"Diva" Trip - "Cliff Notes" p.236 OLD THREAD!

[yourMaire83]

I have some other recent news... Maybe someone else on here has some experience in this area and can PM me about it if they are uncomfortable posting on here. I have been feeling way "off" since about Nov. 2010, I my moments (sometimes for days or weeks) where I feel really depressed and it has gotten pretty debilitating lately. I only get 2-4 hours of sleep each night, and feel anxiety. So, I went to speak to a psychologist about it. Really nice lady. She told me that although I don't ever feel "up", that I am bipolar and also suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder.

I had been missing a lot of work lately, and she signed off for me to take some medical leave. My HR dept. at work said it would be no problem and that this qualifies for both FMLA (to protect my job) and short-term disability pay (I will still get paid and keep my medical benefits while I am out of work). It's been over a week (I worked last week) and then I called in sick on Monday and Tuesday this week. Last week I spoke to my boss about the leave I would be taking and he seemed to understand that it was FMLA. Well, yesterday, he emailed me saying I need to come in and that he is really concerned with all the time I am taking off. So, here I am at work, feeling like I am having a panic attack... I'm so confused! He says since he hasn't heard anything back about my leave (since last week) that Mon and Tue will have to be taken as vacation time (I had already used all of this). I just want my leave to start! I tried to get in touch with HR a few hours ago... and haven't heard anything back.

My psycologist has me reading and underlining from a book about moodswings, journaling, and graphing my feelings throughout the day. The graph was looking pretty good over my 4-day weekend, until I got that email from my boss early afternoon yesterday. Since then I have been a mess! I want to just walk out of work so badly right now...

 

[yourMaire83]

Just heard back from HR, and I am already on leave and should not be here... at least I get to go home.

 

[VintageDisneyRules]

Just thought I'd check in and let y'all know I've lost 20 lbs. so far! Over 30 to go!

Hang in there and follow your doc's advice.

When I click on it it takes me to a photobucket slide show.



Good job!

Oh I didn't know you had to click on it first. Thanks.

 

[VintageDisneyRules]

Now I see that when someone clicks on the picture it takes them to my photobucket account. That is not good. Anybody can see all my photos.Not that I have anything to hide, but I don't like that at all !!!

 

[VintageDisneyRules]

I removed the photo. Gee what good is a photobucket slide show feature if the only way to share it is by it taking people to my account?

 

[4fosterkids]

Hello Diva's!
I have not been on the Dis in quite awhile, but wanted to pop in and say hi real quick. I will never have time to read back, but I hope you are all doing well

Life has been hectic and crazy for me over the last month or 2. As some of you know, Parker was in the hospital over Easter for a nasty bout of uncontrolled seizures. He's doing better now, but still not himself. We're tweaking meds, so hopefully that will stabilize him soon. Thank you to those of you who posted on FB and sent me encouraging emails and messages. It helps alot knowing we have prayers and support all around us during the trying times

Tomorrow I leave for my bday/mother's day scrapbooking weekend in Big Bear. It's at Apples bed and breakfast and we have the entire Inn booked this year, with over 50 ladies coming. I'm so excited I can hardly stand it, but am a little on edge since Parker has been doing so poorly. Luckily I can make it home in 2 hours if need be...but I'm really hoping not to!

I'm knee deep in Parker's Epilepsy walk, which is in a few weeks too. I run the Auction so I've been jam packed with planning and now creating & wrapping all the baskets and preparing the auction items. I love it, but its crazy the last few weeks before the walk.

Wishing you all well Send me a Fb message if there are any mini meets or Diva sightings at DL.

 

[Zoemakes5]

For those in the San Francisco/Bay Area....please reply.....I'm looking for places to stay for College visits trip

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=40989912#post40989912

BTW, it's June 3 weekend. Would love to meet up with anyone/everyone if it ends up working out.

