Friday?

mrsconn23 · March 2017

Anyone here?

What's up for the weekend?

I have to work.

Other than that, I'm not sure. I'm ready for nap, I know that much. Instead I'm working and watching "OJ: Made in America".

kimmiinthemitten · March 2017

Morning!

I'm back from training and all congested from spending 3 days in a smokey casino. I took a long, hot, pruney shower yesterday to ensure I got all the stink off.

H's grandfather died yesterday. This is the first person close to him that's passed away in 20 years so I'm not sure how to be best supporting. He seems more anxious and stressed at this point. Probably because this week he and his mom got into a tiff over "Grandpa's wife spending all of his money so she can live the lifestyle she's accustomed to." There's also longstanding drama over his plans to be buried with his new wife instead of the mother of his children. H isn't good with conflict and unknowns and his mom is half upset and half angry. I just feel bad for everyone.

This weekend we have nothing really. I'm so tired I'm not really mad at it.

mrsconn23 · March 2017

I'm sorry for your loss, @kimmiinthemitten.

Heffalump · March 2017

I wanted to watch OJ: Made in America the other night! DH was complaining ("No more OJ"), so we watched something else. You have just strengthened my resolve to watch it.

Wooz is off swimming since her instructor is on Spring Break. So the only thing we have tomorrow is her riding lesson. I think afterward, we'll take the kids up to the Raptor Center for a while. DS has swim on Sunday. I think the rest of the day Sunday, we need to do some major yardwork: more pine straw, weed and feed, trim some shrubs, etc. Our neighbor's dad used to mow, but he retired, so we need to find someone else. But in the meantime, with this mild weather, the grass is growing, so I think Mr. Heff is going to have to bust out the mower this weekend.

About three minutes after I posted about our power outage, they announced that we were shutting down. And about a minute after that, all the office lights went out. So luckily I didn't have to suffer from Single Screen Syndrome for very long.

drid · March 2017

@kimmiinthemitten all of the hugs for your H today. That's really hard!

Got my hair highlighted yesterday, and I'm feeling faaaabulous! I've also lost 10 lbs, woo! Its a wonder what actually taking my meds does for my body lol. PCOS is a bitch.

This weekend I desperately need to clean my house... and do homework. And I think my pup needs some snugs.

mrsconn23 · March 2017

Lol @Heffalump. I've run out of podcasts to listen to and I don't want to look for a new one. And I want to watch American Crime Story, but I want to save it for after the TV season ends in a couple months and I have nothing to watch. But since this won the Oscar, I decided to give it a shot. I'm like an hour in and I think 13th should have won, but whatever. It's still good.

Speaking of podcasts. The people who made The Jinx started a podcast called "Crimetown" and each season they're going to focus on a different city. The first season is about Providence, RI and how they had a mobbed up mayor in the 70's/80's. Interesting stuff.

charlotte989875 · March 2017

I'm sorry for your loss @kimmiinthemitten and all the good thoughts to Mr. Mittens family.

Im giving exams today, then next week is Spring Break! I cannot wait. This will be me at 12:26 (exam ends at 12:25).

Im doing escort training for the only abortion provider in NW Ohio tomorrow morning, so excited about finally getting started volunteering. Other than that just doing some work around the house and relaxing.

6fsn · March 2017

I'm sorry for your loss @kimmiinthemitten

Science class today. DH is taking 6let to the Crew game tomorrow and then to a bday party. I'm trying to find someplace fun to take the other two, but nothing is coming to mind. I don't know about Sunday.

Speaking of 6let. They have a snack cart on Fridays at school. This morning he asked if he could buy something off of it. I told him since it was Lent maybe a better idea is to take that money and put it in his rice bowl as a sacrifice. Then I told him since he's never asked before he could buy from the lunch cart. Not long after he came to me and said he'd put $1 of his money in the rice bowl and took a $1 of his money for school. Gaaaaaah. I matched his $1.

This is the same child that said he wanted to take his Christmas money and spend some at Toys r us, spend some on vacation, and save some for college.

bleve0821 · March 2017

I have to work tomorrow. I am hoping it's only a half day like it's supposed to be, and that I really am off Sunday. I haven't had a day off in almost two weeks and I'm feeling it. My house and gardens are, too. And I'm sure DH is feeling a little neglected, but he's been pushing all my buttons lately so the space is at least keeping me from getting snappy. Most days I don't even notice when he pushes my buttons, but a few days a month seemingly unrelated to hormones, it just makes me inexplicably ragey.
Rawr.

