Well my SIL is coming around and talking to me (well on email), but she admitted that she had her feelings hurt because I said since we have 2 aunt Brandi's I was going to think of something it could call my sister. So that made SIL feel like she was nothing more than chopped liver. YOU CAN'T WIN!!! Everything I freaking say these days hurts someones feelings or they don't agree. I'm tired of trying to please them all, but it hurts me when they are not all happy or excited with me.

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I HATE MY WORK AND HOW STUPID PEOPLE CAN BE SOMETIMES. I AM SO ANGRY I WANT TO CRY.

Ok so that lame ass joke that stupid person said yesterday is today a huge issue. The person who said the comment to me went to the supervisor and the supervisor calls a meeting with the dept. saying there should not be any more "joking" since certain people can't take a joke.

Our supervisor is horrible. This isn't a work issue........WTF???? I am so confused and angry the this supervisor is playing favorites and supporting this person instead of saying work it out on your own.

Ok, Ok I'm done..........

Cassie-I too was getting pretty bad bloody boogers and I read that if you are getting bloody noses it can also be a Vit C deficency. I have really increased the Vit C and its much better.

Melissa-yahoo to your baby girl being well and healthy.

Cassie-I'm glad your SIL is coming around. I agree its too hard to please everyone.

On a brighter note .........I bought a swing from a girl at work today. Its in really good condition so one other item down, MANY, MANY more.

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Cassie,

I feel your pain with the in-laws. My 2 SILs are impossible! They have always been so mean to me and jealous of everything. Especially the oldest one, she has a 16 month old baby and now that Im PG, she wants to have another one, and she said she hopes I don't have a boy b/c then her son wouldn't be the only boy....WTF?? It can be hurtful, but I am finally learning to blow it off.

Missy,

I know what you mean about the grocery store. It is absolute torture for me!!!! The smells just make me loose it every time. I hope you feel better soon.

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Wow Marci, I am so sorry. I cannot believe that some people in the work enviroment would be so immature and childish. I completely agree with you, that is not a comment to be said during work or anytime, its really inconsiderate, especially when she has no idea what the hell shes talking about and is absolutely none of her business.

And why is SHE the one running to supervisors!? She is the one who said the comment, now shes hurt because YOU took it personally? Thats so lame, it's not even funny. If anything, she needs to accept responsiblity for her insensitivity by saying something that was so uncalled for. And thats another thing, it isn't a "joke" when people take it personally. It's not about you not being able to take it, its about her saying something really rude to you. How is "Paybacks a bitch" considered a joke? In my opinion, saying that is a threat. Because it means what it means.

You have every right to feel insulted and uncomfortable there. Especially since the supervisor decided to take sides in this, it's really dumb. You don't deserve this at all. I think that girl deserves a reality slap in the face. But don't worry, "payback IS a bitch" and she'll get whats coming to her.

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marci people can be so stupid i don't know how you kept your mouth shut because I would have said something at the meeting or at least to the supervisor. Also congrats on having a little girl that is so exciting

leena I know you must be scared i hope the spotting stops soon when do you go back to the dr?

Melissa I don't even know what i have gained i don't ask I was already very overweight before i got pg but i have decided that i am going to gain what i need to to keep this baby healthy and then i am going to get my but in gear and get down to a healthy weight. I think it is really rude that people are making comments about your weight

Today i could have swore i felt the baby move but i'm not sure do you think it is too early? I can not wait to find out the sex of the baby i am dying to know so i can start shopping and pick out a name.

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Hi there everyone!!!

On the note of weight gain. I have gained 16 pounds so far & my Dr's seem to think it is a huge deal! But they said it could have been a growth spurt for Marissa..... so we will see next time. I think we all see ourselves bigger than what we are. (I would like to think so anyway!) B/c I see pictures of you guys & think "Ugh- I am so huge!" So I think everyone here looks great! I hope to keep it at 30lbs or less- but I doubt that will happen. And people are very unsensitive to what they say to us! I had a girl tell be today " Oh my gosh- you look huge today!" I'm thinking to myself "I will never wear this shirt again!" But they are just rude- ya know? Screw'm!

Leena- I hope your spottin stops! Keep us informed!

Marci- I can't believe this is happening to grown people in a professional atmosphere! I mean how old is this girl? 7? And for it to be taken this far- is just so silly! Too bad you can't tell them to all kiss your a** and leave! I wish I could afford to do that at my work atleast once a week! Hope it gets better!

Check in with you all later!

Oh & Karen- where is that belly shot???? Did I miss it??

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Hi Everyone,

I just caught up on the last few days of posts!!

Mason had his first check up today and he is doing great!! The doctor said he is just amazed that Mason has the neck and muscle strenghth of a 3 month old. So, Jess you were right about your prediction and your brother.

He gained two ounces so I was happy since I have been breastfeeding him only and you worry if he is getting enough.

Last night we had to take the wrap off his circ. Oh how scary. It's healing nicely but we have to pull the skin back every day to keep it from sticking when it heals.

He is sleeping and eating great and such an angel. Every day it is getting easier as I gain my strenghth back. I was pretty worn out there for a few days after birth.

Crystal- I was worried about all that with latching on and stuff too. Breast feeding is much easier than I thought it would be. All the nurses at my hospital had breast fed their children and they would watch me and help me every feeding for Mason to make sure he was latching on properly. They were just so wonderful and helpful!!

