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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Jan 11, 2019 20:04:34 GMT
When I had Aetna, it seemed like they denied everything the first time.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Jan 10, 2019 18:29:30 GMT
Pick what works for you, BUT make sure your child's closest friend can come before you send out invites. That way, even if no one else is able to show up, the birthday child will be happy (or, at least, my DD would have been).
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Jan 8, 2019 20:36:01 GMT
I would want a green vegetable - maybe sauteed green beans. Most kids I know eat potatoes though - I've done potato "bars" for both high school and college ages.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Jan 8, 2019 19:53:57 GMT
I think, like with most thing in life, you need to strike a balance. When DD was little, I shared anything I wanted to share. I still feel free to share "public-level" stuff - performances, for instance. Now that she is a teen, there are things that I consider HERS to share, if and when she chooses. I know someone who posts about who her DD is dating - nope, won't see that from me - no one needs to be that involved in a teen's dating life.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Jan 8, 2019 19:14:38 GMT
I think of an alcoholic as someone who can't stop. Several people have said anyone who drinks every day, but I know several people who have a glass of wine or scotch each night, who I definitely wouldn't consider alcoholics. They can and do skip days; they just enjoy a drink in the evening and don't get out of hand.
I don't have a problem with developing a longer route to stop and do things that the traveling parties really enjoy, but this doesn't sound like something the whole party would enjoy, and if sounds like you and DH would be stuck doing all of the driving.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Jan 8, 2019 3:55:16 GMT
Well, I walked into a furniture showroom on a lark and walked out with a whole bedroom set. I’m quite happy with it, but I really only tried the beds in one store. I would get your dad to think about whether he wants an adjustable mattress or whether it might be handy within the 10+ years he’ll be using the mattress.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Jan 4, 2019 20:27:25 GMT
Have you been spying on me? I've been pricing cruises 2 weeks out all week. The gloomy weather has given me the travel bug. The only thing holding me back is that I don't have anyone to go with on such short notice, and I can't talk myself into paying the premium for being a single cruiser.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Jan 4, 2019 20:24:27 GMT
I notice errors all the time, but I wouldn't dream of saying anything. As often or not, the nitpickers are trying to divert the conversation.
I do correct podcast hosts and my daughter though. Of course, the podcast hosts can't hear me.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Jan 4, 2019 17:12:53 GMT
I saw this one in New Orleans. It was a really good show. I don't know where she gets the stamina! I didn't have that much energy, even at her age, and both of the pre-show acts were good, too.
The tickets were INSANELY expensive and hard to get. You had to sign up in advance and then you were in a lottery for a time to buy tickets. Mine was a specific hour on the 4th day, and my choices were nosebleed seats or VIP seats on the floor. I never would have gone with the good seats if I wasn't traveling with a friend (and our daughters) who wanted good seats.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Jan 2, 2019 18:10:35 GMT
I thought of this thread this morning when I got my routine lab results back, and it included tests for HIV and several other sexually transmitted diseases. I definitely didn't ask, sign, or even know they were being run!
Hope all worked out well for the OP.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Jan 2, 2019 16:38:55 GMT
Not yet, but I often get the post-holiday blues in January. I would like to do something relaxing soon - I didn't take much time off this holiday season.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Jan 2, 2019 16:35:47 GMT
I definitely feel that lowish carb is the only way I can lost weight, but I'm not willing to go full keto. My official plan is under 120 net carbs a day and at least 79 grams of protein a day, but I usually come in closer to 70 net carbs. I have lost 65 pounds since April 30, so that range seems to be working well for me. I'm struggling with the protein though - I really need to be more careful about getting in enough.
I don't miss bread at all; I am perfectly happy substituting a low carb wrap if I am in a sandwich situation. I don't really miss sweets either, though at the level I am eating, I can eat a Hershey with Almonds if I am craving chocolate. Pasta is the hardest because I cooked so many pasta dishes before, and DD is really missing spaghetti. I'll make it with zucchini noodles for me and real pasta for her sometimes, but it isn't the same.
There has been a big change in the number of low-carb options in local grocery stores. I can get my preferred protein bars (Quest), pizza with chicken crust, and tons of cauliflower or zucchini "rice," noodles, or "mashed potatoes" now without ordering them.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Jan 2, 2019 16:07:00 GMT
I also like vacations that are more "doing" than "relaxing." In the past few years, we've been to Europe (that was a big major one - planned 2 years in advance), Orlando, DC, Williamsburg, NYC, LA, Chicago, New Orleans, and Atlanta, each time with an agenda for what we wanted to do that trip. Most were planned around a specific activity - a theme park, specific shows we wanted to see, etc.
For finding deals, I compare prices and good bit before booking, and I always check the hotel's website. I book directly so that I have control over my booking unless someone else is offering a better deal. I also check both my preferred airline and the discount ones, and I check flights from my local airport and a few others within driving distance.
I also look at the deals for hotels on Priceline and Hotwire, searching for specific neighborhoods and the highest * rating I can get for the money I want to spend. With their "mystery" deals, there are websites that can help you figure out the hotel (not with 100% accuracy, but close enough for me), so you don't have to go in completely blind.
I love the planning aspect of vacations, and I put a lot of time into getting the best prices and deals. I know that isn't for everyone, but it really extends the vacation for me.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Jan 1, 2019 4:27:53 GMT
They normally go to the orderer, but as often as not, they go into the fridge until I realize I’ve left them too long!
