Stacey's First Competition Journal

[butterfly]

Originally posted by Stacey
I hate turning down co-workers for lunch--but I do it wayyyyyy too much--they pick on me here. I save my money & bring my lunch-- and today they gave me hell. Whatever.
She goes "YOU ARE GOING TOMORROW-IF I have to pay"

I don't want her to pay for my lunch, she paid the last time. Seeesh--- annoying.. I just dont' wanna go with them- I like to GET AWAY FROM WORK-Not eat With Work..

I'm such a bitch

and they want me to go to happy hour tomorrow-- (I never do) And they go "we are telling you today, so that tomorrow you can drop your dog off at your moms before work, and you won't worry about him"

Geez--I think I'm gonna say I forgot--sorry -- I'm just not a drinker (maybe on occasions-- once or twice a month--but hardly ever)

How do I get out of all this???

Sometimes you just have to suck it up and go. I've been to several work social events I didn't want to go to because I knew my boss expected it. The people that don't go to these things don't seem to get the promotions.

I'd pick going to lunch with them over drinks!

 

[BabsieGirl]

Hey Stacey, how are you feeling?


Hello everyone

 

[naturaltan]

my daughter wanted to do the family version, but apparently this is for Americans only. She was a little disappointed. Did you watch the couples FF last night? The couple that won most everything had to bail because the lady wouldn't have spiders crawl all over her ... ... for 1 million $$ and only one minute, at the very least, she should have given it a try.

 

[butterfly]

Originally posted by Stacey
I was only going to take 2 weeks off--but now have decided on 4.

There's no way you are going to want to leave that little angel after only 4 weeks honey!!! I'll be surprised if you even want to leave it with your mom so you and Matt can have a night out.

Babies are just too sweet!!!

 

[butterfly]

Originally posted by naturaltan
my daughter wanted to do the family version, but apparently this is for Americans only. She was a little disappointed. Did you watch the couples FF last night? The couple that won most everything had to bail because the lady wouldn't have spiders crawl all over her ... ... for 1 million $$ and only one minute, at the very least, she should have given it a try.

John says about the only thing he wouldn't do is eat intestines

Oh this subject is making me queesy

 

[Fitgirl70]

hey Stacey, how are you today babe? Everything is really good here, I guess. I'm eating the chicken and the carrots that I brought in today, good thing I did, so I didn't have to spend any additional money!!!

I'm ready for my boss to get on the plane though, so I can go home!

Oh....I started my tanning today!!! WOOO HOOO

 

[naturaltan]

Originally posted by butterfly
There's no way you are going to want to leave that little angel after only 4 weeks honey!!! I'll be surprised if you even want to leave it with your mom so you and Matt can have a night out.

Babies are just too sweet!!!

that's what I was thinking ... and seeing as how it might be a financial struggle at first, it's something that really should be discussed and both her and Matt have a sound understanding of what a huge change having a baby will be.

 

[JLB001]

Craig couldn't eat any of it. Hell, he won't even eat a chicken baked in the oven that is still on the bone. It has to be removed from the bone before he will think of having it.

I could do the spiders and bugs cralwing on me. Just can't eat them.

 

[Stacey]

Originally posted by butterfly
Sometimes you just have to suck it up and go. I've been to several work social events I didn't want to go to because I knew my boss expected it. The people that don't go to these things don't seem to get the promotions.

I'd pick going to lunch with them over drinks!

Hey BF-- I know, I will go to lunch tomorrow with her. But see its not my boss or any Head person doing this..its just 2 other girls that works here, and want to have drinks. No biggie. I did go with the 4 bosses for drinks last month (company thing) --so I was good and went. Although I didn't drink or eat.

 

[Stacey]

Originally posted by BabsieGirl
Hey Stacey, how are you feeling?


Hello everyone

Heya Babs!! I'm okay--crazy busy at work. How are you???? How ya feeling??

 

[Stacey]

Originally posted by butterfly
There's no way you are going to want to leave that little angel after only 4 weeks honey!!! I'll be surprised if you even want to leave it with your mom so you and Matt can have a night out.

Babies are just too sweet!!!

Oh I know--tell me about it girl-- Knowing me I will take off a year and Make Matt work 3 jobs---Lmao

 

[Stacey]

Originally posted by naturaltan
that's what I was thinking ... and seeing as how it might be a financial struggle at first, it's something that really should be discussed and both her and Matt have a sound understanding of what a huge change having a baby will be.

NT- I really really wish you would stop posting negative things about me wanting a baby!!! I Know they cost a lot, Matt and I have talked about it a lot..reason why we have waited for so long is because of financial reasons, we are ready now though-- The only time money will be tight with us is when I will be at home for 4-6 weeks. Thats why we have started saving NOW for that time. Please stop with the negative thoughts. Matt and I have discussed everything believe it or not. I know you don't like Matt..but he has done a big turnaround with the baby issues, etc. And I'm happy--so can you please just be happy for me sweetie~ Please?!

 

[naturaltan]

fair enough ... I apologize.

