Let the Prom Drama begin....Like Aurora, her dress keeps changing

[Sandy V.]

What happened to DD being a bartender? I was telling DS that he should look at schools in Colorado so he could bartend his way thru college - he makes a mean Lemon Drop Martini (I know, bad mommy, I'm such a bad influence )

Well, it's like this. You can't be a bartender unless you've been a server in the bar area. You can't be a server in the bar area until you've been a waiter/waitress. And you can't be a waiter/waitress unless you've been a hostess first. So she's starting at the hostess stage. Although the manager did tell her that she may get to skip past the waiter/waitress stuff and go directly to server. Most restaurants, at least the ones here, hire you at the ground level positions and you work your way up - even if you've had previous experience in food service.

I too worry about the empty nest thing...............I am not sure DH will survive luckily he has a few more years to enjoy life before DD moves on - and he wonders why I keep upping the 401K contribution and his life insurance like I said - Silly Man

I am quite sure that DH will think it is the end of the world. The next few years could get interesting!!

So, girls have you all heard of the Burning Man Festival?

It's so funny that you mentioned this!! We were talking about his on Saturday night with the couple that was sniping at each other. The wife had a coworker who was going for the second year in a row. The things they told me that were going to go on - oh my!! At least what I heard involved some naked bodies. Better somebody else than ME. I don't do public naked.

 

[mamacatnv]

I am quite sure that DH will think it is the end of the world. The next few years could get interesting!!

Ummmm sorry, you misunderstood me. I'm not sure DH will survive, I am pumping up his life insurance and may need to contact you for a privledged conversation

It's so funny that you mentioned this!! We were talking about his on Saturday night with the couple that was sniping at each other. The wife had a coworker who was going for the second year in a row. The things they told me that were going to go on - oh my!! At least what I heard involved some naked bodies. Better somebody else than ME. I don't do public naked.

Yep, there be lots of nakedness going on............Our friends who go, whom we have done all the kids field trips with over the years, who is a volunteer coach for the basketball league has ummmmm.............butt less Levi's that he wears and his wife got new ummmm how do I say........ummmm ok, I got it Bikini Stuffing Material.....from Santa one year for Christmas specifically to enhance her Burning Man costumes! They go with a group of friends - One of these years I am going along just to see it. I will however stay clothed. Nakedness is not my thing - a good sarong can go a long way.

Actually, the Discovery channel has a 2 hour special on the dynamics of Burning Man that is on every once in awhile and it really is very interesting. Basically 40 thousand free spirits, artisits, lookie loo's (would be me) old/young, professional etc. show up and convene in the dessert for a week every year, then the culmination is the burning of the giant wooden Man (which I can totally relate too, see comments above ) The tickets are close to $300 plus each and you must bring all supplies with you. Once there you cannot buy anything - the big deal is bringing things to barter. Oh and it is very, very dusty. Come next weekend, this town will be flooded with vehicles that will all have this fine layer of white dust all over them. U-Haul stopped renting trucks to Burners due to the extreme dirtiness that would be returned.

Maybe your snippy friends should go

Ouch for your DD to have to start as a hostess - there is not even tips involved. I hope she moves up quickly.

 

[Sandy V.]

Ummmm sorry, you misunderstood me. I'm not sure DH will survive, I am pumping up his life insurance and may need to contact you for a privledged conversation

Gotcha. If need be, I will be more than happy to assist you with legal advice.

Yep, there be lots of nakedness going on............Our friends who go, whom we have done all the kids field trips with over the years, who is a volunteer coach for the basketball league has ummmmm.............butt less Levi's that he wears and his wife got new ummmm how do I say........ummmm ok, I got it Bikini Stuffing Material.....from Santa one year for Christmas specifically to enhance her Burning Man costumes! They go with a group of friends - One of these years I am going along just to see it. I will however stay clothed. Nakedness is not my thing - a good sarong can go a long way.

You have some interesting friends, Melissa!!!!

I used to think I had boring ones, but then I've heard rumors about some who are very much into couples-swapping. DH and I never get invited to those parties. We're (thankfully) very boring.

 

[mamacatnv]

You have some interesting friends, Melissa!!!!

