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Say Anything Wednesday
So, this morning, I kind of flipped out on Bill. After finding a knife on the edge of the counter, it was the last straw. If we had a child, I shutter to think about it but it could have even hurt the cats. One of them could have knocked it off and hurt the other one (if one is in the kitchen, then they're both in the kitchen, following each other around to see if something can be found). Then, it's the dryer being left open, the argument about the cat box and, finally, not getting up. He says that he'll get up if there's a crying kiddo but he can't even get up after ten alarms (I kid you not--the alarm this past weekend went off ten times over two hours). I'm going to chalk some of this up to AF who is supposed to be coming soon, but I worry that some of these habits are just going to be too hard to break. Ugh. I now walk around our house, wondering what's going to be a black mark against us when the home study people eventually come.
Re: Say Anything Wednesday
I have this same issue of putting things back with DH. I think the knife thing is something you would be concerned about, but is this a first time thing? It's not about being the perfect parent but more about a loving one. I have heard that even heavy sleepers are able to wake up to a crying baby. My old roommate is actually a perfect example of it.
We went to White mass last night and it threw off our routine so I got to bed later then I normally do. I'm dead today. I can't afford to be dead so bring on the coffee.
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I have been kind of MIA the last few days but I have been reading and Julie I hope everything goes smoothly with the adoption.
This morning we had health screening at work that you can do to reduce your insurance premiums. I dont like having my blood taken in any way shape or form. They ended up having to stick me FOUR times and still the results came back inconclusive. I will get credit for participating but I didnt get the blood sugar or cholesterol results which bums me out since I had to fast and get robbed of my blood multiple times.
Traffic was so bad this morning! It made me twenty minutes late for work. Not a good start to the day :-/
Julie- I am sure you guys will do great when it comes time to adopt. My DH doesn't pay attention to things but is super hypervigilant about his seven year old and always wakes up if he so much as moves even. I think Bill will be able to get used to waking up for that! :-)
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Cosmo (my dog) is sick.
I am one sleepy dog Mom these last two days. He is as happy as a lark all day long, but something keeps happening at night where he tosses/turns/whimpers/cries and then goes to drink a LOT of water every few hours...then goes out. After that he settles down for a few more hours.
I guess a trip to the vet is in order.
I was worried about the same things with Mack. We started dating when Jack was a year old, but I was seriously concerned that his lax attitude about safety and such would continue with an infant in the house. But he is 100% dedicated to being the best father he can be. He's hyper-vigilant about safety, and always gets up with Dorothy. I even sleep through her waking up in the morning now, but Mack doesn't.
This is not to say that there might not be things you fight about, or stuff you have to learn as you go... parenting is a process. But I promise, lots will change when you actually have a baby in your car.
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This is political - but I want to know what thoughts you all have on Herman Cain? What do you think of the 9-9-9 plan? I think, in theory, it sounds like a good plan, but that's how they're supposed to sell it. I also think that he is very relatable and appeals to a large audience, and he is clearly a smart business man, but does all of that add up to a good president?
Not trying to start a debate... just really want to see what others think.
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I haven't had a chance to read about 9/9/9 but my husband and my brother both like him. A lot.
I haven't watched the debates so I have no opinion on the man himself at this point, but I just read about the plan on his website.
Plan = Not even remotely feasible in my opinion. While it has some reasonable points, I tend to disagree with the #1 Economic Guiding Principle it is formed from. Both consumption and investment (both business and government) are critical to driving the economy. Not just one or the other.
I like him. He seems very level-headed. I'm not a Rick Perry fan in the least. I'm a bit more moderate than what's being presented by either party right now... Socially progressive, fiscally conservative. So I just kind of have to go with the least-radical candidate. Cain seems like the guy right now.
Bobbieleigh - That is awful -- I absolutely hate getting my blood taken. I'll go to extreme measures to avoid it. Don't mind needles or getting shots - but there's something about blood being drawn. Ugh. Making me shudder just thinking about it.
One thing I've been told is that when you're anxious about it, your veins contract and it makes it harder for them to find a good spot. Not like it really helps knowing that and you'll magically be able to relax next time.
Tiffany - How do you think that the 9-9-9 plan would take that away?
Chelsea - That's how I feel too. I can't relate to, or get on board with ANY candidate 100%, and I think that's pretty normal, but he is the one that I like the best so far and think that his experience in the "real world" and because he hasn't led a whole life in politics, he could be just what we need. I don't know, but I'm anxious to see how it all plays out.
ETA: I think we're all in deep $()&@# if makes it to the Oval Office.
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I think that he has some interesting ideas - but things always seem ok on paper. I just question what will happen when he wants to put all of these proposals into place, but has to contend with Congress.
That's the most frustrating part of all of it - I feel like all of the candidates are selling themselves to the public on these big dreams and ideas - but reality is that the majority of what they say they're going to do, they won't do. Not necessarily through fault of their own, but because the problem is that there are Congressmen/women who need to buy into it.
He is appealing as a person, but I am not convinced that he is "President" material.
PS I LOVE GODFATHER'S PIZZA!!! He gets an extra bonus point.
I pretty much totally agree - lol. I think that he is appealing as well, but I agree with your comment.
