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Post by AussieMeg on Jun 22, 2022 0:19:41 GMT
Outside of a small Diet Coke in the morning, I have given up drinking Diet Coke. I used to switch to caffeine free Diet Coke for the rest of the day. I know it was horrible for me, but I had such an attachment to it. Drinking water with pizza last week was a huge bummer, but I am proud of this. It doesn’t seem like a big deal, but trust. It’s the hugest of big deals in my life! Well done to you, woohoo!! You know, I have never been able to understand people's addiction to Diet Coke. I don't drink a lot of fizzy drinks, and would struggle to get through a whole can of anything fizzy. I admit that I used to be a bit....... not so much judgey..... maybe dismissive?..... of people who were addicted to Diet Coke. Then one day it dawned on me that their Diet Coke addiction is no different to my coffee addiction. I absolutely must have two cups of coffee in the morning, and then another in the afternoon and another at night (more on the weekend). I'm sure there are plenty of people who don't understand other people being addicted to coffee. And having said that, it's nearly 10:30am, so it's time for coffee #2!  |
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Post by luckyjune on Jun 22, 2022 0:20:10 GMT
I'll brag on my kids!
DD (27) has a degree in biology and graduated from college 4 years ago. She started working at a biotech, they got bought out, and she wasn't thrilled with the direction the company was going. So, she moved on, got another job about a year ago, and was just promoted to lab supervisor. She loves her work, works well with people and is a great teacher. So proud of her!
DS (27) has an art degree. After working in a custom woodworking shop for a little less than a year, he got hired on as a glass blower at a start-up. This made me nervous (the start-up part) and sure enough, it folded and everyone was stiffed out of a month's salary. He got hired on at Glassy Baby and continues to work there. He also works a few days a week at the Chihuly museum in the portable hot shop. Glass is his thing and I'm thrilled he's working in his preferred medium!
DS (25) is a shift lead at his major aviation production company job. He's been asked to begin working toward management, but he's not sure he's ready for that. He's a pretty cautious kid and weighs his decisions carefully. I have no doubt that when he's ready, he'll begin that path. He's rock solid and as steady as they come!
Two out of three kids own their own homes. They are all self-sufficient, productive, and happy. And that's all I ever wanted for them!
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Post by jeremysgirl on Jun 22, 2022 0:26:34 GMT
I must brag on my great nephew. I think his parents have reared a child that is full of kindness and his parents (my nephew and wife) have done a remarkable job. Great nephew is named O. He graduated last week from a HS in Virginia. He was awarded a $1,000 scholarship at the graduation ceremony. After graduation, as soon as he met up with his parents, he said, "Mom and Dad, you don't have to say yes or no right now. I want to give my scholarship to XZY. I know we are not rich, but XYZ has to do all of college on her own, her parents can't help her. It will mean more to XYZ to have it than for me." --Needless to say, his parents said yes and the school approved O transferring the scholarship to XYZ. They are not romantically involved, she has just been in several of his classes over the years. I thought it was a remarkable kindness on his part, and that $1,000 will do more for XYZ than he knows.
My sister, his grandmother, told me about this. She was there for the graduation.
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Post by peabay on Jun 22, 2022 1:25:17 GMT
I must brag on my great nephew. I think his parents have reared a child that is full of kindness and his parents (my nephew and wife) have done a remarkable job. Great nephew is named O. He graduated last week from a HS in Virginia. He was awarded a $1,000 scholarship at the graduation ceremony. After graduation, as soon as he met up with his parents, he said, "Mom and Dad, you don't have to say yes or no right now. I want to give my scholarship to XZY. I know we are not rich, but XYZ has to do all of college on her own, her parents can't help her. It will mean more to XYZ to have it than for me." --Needless to say, his parents said yes and the school approved O transferring the scholarship to XYZ. They are not romantically involved, she has just been in several of his classes over the years. I thought it was a remarkable kindness on his part, and that $1,000 will do more for XYZ than he knows.
My sister, his grandmother, told me about this. She was there for the graduation.
