The DDA Trouble Free Zone Part 9

[Eeyorecln]

AAAARRRRGGGGHHHH!


I feel better now!

The doctor just called - Nick's heartbeat was fine - but there was an irregularity in the test that was either caused by a test lead being in the wrong position or an enlarge heart chamber! He is our regular doctor but not the one who ordered the test - so he is going to leave it up to her on if we should have the test repeated or not - *** - the hospital offered to repeat it at no charge to the customer - why wouldn't I get it repeated?!?!!?!?

He is very laid back - which is nice b/c he isn't an alarmist - BUT he also is slow to action - I never go see him when I want action taken (such as getting tubes for Julia etc) I love him and my kids love him and he stops me from freaking out about things but there are times I wish he would act a little faster.

I am sure the other doctor will have us repeat the test - so I guess I am going to be playing the waiting game a little bit longer!!!

I am so sorry that is so frustarting when a dr. is too laid back. Hopefully it is the test being faulty and not anything wrong.

 

[Eeyorecln]

Now that I am caught up, I need to vent so don't feel obligated to listen but I got to get this out as if I try to talk to Eric he just gets upset and it isn't good.

We were told about 3 months ago that come July 1st he would be getting a significant merit increase in his paycheck (more than 10%) along with a Cost of Living. Well today he comes home and tells me that it is only the cost of living which is a whole $52 more a month. Now of course our insurance will go up so it will end up being about $20/month! I am so PO'd right now as he has not had any merit increase in his salary in the last 8 years and we have only had the Cost of living the past 2 or 3. He works for the University of MD which is has been in a budget crunch for ever! Eric cannot understand why I am so ticked off as there really isn't anything he can do. We have certainly thought about looking elsewhere for a new job but the benefits of this one are too good. Free college for us and the girls, not to mention he has a work vehicle so no use of our car back and forth. Free cell phone and numerous other little things. I just feel that we will never get ahead. Not to mention he busts his but for the job and it seems as if he just gets the short end of the stick.

Thanks for letting me get that out!

It sounds frustrating to be told of an income increase and then they switch it. Maybe another job with good benefits and better pay will turn up.

 

[Eeyorecln]

Evening All.
Hope you all are having a great day.
I have some news.
I looked @ job opening for Maintenance Techs.
I found 1 that would fit me perfect.
I'm going to talk with my Managers & H.R Friday.
I will have to apply & be interviewed.
So I hope this works out.
I have my fingers & toes crossed.

I'll be back later to catch up.
I'm back on page 2583.
Later

for the job.

 

[Eeyorecln]

Hey guys- can you spare some good thoughts and/or prayers for my brother...
he has been working his butt off in his firefighter course...Always in the top 10 on every test and practical exam they do..They had their final test today and his instructor said that the state changed it and most people would fail..he is crushed! he will find out next week. Hes been saying if this doesnt work out, hes going to join the military..so its going to be a rough couple weeks of waiting! please keep him in your thoughts! thanks

 

[Brendita]

I'm not a big one to ask for it, but I could use some prayers and for a big decision I'm trying to make with my career. My manager is talking to me about switching my role, and I'm just not sure what to do. Frankly, I'm not sure if they are humoring me and letting me think I have a choice in the matter, or if they are just going to switch my job in the end regardless of what I want. I can see the benefit to the company if I take the new job, but I'm having a hard time seeing the benefit to me and my career. I also don't see the next step for me if I "take one for the team" and take the role. So I'm really not sure what to do.

I could use all the and anyone can spare. I probably need to make a decision by the end of the month. Sigh and double sigh.

Thank you DDA gang!

Jennifer

Jennifer whatever you decide.
Best of luck.

 

[Brendita]

AAAARRRRGGGGHHHH!


I feel better now!

The doctor just called - Nick's heartbeat was fine - but there was an irregularity in the test that was either caused by a test lead being in the wrong position or an enlarge heart chamber! He is our regular doctor but not the one who ordered the test - so he is going to leave it up to her on if we should have the test repeated or not - *** - the hospital offered to repeat it at no charge to the customer - why wouldn't I get it repeated?!?!!?!?

He is very laid back - which is nice b/c he isn't an alarmist - BUT he also is slow to action - I never go see him when I want action taken (such as getting tubes for Julia etc) I love him and my kids love him and he stops me from freaking out about things but there are times I wish he would act a little faster.

I am sure the other doctor will have us repeat the test - so I guess I am going to be playing the waiting game a little bit longer!!!

Sorry to hear Kate.
Waiting & not knowing are the hardest.
When can they redo his test?
Nick

 

[Brendita]

and prayers headed your way.
P.s. I will try to get your post mailed this weekend.

Thanks Jennifer.

 

[Brendita]

Well I'm working by myself tomorow A.M.
Also last day of school.
So I need some beauty sleep.
Nite all.

 

[Moonbeams]

Try Zout, befor buying another shirt. My DH is an Auto Tech and this stuff gets out everything he can possibably get all over himself.

I've got to try that. I'm forever getting things on myself. You'd think I was 5 or something!

Jennifer

 

[rosiejo]

Morning y'all - just popped in to catch up and say hi

I'm afraid I didn't take notes so here's some and for everyone that needs it

Hope you all have a great and day

 

[kc10family]

Hi! I'm sorry I've fallen behind on sending lots of and and to all my DDA friends and your families!

Pregnancy-wise everything is fine. All those weird feelings I had last Sunday have passed. My next doctor's appointment is June 22nd.

