Happy National Coffee Day! Hope everyone gets a free coffee!
@lizzytish88 it's rainy and gross here today. We started prepping the front porch to be painted and now won't be able to do anything until next week because it is supposed to rain all weekend. -- Did cheer go any better?
@madamerwin hope the appointment went well and can't wait to find out the exciting news!!!
I'm so excited, I'm going to an essential oil make & take class Friday night. One of the women I help with cheerleading sells Doterra essential oils and is having a make and take party. I mostly use essential oils for my migraines, so I'm really excited to learn about other uses! It is mostly going to be spa stuff, but they also said they'd bring stuff for pets.
@madamerwin I second that! Did you find out what you are having?
@speakeasy14 It went better. We finished the routine last night so for our next 7 practices we just have to focus on cleaning and make things synchronized. The order of appearance came out for our leagues and we are going against two tough teams so we will see how it goes. Have fun at your party!
Good morning! Work is slow this morning so I finally have a chance to check in. I'm pretty excited for lunch today. We are having a luncheon honoring the faculty who received promotion and/or tenure last year, and the food always looks so good. This year I actually get to eat it! I don't really have much else to say except that H and I are headed to Seattle/Portland on Monday and I can't wait!!!
@speakeasy14 - Well, now I have a good excuse for coffee - not that I ever really need one! @LizzyTish88 - I hope things clear up so you'll at least have a nice weekend!
The scan went well, we had an awesome ultrasound tech who talked us through everything and made us feel at ease.
After the scan, the doc came in and immediately started talking about our first trimester screening and how our odds of down syndrome were very low after that (1:1800). He went on to mention the baby's femur length, and how for a long time doctors used femur length to head diameter ratio as a soft marker for down syndrome. He went on about all of this for about 5 minutes before telling us what our measurements were and WHY he was telling us this at all. H almost interrupted him to tell him to get to the point, but he eventually did: He said that their computer system is a little out of date with current medical standards, and we were flagged with a soft marker for down syndrome because the femur-to-head ratio was off. HOWEVER,the baby's femur length was in the 51st percentile - so right on track - but since the head measured in the 80th percentile, the computer system automatically flagged it. He explained that current medical studies show that it's femur length alone that's the best indicator of an increased risk of DS, and he would only be concerned if the femur length was around the 5th percentile. And even if it were that low, it would only double our chances to 1:900.
He basically then said to disregard the DS warning, but he wanted to explain it since it would show up in our chart online. He said we could get a fetal DNA test (via my blood), but that in our shoes he wouldn't even bother - the femur length is exactly what it should be, so he doesn't think we have any increased risk.
Then I asked him "So basically, what you're telling us is that the kid has a big head?" To which he answered, "Yes. He just has a bigger than average head."
When we called our parents after, both of our moms laughed and said "Well, of course he has a big head... Look at where he comes from!" Both of us come from big-headed families - H especially. So, genetics win. Hopefully I can push the big head out when the time comes!
@madamerwin - A little boy! Man, you were right on the money!
I also come from a family of huge heads. That's hilarious. Also scary to hear, considering you're the one pushing that huge head out of you, lol! Congratulations again!
@AlPacina - HA! Yeah, that was me in past years for sure. In the past when my boss planned it, she would fill up all the tables and then say we could sit in an extra seat if we wanted to eat. But neither of us did because it was kind of awkward going to a table of people we didn't really know and sitting down to eat with them (well, for me at least since I'm a bit of an introvert). So the girl and I who planned it this year gave ourselves a small "admin" table of 3 so we can eat together!
@madamerwin Congratulations!!! And OMG that must have been terrifying to hear the doctor go so in depth about DS before explaining why. Glad baby is just large headed!
@speakeasy14 Thanks! I appreciate that he gave us such a thorough explanation of why we would see it flagged on our chart online, but I wish he had started with the caveat that he doesn't think we have an increased risk... Other than that, he had a great bedside demeanor, so I can't complain.
@speakeasy14 Have fun at that class! I also use essential oils but I don't really know much about DoTerra because I don't like those MLM companies, and also they seem overpriced because they are MLM. I also feel like I've heard shady things about the company in general. But if your friend likes them and you find them helpful, then no harm no foul!
@beachyone15 Enjoy the lunch, and that's so exciting about your trip on Monday! I hope you have safe travel and beautiful weather.
Just getting through the day. Almost Friday! We have a contractor here to help out my co-worker and I while our manager is on maternity leave. She's basically more of a nuisance than a help. I'm trying to figure out a tactful way to tell our director that this woman could leave before my manager gets back and that would be a-ok with us... so awkward.
@PamBeesly524 I feel the same way about interns when we have them... Sometimes I feel like I am just trying to find SOMETHING for them to do. Maybe you can tell your director that while it was a good idea to get a contractor, you do not think that the extra person is needed, and maybe the company would be better off not spending that money when you and your coworker could handle the workload without them?