And the whole "balance of power" which to me means "let's just keep doing what we've always done and not let anyone override that" is annoying. I understand that basics and the concept of checks and balances, but it seems like nothing is ever accomplished.
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I only have a minute and I couldn't find who asked, so.....
He does it a lot. He leaves lots of things close to the counter, toiletries, medicines (and I've already told you how he doesn't close bottles very well). I have found pills (of the allergy sort) on the ground and have picked them up before Sally has had a chance to eat them. If I felt closer to his mother, I would call her and ask if she always had to follow him around doing this, because then, maybe, I could be a little more agreeable.
Am I a bad teacher for telling my kids they could listen to their iPods today just so they would be quiet? Am I a bad teacher for wanting to tell each subsequent class the same thing?
Brianna - It is not so much that his plan doesn't have merit.....it is that he is selling this thing to American's based on a principle that sounds good...but isn't true. I don't care for that.
I'm getting this from his website "Basic Economic Guiding Principals" #1. http://www.hermancain.com/999plan
NO!
There are so many studies that show how memory and learning improve when a young person is able to listen to music while reading. Regardless of the kind of music. It helps them focus on what they're reading. I think you're a great teacher!
The 9-9-9 plan seems like the same type of plans they have had for years. After these past elections I have to wonder about the plans which are proposed in the primaries. Most of the plans become distorted and convoluted by the time or soon after the candidate take office. While I think he's a better candidate then anyone else they have currently working off a plan doesn't move me either way anymore.
EDIT: Realized kate said pretty much the same thing and phrased it better.
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I was in bed before 9:30 last night. I actually feel awake today! I'm loving it!
The cool weather is making it hard to get out of the warm bed in the morning but I'm loving it!
Rangers play tonight! So excited to see them playing in the World Series again!
A family friend that has been battling breast cancer passed away yesterday. She fought long and hard. Her husband did my step dad's eulogy last year and we were worried about asking him because of how she was doing but she held on longer than expected. She was in her early 50's. T&Ps for her family if y'all could.
I'm back at work, and it's freezing here today. I'm wearing a thick sweater, and curled up in my chair, and I'm still cold!
We have a celebratory lunch today that our deadline went smoothly. It was supposed to be yesterday but they rescheduled it since I was out sick. Yay!
I get to leave early today, but it's for a doctor's appointment. I hate going to the lady-doctor
On a happy note though, I'm going to talk to her about things to think about before we TTC, which will hopefully be after the first of the year. Is it bad that I haven't mentioned this to DH yet?
ETA: I'm reading about the 9-9-9 plan now, but I have heard claims that he got the idea from SimCity. No idea if that's true, because I've never played it, but it's a comical concept to me.
Sorry for your loss and that family's loss. Prayers to them and you!
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I forgot if I heard this in one of my PoliSci classes or if I read it in one of our books, but, according to this source, the most productive government occurs during a Republican presidency with a Democratic congress.
I feel like our country has been at a stand still for the past bit. I didn't vote in the last election because I didn't like either candidate. I'm worried that I won't like either candidate when the time comes in a year.
After seeing Romney and Perry last night on the news at a recent debate, I have no stomach for either of them.
About the 9-9-9 plan... I think I'd be out of a job, because it sound simple enough that large corporations wouldn't need entire tax departments anymore. Although, I do think that the current tax system is jacked up (that's my professional opinion, thankyouverymuch).
We've talked about kids, but we haven't talked about definite timelines... but, he is not a planner. It stresses him out, and he really prefers for me to just make decisions (because I'm pretty good at predicting what he'll be okay with). So, my plan is that once he gets a job after school, and it seems to be going well, I'm just going to be like, Hey, now's a good time for a baby, right?? I think it'll go over well. He can tell I've been thinking about babies more, and he's always known I'd be ready sooner & be the one to kind of push for a baby, so I think he's expecting it. But, I know that if I bring it up way earlier than we're actually going to try, he'll just worry and talk himself out of it.
*peeks in*
*sees political talk*
*runs out*
I'll just leave you with my SA which is I bought my first Christmas present yesterday.
With All the Trimmings
Just do it!
I have similar worries about kids Julie, which is why I don't want to start any time soon. DH wants to start Jan.1 but I'm too selfish right now and honestly I feel that all the responsibility would fall to me and I'm just not at that point right now to take it on. So because he thinks it is so easy, I offer up his services for babysitting when I can, lol.
I'm not thrilled with what I am wearing today and I even changed the whole outfit before I left the house. I hardly ever change clothes.
T&P's Dana.
My head is practically in the sand regarding politics right now.
I am in a similar situation, Angie. I'm getting my IUD taken out in two weeks, and after I give my body a chance to get back in the groove...it will be GO TIME!!
I don't give DH all of the details because I know he'll start stressing out about it. OK, and I admit that I would stress out too. It's exciting but gives me anxiety too.
Sounds like 2012 is going to be exciting for quite a few DFW Nesties!!
Heehee, me too!
I have a bit of a confession... I've been daydreaming a lot lately about opening a coffee shop. Something similar to Banter in Denton, where people can hang out, have live music, etc. and where I can sell sandwiches, soups, baked goods. It's definitely unrealistic right now, as I know nothing about business and would definitely not be able to get a loan, but maybe someday.