The DDA Trouble Free Zone

[ReAnSt]

Welcome back Poohangel. Best of luck with your pregnancy.

Becky

 

[ReAnSt]

Jen,

Have a great cruise.

Becky

 

[karebear1]

I haven't had a chance the read the 20 pages that have developed since I left for work this morning..... but can I just say...

I'VE HAD A REALLY YUCKY DAY!?!?!?!
AND I NEED YOUR SUGGESTIONS!

I am in charge of publicity for this big, gigantic event that is going on for the youth of our church in this area (over 3000 kids). In my zealousness to make sure that adult leaders understood the importance of being at this big, enormous meeting tomorrow, where everyone will learn all about this event, I used the term "mandatory meeting". Oh my gosh! I heard an ear full from someone who didn't know I was the one who sent it out (until I told him that is!) about using that word mandatory! Nothing is ever "mandatory" in the church- which is true- I guess. I feel just awful about using that word. I should've just said that we would enjoy their company at this meeting and left it at that. Why do I volunteer to do these things?? Should I send an apology email out??? I just don't want people to be offended when no offense was meant. What would you do???

 

[ReAnSt]

I still have a bunch of posts to catch up on. I still feel like I am getting sick coughing sore throat achy, but today I also feel nauseous and dizzy to add to it. At first I thought it was because I have my period(sorry guys don't want to scare you away) but then I started talking to the people who work at the other stores and both males and females said they had felt nauseous reccently or did when I talked to them. I hardly ate anything today at all, it just makes me feel worse.

Now onto my job interview, I had already filled out an application before I got there but I still had to fill out about 8 pages of questions some for background check etc. This is after the 8 page application I already filled out. Plus I had to bring a driver's licensce, social security card, birth certificate, vehicle registration, insurance card, declaration page for my car insurance, high school diploma, and college degree. I have never been asked to bring more to an interview. I thought I should just write them a book. I was there for over 2 hours.

I have been hired part time as a residential specialist. I will be working out of small group homes for people with physical and mental disabilities. I can work up to 40 hours a week or as few as I want. So I plan on keeping my full time job and working there some hours each week. If I decide I like it I can put in for full time at any time. After three months of employment if I decide to go full time I will automatically be eligible for benefits. So I'm hoping that I will like it.

Becky

 

[PrincessLeighsDaddy]

Tom I just have to ask "are you a stay at home dad?" My brother is and he absolutely LOVES it. His kids think he is the coolest dad because he gets to be at home with them. I think it's an awesome thing. It just seems like you are on line with us during work hours, so I had to ask. Sorry if it's too personal, and if you don't want to talk about it you can just ignore me. I won't be hurt!

Well.. I am a temporary SAHD.
The company I work for is slower during the winter months. They gave me the option to take 5 months off, so I jumped at it (got to keep all my benefits, seniority, vacation time and bonuses).
I figure my daughter will only be this little once. I felt like I was missing out on alot.
Since I have been home with her, we have mastered the art of going to the potty(yay! no more pull-ups), sleeping through the night in her own bed(yay! now I can get more personal "attention" from my wife), and, she has been healthy as can be.
The preschool/daycare that she was in, always seemed to have at least one child sick all the time, consequently, she would constantly get sick.
I am dreading the end of Feb. when I have to return to work.
For so long we couldn't wait for Feb. to get here for our trip.. if only I could freeze time when we're there.
I really feel for all the SAHMs and SAHDs out there. It is alot of work, but the rewards have be awesome. I am sure my daughter or I will never forget this special time we had had together.
It is nice though, to come here for some adult conversation sometimes. My wife works really hard and it has really given her a break too.

 

[ReAnSt]

I switched back to regular Coke when I was pregnant- what a change when you are used to Diet!!!

PS: I hate you and Amy both for still fitting into your jeans. I was in maternity pants by Thanksgiving and I wasn't due until mid June... don't know if that was the baby or the fact that I made and ate a chocolate cake to celebrate "eating for 2!!"

Sorry about not fitting into your pants anymore but to the choclate cake.

