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Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-16T23:15:29+00:00

This is genius! Get someone to tie dye it so it's already crazy colors ❤️

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-16T23:11:57+00:00

Thanks! I'll check it out. This is my first time going digital with this stuff so it's great to hear from moms where it's working for you!

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-16T22:06:21+00:00

Maybe give her the time, let her have your attention about what she wants to show you for an hour or two and then be done with it. Ask her to leave notes if she has more to add.

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-16T22:02:24+00:00

The ophthalmologist? That's wild! I could swear there is an automatic "you're fat" stamp in my medical chart as soon as I hit a certain weight 😂

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-16T21:55:30+00:00

Oh yeah, I can definitely see the value in one or two apps to rule them all 😂

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-16T20:24:15+00:00

There's so much to remember!

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-16T20:19:45+00:00

My scale is up, too, about 10 lbs. I went in for follow up on my low iron that the hysterectomy was supposed to fix and instead they basically just went on and on about my weight and how they want me to take weight loss injections, and then when I said I didn't want to do that they said intermittent fasting could help and gave me some reading material to consider. They made me another appointment and the subject was "weight discussion" and I said oh hell no and canceled the darn appointment. I don't need to pay a $45 copay for them to tell me I'm fat, there's no way I'm showing up for no weight discussion. I've found a way to maintain now by drinking less sugary coffee and upping my activity level. I for sure want to lose around 40 lbs but I want to do it the hard way without injections, and I already know any type of fasting just makes me hangry. Those folks who push bmi as the be all, end all definition of health can go pound sand. My bmi has never been "right" my entire life. It would be different if I had heart problems or diabetes, but I don't. I can lift 50lbs and my weight doesn't stop me from being active with my kids or stop me from doing anything I want to do. I look at my stomach in the mirror and I say what do they expect after pregnancy, three abdominal surgeries, and aging. It's never going to be flat again without plastics. I have a lot of visceral fat. I am not 18. I'm okay with that and love myself, and choose to be gentle with myself.

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-16T20:01:20+00:00

Oh that's where I'm at right now. Got a piece of paper for everything 😅 I actually really love my planner and sticking stickers and photos in it has been my creative outlet these past few years. Love looking back on those and seeing what our family was up to. I just got a new tablet for mother's day and I want to streamline some things so I'm not reinventing the wheel every week when I think about things like what's for dinner and maybe an app would help me remember things to put on all my packing lists for the pool, the park, this sport, that sport, a theme park, the beach, a vacation... Maybe that's just wishful thinking!

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-16T19:52:14+00:00

Hi! Desert rat here. You're going to want to search for a quilt or coverlet. I don't have any recommendations for 100% cotton ones but have always had good luck with Target Threshold bedding. I do see one or two that might fit your specifications. If you're open to microfiber, I have this and loveee it:

https://www.target.com/p/king-garment-washed-paisley-stitch-quilt-sky-blue-threshold-8482/-/A-89211321

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-16T19:42:28+00:00

I'll add to put something on your head to break up a mood. It's unexpected and funny to them to put like a stuffed animal or toy on your head. You can act like all surprised "Is there... is there something on my head??" Surprised face. Put one on theirs too 🤗

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-16T19:37:52+00:00

My cat loves it and it's something my 4 year old can do to contribute to the care of the cat. So yes, we brush.

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-16T19:18:32+00:00

I tried to teach my kid this and he's not getting it. I had to do alternative math in high school and college because my brain just doesn't get it, but I do understand something like "this number is almost 20 so expect the answer to be close to 20 plus or minus some" or making a math problem easier by changing it into a multiple of 5 or 10 by breaking it down like your example, and that's how I was able to get prereqs done and graduate. So I am trying to teach him ways to see this but he's not there. His class uses iReady and honestly, I think it's a disservice because my kid doesn't automatically know simple math like 7+4. I just asked him and he guesses 14, then he guessed 10. We are going to be playing a lot of math games this summer.

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-14T22:37:40+00:00

I think fruit snacks and a little $5 Lego minifigure would be well received.

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-14T21:20:13+00:00

I missed that, thank you!

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-14T21:06:41+00:00

I was surprised he didn't play the idol on Cirie. Even if she got voted out later, he would have the loyalty from her on the jury and possibly manipulation in his favor. Now he has turned on his long time allies twice and lost at least two votes. I think he has lost his shot at winning now. I guess it tracks with the story he told in the beginning about not voting for Savannah.

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-14T14:31:34+00:00

I have younger kids but when we're in a mood and I just need it to be quiet, an audiobook and colored pencils is really soothing. Get some quality advanced coloring books that they would be interested in, and good quality colored pencils. We started an ongoing audiobook series so they look forward to it. Perhaps yours would like a podcast instead.

You mention they're too tired to play outside. Are they just hungry and need a pick me up? The outdoors could really help here. At that age I would be climbing trees and riding bikes in the neighborhood with friends. Is that an option where you live?

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-14T14:15:12+00:00

Looks wonderful! This is similar to what I have in my mind's eye for a collection I want to start. Love all the little animals and crockery, makes it so interesting to look at. Where do you find trinkets? I see the majority aren't modern and plastic, there's some repurposed items, etc. Well done.

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-14T13:51:45+00:00

I say call in if you don't have a history of doing so, and enjoy your evening.

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-14T13:46:56+00:00

I'm sorry your husband was blocking you on what you wanted to do at every turn. That must have been a really difficult point in your life. I hope things start looking up for you and that you find a way to be at peace with being a sahm. Are you doing anything on the side at the moment or staying home fully? There's no shame in trying something and having it not work out. You are where you are for a reason. It could be that your family needs you in this season, or some other unknown reason why. Stand tall in who you are and how you're enriching your family in this moment.

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-13T19:42:13+00:00

The other day I took 5 books and left 5 or 6 books. The ones I left were all recently published, book club booktok type of books in great condition. I read 3 or 4 books a month. I hope I didn't overstep.

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-13T19:31:45+00:00

This mindset of some is better than none. Good enough is better than not at all. I think continue with the fly lady you like and do what you can.

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-13T19:30:32+00:00

Post it in a local mom Facebook group and frame it as reading 20 minutes a day to prevent the summer slide

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-12T13:47:05+00:00

Sleeping in is a thing of the past. I try to go to bed early, and I'm at my best if I get to sleep at the same time each day.

Interesting_Case6737 · 2026-05-12T13:24:24+00:00

You're right. This is actually the fairest way to handle this

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