Wait til I get brave enough to one day tell you girls about my family! I think that will have to wait until we all meet up in Vegas and have a drink in hand.......Whenever someone says, "well let me tell you about my.........brother-in-law" or whatever, if I am present and any of my friends are present they will usually chorus, "Mel wins" It kinda has become a joke
I have a cartoon here at work on my wall that is a "Maxine" cartoon.
It says...........
I keep lots of pictures of my family around, it makes them easier to identify to the police yep, a whole bunch of loons in this here family tree!

I used to think I had boring ones, but then I've heard rumors about some who are very much into couples-swapping.

Mr. Buttless and his wife, this is another one of their hobbies - it gave a whole new meaning on their trips to Burning Man and Mexico with "friends" - we live in a small town in one of the outlying areas and we all know each others business. Sometimes that can be good (when the phone rings because your kid was speeding and someone saw him) or it can be bad.................depending on one's proclivities.......................

I forgot to add: DH and I are not uptight (ok, well he is somewhat) but we are both very conservative and a night out for us usually involves a trip to Wal-Mart and asleep by 10! We live in the land of just about every sin at your finger tips and prefer to be boring............but oh the stories we hear.........DH would never step near Burning Man, but I have always wanted to see it. I'm weird that way.......

Gotta run and get DD from school - have a great evening

 

[horseshowmom]

At least what I heard involved some naked bodies. Better somebody else than ME. I don't do public naked.

Shoot, I barely do naked private!

DH and I are definitely the conservative/boring types (thank goodness! ). DD laughs at me, because I don't even say ****s (I say bosoms which she finds absolutely hilarious )!

However, DH did jump all over that loincloth idea!


ETA: Well, how about that, that the first time I've ever posted anything that got "starred" out (*****). See, now I can tell DD that I'm right! Anyway, the word starts with boo!

 

[mamacatnv]

Shoot, I barely do naked private!

However, DH did jump all over that loincloth idea!

Where is that tag fairy when she is needed - these are classics if I ever saw one!

Congrats on your *****

This mornings headline in the Reno Gazette Journal:

Man Burns too Soon
Burning Man set ablaze this morning, one in custody​

The man was salvaged but singed and the Saturday celebration is still scheduled.

Burners yelled things such as “save the man” and cheered as fire crews began spraying it with hoses.​

Slow news day in Reno, one would think the Presidents visit here this morning would trump the burning man, but noooooo - That be N. Nevada for you!

 

[Sandy V.]

Man Burns too Soon
Burning Man set ablaze this morning, one in custody[/CENTER]

The man was salvaged but singed and the Saturday celebration is still scheduled.

Burners yelled things such as “save the man” and cheered as fire crews began spraying it with hoses.​

Slow news day in Reno, one would think the Presidents visit here this morning would trump the burning man, but noooooo - That be N. Nevada for you!

Oh my.

Living just north of the New Life Church, our local paper is dealing with Ted Haggard's request for monthly contributions from former parisioners to keep his family afloat while he and his wife attend college to start new careers.

That's the biggest downside to living close to Colorado Springs. Everyone assumes you're part of the religious right. Mind you, it's not bad if you ARE, but they are a number of folks that make negative assumptions about our community because of New Life Church.

I know quite a few members (we are not) in our community. Some are very nice people, and some are definitely NOT. Proof positive that parking your butt on a church pew every Sunday doesn't guarantee Christian-like behavior towards the general public the other 6 days in the week (and that's probably as much discussion on religion I should get into!!).

How is your DD's class and teacher working out this week?

Horseshowmom, glad to hear that your DH was excited about the loincloth!!!

 

[mamacatnv]

Sandy:

I know how that guilt by geographical association works. People hear NV and think; Mustang Ranch, the Las Vegas strip, gambling, free booze and cheap buffets!

People think because we live in Reno we have no morals or ethics.
Now, some don't but many of us do. I think gaming gives people that impression.

I know what you are saying about the "church" mentallity. I have a friend whose husband is very religious and she says she goes to church with him every Sunday to get "Godded Up" so she can say the f word during the week. She is teasing, but the point remains and we all get it. Her DH just rolls his eyes at her.

My Dh and I both have very strong Christian faith and we were very actively involved in a small church in So. California where we used to live. Then we moved here and while DH has found some he likes (he is much more to the "right" than I am) He refers to me as Gray I have yet to find something that makes me comfortable, he goes more often than I do and takes the kids if they want to go, some days I prefer to stay home. I prefer old and traditional and he likes new and evangelical. So, we wander all over the place. My DS is involved in a youth group that he enjoys.

