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[UsNew2Disney2008]

Office Max has the A590IS for $129, and yours is $179 - the only difference I see is the pixels - 8 vs 10. Since I'll NEVER enlarge beyond 8x10 I don't need more than 5, so that would be fine.

Does yours have image stabilization?

It isn't only to do with printing size. It also has to do with cropping. Say you want to zoom in on a face, etc.

I'm with you though. My other cannon is a 5 mp, and I've never noticed poor quaility so I think 8 or 10 would be good. I put more weight into the optical zoom than the actual MP size to cut down on grainy pictures.

 

[Camster0307]

Ok - who's up for DP tonite? Have a feeling I'm going to need it.

Talked to the ex today - he and the new little wifey are expecting.

This is not going to be good.

 

[UsNew2Disney2008]

Laura - there is also a book that they said you would cover in the classes. The Essentials of the Catholic Faith or something like that. I'll look downstairs - I have it. It is a small paperback.

Ok - who's up for DP tonite? Have a feeling I'm going to need it.

Talked to the ex today - he and the new little wifey are expecting.

This is not going to be good.

Oh, Cammie. There are so many places my mind goes with that.

I'd love to say I'll be here, but I"m not sure. Tonight is date night - first one in a month I think. IF Carlos comes home decently.

If not, I'll check in.

 

[karajeboo]

Ok - who's up for DP tonite? Have a feeling I'm going to need it.

Talked to the ex today - he and the new little wifey are expecting.

This is not going to be good.

Oh, I want to throw up right now! I seriously have a pit in my stomach for you. I can't imagine what you must be feeling - I'm not gonna sugar coat it, it would kille me. Does Lauren know yet? Oh, you are in for a long road on this one I think. But I'm not worried about you - I think you are super strong and you'll take the high road. Seriously, feel free to call, text, or vent any way you want to!
And I hope she throws up for 9 months!!!!!

I've started. Okay, sort of. I went to see what had to be done and I have to get a marriage voided in the area of the state where I married and then we have to be remarried in the church. I know there are conversion classes which you start in the fall - here it is every Wed until Easter. That is probably no help - but I bet it is some. Then again, Carlos never went through with his confirmation, so he technically isn't "done". It really stinks because my SIL wanted him to be our niece's Godfather but he couldn't.

OK, this is near and dear to my heart. I grew up Lutheran and Jeff was Catholic. I vowed I would NOT raise Ally Catholic, and I'm not. I guess my hangup is some of what you said here. Why should I have to be remarried in the Catholic church? I was married in a CHRISTIAN church. Same with the godfather issue. I feel that if you are a CHRISTIAN, then it shouldn't matter which denomination. Jeff and I have this discussion a LOT because there is a Catholic church right down the road and he has taken Ally a couple of time. They will not allow me to take communion because I am not catholic and that really disturbs me. Who are they to tell me that I was not taught properly? Why is their way the right way? Jeff understands my hangup and I did agree to go with him once. If I'm semi-comfortable there, we will sit down and discuss with a priest, and if they allow me to be a christian in their church, without being catholic, i.e. recognize our marriage, recognize Ally's baptism, allow me to take communion, then i might consider it. Otherwise, no dice.

I'm a big stickler for this. If we all fall under the christian umbrella, why do they get to make their own rules and include/exclude? Sorry for going off on a tangent, it is just really a sore spot with me. AT our church in SC, our pastor always invited "all baptized Christians" to the Lords table for communion and Jeff really liked that.

 

[karajeboo]

OK, now I feel bad about posting that - I REALLY hope I didn't offend anyone!!!! You know I love you guys no matter what - even you democrats out there!!!

 

[Camster0307]

Oh, Cammie. There are so many places my mind goes with that.

I'd love to say I'll be here, but I"m not sure. Tonight is date night - first one in a month I think. IF Carlos comes home decently.

If not, I'll check in.