I'm sorry for your loss, @kimmiinthemitten.

MissKittyDanger · March 2017

I'm here!

M feels his interview went okay. HR lady was nice and he thinks he did well with that, but then the tech guy didn't seem impressed - so that kinda bummed him out.
This is really hard. I have no idea how to help him or what else to say. I'm trying to be as encouraging as possible and helpful, but I just feel like my words are getting lost.

Tonight he's going to the Red Bull Crashed Ice. It's too damn cold and I've been tired, so I'm staying home. Likely I'll watch some Riverdale, take a bath and pamper myself a bit then watch a girlie movie to cheer myself up.
Random fact, I told M that once he's working again he is going to pay extra to the house at some point and I'm gonna take that money and do something for myself - like spa, or shopping, or w/e. He's like "That's fine. I completely encourage it." Thanks dude, it was happening regardless lmao
I'll probably just get a pedicure and buy a couple things for summer. My list isn't huge for clothing needs/wants anyways.

Idk what's happening this weekend. At some point we're doing groceries. M is going to do some meal planning today, so we can keep the list to a minimum and know what we're doing.

MissKittyDanger · March 2017

@kimmiinthemitten sorry to hear about your H's grandfather

Since this is pretty new to him, I'd suggest just going with the flow of how he is.

@drid ooh fancy hair!

A friend of mine has PSOS, that's not fun

@charlotte989875 exam vibes! and good luck on the escorting

@AtomicBlonde no day off in 2 weeks? Jeez, that sounds rough

be sure to do something nice for yourself! Even if it's at home pampering

thefanciestbeckler · March 2017

I'm so sorry for your loss @kimmiinthemitten. That's a hard enough situation as is without stress and drama over where to bury him/money/etc.

@drid congrats on the weight loss!! That is awesome!

Morning all! TGIF!

I went to bed at 10 last night. I usually stay up past midnight, so I'm feeling rested and great today. I'm ready for this weekend. I need to clean the house badly- like really clean it. It's been kind of pointless with all the rain we were getting because the dogs come in wet and muddy. But now that it's clearing up and drying out I need to do some serious sweeping and mopping.

Tomorrow morning I'll work on cleaning, work out, and get groceries. Tomorrow night, mom and I are going to a movie at one of the nice theaters with recliners and adult beverages and then going to dinner. It will be nice to spend some time with her.

Sunday will be church and then nothing. I'm not singing so I get to go at 11 instead of getting there at 7:30. Woohoo! I'll probably be lazy the rest of the day.

kimmiinthemitten · March 2017

Thanks everyone! I only met him once, the weekend we got engaged actually. We were only about 45 minutes away from him so we drove up for breakfast. He had Alzheimers and we caught him on a good day, so I know H was happy. I feel the worst for MIL. She's so stubborn and made up excuse after excuse to not visit him and H warned her she'd regret that. I don't even know the last time she saw him (it's been at least 4 years). We're having brunch with everyone Sunday. I'm hoping by then we'll know if GF's wife is having a service or if the family here in Michigan will plan one independently. It's so sad how money can tear apart a family.

I was so amazed when I met now H that he had 3 living grandparents; I lost 3 before I was 11 and then the last one in my twenties.

short+sassy · March 2017

Sorry for your all's loss, @kimmiinthemitten. They banned smoking in casinos and bars in NOLA sometime last year. People acted like the city council had just called for the execution of all puppies, lol. Some bars played funeral dirges on the last day before the ban took effect. There's only one casino in this parish (county), Harrahs, and they had the big bucks to fight tooth and nail. They still lost, but have now added an outside gaming area with slots and video poker where people can smoke. I don't even smoke, but go out there occasionally because it's fun and different to gamble outside.

Speaking of casinos, I have $40 in slot play I'm using when I get off work today. That's at a riverboat casino in Jefferson Parish. Where people can smoke. And boy do they. I'm not even sensitive to smoke, but it is bad there because of the poor circulation and smaller areas. And, I swear, I seem to always be playing next to the people who never give it a rest. Like light their next cigarette with the one they are just finishing smoking. Gross.

Then it's off to Sam's Club because I'm almost out of Monster Ultra Sunrise, then to Walmart for more groceries.