My loonie Mother used to get sucked in by just about every television evangelist out there. When I placed her in the dementia care facility last year and then cleaned out her Apt. I was amazed at the mailing/donation lists she was on. Some were well know, very legitimate and well worth supporting and then there were the fringe ones that are known frauds and it didn't matter what we said, she would never listen to us. With her placement into a care facility, they all took a huge financial punch in the gut

DD's school - well, today I am scheduled to be in the classroom at 2:30. DD informs me this morning that her teacher yesterday told them that they will now be having PE on Tuesdays at 2:30 (is the fact that this is my scheduled parent helper time a coincidence or a dodge...........I'm not sure) Also, teacher did rearrange the groups yesterday per DD. I'll let you all know how it goes.

Horseshowmom:
Maybe you can shed some light on this. I was talking with DD's best friends Mom last night (also, an unhappy parent of said teacher) and we were wondering what ever happened to putting the kids in rows facing the front of the classroom? What is up with this group thing where their desks are in little pods facing each other and not necessarily the teacher.

Re: The loincloth.
Did you tell him it was to be accompanied by a large hand held fan and that it was for your pampering, not his enjoyment


Oh dear, I must go get some work done...........Have a good afternoon ladies

 

[horseshowmom]

Hey, girls! I need some objective opinions. I posted this thread -
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1564713 - please take a look at it.

Somewhere on this thread, I posted the original one about when the problem took place, but there's no telling what page it's on. Suffice it to say, there was overwhelming agreement that this guy could very well be a problem. Now, this pops up tonight (described in the linked thread).

She talked to her dad, because she didn't want to upset me (knowing that he would tell me about it in as calm a way as possible). Her BF is NOT happy with this guy. As I mention in the thread, we don't know exactly where he is (on campus or back in his hometown) since we don't know whether he's in grad school or not.

I know I can't go running to UPD, because on the face of it, it's not that big of a deal, but when I factor all the rest of it into it AND the fact that it's been a year and a half AND the fact that he's way too old to be acting this stupid, I'm getting very nervous...

 

[Sandy V.]

DD's school - well, today I am scheduled to be in the classroom at 2:30. DD informs me this morning that her teacher yesterday told them that they will now be having PE on Tuesdays at 2:30 (is the fact that this is my scheduled parent helper time a coincidence or a dodge...........I'm not sure) Also, teacher did rearrange the groups yesterday per DD. I'll let you all know how it goes.

Maybe it's my legal training and the resulting cynicism, but boy, that schedule change seems a little TOO convenient. I would reschedule my classroom time if possible.

I hope things are going better for your DD, Melissa. Please continue to keep us updated.

Horseshowmom, I read the other thread regarding your DD. First of all, I'm sorry that this jerk is making a reappearance in her life. But I do agree with some of the posters that maybe he's trying to get a reaction out of her, and the best thing to do for the moment is to ignore him, be aware of her surroundings, and to document his actions in case it escalates (which I sincerly hope does not occur). He's 28? Guy sounds like he really has "issues".

Fingers crossed that this is just a 'blip" in her life. I do understand your concern, though. It's totally normal to be a mama bear ready to pounce!! I sure would. Hang in there!!!

Not much going on here. DD is already stressed about classes and it was just the first day for her yesterday. But she is very much the over-reactor to new things and this is typical behavior. She'll pull herself together soon.

DS has an academic awards thingie tonight, and lacrosse practice starts tomorrow night. Then the first football game of the year for his high school is tomorrow - they just put in artificial turf, added locker rooms and new concessions, resurfaced the track, and rebuilt all of the stands. We have only 1 high school in our district, but they approved a bond issue for a second one last fall, and they are turning our high school's stadium into the District one where both high schools will use it for varsity games. It looks wonderful. I think DS is trying to arrange a date for Saturday with the little girlie he met at last Sunday night's swing dancing event.

DH and I will be leaving Friday to head for Lincoln for Nebraska's football game on Saturday. They play Nevada - is that the Nevada-Reno you talk about, Melissa? We'll probably meet up with DH's brother and his wife for breakfast Saturday morning. We'll be driving back after the game (about 500 miles). It sounds like a lot, but we switch off so it isn't bad at all. I'm excited; I love college football and especially the Huskers.

