Thread killers unite!

[lighttech]

Thanks for the well wishes. DS does seem on the upswing. (I know a lot of you have kids and therefore won't mind what I'm about to type. Those of you who don't have kids and have not gotten used to the fairly regular conversation revolving around bodily fluids, etc... skip down to the smiley.) He hasn't had any loose "movements" in 2 days, so thats a really good sign. Of course, he hasn't had any "movements" at all! And, he's eating like there's no tomorrow. DH cut him off after the 3rd bowl of cheerios this morning saying "You're going to explode!" (I'm at work all day, so DH will have to deal w/ what comes... I know he's secretly hoping the dry spell will last until I'm home tomorrow.)

-OK, safe reading for everyone-

So, the unfortunate part right now is that we are smack in the middle of the terrible two's. (DS is such a sweetheart normally, we're VERY lucky. But, for some reason, bedtime and morning routines have become a HUGE power struggle.)

We had just introduced some new rules b/4 the stomach flu, and things were going well. (At night, each "No! I don't wanna" lost one item... story [he gets 2 short ones each night], bedtime song... etc.) This had all just started to take effect and he was doing well, and then we all pampered and spoiled him for 5 days while he was sick. Now, we're starting fresh. Last night was exhausting! He lost 2 stories, bedtime song, potty time (I know this sounds ridiculous, but he's training and only goes sometimes. He said he wanted to go, and then just stood in front of the toilet screaming and crying. So, after 3 times of "Do you want to go?" "Yes" "Then climb up." "NO!" We finally just put a fresh diaper on) and any stuffed friends to sleep with.

I know he'll get back on track, but boy were DH and I exhausted by the end of the episode. If any of you are single parents. I tip my hat to you. I have no idea how I'd do it w/o some spousal support.

Anyway, thanks for letting me vent. I hope you all have a wonderful holiday if I don't get back on before then. (Tomorrow and Monday I'm off, and Tuesday we have the whole clan over for Christmas, so tonight starts my marathon cleaning, shopping, wrapping, cooking, decorating 48 hrs.)

BTW - I have to say something nice before I log off b/c I love the little munchkin so much. He is just the sweetest kid. (Aren't they all.) I was cleaning b4 work and first, he said "scuse me Mommy. scuse me Mommy" in that urgent little kid way. When I looked his way, he just lit up and said "I love you Mommy." Then, when DH started to help me pick up a few things he said "scuse me Daddy. Its a good idea to help Mommy." As if he was congratulating DH on his progress. Too funny.

 

[DL55]

Good evening TKers! I braved the mall so close to Christmas and survived! Not too crazy at the mall, but for some reason, he parking lots were insane! People are succumbing to holiday pressure, I guess. LOTS of men shopping, looking bewildered and trying to figure out the intricacies of women's sizing.

I returned all of the dresses I had ordered in past weeks. And wouldn't you know it, after returning at JcPenneys, I found the perfect dress! It was in the Juniors section (I don't even know why I was over there) and I found a rack of dresses. What the heck, I'll give it a go. And I found a dress in my tyrannosaurus rex size (junior sizing is just humiliating), tried it on, and brought it home. Who would have thunk it?

So glad to hear that Christmas is back on, whgrn! And new job too! Looks like there's some ixiedust: in the air!

Hey, whatever it takes for you to get through the holidays with minimum tears and bloodshed, do it! If it be corked, iced, or wrapped, go to it! Still have some wrapping to do, and am planning my holiday weekend menu. Looks fairly smooth so far, but you never know. I think I'll have a glass of wine with y'all just in case. Either way, to everyone and whatever the holidays entails for each of us.

for finding a dress!

just stopping in for a quick hello. i haven't been around in a while, my dad's been in the hospital with pneumonia and it's been really crazy. he's finally home today, but he's got a long way to go. i hope to be able to catch up tomorrow in the morning. i've really missed all you killers. talk to you all soon!

So glad he's at home.

BTW - I have to say something nice before I log off b/c I love the little munchkin so much. He is just the sweetest kid. (Aren't they all.) I was cleaning b4 work and first, he said "scuse me Mommy. scuse me Mommy" in that urgent little kid way. When I looked his way, he just lit up and said "I love you Mommy." Then, when DH started to help me pick up a few things he said "scuse me Daddy. Its a good idea to help Mommy." As if he was congratulating DH on his progress. Too funny.

Ah.. sooo cute.

 

[lighttech]

Just missing my mom a lot today. She died from breast cancer 16 years ago around Christmas time.

