The DDA Trouble Free Zone Part 13

[Glynis]

Becky,

I am really taking this hard. Just cannot stop crying. Gotta get my work face and voice on for tomorrow ,,,,,, this morning actually

Terry -

I hope you were able to get some sleep and feel better today!

 

[Glynis]

Was 3 but the one just ended with the summer only worked a few hours here and there. So actually 2 now, I work retail as an assistant manager 40 hours a week at a store and do occasional catering for my neighbor, maybe one weekend a month. Plus I started my master's in nonprofit management right after I got back from WDW and volunteering as a Girl Scout advisor for girls in grades 6-8.

You are one busy lady! I don't know how you do it! Do you have a secret to finding more hours in the day than I do? If so, please share!

Actually, you are probably a lot more organized than I am. I'm learning, but organization has never been my strong suit!

 

[Glynis]

I am so stunned by the news of June's passing. I just got an email from Kate Tuesday evening telling me about her illness and of Dawn and her baby.

Dawn and family are in my prayers.

I'm so sadden and just keep crying.I'll always think of June when I see Goofy.

DDA

Nice to see you, Alicia. Even if it is under these sad circumstances. How is your life going? Has Erich started school? Is he liking it? Is your life calming down any?

We miss you around here, but understand that "real life" needs you too. We really appreciate all you do for us here!

 

[KristineN]

Glad I'm good for a chuckle!!! Guess certain body parts of mine shall be famous or shall we say infamous forever!!

Kristine-

You were source of a happy moment last night. My DH knows all of you because I talk about you all the time...IRL he has trouble with names so it doesn't surprise me when he asked "and which one is Kristine?" The answer was the blue _ _ _ _ tie dye lady....gotta go with what they remember!!

 

[Glynis]

I posted my last post at 12:40 a.m. At 1:00 I was calling 911. I had just gone from the kitchen into the living room when Bob went into the kitchen to let the dog out. I heard him say, "Elin... you are going to have to give me a hand. We have a problem." I went into the kitchen and the whole top of our stove was on fire. After trying to smother the fire with pot lids and having no luck, I ran into the laundry room and threw the breaker. I then called 911 and the fire dept. was here within 10 minutes. Damage to the stove is not too severe and the rest of the counter top is not bad either. But our house REEKS of smoke, even though they used their high powered fans to suck it out. I ate dinner out with friends tonight and Bob did not use the stove to cook his dinner. The fire marshall thinks it was probably a short in the burner.

Now, for some odd reason I am WIDE AWAKE and don't think I will sleep much tonight. Just had to come on here and "talk" to someone about it since Bob is as upset as I am.

Oh, Elin! How scary! Are you ok? How lucky that you were awake when it happened. I'm so grateful that you managed to get it out! I'm sending you lots of today. You're going to need them!

 

[Glynis]

Ok - I have to go now, I'm supposed to be getting ready for work and each post I read just brings on the tears.

Have a good day everyone - I'll be thinking of each and every one of you

I'm thinking about you, too, Clare! I hope you have a good day!

By the way, I love your idea of the purple rose! What a great tribute!

 

[mommykds]

So it's all day kindergarten...that's rough on mommies!!

You will survive Anne Marie....but I am sure there will be tears.

No, it's half day & she goes in the afternoon. She's all dressed in a white skirt outfit, lip gloss is on, hair done, & she is ready to go.

 

[bear74]

I posted my last post at 12:40 a.m. At 1:00 I was calling 911. I had just gone from the kitchen into the living room when Bob went into the kitchen to let the dog out. I heard him say, "Elin... you are going to have to give me a hand. We have a problem." I went into the kitchen and the whole top of our stove was on fire. After trying to smother the fire with pot lids and having no luck, I ran into the laundry room and threw the breaker. I then called 911 and the fire dept. was here within 10 minutes. Damage to the stove is not too severe and the rest of the counter top is not bad either. But our house REEKS of smoke, even though they used their high powered fans to suck it out. I ate dinner out with friends tonight and Bob did not use the stove to cook his dinner. The fire marshall thinks it was probably a short in the burner.

Now, for some odd reason I am WIDE AWAKE and don't think I will sleep much tonight. Just had to come on here and "talk" to someone about it since Bob is as upset as I am.

Elin thank God you and Bob are okay. So glad you were still awake to catch this. heres that the smell is gone soon.

 

[Glynis]

But it really doesn't feel like we haven't met does it?

Nope. I feel like I've known you all for years! I feel closer to you than to most of my "real life" friends! With you all I can express all my fears that I try to keep hidden from people around here. I guess that's why I call us a family! I know that you are there for me, no matter what, with no judgement! That's very comforting!

 

[bear74]

I posted this to June and her family on her thread, but wanted to leave it here as well...

June -- you were an inspiration to us all. One of my favorite moments from our last WDW trip was taking my picture at "your" Goofy bench. There will be lots of smiles and tears at that bench in the future while we remember and celebrate the life of a great lady.

so true Marci

 

[lmartin2711]

Nope. I feel like I've known you all for years! I feel closer to you than to most of my "real life" friends! With you all I can express all my fears that I try to keep hidden from people around here. I guess that's why I call us a family! I know that you are there for me, no matter what, with no judgement! That's very comforting!