Ha!Ha! Your choice of smileys made me laugh!

I haven't fully processed it yet; not sure how Lauren is going to deal. This is just going to bring a whole new set of problems though. The ex tells me that "of course, he'll let Lauren and Amanda know that no one is more important than them." Lauren already feels like she plays second fiddle to the new wife; so I'm thinking things won't improve with a baby involved. All I know is that wife of his better keep her job because I don't want this new addition screwing up anything I get from him!

(don't know why the vomit smiley didn't show - that was my fave!)

 

[Camster0307]

OK, now I feel bad about posting that - I REALLY hope I didn't offend anyone!!!! You know I love you guys no matter what - even you democrats out there!!!

"B****", says your Catholic democrat friend!

 

[Camster0307]

Oh, I want to throw up right now! I seriously have a pit in my stomach for you. I can't imagine what you must be feeling - I'm not gonna sugar coat it, it would kille me. Does Lauren know yet? Oh, you are in for a long road on this one I think. But I'm not worried about you - I think you are super strong and you'll take the high road. Seriously, feel free to call, text, or vent any way you want to!
And I hope she throws up for 9 months!!!!!

You crack me up! Let's all keep our fingers crossed for that one!

And you described what I'm feeling perfectly - I immediately felt a pit in my stomache. I didn't offer and congrats though!

He's telling Lauren this weekend; that's why he told me today so I could be prepared if she calls me upset.

Ok - now I need to catch up on this dilemna Lorrie seems to be having w/the catholic church - I missed what's going on. But, if it's what I think it's about, I think I agree with you Kara!

 

[UsNew2Disney2008]

You crack me up! Let's all keep our fingers crossed for that one!

And you described what I'm feeling perfectly - I immediately felt a pit in my stomache. I didn't offer and congrats though!

He's telling Lauren this weekend; that's why he told me today so I could be prepared if she calls me upset.

Ok - now I need to catch up on this dilemna Lorrie seems to be having w/the catholic church - I missed what's going on. But, if it's what I think it's about, I think I agree with you Kara!

Oh, I was just offering what I knew about converting over to Laura.

We've been through similar stuff - Carlos is catholic, I'm not. I've been to mass with him a few times. I have the SAME issue about communion, so I find it very funny that you brought that up Kara. Plus the whole remarry thing, although I do love their stance that I was never married to wackadoodle .

Mine gets a bit more personal. I have a boy. That concerns me. Really concerns me. I believe I can talk to God anytime without a go between, and I'd like my kids to have that same feeling.

Then again, I get torn. Most prodestant religions were spun off Catholicism, so I'm not sure where the "true religion" lies. It is really tough for me. I know I need to get off my rear though. As a result of all this, the kids haven't been to church yet with us and it is getting to a point that that needs to change.

Cammie - I agree with Kara about the ex/baby thing. Even the puking HEY! Let's send her HOT DOGS! From Rainforest!

made you laugh.

But seriously, it is going to be an emotional rollercoaster for everyone - including you. I know you will do well with it, but I REALLY hate you have to process all those emotions.

 

[karajeboo]

"B****", says your Catholic democrat friend!

yeah, YOU were the one I was referring to!

Ya know, if I were new wifey, I'd be PO'd if I felt my DH would favor my stepchild over our child together. Not trying to be difficult, bu ya know what I mean? He can say that all he wants, but it's BS - he will have totally different relationships with Lauren and Amanda, than he does with new baby. It's only natural. I think it would be more important to INCLUDE Lauren and Amanda in the new family more. I know that isn't easy for YOU, but I think that would be the best for your girls. Does this make sense? I'm reading it thinking I sound like a B*****, but that's not what I mean at all. I give up today.

First I insult my liberal commie loving heathen friends .... now this!

I just hate this for you. Really I do. I don't see that Lauren will be too pleased at ALL - I'd expect the phone call if I were you..... I mean, I'm really torn up about this!!!