Well, had better get to work. Check in when you can!!

 

[horseshowmom]

Horseshowmom, I read the other thread regarding your DD. First of all, I'm sorry that this jerk is making a reappearance in her life. But I do agree with some of the posters that maybe he's trying to get a reaction out of her, and the best thing to do for the moment is to ignore him, be aware of her surroundings, and to document his actions in case it escalates (which I sincerly hope does not occur). He's 28? Guy sounds like he really has "issues".

I'm hoping this doesn't go any further. As I said on the other thread, it's not what he said but that it's been a year and a half and he's way too old for this.


Best wishes to your DD and have a good football trip!

 

[Sandy V.]

I'm hoping this doesn't go any further. As I said on the other thread, it's not what he said but that it's been a year and a half and he's way too old for this.


Best wishes to your DD and have a good football trip!

Thanks. I hope you have a great Labor Day weekend!

Isn't today "D-Day" for the teacher who wants to hog the computer equipment?!?!

Seriously, regarding the 28-year old "man", without knowing any parties here, it sounds like to me his personal life/love life is not going so well and he's got the mindset that if it weren't for you and your DH, then he and your DD would be in some state of romantic bliss right now. Blaming his problems on someone else. Pretty warped, but not unexpected.

I hope he just goes away . . .

 

[horseshowmom]

Thanks. I hope you have a great Labor Day weekend!

Isn't today "D-Day" for the teacher who wants to hog the computer equipment?!?!

Seriously, regarding the 28-year old "man", without knowing any parties here, it sounds like to me his personal life/love life is not going so well and he's got the mindset that if it weren't for you and your DH, then he and your DD would be in some state of romantic bliss right now. Blaming his problems on someone else. Pretty warped, but not unexpected.

I hope he just goes away . . .

Yep, today's the day. Also the former Supt. lost the election, so it won't even do her any good to try to call him (which is what she would have done first thing ).

 

[Sandy V.]

Yep, today's the day. Also the former Supt. lost the election, so it won't even do her any good to try to call him (which is what she would have done first thing ).

Well, good luck. You HAVE to let us know how it went!!!

 

[mamacatnv]

DH and I will be leaving Friday to head for Lincoln for Nebraska's football game on Saturday. They play Nevada - is that the Nevada-Reno you talk about, Melissa? We'll probably meet up with DH's brother and his wife for breakfast Saturday morning. We'll be driving back after the game (about 500 miles). It sounds like a lot, but we switch off so it isn't bad at all. I'm excited; I love college football and especially the Huskers.
Well, had better get to work. Check in when you can!!

Small World!Yes, you will be attending UNR's first game of the season(this just does not seem right that it is you and not me!) We have a really tough schedule this year and I don't know what the stat's are for this game. Go Wolfpack

DS's dream is to get to play football for the Pack! We shall see.............

I just dropped off the $$ to our Booster Rep at the High School that purchases our group tickets for a couple of this seasons games. DH, DS and myself all go. Us Boosters sure know how to tailgate!

Horseshowmom - I'll go read the thread - I am concerned just reading the comments.

I got all excited when Sandy mentioned out Beloved UNR (we have no lives and no pro sports teams in NV)and I just had to respond asap!

 

[Sandy V.]

Small World!Yes, you will be attending UNR's first game of the season(this just does not seem right that it is you and not me!) We have a really tough schedule this year and I don't know what the stat's are for this game. Go Wolfpack

DS's dream is to get to play football for the Pack! We shall see.............

I just dropped off the $$ to our Booster Rep at the High School that purchases our group tickets for a couple of this seasons games. DH, DS and myself all go. Us Boosters sure know how to tailgate!

Horseshowmom - I'll go read the thread - I am concerned just reading the comments.

I got all excited when Sandy mentioned out Beloved UNR (we have no lives and no pro sports teams in NV)and I just had to respond asap!

As far as sports teams go, living in Colorado for 22 years, I like the Broncos, Avalanche, Nuggets, and the Rockies, but after living and breathing Husker football for the first 25 years of my life, college football is my sports passion!!

Melissa, I will be thinking of you on Saturday. Go Big Red!!

 

[mamacatnv]

Hey, girls! I need some objective opinions. I posted this thread -
http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?t=1564713 - please take a look at it.

