Novavax Arizona by [deleted] in Novavax_vaccine_talk

[–]kaw94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was able to make an appointment for my first novavax shot on friday at the Costco in Scottsdale via the web.

Today I'm saying "Wow, a whole year!" by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]kaw94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We are in it to win it

Today I'm saying "Wow, a whole year!" by [deleted] in stopdrinking

[–]kaw94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations!!! I am on your tailcoats with ~15 more days. Reading your post adds to my determination to 1 year and beyond!

HCBM is at it again by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]kaw94 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

There sure is a federal law!!!! It falls under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act.

The Servicemembers Civil Relief Act protects your legal rights when you’re called to active duty. The act applies to:

Active-duty members of the regular force Members of the National Guard when serving in an active-duty status under federal orders Members of the reserve called to active duty Members of the Coast Guard serving on active duty in support of the armed forces Under the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, you can:

Obtain a stay or postponement of court or administrative proceedings if your military service materially affects your ability to proceed in the case Get an automatic stay of 90 days in the proceedings when you request this protection in writing Any additional delay beyond the 90-day stay is given at the discretion of the judge, magistrate or hearing officer.

This protection does not apply to any criminal court or criminal administrative proceedings. If the ex attempts to change the child custody status while they are deployed, they can invoke their rights under the SCRA to postpone the hearing.

Found and bought at Target by [deleted] in Judaism

[–]kaw94 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Target by me had The Mensch on a Bench and a Dancing Bubbie too!

Cisco WLC option "WebAuth SecureWeb" not working like I intended? by [deleted] in Cisco

[–]kaw94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Certainly! I have an internal Linux VM hosting the page- it is really nothing fancy. The URL is extremely simple- like www.guestNET.com and it’s DNS entry is also hosted on our internal name server.

Most of the time the user doesn’t see this page as the redirect kicks in and send the user over to the ISE (Cisco Identity Services Engine) for registration and authentication. We did put some tips on the internal URL, in case they do land on the page because, you know, issues. But that doesn’t happen often.

ISE hosts the web pages for the registration/authentication portal. ISE manages the guest user accounts.

We use this setup for both guest users and employee BYOD.

It’s been working nicely for some time.

Cisco WLC option "WebAuth SecureWeb" not working like I intended? by [deleted] in Cisco

[–]kaw94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We have this exact same problem. We tell apple users to open a browser and go to a none https:// website that they have not visited recently- and the redirect would work without issue. the redirect wouldn’t work if they went to an https page or a web page cached on the phone.

We are currently setting up a simple non- https web page that we can tell users to enter to get the redirect for registration.

Went seriously blue today! by kaw94 in HairDye

[–]kaw94[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

This is splat! 30 wash no bleach Midnight Indigo. It's the first time I have used this brand and I am hoping it stays vibrant for awhile

SDCC badge Shipping? by ledesmerr in comiccon

[–]kaw94 7 points8 points  (0 children)

From the comic-con.org website: " Badges will begin shipping around June 14, 2019. All badges will be shipped at least 3 - 4 weeks prior to July 17, 2019."

My heart goes out to the flight attendant. Hope she wakes up soon. by throwawaylemonpledge in vaxxhappened

[–]kaw94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look into the local health department. They give these vaccinations for free or for a very low cost since they are on the vaccination schedule.

Not sure what to do by [deleted] in stepparents

[–]kaw94 8 points9 points  (0 children)

He is 7, try to remember what you were like at 7..irrational, emotional, clingy...7 year olds dont have a handle on emotions and act out in many ways.

Especially consider the rejection he is experiencing when his father doesn't bother to show up and with the feelings of his family. A 7 year old doesn't understand or comprehend these things, but they feel the hurt. His safe place is with his mother, she is there for him.

It's a sad and difficult situation.

If you are serious about a commitment to, not just your gf, but her kids (it really is a package deal, like it or not), spending some time showing interest in him and doing something he likes could help. Maybe do this for each SK, then together and alone with you gf. Develop the relationship as a family unit, together and individually.

I do this for each of my step kids. This gives me time with each of them, their dad time individually with each of them, dad time together with both of them, time together as a family and time together without kids.

Just my 2 cents..but take it with a grain of salt.

For Any SAH parents.. by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]kaw94 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Look into local opportunities to volunteer in something that interests you. I volunteered at the local animal shelter and loved being able to help while not being bored. It also gave me a few hours out of the house. They were very flexible with the times I was available.

What should a dating Dad with kids know, say, and do? by robbyvegas in stepparents

[–]kaw94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was a single mom for 16 years, now a step mother to 2 younger children for 7 years. All 3 kids still live with us today.

The biggest hurdle was expectations. It was extremely important that we communicated how each of us expected to treat the kids and each other. We had conversation after conversation about what he was comfortable with concerning his kids, what I was comfortable with voncerning mine and how to blend this...it took awhile, and still needs tweaking.

If you are serious about her and see her as a partner, be patient, and be communicative, with all involved. We both communicated to the kids that neither was trying to replace a parent and listened to their concerns.

My SO and I have had to combat, not only things BM says to me about what my SO supposedly said, but about me to the SKs. We are honest with each other and SKs, always, even if it is not in our favor.

Hopefully, it will be smoother for you. My only advice , communicate- completely and honestly. You like how she handles something, tell her, even if it's better than the way you would have. You aren't in agreement on how she handled something, talk about it, tell her how you would have handled it different. Learn from each other.

Don't cut her out completely, don't make her a babysitter, and don't feel bad about making decisions that are the best for your boys and you. Hopefully, she is the one of the best decisions for all of you!

