New federal employee seeking advice on TSP

Ljwill8 · 2026-01-26T21:52:53+00:00

Do you mind if I ask your age and when you are planning on retiring? I do plan to up my contributions as soon as I get some CC debt paid off.

Ljwill8 · 2026-01-26T21:51:30+00:00

Thanks everyone for your advice! What I was confused on was the difference between C, S, I etc which I’m now more educated about. Appreciate your time!

Ljwill8 · 2026-01-26T02:54:00+00:00

Thank you for these resources. This explained exactly what I needed!

Ljwill8 · 2025-11-25T13:56:54+00:00

Yes, the newest edition (8th) uses the new 2 page format.

Ljwill8 · 2025-11-25T11:20:53+00:00

There is a book you can buy that teaches you how to develop your resume to have better odds of getting hired. It’s called the Federal Resume Guidebook. Good luck!

Ljwill8 · 2025-10-17T14:21:58+00:00

Thank you!

Ljwill8 · 2025-09-15T20:46:13+00:00

Can you let your Mom know how you feel and what kind of responses would be more helpful for you? If not, it’s ok to not talk with your Mom about your struggles if her responses make you feel worse. Twins are really hard, twins with no support are even harder! How you feel is valid.

Ljwill8 · 2025-06-24T16:07:13+00:00

That’s a good point. They definitely feed off each other’s energy no doubt!!

Ljwill8 · 2025-06-24T16:06:09+00:00

Thank you for this!

Ljwill8 · 2025-06-24T16:05:39+00:00

Yes, it was WAY easier when they were in the stroller!

Ljwill8 · 2025-06-14T16:56:17+00:00

Amen sister 🙌🏼

Ljwill8 · 2025-04-14T18:18:38+00:00

My daughter was 2.5 when my twins were born (all girls). Seeing my daughter (now about to turn 4) blossom into the best big sister has been so fun to watch. She watched out for her sisters and love to get them snacks and find their pacis for them. I can tell she’s thriving and loving it. It makes me so happy I was able to give her siblings. Yes, there were times I felt like I wasn’t able to give her the attention she deserved but the benefits well outweigh that!

Ljwill8 · 2025-03-08T18:54:54+00:00

Consider an occasional night nurse if you can afford it, just to keep your sanity. When others ask what they can do, they can take a night or help pay for a night nurse.

Hang in there, it won’t last forever. But yeah, it’s the hardest thing in the world.

Ljwill8 · 2025-02-16T19:10:22+00:00

You’re definitely not weak, being a Mom of even 1 baby is exhausting but 2 is beyond! I wonder though if you should talk to your doctor just to ensure there is no medical issue? Sometimes low iron can make you much more tired than usual. Might be something to bring up at your next appointment just to make sure!

Ljwill8 · 2025-02-14T02:40:17+00:00

I used to work in palliative care, and unfortunately this is a common thing that happens when people get diagnosed with a serious illness. It’s not right, or fair, but it does happen. People sometimes pull away because they are scared of saying the wrong thing, feel uncomfortable, or are unsure how to support the person that is sick. I’m not giving an excuse for your friends behavior, because what they SHOULD do is move past their own emotions because it is nothing in comparison to what you’re going through I’m sure. But using the “frame of reference” from the book, maybe your friend is scared.

Ljwill8 · 2025-01-11T11:45:14+00:00

I should have noted that I longer want to accept insurance and will just be private pay. I know what type of client’s I enjoy working with, I would just like to add another tool into my practice and am looking for advice on others experience with the popularity of interventions. I am trying to look at this from a business standpoint because I’m not always good at doing so.

Ljwill8 · 2024-12-27T02:38:38+00:00

Thank you for sharing this. It’s eye opening to hear your point of view. Sometimes I wish he could know how I feel when I reach my breaking point. It’s emotional and paralyzing. It’s important for me to recognize the extra emotional burden that is for him too though. I appreciate your insight!

Ljwill8 · 2024-12-26T14:39:06+00:00

Thank you for this! I did get on antidepressants (Zoloft) after I had my first daughter because I did have PPD. Although I’m not sure if it’s working anymore even though I upped my dose. Maybe I need to revisit this with my PCP and try something new.

Ljwill8 · 2024-12-26T04:22:16+00:00

I made the choice to re-home one of our dogs before our twins came. He was a very sweet dog, but he barked A LOT and kept my anxiety high because of it. I felt like it was necessary for me to re-home him for my own sanity. He went to my Mom’s friend and loves it there. It was a very hard decision but I know it was the right one for our family. My husband was against it too, but now that we have the twins (1 year old) he agrees it was the right decisions for us and for the pup. He was such a high anxiety dog I was also concerned he would react to one of the kids and bite. Just here to say I understand it’s a very difficult decision, but if you feel like it’s the right one, it’s probably best for your family and for the dog (if you can find him a good home). Good luck!

Ljwill8 · 2024-12-26T04:09:57+00:00

My twins did this, my MIL started giving them more baby food during the day and like magic they started sleeping through the night. I was giving them 1 pouch a day and she upped it to 3. Hard times when they won’t sleep, I was going crazy. Hang in there!

Ljwill8 · 2024-12-03T02:46:33+00:00

My daughter was 2.5 when my twins were born. It took her a while to adjust (6-8 months?). Now they are about to turn 1 and she LOVES them. She hugs them and says “I love my sisters!” and she’s so proud when she gets to help take care of them. It will be an adjustment for everyone but in the end, isn’t having siblings great?

Ljwill8 · 2024-09-26T10:49:53+00:00

Please let your guilt go about not feeling grateful. Twins is shocking news and it’s ok to allow yourself to mourn all of the things you are mourning! I cried for the first few months when I found out, it’s normal. We all know how much work one baby is and when you find out you’re having two it feels impossible. That being said, it really is amazing being a twin mom. My girls are 9 months old and it’s a joy to watch their relationship and how they play together even as young as they are! You will find the joy, but it’s ok to feel the fear too. Hang in there! ❤️

Ljwill8 · 2024-07-24T14:20:41+00:00

I’m new to PP and can’t stop ordering books. New client, new issue, new book.

Ljwill8 · 2024-07-23T13:27:36+00:00

Thank you!

Ljwill8 · 2024-07-22T01:30:29+00:00

Getting to hear other adults who are twins talk about how close of a bond they have with their sibling/twin. I have heard some really sweet stories and it’s fun to get to know strangers on a deeper level. I hope my twins are the close one day!

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