 

[karajeboo]

Oh, I was just offering what I knew about converting over to Laura.

We've been through similar stuff - Carlos is catholic, I'm not. I've been to mass with him a few times. I have the SAME issue about communion, so I find it very funny that you brought that up Kara. Plus the whole remarry thing, although I do love their stance that I was never married to wackadoodle .

Mine gets a bit more personal. I have a boy. That concerns me. Really concerns me. I believe I can talk to God anytime without a go between, and I'd like my kids to have that same feeling.

This is funny because I always question the whole praying to saints thing. I tell Jeff I don't need saints, and I don't need confession, cause I go straight to the top. I don't need a middleman.

Then again, I get torn. Most prodestant religions were spun off Catholicism, so I'm not sure where the "true religion" lies. It is really tough for me. I know I need to get off my rear though. As a result of all this, the kids haven't been to church yet with us and it is getting to a point that that needs to change.

Cammie - I agree with Kara about the ex/baby thing. Even the puking HEY! Let's send her HOT DOGS! From Rainforest!

made you laugh.

But seriously, it is going to be an emotional rollercoaster for everyone - including you. I know you will do well with it, but I REALLY hate you have to process all those emotions.

We're in the same boat with Ally. I really want her in church, and I think it's great for family unity, too. I was raised in church when I was younger and was really involved with youth group, etc. It was a great part of my life! We do talk to Ally and try to teach her, but I just want to find our "place," kwim?

I'd love to find an Episcopal church - that seems to be right between Lutheran and Catholic, but nothing nearby. Now I'm looking at a methodist church. That is about as vanilla as you can get I think. Right down the middle. I just don't know if he'd like it because it IS so vanilla. The pastor/priest/preacher/minister is what makes all the difference though, so we just need to get out there and start checking them out until we find what we want. I think we're both afraid of ending up in a church where we are really uncomfortable and feeling awkward....

 

[karajeboo]

OK, y'all will think I"ve really lost it now. Well, if it weren't for Lorrie who is REALLY nuts!!!

Anywho, you know how I"m always begging for DVC (until this stupid economy ruined all my plans!!!), well Ally came home from school with some temp tattoos that she got from treasure box today. They are all Disney and one is the DVC logo - you KNOW I put that on my ankle!!!! Cause A) I'm so not a tattoo girl, and B) I'll do ANYTHING to get a DVC!

 

[UsNew2Disney2008]

Yeah, not to stir the pot Cammie, but I see Kara as sorta right.

I think THINK that we might be getting to the bottom of that little chat EBF (ex butt face) had with you about the needing more help with Amanda.

If I were a betting person, I'd wonder if it will impact him actually helping out physically as much with Amanda because "wifey" might not be feeling too hot. I think that is what will chap me the most. Just be you and insist that wifey's rights end where Amanda's rights begin .

Are the girls with him this weekend? Is he planning on telling them while they are there? I'd be really super worried about Lauren holding things in - especially to not upset Amanda.

This is really going to be a challenge.

 

[Camster0307]

yeah, YOU were the one I was referring to!

Ya know, if I were new wifey, I'd be PO'd if I felt my DH would favor my stepchild over our child together. Not trying to be difficult, bu ya know what I mean? He can say that all he wants, but it's BS - he will have totally different relationships with Lauren and Amanda, than he does with new baby. It's only natural. I think it would be more important to INCLUDE Lauren and Amanda in the new family more. I know that isn't easy for YOU, but I think that would be the best for your girls. Does this make sense? I'm reading it thinking I sound like a B*****, but that's not what I mean at all. I give up today.

First I insult my liberal commie loving heathen friends .... now this!

I just hate this for you. Really I do. I don't see that Lauren will be too pleased at ALL - I'd expect the phone call if I were you..... I mean, I'm really torn up about this!!!

No, what you're saying makes perfect sense.

