I just wanna say -- the random comments thread

[yssie]

Hurting

Hugs, Autumn

I didn't read it, but I hope whatever it is soon goes away! Sending you good dreams.. of that acceptance letter..

 

[yssie]

Wish the mods would start another say-whatever-you-want-cause-it's-gonna-disappear thread. I'd have plenty to say.

 

[Loves Vintage]

On my drive into work this morning, leaves were falling from the trees like palm-sized yellow and red and orange snowflakes. My windshield was gently flooded with amber yellow leaves. I felt like I was driving through a painting. Sometimes, life is like a dream.

 

[princesss]

One of the things I'd forgotten about while M and I were together was how badly I want to go to Columbia for grad school. I started researching their programs again, and I've got a LOT of studying for the GMAT in my future. Also, if I get in, I have a boatload of debt in my future. Yikes!

 

[dragonfly411]

Autumn - HUGS I hope you are ok.

 

[Autumnovember]

Thanks guys...

One problem is resolved....it had to do with my best friend. I'm still not happy about what happened but I know I have to pick my battles and just move on.

The second problem has been going on for a while with someone else and I have to confront this person and make this person aware of my feelings because its been eating away at me.


Monnie, thanks for your as usual, great advice

You are all awesome.

 

[OUpearlgirl]

Some days working here can be a PITA. Today, though, I sold a dress to a girl that I really like. It made me feel good to see her and her mom SO HAPPY. I need to remind myself of these moments next time a bridezilla is driving me bonkers.

 

[junebug17]

I never realized how unpopular I am here on PS. I posted a dust request in FHH on Oct. 3 and 113 people read it. 19 responded, and a few of those were mine. Very small numbers compared to other posts. Rationally, I know it doesn't matter, with all I have going on it's ridiculous to even give this any thought, I'm a grown woman and it's stupid to even post something like this. I know I'll regret it the second I hit the submit button. But...I dunno...I've been a member of PS for over a year and post fairly regularly. People like me IRL, I guess I just don't come across well on the internet. I guess I'm just surprised...ugh, nothing like throwing myself a giant pity party. Silly to have hurt feelings about this.

 

[OUpearlgirl]

I never realized how unpopular I am here on PS. I posted a dust request in FHH on Oct. 3 and 113 people read it. 19 responded, and a few of those were mine. Very small numbers compared to other posts. Rationally, I know it doesn't matter, with all I have going on it's ridiculous to even give this any thought, I'm a grown woman and it's stupid to even post something like this. I know I'll regret it the second I hit the submit button. But...I dunno...I've been a member of PS for over a year and post fairly regularly. People like me IRL, I guess I just don't come across well on the internet. I guess I'm just surprised...ugh, nothing like throwing myself a giant pity party. Silly to have hurt feelings about this.

Hahah oohh Junebug, I often feel the same way. Check my signature. I'm kind of a ghost around here.

I think you're a great member, and I'm glad to have you here. I don't spend much time in FHH, so I never saw your request. I think there are probably a decent number of people on this board that feel the same way, it's just a big ole message board and some things get lost in the shuffle.

 

[dragonfly411]

Junebug - I didn't see your post, so I'm sorry I didn't respond but know that I always enjoy reading your posts when I catch them! I sometimes get caught up in the overwhelming amount of posts on here.

 

[Strawdermangrl]

I need to not take things so personally.

Lol, usually I am pretty much in one ear and out the other but today, it has been hard to shake. Oh, well, dinner with great friends will make that much better.

 

[Kaleigh]

Junebug,
I didn't see your thread, but just responded. I really enjoy your posts... You are a very valuable member of PS... I have had so much going on, so haven't been on PS that much. HUGS!!!!

 

[junebug17]

Thank you so much dragonfly, OUpeargirl and kaleigh! My gosh, you ladies have made me feel so much better, in spite of my feeling a little foolish now about my pity party. I guess I'm just very emotional because of everything going on with my mother. I think the stress of the situation is taking it's toll on me a little.

OUpeargirl, you are right of course...there's a lot going on on PS and some things are just going to get a little lost. I should certainly not take things so personally! I don't know what's gotten into me.

Kaleigh, thank you for your kind words, I know you are going through so much yourself right now and I really appreciate you taking the time to lend your support.