Everything else is just hectic though. I am trying to adjust to our new schedule that includes swimming lessons every morning at 10:35 a.m. for the next three weeks. We've "survived" three days and let me just say my two-year-old spends the entire half-hour crying. I'm thinking it's because the water is pretty chilly that early in the morning, and I'm hoping if I just stick with it, she's going to come around at some point. It's a "parent and baby" class, so she's with me the whole time...she's just miserable.

Kevin has had a pretty busy work-week thus far, and when he gets home, he's trying to take care of maintaining both yards, painting the nursery, etc. I feel bad that I can't help him more, and I know he misses spending time with us. Last night, I ended up taking Alyssa to the local aquarium with one of my friends and her three kiddos. I feel guilty that we're out having fun, but I'd go crazy if I just hung around the house all night.

Thanks for all your compliments on the pictures I posted over the weekend. Here's another one from last night. Kate, that dress should look familiar! I thought it was an appropriate outfit for the aquarium.

Thinking of you all! Thanks to Dawn and Paula for your awesome synopsis and acknowledgement of EVERYONE!

And before I go, here's some more and and for you all!

Amy

Glad to hear things are ok. I love the dress Alyssa!!!!
Keep getting what ever feet up time you can.

 

[kc10family]

The kids had step up day on Tuesday where they got to go to their new classrooms and meet the teachers and students. They came home very excited because now they know where the classroom is and who will be in it with them. I think that they both have good placements for next year.
They came home very wound up today. Both had outstanding report cards. Nick had several A+ and all of Hunter's grades (no letter grades for that age) were way above his grade level. I couldn't be more proud of them.

Deb

WTG Nick and Hunter!!!!!

 

[kc10family]

Just popping in to say hi & sending pixie dust to everyone who could use it right now!

I went bathing suit shopping today...so I am not in a good mood now & won't be for the rest of the day.

I ended up with a standard black bathing suit. I wear a tee shirt over it anyway because I get so crispy in the sun so I didn't want to spend alot on a suit no one really sees but boy I really need to stick to my ww's..man, that was scary looking at myself in the mirror!

HI!
Sorry about the swim suit shopping, I don't care for it much either anymore.

 

[kc10family]

Molly's allergies are in full swing and she cannot get any relief. Her ped switched her about 3 weeks ago to Clarinex and it seemed to work for a while but she has another sinus infection. The dr mentioned that once the grass dries up from the heat is when we will notice her feeling better. She is miserable and usually by mid/late afternoon is just out of it. I hope that you get some relief soon.

PD that she gets better soon!

 

[kc10family]

Now that I am caught up, I need to vent so don't feel obligated to listen but I got to get this out as if I try to talk to Eric he just gets upset and it isn't good.

We were told about 3 months ago that come July 1st he would be getting a significant merit increase in his paycheck (more than 10%) along with a Cost of Living. Well today he comes home and tells me that it is only the cost of living which is a whole $52 more a month. Now of course our insurance will go up so it will end up being about $20/month! I am so PO'd right now as he has not had any merit increase in his salary in the last 8 years and we have only had the Cost of living the past 2 or 3. He works for the University of MD which is has been in a budget crunch for ever! Eric cannot understand why I am so ticked off as there really isn't anything he can do. We have certainly thought about looking elsewhere for a new job but the benefits of this one are too good. Free college for us and the girls, not to mention he has a work vehicle so no use of our car back and forth. Free cell phone and numerous other little things. I just feel that we will never get ahead. Not to mention he busts his but for the job and it seems as if he just gets the short end of the stick.

Thanks for letting me get that out!

I am sorry. PD and prayers that this all changes for the better sooner than later.

 

[kc10family]

Chanon,

The credit went through! Thanks!

Chanon you can send me a credit any time you'd like.
My paypal account number is moneygrowingtreeforyou@Paula think's she's all that.com

 

[kc10family]

Evening All.
Hope you all are having a great day.
I have some news.
I looked @ job opening for Maintenance Techs.
I found 1 that would fit me perfect.
I'm going to talk with my Managers & H.R Friday.
I will have to apply & be interviewed.
So I hope this works out.
I have my fingers & toes crossed.

I'll be back later to catch up.
I'm back on page 2583.
Later

PD PD PD

 

[kc10family]

Sep

Christi M or E(B would be hard due to beginning of school)

Tammi-B,M,E

Lynn (M or E)

Theresa B

Tia M,E

Chanon ME

Steffy BM not last week have board meeting I can't miss
would prefer middle as that is my birthday week

Got it, I will add you to the Sep list.

 

[kc10family]

Hey guys- can you spare some good thoughts and/or prayers for my brother...
he has been working his butt off in his firefighter course...Always in the top 10 on every test and practical exam they do..They had their final test today and his instructor said that the state changed it and most people would fail..he is crushed! he will find out next week. Hes been saying if this doesnt work out, hes going to join the military..so its going to be a rough couple weeks of waiting! please keep him in your thoughts! thanks

You got it!!!

 

[kc10family]

Thanks for asking. The kids are out of school and we leave in a month to visit both sets of parents and one of my sisters and DH's sisters in IA. I'm trying to convince DH we should swing down to DL for a few days (our AP's don't expire until Aug) oh and my younger sister got a job. She graduated in May and will be doing camera filmwork for the 700 Club in VA. It's in her field so I'm happy for her and she gets to travel.

So it's slow around your house?

Glad to hear things are going great!!!