DIS Dads DDC XXX: Mike Mike Mike Mike Mike, What Day Is It Mike?

[GoofyIsAsGoofyDoes]

‘Morning all…

Great new about Randall doing well and thanks to Carl and Scott for letting us know.
CJ, you need to head back down to the Keys. Soup will taste considerably better down there.

Morning all and happy Friday. Looks like we will only have 3 Thanksgivings this year. On Wed, we will drive to see my parents. On Thurs, FIL has it at 1 & MIL at 4. Next Friday, the Christmas tree goes up and I get to be thankful all the Thanksgivings are over.

Another good reason to move Florida.

I have 2 I have to go to. My cousins and my parents I know the feeling.

We have two Thanksgivings to attend as well, but both of them involve going out to dinner so we ain’t cookin' or cleanin' nothin' (and I couldn’t be happier about that). It also means that I don’t have to waste time or valuable tummy real-estate on turkey and the same old tired sides (and that suites me even more).

 

[budamacdvcr]

Good morning Dads and really looking forward to this weekend. Been just an insane past couple of weeks with business travel and our board in here for budgets this week. Good thing we got to a head start on Christmas decorations and I should put another dent in it this weekend - weather permitting.

Have a great weekend all

A very early good morning. Glad to get the word that Randall made it through OK.

Skipped dinner and went to bed around 8:30. Actually got around six hours of sleep which is more than the usual four. Mouth is still tender but the major pain is over. Have to go back December 11 for more work. This is going to be a long process. For those that were congratulating me on the heavy narcotics I was on, misread "Nomon drugrhs end hrurphs" (not on drugs and it hurts). No hallucinogens unfortunately.

Headed to Publix around 7:00 when it opens to buy most of T-Day supplies. Going to try for some hearty soup for lunch and hopefully by dinner, something more substantial.

Hope everyone has a great TGIF.

Good to hear you are doing better

Morning all and happy Friday. Looks like we will only have 3 Thanksgivings this year. On Wed, we will drive to see my parents. On Thurs, FIL has it at 1 & MIL at 4. Next Friday, the Christmas tree goes up and I get to be thankful all the Thanksgivings are over.

Another good reason to move Florida.

I feel for all of you that have to hit the multiple family Holiday events. We had the same situations when the kids were younger including traveling back to Chicago every year for Thanksgiving. Now, just us and the inlaws that moved down here a few years after we did and any other transplant friends but just one event. As long as the kids are with us that's all we need these days.

 

[theduck619]

Happy Friday guys!!!

 

[AirGoofy]

We have two Thanksgivings to attend as well, but both of them involve going out to dinner so we ain’t cookin' or cleanin' nothin' (and I couldn’t be happier about that). It also means that I don’t have to waste time or valuable tummy real-estate on turkey and the same old tired sides (and that suites me even more).

You haven't had deep fried turkey. That is the best.

I feel for all of you that have to hit the multiple family Holiday events. We had the same situations when the kids were younger including traveling back to Chicago every year for Thanksgiving. Now, just us and the inlaws that moved down here a few years after we did and any other transplant friends but just one event. As long as the kids are with us that's all we need these days.

I have 2 I have to go to. My cousins and my parents I know the feeling.

I know it's selfish, but I just want to spend the holiday with DW & my dds.

I visit my parents a few times a year, but they are just not a part of our lives. My dad isn't in the best of health now, but i asked them years ago to be a part of their grandchildren's lives - but they didn't want to. 2 hours away is hardly a excuse to never visit or consistently miss games, dance recitals, school grandparent day, etc. And, money isn't an issue for them. I call them every Sunday and both dds talk to them, but that is about the extent of that relationship. I respect that they don't want a relationship and don't get why we have to do a holiday visit (DW's idea to visit my parents.)