Schmu- So sorry for your loss, and the current troubles. My mom is a cancer survivor. I am thankful everyday that she's still here with me. She lost her sister to ovarian cancer just months before she was diagnosed. I also had a grandmother and a great great grandmother who battled, so I'm very aware of the disease and the implications that such a strong family history has for me. Please, Please every woman here, get your check ups and your mammograms. Its tough to be a chick, but tough chicks can do anything together.

I am so sorry the holidays are so rough for you. My mom is battling cancer right now (3rd time in 7 years). My prayers go out to you.
We are all here for you if you need to vent some more. Thats why this is the best thread around here.

Prayers going out to you and your mom as well. And, kudos to you for putting your kids interests first. Its not always easy.

I've just caught up on about 6 pages (well, skimmed at least) and there was a lot of sharing of personal stories of all sorts. Thank you all for sharing, and I'm glad everyone feels as though they can vent and share and purge a little of what we keep bottled up here. My heart goes out to all of you as I read your stories. In the spirit of the holidays, I just wanted to say "thanks" for touching my life in so many ways. I've teared up, I've vented, I've been angry with you, and Good Lord!!! How you've all made me laugh. I never really understood the whole "discussion board" thing, and how anyone could get so into it, but I think we've all been able to share a little joy and get a little relief here, and what better reason could there be to go online and join some "typin' friends."

Happy Holidays and a blessed New Year to you all.

 

[DL55]

Schmu- So sorry for your loss, and the current troubles. My mom is a cancer survivor. I am thankful everyday that she's still here with me. She lost her sister to ovarian cancer just months before she was diagnosed. I also had a grandmother and a great great grandmother who battled, so I'm very aware of the disease and the implications that such a strong family history has for me. Please, Please every woman here, get your check ups and your mammograms. Its tough to be a chick, but tough chicks can do anything together.



Prayers going out to you and your mom as well. And, kudos to you for putting your kids interests first. Its not always easy.

I've just caught up on about 6 pages (well, skimmed at least) and there was a lot of sharing of personal stories of all sorts. Thank you all for sharing, and I'm glad everyone feels as though they can vent and share and purge a little of what we keep bottled up here. My heart goes out to all of you as I read your stories. In the spirit of the holidays, I just wanted to say "thanks" for touching my life in so many ways. I've teared up, I've vented, I've been angry with you, and Good Lord!!! How you've all made me laugh. I never really understood the whole "discussion board" thing, and how anyone could get so into it, but I think we've all been able to share a little joy and get a little relief here, and what better reason could there be to go online and join some "typin' friends."

Happy Holidays and a blessed New Year to you all.

So glad you still have your mom. I'm sure you appreciate her every day. Give her a hug from me.
I never really understood the whole "discussion board" thing, that's what I felt too. But since I started reading I've felt less lonely and wish I could give you all hugs in the "real" world. Since I can't here's a virtual one.

 

[AUdisfan]

Good grief! Ya'll are going to make me cry. I couldn't say it nearly as eloquently as lighttech and DL55 about how great this board is, so I'll just say ditto and thanks for being the great people you are and Merry Christmas.

Lighttech - I feel your apin my sister! I have a 4 yr old DD who makes me want to scream one minute and makes my heart nearly burst with love the next. It's amazing how someone so small can affect you so much. Some days she makes me think I'm going to lose my mind and some days she is so sweet, I know I don't deserve her. Sometimes, when she is really driving me nuts, I just grab her and hug her for as long as she'll let me. It really helps me. I don't do it when she's misbehaving. Don't want to encourage bad habits, just when she's semi-innocently driving me nuts. Does that make sense? Anyway, good luck to you. With the behavior and the bodily fluids.

 

[D&DDisney]

Shmu - Love those pictures. Who needs fondue sticks when you've got a tongue.

Bobsmom - Enjoy the box 'o bottles of wine!!

Magikitty - Congrats on the dress. I know how you feel about sizing clothes in the Jr section.

Okay, the cookies are baked and food prep is done. Now we just have to clean the house and wrap the gifts. Why can't they just wrap themselves????
Am I the only one who feels like I didn't buy enough for people as I am wrapping their gifts? I stick to a budget, but it looks like less and less every year.
If I don't get back to the boards before Christmas, I just want to wish all my fellow "killers" a very Merry Christmas. You have all been so kind and welcoming. This is the only thread where I feel comfortable posting. Aww shucks ...y'all are just the greatest!

 

[pepperw23]

Just a quick note to wish all of my fellow TK'rs a Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday!!!

Sorry I have not been around lately. I waited until the very last minute to do my shopping and WHEW what a week.

I am going to go catch up now.

