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

[horseshowmom]

All right you football fans - I just talked to DD who wanted to know if I could find anybody who could get student tickets for the MSU/LSU game TONIGHT!

Apparently, BF's brother (at a community college) had a professor give away two tickets to the game (the one who guessed closest to the secret number won the tickets). The brother won the tickets but doesn't want to go to the ballgame (don't blame him, it's Thursday night and two hours from his house to the university ).

BF would like for him and DD to go (his alma mater). DD tells him that she can't let him drive all the way to her university and THEN drive to the other university (and make the return trip home - which would probably get him home about 2 a.m. ).

So, now she and her roommate and another friend are in a mad search for two tickets for the other two girls too, so the girls can all ride down together and meet BF there (who has another friend who was already going that he can ride with).

Now here's the kicker - this girl doesn't even go to her OWN university's football games...

Oh to be young and stupid again!


ETA: I checked with my brother to see if he had season tickets this year (I knew he had too much sense to go down there on a Thursday night). It turns out that he doesn't, but he said that his DD (same age as mine but at that community college BF's brother is at) had already called him for the same reason. So, now she's hoping that the other girls can't find tickets, so she might be able to buy BF's brother's tickets...

 

[Sandy V.]

All right you football fans - I just talked to DD who wanted to know if I could find anybody who could get student tickets for the MSU/LSU game TONIGHT!
. . .
So, now she and her roommate and another friend are in a mad search for two tickets for the other two girls too, so the girls can all ride down together and meet BF there (who has another friend who was already going that he can ride with).

Now here's the kicker - this girl doesn't even go to her OWN university's football games...

Oh to be young and stupid again!


ETA: I checked with my brother to see if he had season tickets this year (I knew he had too much sense to go down there on a Thursday night). It turns out that he doesn't, but he said that his DD (same age as mine but at that community college BF's brother is at) had already called him for the same reason. So, now she's hoping that the other girls can't find tickets, so she might be able to buy BF's brother's tickets...

Kids!!! Of course, when I look back at some of the stuff I did, I'd better not talk.

Well, I hope that they find some tickets!! Good luck!!

 

[mamacatnv]

Memorial Stadium seats just under 86,000 and every seat is filled by game time.

Ahhh that explains why it looks so big - it is big! Our little Mackay Stadium holds something like 36,000 and we think it is impressive when full.

Your son sounds like mine. He is a charmer and class clown, although I do think some of his former teachers have not appreciated his humor!

The only thing where my son is truly passionate is lacrosse. He is VERY serious about that.

I'm pretty sure they'll both turn out just fine!!!

Yes, my DS is very very serious about his athletics, especially football.

Did you find that in the elementary/middle school years the teachers really did not "approve"? Then when DS got to HS there was this shift from never shuts up to pleasure to have in class etc....I don't think he learned to zip it, I think at a point the outgoing behavior (especially in the boys) is welcome, accepted and in some cases encourage.
In Middle school his Spanish teacher called me twice "Your DS is taking over my class!" (I didn't laugh, but I did ask her why she was calling me and not discussing it with him) He was 14 and a giant, I think he intimidated her.

So, she did finally tell him to knock it off and we then told him that she gave him the respect of addressing the issue with him and he needed to respect her wishes and quit taking over. (The hard part for us was keeping a straight face) teacher was removed the next year for illegal drug use which was heavily suspected the year DS had her.

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Now who is harrassing who Go Pack

 

[horseshowmom]

Kids!!! Of course, when I look back at some of the stuff I did, I'd better not talk.

Well, I hope that they find some tickets!! Good luck!!

I did remind them that even if they found student tickets they weren't students of that university. I think they're hoping nobody will notice.

 

[horseshowmom]

So, she did finally tell him to knock it off and we then told him that she gave him the respect of addressing the issue with him and he needed to respect her wishes and quit taking over. (The hard part for us was keeping a straight face) teacher was removed the next year for illegal drug use which was heavily suspected the year DS had her.

I guess it's hard to manage a class when you're going through withdrawal?

 

[Sandy V.]

Did you find that in the elementary/middle school years the teachers really did not "approve"?

Very much so. They loved the girls and disliked the boys. There was a very strong bias. They were very frustrating years for our kids and for us as parents. I admire anyone that can teach middle school well - I don't think I could be in a place with so many hormones!!

You have destroyed my "artwork", you meanie!!

 

[Sandy V.]

I did remind them that even if they found student tickets they weren't students of that university. I think they're hoping nobody will notice.

At that age, you are pretty well certain that you're smarter than everyone else. Especially those over the age of 40.

 

[horseshowmom]

Very much so. They loved the girls and disliked the boys. There was a very strong bias. They were very frustrating years for our kids and for us as parents. I admire anyone that can teach middle school well - I don't think I could be in a place with so many hormones!!

You have destroyed my "artwork", you meanie!!

