley7580]

So,, Frelan and Alex were messing around the other day. Frelan says.. Ahhh!! Im going to shoot you in the face with a bazooka!!! Joking, of course. Alex looks at him.. :snooty: you dont HAVE a bazooka. :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: OMG. I TOTALLY peed my pants. He TOLD you. :rotfl2:

[AZMickeyfans]

i'm carrying on.

[funnygarcia]

:rotfl2: Its been on my mind all afternoon. I wish I could go get one, but I can just imagine the look Frelan would give me if he found out I left the house without him. I think he would sting me up by my toes. :rotfl2:

:scared: yeah.. that would not be good.





For Frelan

;)

[staley7580]

No


I should have quoted Shawna.. she was looking for the hug smiley.. I found it...

carry on

Duh. Im a ding dong..:lmao:

[funnygarcia]

i'm carrying on.

Good.

[staley7580]

i'm carrying on.
Glad to hear it.
:scared: yeah.. that would not be good.





For Frelan

;)

I know.. He would so throw his back out.

[AZMickeyfans]

Alright nuballs, Morgan is wanting me to go sleep with her. I can't wait til I get this illness too. ;) Goodnight!

[funnygarcia]

I know.. He would so throw his back out.

:lmao: :lmao:

That or ....you would break out your big stick and chase him down for giving you grief.
:lmao:

Don't mess with the preggie woman! :scared: :p

[staley7580]

Alright nuballs, Morgan is wanting me to go sleep with her. I can't wait til I get this illness too. ;) Goodnight!
Night Shawna.
:lmao: :lmao:

That or ....you would break out your big stick and chase him down for giving you grief.
:lmao:

Don't mess with the preggie woman! :scared: :p

Bah.. my chasing days are over. I would have to get him in his sleep. :rotfl2:

[funnygarcia]

Alright nuballs, Morgan is wanting me to go sleep with her. I can't wait til I get this illness too. ;) Goodnight!

ohhhh nooo, that would suck!

Hope she gets better and no sharing the germies.

Night.

[tinkermell]

Hi ladies!!
This is my usual drive by, that I have been doing lately. I had a wonderful time at DL. the weather was just beautiful. In the low 80s!!:goodvibes

I wish you guys were going on the ladies trip. I will miss you all!

Megan, How are you? Are you as big as a house?

Bernice, are you freezing your fanny off?

Shawna, tell Morgan to get better soon. Glad to see you around again.

Alex, where are you?

Pix, what's up?

Hi Sarah!

Has Gina been around at all??

What's Dizzy and Ali up to lately?

How about Christina?

[staley7580]

Hi ladies!!
This is my usual drive by, that I have been doing lately. I had a wonderful time at DL. the weather was just beautiful. In the low 80s!!:goodvibes

I wish you guys were going on the ladies trip. I will miss you all!

Megan, How are you? Are you as big as a house?



Yes... I am. But Im only up a total of what?? 16 pounds so far this pregnancy? Not to shabby. Here is my update from today... If you pop back over to read it!

BIG EXCITING NEWS!!!


Okay. So nothing earth shattering, but I had a GREAT appointment today!!! First off.. Is it any wonder I feel like crap?? My babies weigh 3 and a half pounds EACH!!:cool1: :cool1: :cheer2: That is fantastic!! I already have 7 pounds of baby in my belly. :rotfl2: The doctor is LOVING those weights. She said that by 36 weeks they will EASILY be 6-7 pounds each! I gained NO weight over the past 3 weeks, and the doc was a little concerned, until she measured me. I went from measuring 33 weeks at my last appt. to 39 at this one!!:faint: At this rate, Im going to measure 60 weeks pregnant when the babies come!:rotfl2:

Baby A is still head down, and thankfully, that is the baby with the bigger head! She said that is awesome... they prefer the big headed babies to pave the way. :rotfl2: Baby B is breech again. :sad2: What can I say.. she is a girl, and just cant seem to make up her mind. So we are on track for a vag. delivery!!:cheer2: Who knew something like that would have me SO excited!!

Speaking of delivery. This was probably the highlight of my appt. We discussed delivery, and how it would go.. As long as everyone is healthy, and such.. WELL. I DONT have to deliver in the operating room, UNLESS they suspect something will go wrong with baby B. AND I dont have to have an epidural, but they DO suggest it, because a breech extraction can be very.. uncomfortable. :crazy2: Sounds like it!:rotfl2: Frelan said that sounds like Swat terminology.. Breech extraction. :rotfl2: Im sure that I will get the epi after a bit, But its nice to know they arent going to push it on me!

I am WICKED excited that there is a chance Alex might get to be there when the babies are born! He SO wants that! :cool1: :cool1:

[sameyeyam]

I'm up to 5'1":) And I'm headed to the Bahamas in exactly one week.:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

[funnygarcia]

Hello Ms. Drive By Melody!

:flower3:

Not freezing, it's been nice in the 20's and 30's.

:cool1: Heat wave!!! :cool1:

Our "original" Gina hasn't been on, but she's still around.
I say "original" as we have a new poster.. another Gina.

[sameyeyam]

Awesome news Megan! Glad the babies are growing well.:thumbsup2

So are you just about ready for the Ladies Trip? Sounds like a lot of fun.:thumbsup2

[funnygarcia]

Hey Alison!

No self interview needed today. :thumbsup2

[staley7580]

I'm up to 5'1":) And I'm headed to the Bahamas in exactly one week.:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:

:cool1: :cool1: How many inches is that Alison?? Because I just did a waist measurement. I think I might be bigger around, then you are tall. :scared:

[staley7580]

Hey Alison!

No self interview needed today. :thumbsup2

Indeed. We are HERE. And ready to PARTY!!:cool1: :cheer2: :crazy2:

[sameyeyam]

:cool1: :cool1: How many inches is that Alison?? Because I just did a waist measurement. I think I might be bigger around, then you are tall. :scared:

I do believe it's 60" tall, but I push that extra inch, so lets go with 61" tall. :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: 4'10" is considered a little person. So if I were 2-1/2 inches shorter I would be qualified to have my own Little Person reality show.:rotfl:

Indeed. We are HERE. And ready to PARTY!!:cool1: :cheer2: :crazy2:

:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :joker: :mic: :clown: :firefight :crowded: :clown: pixiedust: :offtopic: :blush: :badpc: :hyper:

[staley7580]

My husband just left. As he was walking out the door I yelled... I love Orange juice!! :sad2: I DO. But I meant to say I loved him. I love him maybe just a bit more than orange juice. Sometimes. Unless its fresh squeezed. Then all bets are off. :lmao: :lmao:

[staley7580]

I do believe it's 60" tall, but I push that extra inch, so lets go with 61" tall. :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: 4'10" is considered a little person. So if I were 2-1/2 inches shorter I would be qualified to have my own Little Person reality show.:rotfl:



:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2: :joker: :mic: :clown: :firefight :crowded: :clown: pixiedust: :offtopic: :blush: :badpc: :hyper:

Oh thank goodness. Im not then. PHEW. :rotfl2:

[funnygarcia]

4'10" is considered a little person. So if I were 2-1/2 inches shorter I would be qualified to have my own Little Person reality show.:rotfl:


:rotfl: :rotfl:
Darn, I was this close! :rotfl:

[sameyeyam]

Hey Alison!

No self interview needed today. :thumbsup2

Whew!!! I'm running out of interesting things to ask myself. I'm glad you guys are here tonight. Because I've been perusing the CB and one of these days I'm going to say something to get myself in trouble.:rotfl2:

[tinkermell]

Yes... I am. But Im only up a total of what?? 16 pounds so far this pregnancy? Not to shabby. Here is my update from today... If you pop back over to read it!Everything sounds awesome Megan!! :goodvibes And your babies are already 3+ pounds!!:goodvibes Good job on your weight too! :thumbsup2 You are getting close, that is for sure!! Woo hoo! I bet you can hardly believe it huh?

I'm up to 5'1":) And I'm headed to the Bahamas in exactly one week.:cheer2: :cheer2: :cheer2:Yuk yuk! THe Bahamas?? How cool is that? Or warm I guess you could say. Have a wonderful time, and be safe.

Hello Ms. Drive By Melody!

:flower3:

Not freezing, it's been nice in the 20's and 30's.

:cool1: Heat wave!!! :cool1:

Our "original" Gina hasn't been on, but she's still around.
I say "original" as we have a new poster.. another Gina.Yeah........a regular heat wave for sure. :sad2:

:cool1: :cool1: How many inches is that Alison?? Because I just did a waist measurement. I think I might be bigger around, then you are tall. :scared::eek: :lmao:

[staley7580]

Whew!!! I'm running out of interesting things to ask myself. I'm glad you guys are here tonight. Because I've been perusing the CB and one of these days I'm going to say something to get myself in trouble.:rotfl2:

:rotfl2:

[funnygarcia]

My husband just left. As he was walking out the door I yelled... I love Orange juice!! :sad2: I DO. But I meant to say I loved him. I love him maybe just a bot more than orange juice. Sometimes. Unless its fresh squeezed. Then all bets are off. :lmao: :lmao:

:rotfl:

Pregnancy fog brain has won yet again!

So will he puzzle over that all night? :scratchin "Does she love me, or just the orange juice I bring home? Or did she mean I need to BUY her some orange juice?"