As with DW's parents, i just get tired of seeing them take advantage of her. They say jump and she goes running. I found out recently that her mother tried to justify buying her brother a car because DW had to have glasses and asthma medicine as a child - so that evened it out financially. Hmmmm....paying for your child's medical care vs buying a mooching adult a car. Yeah, that evens it out. Can't wait for the dysfunction to be over.

 

[IbeAbitGOOFY]

As with DW's parents, i just get tired of seeing them take advantage of her. They say jump and she goes running. I found out recently that her mother tried to justify buying her brother a car because DW had to have glasses and asthma medicine as a child - so that evened it out financially. Hmmmm....paying for your child's medical care vs buying a mooching adult a car. Yeah, that evens it out. Can't wait for the dysfunction to be over.

I hear yeah. My sister has been a moocher her entire life. My parents are always bailing her out. Giving her money, their used cars etc. The latest, a house. Yep, they paid cash for a house. Granted it wasn't a huge nice house, but still. She lives mortgage free for the rest of her life. Parents told her it was some of her inheritance. We'll see.

 

[FreezinRafiki]

So if a DisDad farts in the clubhouse, and no one is around to hear it, does it still stink?

Sure is quiet in here today.....

 

[GoofyIsAsGoofyDoes]

So if a DisDad farts in the clubhouse, and no one is around to hear it, does it still stink?

Yes… yes it does.

Sure is quiet in here today.....

Too quiet.

 

[FreezinRafiki]

Yes… yes it does.




Too quiet.

Hey Rob. How's Max doing at school?

 

[GoofyIsAsGoofyDoes]

Hey Rob. How's Max doing at school?

He’s having the time of his life, and also taking responsibility and control over it as well. Makes me proud to hear the change in his voice and demeanor; he’s actually growing up (thus making it worth every penny).

As for school itself, he took to the place like a duck to water, but then again he’s focusing on his core studies so it’s easy for him to do the hard work. As a music major, only one of his first semester classes was outside of his studies. Since he ultimately wants to make his way in performance and back that up with teaching (both tough and underpaid business to be sure), that intense focus is a good thing because making a living as either will require him to not just be good at it, but to be exceptional. To get there, we got him in the right school. If he just continues to work as hard the next three years as he’s done so far… he may just make it out there.


Now since you brought him up, I get to do a bit of the proud poppa thing. This belongs in the Brag Wall thread, but…

We got to go up there this past weekend and see the marching band’s final performance.
They were stunning. One of the most exciting and entertaining shows I’ve seen and the band geekes out there can see it here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RGe3egBhcY

Don’t feel obligated, but I just couldn’t resist.

 

[Captain_Oblivious]

So if a DisDad farts in the clubhouse, and no one is around to hear it, does it still stink?

Was that you?

Too quiet.

Must be a Friday.

Hey Rob. How's Max doing at school?

 

[Captain_Oblivious]

He’s having the time of his life, and also taking responsibility and control over it as well. Makes me proud to hear the change in his voice and demeanor; he’s actually growing up (thus making it worth every penny).

As for school itself, he took to the place like a duck to water, but then again he’s focusing on his core studies so it’s easy for him to do the hard work. As a music major, only one of his first semester classes was outside of his studies. Since he ultimately wants to make his way in performance and back that up with teaching (both tough and underpaid business to be sure), that intense focus is a good thing because making a living as either will require him to not just be good at it, but to be exceptional. To get there, we got him in the right school. If he just continues to work as hard the next three years as he’s done so far… he may just make it out there.


Now since you brought him up, I get to do a bit of the proud poppa thing. This belongs in the Brag Wall thread, but…

We got to go up there this past weekend and see the marching band’s final performance.
They were stunning. One of the most exciting and entertaining shown I’ve seen and the band geekes out there can see it here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RGe3egBhcY

Don’t feel obligated, but I just couldn’t resist.

Glad to hear it!

I remember absolutely loving the independence I had in college. Sounds like he's discovering that same joy.