That's the first thought that came to my mind when he said that - I thought it was a very weird thing to say. Of course he's full of sh**. He still maintains that the girls are more important than the new wife yet he can never manage to ever make them feel that way.

I'm seriously shocked he's having another kid though and wonder if it was her idea and he's just going along with it. I may be in denial, but I really do believe a BIG reason we broke up was because he just hated all of the responsibility he had here and just wanted to be able to do only what he wanted. He's now 44 yrs.old and is having a baby. And I know what's coming -- excuses as to why he can't help with Amanda because of things with the baby. It's probably why he inquired about the nursing hours - he wants to have the help now too because of the baby.

I'm just sooooo filled with dread about this now.

 

[Camster0307]

Lorrie - I think we were posting at the same time - we were thinking the same thing!

Yes, the girls are with him. He plans on telling Lauren tomorrow; but she has a sleepover with friends so I'm thinking that would be good for her to vent if she needs. Which I'm sure she will because it sounds like she vents alot to her friends about him already!

Kara - I, too was looking for an Episcopal church; can't find one around me. (where are the episcopalians hiding?) I always found them to be the most liberal of all. I've just had a bad feeling about the Catholic church since the whole scandal from a few years ago. Living here in Boston, as you can imagine, we heard alot of horrible things. Was embarassed and disgusted. But I was born and raised Catholic my whole life - 12yrs.of Catholic school; church every sunday; retreats, etc. But as I've grown older, I've started to question some of the things the church does, and doesn't, believe in. I don't want to get into my views and opinions about things but let's just say I'm not buying their high and mighty attitude anymore.

 

[karajeboo]

Cammie- the funny thing about the Episcopal church is that it was HUGE in SC - which is right smack in the middle of the Bible belt! I never could figure that out. Jacksonville is pretty conservative too, so that may be why we can't find it. There is one here in town that is not too far away, but it is a VERY small church. I don't like small churches, people always seem to know what you're up to. I like to keep to myself - y'all know how shy I am!

Well, as long as Lauren and Amanda have you, they'll be fine. I'm wondering if this pregnancy was an "accident", or as I like to say, an accident on purpose.

 

[UsNew2Disney2008]

Here in the south, there aren't many options. We have a FEW Catholic churches and a few of others - but non-denominations and Baptist are the BIG ones here. The thing I don't like about around here is there are a lot of people who feel like opening their own church and do - and it really leaves a bad taste in my mouth. My uncle was one of them, and I just have no words really.

Everyone, grab your suitcases. The end of the world is upon us. My mom just called and wants to let Mia spend the night. She was quick to say not both though - she can't handle the both of them together.

I'm still EVIL because of the pred. so I said "Me neither".

 

[UsNew2Disney2008]

Well, as long as Lauren and Amanda have you, they'll be fine. I'm wondering if this pregnancy was an "accident", or as I like to say, an accident on purpose.

Well, me being the nasty shrew that I am first though... hum. Wonder if they were having problems and wifey had an oopsie on purpose.

I'm bad. It is raining here tonight. Maybe I should stay in. Don't want to get struck by lightning!

 

[karajeboo]

Lorrie- we're getting that nastiness tomorrow night and Sunday - tomorrow is gonna be 81 then high of 58 on Sunday!

Funny thing about opening churches. There is a "church" that meets at our residents club on Sundays. I found out from talking to some people who tried it that it is "one of those." I guess it is all hell, fire, and brimstone, and even attempts at speaking in tongues! Long story short, it was the "minister's" daughter that helped drive my neighbor's son over the edge. Texting him to tell him he wasn't really bipolar and he was just a loser, etc. Nice, huh?

 

[UsNew2Disney2008]

Hey, lets start a new project.

Opperation Cammie needs a Big Girl Weekend.

Kara - when is that DIS meet in May? Can she sleep with you?

Seriously Cammie - you need an adult break. Can you swing it? As a bonus maybe Kara will shave her legs.