Hey , I'm so sorry you r going thru this. Not seeing you on mother's day bc mother in law more important. Nonsense . Sounds like the gf is a chip off old block of mom. Sounds like sons gf is a well....brat. idk best advice other than talk to your soon about how you'd like to be with him more , or make plans to take walks, lunches , etc things that don't break the bank. Invite son and gf or if gf doesn't come just son. Start to do all you can to make effort to be with son away from this so he can make sure it's what he wants . You are his mother , you deserve to be held high
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[QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : I didn't comment in that thread, and didn't see Jills post either. I am one of the first to say that as a BM I appreciate gifts that save money on the wedding, and that's what's normally done in my hometown/social circle. But even I got nanoyed by your post. Emily was explaining that it's not about getting a gift, it's about the thought behind it, and your defense was basically "well I did it so I think it's fine." I did it too, but I would never say it's okay for everyone to do, because clearly many people don't feel the same way. A<strong>nd really, could you please explain how matching black clutches make them feel connected? Do they have secret powers like Captain Planet where when they all hold them and put their fists together they have the power to take down bridezilla? I really don't get it. </strong>
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[QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : I didn't comment in that thread, and didn't see Jills post either. I am one of the first to say that as a BM I appreciate gifts that save money on the wedding, and that's what's normally done in my hometown/social circle. But even I got nanoyed by your post. Emily was explaining that it's not about getting a gift, it's about the thought behind it, and your defense was basically "well I did it so I think it's fine." I did it too, but I would never say it's okay for everyone to do, because clearly many people don't feel the same way. <strong> And really, could you please explain how matching black clutches make them feel connected?</strong> <strong>Do they have secret powers like Captain Planet where when they all hold them and put their fists together they have the power to take down bridezilla? I really don't get it. </strong>
Posted by dnbeach12[/QUOTE]
EiC - I responded to your post in the other thread, but to sum it up - I accept your flame.
DNB - I love the visual imagery of this. And it made me smile, even though I realize it was meant to ridicule the idea.
I'm apparently having difficulty wording my thoughts today, but since you asked, here it is.
The "connection" I spoke of is this. My bridesmaids are my sisters (sister and sister-in-law) whom I rarely see because one is 4 hours away and the other lives across country. When I look at the gift my SIL gave me for standing in her wedding (the embroidered towel), I always remember what a great time I had with them in the Dominican and it brings back happy memories. I'm hoping that this gift will also make them remember positive things from when they all came here for my wedding - and to know that we each have one, even though we're so far away from each other. Cheezy - maybe, but that's the reasoning.
I loved a girl on the bump who was worried about eating at the melting pot while pregnant since they use alcohol in most of their cooking styles.
[QUOTE]I just can't deal with the paranoia on the bump boards, particularly the pregnancy-related ones. People need to stop freaking the eff out over every stupid thing. "OMG, I ate some prosciutto- I probably killed my baby!!!!" I am so in the minority over there. I eat blue cheese, sushi, lunch meat, soft serve ice cream... whatever I want, really. And I fully plan on having a glass of wine or a beer a few times over the next 6 months.
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Call the baby police! JK
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What is the fear about soft-serve? I thought pickles and ice cream were a pregnant lady staple.
Soft-serve might have bacteria in it, the same way lunch meat can? It's one of those unlikely but still possible situations that some moms-to-be worry about.
I cannot begin to tell you how many horrendous things my mother did when she was pregnant with me because she just didn't know better. Tons of second-hand smoke exposure, preserved foods, foods with mercury, you name it, she ate it.
That's not to say that people shouldn't be careful when they're pregnant, but I'll never forget the day when I announced that it was okay to have an occasional glass of wine when you're pregnant and about 10 militant knotties jumped down my throat that I was encouraging FAS. Chill people.
[QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : EiC - I responded to your post in the other thread, but to sum it up - I accept your flame. DNB - I love the visual imagery of this. And it made me smile, even though I realize it was meant to ridicule the idea. I'm apparently having difficulty wording my thoughts today, but since you asked, here it is. The "connection" I spoke of is this. My bridesmaids are my sisters (sister and sister-in-law) whom I rarely see because one is 4 hours away and the other lives across country. When I look at the gift my SIL gave me for standing in her wedding (the embroidered towel), I always remember what a great time I had with them in the Dominican and it brings back happy memories. I'm hoping that this gift will also make them remember positive things from when they all came here for my wedding - and to know that we each have one, even though we're so far away from each other. Cheezy - maybe, but that's the reasoning.
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</div><div>Okay I can understand your reasoning. And I'm sure you know your sisters. But personally, I hate clutches, and it would probably end up in the garbage, or the back of the closet after. That's why for some people it would be purely a WR gift, and not thoughtful. As I already said though, I have no problem getting WR gifts, especailly if it's something that will save me money, like a GC towards my hair/makeup or paying for part of my dress.
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[QUOTE]I just hope it isn't DAIRY QUEEN soft-serve, hatter!!
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Nope, it's SONIC! So suck it!
I tried to have a glass the other night and it tasted wonderful but it made me swell to painful levels so I don't think I will have another glass until after he is born.
[QUOTE]Soft-serve might have bacteria in it, the same way lunch meat can? It's one of those unlikely but still possible situations that some moms-to-be worry about. I cannot begin to tell you how many horrendous things my mother did when she was pregnant with me because she just didn't know better. Tons of second-hand smoke exposure, preserved foods, foods with mercury, you name it, she ate it. <strong>That's not to say that people shouldn't be careful when they're pregnant, but I'll never forget the day when I announced that it was okay to have an occasional glass of wine when you're pregnant and about 10 militant knotties jumped down my throat that I was encouraging FAS. Chill people.
</strong>Posted by mica178[/QUOTE]
Wow, some people need to get a life.
[QUOTE]Xyrius, I saw your response, and thanks for clarifying. I still don't understand why you think that BM gifts are exempt from what to me is the entire point of any kind of gift, which is to give someone something you think they will enjoy, but I guess we'll just agree to disagree on that one.
Posted by emilyinchile[/QUOTE]
After re-reading what you said and stewing on it a bit I'm starting to understand where you're coming from, in the sense that - why would you get your bridesmaid something they would blatantly hate. I can see how that makes no sense.
I'm sorry, having a bit of an off-day today.
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[QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : I'm not sorry. So what's this May 7 bidness? That's 3 days before my bday.
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2 days before mine. No stepping on toes!
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ohmygosh Pink, he is so cute. I think I just died of cuteness.
French Fries too. I dont know what it is, but I love to eat ice cream and french fries together - not mixed, just together.
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[QUOTE]In Response to Re: FFF : I always thought you were weird for being a dude posting on the boards all the time. Now I just think you're crazy.
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Well I think you're crazy too, so we're eye to eye.
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Edited: Oops sorry guys TK kicked my response to another post over here for some reason. Hi!
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