Becky

 

[KristineN]

I haven't had a chance the read the 20 pages that have developed since I left for work this morning..... but can I just say...

I'VE HAD A REALLY YUCKY DAY!?!?!?!
AND I NEED YOUR SUGGESTIONS!

I am in charge of publicity for this big, gigantic event that is going on for the youth of our church in this area (over 3000 kids). In my zealousness to make sure that adult leaders understood the importance of being at this big, enormous meeting tomorrow, where everyone will learn all about this event, I used the term "mandatory meeting". Oh my gosh! I heard an ear full from someone who didn't know I was the one who sent it out (until I told him that is!) about using that word mandatory! Nothing is ever "mandatory" in the church- which is true- I guess. I feel just awful about using that word. I should've just said that we would enjoy their company at this meeting and left it at that. Why do I volunteer to do these things?? Should I send an apology email out??? I just don't want people to be offended when no offense was meant. What would you do???

IMHO...I would let it go...it may have not offended anyone else. As someone who is extremely involved in church politics (I am on the Council) there is always someone who will have a problem with something..it's the nature of life. Take a deep breath...remember you are the good guy volunteering your time.
Kristine

 

[ReAnSt]

Just got back from dinner, must have gotten some bad chicken. Stomach is killing me, if its not one end its the other. Gonna go lay down, talk to you later...

Bobs your uncle

Feel better Paul. I have felt that way all day, not fun. I am finally caught up to where I posted my first message since I got back on. I got a bit more catching up to do and then I will probably head to bed.

Becky

 

[Baloo]

Kate hit 5,000 posts!!!


http://www.disboards.com/showthread.php?p=11077102#post11077102

 

[tinknme]

Sounds like you are in for a fun evening, enjoy

DH just called on the way home from work. He's arranged for a sitter for the kids, and is taking me out to dinner and to see King Kong. I'm excited. An actual date with my hubby! I love those evenings. I don't even care that dinner will be pretty lame for me. Oh well, it's all about being with hubby and enjoying time together, right? We haven't been on a date for a long time. We always end up taking the kids with us. This will really be a treat!

Guess I'd better go get ready! Talk to you all tomorrow.

 

[ReAnSt]

DH just called on the way home from work. He's arranged for a sitter for the kids, and is taking me out to dinner and to see King Kong. I'm excited. An actual date with my hubby! I love those evenings. I don't even care that dinner will be pretty lame for me. Oh well, it's all about being with hubby and enjoying time together, right? We haven't been on a date for a long time. We always end up taking the kids with us. This will really be a treat!

Guess I'd better go get ready! Talk to you all tomorrow.

Enjoy your night out without the kids.

Becky

 

[Eeyorecln]

Guess what?? Actually, I have...4!! The almost 18 year old is hard to capture in pictures. I agree with you, the 4th was a piece of cake. I think hubby's theory about adding another baby is "It's like ice cream, too much of a good thing is still not good for you" I am giving myself a year to decide for sure...then one of us has to close down the factory for good.

Sorry. I just saw the pic. with the 3 and jumped to the wrong conclusion. Sorry. I know I still toy with having another especially since I still walk by the little girl dresses in the stores and sigh. I love my DS's but there's something about having a little princess to dress up and spoil. The odd thing is all 4 of ours were unplanned surprises so if we decided to have another it would be our first planned one. I figure we can leave the idea open for a couple years. But DH keeps saying he's too old for diapers and nights without sleep with this one. Geesh he's only 37 and 5 years older than me. I think we're still young enough. At least he hasn't closed the idea off by "closing things down". Good luck deciding.

 

[julia & nicks mom]

Just forgot its boys night and I'm supposed to watch Drake and Josh with DS hope I can keep out of the loo (thanks Clare) until the show is over..

Bobs your Uncle...