Ditto that Glynis...........I had to quote you on this one!!!

 

[bear74]

Within the last week, someone posted that they didn't know why, but they woke up in the night and knew they needed to send out prayers. Who was it and which night was it? I'll let you know why after I figure out if my suspicions are correct.

it was Theresa and it was I think monday. but not sure of the day

 

[bear74]

I am off to get Sophie ready for Kindergarten now...my last baby is going to real school & I am .

Dana is taking me for lunch after we put her on the bus to cheer me up but I am going to miss having my baby around all day. She is a real "mommy's girl".
Check back later.

enjoy your lunch with DH

 

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[bear74]

alright I'm caught up. Now I need to run a couple of errands. Have fun getting to the milestone today ladies.

 

[Glynis]

You know what? I am not normally a superstitious person. But I am NEVER up at that time. It was thinking about June and reminiscing that had me awake and DISing later than normal. So, maybe she was looking out for me. That is what I intend to think anyway.

When I read about your fire, that was the first thing that popped into my head, too! I think June is looking after all of us!

 

[Glynis]

Some places sell the regular size pants in lengths up to 36 inches Gap has them, but in the plus sizes most only go up to 31", that just ain't gonna work. Hopefully I won't have to buy plus sizes much longer and it won't be an issue.

At the rate you are going, you will be out of the plus sizes before you know it. Just a word of warning, though: once you are out of them, it will take you some time to get used to shopping in the regular section of stores. I still find myself gravitating to the plus size before I remember that I can wear smaller clothes, now!

 

[Eeyorecln]

I read your post last night but then in the turmoil of today - forgot to answer you

I will pray that things calm down for you and get better at home!

Do your DH's kids want to come live with you? or is it his idea? If it is them - you might want to really talk about why they want to - do they think things will be better with you than mom - I have heard people talk about how the kids bounce back and forth trying to make mom be "nicer" and have less rules by threatening to or living with dad. If this is the case - it really would be a mistake to have them come - no matter how you feel about it

since you don't have the energy and you would be doing the parenting - I think you should get to decide anyway - and if it is DHs idea - maybe they don't want to come live with you and all the fighting is for nothing

Here is my suggestion - tell him that you feel you are drowning right now - and that you can handle things but if his kids come live with you - then he has to do xyz to make that happen - make sure you are really honest and see if he is willing to do those things - if he is - then ask to prove it for x amount of time and then you will talk about it again

if his ex is suggesting they come live with him b/c she needs help - I would suggest that if they are too much for her to handle and she needs his help - then she should consider moving closer so that they can spend time with him but still live with mom -

I really don't have any experience in this area - I am just trying to throw some things out that I have heard other people try hoping maybe something will stick or lead to another idea

and I think that is just as important if not more important than my knee - I know what to do to make my knee better - you need prayers to know what is best for you right now - so I am sending your way!!

The oldest wants to come live here. The problem is when he visits because it's such a small amount of time compared to if he lived here I let things slide. He doesn't help out or have any chores and I didn't make him go to bed at a decent time, etc. He complains about the rules and chores at home and I'm like to DH well if he lived here he would have that as well. 2 weeks and living here are 2 different things and he can't live here without rules and boundaries. I have tried talking to DH about him working less maybe 50-55 instead of 70plus hours so he could be available to help more but even though he said he was going to last night he was working all evening until midnight when he went to sleep. So like you said I am going to have to tell him I need to see him prove he can do it first. I do enjoy his kids but when they lived here originally because I was the only person enforcing boundaries they resented me and acted out more. He wants to be out here to spend more time with his dad and what happens when his dad is never home or always busy I'm not sure I want an angry teen acting out in my home with Zachary. Which I know is being selfish but I can't help it I don't want anything making Zack worse. Thanks for the suggestions. And your right I just keep throwing these ideas into the middle to see some stick.

 

[Glynis]

I am off to get Sophie ready for Kindergarten now...my last baby is going to real school & I am .

Dana is taking me for lunch after we put her on the bus to cheer me up but I am going to miss having my baby around all day. She is a real "mommy's girl".
Check back later.

I hope it all went well this morning! I know that's how I'll feel next year when the twins go off to kindergarten! We're here for you!

 

[Glynis]

I am staying in bed today

I might have to get up to eat and go see my kids tonight but other than than - I am not moving!! My knee is very angry with me!!

My kids are at my mom's this week - which is a good thing except Nick has made the decision that I am not his mom anymore - my mom is - which is a little difficult - last night when I left you should have seen the panic in Julia's eyes when she asked "do I have to go with you?"

But that's okay b/c when Nick fell and got hurt last night it was still his mommy he ran to!!!!

I'm so sorry that you are in so much pain! Are you still taking the pain meds?

Don't worry about the kids. This, too, shall pass! They know that you are the mom, but sometimes, grandma's are a lot more fun! When push comes to shove, it's you they will always want!