 

[GoofyIsAsGoofyDoes]

Glad to hear it!

I remember absolutely loving the independence I had in college. Sounds like he's discovering that same joy.

It’s been good for him so far. Lots of opportunities to grow, and the size and location of the place helps him stay focused. There are not a lot of outside distractions in such a tiny town up in the mountains away from everything. Then there’s the comradery among the rest of the musicians and especially with those in his studio; all these things are working in his favor.

 

[jmwest]

What's that you say, it's Friday afternoon? You could have fooled me. Feels more like a Monday.

I am generally a happy and positive person who deals well with stressful situations. The stress is getting to me a bit as the week winds down. A couple of weeks ago I interviewed for what would be a promotional opportunity in a different division of my company. The move would be to a different plant but one that's a little closer to home. It's a managers spot of a decent size department. I knew I interviewed well and got the indication that I was a shoe-in so I've been patiently waiting. Yesterday I got the offer but it was a bit of a lowball in my estimation. My management here is happy for me to have the opportunity but are ok what I decide either way. They haven't said so but I know they would prefer that I take it so that they could use it as a domino effect to move some of the newer hires up a little. I've also been told in not so many words that I won't have the chance to move up in my current department. So I made a counter offer today and here I wait but I'm guessing I will end up heading into the weekend without an answer.

This is all compounded by the lack of sleep that comes from having a 1 month old at home. Overall he has been an angel and we are head over heals about him. It's just the schedule of having a baby and I know it is short term.

Looking forward to killing the edge with a little of the hard stuff when I get home and also the 10 mile run I have planned for the weekend. Only supposed to get up into the 20's this weekend....BRRRR.

Here's to the weekend!

 

[jmwest]

He’s having the time of his life, and also taking responsibility and control over it as well. Makes me proud to hear the change in his voice and demeanor; he’s actually growing up (thus making it worth every penny).

As for school itself, he took to the place like a duck to water, but then again he’s focusing on his core studies so it’s easy for him to do the hard work. As a music major, only one of his first semester classes was outside of his studies. Since he ultimately wants to make his way in performance and back that up with teaching (both tough and underpaid business to be sure), that intense focus is a good thing because making a living as either will require him to not just be good at it, but to be exceptional. To get there, we got him in the right school. If he just continues to work as hard the next three years as he’s done so far… he may just make it out there.


Now since you brought him up, I get to do a bit of the proud poppa thing. This belongs in the Brag Wall thread, but…

We got to go up there this past weekend and see the marching band’s final performance.
They were stunning. One of the most exciting and entertaining shows I’ve seen and the band geekes out there can see it here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RGe3egBhcY

Don’t feel obligated, but I just couldn’t resist.

That's great to hear! I wish I had been more like Max when I went to school.

 

[GoofyIsAsGoofyDoes]

What's that you say, it's Friday afternoon? You could have fooled me. Feels more like a Monday.

I am generally a happy and positive person who deals well with stressful situations. The stress is getting to me a bit as the week winds down. A couple of weeks ago I interviewed for what would be a promotional opportunity in a different division of my company. The move would be to a different plant but one that's a little closer to home. It's a managers spot of a decent size department. I knew I interviewed well and got the indication that I was a shoe-in so I've been patiently waiting. Yesterday I got the offer but it was a bit of a lowball in my estimation. My management here is happy for me to have the opportunity but are ok what I decide either way. They haven't said so but I know they would prefer that I take it so that they could use it as a domino effect to move some of the newer hires up a little. I've also been told in not so many words that I won't have the chance to move up in my current department. So I made a counter offer today and here I wait but I'm guessing I will end up heading into the weekend without an answer.

This is all compounded by the lack of sleep that comes from having a 1 month old at home. Overall he has been an angel and we are head over heals about him. It's just the schedule of having a baby and I know it is short term.

Looking forward to killing the edge with a little of the hard stuff when I get home and also the 10 mile run I have planned for the weekend. Only supposed to get up into the 20's this weekend....BRRRR.