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Post by J u l e e on Jun 22, 2022 1:30:22 GMT
Outside of a small Diet Coke in the morning, I have given up drinking Diet Coke. I used to switch to caffeine free Diet Coke for the rest of the day. I know it was horrible for me, but I had such an attachment to it. Drinking water with pizza last week was a huge bummer, but I am proud of this. It doesn’t seem like a big deal, but trust. It’s the hugest of big deals in my life! Well done to you, woohoo!! You know, I have never been able to understand people's addiction to Diet Coke. I don't drink a lot of fizzy drinks, and would struggle to get through a whole can of anything fizzy. I admit that I used to be a bit....... not so much judgey..... maybe dismissive?..... of people who were addicted to Diet Coke. Then one day it dawned on me that their Diet Coke addiction is no different to my coffee addiction. I absolutely must have two cups of coffee in the morning, and then another in the afternoon and another at night (more on the weekend). I'm sure there are plenty of people who don't understand other people being addicted to coffee. And having said that, it's nearly 10:30am, so it's time for coffee #2!  Thank you! Exactly the same. I have never had more than one sip of coffee and can’t imagine drinking a single drop more. But Diet Coke! OMG! I was told it was equal to kicking a cocaine habit. I’ve not had a cocaine habit  so that sounds extreme, but the emotional attachment is real! |
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Post by peasapie on Jun 22, 2022 1:31:22 GMT
No brags, just super happy for you!
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Post by luvnlifelady on Jun 22, 2022 1:41:10 GMT
My 25 yo DD is getting ready to student reach in the fall and had a teacher request her from where she has been substituting. She is also working on her Masters/Teaching Credential.
My 22 yo DS got an attorney to sponsor his Youtube news channel. He did all the legwork for that himself.
For me, I faced going home recently to go through my mom's stuff (she recently passed). I saw all four of my siblings, some of whom I haven't seen in 15 years (intentionally). I will probably only stay in contact with two.
It has been a whirlwind three months since my mom passed. We are getting to move to my parents' hometown (randomly). They are both gone but I hope to find a way to honor them.
Some of you know my story and it has been a long road to get to this point, but I feel like this is where I'm meant to be.
OP-congrats on the new job. It's amazing how you have the courage to push yourself despite your recent loss.
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Post by anniebeth24 on Jun 22, 2022 2:16:14 GMT
I was a SAHM for 24 years and re-entered the full-time workforce nearly 5 years ago with very little confidence that I had anything to offer, especially at a construction company.
Just found out that my boss is leaving for another firm and I am one of a handful of people he wants to take with him. I've come a long way!
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Post by gar on Jun 22, 2022 8:24:11 GMT
I was a SAHM for 24 years and re-entered the full-time workforce nearly 5 years ago with very little confidence that I had anything to offer, especially at a construction company. Just found out that my boss is leaving for another firm and I am one of a handful of people he wants to take with him. I've come a long way! Impressive! |
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Post by mikklynn on Jun 22, 2022 11:39:23 GMT
I managed to move, sell my house, and deal with all that goes with it on my own after DH passed away in February. It's been a huge undertaking, since we lived in our last house for 35 years.
I'm unpacked in 6 weeks, with gutters and window treatments ordered (well, half due to cost!), a battery backup installed on the sump pump, and 3 weeks with only my bar refrigerator (first world problem) since the compressor went out on my brand new refrigerator.
It's been incredibly hard to make every single decision without my husband.