[tinkermell]

Hi to the new Gina!!! :wave2:

[sameyeyam]

My husband just left. As he was walking out the door I yelled... I love Orange juice!! :sad2: I DO. But I meant to say I loved him. I love him maybe just a bot more than orange juice. Sometimes. Unless its fresh squeezed. Then all bets are off. :lmao: :lmao:

:rotfl2: :lmao: :rotfl:

[staley7580]

Everything sounds awesome Megan!! :goodvibes And your babies are already 3+ pounds!!:goodvibes Good job on your weight too! :thumbsup2 You are getting close, that is for sure!! Woo hoo! I bet you can hardly believe it huh?

Yuk yuk! THe Bahamas?? How cool is that? Or warm I guess you could say. Have a wonderful time, and be safe.

Yeah........a regular heat wave for sure. :sad2:

:eek: :lmao:
I cant! Im so excited!! I have just been on cloud 9 all day.
:rotfl:

Pregnancy fog brain has won yet again!

So will he puzzle over that all night? :scratchin "Does she love me, or just the orange juice I bring home? Or did she mean I need to BUY her some orange juice?"

He looked at me like..:confused3 What am I supposed to do with that? After it flew out of my stupid mouth... I was like.. but I love you more!! I dont think he believed me. Hopefully he brings me some orange juice tomorrow. :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[sameyeyam]

:rotfl:

Pregnancy fog brain has won yet again!

So will he puzzle over that all night? :scratchin "Does she love me, or just the orange juice I bring home? Or did she mean I need to BUY her some orange juice?"

If he's a smart hubby he will know the answer to the first two and he will bring home 3 different kinds of orange juice, orange sherbert, a bag of oranges and orange soda pop just to cover all the bases.:thumbsup2

[funnygarcia]

hey I just noticed.. Ursala is a nice choice to look at, far less creepy looking. But creepy is good too.

The changing avatars messes me up, had to go back and read.. who the heck was??? ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

When I see people posting on the CB that have the playdough can.. I perk up and read it.. then realize.. oh wiat.. that's not Alison. She wouldn't say THAT!

:rotfl2:

[sameyeyam]

I changed my avatar and now I'm having a bit of a complex...now my can of Play Doh is gone and I'm not happy with the other choices. I have no idea why I changed it, but I did. Now I'm a name without a face.:scared:

[funnygarcia]

If he's a smart hubby he will know the answer to the first two and he will bring home 3 different kinds of orange juice, orange sherbert, a bag of oranges and orange soda pop just to cover all the bases.:thumbsup2
::yes:: Exactly!

:lmao:

sigh.. just when we all are having fun.

Night ladies!

POOF!

http://www.planetjune.com/blog/images/pumpkin3.jpg

[sameyeyam]

hey I just noticed.. Ursala is a nice choice to look at, far less creepy looking. But creepy is good too.

The changing avatars messes me up, had to go back and read.. who the heck was??? ohhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh

When I see people posting on the CB that have the playdough can.. I perk up and read it.. then realize.. oh wiat.. that's not Alison. She wouldn't say THAT!

:rotfl2:

You didn't like my hammerhead shark?:rotfl2: Actually he was kind of freaky deaky looking and was giving me the willy's so I chucked him back in the big pond and plucked Ursula out.:lmao:

[staley7580]

I changed my avatar and now I'm having a bit of a complex...now my can of Play Doh is gone and I'm not happy with the other choices. I have no idea why I changed it, but I did. Now I'm a name without a face.:scared:

:rotfl2: Bummer. We need something else to jump out at us that says.. Alison!

[staley7580]

Night B!

[staley7580]

oooohhh... I have something pokey sticking out of my belly. I think it is a foot, or a knee. Ouch.

[tinkermell]

Yeah............Ursula doesn't quite fit the 5'1" image. :upsidedow

[tinkermell]

Good Night Bernice!

[sameyeyam]

Happy Dreams B. :flower3:

[sameyeyam]

I think Pumba fits me more than Ursula does.:thumbsup2

[sameyeyam]

Ladies, I bid you all a goodnight. Happy Dreams to all.

[staley7580]

Night Alison!

[Alex2kMommy]

Thank God. I was going to self interview and its been awhile. That could have gotten interesting. :rotfl:
hey! you look familiar... ;)

Alright nuballs
what the heck does that word mean? is it a bad word?

My husband just left. As he was walking out the door I yelled... I love Orange juice!! :sad2:
:rotfl2:

[eatmypixiedust]

http://i167.photobucket.com/albums/u132/beedah2/Smiley/QUICKHELLO.gif

[staley7580]

I thought she said nut balls. I should read slower. :rotfl2: Must be all the orange juice Im drinking.

[staley7580]

Hey pix!

[eatmypixiedust]

Hey pix!

Hi Staley! Hi Alex! What's happenin ladies? :moped:

[eatmypixiedust]

And a :crazy2: for Staley :rotfl: :lmao:

[staley7580]

Hi Staley! Hi Alex! What's happenin ladies? :moped:

Nothing special.. Went to the dr today, and I quoted it on the last page for Melody if you want read all about it. Oh. and apparently, I love orange juice more then my husband. :rotfl2: :rotfl2:

[staley7580]

And a :crazy2: for Staley :rotfl: :lmao:

THANKS!!! I just love that guy!!princess: :crazy2:

[Alex2kMommy]

not much going on here. dh and ds8 had basketball practice tonight. took ds4 to gymnastics today; the teacher said he listened well today, but had to chastise a little girl several times. i guess if it ain't one, it's another... :rotfl:

yesterday i took ds8's disposable camera (from our december disneyland trip) to costco for developing, and today i picked it up. out of 39 photos, i think there were about 6 or 7 that didn't have his finger covering 2/3 of the photo... :headache:

he threw out the worst ones, but wanted to keep ones where he could see something in that clear 1/3. :rotfl:

[staley7580]

I want to go to Disneyland so bad.. Im WICKED JEALOUS of everyone going.

[eatmypixiedust]

Wow! I'm glad that your pregnancy is going well and I still can't believe the babies will be here soon! :grouphug: You're doing awesome! :yay:

I'm drinking orange juice right now :rotfl: :rotfl: I just read your post on how you love orange juice. I bought the Simply Orange Juice from Ralph's awhile ago. It's the only one I like that is pulp free and tastes great. :thumbsup2


Oh, did you guys hear about some cosmetics lawsuit? :confused3 My sister called me and asked where I was. I told her I was at the mall and she told me to head to Macy's for some free clinique and say I'm hear for the class action lawsuit settlement. I head over to the Clinique counter and had an unpleasant encounter with some wretched woman behind the counter who told me they didn't have anything.

Then I head to Nordstrom and there is a line to enter the store. I wonder what's going on....maybe a famouns designer is there? :confused3 Nope! I see a sign that says that if you are here for the cosmetcis lawsuit to wait in line. The line moved quickly, they had security guards handing out papers with #'s on it. I waited in line for just 2 minutes and then walked into the store to a long table with a bunch of people. They asked me if I want Clinique Moisture On Surge for daytime or some tiny night time cream that may have been Estee Lauder. I got the Clinique and all I had to do was sign my name on a clipboard and that was it. I got it for my mom because she was too busy to go to the mall. Apparently it's at all Macy's and Nordstrom stores and not sure if you can get it from other places as well.

[staley7580]

not much going on here. dh and ds8 had basketball practice tonight. took ds4 to gymnastics today; the teacher said he listened well today, but had to chastise a little girl several times. i guess if it ain't one, it's another... :rotfl:

yesterday i took ds8's disposable camera (from our december disneyland trip) to costco for developing, and today i picked it up. out of 39 photos, i think there were about 6 or 7 that didn't have his finger covering 2/3 of the photo... :headache:

he threw out the worst ones, but wanted to keep ones where he could see something in that clear 1/3. :rotfl:

:rotfl2: I love kids. That cracks me up. I am going to do that for the kids on our next trip.. They love to take pictures.

I cant wait to put the kids back in the Y. I am going to re-sign back up next friday.. I want to get my fat butt in that pool. I hope my suit still fits. :scared: The new session starts the first week of April, so hopefully I will be well enough to take them to classes by then. I know that poor Mikalah needs to get out of the house.

[Alex2kMommy]

oh! i had a brain flash today. i remembered i was supposed to sign ds8 up for spring baseball soon, but i meant to talk with a neighbor, who coaches one of the teams. i couldn't find the flyer i saved that had info, so i looked all over the house for their phone number (their son is a friend of ds') and finally found it and gave them a call.

he told me the final date for sign-up was tonight. i asked a bunch of questions, then grabbed ds4 and dashed down to the sign-up location. there was a bit of confusion, since the friend's dad had told me to sign up for AA ball, but the guy helping me was telling me i had to sign ds up for A ball. we finally got it all straightened out, thank goodness, and we are most likely going to wind up on the buddy's team with lots of other kids from the same school. sweet!

he's so excited, and it's very cute. :goodvibes

[eatmypixiedust]

When I left Nordstrom there was a massive line of people waiting outside to get in. I thought it was crazy but it's cool because most people (such as myself) were oblivious to what was going on but they scored free cosmetics.