I taught Jr. High, and it's an interesting place! When parents would come to me concerned about some of the dumb stuff their sons had done, I would try to gently remind them that they needed to remember that at this stage they were just "big ole stupid boys", and they really couldn't help themselves to a point! I had many a parent who looked at me and agreed whole heartedly. They would say they don't act like they have a grain of sense sometimes - yep, that's those wonderful hormones!

I would have to add that in my experience, the boys were much less trouble than the girls. A boy will usually take his punishment, and he's over it the next day. Girls at that age will hold a grudge forever and can be very vindictive little things!

 

[mamacatnv]

Very much so. They loved the girls and disliked the boys. There was a very strong bias. They were very frustrating years for our kids and for us as parents.

Now, my DD who is a major suck up is the class/teachers pet - she rubs in her perfect report cards pretty regularly to her brother. she actually is very much like DS's best friend although she is super smart and runs circles around the 2 of them. She announced yesterday that she plans on going to Stanford.

I admire anyone that can teach middle school well - I don't think I could be in a place with so many hormones!!

With enough Duct Tape, anything is possible

You have destroyed my "artwork", you meanie!!

I couldn't respond - you used to many images

Horseshowmom:
I need a flow chart to follow all that I am totally confused and might I just suggest they all hitch a ride with Sandy up to Nebraska for the game, but have them all wear BLUE!

Girls. I really, really gotta get off line if I don't get this payroll done no one gets paid and I am under the gun time wise. I will catch up with you all tomorrow.

 

[Sandy V.]

I taught Jr. High, and it's an interesting place! When parents would come to me concerned about some of the dumb stuff their sons had done, I would try to gently remind them that they needed to remember that at this stage they were just "big ole stupid boys", and they really couldn't help themselves to a point! I had many a parent who looked at me and agreed whole heartedly. They would say they don't act like they have a grain of sense sometimes - yep, that's those wonderful hormones!

I would have to add that in my experience, the boys were much less trouble than the girls. A boy will usually take his punishment, and he's over it the next day. Girls at that age will hold a grudge forever and can be very vindictive little things!

What you say is very true. I can remember telling DS when he was younger, "Choose mature, choose mature, choose mature . . ." and he would look at me as if I had two heads. He was always acting like a "big old stupid boy" with NO maturity.

And girls DO hold grudges. Boys forget about "wrongs" done them much more quickly.

Add me to your list of admirers - a middle school teacher who survived!!!

 

[Sandy V.]

I need a flow chart to follow all that I am totally confused and might I just suggest they all hitch a ride with Sandy up to Nebraska for the game, but have them all wear BLUE!

Girls. I really, really gotta get off line if I don't get this payroll done no one gets paid and I am under the gun time wise. I will catch up with you all tomorrow.

They're welcome to come to Lincoln, but I can't guarantee tickets. I do know that they'll feed you well. In Nebraska, letting your guests walk away hungry is a MAJOR faux paus!!

Go do your payroll and we'll talk to you later. Don't want to be responsible for a labor riot!!

 

[horseshowmom]

Add me to your list of admirers - a middle school teacher who survived!!!

Thank you very kindly, but I've always actually liked that age group (I'm a little strange ). I've always admired the K and 1st grade teachers. You've got to be a special person to do that well (and at that age, it's very important that you do it well!).


ETA: I think the girls will do well to make it to Starkville, I don't think they're up for Nebraska (but, hey, what do I know! l)).

 

[mamacatnv]

Thank you very kindly, but I've always actually liked that age group (I'm a little strange ). I've always admired the K and 1st grade teachers. You've got to be a special person to do that well (and at that age, it's very important that you do it well!).

As far as I am concerned, I admire, adore, worship, help, feed and present treats to the majority of my kid's teachers as they have all been awesome and honestly it is not a job I could do! Hats off to the brave souls (especially these days) Who are willing to take on the kids of today who come accompanied by their PITA parents. Present company excluded of course!

ETA: I think the girls will do well to make it to Starkville, I don't think they're up for Nebraska (but, hey, what do I know! l)).

As far as I can tell you know a heck of alot, you taught middle school! If that is not a learning experience I don't know what is!

Finished payroll in the nick of time, our power went out as soon as I was finishing, thank goodness for battery backups!

Question of the day:
When do they stop being just big stupid ole boys?
My DH is cruising up on 50 and so far I am not seeing much progress

 

[horseshowmom]

Question of the day:
When do they stop being just big stupid ole boys?
My DH is cruising up on 50 and so far I am not seeing much progress

 

[horseshowmom]

Small update:

I found the guy's MySpace page. It has probably 60+ songs on it. I went through every one of the them and looked up the lyrics that matched the titles/groups.

The majority of these songs talked about somebody being in love with somebody and being lied to and had depressed themes. Some of them talked about the time coming when they would be back together no matter what anybody said. Some of them talked about being insane because of how they've been mistreated and what they might do. One of them talked about assaulting the girl and shooting the guy she was with now.