Here's to the weekend!

Very complex work scenarios going on there and the new young’en does up the stress levels a might.
A similar choice between a static known and an uncertain possibility is what got my family moved into SC way back when. My dad went with the uncertainty and we moved. Worked in the long run but not an easy choice

That's great to hear! I wish I had been more like Max when I went to school.

Don’t we all…

 

[cj9200]

Morning all and happy Friday. Looks like we will only have 3 Thanksgivings this year…

I only do one Thanksgiving, mine. A long time ago, no matter where I was, I made the feast and whoever was in the area, was welcome to come over for eats. The only time it did not happen was three years ago when I was a guest at South Miami Hospital (can't believe it's been three years). This year, just the two of us for dinner. No family but friends, mostly the Princesses veg friends who know I will make non-meat stuff will be in at out during the day. On the menu…

Roast Turkey - Smaller than in years past but still will be brined, buttered and seasoned
Fake Turkey - This pressed and rolled thing that is made up of god knows what with stuffing
Gravy - With homemade stock
Vegetable Gravy - Homemade vegetable stock for the nuts and berries crowd
Portobello Risotto Stuffing - After years of trying different stuffings, I settled on this. The best.
Herb Stuffing - For the kid and her vegetarian friends and made with vegetable stock
Garlic Mashed Potatoes - Always a must have, made with roasted garlic
Sweet Potato Balls - The kid’s choice, from Paula Dean, a sweet potato mix wrapped marshmallow
Sautéed Broccoli and Cheese Sauce
Store Bought Bake and Serve Rolls - A tradition since my first remembered Thanksgiving

And for Dessert - Up to the kid. What I am sure will be an awful pumpkin moose thing made with cottage cheese. God help me. Backups will be brought from friends and the next door neighbors host dessert.

He’s having the time of his life, and also taking responsibility and control over it as well. Makes me proud to hear the change in his voice and demeanor; he’s actually growing up (thus making it worth every penny)…

That is great news Rob. It is nice when they are given the opportunity to spread their wings, they take flight.

What's that you say, it's Friday afternoon? You could have fooled me. Feels more like a Monday. Nice video.

I am generally a happy and positive person who deals well with stressful situations…

Tough situation but a good one. At least you know you are wanted. Good luck and hope you hear from them soon.

 

[budamacdvcr]

He’s having the time of his life, and also taking responsibility and control over it as well. Makes me proud to hear the change in his voice and demeanor; he’s actually growing up (thus making it worth every penny).

As for school itself, he took to the place like a duck to water, but then again he’s focusing on his core studies so it’s easy for him to do the hard work. As a music major, only one of his first semester classes was outside of his studies. Since he ultimately wants to make his way in performance and back that up with teaching (both tough and underpaid business to be sure), that intense focus is a good thing because making a living as either will require him to not just be good at it, but to be exceptional. To get there, we got him in the right school. If he just continues to work as hard the next three years as he’s done so far… he may just make it out there.


Now since you brought him up, I get to do a bit of the proud poppa thing. This belongs in the Brag Wall thread, but…

We got to go up there this past weekend and see the marching band’s final performance.
They were stunning. One of the most exciting and entertaining shows I’ve seen and the band geekes out there can see it here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_RGe3egBhcY

Don’t feel obligated, but I just couldn’t resist.

Good deal on Max and glad to hear it. Nice to have someone else here with their first off to college like we do with DD. It is pretty cool to see them grow-up an extra notch when they go away to school and or out on their own. Must be the DisDAD factor with our two cause I hear some horror stories from some. Only downside is that we just paid the spring semester bill - nice time of year for that

 

[budamacdvcr]

I know it's selfish, but I just want to spend the holiday with DW & my dds.