I'm not sure what the lawsuit is...I need to search but I heard it may have something to do with them selling expired products. :faint: :scared:

[staley7580]

Wow! I'm glad that your pregnancy is going well and I still can't believe the babies will be here soon! :grouphug: You're doing awesome! :yay:

I'm drinking orange juice right now :rotfl: :rotfl: I just read your post on how you love orange juice. I bought the Simply Orange Juice from Ralph's awhile ago. It's the only one I like that is pulp free and tastes great. :thumbsup2


Oh, did you guys hear about some cosmetics lawsuit? :confused3 My sister called me and asked where I was. I told her I was at the mall and she told me to head to Macy's for some free clinique and say I'm hear for the class action lawsuit settlement. I head over to the Clinique counter and had an unpleasant encounter with some wretched woman behind the counter who told me they didn't have anything.

Then I head to Nordstrom and there is a line to enter the store. I wonder what's going on....maybe a famouns designer is there? :confused3 Nope! I see a sign that says that if you are here for the cosmetcis lawsuit to wait in line. The line moved quickly, they had security guards handing out papers with #'s on it. I waited in line for just 2 minutes and then walked into the store to a long table with a bunch of people. They asked me if I want Clinique Moisture On Surge for daytime or some tiny night time cream that may have been Estee Lauder. I got the Clinique and all I had to do was sign my name on a clipboard and that was it. I got it for my mom because she was too busy to go to the mall. Apparently it's at all Macy's and Nordstrom stores and not sure if you can get it from other places as well.
I read about that on the budget board. It sounds neat... but there is no way my big ole but can walk through the mall right now. :sad2: Otherwise I would be all over it!

[eatmypixiedust]

I read about that on the budget board. It sounds neat... but there is no way my big ole but can walk through the mall right now. :sad2: Otherwise I would be all over it!

That's when you send your DH! J/k :rotfl: :rotfl:

[staley7580]

That's when you send your DH! J/k :rotfl: :rotfl:

:rotfl2: He would just LOVE that!

[eatmypixiedust]

:rotfl2: He would just LOVE that!

:rotfl2: :lmao:

[eatmypixiedust]

http://www.wxyz.com/content/news/seenon7priority/story/Cosmetics-Lawsuit-Free-Products-Offered/Ag6GVIvLo0SyHaB4KDvi-w.cspx

Here's an article on the lawsuit

[staley7580]

http://www.wxyz.com/content/news/seenon7priority/story/Cosmetics-Lawsuit-Free-Products-Offered/Ag6GVIvLo0SyHaB4KDvi-w.cspx

Here's an article on the lawsuit

Huh. So they are getting punished for selling things at full price? :confused3 Okay.

[Alex2kMommy]

:rotfl2: I love kids. That cracks me up. I am going to do that for the kids on our next trip.. They love to take pictures.

I cant wait to put the kids back in the Y. I am going to re-sign back up next friday.. I want to get my fat butt in that pool. I hope my suit still fits. :scared: The new session starts the first week of April, so hopefully I will be well enough to take them to classes by then. I know that poor Mikalah needs to get out of the house.
yeah, in the grand scheme of things (all the money we spend on vacation) it was a fairly cheap thrill, about $8 for the camera and only $5.88 at costco for the developing. :thumbsup2

[eatmypixiedust]

Huh. So they are getting punished for selling things at full price? :confused3 Okay.

I think they must have also had free gift offers so that other stores couldn't compete with them. :confused3

[staley7580]

I have to pee. Just in case you were wondering. ;) :rotfl2:

[Alex2kMommy]

I'm not sure what the lawsuit is...I need to search but I heard it may have something to do with them selling expired products. :faint: :scared:
i read about this a month or two ago, and that this was how they were going to pay the settlement. basically by signing you are stating that you have bought these products during the timeframe specified in the lawsuit... it's quite a lengthy time, like 7 years... i think it has to do with price fixing, not expired or unsafe products.

[eatmypixiedust]

i read about this a month or two ago, and that this was how they were going to pay the settlement. basically by signing you are stating that you have bought these products during the timeframe specified in the lawsuit... it's quite a lengthy time, like 7 years... i think it has to do with price fixing, not expired or unsafe products.

Oh okay. I know a lot of stores here ran out but Nordstrom was crazy :faint:

[staley7580]

there is a thread on the budget board about cheap date nights.. EASY. A case of Mikes hard Lemonade and a movie. Wait until the kids go to bed, and.. VIOLA!! Cheap date.

[Alex2kMommy]

that's a cheap date that sounds familiar... :lmao:

now that we're friendly with a neighbor family, they've had us over a couple times for dinner and cards, and we reciprocated. it's nice to have an evening of adult conversation and fun, and at the same time the kids are having fun together watching a movie or playing. talk about a cheap date! :thumbsup2

[eatmypixiedust]

there is a thread on the budget board about cheap date nights.. EASY. A case of Mikes hard Lemonade and a movie. Wait until the kids go to bed, and.. VIOLA!! Cheap date.

:rotfl: That's a cute idea :thumbsup2

[staley7580]

Frelan has been off work tons lately, so we have been spending a LOT of time alone together. Its been nice. It would be nice to get out of the house without the kids, but thats not going to happen for a while. Between him working tons, and always having the kids around.. Its easy to forget that we actually like each other.. Sometimes. Unless there is orange juice around. ;) :rotfl2:

[Alex2kMommy]

Frelan has been off work tons lately, so we have been spending a LOT of time alone together. Its been nice. It would be nice to get out of the house without the kids, but thats not going to happen for a while. Between him working tons, and always having the kids around.. Its easy to forget that we actually like each other.. Sometimes. Unless there is orange juice around. ;) :rotfl2:
:rotfl:

i'm having trouble keeping my eyes open, so i'm going to call it a night. good night, all! :cloud9:

[staley7580]

Night! I should hit the hay to.. I have to take cup cakes to the boys school tomorrow. but first I have to buy them!

[funnygarcia]

The makeup giveaway was for one day right?

Anytime I read of class action lawsuits I check to see if I qualify, the makeup I wouldn't qualify.. but in the past I signed up for lawsuits involving Microsoft , Toyota (they got in trouble for price discrimination when selling to Latinos), Columbia records, and a medication company.

It takes several months for the process to complete, but it's worth the wait.
Money, free product, offers at discounted price.

I guess not many people sign up, cool! More for me! ;)

[AZMickeyfans]

Hey guys. Long night with morgan. Bernice, I'm starting to worry about dehydration with Morgan too. I dont think she has gone pee since yesterday morning.

[funnygarcia]

Has she been able to get anything down today or yesterday?

You said it started Monday right? That's a bit long to still be vomiting.

Check her lips and mouth, dry? pale color?
Check her skin on her arm, pinch it lightly .. does the skin spring back or does it "tent"?

[AZMickeyfans]

Has she been able to get anything done today or yesterday?

You said it started Monday right? That's a bit long to still be vomitting.

Check her lips and mouth, dry? pale color?
Check her skin on her arm, pinch it lightly .. does the skin spring back or does it "tent"?

Ok she is still asleep but her mouth is pretty dry, not all the way dry but the tip of her tongue was dry. her lips are dry. She does not have to go to the bathroom she says. When I pinch her arms the skin goes back ok.

[AZMickeyfans]

Ok check that. She just went pee a little. I think I'll try to see if she can keep anything down now. If not I'm taking her in. She wont even let me touch her stomach it hurts her so much. Poor baby.

[funnygarcia]

Ok she is still asleep but her mouth is pretty dry, not all the way dry but the tip of her tongue was dry. her lips are dry. She does not have to go to the bathroom she says. When I pinch her arms the skin goes back ok.


Decreased urine is not a good sign... I would call your doc just to be safe. Being sick that long is more than a typical stomach bug, 24 to 48 hours is okay.
Other signs.. weakness, dizzy, not thinking clearly, sunken eyes, no sweat...

[funnygarcia]

Ok check that. She just went pee a little. I think I'll try to see if she can keep anything down now. If not I'm taking her in. She wont even let me touch her stomach it hurts her so much. Poor baby.

Does she have stomach cramps?
Poor girl, poor mom too. :hug:

[AZMickeyfans]

Does she have stomach cramps?
Poor girl, poor mom too. :hug:

Yes, she just drank a few sips of water and her stomach started hurting so bad she bent over in pain. She has not thrown it up yet but yesterday it took about 10-15 minutes. She says its just a dull pain now. :confused3

[funnygarcia]

She needs to go in..

It could be an intestinal illness (needing antibiotics) or it could even be appendicitis.

N had severe cramps, nausea, low grade fever.. we watched him for a few hours and he didn't get any better.. had his appendix out that night. They were hesitant at first since his fever wasn't very high and his white blood cell count was up but not extremely high. The severe cramps was the deal breaker, he could barely walk.

Doc took the "better safe than sorry" route and away he went to surgery.

It's likely not appendicitis.. it doesn't happen often in children. But the fact that she is in pain, not drinking, decreased urine.. she needs to go in.

[staley7580]

I am SOOO tired, but I cant take a nap because I have to go to the boys school. :sad: :sad: Dang kids and their birthdays!!:rotfl2:

[MotoXPrincess99]

:moped: :wave2:

[eatmypixiedust]

Ok check that. She just went pee a little. I think I'll try to see if she can keep anything down now. If not I'm taking her in. She wont even let me touch her stomach it hurts her so much. Poor baby.

Hi Shawna,

I'm sorry to hear that Morgan is not feeling well. I agree with Bernice, you may want to take her to the doctor to find out what's causing the pain. I hope it is nothing serious and that she feels better soon. :grouphug:

[eatmypixiedust]

So this weekend in Chinese New Year's Eve and next Monday is Chinese New Year. Our factory is off for 2 weeks (lucky!). I wish I had that day off too! :lol: At least we get red envelopes and get to eat some cool food. :cheer2:

Next week my mom's friend is coming over from Taiwan with her daughter. They were the ones that took us to take those fun photos when we were in Taiwan 2 years ago and they also took me around to some cool places.

