Girls Only Trip ~ OLD Thread, see link in first post for new one

[MamaKate]

Well ladies I have some more BS in my life .

I won't go into details, but lets just say my DH lost his job yesterday and then I got a collect call in the middle of the night from jail.

I've been sitting here most of the morning wondering where I can cut back more money each month . I haven't even took a shower yet, because I'm just at a loss on where to go from here.

I hate being a downer, but I'm seriously just getting sick of all the bad news. I've been trying SO hard to remain positive & believing things will get better soon, but it's all starting to wear me down.

I just wanted to vent a little, so please continue with the regular conversation .

 

[MamaKate]

Oh, and top of it the baby & I are both sick. She has a fever and congestion & I have a runny nose plus a raw, sore throat & can't talk. I drank some orange juice this morning and it burned the HECK out of my throat. No more acid based foods until I'm better .

 

[Stacerita]

Well ladies I have some more BS in my life .

I won't go into details, but lets just say my DH lost his job yesterday and then I got a collect call in the middle of the night from jail.

I've been sitting here most of the morning wondering where I can cut back more money each month . I haven't even took a shower yet, because I'm just at a loss on where to go from here.

I hate being a downer, but I'm seriously just getting sick of all the bad news. I've been trying SO hard to remain positive & believing things will get better soon, but it's all starting to where on me.

I just wanted to vent a little, so please continue with the regularly conversation .

Sorry things are rough for you right now, but I am sure things will turn around. They have to right.

We are only given what we can handle. You are a strong woman. Just sayin.

Check your email

 

[MommyWithDreams]

Well ladies I have some more BS in my life .

I won't go into details, but lets just say my DH lost his job yesterday and then I got a collect call in the middle of the night from jail.

I've been sitting here most of the morning wondering where I can cut back more money each month . I haven't even took a shower yet, because I'm just at a loss on where to go from here.

I hate being a downer, but I'm seriously just getting sick of all the bad news. I've been trying SO hard to remain positive & believing things will get better soon, but it's all starting to wear me down.

I just wanted to vent a little, so please continue with the regularly conversation .

I am so sorry
I thought our economy was going to get better...whyyyyyyyyyyy are people still losing jobs left and right.
I hope he finds something quickly and I hope things turn around and you get some good news for a change.

 

[katieandmattsmom]

Yep I am flying Alaska to Seatac. Yeah I have a buddy!

 

[toocherie]

Katie--I am so sorry all of this is happening to you right now. I, for one, will not be unhappy to see 2009 go away!

 

[katieandmattsmom]

Well, speaking of Kahunaville and Vegas, I just wanted to make a quick post to let y'all know we are working on another group trip to Vegas in June.

So far those interested include:
myself
both Stacie's
Cheryl
Linda
Wendy
Theresa
Deb
Marcie

Ummm, I can't remember who else. But if you are interested, and I know after seeing some of my pics on FB many of you said you were, we have a new thread for that trip here: http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=2343265


Hopefully we'll get even more ladies to join us and we'll have a great time!

I would love to go. I will just need to check with hubby. I already have a SW credit I need to use.

 

[sahbushka]

Well ladies I have some more BS in my life .

I won't go into details, but lets just say my DH lost his job yesterday and then I got a collect call in the middle of the night from jail.

I've been sitting here most of the morning wondering where I can cut back more money each month . I haven't even took a shower yet, because I'm just at a loss on where to go from here.

I hate being a downer, but I'm seriously just getting sick of all the bad news. I've been trying SO hard to remain positive & believing things will get better soon, but it's all starting to wear me down.

I just wanted to vent a little, so please continue with the regular conversation .

I am so sorry. I know how hard it can be...I have gone through a very similar thing with dh losing his job (he was out for 4 months) and a sibling with some of the "other" issue. It truly is draining. I am sure things will turn around eventually and in the meantime at least you have us!

Sarah

 

[katieandmattsmom]

What is a festivas pole? Is it for dancing on?

Sorry its Festivus and it has to do with the tv show Seinfeld. If you have time google it. Its kind of different.

 

[toocherie]

Ok ladies--I'm going to get a little maudlin.