Wanted to go up to Oregon and was planning to visit with Miss Laurie, but prices up there are OUTRAGEOUS! Couldn't get anything less than $250 before taxes for the times we needed. Definitely a future trip!

So very NOT caught up. Will try to do so before the weekend is over. Sending

 

[DizNee Luver]

We finally have set our trip dates.....after fighting with Mike's work over the last few weeks. I figured middle of October would be safe, but I found out it was hunting season & so there was no available coverage. So we are leaving Salem, Sept 30 & coming back on Oct 10. We'll be at DL for Oct 2 to Oct 7, so if any locals would like to meet the family, let me know.....I'm missing hooking up with a lot of you....so hopefully someone would like to join us!!

BRIDGET!!!! We'll be there at the same time!!!!

 

[LisaCat]

Just heard back from HR, and I am already on leave and should not be here... at least I get to go home.

Hugs, sweetie. Sounds like your boss needs a good swift kick in the rear. And a call from HR. Sheesh. Whatta maroon.

 

[cccdisney]

For those in the San Francisco/Bay Area....please reply.....I'm looking for places to stay for College visits trip

http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=40989912#post40989912

BTW, it's June 3 weekend. Would love to meet up with anyone/everyone if it ends up working out.

Wanted to go up to Oregon and was planning to visit with Miss Laurie, but prices up there are OUTRAGEOUS! Couldn't get anything less than $250 before taxes for the times we needed. Definitely a future trip!

So very NOT caught up. Will try to do so before the weekend is over. Sending

Hi Michelle! I live up in the Bay Area and just read the other thread. I agree that the East Bay (specifically the tri-valley area) would be a nice location and centrally located. I would look at Pleasanton/Dublin/San Ramon area. Sonoma State would probably be the furthest from there - about 90 minutes. But there are affordable hotels up in Rohnert Park (where SSU is located) if you wanted to do a night or two up there. I grew up in Rohnert Park and that area is beautiful.
I'd love to meet you and could probably make it happen, especially on a weekend.

 

[cheshiregirl]

Count me in as another one who hasn't been on the dis in a long time, but Dave is watching basketball tonight and since the semester is coming to a close I finally feel like I can breathe again, let alone dis.

This is the last week of classes and the class I am teaching met for the last time today, save the final on Monday. Tomorrow I am writing the exam and by next Monday night grades should be in and I can cross this off my list of responsibilities until next spring. Additionally, I have been busy as we have been searching to fill two vacancies in my office. I supervise one of the positions and have been chairing the other search, and as of this afternoon we have verbal agreements to fill both jobs. They won't actually start until after July 4th, but this is a HUGE weight off my shoulders.

I am looking forward to summer and working shorter days since I won't have student groups meeting at night, but work is still going to be super busy due to the ongoing budget cuts and new responsibilities that seem to continually head my way since the rewards for a job well done tend to be more work

Anyways, I was wondering if anyone else will be at DLR around Memorial Day??? We are planning to be in the area starting Sunday the 29th (am hoping to win the AP Star Tours preview that includes block out day tickets) and in the parks the 30th and 31st before heading down to Carlsbad for a couple days at Legoland and some beach time. Does anyone else have Disney in their Memorial Day plans?

 

[kelmac284]

Morning all!

Jill and Jane it is nice to see you guys on here!!

Jill happy birthday and have fun on your scrapbooking trip! I know how much you enjoy that and try not to worry too much about Parker! I will be praying that he has a good weekend and that you can enjoy yours!!

Laurie I know we have talked but I am so glad you were finally able to get dates eventhough it means we won't see eachother if we do end up going Hopefully we can catch up on your drive down though as you mentioned!

I am just SO anxoius for our trip and it is getting closer and closer. Almost to the 30 day mark!!! And the good part (I guess if you can call it good LOL) is that we have a LOT of stuff coming up between now and then to keep us quite busy so hopefully the time will fly. Our first meet is this weekend and of course mother's day and then the girls have a TON of field trips (Katy esp since this is her last year in grammar school) so I will be very busy with all that.