My family is taking them to Canada for 2 days. They asked if I wanted to go but I said no (too busy at work). I will however take them to DL and DCA so that should be fun. :yay: I can't wait to see Pixie Hollow and the new Sleeping Beauty Castle Walk-through.

[Alex2kMommy]

just about time to dash to pick up the boy. ds4 has been begging to go get his big brother for the past two hours, what the heck??? :lmao:

awwww... he just asked me, 'does your brain hurt?' i said, 'no, does your brain hurt?' he said yes. he looks very tired and is kinda whiney... :sad1:

:sad1:

[Alex2kMommy]

Yes, she just drank a few sips of water and her stomach started hurting so bad she bent over in pain. She has not thrown it up yet but yesterday it took about 10-15 minutes. She says its just a dull pain now. :confused3
shawna, sorry morgan is not feeling well. i hope it's nothing too serious. :hug:

[MotoXPrincess99]

I just ordered some Disney Crocs for my mom and I from crocs.com. $17.99 a pair and free shipping! I got pink ones and got her the black ones.

[Jennasmomma]

Hello everyone. I've been sleeping a lot lately. Pain will do that to you.

I have the pink with pearl strap disney crocs. DD had the fushia ones but she out grew them. I love them. :)

[sameyeyam]

Once again perfect timing...had a few minutes to kill before dinner is ready. Nobody's here!

[staley7580]

Once again perfect timing...had a few minutes to kill before dinner is ready. Nobody's here!

What am I? Chopped liver? :lmao:


Dr.s office called today. Failed my GD test. Knew that was coming.. So I get to have the three hour tolerance test on Monday. :cheer2: :lmao: Cant wait!

[sameyeyam]

Sure hope Morgan is ok. DS hasn't been feeling well this week. He was running a fever last night and said his stomach hurt this morning. I think it's just sinus congestion, low grade fever. I took him to work with me today, he just spent most of the day sleeping on the couch, watching movies and reading. Then we went to Sonic to eat lunch...figured that was the best place. We could eat in the car and not expose other's to whatever he has.

So now I'm wondering what the incubation period is...right about the time I'm on vacation??:confused3::yes::

[sameyeyam]

What am I? Chopped liver? :lmao:


Dr.s office called today. Failed my GD test. New that was coming.. So I get to have the three hour tolerance test on Monday. :cheer2: :lmao: Cant wait!


Is that the gestational diabetes test?? The one where you drink the icky stuff and then have to hang around their office for a few hours before testing??

[staley7580]

Is that the gestational diabetes test?? The one where you drink the icky stuff and then have to hang around their office for a few hours before testing??

Yeah. I did the one hour test yesterday. I drank the crap at home, and tested when i got there.. Now I get to have a crap load of draws on Monday.:cool1: :rolleyes:

[sameyeyam]

I never had diabetes, but all of that sugary drink stuff used to make me really dizzy and I felt like I was going to pass out.

Well girly, the timer on the oven just went off so dinner's ready. TTYL!

[Alex2kMommy]

Yeah, that stuff is fun, fun, fun! :rotfl:

Don't forget to bring something with protein in it to eat right afterward. dng it now my 'A' key is strting to misbehve. :sad2:

[staley7580]

Yeah, that stuff is fun, fun, fun! :rotfl:

Don't forget to bring something with protein in it to eat right afterward. dng it now my 'A' key is strting to misbehve. :sad2:

Good idea! I was sitting here trying to figure out how in the heck I was going to wait so long without eating.

[Alex2kMommy]

i remember thinking the sme thing: i'm pregnnt, nd you re not going to let me eat??? :eek:

[staley7580]

i remember thinking the sme thing: i'm pregnnt, nd you re not going to let me eat??? :eek:

:rotfl2: Right!

I am worried that they are going to put me a GD diet, and I am going to really start losing weight. As it is, I am taking in as many calories as I can.. milkshakes and all.. and Im not gaining anything. Im still eating healthy stuff.. But I have to supplement somehow, you know. ;) :rotfl2: I eat SO MUCH, Really. Crud. Now I worried about keeping my weight up. Who would have ever thought that would be problem for me. :rolleyes: :lmao:

[Alex2kMommy]

the GD diet means cutting out sugar (or things tht the body esily converts to sugr, like bread.) For me it ment eating lot more protein thn i was used to: eggs, cheese, and of course meat.

[Alex2kMommy]

oh, and also paying attention to when (what time of day) you eat certain kinds of foods. like i used to have a mocha and an english muffin or scone for breakfast, and that was out. i still had a latte (no chocolate), with scrambled eggs and breakfast sausage (protein first thing in the morning!)

hey, the 'A' key is working again. Weird!

[Alex2kMommy]

my old employer had layoffs yesterday, and a friend of mine got laid off. well, i guess i should say i know of one friend. i'm sure there are other people i know who got cut. :sad1:

[Alex2kMommy]

geez, the news is on right now. microsoft is laying off 5,000 (most of them from the seattle area), boeing 3,500, and wamu 3,000. good lord, that's a lot of folks in the area all at once!

my dad was part of the big boeing layoff in 1970 (the one where they posted a billboard in seattle: will the last person to leave please turn out the lights?) we wound up leaving the area for 4+ years.

[staley7580]

the GD diet means cutting out sugar (or things tht the body esily converts to sugr, like bread.) For me it ment eating lot more protein thn i was used to: eggs, cheese, and of course meat.
I know.. Thats what she had me eating at the beginning of the pregnancy.. and I just lost weight like crazy.
my old employer had layoffs yesterday, and a friend of mine got laid off. well, i guess i should say i know of one friend. i'm sure there are other people i know who got cut. :sad1:
What a bummer. :guilty:

[Alex2kMommy]

yeah, the really sad part is that her dh is seriously ill, he has several major illnesses going on, lots of doctor visits and medications. they were trying to get him healthy and stable enough for surgery he needs to remove deadly tissue. she is the family's breadwinner, and they have two young children. my heart breaks for them.

[sameyeyam]

DH got a letter today from the unemployment office demanding $1,800 saying they had overpaid him. They are claiming that he collected unemployment benefits in November while working for Burlington Northern.

IDIOTS!!! He didn't start working for BNSF until December 1. We called and set them straight. Still, I will have to mail and fax a letter also because they always seem to mess things up. The lady I spoke with said they would correct their records, but I still imagine this is going to be a governmental nightmare!

It doesn't matter that they have a letter on file of his employment offer from BNSF "saying Start Date December 1"! Guess that would be to easy to figure out.

[staley7580]

yeah, the really sad part is that her dh is seriously ill, he has several major illnesses going on, lots of doctor visits and medications. they were trying to get him healthy and stable enough for surgery he needs to remove deadly tissue. she is the family's breadwinner, and they have two young children. my heart breaks for them.
Thats just awful. :grouphug:
DH got a letter today from the unemployment office demanding $1,800 saying they had overpaid him. They are claiming that he collected unemployment benefits in November while working for Burlington Northern.

IDIOTS!!! He didn't start working for BNSF until December 1. We called and set them straight. Still, I will have to mail and fax a letter also because they always seem to mess things up. The lady I spoke with said they would correct their records, but I still imagine this is going to be a governmental nightmare!

It doesn't matter that they have a letter on file of his employment offer from BNSF "saying Start Date December 1"! Guess that would be to easy to figure out.
NICE! What a freaking hassle. :sad2:

[sameyeyam]

yeah, the really sad part is that her dh is seriously ill, he has several major illnesses going on, lots of doctor visits and medications. they were trying to get him healthy and stable enough for surgery he needs to remove deadly tissue. she is the family's breadwinner, and they have two young children. my heart breaks for them.

That's too bad. Hopefully she can find something soon. But the reality is the job market is pretty bleak right now. This afternoon on the radio they were commenting "where is rush hour"? Seems so many people are laid off around here that there are hardly backups during rush hour. Even the places that normally have really major backups are just experiencing minor ones.

[sameyeyam]

Almost all of our insurance is thru Safeco, except for DH's Harley. It's thru Progressive. We got a letter from them today saying that they understand we are in an area that may have experienced bad weather, along with flooding, in addition to a poor economy. They wanted to let us know if we are having problems making our upcoming insurance payment for the motorcycle to please call and speak with them. They can arrange for delayed payments or to spread them out in installments. I'm guessing a lot of people must be cancelling their unnecessary insurance, so they are trying to work with them rather than completely lose their business.

It was a nice gesture, but of course it showed up two days after I paid the bill!:lmao:

[staley7580]

Almost all of our insurance is thru Safeco, except for DH's Harley. It's thru Progressive. We got a letter from them today saying that they understand we are in an area that may have experienced bad weather, along with flooding, in addition to a poor economy. They wanted to let us know if we are having problems making our upcoming insurance payment for the motorcycle to please call and speak with them. They can arrange for delayed payments or to spread them out in installments. I'm guessing a lot of people must be cancelling their unnecessary insurance, so they are trying to work with them rather than completely lose their business.

It was a nice gesture, but of course it showed up two days after I paid the bill!:lmao:

:rotfl2: :rotfl2: That figures!!

