Confessions of a 20-something mother

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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Gravity Defier » Mon Sep 10, 2012 9:25 pm

*double post* (How many of those can I have before being dubbed a post whore?)

I have an overdue fee at the library back home. This has never, ever happened to me before and I feel quite ashamed. Although I'm 99% sure I turned that book in and it's the library's error...though that is somewhat difficult to figure out given that I'm 3000 miles away...

The frustrating this about this: I can't check out any more ebooks until it's resolved!
Yay for small, friendly libraries! I called them today and the lovely librarian went to see if it had been shelved without being checked in. One two-minute phone call and my fines are gone!

Yay! Most libraries are really good about stuff like that. :)
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby steph » Tue Sep 11, 2012 8:00 pm

I think I'm terrible at my job and I can't believe anyone ever thought that I could do this. These kids might as well have no mother at all for all the good I do them.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby starlooker » Tue Sep 11, 2012 8:44 pm

*hugs*

Every thing you said to Ali is true for you, too.

Thinking of you, dear. I know you are a good Mom, and I hope whatever has you so discouraged changes soon.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Gravity Defier » Tue Sep 11, 2012 8:47 pm

*hugs*

Every thing you said to Ali is true for you, too.

Thinking of you, dear. I know you are a good Mom, and I hope whatever has you so discouraged changes soon.
Exactly what she said. *hugs* Love you!
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Eaquae Legit » Wed Sep 12, 2012 7:10 am

Solidarity, Steph! :limeaid:
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby steph » Wed Sep 12, 2012 8:31 am

Major breakdown day over. Here's to a (hopefully) better day?
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Eaquae Legit » Thu Sep 13, 2012 5:41 am

*big hug* Hope things are doing better now.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby starlooker » Sat Sep 15, 2012 11:32 am

I think I maybe went to the bank without pants today.

Not naked or anything! No, no. Just, by the chart Jan posted that time, I'm not sure they qualified as pants. Furthermore, they were MATERNITY non-pants, with the waistband pulled tight by a hairband sticking out oh-so-attractively to one side. To complete the outfit, I had on an old, slightly-too-small t-shirt over one of those stupid, unflattering nursing bras with the outline that shows. Also, my half-brushed hair was still wet.

I was in a hurry though, and figured, "I can use the drive-thru and no one will see me. No big deal." Only to discover that my bank has whimsically decided not to have drive-thru on Saturdays anymore.

Really, it's their own fault they had to see me.

Fortunately, I always dress Atty up when we go out. He provided some cover/distraction. Babies -the ultimate accessory.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby VelvetElvis » Sat Sep 15, 2012 12:17 pm

Just pretend you were coming from the gym.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Gravity Defier » Sun Sep 16, 2012 11:31 am

I felt just the littlest bit bad that I didn't make a donation or buy some popcorn from the Boy Scouts outside the Jewel-Osco this morning but I also didn't think it was right to give money to a homophobic organization. Which is too bad since I think they otherwise serve a good purpose for boys.

(Are Girl Scouts run by the same folks or are they likewise anti-gay scout leaders? If so, I'm really going to hate not getting any more thin mints but I can always get my dessert jollies off elsewhere.)
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby starlooker » Sun Sep 16, 2012 11:42 am

Nope. They're completely different organizations. Girl Scout policy has been neutral on the issue since 1991, and apparently they caught flak recently for one troop accepting a transgender child. Continue enjoying thin mints to your heart's content.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Gravity Defier » Sun Sep 16, 2012 11:49 am

:frolic:

My other favorite cookie, the Oreo, is still safe, too. No wonder I'm at such a, uh, healthy size. Oh well. It's for a good cause and I'm thinking of the children! :wink:
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Jayelle » Sun Sep 16, 2012 3:19 pm

I think I maybe went to the bank without pants today.

Not naked or anything! No, no. Just, by the chart Jan posted that time, I'm not sure they qualified as pants. Furthermore, they were MATERNITY non-pants, with the waistband pulled tight by a hairband sticking out oh-so-attractively to one side. To complete the outfit, I had on an old, slightly-too-small t-shirt over one of those stupid, unflattering nursing bras with the outline that shows. Also, my half-brushed hair was still wet.

I was in a hurry though, and figured, "I can use the drive-thru and no one will see me. No big deal." Only to discover that my bank has whimsically decided not to have drive-thru on Saturdays anymore.

Really, it's their own fault they had to see me.

Fortunately, I always dress Atty up when we go out. He provided some cover/distraction. Babies -the ultimate accessory.

Dude, I would never judge YOU on not wearing pants. I judge teenagers and 20-somethings for wearing what amounts to just tights or shorts so short they might as well not be there.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby starlooker » Sun Sep 16, 2012 3:36 pm

Oh, i'm not worried you'd judge me! It was just kind of the, "Oh, crap! I have to go in there like this - are these even actually pants?"
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Gravity Defier » Sun Sep 16, 2012 4:28 pm

I judge teenagers and 20-somethings for wearing what amounts to just tights or shorts so short they might as well not be there.
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Though I will judge older people for this, as well, even if they are less likely to do it.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Gravity Defier » Mon Sep 17, 2012 9:03 am

I told myself I wouldn't decide until I was 30 whether or not I ever want to try the having children thing.