As some of you may remember, my all time favorite movie is "Steel Magnolias." I just loved the interaction of the women and their friendships through good times and bad. And with the Divas I always felt like we were the women in Steel Magnolias--even if we had little spats between each other (which have been very few) we always had each other's backs. And now, unfortunately, we've experienced tragedies too--job losses, illnesses, deaths--and yes, our beloved Dawn leaving us.

When I said I loved you all this morning I meant it--even if I don't see or talk to you all often I know that if I needed something my Divas would be there for me. I've been thinking a lot about Dawn and the other challenges the Divas have had to face recently and realized that we really have emulated the movie--and that at the end of the movie--even though there was a bittersweet feeling because of loss--the women who were friends went on with their lives and welcomed new faces (i.e., the baby) into their circle.

We will all get through this challenging time--and come out stronger and wiser and closer. And I can't wait to welcome new Divas to the group too--just think--a year ago none of us had met Dawnie in person! What an impact she made in just a few short months--not only on the group but on me personally (and I know on others of you too).

So chin up Divas--2010 has got to be a better year. And together I believe we can face any challenge!

 

[katieandmattsmom]

The retail price is $9.99 for one. The 3pack on amazon is $31.99.
Not sure what they do specifically, but will find out since I bought my kids the 3 pack! From the reviews I know they have "personalities" and act like a real hamster? (not that I know what a real hamster acts like!)
If anything else it will be fun to watch the dog and cat's reactions.

I was thinking my 3 lb toy fox terrier would love or not love to be chased around by it!

 

[MommyWithDreams]

Ok ladies--I'm going to get a little maudlin.

As some of you may remember, my all time favorite movie is "Steel Magnolias." I just loved the interaction of the women and their friendships through good times and bad. And with the Divas I always felt like we were the women in Steel Magnolias--even if we had little spats between each other (which have been very few) we always had each other's backs. And now, unfortunately, we've experienced tragedies too--job losses, illnesses, deaths--and yes, our beloved Dawn leaving us.

When I said I loved you all this morning I meant it--even if I don't see or talk to you all often I know that if I needed something my Divas would be there for me. I've been thinking a lot about Dawn and the other challenges the Divas have had to face recently and realized that we really have emulated the movie--and that at the end of the movie--even though there was a bittersweet feeling because of loss--the women who were friends went on with their lives and welcomed new faces (i.e., the baby) into their circle.

We will all get through this challenging time--and come out stronger and wiser and closer. And I can't wait to welcome new Divas to the group too--just think--a year ago none of us had met Dawnie in person! What an impact she made in just a few short months--not only on the group but on me personally (and I know on others of you too).

So chin up Divas--2010 has got to be a better year. And together I believe we can face any challenge!

Well said! Bring on 2010!

 

[sahbushka]

I'm ready....I hope 2010 is! Let's do this ladies!

Sarah

 

[Stacerita]

Ok ladies--I'm going to get a little maudlin.

As some of you may remember, my all time favorite movie is "Steel Magnolias." I just loved the interaction of the women and their friendships through good times and bad. And with the Divas I always felt like we were the women in Steel Magnolias--even if we had little spats between each other (which have been very few) we always had each other's backs. And now, unfortunately, we've experienced tragedies too--job losses, illnesses, deaths--and yes, our beloved Dawn leaving us.

When I said I loved you all this morning I meant it--even if I don't see or talk to you all often I know that if I needed something my Divas would be there for me. I've been thinking a lot about Dawn and the other challenges the Divas have had to face recently and realized that we really have emulated the movie--and that at the end of the movie--even though there was a bittersweet feeling because of loss--the women who were friends went on with their lives and welcomed new faces (i.e., the baby) into their circle.

We will all get through this challenging time--and come out stronger and wiser and closer. And I can't wait to welcome new Divas to the group too--just think--a year ago none of us had met Dawnie in person! What an impact she made in just a few short months--not only on the group but on me personally (and I know on others of you too).

So chin up Divas--2010 has got to be a better year. And together I believe we can face any challenge!

I love this post!!!

 

[disney-super-mom]

Katie--I am so sorry all of this is happening to you right now. I, for one, will not be unhappy to see 2009 go away!