[sameyeyam]

Well DS wasn't feeling well enough to go to basketball practice tonight, so we are spending a nice quiet night at home.:thumbsup2

[sameyeyam]

SHOOT! I was going to post something really cool for my 10,000th post and I missed it.:rotfl:

[staley7580]

Well DS wasn't feeling well enough to go to basketball practice tonight, so we are spending a nice quiet night at home.:thumbsup2

Groovy. We are getting the fellas ready for "man day" tomorrow. They are starting off with a trip to Cabellas, then hitting various gun stores.. and other such man places.. Topped off with a trip to the Western Washington Sportsmans Show. Can i tell you that I am SO freaking happy I am WAY to pregnant to go. :rotfl2: :rotfl2: BORING. I told Frelan he needed to plan a day for Alex.. He got together with his buddy, and this is what they came up with. :rolleyes: But he will have fun. :thumbsup2

[sameyeyam]

I have no idea what I would have posted, but I'm sure it would have been neat.:beach:

[staley7580]

SHOOT! I was going to post something really cool for my 10,000th post and I missed it.:rotfl:

I think you get a DO OVER!!!:cheer2: :cheer2: :rotfl2:

[sameyeyam]

Groovy. We are getting the fellas ready for "man day" tomorrow. They are starting off with a trip to Cabellas, then hitting various gun stores.. and other such man places.. Topped off with a trip to the Western Washington Sportsmans Show. Can i tell you that I am SO freaking happy I am WAY to pregnant to go. :rotfl2: :rotfl2: BORING. I told Frelan he needed to plan a day for Alex.. He got together with his buddy, and this is what they came up with. :rolleyes: But he will have fun. :thumbsup2

I love going to Cabelas. But I think I could pass on the gun store. I got most of my fly fishing gear at the Bargain Cave at Cabelas.:thumbsup2 Bet they will have a great time.

I'm hoping that DS will be feeling well enough to go back to school tomorrow. Otherwise, I'll load him up and take him to work with me again. I'm so looking forward to Saturday and a sleep in late day! DS's basketball game isn't until 1pm. The last two have been early.

[sameyeyam]

I think you get a DO OVER!!!:cheer2: :cheer2: :rotfl2:

Nah! The moment's gone, can't recapture it. Sort of like everyone remembering your birthday the day after. Just not the same.

[sameyeyam]

I should go fishing on Saturday or Sunday. Yeah, that would be fun...I haven't had a chance to try out my new gear yet. What could be more fun then standing in the middle of a lake with waterproof rubber overalls on??

[staley7580]

I love going to Cabelas. But I think I could pass on the gun store. I got most of my fly fishing gear at the Bargain Cave at Cabelas.:thumbsup2 Bet they will have a great time.

I'm hoping that DS will be feeling well enough to go back to school tomorrow. Otherwise, I'll load him up and take him to work with me again. I'm so looking forward to Saturday and a sleep in late day! DS's basketball game isn't until 1pm. The last two have been early.

I would go if I had to.. I could stand it. But... Im glad I dont have to. I know they will have fun. Alex just loves doing man things with Frelan and his buddies.

We have no school tomorrow. End of semester.

[sameyeyam]

I need to go do the dishes, finish some laundry and workout with the Wii. I might be back later...or I might not. Anyway, have a good evening!

[staley7580]

Nah! The moment's gone, can't recapture it. Sort of like everyone remembering your birthday the day after. Just not the same.
:rotfl2: :rotfl2: Thats funny.
I should go fishing on Saturday or Sunday. Yeah, that would be fun...I haven't had a chance to try out my new gear yet. What could be more fun then standing in the middle of a lake with waterproof rubber overalls on??

You should! Ill bet it would be fun!

I wonder if I could sneak out of the house and take Mikalah to the book store tomorrow. Nah.. I would probably forget to readjust the seat and my husband would find out. :rolleyes:

[staley7580]

I need to go do the dishes, finish some laundry and workout with the Wii. I might be back later...or I might not. Anyway, have a good evening!

Bye!!

[Alex2kMommy]

SHOOT! I was going to post something really cool for my 10,000th post and I missed it.:rotfl:

:lmao:

Happy 10,000th, Sam! party:

[Alex2kMommy]

Hmmm...

ds4 was flushed and his ears were bright red this afternoon. i asked if he was feeling OK and he said yes, and I felt his forehead, and it felt fine. his behavior seemed fine except that he was very snuggly, which has been the case for the past several days.

he asked several times if we could go get his brother from school, but it wasn't time. finally when it was time, he didn't want to go and began to whine and carry on. :confused3

we got to the school and he seemed his fine (bouncy, wound-up) self. we picked up ds8 and came home, they played a bit, then ds4 came to snuggle with me and watch TV while I was on the computer. he snuggled under the blanket. after a bit i asked ds8 if ds4's eyes were open, and he said no. he fell asleep around 4:00.

dh called shortly after that, and he said to just let him sleep, figuring he's either overtired from school and giving up naps, or he's coming down with something. i tried waking him at 5:30, but he wouldn't wake, he was too deeply asleep.

he finally woke before dinner, but wasn't interested in eating. he said his head hurt, so we gave him some motrin. after awhile he perked up and was his usual busy self, and wanted something to eat.

soooooo... i'm thinking that, even though his temp is fine, he's got a bug, and who knows if he'll be going to school tomorrow. :(

'tis the season, huh?

[eatmypixiedust]

princess:

[Alex2kMommy]

hiya, pix! Happy Chinese New Year! :goodvibes

[eatmypixiedust]

anyone home? :wave2:

[eatmypixiedust]

hiya, pix! Happy Chinese New Year! :goodvibes

Thank you Alex! It's not until Monday :) My family and I may celebrate this weekend. My siblings are coming back for the weekend which means more rockband at my parents house and listening to my mom complain about how the music sounds so noisy :rotfl: :lmao:

[Alex2kMommy]

do you suppose your parents wonder, "We paid for them to take all these music lessons, and this is what we have to show for it???" :lmao:

[eatmypixiedust]

do you suppose your parents wonder, "We paid for them to take all these music lessons, and this is what we have to show for it???" :lmao:

:lmao: :rotfl2: :rotfl: Probably! :lmao:

I know my parents like that we are having fun together and they don't mind that, they just aren't fans of some of the songs on the game, like loud Rolling Stones songs or something. :rotfl2:

[Alex2kMommy]

my parents paid for my sister and me to take piano lessons when we were kids. they were taught by a little old lady, and they were terribly boring, and we hated going. we sucked it up for 3 years, and then couldnt' take it anymore. we nagged my mom about quitting until she finally said, "Fine, but you will regret this for the rest of your life. And YOU have to go in and tell her!"

So we went up to her house, knocked on the door, and my sister just stood there beaming, waiting for me to talk. So I started to explain about how sorry i was, but we wanted to quit lessons. my sister then said a cheery, "Bye!" and ran back to the car, leaving me on the doorstep. the teacher was very nice about it, said she was sad we weren't continuing but she understood.

i needed an extra few credits in college one quarter, and thought it would be fun to take a beginning piano class. my mom gasped and said, "Don't you wish you had never quit?" I laughed and said, "NO WAY! i hated those lessons!" :rotfl2:

[Alex2kMommy]

:lmao: :rotfl2: :rotfl: Probably! :lmao:

I know my parents like that we are having fun together and they don't mind that, they just aren't fans of some of the songs on the game, like loud Rolling Stones songs or something. :rotfl2:
we have something where the kids play different musical instruments, is that wii Music? the boys LOVE IT! no rock music so far, though, but i think there has been a song from the Sound of Music, a Christmas song (with bells) and a couple of children's songs. it doesn't sound that great, but they get so excited while playing, it's very cute. :goodvibes

[eatmypixiedust]

I just got home awhile ago. I drove to a Kiki's Bakery (named after the movie Kiki's Delivery Service). They have Jiji the cat on their sign and their bread is sooo good!

[eatmypixiedust]

we have something where the kids play different musical instruments, is that wii Music? the boys LOVE IT! no rock music so far, though, but i think there has been a song from the Sound of Music, a Christmas song (with bells) and a couple of children's songs. it doesn't sound that great, but they get so excited while playing, it's very cute. :goodvibes

I heard about Wii Music and saw some kids playing it in a store in the mall. It looks like fun. :cool1:

[Alex2kMommy]

i loved that movie! i've been telling lots of friends about kiki's and totoro.

after ds4 watched totoro again this week (and I saw a bit more of it than i had before) i watched some sneak peek or something, other movies by the same director. an american director described them as the greatest animation movies ever, and i would love to see them all. i'm going to see if i can find them to rent, or maybe to buy if it looks like something appropriate for the boys and that they'd like.

ds4 still LOVES totoro!

[eatmypixiedust]

my parents paid for my sister and me to take piano lessons when we were kids. they were taught by a little old lady, and they were terribly boring, and we hated going. we sucked it up for 3 years, and then couldnt' take it anymore. we nagged my mom about quitting until she finally said, "Fine, but you will regret this for the rest of your life. And YOU have to go in and tell her!"