Paul - I feel for you

with this new diet - my body seems to be purging everything and it aint pretty

on top of that Nick has had at least 5 poopy diapers a day this week - which is why I finally enlisted Julias help

and Julia is on an anitbiotic that turns her poop bright red - it looks like blood - thank goodness I was prepared for it this time

she took it once as a baby and when I went to change her diaper it look like blood b/c it had also loosened her stool - it was Christmas day and i PANICKED called the doctor and he felt horrible when he called - he felt bad for not warning me and was shocked the pharmacy didn't either - usually they both do - unfortunatley they forgot to tell me

 

[karebear1]

IMHO...I would let it go...it may have not offended anyone else. As someone who is extremely involved in church politics (I am on the Council) there is always someone who will have a problem with something..it's the nature of life. Take a deep breath...remember you are the good guy volunteering your time.
Kristine

Thanks. And I think you're right- there always is someone taht isn't gonna be happy. I'll try to forget about it. Unfortunately for me..... Guilt is my friend! I gotta make some new friends!!!!

 

[tinker1bell]

I can honestly use the phrase 'Bob's your Uncle' since my DH's other brother's name is actually Bob

so I can tell our kids--- Bob's your Uncle

 

[karebear1]

Well, I finally got through the 20 pages!

I see some of you have been rather "cheeky" (Do I get points for that Clare???) today! Baloo has had to edit a lot of posts- from some of our outstanding cititzens as well!

Dreams come true here at the DIS!!!

Edited by Baloo

 

[karebear1]

Edited by Baloo

 

[karebear1]

hehehe.... I just accidentally quoted myself! sorry guys!!

 

[ReAnSt]

I haven't had a chance the read the 20 pages that have developed since I left for work this morning..... but can I just say...

I'VE HAD A REALLY YUCKY DAY!?!?!?!
AND I NEED YOUR SUGGESTIONS!

I am in charge of publicity for this big, gigantic event that is going on for the youth of our church in this area (over 3000 kids). In my zealousness to make sure that adult leaders understood the importance of being at this big, enormous meeting tomorrow, where everyone will learn all about this event, I used the term "mandatory meeting". Oh my gosh! I heard an ear full from someone who didn't know I was the one who sent it out (until I told him that is!) about using that word mandatory! Nothing is ever "mandatory" in the church- which is true- I guess. I feel just awful about using that word. I should've just said that we would enjoy their company at this meeting and left it at that. Why do I volunteer to do these things?? Should I send an apology email out??? I just don't want people to be offended when no offense was meant. What would you do???

3000 people Best of luck to you. I have helped planned events for 1500 people, but never 3000. Here's loads of for a successful event.

I personally don't know that I'd offer an apology. To me mandatory means you must attend. In my opinion if someone doesn't attend or have someone attend for the group, then no one from that group should be able to attend.

But thats just me and maybe I am being harsh. But if you have something important like safety information, general scheduling or something like that to go over then someone from each group should be required to attend a meeting for their group to attend but that is just me.

With that many people you need a meeting to get all the groups on the same page, for things to run smoothly. I am certain you know that but lots of people have never run large events and don't understand the importance of getting everyone on the same page to have a safe and successful event.

Becky

 

[ReAnSt]

Well.. I am a temporary SAHD.
The company I work for is slower during the winter months. They gave me the option to take 5 months off, so I jumped at it (got to keep all my benefits, seniority, vacation time and bonuses).
I figure my daughter will only be this little once. I felt like I was missing out on alot.
Since I have been home with her, we have mastered the art of going to the potty(yay! no more pull-ups), sleeping through the night in her own bed(yay! now I can get more personal "attention" from my wife), and, she has been healthy as can be.
The preschool/daycare that she was in, always seemed to have at least one child sick all the time, consequently, she would constantly get sick.
I am dreading the end of Feb. when I have to return to work.
For so long we couldn't wait for Feb. to get here for our trip.. if only I could freeze time when we're there.
I really feel for all the SAHMs and SAHDs out there. It is alot of work, but the rewards have be awesome. I am sure my daughter or I will never forget this special time we had had together.
It is nice though, to come here for some adult conversation sometimes. My wife works really hard and it has really given her a break too.

Tom,

I am sure your daughter will truly treasure her time with you. I am also sure you are treasuring your time with her. Make sure to take lots of pictures and write down the cute stories and things she says because once you go to work I know you will miss out. Plus you will have these to cherish forever.

Becky