July 23rd, 2008
I don’t know that I could ever survive BlogHer. I mean, we had a SMALL gathering and I’m still recuperating from that. We talked about blogging off and on for a day and a bit and I’m finding myself completely zapped of all creativity and any energy to type.
I’ve even been lacking in the gossip department. That has to say something since I’m a HUGE gossip WHORE.
Though I haven’t been here, I have been here. I’ve revamped the site for a re-launch August 1st. I’ve been working on a design for one truly understanding client that let me work right up to Hudson’s due date then take some time off. She’s been DYING to have her design and I want to get it to her just as badly! I’m excited to start up again!
Maybe I’ll even work for a couple weeks before taking another hiatus.
Everything’s a little hectic around The House of Me since Mike began his new job. He recently had an offer for another company with more money and a machine to operate right away. Pretty much the Best. Thing. Ever. but we weighed the pros and cons of the two jobs and came out with the one that pays less but is closer to home. Far less traffic equals less commute time! Horray!
As soon as he hung up the phone after declining the new offer, he’s been kicking himself thinking he should have went with the money.
I’ve been feeling guilty because he asked my opinion and I gave it to him.
A part of me wishes I kept my mouth shut.
Whatever. Live and Learn I suppose.
Now? He’s on nightshift for the next three weeks.
My job just got a little trickier. Keeping a VERY ACTIVE toddler and an infant quiet all day while Mike sleeps? Should make for good times.
Especially when Carter’s screaming with pride when he goes to the toilet ALONE!
“I PEEEEEEDDD MMOOOOOOOMMMMYYYYY! I PPEEEEED!!”
Yeah, there’s gonna be one pissy man (Ha! Get it? I talked about pee, then said pissy) around this joint over the next couple weeks.
Anyone up for a playdate?
Or you could just take my children.
you could survive blogher. no question!
July 23rd, 2008 at 8:01 pm
The thought of BlogHer scares the pee outta me.
July 23rd, 2008 at 8:03 pm
You could have a day trip to London! Why not?
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July 23rd, 2008 at 8:33 pm
Um, did I get it right that you actually had your baby this time? *blushes with profound embarrassment* I did go to your other site, and he is BEAUTIFUL! Okay, so, sure I can see him here, too, but I had to click the link, right? Sorry I’ve not been by. I’m a slacker. Just wanted to check in and say hello!
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July 23rd, 2008 at 9:27 pm
Me? Understanding? I’ve been called worse!
As far as giving the husband an opinion? I refuse. Because it inevitably comes back and bites me on the ass and whatever went wrong is my fault.
And if Mike is in construction, shouldn’t he have earplugs? I suggest he wear them while he sleeps. Problem solved!
July 23rd, 2008 at 9:29 pm
Ah, the age old question of money versus time. In most cases, that’s what it boils down to when choosing a job as a parent. For me, I have a (relatively, at least by GTA standards) short commute, and my hours are more manageable (ergo: more time for family). BUT, both my wife and I know that I am leaving (what feels like) a ton of money on the table. If I was willing to work further away, and take a position with more travel, I could make more money, but I’d be around less.
It’s all about deciding what is important, not just to you, but to your family, and therefore, as much as maybe you regret saying something, ultimately, it was the right decision.
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July 24th, 2008 at 6:15 am
um yeah. Impossible to keep toddler quiet. Good luck with that. I can’t even get my 5 yr old to stay quiet longer than a half hour! LOL
((hugs)))
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July 24th, 2008 at 8:09 am
Me and my husband had to make the same decision about a month ago- same company, but it would have meant moving to Indiana and uprooting the kids (again) when we’d just moved to KY a couple of years ago. It was a tough decision, it would have meant a huge raise, but we made it and we’re glad we did. Good for you!
I don’t mind being poor and I kinda like bein’ a hillbilly… I would have liked those new boobs I was planning on getting, though.
Damn.
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July 24th, 2008 at 9:50 am
Honestly? I think him being around is way more important than more money when the kids are little. You need help, and I’m sure he doesn’t want to miss out on any good stuff. (And this coming from a girl who really likes money. No, I mean REALLY likes money. But then, who doesn’t?)
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July 24th, 2008 at 1:51 pm
I wish our house was bigger, you could come down here and hang out for a while, but you’d be sleeping on the couch and I don’t think that would be all that conducive to sleep and such. Especially with the kids..
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July 24th, 2008 at 7:49 pm
1 - you had a baby with you. a 7 week old baby. if you could make it, twice, to niagara falls with a 7 week old, you could SO handle BlogHer
2 - I still can’t get over the commute times you guys deal with. I’d pick shorter commutes and more time together too.
3 - ear plugs? white noise machine?
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July 26th, 2008 at 7:50 pm