I visit my parents a few times a year, but they are just not a part of our lives. My dad isn't in the best of health now, but i asked them years ago to be a part of their grandchildren's lives - but they didn't want to. 2 hours away is hardly a excuse to never visit or consistently miss games, dance recitals, school grandparent day, etc. And, money isn't an issue for them. I call them every Sunday and both dds talk to them, but that is about the extent of that relationship. I respect that they don't want a relationship and don't get why we have to do a holiday visit (DW's idea to visit my parents.)

As with DW's parents, i just get tired of seeing them take advantage of her. They say jump and she goes running. I found out recently that her mother tried to justify buying her brother a car because DW had to have glasses and asthma medicine as a child - so that evened it out financially. Hmmmm....paying for your child's medical care vs buying a mooching adult a car. Yeah, that evens it out. Can't wait for the dysfunction to be over.

For what it's worth not selfish at all under the circumstances - it is always best to enjoy the immediate family. I keep telling DW everytime the "family drama" stuff at holidays gets her blood boiling to remember this crazy stuff so that we do not repeat it with our kids.

 

[budamacdvcr]

What's that you say, it's Friday afternoon? You could have fooled me. Feels more like a Monday.

I am generally a happy and positive person who deals well with stressful situations. The stress is getting to me a bit as the week winds down. A couple of weeks ago I interviewed for what would be a promotional opportunity in a different division of my company. The move would be to a different plant but one that's a little closer to home. It's a managers spot of a decent size department. I knew I interviewed well and got the indication that I was a shoe-in so I've been patiently waiting. Yesterday I got the offer but it was a bit of a lowball in my estimation. My management here is happy for me to have the opportunity but are ok what I decide either way. They haven't said so but I know they would prefer that I take it so that they could use it as a domino effect to move some of the newer hires up a little. I've also been told in not so many words that I won't have the chance to move up in my current department. So I made a counter offer today and here I wait but I'm guessing I will end up heading into the weekend without an answer.

This is all compounded by the lack of sleep that comes from having a 1 month old at home. Overall he has been an angel and we are head over heals about him. It's just the schedule of having a baby and I know it is short term.

Looking forward to killing the edge with a little of the hard stuff when I get home and also the 10 mile run I have planned for the weekend. Only supposed to get up into the 20's this weekend....BRRRR.

Here's to the weekend!

Hang in there and all the best for you on this. I will have a toast with ya, thinking of ya anyways, tonight as I have a couple of "stress relievers". Enjoy the little guy and DW this weekend, let's hope the Bears & ND help provide a stress free weekend and go Blackhawks!

 

[USAFdad]

We have two Thanksgivings to attend as well, but both of them involve going out to dinner so we ain’t cookin' or cleanin' nothin' (and I couldn’t be happier about that). It also means that I don’t have to waste time or valuable tummy real-estate on turkey and the same old tired sides (and that suites me even more).

I love a good turkey and I am excited for the one my dad will be cooking.

I know it's selfish, but I just want to spend the holiday with DW & my dds.

I visit my parents a few times a year, but they are just not a part of our lives. My dad isn't in the best of health now, but i asked them years ago to be a part of their grandchildren's lives - but they didn't want to. 2 hours away is hardly a excuse to never visit or consistently miss games, dance recitals, school grandparent day, etc. And, money isn't an issue for them. I call them every Sunday and both dds talk to them, but that is about the extent of that relationship. I respect that they don't want a relationship and don't get why we have to do a holiday visit (DW's idea to visit my parents.)

As with DW's parents, i just get tired of seeing them take advantage of her. They say jump and she goes running. I found out recently that her mother tried to justify buying her brother a car because DW had to have glasses and asthma medicine as a child - so that evened it out financially. Hmmmm....paying for your child's medical care vs buying a mooching adult a car. Yeah, that evens it out. Can't wait for the dysfunction to be over.

It's not selfish... I get it my wife and I decided that Christmases will be spent at our house now that our son is involved if my or her parents want to be there they do the traveling.