On a lighter note - he may not have been on board with the pink flamingo decor in the guest bathroom. My granddaughter (18) is coming for 2 weeks next month and I'm pretty sure she'll love it.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Jun 22, 2022 12:05:17 GMT
Two out of three kids own their own homes. They are all self-sufficient, productive, and happy. And that's all I ever wanted for them! What a feeling of relief when our kids get to be self-sufficient, happy, productive adults. And I think it's super cool your son is a glass blower. What a very neat job to have. |
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Post by jeremysgirl on Jun 22, 2022 12:06:45 GMT
My 25 yo DD is getting ready to student reach in the fall and had a teacher request her from where she has been substituting. She is also working on her Masters/Teaching Credential. My 22 yo DS got an attorney to sponsor his Youtube news channel. He did all the legwork for that himself. For me, I faced going home recently to go through my mom's stuff (she recently passed). I saw all four of my siblings, some of whom I haven't seen in 15 years (intentionally). I will probably only stay in contact with two. It has been a whirlwind three months since my mom passed. We are getting to move to my parents' hometown (randomly). They are both gone but I hope to find a way to honor them. Some of you know my story and it has been a long road to get to this point, but I feel like this is where I'm meant to be. OP-congrats on the new job. It's amazing how you have the courage to push yourself despite your recent loss. I am so glad to hear that your kids are doing well. I know you've had some struggles and so have they so it's so good to hear that all of you are moving in a positive direction. I'm sorry for the loss of your mom. And I'm sorry for the strained relationships with your siblings. Hugs. |
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Post by jeremysgirl on Jun 22, 2022 12:08:28 GMT
I was a SAHM for 24 years and re-entered the full-time workforce nearly 5 years ago with very little confidence that I had anything to offer, especially at a construction company. Just found out that my boss is leaving for another firm and I am one of a handful of people he wants to take with him. I've come a long way! Yes! I only was a SAHM for 6 years but I remember that feeling of apprehension when I re-entered the workforce too. Just because you've been out for a while, doesn't mean you don't bring something of value to your new employer and I'm so glad your boss recognizes that. Good luck at the new firm. You got this! |
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Post by jeremysgirl on Jun 22, 2022 12:10:37 GMT
It's been incredibly hard to make every single decision without my husband. Yes, I can definitely imagine it is. Hugs. But you have totally risen to the occasion and are thriving and I am so proud of you! You have the strength to do this, I just know it. And I'm glad you are finding little joys, like your flamingo bathroom. I hope you have a great visit with your granddaughter. |
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Post by J u l e e on Jun 22, 2022 12:38:39 GMT
I managed to move, sell my house, and deal with all that goes with it on my own after DH passed away in February. It's been a huge undertaking, since we lived in our last house for 35 years. I'm unpacked in 6 weeks, with gutters and window treatments ordered (well, half due to cost!), a battery backup installed on the sump pump, and 3 weeks with only my bar refrigerator (first world problem) since the compressor went out on my brand new refrigerator. It's been incredibly hard to make every single decision without my husband. On a lighter note - he may not have been on board with the pink flamingo decor in the guest bathroom. My granddaughter (18) is coming for 2 weeks next month and I'm pretty sure she'll love it. Huge hugs to you and so much awe. You’ve moved mountains. And we’re going to need to see photos of that bathroom! |
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Post by Bobomommy on Jun 22, 2022 13:22:45 GMT
My granddaughter is 25 months old today. She can identify all the planets AND can answer questions about their order. If we ask what comes after Saturn she says Neptune. Ask what comes after the sun and she will say Mercury. She can do this for all of them.
Identifying planets at her age is great, but being able to recognize and use positional words is a much higher skill.
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Post by seaexplore on Jun 22, 2022 13:52:13 GMT
jeremysgirl that’s an awesome brag! Hopefully my “leap of faith brag” will come in August/September when I can say how happy I am that I moved from middle school to continuation school. Right now I’m at the shitting bricks stage and can’t do anything about it until August. 🤪
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Post by jeremysgirl on Jun 22, 2022 14:07:44 GMT
My granddaughter is 25 months old today. She can identify all the planets AND can answer questions about their order. If we ask what comes after Saturn she says Neptune. Ask what comes after the sun and she will say Mercury. She can do this for all of them. Identifying planets at her age is great, but being able to recognize and use positional words is a much higher skill. That is too cute! What a smartypants! |
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Post by jeremysgirl on Jun 22, 2022 14:08:30 GMT
Hopefully my “leap of faith brag” will come in August/September when I can say how happy I am that I moved from middle school to continuation school. Right now I’m at the shitting bricks stage and can’t do anything about it until August. You can do it! I know it's going to be a big change for you, but I have full faith you're going to be great! |
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Post by myboysnme on Jun 22, 2022 14:42:04 GMT
My brag is my DS1. He was a special ed student, who dropped out of high school in his senior year and got a GED. He just received a masters degree with high honors in school administration and a 4.0 GPA. He says G.E.D. to M.Ed.  |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 22, 2022 14:57:46 GMT
My brag is my DS1. He was a special ed student, who dropped out of high school in his senior year and got a GED. He just received a masters degree with high honors in school administration and a 4.0 GPA. He says G.E.D. to M.Ed. Wow!! That is phenomenal!! Your DS is an inspiration to me. |
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Post by jeremysgirl on Jun 22, 2022 15:10:09 GMT
Wow! myboysnme that is an incredible, just incredible, achievement. I can imagine you are beaming with pride. |
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Post by scrapcat on Jun 22, 2022 15:51:50 GMT
Love this! Things always feel so heavy, it's nice to celebrate the little things.