 

[Stacey]

Also- NT-
The MAIN Reason we have decided to go forward with this NOW is because of Health reasons...my chances of having a baby are getting very slim...and now is my best time..actually 6 months ago was better for me than now--but Now We are both ready and We are doing this. I definatley don't want to lose out on a chance to have a baby JUST b/c I don't make a lot of money. I am defianltey better off then all those teenagers out there having babies..or single moms that are 18 years old having children (nothing wrong with Those women --I am not Saying that--I'm just saying that Financially I am better off then them)

Also I have my very rich in-laws to help Us out if we ever needed anything..although I would never ask.. I know its there if its needed.

Please Naturaltan--be happy for me.. I'm SO HAPPY Right now-And Everytime I read a post from you-- I lose my smile and u make me upset.

 

[Stacey]

Thanks NT!

 

[Stacey]

David:

I just returned your money-- Make sure ya get it honey!!

And thank you SO much for wanting to donate to my comp-- I really appreciate it

 

[ncgirl21]

Oh, sweetie I'm so happy for you!! Your going to be a mommy!!

Don't let it discourage you about work either, 90% of the people that have babies aren't as financially ready as they'd like to be!!
Money doesn't make babies happy anyhow- love does!! And I'm sure your baby will have a ton of it!!

Do you have not have disability at your work? That usually will pay you for at least part of the time that you are off.

Do you want a little boy or girl?

Good luck sweetie!!

 

[Stacey]

awwwwwww thank you ncgirl soooo much!! That was soo sweet of you! Your right a baby needs Love way more than Money!!! I don't know- I need to check out the disability stuff. I'm hoping I won't be here much longer.. I have applied at a few places--and I'm looking into new home sales-- I have a hookup~!!! We were talking today--so that woulod be wonderful.

Umm I don't know what I want.. If I could choose though I would want a boy then a girl.. so the boy could take care of his sister-the same way my brother did for me. However, I really want just one child..so I would be happy with Either!

thanks girlie!!

 

[Stacey]

Tonights workout is One hour powerwalk with my babydog.

Biceps/ triceps

 

[butterfly]

Originally posted by Stacey
Hey BF-- I know, I will go to lunch tomorrow with her. But see its not my boss or any Head person doing this..its just 2 other girls that works here, and want to have drinks. No biggie. I did go with the 4 bosses for drinks last month (company thing) --so I was good and went. Although I didn't drink or eat.

Yes, hanging with the bosses when asked is a must

I don't drink when I go out with them either, just get a soda or water.

 

[Stacey]

Yep I had a diet coke with them

I am not going tomorrow night--but I will go to lunch with the two girls--but I'm suggesting it be healthy!

 

[shortstuff]

Hey Stacey I just saw that you and Matt are trying for a baby, CONGRATS!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Stacey]

Thank you sooo much Pam!!!!!!!!

Well the trying will begin in about a month --however I will be off my pills in 4 days!!

 

[Stacey]

kay time to go home.

When I get home I am changing clothes and going for another 5 mile powerwalk with Cody!! Its just sooo pretty outside!

 

[hikerchick]

Awwwww Honey! I just got caught up on your journal. I am SO happy for you - I want to give you a big hug! I'm sending lots of happy baby making vibes your way.

I think if people waited until they "thought" they were ready to have kids, financially or mentally, a lot of us would never have been born. You have the most important thing to give that that baby will ever want from you, love and support. Everything else is secondary.

 

[greekblondechic]

Hey sweetie,

I agree its important to spend time w/ the baby, I think you should try to look into possible work-from-home type things, I know they're out there and perfect for new moms.

 

[david]

Originally posted by Stacey
David:

I just returned your money-- Make sure ya get it honey!!

And thank you SO much for wanting to donate to my comp-- I really appreciate it

Hi Stacey!


Well, granted that I have been away technically all day (away from my desk but signed on to IM.com and then, I was running around in WPB until 12:00 aM. I just saw your post grabbing my attention to your journal and new announcement... what can I say?

I know.

I respect your wishes! I, of course, wish you the BEST of luck and a happy healthy baby! A HUGE congratulations to you of making this decision. As long as your happy, I am happy for you, Matt and your baby!!!

I wished you'd keep the money (I didn't get it back and who knows, somehow magically, maybe I WON'T get it back! I wished you'd keep it for the baby's gift! (Could be twins or triplets! )

But you know what? Stacey, I've always envision you as a strong woman and a tough gal through the good and the bad. That's probably my most favorite personality quality that I love about you! You have a classy way of handling things in life!

Kudos to you babe! You're one helluva cool gal!

 

[butterfly]

Morning girl!!!

 

[Stacey]

Originally posted by greekblondechic
Hey sweetie,

I agree its important to spend time w/ the baby, I think you should try to look into possible work-from-home type things, I know they're out there and perfect for new moms.

Heya Greeky!! I am going to a work from home seminar this weekend!!! (If they still have an opening seat)! So Excited~

 

[Stacey]

Originally posted by butterfly
Morning girl!!!

Morning Ann! What a beautiful day Huh!?! Love it! Hope you have a great one