 

[pepperw23]

Glad to be of service. Sorry about your DS sickness. Hope he is all better now for Christmas.
Still praying for you.
Yea, I hear ya. I need duc tape for my mouth to keep me from over volunteering.


Glad he is home. Pneumonia can be scary. I'll be praying.


I really do pray for you guys here on the TK. Of course I call you by your screen name. If anyone overheard me they would get a big chuckle. "Dear God help MagiKitty and magsnden and D&DDisney....... Get the point? Well, God knows who you are and He knows what you need.


Had a party last night with Young Adults from our church. Someone brought a fondue fountain. Everybody was down in the basement except for me, DD, my friend and her DD. Here is what happens when you leave 4 girls alone with chocolate.

ME

DD

Friend

Friend's DD

Merry Christmas Everyone.

ha ha. That looks like something I would do!!!

 

[MagiKitty]

Happy Christmas weekend dear friends! Sounds like everyone is prepping for the next few days, with cooking, kids, in-laws and various community activities. Seems we've also taken a good upswing and are truly beginning to enjoy and appreciate--especially the little ones. They sound so adorable and can only imagine how wonderful the holidays are with precious little babies of all ages. Give them special hugs from me. I only have pets at the moment, but I look forward to have my own little ones someday and sharing holiday traditions with them. And so does my mother!

I feel truly blessed to have gotten to know everyone and that you have all shared your stories and your families with me. I feel like my world has gotten so much fuller by sharing with you on this thread.

I spent most of yesterday waiting at the bus stop for my sister to arrive from NYC. She had tried to get the 10:45 bus, but it was full, but she did manage to get on the 12:15. She was scheduled to arrive by 2:15. By 2:45, I called to ask where she was. She had fallen asleep and didn't realize she was stuck in traffic! She was in NJ, really just out of the city. She didn't arrive until after 4. But she's here now (although still sleeping) and I have my first attempt at a ham in the oven. I gifted myself (seems I'm doing that a lot) with a roasting pan and rack and I'm christening it right now!

It does seem that as a child the tree was brimming with presents. My friends and I have downgraded to just sending holiday cards instead of exchanging gifts. We're all in that struggling-to-make-ends-meet stage, or newlyweds, or babies stage, so we've taken the present giving to the little ones. As for my own neices and nephews, the presents have actually shrunk, but cost more! Seems its all gift cards and electronics, although I do give the girls clothes, because that's what they want. The boys just want some sort of video game or gift cards. I don't know, wrapping a gift card just seems so sad.

Shmu, glad you had some private time with the chocolate fountain! I don't know about you, but when I see one of those, I just dip anything within arms reach and eat it. I say, don't limit yourself to fruit and cookies.

Countdown's on TKers! Final days of the holidays. Make every second count. I look forward to hearing of your stories and seeing your pictures. Be safe, be happy, enjoy!

 

[buffalogirl]

Hi Everyone , Got home from our Disney vacation Dec 17. Since then, I've been doing laundry and trying desperately to get ready for Christmas.

We had a great trip- perfect weather and low crowds. I'll post more details later.

I'm trying to get caught up on all the TKU happenings. I'm so glad you found a dress Magikitty.

The chocolate fondue looks YUMMY!

My thoughts and prayers are with those who are missing someone special this holiday season.

I feel the pain of those dealing with difficult family members/in-laws. I just do my best to focus on all the people who bring joy.

Thanks to all the thread killers who post such positive and reassuring messages. This is really the best thread on the DIS.

I'm posting just one fun pic from my vacation (could one of my TKU friends please tell me how to post an image from photobucket so that it's a "normal" size?) Happy Holidays!!!

Thanks for the photo advice Magikitty! I'm going to try again later, I am definitely clueless when it comes to the computer!! Living up to my tag!

 

[DL55]

Welcome back buffalogirl glad you had a great time.
Can't help you with the picture size. I don't have a camera yet. I'm getting one for Christmas. DH wanted me to buy my own present! I told him he had to choose, I would be happy with whatever he chose.
Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and Happy New Year to everyone!

 

[MagiKitty]

Welcome back buffalogirl! So glad to hear your trip went well. Looking forward to hearing more about it.

About Photobucket...when I post, I click on the "edit" button above the photo I want to use and it takes me to another screen. In the upper left, click on "resize". I use the smaller website size, and I've been lining up three across the usual posting page. I then go back to the album, click copy and paste to my posting on the Dis! I hope this works for you....

DL55...so exciting to get a new camera for the holidays! At least you know you're going to love what's under the tree from Santa for you!