But I've heard enough stories, here and elsewhere, over the past year that have made me think no amount of cute pictures and "...but I love my baby!"s could make it worth it. I have an appointment in two weeks with the OB/GYN. Sterilization will most likely be brought up as a discussion point.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby starlooker » Mon Sep 17, 2012 3:05 pm

Expect a s***** of pushback. I mean, a few metric tons. If you don't want the hassle of trying to find a doctor who will agree, you might want to look into an IUD. Pretty damn nearly as effective, now covered by insurance (thank you, Obamacare) and you don't much have to think about them for five to ten years depending on type. There are downsides as well, but just throwing it out there as something to think about if you have trouble finding a doc willing to perform surgery.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Gravity Defier » Wed Sep 19, 2012 9:12 am

Talking to a male friend of mine about his relationship scares the crap out of me when it comes to mine, even though no two relationships are the same. Because he is a decent person but he thinks things that I would be horrified to know took place in Brat's head.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby VelvetElvis » Wed Sep 19, 2012 5:31 pm

I'm in a pretty similar situation, Alea. My dr wouldn't give me anything other than pill or shot, so I switched providers (use nuvaring now) and will request an IUD next time.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby starlooker » Tue Sep 25, 2012 9:16 am

My feeling of competence as a mom is highly and positively correlated with the amount of sleep I get.

Not a lot, lately.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Claire » Thu Sep 27, 2012 5:11 pm

I love my friends, I love New York, I know I'm doing the right thing here. But I miss working. I don't like school anymore. And I really really miss St. Louis.

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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby human. » Thu Sep 27, 2012 10:53 pm

I've stayed up until almost 1am watching Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders: Making the Team 7.... It's not like I have linear systems homework, an English project, a program, a lab, and a million other things I could be doing to be more productive. Or even just sleeping since I have class at 8:30am. But I find it so interesting because I know a few girls who tried out this year (and didn't make it) and I could never see them doing these things.. Plus, it reminds me of Texas and I miss Texas so much.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Gravity Defier » Sun Sep 30, 2012 11:07 pm

I don't know how I say the word "route." It's not a common usage word for me, so whenever it comes up, I have to think about how I want to pronounce it that time and I'm not sure I'm consistent about it. "Root" sounds better sometimes and "route" sounds better sometimes, depending on the context in which I'm wanting to use it.

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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Petra456 » Tue Oct 09, 2012 9:56 pm

I've never tried ginger ale.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby GS » Tue Oct 09, 2012 10:00 pm

Never? I can't say I really enjoy it because it just reminds me of all the times I've drank it when sick. But I still do drink when I'm sick though.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Gravity Defier » Tue Oct 09, 2012 10:03 pm

As far as I'm concerned, you're not missing out. Thinking back on the time I tried it, I think of carbonated water flavors.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby VelvetElvis » Tue Oct 09, 2012 10:04 pm

It's a nice flavor, but I don't find it helps my tummy any.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Petra456 » Tue Oct 09, 2012 10:14 pm

I always drink Sprite when i'm sick. I don't think my parents liked ginger ale so I never even knew it was a drink until my teenage years.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Gravity Defier » Tue Oct 09, 2012 10:17 pm

I always drink Sprite when i'm sick.
Me, too (when I'm obviously sick as opposed to this half-assed stuff of the past week)!
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby elfprince13 » Tue Oct 09, 2012 10:55 pm

I love real spicy gingery ale. Canada Dry is nice when sick though! Or for making punch with rainbow sherbet :D
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby starlooker » Wed Oct 10, 2012 8:50 am

Whenever I watch something Whedon, within 24 hours I find myself singing the Fruity-Oaty bar song.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Jayelle » Wed Oct 10, 2012 9:13 am

Whenever I watch something Whedon, within 24 hours I find myself singing the Fruity-Oaty bar song.
Damn you. Now I'll be singing that all day.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby starlooker » Wed Oct 10, 2012 9:19 am

:twisted:
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Syphon the Sun » Wed Oct 10, 2012 2:03 pm

Fruity Oaty Bars make a man out of a mouse. Fruity Oaty Bars make you bust out of your blouse.
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Re: Confessions of a 20-something mother

Postby Gravity Defier » Wed Oct 10, 2012 9:19 pm

I have what my family lovingly calls Hobbitses feet.

No, not little-people feet. Hairy feet. On my toes and on the top of my foot itself. Not massive, werewolf amounts but just enough and of course dark enough to be seen if I don't shave them.

I have avoided being barefoot around others since I first became aware I was weird because of it. That was 4th grade.


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