I'm liking this less and less. This guy put a lot of time into loading these songs on his page. There aren't many that aren't related to the theme.

 

[mamacatnv]

Small update:

I found the guy's MySpace page. It has probably 60+ songs on it. I went through every one of the them and looked up the lyrics that matched the titles/groups.

The majority of these songs talked about somebody being in love with somebody and being lied to and had depressed themes. Some of them talked about the time coming when they would be back together no matter what anybody said. Some of them talked about being insane because of how they've been mistreated and what they might do. One of them talked about assaulting the girl and shooting the guy she was with now.

I'm liking this less and less. This guy put a lot of time into loading these songs on his page. There aren't many that aren't related to the theme.

Admittedly I have issues with anxiety(ok, I basically don't trust people very much and I worry about just about everything). Therefore I am not always the best person to bounce these kind of things off of, but I would be very concerned. I would contact that school and find out if he is a student and then take it from there. A little bit of knowledge could go a long way on all sides. Your instincts are telling you to look into this further, do it, there is no harm in being cautious.

 

[mamacatnv]

Well I did it - I just booked the flights to take DS to Portland, Or. and made a reservation for a tour of Oregon State Univ. and their dorms/dining facilities We will go the end of October when we have a long weekend for NV. Day (yeah I know, it is dumb and only the kids & goverment employees get the day off) but he won't miss any football since the final game of the season will be the night before and then he will only miss the Monday off of school.

I need to go up and check in on Mother and attend a care conference at her facility, so I can kill 2 birds with one stone. Corvalis is about a 1.5-2 hour drive from where my Mother is at and where I stay with my Aunt.

Now, I just need to get my uncle to "hire" my DS so he can become an Oregon resident and I can save a chunk of change off of tuition. Seriously, I am going to look for a loop hole somewhere, the $$ is huge! Maybe I can't pull it off for the Freshman year.....but for the subsequent years.......(where is the scheming wringing hands smilie when you need it)

Sandy: Have a safe weekend

Horseshowmom: Hope you come to some resolution with the ex.

Pam: Hi - Hope & Pray all is well

 

[horseshowmom]

Admittedly I have issues with anxiety(ok, I basically don't trust people very much and I worry about just about everything). Therefore I am not always the best person to bounce these kind of things off of, but I would be very concerned. I would contact that school and find out if he is a student and then take it from there. A little bit of knowledge could go a long way on all sides. Your instincts are telling you to look into this further, do it, there is no harm in being cautious.

I don't want to go into specifics, but I was able to have a background check done on him and nothing turned up.

I talked to local law enforcement who told me that they felt there was a real reason for concern and that I needed to pursue the matter further.

Next step, I called the Counseling Center of the university. I told them that I realized there was nothing they could do (they couldn't tell me if he is a student), but I needed some direction. I gave them the facts, and they were concerned.

They asked me to monitor his MySpace page and if DD's name came up in a threatening way or he mentioned hurting himself, to let hem know, and they could do something then. Also, they advised me to call UPD. I asked her if UPD was going to think I was over reacting. She said that if they did to tell them to call her because they needed to take this very seriously.

I talked to DD when she got home, and she's scared. She said the messages really freaked her out. Interestingly, in the second one he said that he knew she deleted the first one (which she did) and that she needed to read all of this one. Odd comment.

Tuesday, her dad and I are going back with her and going to see UPD. After that, we're going to the city PD. Then, we're going to talk to the powers that be at the Pharmacy School. After that, we're going to her apartment complex and talking to the manager.

While I can't actually "do" anything about him, I can make sure that everybody knows what is going on. DD will have UPD and city PD numbers in her phone. He can't "follow" her to her apt. without it being very obvious (due to the location of her apt.). Of course, he could use somebody else's car. She's worrying now that he may have been watching her. She said that at this point, she'd like a body guard if we can find one (I think she was only half joking).

I'll be buying pepper spray for both girls in the morning. DD is going to share what's going on with all of her friends when she gets back, so everybody can keep an eye out.

If I find out the guy is seen anywhere near her, all bets are off. He'd better not mess with my baby.

Maybe we can have a peaceful weekend anyway.

 

[mamacatnv]

Horseshowmom:

I am so glad you pursued this with the authorities. How scary for all of you. My family will be keeping you, your DD and her roommate in our prayers. I think you have taken a huge step in protecting her just by acknowledging that while not likely, there could be a potential problem.

They won't confirm if this creep is a student? That's just not right, how is she to know if contact on campus were to occur whether or not it was legit?

I hope you all have a wonderful weekend - my jammies are freshly laundered and ready to be put to use!

Did the girls get the game/ticket situation resolved?

 

[mamacatnv]

That's it, I'm home schooling for college