Kia- So cute you were talking to Mason in a baby voice!!

Sara- Yes it is webster's I had done. I wouldn't worry about position until 36 weeks. Glad the adjustments are helping with your back.

Karen- So sorry you couldn't see your sweet little girls face. Glad she is still a girl. Any nursery pics yet?

Tweety- I hope they keep your settlement date this time!!

MIT- Sorry to hear about your day. That wasn't handled properly at all.

Gem- Thanks and yes that wa sin daddy's arms!!

Melissa- Unreal that students that age are saying that. They sound immature to me and I feel bad for you having to go through that. Hope it gets better.

Missy- So glad you saw the h/b!! You will LOVE hearing it!!

Hope everyone else is doing well.

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Renee-I have heard that you can feel the baby sooner if you have been pregnant before.
I go back to the dr. Sept. 28th. They told me if the spotting gets heavier, if I start getting cramps or just get scared that something aint right just to call them & they will work me in. Everyone at that office has been great.
I was measuring 1 wk & 2 days ahead, I wonder if my dr. will end up changing my due date?

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Judith, so good to hear from you, glad everything is going well with Mason and BF and all.....I knew he would be a strong one!! Hope he is not as stubborn as my brother was This may sound dumb, but one of the small reasons I wanted a girl is to not have to deal with the circumcision decision and care of the poor little pee pee afterward if we did it.

Marci, that is TOTALLY rediculous about what the girl said and that she even took it to a supervisor, after SHE STARTED IT, and what you said back to her was totally not out of line. What a jerk.

I actually had something nice happen yesterday at work, the girl at the front desk here waved me over and told me I looked "precious", "so cute", and "small for 6 months" and made her want to be pregnant. And then in the bathroom later in the day, a co-worker who is pregnant with her second baby and is about 2 weeks ahead of me in her pregnancy told me I was "hardly showing", so they both made me feel better about the weight. Everyone should be so nice to use pregnant people!!!!

My Dr. has not said a word about my wieght, bad or good so I don't know how I am doing, I assume, fine, since he hasn't scolded me....and like you, Cassie, I was at a great weight for my build when I got married - 130 give or take, and gained a little each of the last 3 years, so when I got pregnant, I was at 152. Now I'm at 183....so hopefully I will be able to at least stay under 200, and then work my butt off to get back to a healthy weight after the baby comes and I am recouperated from the birth - I guess I can give myself the remainder of the winter to recouperate (Jan and Feb), and start really working on things as spring starts and I can get outside and walk...we have a cross-bow workout machine, but no treadmill. I suppose I will get lots of cardio doing baby laundry every day....laundry is in the basement....bedrooms are on the 2nd floor....10 ft ceilings....lots of stair-climbing

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Hey Judith! I am so glad things are going good with little Mason. I know the pee pee is scary. Wait until you try to teach him to go potty....That is tough. Or wait until the first time he discovers it... Little embarassing for mommy. lol BF can be so rewarding. I am glad you are enjoying it so far. Makes for a lot of sleepless nights but when you look at him I am sure it is all worth it.

I haven't taken any nursery pics yet...DH doesn't want me to until it is closer to finished..

Crystal- I do have a new belly shot on the camera but I am so DUMB with doing it...Waiting for DH to upload it. Soon precious soon. What about YOU???

Jess- I know that made you feel great when you got nice compliments. I eat those UP! You just walk away smiling feeling so GOOD about yourself. We all need a little pump up at this point.

Well I am cooking for our tailgate tomorrow. Should be pretty fun. I am dreading the car ride and then the walk but DH says he will carry me on his back if he needs to. We shall see if he holds up to that. lol My feet are likely to swell. UGH. But I am glad to be going since Riley will be here soon and I will have to miss some important games this year. NOT SO HAPPY ABOUT THAT!

Hope everyone is good tonight and resting.

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Hey Judith Glad to hear from you and that all is well. Im so happy for you and that BF is going well. I think I got Alyssa off the nipple sheild. I tried the last 2 days without it, she still doesnt latch on the best. She really hurts my left Nipple sometimes ( same as when she was born, it was the more painful side), but once she gets on we do fine together. I cant wait to see more pictures. I bet Mason is loving his room, or do you keep in somewhere else for the first little bit? Cant wait to hear more from you.

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Leena~ I hope your morning sickness starts to ease up & you start feeling better soon! I'm sorry to hear about the spotting, I know how absolutley frightning & stressful it is to have that happen, and then to worry about it happening again. Did the doc put you bed rest or anything?

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Judith

Wonderful to hear from you!

Glad Mason is doing well and gaining weight already.
Takew Care

Kia~ You wanted to be reminded to go in for blood work right around CD4 I think. Did you do it?

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Hey guys! I have a sore throat! Are Halls cough drops ok to use? I have a list that says cough drops are ok- BUT iy says to stay away from Phenol??? I was wondering if any of you sickies have been useing Halls? I'm on the phone waiting to talk to a nurse on the 24 hour line- but have been on hold for like 10 minutes!

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I was told to stay away from that stuff. Try using those xmas candies (peppermints they work wonders/ or any kind of sugar/ not the non-sugar ones they make it worse)

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