She talked to her dad, because she didn't want to upset me (knowing that he would tell me about it in as calm a way as possible). Her BF is NOT happy with this guy. As I mention in the thread, we don't know exactly where he is (on campus or back in his hometown) since we don't know whether he's in grad school or not.

I know I can't go running to UPD, because on the face of it, it's not that big of a deal, but when I factor all the rest of it into it AND the fact that it's been a year and a half AND the fact that he's way too old to be acting this stupid, I'm getting very nervous... :headache:

Wow, I see why you are concerned. I tend to be overly anxious and a worry wart but I think this is a big deal. It promted your DD to not only discuss it with her BF but to also call Dad.

My first thought is to follow your instincts. I have read over and over how we tend to turn them off or ignore them often with unfavorable results.

Personally, I would notify the school, I think you also need to know if this guy is a student. If your DD "runs" into him she will be better armed if she knows he is on campus legitimately or is in fact stalking her.

 

[mamacatnv]

I'm hoping this doesn't go any further. As I said on the other thread, it's not what he said but that it's been a year and a half and he's way too old for this.

This would be a major Red Flag to me.................

 

[mamacatnv]

As far as sports teams go, living in Colorado for 22 years, I like the Broncos, Avalanche, Nuggets, and the Rockies, but after living and breathing Husker football for the first 25 years of my life, college football is my sports passion!!

Melissa, I will be thinking of you on Saturday. Go Big Red!!

WolfPack
I grew up in a non-sports family so there were no true alliances even tho we were in the San Francisco Bay Area.

In High School I became a Niner/Giants fan and am to this day. My brother is a huge, huge, die hard, obsessed (paint his face black/red) type Giants fan!

I married a true New Englander with solid New England roots and it is all about the Red Sox, the Celtics and the Patriots! I am the proud owner of a Larry Bird (Celtics) HallMark Christmas ornament. WhooHoo lucky me!

My FIL presented my son with a couple of years worth of t-shirts/hats in graduating sizes when he was born. DS has followed in his fathers footsteps and with the exception of basketball, they are die hard New England Red Sox loving, Yankee hating fans! DD's first year of baseball and she was on the Yankees they both refused to wear her team shirts and gave her nothing but grief all season. She, being the product of these 2 men in her life spent the entire season rubbing it in. She ordered a Yankee b-day cake, did Yankee themed craft projects, cheered for the Yankees during regular season play etc....

Her baseball picture is tucked in the den behind the computer at my In-Laws house

I am a first generation Californian with my Dad's family also coming from New England. My Grandfather was a huge Boston College fan, he used to have the "boys" up to the house for dinner.

We have lived here for 15 years and I must say we are pretty loyal UNR fans. I find it a little hard when San Jose State comes to town but that is about it. DS will not even consider school at UNLV (Las Vegas) he said he would feel like a total traitor. There are actually a couple of schools he will not consider due the rivalries and is trying to avoid WAC schools altogether: Boise State, UNLV and Fresno


Have a great time, a fun trip and I'm sorry but I hope a wasted trip

 

[horseshowmom]

Wow, I see why you are concerned. I tend to be overly anxious and a worry wart but I think this is a big deal. It promted your DD to not only discuss it with her BF but to also call Dad.

My first thought is to follow your instincts. I have read over and over how we tend to turn them off or ignore them often with unfavorable results.

Personally, I would notify the school, I think you also need to know if this guy is a student. If your DD "runs" into him she will be better armed if she knows he is on campus legitimately or is in fact stalking her.

This is what I go back and forth between - whether to try to talk to somebody at the school or not. I've been debating on whether to call the Counseling department and ask for their suggestions.

She said that she thought she had seen his truck at AutoZone a couple of times and that he might be working there (which would indicate that he's probably in grad school - his permanent residence is with his dad in Jackson). If we could see the tag, we would know for sure if it were his truck (but, of course, we don't want her checking it ).

I just can't believe this guy is popping up again.


BTW, concerning the desks in groups - Group activities are a "big thing" these days, and that's probably what's going on in the classroom. While I can see that they have their place, it's not something that I personally would do all the time. Unfortunately, education is one of the biggest fad jumpers that you'll find. What's "hot" this year won't be in a couple of years. Trendy methods pop up regularly.