We have friends from MS coming in tomorrow and are looking forward to that. (Note to self: clean up patio and patio furniture, put many beers/beverages in fridge). Last time they were here, they'd mentioned they'd never tried Middle Eastern food, but were curious. We're planning to introduce them to one of our favorite places.

sparklepants41 · March 2017

@kimmiinthemitten I'm so sorry for your loss. Hugs for you and Mr. In The Mitten.

Today has been so productive. Got to the office at 7:30 and got a bunch of stuff done before an all-hands meeting, for which breakfast was provided by a vendor who sponsored a food truck - woohoo! I may actually be able to get a draft of one of my deadlines out ahead of schedule today! Double woohoo!

This weekend I am doing more prep work so we can start preparing the nursery in the next couple of weeks. My shower is the first weekend in May, so I want to make sure the nursery is as ready as possible by then.

Last night when H got home from work the crazy strong winds we had yesterday had completely destroyed a 40' section of our fence. The previous homeowners had installed the fence only 3 years ago. But upon close inspection it appears that the fence wasn't properly installed at all. Luckily we have the paperwork from the previous owners (thank God for architects who save everything lol), so I am going to call the fence company to see what their warranty is on their work. Keep your fingers crossed for me everyone!

thefanciestbeckler · March 2017

kimmiinthemitten said:

Thanks everyone! I only met him once, the weekend we got engaged actually. We were only about 45 minutes away from him so we drove up for breakfast. He had Alzheimers and we caught him on a good day, so I know H was happy. I feel the worst for MIL. She's so stubborn and made up excuse after excuse to not visit him and H warned her she'd regret that. I don't even know the last time she saw him (it's been at least 4 years). We're having brunch with everyone Sunday. I'm hoping by then we'll know if GF's wife is having a service or if the family here in Michigan will plan one independently. It's so sad how money can tear apart a family.

I was so amazed when I met now H that he had 3 living grandparents; I lost 3 before I was 11 and then the last one in my twenties.

I really, really feel for her on this. DH's dad has Alzheimer's and DH really can hardly bring himself to go see him anymore. It's hard to see a loved one become a shell of a person. We used to spend all weekend with FIL every weekend when he was in the early stages. We'd take him hiking and on long drives, etc. But the worse he's gotten the harder it's been to see him. We went on Christmas Eve and that was the first time DH had seen him in probably 6 months to a year. It's such a cruel disease. I hope the family is able to come to some kind of peaceful resolution.

Heffalump · March 2017

@kimmiinthemitten, I'm sorry to hear about Mr. Mitten's grandfather.

MissKittyDanger · March 2017

kimmiinthemitten said:

Thanks everyone! I only met him once, the weekend we got engaged actually. We were only about 45 minutes away from him so we drove up for breakfast. He had Alzheimers and we caught him on a good day, so I know H was happy. I feel the worst for MIL. She's so stubborn and made up excuse after excuse to not visit him and H warned her she'd regret that. I don't even know the last time she saw him (it's been at least 4 years). We're having brunch with everyone Sunday. I'm hoping by then we'll know if GF's wife is having a service or if the family here in Michigan will plan one independently. It's so sad how money can tear apart a family.

I was so amazed when I met now H that he had 3 living grandparents; I lost 3 before I was 11 and then the last one in my twenties.

Poor MIL

Worst part is she could have seen him the week before and she'd feel regret. It's never easy

And it's amazing what family does when there's a death. Two of my mum's brothers haven't spoke in 12yrs over a car {well that's how it started ....}

VarunaTT · March 2017

I'm going to a whiskey tasting party for a short amount of time tonight. I have friends coming in from DC tomorrow that I'M SO EXCITE to see and will probably go out with them for a short time.

The rest of it is finishing costumes. Rhinestones and glitter are all over our apartment, it's ridiculous.

short+sassy · March 2017

Quick work vent. Fridays are my half day but, ironically, my busiest day.

Unfortunately lately, I spend many days twiddling my thumbs. But never Fridays. So WHY is it ALWAYS on a Friday that the big boss feels the need to have various discussions with me about tweaks for "this" report. How is "that" task going, etc. Argh! Talk to me any other day of the week, but leave me alone on Friday, lol.

In fact, I've learned to send out two of my weekly reports RIGHT before I'm leaving. Just in case they trigger a question or something he wants to change, lol.