@PamBeesly524 I find them expensive too. I just figured it would be a good learning opportunity. I actually get most of my oils from the organic grocery store. Where do you get yours?
@madamerwin I definitely think I'll say something along those lines. The issue is that our director is actually an acting director and isn't based in our location, so finding time with her is impossible. I've been so busy at work that just letting the contractor do whatever she finds to do has actually been easier for me at this point. Hopefully I can get it resolved soon.
@speakeasy14 I get mine on amazon - I have NOW brand for lavender oil, but my mom got me a diffuser for my birthday in July and I bought the "best of the best" kit from Eden's Garden... They've been AWESOME and are definitely legit essential oils
The kit is only $47 for 12 oils.. I think separately they are also pretty reasonable depending on the oil. They have a lot of other fun kits too that I might eventually try, including oils that are already mixed for certain ailments.
ETA: Totally makes sense to go for the learning opportunity - i bet there are some good mixtures to try!
@madamerwin Congratulations!! That's a strange conversation, but man some doctors can be super awkward when explaining things. @speakeasy14 I want to learn more about essential oils, but mainly because I want to use them to make soaps and bath bombs and stuff. I have a couple people on my FB friends list who are oil pushers and they drive me insane with "Omg check out this oil blend that CURES EVERYTHING!" @beachyone15 YAY VACATION
HAPPY COFFEE DAY! I am currently downing an awesome coffee beverage from a local coffee shop and a plum walnut muffin that is TO DIE FOR.
I've started decorating my house for Halloween. I'm sort of giving it a Haunted Mansion (Disney ride, for you non-Disney obsessed folks) theme... like, really loosely, because I don't have the money to make it super cool. As of now there are no Haunted Mansion references, but that shall come soon and I'll surely post photos once my decorating is complete. For now I just have lights in my windows and one of my railings. Last night I came home after dark and squealed with delight when I saw my lights on. I'm so glad I set up timers!
In sad news, a good friend of mine from high school just lost her 2.5 month old son to SIDS the other day. I'm devastated for her. She had a hard time getting pregnant with him, and when she found out she was pregnant I was one of the first people she told. She was so excited when she found out he was a he (she has a 3 year old daughter too), and spent months trying to select the perfect name for him. He looked just like she did as a baby. It's so freaking sad and I want to do something but I don't know how to reach out. She lives far away so I can't physically be there for the memorial service. It's just so freakin sad and makes me angry that SIDS is a thing.
@wink0erin I can't stand any of the people on my fb that push oils, wraps, clothes, weight loss stuff. If I'm interested, I'll reach out to you. I really hope by going to this class, I haven't signed up to get constant messages about what I should be buying. -- I'm so sorry about your friend. Since you can't be there in person for her, I'd send a heartfelt card and a memorial plant. Or maybe arrange to have some kind of food delivered?
@wink0erin, you'll have to share photos! Also, condolences to your friend.
--- Week. Where did it go?
Tonight is for football. Maybe I will knit. I would like to knit. Or I'll play Chip's Challenge ($2 on Steam for childhood puzzle-solving happiness).
Tomorrow my mom and I are having supper together.
Saturday I'm at a bridal shower for my FSIL in her hometown, where it is supposed to be 72* high and we're probably all in a garage. I have no clue what to wear.
Sunday is for football and blocking - I have three triangular shawls that I suspect are going to be a bitch.
Re: Thursday
@lizzytish88 it's rainy and gross here today. We started prepping the front porch to be painted and now won't be able to do anything until next week because it is supposed to rain all weekend. -- Did cheer go any better?
@madamerwin hope the appointment went well and can't wait to find out the exciting news!!!
I'm so excited, I'm going to an essential oil make & take class Friday night. One of the women I help with cheerleading sells Doterra essential oils and is having a make and take party. I mostly use essential oils for my migraines, so I'm really excited to learn about other uses! It is mostly going to be spa stuff, but they also said they'd bring stuff for pets.
@speakeasy14 It went better. We finished the routine last night so for our next 7 practices we just have to focus on cleaning and make things synchronized. The order of appearance came out for our leagues and we are going against two tough teams so we will see how it goes. Have fun at your party!
I don't really have much else to say except that H and I are headed to Seattle/Portland on Monday and I can't wait!!!
@speakeasy14 - Well, now I have a good excuse for coffee - not that I ever really need one!
@LizzyTish88 - I hope things clear up so you'll at least have a nice weekend!
The scan went well, we had an awesome ultrasound tech who talked us through everything and made us feel at ease.
