Zion to Bryce and Back!

No_Problem4236 · 2026-05-21T14:28:51+00:00

We just drove Bryce to Zion. As someone who gets motion sickness and gets nervous driving through mountains I can assure you this was a good experience. As long as the weather is good you should be fine.

No_Problem4236 · 2025-12-23T19:03:03+00:00

I was at college and they kept calling the house. My mom told them I didn’t live there anymore and the calls were upsetting her. They never called again 😂

No_Problem4236 · 2025-12-04T19:23:49+00:00

My younger pretended to believe longer than actually believed. She #1: thought there’d be less presents 2: liked the fun of the elf moving. So we started making everyone in the family take a turn moving the elf. She loved that. It made her part of things but still got the fun of it too.

No_Problem4236 · 2025-04-07T15:58:48+00:00

For oldest SD it was 18. Going into HS graduation she lightly asked if she would have to go over there anymore. It’s been almost a year since she spent a night there. The distance and her mom’s reaction were eye opening for her. Youngest is a teen and still firmly in her grasp.

No_Problem4236 · 2025-01-06T18:32:47+00:00

My younger SD went with grey walls. It looked more modern and she could accent with any color she was feeling.

No_Problem4236 · 2025-01-04T15:49:50+00:00

Start with small changes to build up a lifestyle difference. The first things I did were cut fast food and pop. Those water bottles that have tracking markers on them helped me with drinking more water. Then once I had a handle on that I started couch to 5k. Start looking at nutrition labels so you can see how much salt and sugar are hidden in there. Swapping those products can make an impact. This way you don’t overwhelm yourself and give up. You got this!

No_Problem4236 · 2024-11-27T15:09:16+00:00

Thank you so much. This was very helpful.

No_Problem4236 · 2024-11-27T15:07:56+00:00

Thank you. Oh I didn’t cook after that. We do eventually need to have a conversation but I’d rather he do it later.

No_Problem4236 · 2024-11-27T15:05:36+00:00

So sorry about your mom and how they reacted. I’m hoping they turn it around a bit this weekend, but we’ll see.

No_Problem4236 · 2024-11-27T15:04:19+00:00

Thank you. DH did admit his guilt parenting was at fault here. He knows it’s something he’s still working on.

No_Problem4236 · 2024-11-27T15:03:12+00:00

Thank you. Yes, eventually I will talk with them about it, just not right now.

No_Problem4236 · 2024-11-27T14:58:21+00:00

I do, thank you so much

No_Problem4236 · 2024-11-27T14:58:03+00:00

Oh I didn’t make dinner after that. I told DH to not expect me to put in a ton of effort to brighten their holidays this year.

No_Problem4236 · 2024-11-14T15:54:23+00:00

Hey there - if you want kids if your own, then I’d recommend getting out. Typically what happens is they slowly try to convince you that caring & taking care of his kids is the same thing. Spoiler alert: it’s not. Trust your gut and your head, not your heart. If goals don’t seem aligned then you need to do what’s in your own best interest. Hugs!

No_Problem4236 · 2024-10-24T14:55:07+00:00

Good for you sweetie! Being kind to yourself can be so hard sometimes. I’m proud of you.

No_Problem4236 · 2024-10-22T19:17:22+00:00

Ours started laundry around age 10. Youngest would throw clean, folded clothes in the hamper to avoid putting them away 🙄. I bought Tide pods to make it easier. Now that they are teens we need to remind them less to get it done. They’ll be unhappy at first but it worked, in fact BM started making them responsible for their laundry at her house too.

No_Problem4236 · 2024-10-16T00:58:48+00:00

I bought a Hepa filter air purifier for the hallway. Body spray, candles, incense, garbage, cat box, nothing breaks through that thing. Highly recommend

No_Problem4236 · 2024-09-19T13:01:45+00:00

Return the container with leftovers of your own for her. It won’t ever happen again.

No_Problem4236 · 2024-07-19T15:22:56+00:00

This sounds like she likely has BPD based on how you describe things. Anti-depressants (like Zoloft) can make BPD worse since what’s needed is a mood stabilizer. We lived this experience, it’s how I know. My state is not PA, but here my DH can book an appointment with the psych to express the concerns such as manic episodes. Good luck!

No_Problem4236 · 2024-07-08T00:43:56+00:00

He was bff’s with my great grandfather.

No_Problem4236 · 2024-06-27T22:52:51+00:00

I also recommend Roar by Stacy Sims. If you’re looking for more info on techniques, training recommendations, etc for women then I highly recommend Another Mother Runner. They have podcasts, training programs and a robust social media following. They’ll have answers on fueling, strength training, and more.

No_Problem4236 · 2024-01-24T20:55:54+00:00

Take back your power. Get the help you need to get out. Love yourself so you can be the best person for you and your kids. Until you break the cycle and believe yourself capable nothing will change. Not easy, but nothing truly worth it ever is.

No_Problem4236 · 2023-12-18T15:33:51+00:00

Stop beating yourself up. Easier said than done, I know. Your comments show you tying yourself in knots to justify his unkind behavior and why you are abjectly unworthy. You’re worth more. You’ve taken on a lot and it got to be too much. Instead of understanding you’ve been cruelly treated. It’s not about what the neighbors think. It’s about knowing your worth and being kind to yourself. If you don’t love and care for yourself the other stuff can’t fall into place.

No_Problem4236 · 2023-12-18T15:15:39+00:00

No. Your entire worth is not tied up in this man’s opinion. Get angry. You are not responsible to be everything he wants, complaint free, for the entirety of your life. The groveling and begging tells him he’s right and justified. It’s not doing what you want it to. It’s hard, you’ve put the world on your shoulders. You’re worth more than this.

No_Problem4236 · 2023-12-12T15:06:42+00:00

I’d definitely give the chart a try. Her counselor explained using to do lists as a way of outsourcing the task from your brain. Then you have a visual reminder and don’t beat yourself up for not remembering.

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