PMeg819 · March 2017

Howdy sluts. Long time no chat. I'm supposed to be working on a gazillion reports and finishing up after this week, but I am burnt out after last week. I need to go pick up DS at noon because they have a half day, then I have a meeting at the school for the spring festival that I have to attend. I got roped into leading the decoration/set-up committee.

This weekend is who knows what. DD has dance on Saturday and I desperately need to clean my house. Fun times!

levioosa · March 2017

@kimmiinthemitten I'm so sorry for your loss.

Today I'm trying to work up the nerve to go talk to a manager and give my resume out. I think the unit is done hiring so it probably will be pointless, but I'm really desperate for a job. I'm also changing my resume around to see if that helps.

This weekend I am going on a hike with SO's sister and probably going out to celebrate my b-day. I feel kind of down, but that might be the period hormones talking.

PMeg819 · March 2017

Dammit, typing on my iPad and it keeps screwing up. @kimmiinthemitten, sleepy for your loss. Alzheimer's is hell....my great grandpa had it and was horrible watching him fade like that.

NOLABridesmaid · March 2017

Hi Meg. Good to see you.

MissKittyDanger · March 2017

@*Barbie* Glittery VANs! Thought of you

http://www.refinery29.com/2017/03/143414/opening-ceremony-vans-glitter-old-skool-sneakers

Heffalump · March 2017

@PMeg819 !

OurWildKingdom · March 2017

@kimmiinthemitten, so sorry for your loss.

Housemate promised to make curry for dinner tonight, so I'm psyched about that (she's a great cook). Then our Friday night meeting.

Tomorrow we're looking at more apartments for FMIL. After that, some downtime before I meet with my sponsor.

Sunday, we're going to church (you read that right, this secular humanist is going to church) to support a chaplaincy student whom FW knows; she's going to preach that day. Then my drum circle in the afternoon.

I also plan to tackle the laundry pile and fit in some naps.

ETA: Also need to fill out my mentor application, and I have plans to go to a 70s-80s dance tomorrow night with a friend. I'm going to try to convince FW to go.

pegasuskat · March 2017

I spent all day yesterday traveling with youngest DD to Atlanta for a job interview. I'm a nervous wreck that she is going to get the job and live 4 hours away from us, she knows nobody there. She will be fine and it would be her dream job (advertising for a video game co) but I'll never sleep worrying about her alone in an apartment. She has never lived alone, home, then college roommates and for the last year her boyfriend. He has another year of school after this one so probably not moving with her anytime soon.

GBCK · March 2017

I"m sorry Kitten. It's never easy. ANd I still carry doubt about how much time I spent and idn't spent w/ gram when she ceased to recognize me. Because it was super hard to go there and see her, but super hard not to.

I had the discussion w/ the Mr. about being totes resigned to not getting this museum gig...they were supposed to call me on Monday if I got it.
I *JUST*, right this minute, got the "hey, thanks for your patience, let you know next week" email. ARGH. I hope if it's not good they don't offer it to me, because they are the only game in town, I will take it.
I have to decide about spring break plane tickets in the next 48 hours. Because I don't have childcare options for that week otherwise. ANd we already had to bid on the Mr's schedule for the next few months--assuming I didn't have it.

The daddy-daughter dance at the school is tonight--Daddy is working and both grandpa's are out of town, so the mommy-daughter dance is at the school tonight. I should probably shave so I can find something to wear in my closet

I proised to clean a kitchen which is totally not clean.

ILoveBeachMusic · March 2017

@kimmiinthemitten so sorry for your family's loss. Alzheimer's is awful. My Dad had it. I can understand your MIL though - not wanting to see her Dad like that. There are times I wish the last picture in my head of my Dad wasn't of him so thin and unconscious. Death can certainly bring out the worst in people. I hope the family can come to peaceful decisions.

I've been shopping for refrigerators today. Ours is 18 years old so it is only a matter of time. I've been looking at LG and Samsung french door with freezer drawers. Any recs?

Tomorrow I have a cycle-thon at our Y. It is a fundraiser. I'm cycling for 2.5 hours. Tomorrow night some co-workers of H are coming for dinner. I told him he was going to be mostly responsible for the food. I'm not going to have the energy or time to be cooking all afternoon.

MissKittyDanger · March 2017

M has another interview!

They literally called him within the hour of him sending a resume.

I'm so glad, I think this is helping his confidence

Side question, anyone have tips I can do to help boost his confidence? I'm having a hard time because he's normally such a confident person

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