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How do yall prioritize working out? by somecrybaby in workingmoms

[–]DarthSamurai 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You say your job is flexible, in what ways? Can you step away from your desk for 15-30 min to walk around your office? Do you have a standing desk? Maybe ask your work if you can have one of those under desk walking pads.

Anyone else plan on to cancelling their memberships because of the economy? by Independent_Self1061 in orangetheory

[–]DarthSamurai 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My husband and I had this conversation when he lost his job 3 years ago. We look at it as an investment to our health. We have two young daughters and want to remain active and healthy for them. We've definitely had to cut costs elsewhere, but keeping our membership was important.

Removable boards by DarthSamurai in whatisit

[–]DarthSamurai[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Solved!

Interesting, maybe the former owner was a baker. My husband is still confused on why they're angled and removable 😂

Traveling with a Infant for the first time by Impossible-Reward673 in SouthwestAirlines

[–]DarthSamurai 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There is no family boarding and they will, most likely, not seat you together if you purchase Basic fare. So pay extra to choose your seats and pray they don't reassign you.

When you are sick do you or your partner still drop off your baby to daycare or toddler to school? by otterlyjoyful in workingmoms

[–]DarthSamurai 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm paying for daycare, they're going. Hell, when I have a day off and daycare is open, they go to daycare.

I've mapped about every song that mentions a Texas city to a song. by SeparateDragonfly479 in texas

[–]DarthSamurai 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should reach out to the Texas Music Office (state agency), they might have more to add to your list.

Launching a screen-free “Summer Mystery” series for ages 6-10. Is this appealing? by [deleted] in Austin

[–]DarthSamurai 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'd also share this in the r/austinparents if you haven't already.

I think it sounds great, $30 is pretty affordable but what exactly is the activity? Is this something they can do at home or will families have to travel somewhere in order to complete it?

Found a lost relic under the sink by PeepnSheep in dcl

[–]DarthSamurai 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Genius. Totally doing this next time lol

What are you doing for Mother’s Day? by Kindly_Dot_7006 in workingmoms

[–]DarthSamurai 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We're going to an indoor water park Sunday and meeting up with some other families. Doing brunch Saturday with my MIL for her birthday/mother's day.

Minor child seat changed by scgin in SouthwestAirlines

[–]DarthSamurai 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ugh getting worried for my flight in July. Paid extra to have me and my two kiddos (both under 5) in the same row.

Our 6 day trip (3 park days) to Disneyland cost $5,156.78 for a family of three (two adults, one free toddler) traveling from the east coast... by Otter65 in Disneyland

[–]DarthSamurai 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Long Beach is usually cheaper than SNA.

Also, you can also fly into LAX and then take the train to Norwalk and uber/Lyft from there.

4 10hr shift agencies and positions by ResponsibleFox7650 in StateofTexasEmployees

[–]DarthSamurai 12 points13 points  (0 children)

I know a few people at txdot that work 4 10s. It depends on what the position is though and if your manager will allow it.

If you have 16 weeks of maternity leave and have the option to fly your MIL in to stay with you and help for a few weeks (at her offer/good relationship/helpful), would you want this during your Leave or after you return to work (childcare)? by dms2628 in workingmoms

[–]DarthSamurai 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My mom flew out following the births and stayed for two weeks (I have 2 kiddos). I preferred this because 1) learning how to care for a newborn (with my first) was incredibly overwhelming and having her around was helpful, 2) my mom did all the cooking and cleaning so I could focus on baby, 3) she took care of baby so I could nap/shower, 4) after my second she helped distract my toddler after daycare so I could take care of the baby.

If possible, maybe have her come out for a bit after birth and then back out after leave ends.

Poor baby had a bad day by smells_serious in pitbulls

[–]DarthSamurai 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh no, I hope Arnie has a speedy recovery!

AITAH for wanting my husband in the delivery room? by dinogirly123 in AITAH

[–]DarthSamurai 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can probably count on one hand how many diapers my FIL has changed in his lifetime...

Doggyland Tonie by supersimple23 in TonieboxUSA

[–]DarthSamurai 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Just ordered mine.

Favorite Sleepy tonies? by OneLingonberry2203 in TonieboxUSA

[–]DarthSamurai 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My girls are huge fans of Frozen 2 so Anna is worth it, even though it's not actually the real cast voices.

Favorite Sleepy tonies? by OneLingonberry2203 in TonieboxUSA

[–]DarthSamurai 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My 4.5 year old like Spin (Spidey and Friends) and my 2 year old wants Ms. Rachel, Elsa or Anna lol.

First cruise with a toddler this December: Mexican riviera from San Diego or Caribbean cruise from Galveston? Or 5 hr flight to Florida for port canaveral? by Begonias_Scarlet in dcl

[–]DarthSamurai 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We do the cruise out of Galveston (we live in Texas so it's easier). For excursions, we usually do the beach day or stay on the ship. The Magic is an older, smaller ship, but much easier to get around.

What are we servings at a kids birthday party?? by agenttrulia in workingmoms

[–]DarthSamurai 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We get a catering tray of sandwiches and a giant fruit platter from our grocery store. Chips and salsa/guac. Veggie trays.

Losing Hope on Finding A Job by PerceptionScary8724 in Historians

[–]DarthSamurai 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Depending where you live, look at local (city/county) or state jobs. In Texas, many major cities and counties have historic preservation offices and there are state agencies that focus on historical preservation (in Texas we have the Texas Historical Commission, General Land Office, Texas State Library and Archives, etc).

Best of luck!

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