So we went up to her house, knocked on the door, and my sister just stood there beaming, waiting for me to talk. So I started to explain about how sorry i was, but we wanted to quit lessons. my sister then said a cheery, "Bye!" and ran back to the car, leaving me on the doorstep. the teacher was very nice about it, said she was sad we weren't continuing but she understood.

i needed an extra few credits in college one quarter, and thought it would be fun to take a beginning piano class. my mom gasped and said, "Don't you wish you had never quit?" I laughed and said, "NO WAY! i hated those lessons!" :rotfl2:

:rotfl2: :rotfl: :lmao: OMG, that's hilarious how you and your sister told your teacher you were quitting. When I told my piano teacher I was quitting, he was really upset. He was a bit bitter about it too because my older sister was in SD and quit and my brother quit and then I quit. He is old and he kept nodding off during my lessons. I just figured that I have already been playing for so long and I just want to teach myself new songs. Plus his lessons were so early in the morning and I couldn't wake up.

[eatmypixiedust]

i loved that movie! i've been telling lots of friends about kiki's and totoro.

after ds4 watched totoro again this week (and I saw a bit more of it than i had before) i watched some sneak peek or something, other movies by the same director. an american director described them as the greatest animation movies ever, and i would love to see them all. i'm going to see if i can find them to rent, or maybe to buy if it looks like something appropriate for the boys and that they'd like.

ds4 still LOVES totoro!

I have The Yamadas, which is a random cartoon about a Japanese family. It has no story, just several short stories. It was a little boring though but still interesting. I love Totoro! That is my favorite! :cheer2: I really like Kiki's Delivery Service and Spirited Away. I think Spirited Away and Howl's Moving Castle may scare little kids. I like those 2 movies as well.

I was really excited when I was in Kiki Bakery. They had the most beautiful cakes I'd ever seen. Everything looked delicious. I found a random restaraunt that is a Ramen Noodle house. I went with my grandma and we both tried it and it was really good and also affordable. :thumbsup2

[eatmypixiedust]

I also went to this 2 story shop nearby the bakery. They have a bunch of stuff from Japan and I found some cute Hello Kitty things that came from Japan. All the tags say it's for Japan only. It was really cool and they also sell Totoro stuff but it's expensive.

[Alex2kMommy]

gosh, ds4 would love totoro stuff, i had no idea such a thing existed. :rotfl:

yes, all of those movies were mentioned in that sneak peek. i thought one or two looked more appropriate for older kids, but i have no idea how much older.

pix, have you seen the thread from the guy asking/bribing the tag fairy to change the color of his tags? Ooooooo, she got him good! :lmao:

[eatmypixiedust]

gosh, ds4 would love totoro stuff, i had no idea such a thing existed. :rotfl:

yes, all of those movies were mentioned in that sneak peek. i thought one or two looked more appropriate for older kids, but i have no idea how much older.

pix, have you seen the thread from the guy asking/bribing the tag fairy to change the color of his tags? Ooooooo, she got him good! :lmao:
Really? Someone tried to bribe the tag fairy? I haven't seen that. Do you have the link?

[Alex2kMommy]

he wanted her to change his tags from blue and purple to "more manly" colors. :rotfl:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2068221

[eatmypixiedust]

he wanted her to change his tags from blue and purple to "more manly" colors. :rotfl:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2068221

:rotfl: :rotfl2: :lmao: I would love one of those scrolling tags. Is there a waiting list to get one? ;)

[eatmypixiedust]

I need to shower and then hit the hay. I hope you have a happy Friday! :) Goodnight Alex

[Alex2kMommy]

good night, pix. sweet dreams. :cloud9:

[XTinabell]

he wanted her to change his tags from blue and purple to "more manly" colors. :rotfl:

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2068221

OMG :lmao: I read this, it is hilarious!! I want a pink poodle!

[XTinabell]

hmm I really need to change my christmas signature.

[funnygarcia]

I just got home awhile ago. I drove to a Kiki's Bakery (named after the movie Kiki's Delivery Service). They have Jiji the cat on their sign and their bread is sooo good!

I have The Yamadas, which is a random cartoon about a Japanese family. It has no story, just several short stories. It was a little boring though but still interesting. I love Totoro! That is my favorite! :cheer2: I really like Kiki's Delivery Service and Spirited Away. I think Spirited Away and Howl's Moving Castle may scare little kids. I like those 2 movies as well.

I was really excited when I was in Kiki Bakery. They had the most beautiful cakes I'd ever seen. Everything looked delicious. I found a random restaraunt that is a Ramen Noodle house. I went with my grandma and we both tried it and it was really good and also affordable. :thumbsup2

I also went to this 2 story shop nearby the bakery. They have a bunch of stuff from Japan and I found some cute Hello Kitty things that came from Japan. All the tags say it's for Japan only. It was really cool and they also sell Totoro stuff but it's expensive.


mmm, sounds like you had a yummy culinary adventure and some fun shopping too!
We have Kiki's, Spirited Away and Totoro. I haven't had a chance to pick up Howl's Moving Castle but we loved it so much we rented it twice (redbox) !

And yeah.. Spirited and Howl's has a different feel than the other titles.. beautiful animation but some odd things happen in the storylines that might be scary for young preschoolers.. 8 and up should be okay.

The boys rented Castle in the Sky but I didn't like it as much.
Still haven't watched Princess Mononoke or Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind .. we will some day.

We have this cool Japanese import store in a local mall. They sell a bunch of the toys and collectibles from popular anime and video games.
We go to drool but rarely make a purchase. :upsidedow They had Kingdom Hearts cell charms .. bought two .. went back and they were all GONE.. :sad: wahhhh. I haven't been able to find the rest of the characters. I have Donald Duck and E has Sora, kicking oursleves for not buying the rest of the set. (Pricey on Ebay)

Mall of America has a huge Sanrio store, but I know it's not the same. The imports are made much better.

ohhhh yeah, I read on Slick Deals that Target has a Hello Kitty alarm clock on markdown.. read it and immediately thought of you Pix :goodvibes

[eatmypixiedust]

mmm, sounds like you had a yummy culinary adventure and some fun shopping too!
We have Kiki's, Spirited Away and Totoro. I haven't had a chance to pick up Howl's Moving Castle but we loved it so much we rented it twice (redbox) !

And yeah.. Spirited and Howl's has a different feel than the other titles.. beautiful animation but some odd things happen in the storylines that might be scary for young preschoolers.. 8 and up should be okay.

The boys rented Castle in the Sky but I didn't like it as much.
Still haven't watched Princess Mononoke or Nausicaa of the Valley of the Wind .. we will some day.

We have this cool Japanese import store in a local mall. They sell a bunch of the toys and collectibles from popular anime and video games.
We go to drool but rarely make a purchase. :upsidedow They had Kingdom Hearts cell charms .. bought two .. went back and they were all GONE.. :sad: wahhhh. I haven't been able to find the rest of the characters. I have Donald Duck and E has Sora, kicking oursleves for not buying the rest of the set. (Pricey on Ebay)

Mall of America has a huge Sanrio store, but I know it's not the same. The imports are made much better.

ohhhh yeah, I read on Slick Deals that Target has a Hello Kitty alarm clock on markdown.. read it and immediately thought of you Pix :goodvibes

:yay: I have Meet The Yamadas, Howl's Moving Castle, Totoro, Spirited Away, Kiki's Delivery Service, Whisper of the Heart, The Cat Returns and I think my bf bought Princess Mononoke.

I saw the Hello Kitty alarm clock at Target. :rotfl: I didn't buy it though. I went to a store yesterday and got a Japan exclusive Hello Kitty Plush keychain. It's pink and Hello Kitty is in a pink fluffy bunny suit I think and holding a pink ball of yarn. I also got a rhinestone Hello Kitty sticker and now my cell phone has a giant hello kitty face on the back (I'll take a pic later). I also put some on my cell phone case. :goodvibes

I've been Hello Kitty crazy lately. I'm not sure why. I got a Jap magazine and inside was a free pink hello kitty compact mirror. :yay: I was so excited when I found it. :rotfl2:

We have a Japanese store in the mall too. They have a couple of those imported photo machines and sticker machines. Those are really fun and I loved them in Taiwan. They also sell Totoro, Domokun, etc. It's really cute stuff. They sell manga and anime too.

[tinkermell]

It's pretty quite around here today.

Hey Washington ladies.

It is pouring rain here!!

Woo hoo!!! :cool1:

[funnygarcia]

We had teenagers over today (my DN and his friend), my sister's middle son (with autism) asked to come too, surprised me , decided heck why not? He's much calmer than when he was a preschooler and broke some of my water globes.
He was just fine playing video games, Knex and other toys in the boys' room.
His mom warned him to leave our cat alone, his lil brother got scratched last time. DN didn't listen... kept following the cat, cornered her while she was hissing and crying. Told him several times to leave her alone.

"But I just want to PET HER!" stomp stomp frown

Too bad because she doesn't want to be petted. Go Play!

Poly went and hid.. but popped out again a few minutes later. :rolleyes2 Glutton for punishment??

Again DN is trying to pet her.. mew, cry, hiss, cry...

Finally DH yells I TOLD YOU leave her alone! .. of course DN is "stuck " on the idea and decides to argue back. :rolleyes:
oh boy :rolleyes:

No arguing allowed young man - push him out the door and back to playing. Cat is now trapped in bedroom.. ahhh peace in the house yet again. :p


Told my sis that he got yelled at :scared:


She said Good! I told him to leave the cat alone. :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :thumbsup2

[Alex2kMommy]

hmm I really need to change my christmas signature.
And...? It's still there! :lmao:

[Alex2kMommy]

Hey Washington ladies.

It is pouring rain here!!