Katie, my sentiments are the same. I hate that you are going through so much crap this year, and I, like Cheryl and so many others, will be glad to see 2009 gone for good! Bring on some good times for 2010, Father Time!

But I know you're suffering and sad and frustrated. Here's a big cyber hug for you.

Ok ladies--I'm going to get a little maudlin.

As some of you may remember, my all time favorite movie is "Steel Magnolias." I just loved the interaction of the women and their friendships through good times and bad. And with the Divas I always felt like we were the women in Steel Magnolias--even if we had little spats between each other (which have been very few) we always had each other's backs. And now, unfortunately, we've experienced tragedies too--job losses, illnesses, deaths--and yes, our beloved Dawn leaving us.

When I said I loved you all this morning I meant it--even if I don't see or talk to you all often I know that if I needed something my Divas would be there for me. I've been thinking a lot about Dawn and the other challenges the Divas have had to face recently and realized that we really have emulated the movie--and that at the end of the movie--even though there was a bittersweet feeling because of loss--the women who were friends went on with their lives and welcomed new faces (i.e., the baby) into their circle.

We will all get through this challenging time--and come out stronger and wiser and closer. And I can't wait to welcome new Divas to the group too--just think--a year ago none of us had met Dawnie in person! What an impact she made in just a few short months--not only on the group but on me personally (and I know on others of you too).

So chin up Divas--2010 has got to be a better year. And together I believe we can face any challenge!

Very well said Cheryl. We are a group of women who stick together through thick and thin.

BTW - I love the movie Steel Magnolias too. One of my favorites. Ouiser and Clairee (Shirley McClain and Olympia Dukakis) were hilarious!

 

[lulubelle]

Hear Hear! Count me in as one who has high hopes for 2010.
2009 has been the pits...

I love you, too, Cheryl.

 

[disney-inspired]

HEAR, HEAR!

​

 

[4fosterkids]

Thanks for that Cheryl!
I am in..... 3 cheers for 2010!! It is so important to look at all the good things in our life...sometimes you really have to LOOK hard as we all know...but there is so much to be thankful for. When you wrote that we all just met Dawn a year ago...that just amazed me, it sure seems like we've all been friends for longer!
I wish everybody a very happy day and I hope you can all smile or laugh today....it is good for the soul
Jill

Ok ladies--I'm going to get a little maudlin.

As some of you may remember, my all time favorite movie is "Steel Magnolias." I just loved the interaction of the women and their friendships through good times and bad. And with the Divas I always felt like we were the women in Steel Magnolias--even if we had little spats between each other (which have been very few) we always had each other's backs. And now, unfortunately, we've experienced tragedies too--job losses, illnesses, deaths--and yes, our beloved Dawn leaving us.

When I said I loved you all this morning I meant it--even if I don't see or talk to you all often I know that if I needed something my Divas would be there for me. I've been thinking a lot about Dawn and the other challenges the Divas have had to face recently and realized that we really have emulated the movie--and that at the end of the movie--even though there was a bittersweet feeling because of loss--the women who were friends went on with their lives and welcomed new faces (i.e., the baby) into their circle.

We will all get through this challenging time--and come out stronger and wiser and closer. And I can't wait to welcome new Divas to the group too--just think--a year ago none of us had met Dawnie in person! What an impact she made in just a few short months--not only on the group but on me personally (and I know on others of you too).

So chin up Divas--2010 has got to be a better year. And together I believe we can face any challenge!

 

[jordansmomma]

Cheryl~ Love ya babe! I love your post!

Katie~ I hope things get better soon.

Capri~ just cuz I know you will need it today.

to everyone.


I just wanna say.......grrrrrrrrrrrrrr..........teenagers.........
I haven't drank in a while & hear the bottle of wine calling my name...
I have 3 bottles of Magicale...why oh why can't we live closer????

I am off to go and wrap more overpriced dollar store items. No, actually I think the dollar store items may be of higher quality.

2010 has to be better, it just has to!!

 

[sahbushka]

Very well said Cheryl. We are a group of women who stick together through thick and thin.

I love this...don't you Beth?

Sarah