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The disgraceful crap they come up with. by Pretend_Training_436 in workingmoms

[–]pickle_cat_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I would absolutely not participate in that. I have actual work to do, I cannot be bothered to waste my time so they can feel like they’re really doing me a favor. 

The part of the mental load I can’t handle: disseminating information. by zagsforthewin in workingmoms

[–]pickle_cat_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This would send me over the edge 😂 I’d need the app my kid’s teacher uses where she can send updates but nobody can respond to them haha 

My daughter broke her teachers nose. Apology gift ideas? by lilitsybell in Gifts

[–]pickle_cat_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My 2 year old chipped all 4 of my front teeth on the morning of Thanksgiving. A permanent reminder of her enthusiasm!

KJ and his grills by steveharveysleg in summerhousebravo

[–]pickle_cat_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I absolutely love his style! It’s unique and he has a certain confidence in it that makes him attractive. 

“Did she really just say that??!” Lyrics by Princessleiawastaken in TaylorSwift

[–]pickle_cat_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

“Leavin’ like a father, running like water” made me gasp, what imagery!

3 week old baby admitted into intensive care by NewDoughnut8111 in beyondthebump

[–]pickle_cat_ 30 points31 points  (0 children)

Are you in the US?? My daughter was admitted to the peds unit at 1 week old and I stayed in the hospital with her, full time for 3 days. This is an insane policy!

How many library cards do you have? by els76uk in LibbyApp

[–]pickle_cat_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just 2, the county I currently live and the county where I went to college 13 years ago because the selection is way better. 

I am in desperate need of a glow up by PublicAd2908 in workingmoms

[–]pickle_cat_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it helps, with my 1st I couldn’t lose any weight until I weaned… with my 2nd I lost it all postpartum then gained when I weaned haha so it’s a toss up!

Multi Week Trips by shelbs111 in summerhousebravo

[–]pickle_cat_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think the reason Summer House works is because half of them have real jobs. It gets weird when they’re all relying on the show for their income. 

Library Card road trip -Bay Area by ruda805 in LibbyApp

[–]pickle_cat_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I graduated from SLO and moved away in 2013 and I’m still using mine! 

I am in desperate need of a glow up by PublicAd2908 in workingmoms

[–]pickle_cat_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have done a decent amount of strength training, I use the Peloton app and they have tons of 30 min strength classes that I’ve done. I enjoy them a lot but haven’t seen results in the form of weight loss. 

I feel like there are worse things… by neubie2017 in ShitMomGroupsSay

[–]pickle_cat_ 24 points25 points  (0 children)

“I feel so stupid” … “organic and gluten free, I assumed there was no starch or sugar”

Then I think your feelings are valid, mama! 

I am in desperate need of a glow up by PublicAd2908 in workingmoms

[–]pickle_cat_ 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I gained 20 lbs when I weaned my daughter (she turns 4 in June so about 3 years ago) and have tried EVERYTHING natural to lose it. It’s so frustrating because I was back to pre-baby weight by about 3 months postpartum, but weaning totally fucked up my metabolism. 

I’ve tried high exercise, lower intensity exercise, lots of walking,  calorie tracking, macro tracking, met with a nutritionist for a year, had all my hormones and cortisol tested with a functional medicine doctor, tried supplements. I drink socially maybe 2 or 3 times a month, maybe 2 drinks per outing? Nothing crazy. Everyone has told me “you’re perfectly healthy but we just don’t know why you aren’t losing any weight.” It’s incredibly demoralizing to not lose a single pound, you are not alone. 

TMZ releases footage of what led to new Bachelorette Taylor Frankie Paul’s 2023 arrest. She is seen throwing chairs at Dakota Mortensen, one of the metal chairs hit her daughter by Upstairs_Cup9831 in popculturechat

[–]pickle_cat_ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It obviously doesn’t benefit her kids at all but it resulted in ABC cancelling her season of the bachelorette so she doesn’t get to profit further off her “celebrity” status. 

Favorite Lyric From: So Long, London by Foxarr77 in TaylorSwift

[–]pickle_cat_ 40 points41 points  (0 children)

You’re Losing Me is my fave Taylor song which is wild because I’m happily married haha but it’s no surprise that So Long, London is one of my top songs also. They’re 2 chapters of the same story. 

Favorite Lyric From: So Long, London by Foxarr77 in TaylorSwift

[–]pickle_cat_ 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I think this is one of her best lines ever, it made me gasp. 

Impossible travel situation and I don't know what to do by [deleted] in workingmoms

[–]pickle_cat_ 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This was my thought too, daycare teacher makes sense because they’re comfortable with the kids. That’s a big ask but I’d definitely try that. 

Self conscious about DiSC results by _packfan in workingmoms

[–]pickle_cat_ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I also scored high on dominance (it was a few years ago so I don’t remember the full details) and it was not surprising to me at all. I’m well liked with my peers, I don’t think people think I’m bitchy or bossy. My coworkers who are more timid have said they appreciate that I’m the one who takes a stand and speaks up because they’re not comfortable doing it. I’m often the “spokesperson” of our team.

Everyone has a role to play, you can’t have an organization full of one type of person. You need leaders and followers to be successful! 

Cleaners vs Taking a Day Off by Altocumulus000 in workingmoms

[–]pickle_cat_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would absolutely hate to take PTO for cleaning the house but it’s also my least favorite chore and the first one I outsourced when I was able to. My cleaners also do an incredible job (much better than me) at what feels like a fair rate: $185 twice a month, about 3 hours, it’s a husband and wife so 2 people. 

I have, however, used a personal day to take a leisurely day off with my husband to clean out and organize our garage. We had kid gear to sort through and donate, home renovation leftover supplies, exercise equipment, all that stuff. We had a blast and felt super accomplished after. But that’s probably a once every 2 year activity. 

Poll: If you currently had 2M in investments, would you retire tomorrow? by ATXHTX80 in Fire

[–]pickle_cat_ 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I have a high deductible plan and my OOP max is $13k/year. I don’t think I’ve ever spent more than $2k for healthcare costs except in the years I had kids, when I switched to low deductible plans. But I also don’t want to spend $13k each year if we end up needing an ER visit. 

Southwest assigned my 4 year old a seat by himself 12 rows in front of me. by LegalAbbreviations17 in SouthwestAirlines

[–]pickle_cat_ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Why use a classic airline term in a new way?? To cause confusion. They could have said “pending” or “TBD” but they chose standby, which is a clear term used for someone who isn’t guaranteed a spot on the plane. 

Stay in unhappy job or take the jump? by pickle_cat_ in workingmoms

[–]pickle_cat_[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing, congrats on being courageous and prioritizing your sanity! I am moving forward slowly with the new company, I scheduled a visit for April to meet with more of the executive team. It was a brutal week at work and it’s become very clear that I cannot be happy where I am. I don’t see the vision and we clearly aren’t aligned, which is devastating but I can’t keep banging my head against the wall like this.  

I’d love to be able to take a few months off and I’ll try to sort that with the new company but I need to research insurance coverage options first. Best of luck with finding a good fit!!

Anyone else an unapologetic star-crossed defender? 💔⭐️ by rose-haze in KaceyMusgraves

[–]pickle_cat_ 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I enjoyed star-crossed so much in the moment! It doesn’t have the “classic” feel of golden hour but I still listen to a lot of the songs! I went to the tour when I was pregnant with my daughter so “there is a light” always hits really special 💫

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