After the scan, the doc came in and immediately started talking about our first trimester screening and how our odds of down syndrome were very low after that (1:1800). He went on to mention the baby's femur length, and how for a long time doctors used femur length to head diameter ratio as a soft marker for down syndrome. He went on about all of this for about 5 minutes before telling us what our measurements were and WHY he was telling us this at all. H almost interrupted him to tell him to get to the point, but he eventually did: He said that their computer system is a little out of date with current medical standards, and we were flagged with a soft marker for down syndrome because the femur-to-head ratio was off. HOWEVER,the baby's femur length was in the 51st percentile - so right on track - but since the head measured in the 80th percentile, the computer system automatically flagged it. He explained that current medical studies show that it's femur length alone that's the best indicator of an increased risk of DS, and he would only be concerned if the femur length was around the 5th percentile. And even if it were that low, it would only double our chances to 1:900.
He basically then said to disregard the DS warning, but he wanted to explain it since it would show up in our chart online. He said we could get a fetal DNA test (via my blood), but that in our shoes he wouldn't even bother - the femur length is exactly what it should be, so he doesn't think we have any increased risk.
Then I asked him "So basically, what you're telling us is that the kid has a big head?" To which he answered, "Yes. He just has a bigger than average head."
When we called our parents after, both of our moms laughed and said "Well, of course he has a big head... Look at where he comes from!" Both of us come from big-headed families - H especially. So, genetics win. Hopefully I can push the big head out when the time comes!
@speakeasy14 – That essential oils class sounds right up your alley! I hope you learn some new stuff.
@beachyone15 – In previous years did they just make you sit outside the window and stare at the food? Haha
I'm so excited for your trip!!!!
@madamerwin - A little boy! Man, you were right on the money!
I also come from a family of huge heads. That's hilarious. Also scary to hear, considering you're the one pushing that huge head out of you, lol! Congratulations again!
@LizzyTish88 this weather has got.to.stop.
@speakeasy14 Have fun at that class! I also use essential oils but I don't really know much about DoTerra because I don't like those MLM companies, and also they seem overpriced because they are MLM. I also feel like I've heard shady things about the company in general. But if your friend likes them and you find them helpful, then no harm no foul!
@beachyone15 Enjoy the lunch, and that's so exciting about your trip on Monday! I hope you have safe travel and beautiful weather.
Just getting through the day. Almost Friday! We have a contractor here to help out my co-worker and I while our manager is on maternity leave. She's basically more of a nuisance than a help. I'm trying to figure out a tactful way to tell our director that this woman could leave before my manager gets back and that would be a-ok with us... so awkward.
@speakeasy14 I get mine on amazon - I have NOW brand for lavender oil, but my mom got me a diffuser for my birthday in July and I bought the "best of the best" kit from Eden's Garden... They've been AWESOME and are definitely legit essential oils
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002RSMAD8/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
The kit is only $47 for 12 oils.. I think separately they are also pretty reasonable depending on the oil. They have a lot of other fun kits too that I might eventually try, including oils that are already mixed for certain ailments.
ETA: Totally makes sense to go for the learning opportunity - i bet there are some good mixtures to try!
@speakeasy14 I want to learn more about essential oils, but mainly because I want to use them to make soaps and bath bombs and stuff. I have a couple people on my FB friends list who are oil pushers and they drive me insane with "Omg check out this oil blend that CURES EVERYTHING!"
@beachyone15 YAY VACATION
HAPPY COFFEE DAY! I am currently downing an awesome coffee beverage from a local coffee shop and a plum walnut muffin that is TO DIE FOR.
I've started decorating my house for Halloween. I'm sort of giving it a Haunted Mansion (Disney ride, for you non-Disney obsessed folks) theme... like, really loosely, because I don't have the money to make it super cool. As of now there are no Haunted Mansion references, but that shall come soon and I'll surely post photos once my decorating is complete. For now I just have lights in my windows and one of my railings. Last night I came home after dark and squealed with delight when I saw my lights on. I'm so glad I set up timers!
In sad news, a good friend of mine from high school just lost her 2.5 month old son to SIDS the other day. I'm devastated for her. She had a hard time getting pregnant with him, and when she found out she was pregnant I was one of the first people she told. She was so excited when she found out he was a he (she has a 3 year old daughter too), and spent months trying to select the perfect name for him. He looked just like she did as a baby. It's so freaking sad and I want to do something but I don't know how to reach out. She lives far away so I can't physically be there for the memorial service. It's just so freakin sad and makes me angry that SIDS is a thing.
Week. Where did it go?
Tonight is for football. Maybe I will knit. I would like to knit. Or I'll play Chip's Challenge ($2 on Steam for childhood puzzle-solving happiness).
Tomorrow my mom and I are having supper together.
Saturday I'm at a bridal shower for my FSIL in her hometown, where it is supposed to be 72* high and we're probably all in a garage. I have no clue what to wear.
Sunday is for football and blocking - I have three triangular shawls that I suspect are going to be a bitch.