I feel like I am kicking ass at my job, even though it's always an uphill battle & there's a lack of leadership and support. I am covering more since a colleague retired, so supervising 17 ppl. We are dealing with so many issues being back in the office post-covid, there was just processes that broke down. I am trying to fix all that, while training brand new employees. At first I was floundering, but I've felt myself gain better handle in the past couple weeks. I've also made sure I take time to do me, to eat right, and make time for my hobbies and things I like to do. Exercise is on the list to get back better, but I know I will.
I am doing all this in my post-cancer recovery life dealing with menopause at 39 and just receiving a new diagnosis (melanoma -it's local, hopefully nbd) and no one would ever know. It's not always easy, but I am a push thru kind of person and get the stuff done. I have great support around me, but I probably don't take enough time to recognize my strength bcz it feels like I'm trying to keep my head above water.
thank you all for sharing your stories.
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Post by sharlag on Jun 22, 2022 16:19:27 GMT
Great thread idea! Makes me feel hopeful.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Jun 22, 2022 17:24:45 GMT
Love this! Things always feel so heavy, it's nice to celebrate the little things. I feel like I am kicking ass at my job, even though it's always an uphill battle & there's a lack of leadership and support. I am covering more since a colleague retired, so supervising 17 ppl. We are dealing with so many issues being back in the office post-covid, there was just processes that broke down. I am trying to fix all that, while training brand new employees. At first I was floundering, but I've felt myself gain better handle in the past couple weeks. I've also made sure I take time to do me, to eat right, and make time for my hobbies and things I like to do. Exercise is on the list to get back better, but I know I will. I am doing all this in my post-cancer recovery life dealing with menopause at 39 and just receiving a new diagnosis (melanoma -it's local, hopefully nbd) and no one would ever know. It's not always easy, but I am a push thru kind of person and get the stuff done. I have great support around me, but I probably don't take enough time to recognize my strength bcz it feels like I'm trying to keep my head above water. thank you all for sharing your stories. It is wonderful to hear how well you are doing after a cancer diagnosis. I understand how that can completely derail your life for a while and it sounds like you are handling it in stride. |
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Post by mikklynn on Jun 23, 2022 12:14:48 GMT
I managed to move, sell my house, and deal with all that goes with it on my own after DH passed away in February. It's been a huge undertaking, since we lived in our last house for 35 years. I'm unpacked in 6 weeks, with gutters and window treatments ordered (well, half due to cost!), a battery backup installed on the sump pump, and 3 weeks with only my bar refrigerator (first world problem) since the compressor went out on my brand new refrigerator. It's been incredibly hard to make every single decision without my husband. On a lighter note - he may not have been on board with the pink flamingo decor in the guest bathroom. My granddaughter (18) is coming for 2 weeks next month and I'm pretty sure she'll love it. Huge hugs to you and so much awe. You’ve moved mountains. And we’re going to need to see photos of that bathroom! Oh, it's nothing crazy! It's a very small bathroom with gray walls, white tub/shower, and white vanity. I bought a fun flamingo print and a pink/white striped shower curtain. I bought white hand towels with a flamingo embroidered on them from Etsy. Thank you for your kind words. |
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Post by mikklynn on Jun 23, 2022 12:19:07 GMT