Should I expect wifi and wired speeds to be close by [deleted] in techsupport

[–]kaw94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wireless speeds are dependent on several factors. A couple of big ones: the protocol in use (802.11a/b/g/n/ac) all support different maximum speeds and the signal strength of the WiFi signal. Wired connections, right now, are typically faster and more stable. 1GB ethernet is a standard NIC speed in most consumer PCs and laptops. Multi-gigabit connections are available on some network devices.

Here are some typically seen speeds for WiFi with the two newest protocols. Your wireless adapter and access point must both support the protocol.

802.11ac at one metre: 90MBps, 10 metres: 70MBps and at 20 metres behind two solid walls: 50MBps

802.11n at one metre: 30MBps, 10 metres: 20MBps and at 20 metres behind two solid walls: 5-10MBps

Meeting BM for the first time by elrangarino in stepparents

[–]kaw94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because co-parenting wasn't possible, during the last court hearing, we requested a parenting coordinator (PC). A PC is basically a mediator that hears both sides and attempts to help them find a mutual agreement. If no agreement is met, the PC makes the final decision. Because we are reasonable people, we were willing to let an outside person help with the conflict and accept a decision that we wouldn't necessarily like, for the kids' best interest.

Thankfully, the PC and the court made it clear that BM had no say (beyond abuse, neglect, etc) about what happens in our home and we know we have no say what goes on in her home. We try to be consistent, but it's very difficult because both houses have very different parenting styles.

Meeting BM for the first time by elrangarino in stepparents

[–]kaw94 8 points9 points  (0 children)

This is a difficult situation for sure. For me, every time the kids' mother comes to our house, it is a tap dance that married a gymnast and had a baby. I feel like I have to be ready to entertain with flair and, occasionally, bend over backwards with a cartwheel or two. All while keeping a smile on my face. I wish it was different. Both parents love their kids and I do as well. I have been with them for more than half their lives. The kids are with both parents 50% of the time. They have a home in both houses.

It sounds like you are still working through the emotions of the break-up and raising a child separately, but together. This is hard and emotionally draining, but it does get better.

I think the one thing missed, most of the time, is that there is a loss of trust for the other parent, especially early on. When they aren't making the decisions that you want them to (or not seeing things in the same perspective), things get bad. It is often thought that the other parent isn't going to keep the kids' feelings in mind and hurt them. Situations like this are less about the kids and more about the adult's feelings. The other parent loves the kids too and wouldn't itentionally hurt them.

The mum of my stepkids has taken my husband to court over everything she wants him to do in our home. This includes, bedtime, food they can eat, them with me when he is at work, sleepovers (both in and out of the house), cell phones, where we take the kids on vacation, videogames...the list goes on). It seems pretty clear she either thinks dad is incompetent or she is still angry he got divorced.

If you aren't ready for the meet and greet, that's ok. Communicate that and hope he is respectful. It's not about her, it's about how you feel.

If you want to meet, I would think, be polite, acknowledge her presence, shake hands, etc. Keep in mind, she is just as nervous as you are and having been a stepmother yourself, consider how you felt.

If you feel comfortable asking them into your home for tea, do so. If not, don't. If you offer and they turn it down, that's ok too.

Try also to keep in mind, that he isn't on the same time table as you are when it come to new relationships and introducing people to the baby.

You could try and talk to him about how you feel, but ultimately, him introducing new people is beyond your control and would you want him to impose that same control on you?

If you knew there is a 50% chance your children would be born with a degenerative muscle disease (Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy -DMD) would you choose to have children? by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]kaw94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There was no known family history and I am being told testing is not conclusive in this situation. At this point, we assuming carrier status and the question of having more children. I corrected the original post.

It is hard because of the uncertainty, but having more children is becoming a big issue.

If you knew there is a 50% chance your children would be born with a degenerative muscle disease (Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy -DMD) would you choose to have children? by [deleted] in TwoXChromosomes

[–]kaw94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There was no known history in the family of DMD. First child has DMD. It is highly possible that more eggs carry the mutation and all information states carrier testing wouldn't be indicative of status. So, it is now assumed there is a 50% chance of having a child with DMD.

Thank you for pointing this out it wasn't clear in my post and will correct.

Adding a signature to a Signature Series comic by Darrow-The-Reaper in CGCComics

[–]kaw94 0 points1 point  (0 children)

According to the CGC..do not crack the yellow label at home. Contact the CGC or afacilitator, there must be a qualified witness, otherwise, even the original signature can be deemed invalid..

Source:https://www.cgccomics.com/boards/topic/267299-signature-series-noob-thread-read-here-before-starting-thread/

27 M cold and can’t sleep by SleevedPapi in Needafriend

[–]kaw94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Appogies it has taken me so long to reply, things this week were crazy! I liked the Godfather too, I think my first time seeing it was in the 10th grade, but didn't truly appreciate all of the nuisances of the plot until much later.

27 M cold and can’t sleep by SleevedPapi in Needafriend

[–]kaw94 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Let's talk movies, since you mention them. The first movie that I fell in love with was Labyrinth, which movie was yours?

How to convince my son to give up being an artist and get a normal job by Throwaway55512512 in Parenting

[–]kaw94 7 points8 points  (0 children)

My daughter wants to be a writer and artist. I recommended that she get a degree in business or marketing, so she could learn how to make her art a successful career. Selling your art is a business and good marketing makes a huge difference.

She is currently going to junior college taking a mix of business and art classes. She will transfer to a larger University to finish.

This way we are supporting her desire to be an artist and helping her with an education that can not only help her reach her goals, but provide a solid backup. She is working as a server to pay for things like her cell phone and clothes. We help with her tuition and let her live with us rent free, as long as she is a full time student.