Woo hoo!!! :cool1:
The best part is it's NOT pouring rain here!!! :cool1: :cheer2:

[Alex2kMommy]

Told my sis that he got yelled at :scared:

She said Good! I told him to leave the cat alone. :lmao: :lmao: :lmao: :thumbsup2
:rotfl:

I'm not quite sure who to feel sorry for... Your nephew for fixating on the cat, the cat for being the object of the fixation, your DH and you for having to step in over and over again? :lmao:

[Alex2kMommy]

DS4 woke up early this morning and crawled into bed with me. He said his head hurt, and he seemed to be cold, so I snuggled with him a bit, then got up to get him some Motrin. He wound up spilling most (maybe all?) of the medicine on the bed.

While I was emailing DH about DS not feeling well, ds4 ran into DS8's bedroom and flicked on the light, trying to wake him. DS8 wasn't feeling well (headache and sore throat), stumbled out to me all whimpery, so I sent him off to go potty, got him some Motrin, and sent him back to bed. I updated my email to DH.

They were both pretty quiet this morning (not a bad thing, just kind of a sad deviation from their usual behavior, clearly they were not feeling well at all) and gave DS4 some more Motrin.

I fed them some lunch (both ate pretty well considering), and DS4 fell asleep in my lap. He felt a bit warm, so I put him to bed. DH was calling every few hours to check on the boys. DS8 and I watched Star Wars IV. When I checked on DS4, he woke, so I gave him some more Motrin and took his temp: 103.3! :sick:

DH had a late meeting tonight, then went to dinner with friends and had planned to play a bit of poker afterward. He called every few hours, but was so worried that he couldn't eat dinner; he called afterward to say he was skipping poker and was on his way home. He called again just after exiting the freeway, asking if he should stop at the store and pick up more medication. He went to the grocery store for more Motrin as well as Tylenol, which we were totally out of.

By the time I got back downstairs from checking the medication volume, Ds4was happily munching on honey-nut cheerios and playing with DS8, as if he hadn't just spent the entire day imitating a wet noodle! :eek:

About half an hour ago he was actually hyper, it was kinda scary! :lmao:

But he's calm now and still happy and alert. Thank goodness for good drugs! :thumbsup2

[tinkermell]

Howdy Hyenas!!

Another quiet day!

I'm off to do some sewing and cleaning. Oh joy!! :sad2:

Have a good Saturday! :flower3:

[sameyeyam]

Hi Ladies,

Went to work this morning and going in for a bit tomorrow also. Need to get everything done before Wednesday. I just packed my suitcase!!! Easy to pack early, since it's mainly warm weather clothes that aren't really in use right now.

The new alternator that I got on my car this summer went out. So I need to return it to the auto parts store tomorrow and get a new one. Might snow here tomorrow. :sad2:

[sameyeyam]

Is the DIS having another time warp thing going on? I just noticed Melodie's post from 11am in between our 6pm posts.:confused3

[sameyeyam]

NEVER MIND!! The prior post is from last night. I'm such an idiot!:rotfl2:

[sameyeyam]

Thought I was going to have to buy a new dress for the formal dinner night. Then DD came to my rescue. I'm wearing her 8th grade graduation dress and shoes.:lmao: I must say it looks quite nice on me.:thumbsup2

[Alex2kMommy]

I just got back from Taco Time. DS4 is still feverish, so I gave him a round of Motrin about an hour ago. He still feels warm but has perked up a bit and asked for a Taco Time taco.

So DS4 and I went through the drive-thru and brought food home for him and his brother. (I'm not feeling that great, so didn't get anything...) :headache:

So, another rockin' Saturday night in the Alex2k house. :surfweb:

[funnygarcia]

Just an observation...

Went to our closest mall, it was BUSY! crazy busy and people were buying, not just walking around the mall.

Maybe people are feeling better about the economy :) or they are just hounding out all the good deals :p

Such a GINORMOUS change from our last mall adventure a few weeks ago (BEFORE Obama took office) , that weekend the mall was DEAD dead dead.

Which begs the question: Are people feeling better because of the change in presidency? Hopeful for the future with the promises made of the economic stimulus package.

Interesting.

[eatmypixiedust]

http://i41.tinypic.com/34ovluc.gif Good Afternoon Hyenas! Wow, our thread has been quiet! :eek:

Yesterday my bf and I watched Inkheart. It was really good and I liked it. :thumbsup2 It's mainly for ages 12 and up and may be scary for young children. Afterwards we grabbed a late lunch/dinner at Red Lobster. I tried their new woodfire shrimp, scallops and lobster tail. It was really good. Everything was grilled on a skewer and tasted delicious. :goodvibes

Today we are heading out to Fry's Electronics and maybe the mall (I need to exchange something). Not sure what else we are doing but tonight we are having a family dinner at my parents house for Chinese New Year. My bro couldn't make it down (due to his school schedule) but my older sister drove down from SD. Today is Chinese New Year's Eve and tomorrow is Chinese New Year. http://i39.tinypic.com/20jfkaf.png
Hope everyone is having a good weekend. It finally stopped raining and is sunny out but still in the 60's. It should be a lovely day :goodvibes

[staley7580]

What a day!! Yesterday was the boys birthday, and we did big fat nothing. Just hung out at home, and ran and bought him cake. but today.. DANG. We got up early and spent the day organizing and cleaning and such. So much done. We are rearranging our whole place... should be done in the next couple of weekends. my poor husband...:lmao:

[staley7580]

You guys wouldnt believe how much crap we had stored in our closets and stuff.. GEEZ. So far we have 3 or 4 bags for the goodwill, and quite a few that were rubbish. Not just from our closets.. but from all the stuff we have gone through so far. We are doing a massive overhaul on the place. That way when we move, there isnt so much crap. De-cluttering! Our place is starting to look more spacious.

Im sure im not making much sense... but I have been up since three this morning. It seems to be my new time to wake up.. But yesterday I was up at 1am. Lucky me! Who needs sleep, its totally over rated!:rotfl2:

[sameyeyam]

It snowed at our house last night. But this time it was good ol' PNW snow, melted by noon.:thumbsup2

[sameyeyam]

You guys wouldnt believe how much crap we had stored in our closets and stuff.. GEEZ. So far we have 3 or 4 bags for the goodwill, and quite a few that were rubbish. Not just from our closets.. but from all the stuff we have gone through so far. We are doing a massive overhaul on the place. That way when we move, there isnt so much crap. De-cluttering! Our place is starting to look more spacious.

Im sure im not making much sense... but I have been up since three this morning. It seems to be my new time to wake up.. But yesterday I was up at 1am. Lucky me! Who needs sleep, its totally over rated!:rotfl2:

This is NOT a good sign, I repeat NOT a good sign! It's exactly what I did a few days before my kids were born! Quit nesting right now, go sit down on the couch and do not clean one more thing. It's the only way to keep those babies put for a couple more months.

[dizzyami]

Just an observation...

Went to our closest mall, it was BUSY! crazy busy and people were buying, not just walking around the mall.

Maybe people are feeling better about the economy :) or they are just hounding out all the good deals :p

Such a GINORMOUS change from our last mall adventure a few weeks ago (BEFORE Obama took office) , that weekend the mall was DEAD dead dead.

Which begs the question: Are people feeling better because of the change in presidency? Hopeful for the future with the promises made of the economic stimulus package.

Interesting.


I have a somewhat different take on it, but I should probably keep it to myself :scratchin

[sameyeyam]

ru still here Staley Roo??

[sameyeyam]

I have a somewhat different take on it, but I should probably keep it to myself :scratchin

DIZZY!! And since when have you ever kept anything to yourself??:rotfl: It's why we love you.:grouphug:

I'm thinking maybe people are getting ready to declare bankruptcy and everybody is out charge, charge, charging??

[staley7580]

This is NOT a good sign, I repeat NOT a good sign! It's exactly what I did a few days before my kids were born! Quit nesting right now, go sit down on the couch and do not clean one more thing. It's the only way to keep those babies put for a couple more months.

I did NONE of it.. Just sitting in a chair yelling at everyone else for not moving fast enough. :rotfl2: I have been wanting this crap done for so long.. I am afraid of what is going to happen if my husband doesnt get it done soon enough. He has already had to drag me out of the bathroom by my hair... I was trying to scrub the floors. :confused3 I have NEVER gotten down on the floor and scrubbed it. if the mop doesnt hit it, oh well. Suddenly, I care if things are messy, and unorganized.. :confused3

[staley7580]

ru still here Staley Roo??

I am!!

Hi Dizzy!

[sameyeyam]

Or perhaps the weather is not 30 below anymore, instead it's only 20 degrees in MN??:rotfl:

[dizzyami]

DIZZY!! And since when have you ever kept anything to yourself??:rotfl: It's why we love you.:grouphug:

I'm thinking maybe people are getting ready to declare bankruptcy and everybody is out charge, charge, charging??

Alrighty then....my thought is that those people are fearing the end is near and need to buy last minute things. :duck:
I am!!

Hi Dizzy!

Hi Staley!!!