I am looking forward to seeing the girls swim this weekend although not looking forward to the long day at the pool LOL. It is always freezing cold in the morning and of course whenever it is the first meet of the season it always takes forever to get started but we still have to get there super early to set up and check in and such so it just makes the day DRAG. Then IF it gets hot later in the afternoon it can be miserable standing out on the pool deck in the sun but luckily I think this heat we have been having is supposed to subside a bit so I am hoping for a nice day! And for now we are thinking about going to the jelly belly factory on Sunday and not sure where after that but somewhere nearby to possibly have a picnic. So hopefully should be a fun day!!

Hope everyone is well and take care!

 

[tinkermell]

Good morning!

I have been super busy, so not much time to catch up.

I see that Jane has posted! Hi Jane! It's good to see you!

Beth, I hope you are having a fantastic time in San Diego!

Getting ready for another party. DH Dave's, my granddaughter Reese's first, and Mother's Day all wrapped into one.

It was almost 90 here yesterday. Time to hit the pool.

Have a nice day!

PS- I'm still voting for Scotty!
Oh and we had a wonderful time at DL. Extremely busy! Met up with Cheryl for breakfast on Saturday.

 

[Zoemakes5]

Anyways, I was wondering if anyone else will be at DLR around Memorial Day??? We are planning to be in the area starting Sunday the 29th (am hoping to win the AP Star Tours preview that includes block out day tickets) and in the parks the 30th and 31st before heading down to Carlsbad for a couple days at Legoland and some beach time. Does anyone else have Disney in their Memorial Day plans?

Zoe and I will be there Sunday and Monday that weekend.

 

[Belle Ella]

I barely feel like I can keep up lately but I am still here, following along. Happy Thursday everyone.

 

[deesquared]

I barely feel like I can keep up lately but I am still here, following along.

Ha ha! Me too!
I still come check in on the Diva thread, but I rarely jump in and post.

I'm looking forward to our family trip to DL in December. I love reading the Trip Reports and planning all the fun things we'll be doing!

Then, possibly, I'll get to meet up with the Diva's again in 2012.

 

[VintageDisneyRules]

PS- I'm still voting for Scotty!

Now that Casey is gone I'm not voting at all. But out of those left I think Scotty will be the one to have a lasting carreer.

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I'm looking forward to our family trip to DL in December.

What days will you be there?

 

[Belle Ella]

Now that Casey is gone I'm not voting at all. But out of those left I think Scotty will be the one to have a lasting carreer.

I'm with you there. Actually, now that Casey is gone I'm not watching at all.

 

[stacielee]

Anyways, I was wondering if anyone else will be at DLR around Memorial Day??? We are planning to be in the area starting Sunday the 29th (am hoping to win the AP Star Tours preview that includes block out day tickets) and in the parks the 30th and 31st before heading down to Carlsbad for a couple days at Legoland and some beach time. Does anyone else have Disney in their Memorial Day plans?

We will just miss you! Christine graduates on May 28 so we're coming out May 25-29. Planning on being the parks May 25 & 26, possibly 27. Who wants to meet up??? Cheryl? Linda? Vicki? Courtney? Let me know and we'll make a plan!

 

[deesquared]

Trudi- We'll be at DL from December 4-10, staying at the Desert Inn & Suites. I got such a great deal on the room. It's two adjoining rooms, 4 Queens, 1 full bathroom, 1 half-bathroom for just over $100/night!
It's actually a bit too much room for the 4 of us, but it was just too good to pass up. I might have to invite my mom to come with us.

Our first family trip to DL was in late November, and it was absolutely perfect - no crowds, beautiful Christmas decorations, Santa at the BT Ranch.
The first week in December will probably be more crowded than I would like, but I certainly didn't want to go during Thanksgiving. Yikes!