ETA: Sometimes, I bring DD half my meal for her dinner, so as long as we agree, we’re good!
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Jan 1, 2019 4:08:15 GMT
Tea and Sprite Zero, but I’m thinking about popping the cork on LAST YEAR’s champagne.
DD has a friend spending the night, and I’m watching movies with a hoard of animals who have been jumpy since 6:00 when the fireworks started outside.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Dec 27, 2018 21:46:38 GMT
Mine tells me the weather every morning. It also turns my bedside lamps on and off. I set a timer when I start bath water so that I don't forget. I sometimes "drop in" (intercom) on other dots in the house.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Dec 26, 2018 21:49:29 GMT
This happens all the time, but I always feel like I am being a little paranoid. On Monday, we picked up some stocking stuffers in Target. DD came across Poopouri and thought it was hilarious. Guess what was in my Facebook ads a few hours later.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Dec 26, 2018 2:18:09 GMT
Here are mine ON Christmas, exhausted from playing for 4 days straight and ousted from their normal car space by DD’s Christmas present. Bella fell asleep on top of Gingersnap.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Dec 25, 2018 2:19:33 GMT
My guys wouldn’t think about dressing up, but they love the tree!
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Dec 23, 2018 20:20:27 GMT
When I was in that position, I gave exH a list of shared expenses each month and divided them all in half. He then gave me his half, and I pad the bills.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Dec 20, 2018 20:04:04 GMT
I think we're having steak. At the table at work this morning, one person is making gumbo and another is doing shrimp and grits.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Dec 20, 2018 5:04:06 GMT
was anyone able to ID the other 2 returning players? I remember Aubry, and am very excited fro the return of Joe and his man bun, but couldn't get a good look at the other 2 in the boat. A blond girl and a bald or shaved head guy. David Wright and Kelley Wentworth. I’m not a fan of combined previous and new players, especially when it is a 3rd time for three of them, though I do like watching all four of the returners. I’m very happy with a Nick win.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Dec 19, 2018 21:17:38 GMT
I would definitely have to say something about that! The packages aren't safe from the elements, and they are too visible to would-be package thieves. Plus, it is a big red flag that you haven't been home since the mail was delivered.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Dec 19, 2018 16:46:57 GMT
OK, I have questions: I'm Jewish so I'm not up on all the Christmas giving customs. DS's GF is someone he dated through most of HS. They decided to break up when they went off to different colleges in the fall. They are now back together. We have never given her Christmas presents. Last year, our families exchanged cookie trays, but only DS and she have exchanged presents over the years. So from reading this thread, it would appear we have been remiss. I have nothing against getting her something; I like her and I like she makes DS happy. But my concern is that I know she and her family struggle financially and I don't want to make her feel obligated to reciprocate. Do your kids' SOs also give you a present? Anyway, thanks for some of the ideas on this thread.
I don't think you are obligated at all. I would only give a gift to a child's GF/BF if they were going to be at my house while we were opening presents on Christmas morning or maybe if I thought it was super-serious. I would help my kiddo find something appropriate to give if she needed help.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Dec 18, 2018 21:33:28 GMT
I don't remember any forbidden TV shows. I do remember not being allowed to see Fire Starter in the theater (and I recognize now that my mom probably just didn't want to have to go see it herself!).
When DD was little, I forbid Spongebob Squarepants because he was annoying, and I didn't want her picking up the occasional name calling and bathroom humor. I also edited Junie B. Jones when I read those books to her.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Dec 18, 2018 20:38:15 GMT
The tree and house are decorated, gifts are all bought, and most gifts are wrapped and under the tree (one came yesterday, one came today, and one is coming Thursday). I don't need to do any baking or cooking, but I have a list of things to do before we go to my folk's house.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Dec 18, 2018 19:42:06 GMT
I'm pretty sure my cake decorator included the groom's cake in the price of the cake. The photographer told exH and his best man that the tradition was for them to feed each other the groom's cake, and they went for it (though they really just tossed the cake at each other).
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Dec 17, 2018 23:13:24 GMT
I made a chocolate version this year. It had chocolate Chex, 2 other Chexes, chocolate covered nuts, M&M's, and cashews. I kind of just dumped in whatever looks good while I was shopping, so there was probably some other random stuff in it. I only had a nibble, but it was gobbled up at a party and at work.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Dec 17, 2018 22:32:49 GMT
I hear you. It is important to me that my partner care enough to go to the store (ahead of time!), choose a gift (ahead of time!), wrap it, and give it to me. After sharing a life with someone for 16 years who just didn't care about giving gifts to others (though he loved receiving gifts), this would be a deal breaker for me in a future relationship. I don't care if that makes me seem shallow; it isn't about the gift - it is a visual reminder that someone cared enough to take the time to select and give a gift.
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Post by JustCallMeMommy on Dec 17, 2018 21:01:10 GMT
I usually don't get anyone really big Christmas presents unless someone will need something big in the coming year. Sometimes, I'll give that for Christmas. This is one of those years - DD is getting a new French horn. I suspect she thinks she is getting one, but I have been harping on how much they cost and telling her not to get her hopes up. It is already wrapped and under the tree, but I told her that I had bought one of the big Harry Potter Lego sets for myself as a gift. She seemed to accept that explanation without question...which probably means she didn't buy it at all! I hope I get the shocked face when she opens it!
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