Oh, and hi to whoever took over Alison's computer (I miss the play-dough)

[dizzyami]

Or perhaps the weather is not 30 below anymore, instead it's only 20 degrees in MN??:rotfl:

That too :thumbsup2

Dang it...I totally missed this smilie for my last post :hourglass

[sameyeyam]

I did NONE of it.. Just sitting in a chair yelling at everyone else for not moving fast enough. :rotfl2: I have been wanting this crap done for so long.. I am afraid of what is going to happen if my husband doesnt get it done soon enough. He has already had to drag me out of the bathroom by my hair... I was trying to scrub the floors. :confused3 I have NEVER gotten down on the floor and scrubbed it. if the mop doesnt hit it, oh well. Suddenly, I care if things are messy, and unorganized.. :confused3

OK, but as long as you aren't lifting a finger.

[staley7580]

I want some mac-n-cheese.. That sounds so yummy..

[dizzyami]

OK, but as long as you aren't lifting a finger.

I hope her toes can type then :confused3 :rotfl2:

[staley7580]

OK, but as long as you aren't lifting a finger.
Heck no!
I hope her toes can type then :confused3 :rotfl2:

Indeed they can. Are you impressed? :rotfl2:

[dizzyami]

I want some mac-n-cheese.. That sounds so yummy..

I will gladly make you some. I guarantee a 30 hour or less delivery time :rotfl2:

[dizzyami]

Heck no!


Indeed they can. Are you impressed? :rotfl2:

Impressed, yet horribly scared all at the same time :lmao:

[staley7580]

I will gladly make you some. I guarantee a 30 hour or less delivery time :rotfl2:

:rotfl2: Oh BOY. I would make some.. But I have nothing to make it with. no mac. No cheese. Milk? Maybe. Im not sure. I have costco cake though. :rotfl:

[sameyeyam]

[Alrighty then....my thought is that those people are fearing the end is near and need to buy last minute things. :duck:


Hi Staley!!!


Oh, and hi to whoever took over Alison's computer (I miss the play-dough)

Yes, if I thought the end was near, I would most certainly go to the mall! You never know when you might NEED a pair of $200 designer jeans.

If the end was near I think I might make a run to Costco instead. No way am I going without TP!!:rotfl2:

I kinda miss the Play Doh also. Not sure why I changed it, just seemed like it was time for a change.:confused3

[dizzyami]

:rotfl2: Oh BOY. I would make some.. But I have nothing to make it with. no mac. No cheese. Milk? Maybe. Im not sure. I have costco cake though. :rotfl:

Mac and cheese minus the mac and cheese - well I guess that would give you air??? :rotfl2:
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Yes, if I thought the end was near, I would most certainly go to the mall! You never know when you might NEED a pair of $200 designer jeans.

If the end was near I think I might make a run to Costco instead. No way am I going without TP!!:rotfl2:

I kinda miss the Play Doh also. Not sure why I changed it, just seemed like it was time for a change.:confused3


Sorry, haven't been to a mall in so long I forget what they sell. I do have a nice list of Costco stuff for when DH goes to the valley next week. :thumbsup2

[sameyeyam]

:rotfl2: Oh BOY. I would make some.. But I have nothing to make it with. no mac. No cheese. Milk? Maybe. Im not sure. I have costco cake though. :rotfl:

I'm pretty sure that's on the Good Housekeeping's Official Substitution List.

1 pot of Mac N Cheese = 1 Costco sheet cake.:thumbsup2

[dizzyami]

I'm pretty sure that's on the Good Housekeeping's Official Substitution List.

1 pot of Mac N Cheese = 1 Costco sheet cake.:thumbsup2

:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[staley7580]

Impressed, yet horribly scared all at the same time :lmao:
:rotfl2:
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Yes, if I thought the end was near, I would most certainly go to the mall! You never know when you might NEED a pair of $200 designer jeans.

If the end was near I think I might make a run to Costco instead. No way am I going without TP!!:rotfl2:

I kinda miss the Play Doh also. Not sure why I changed it, just seemed like it was time for a change.:confused3
Def. costco. They have GINORMOUS things of OJ there.. and we all know how much I love OJ. And cake. I love the cake there.. and the tortillas! Yum. I hate the mall.

[sameyeyam]

Mac and cheese minus the mac and cheese - well I guess that would give you air??? :rotfl2:



Sorry, haven't been to a mall in so long I forget what they sell. I do have a nice list of Costco stuff for when DH goes to the valley next week. :thumbsup2

I very rarely go to the mall either. I work near a Walmart, Target, Kohl's and Fred Meyer. So I tend to go to one of them on my lunch break.

[staley7580]

I'm pretty sure that's on the Good Housekeeping's Official Substitution List.

1 pot of Mac N Cheese = 1 Costco sheet cake.:thumbsup2

:lmao: :lmao: Excellent. Ugh. I dont WANT to go and have that stupid three hour test tomorrow. :crazy2: GRRRRRRRRRRR.

[dizzyami]

:rotfl2:

Def. costco. They have GINORMOUS things of OJ there.. and we all know how much I love OJ. And cake. I love the cake there.. and the tortillas! Yum. I hate the mall.

They sell mac and cheese too!!! Well, at least the blue boxes. The rest is up to you. :thumbsup2


It is not that I really ever bought much from the mall (excluding the disney store). But at least I had the option. Nowadays my choices all end in MART :sad2: :sad2: :sad2: :rotfl:

[dizzyami]

:lmao: :lmao: Excellent. Ugh. I dont WANT to go and have that stupid three hour test tomorrow. :crazy2: GRRRRRRRRRRR.


Three hour test??? Is that the one for GD???

[staley7580]

I like Target. That is about it for my shopping excursions.. Ohhh.. I do hit Safeway up at least once every couple of weeks. Gotta feed the beasties, you know?

[dizzyami]

I very rarely go to the mall either. I work near a Walmart, Target, Kohl's and Fred Meyer. So I tend to go to one of them on my lunch break.

Target, Kohl's, Fred Meyer :cloud9: :cloud9: :cloud9:

[staley7580]

Three hour test??? Is that the one for GD???

Yes.. arent I lucky? :sad2: I will probably end having the dang thing, and they will take away my ORANGE JUICE. :sad: :sad:

[sameyeyam]

:rotfl2:

Def. costco. They have GINORMOUS things of OJ there.. and we all know how much I love OJ. And cake. I love the cake there.. and the tortillas! Yum. I hate the mall.

I like the Stacy's pita chips, cream cheese salsa (but I don't think they carry that anymore). Oh and LOVE the fresh pineapple spears and pretty much any of their produce is good. And their french bread with whole garlic cloves is awesome. Dang, now I'm hungry...what time does Costco close on Sunday's??:rotfl2:

[dizzyami]

OMG!!! DH totally just denied it, so I am thinking my nephew is to blame. The kids just asked for medicine so they can go to bed (Alec takes a medicine, and Alecia gets a vitamin). It is 6pm here by the way. I ask DD isn't it a bit too early for bed??? Her answer ------ I HAVE to go to bed now or otherwise it will be too late and I will have bad dreams :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

[dizzyami]

Yes.. arent I lucky? :sad2: I will probably end having the dang thing, and they will take away my ORANGE JUICE. :sad: :sad:

Good luck and have fun - I failed the darn thing with Alec. Definitely do not eat carbs tonight - leave the cake alone (and the mac and cheese)

[sameyeyam]

They sell mac and cheese too!!! Well, at least the blue boxes. The rest is up to you. :thumbsup2


It is not that I really ever bought much from the mall (excluding the disney store). But at least I had the option. Nowadays my choices all end in MART :sad2: :sad2: :sad2: :rotfl:

You should live in my town...Safeway is it! All of the other stores end in Mart, like...

Kwik E Mart
Quick Mart
Toad's Qwik Mart
Quiwky Qwik Quick Mart
AMPM Mini Mart

Most of our fine dining establishments also have gas pumps out front. Thank goodness I drive 30 miles to work in town each day.:rotfl:

[staley7580]

I like the Stacy's pita chips, cream cheese salsa (but I don't think they carry that anymore). Oh and LOVE the fresh pineapple spears and pretty much any of their produce is good. And their french bread with whole garlic cloves is awesome. Dang, now I'm hungry...what time does Costco close on Sunday's??:rotfl2:
:rotfl2: I love Costco.. :lmao:
OMG!!! DH totally just denied it, so I am thinking my nephew is to blame. The kids just asked for medicine so they can go to bed (Alec takes a medicine, and Alecia gets a vitamin). It is 6pm here by the way. I ask DD isn't it a bit too early for bed??? Her answer ------ I HAVE to go to bed now or otherwise it will be too late and I will have bad dreams :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

:rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: :rotfl2: That is too funny!

[sameyeyam]

OMG!!! DH totally just denied it, so I am thinking my nephew is to blame. The kids just asked for medicine so they can go to bed (Alec takes a medicine, and Alecia gets a vitamin). It is 6pm here by the way. I ask DD isn't it a bit too early for bed??? Her answer ------ I HAVE to go to bed now or otherwise it will be too late and I will have bad dreams :lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

Well you lost me...DH just denied what??:confused3

So can I use that on my DS...go to bed early so you will only have good dreams.:rotfl:

[dizzyami]

Well you lost me...DH just denied what??:confused3

So can I use that on my DS...go to bed early so you will only have good dreams.:rotfl:

He denied telling her that! I ran to him first thinking it was his new technique to get them to go to bed.

He did however mention that when she did tell him that one night, he didn't correct her :lmao:

[sameyeyam]

He denied telling her that! I ran to him first thinking it was his new technique to get them to go to bed.

He did however mention that when she did tell him that one night, he didn't correct her :lmao:

OK, I was searching back thinking I had missed some post.:thumbsup2