 

[Shmu]

MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL MY FRIENDS FROM MY FAVORITE THREAD ​

Thank you everyone for the prayers, the support, the encouraging words.
Glad you liked the fondue fountain. Just wanted to let you know I'm back to my silly self again.

I entered the DIS looking for more tidbits for our future vacations.
Who knew, I would meet some of the most caring, loving, humorous people.
I too would love to give you all a special hug but can only send one through cyberspace.

This thread has helped me not feel alone and brightens up my day. It's hard being a SAHM being the very social person I am.


MagiKitty---- I would like to especially thank you. You took a chance, and started a thread because you felt alone, isolated, and a little unsecure on the boards. What you found out I hope, and what I hope we have all found out, that as discouraging as the real world can get, there are still real people around who do care. That is the best Christmas present we could give anyone. Everyone just needs to feel loved.

So---I send everyone of you
A GREAT BIG BOX OF LOVE.

 

[pepperw23]

Okay, I have one word for my first attempt at Christmas Trash...



YUCK!!!!!! 40 bucks to buy all the ingredients ($9.00 a pound for white chocolate ) And it tastes horrible. I think it is the chocolate.

Hugs to everyone...

Oh and Shmu I am with you...Thank you Magikitty for making us a nice home.

 

[whgrn]

I can't believe it's almost Christmas Eve! Where does the time go?

I really feel for all of you with family/inlaw issues. When I divorced my ex-DH, those problems miraculously disappeared! Now it's just my family and it's always pleasant. I LOVE my family! (Maybe because they are so much like me? )

My kids were in the Christmas show at church today and it was so cute. All the little ones were just precious up on the stage singing and jingling bells. And there, trying to hide in the back, were the big kids, including my 2. They had the reading parts and they all did well. It was a nice message. I have never seen a kids' Christmas show that went totally right, and I've never seen one I didn't love!

After church we went to my office Christmas party, which was a really nice brunch. All our kids know each other, so they sat at one big table and we sat at another. DD was not thrilled that she had to wear a fancy dress, but she looked so beautiful it was worth her grumping!

Now the kids are with their dad and I spent the afternoon cleaning, making up the cooking schedule for Tuesday (so it's all ready to eat at the same time!) and running out to GameStop because I realized I'd never gotten the charging station for the Wii, and we'd have dead batteries before the morning was out! So I'm sitting here now with a cinnamon stick candle burning, the puppy and my laptop sharing my lap, and listening the rain and howling wind. It was 60 degrees today! Not exactly Christmas weather, but I'll not complain about the lack of cold!

To all my TK friends, thank you for your love, support, understanding and friendship. It's so refreshing to be able to be myself without having to worry about what people will think of me, how I look, how I dress, etc. There's definitely something to this cyberfriend thing!

I wish each of you and your families the blessings of Christmas, the joy, peace and love our Savior brings, and a happy and healthy New Year.

 

[dreamin in pa]

Finally have a moment to sit down at the computer and try to catch up on everything here. Spent most of the day cooking and cleaning. We are having a slightly untraditional Christmas dinner at my dad's this year. Dad is making a ham(traditional), his fiancee is making deviled eggs and cookies, I made macaroni salad, and my future brother is going to order pizza. And after dinner, the kids will be watching the Incredible while us adults attempt to make some pineapple daiquiris. Should prove to be an interesting evening.

I just want to thank everyone on here for giving me a place to vent, laugh, cry, and just feel ok about my life. I'm not the only one who has kids who misbehave (or worse), or the only one who has had to deal with cancer in the family. or with crappy relatives. This truly is the best thread on here and I'm equally glad to have "met" you all.

MagiKitty- a special to you for bringing us all together.

 

[AUdisfan]

I just wanted to wish my fellow TKers a very Merry Christmas. I pray that the Lord grants you all a blessed, joyous, peaceful, and loving Christmas and that it continues all through the next year. Thank you for being the sweet, kind, funny, generous, and nutty people you are!

I also wanted to say welcome back buffalogirl!

Ooh, DH got me an early Christmas present this week. He hired a good looking contractor to do some work on the house! ! New insulation and a good looking man to install it. Thanks sweetie!

 

[ploto]

hmmmm......this seems to happen to me all the time......lol

 

[buffalogirl]

Thanks for welcoming me back, DL55 and AUdisfan!

DL55- hope you enjoy your new camera.

AUdisfan- congrats on your early Christmas present

Thank you MagiKitty for starting this wonderful thread.

Welcome ploto


Merry Christmas Everyone!!

 

[dreamin in pa]

Just in case I don't make it on here tomorrow, I wanted to say to everyone:

Stay safe and warm everyone and I hope your day is filled with love and laughter