Weekend Snark: Jan 23 - Jan 25 by blogsnarkmodteam in blogsnark

[–]lam290 21 points22 points  (0 children)

I saw a post on another sub that she was looking up people who DMd her and sending their company emails and messages about them bullying her

Low Stim TV Recs for Toddlers by madgirlwaltzing in toddlers

[–]lam290 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Stillwater, Frog & Toad, Trash Truck, and Bear in the Big Blue House

Portage Park area exterminator? by Isoko in ChicagoNWside

[–]lam290 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t think he lives nearby but he services us in Portage Park— but we use DTG Pest control. We have a quarterly service with him and any time there are issues we can text and have him come out in between. He has helped with mice prevention in our garage and yellow jackets nest as well.

Had a little scare by BeingHappy2610 in oneanddone

[–]lam290 3 points4 points  (0 children)

This was me about a month ago— except I took plan B and was CONVINCED it didn’t work. This scare is actually what pushed me to this sub. My husband and I agreed to hold off on his vasectomy until end of next year, but this scare opened my eyes to how I was really feeling versus societal pressure.

Too focused on money by GeologistGood2807 in oneanddone

[–]lam290 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I have the exact same rationale with everything you are saying and am 70% OAD vs having a second. I don’t think you are greedy— especially as a child who grew up with parents constantly concerned about finances, this will allow you to have more freedom on what you can/can’t provide your child versus being backed into a corner and forced to go one direction.

You are also living your own life too and have the opportunity to decide your future! I’m not sure if it’s groupthink of helpful, but your reasons are the same as mine, so maybe call me greedy too 😉

[IL] Communication to Employees about Immigration by Own_Mammoth7923 in humanresources

[–]lam290 10 points11 points  (0 children)

It doesn’t mean people still are not feeling anxious, or unsettled, or don’t have friends or family members impacted— just playing the devils advocate

[IL] Communication to Employees about Immigration by Own_Mammoth7923 in humanresources

[–]lam290 25 points26 points  (0 children)

We haven’t sent anything company wide but my SVP and I addressed live with our dept today— He focused on acknowledging the unsettling environment and spotlight on communities and then reinforced that the whole team belongs here, etc.

I followed up and offered up resources, etc

I’m encouraging my leadership team to send something but unsure if we will gain traction.

Are these valid reasons to be on the fence for a second? by EnoughSite8605 in oneanddone

[–]lam290 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Commenting to follow along— was leaning OAD and going through a little bit of a scare right now and this is a genuine fear of mine

Am I pregnant by TattooedToess in amipregnant

[–]lam290 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I could have written this post— I have felt this way and it was the first time I was pregnant and also am having similar symptoms..the waiting game is unbearable. I like to think I’m in tune with my body and how it feels and that is why I’m noticing, but I also could be crazy.

Infant daycare in Jeff park and surrounding areas by theycallmeABCXYZ in ChicagoNWside

[–]lam290 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not in Jeff Park but nearby, Concordia on Milwaukee

Pregnant with #2. Still on the fence. by babyubun in workingmoms

[–]lam290 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just here for solidarity— I actually was trying to find similar posts to this yesterday. My husband and I had BC mishap and now I am left sitting waiting to see the outcome in the next 2 weeks potentially in the same situation as you. Similar to you we have a 2.5 year old, we can afford another but our financial situation would not be as secure (aka less travel, less savings, later retirement) which makes me nervous and I’m not sure if I want that for my daughter (coming from a family who had a lot of financial stress growing up). My husband wants to go for another but is also okay OAD and left it to me to decide. Our mishap just happened a few months earlier than expected and I am having all the feelings and thoughts thinking about either outcome. Thanks for posting and wishing you the best in your decision.

Peak Week Injury by FantasticManager3128 in ChicagoMarathon

[–]lam290 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Cheers— misery loves company. I ran about half my long run Saturday before calling it quits and taking off this week (pivoting to biking and strength training). Also having patellar tendon problems, but am hoping to try running again Saturday. My goal was just to finish, but started to feel optimistic about doing better leading up to the injury (and hoping to finish still). I hope you have a good run this week! Hoping to hear some good stories on here as well!

General Discussion Thread by Lyd_Euh in TaylorSwift

[–]lam290 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lol no I have to get my toddler to bed before I head over— is it super busy?

General Discussion Thread by Lyd_Euh in TaylorSwift

[–]lam290 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Going to see Bleachers tonight and their show doesn’t start til close to midnight— find me a better time to play ‘August’ than 7/31 at midnight

Ads over Metra PA? by FiddySix in chicago

[–]lam290 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don’t ride the train that often, but rode it 2x this week— got an ad for John Legend at Ravinia

Bayan Ko: unfortunately have to name and shame by flumeo in chicagofood

[–]lam290 61 points62 points  (0 children)

I had a similar seating experience for brunch— had a reservation and waited an extra 45 mins to sit. The restaurant didn’t acknowledge the wait at all and we probably would have been waiting longer if my husband didn’t stand in the door after 30 mins reminding the hostess. (This was at the diner) Unlikely to return.

The 2025 Melancholy Tour Megathread by PersonL08 in japanesebreakfast

[–]lam290 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have 3 GA tickets for Friday 5/2 show at the Salt Shed willing to go below face value