Love this! Things always feel so heavy, it's nice to celebrate the little things. I feel like I am kicking ass at my job, even though it's always an uphill battle & there's a lack of leadership and support. I am covering more since a colleague retired, so supervising 17 ppl. We are dealing with so many issues being back in the office post-covid, there was just processes that broke down. I am trying to fix all that, while training brand new employees. At first I was floundering, but I've felt myself gain better handle in the past couple weeks. I've also made sure I take time to do me, to eat right, and make time for my hobbies and things I like to do. Exercise is on the list to get back better, but I know I will. I am doing all this in my post-cancer recovery life dealing with menopause at 39 and just receiving a new diagnosis (melanoma -it's local, hopefully nbd) and no one would ever know. It's not always easy, but I am a push thru kind of person and get the stuff done. I have great support around me, but I probably don't take enough time to recognize my strength bcz it feels like I'm trying to keep my head above water. thank you all for sharing your stories. I am in awe of you and your positive attitude! I'm praying your melanoma is just a bump in the road for you, dear Pea. |
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Post by yivit on Jun 23, 2022 12:45:22 GMT
Everyone has great brags! I'll add some (because I need to counter the s##tstorm of meetings I have to lead today lol):
1. DD is loving her new job/career. She left a small business (game card/game store, very niche) after 8 years to become a Creative for Apple! She's getting to combine her business/retail/people skills and her inherited/honed art skills. It's the perfect fit for her!
2. DS has (mostly) moved out (again). I have a quiet house again. And he got his truck towed to the new place so he can work on it (long story but it's been out of commission almost 2 years). His job is picking back up, too (lighting design) - it took a big hit when the pandemic hit.
3. I bought a brand new car! Nothing fancy - 2022 Kia Forte - but it's nice to have a new vehicle (only the 2nd one I've ever bought new). Would have preferred not buying one, but my convertible got totalled a couple of weeks ago (DS was driving, not his fault, and he walked away from it with only one bruise).
4. I received a Center Director's Innovation Award at work a couple of months ago. Nice to get recognition outside my group. It was for how I handled a huge incident that took a year to fully recover from, and most of that time I was flying solo staffing-wise.
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Post by auntkelly on Jun 23, 2022 13:23:36 GMT
I’m going to brag on my alma mater’s softball team. The Oklahoma women just won the national championship tournament again after winning it last year as well.
I was twelve years’ old when Title IX passed in 1972 and it is so nice to see female athletes enjoying the fruits of that legislation. The Oklahoma women have a beautiful softball facility and they sell out every game. When the national championship tournament was being played a few weeks ago, it seemed everyone in our state was obsessed with softball. (Oklahoma State has a very good team as well). The tournament was the lead story in the sports segment of the local news and was the main topic of discussion on local sports talk radio. Celebrities such as NBA star Trae Young and Oklahoma football coach Brent Venables showed up to cheer on the women.
We still have a long way to go, but it really warms my heart to see female college athletes getting the attention they deserve.
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Post by yivit on Jun 23, 2022 15:02:53 GMT
I’m going to brag on my alma mater’s softball team. The Oklahoma women just won the national championship tournament again after winning it last year as well. I was twelve years’ old when Title IX passed in 1972 and it is so nice to see female athletes enjoying the fruits of that legislation. The Oklahoma women have a beautiful softball facility and they sell out every game. When the national championship tournament was being played a few weeks ago, it seemed everyone in our state was obsessed with softball. (Oklahoma State has a very good team as well). The tournament was the lead story in the sports segment of the local news and was the main topic of discussion on local sports talk radio. Celebrities such as NBA star Trae Young and Oklahoma football coach Brent Venables showed up to cheer on the women. We still have a long way to go, but it really warms my heart to see female college athletes getting the attention they deserve. I love it when anyone beats "that other state university from Texas."  I was 10 when Title IX passed. It took until 1975 for my school district to add sports in the schools (I started playing basketball in 8th grade). It took much longer to add softball (well after my siblings and I were out of school). We would have had a kick-butt softball team, too (we were in a very competitive city league). |
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so that sounds extreme, but the emotional attachment is real!