 

[dragonfly411]

Junebug - I think it helps to know that others are there and support and appreciate us. I talk on a horse related forum and we had a similar discussion this morning because there were new posters who felt like they weren't part of the "in" crowd and got ignored. I try to look at this as a community and I value everyone for their own unique reasons. I mostly get to know the people who post in hangout, LIW, brides, and family, and I enjoy everyone. You shouldn't feel bad at all. Sometimes it helps to have others there to support you, especially with things like this. ((HUGS))

 

[Porridge]

Junebug - don't worry, I think everyone feels like that sometimes. It's just there are so many threads and posters! You are certainly not unpopular.

Here's some *dust*

 

[zoebartlett]

Junebug -- I'm sorry that I didn't reply to your thread but I hadn't seen it. If I had, I would have sent my best wishes to your mom. I know what you mean about feeling like a ghost (I think that's how OU described it), but I wouldn't take this personally. Sometimes things do get lost in the shuffle, and I don't think anyone was trying to snub you.

 

[zoebartlett]

Dear Jurors,

Please do the right thing. You have no idea how many people are counting on you.

That's all.

 

[dragonfly411]

<---- is starving.

 

[Autumnovember]

<---- is starving.

<------ is too. sushi in 2 hours

 

[kama_s]

I rarely come over to this thread, but I am bursting at the seams here with no one to share it with. Hubby out for a work dinner, and none of my girlfriends are around.....sooooo, here are my silly two lines that don't really deserve any space on the internets: I just bought a cashmere Burberry scarf in the pattern I have been lusting for YEARS! They haven't carried this pattern the past two years. It's sooo soft and smushy. WINTER, bring it on!

It's great having a crazy job, because you never ever get to spend anything you make. So, every now and then I can splurge on something like this. Hubby would probably have a fit, but he's the kind of guy who contemplates for weeks over the littlest thing. Impulse just does not belong in his dictionary!

 

[kama_s]

Packrat: Yeesh, how frustrating. I can't believe you're so calm! I'd be biting my hubby's head off.

Monnie: I have my fingers crossed for your beau. I'm sure the surgery will go smoothly and he will have a speedy recovery.

AutumnNovember: Huge giant hug. Hope you resolve the other issue that's bothering you.

Junebug: Aww shucks. I haven't read your post, but my well wishes are with you. Is your mum ill? I don't spend too much time on PS anymore, so I probably missed your thread/post.

 

[princesss]

My friend is helping me move on Saturday. He's renting a truck and using it to help me move Saturday AM and then using it for work Sat PM. I didn't think anything of it until my friend J said, "Man, that guy has a serious crush on you." Now I'm worried that I'm taking advantage even though 15 minutes ago I was blissfully ignorant and not worried at all about this.

Also, I am taking M (my ex) out for drinks tomorrow. He's in a really horrible situation right now that overrides me saying we wouldn't be friends. Despite me telling people I'm not worried, and that I can draw a hard line with him (which I can), I'm worried he's going to get drunk and it'll get awkward. Who am I kidding? He's going to get drunk and it's going to get awkward. But I can't let him go through this alone.

 

[Strawdermangrl]

My friend is helping me move on Saturday. He's renting a truck and using it to help me move Saturday AM and then using it for work Sat PM. I didn't think anything of it until my friend J said, "Man, that guy has a serious crush on you." Now I'm worried that I'm taking advantage even though 15 minutes ago I was blissfully ignorant and not worried at all about this.

Also, I am taking M (my ex) out for drinks tomorrow. He's in a really horrible situation right now that overrides me saying we wouldn't be friends. Despite me telling people I'm not worried, and that I can draw a hard line with him (which I can), I'm worried he's going to get drunk and it'll get awkward. Who am I kidding? He's going to get drunk and it's going to get awkward. But I can't let him go through this alone.

Princesss- Girl, congrats on the move- I have friends like that and you just have to be able to make it sure that you express your interest in JUST being friends. Don't worry, you aren't doing anything horrible, you are just accepting the assistance of a friend who wants to help and is willing to. Just make sure if the subject comes up or there is a chance for you to kind of breach it, do it. Just my .02, I have been there before and done it wrong and then have done it right, it is much more smooth the right way!

Drinks with the ex, huh? That can always be hard,not can but almost always is. Chin up and if any point you feel that things are turning toward that awkward place, call it a night. No shame in putting your foot down and calling that line as you've drawn it. Don't let your good intentions and nature be taken advantage of because of his hard situation and over indulgence in the gpaws ol' cough meds. You are a strong girl, I know that, but it is always a hard thing to see someone that 1) you have/do care about go through a hard time 2) put yourself out there for support when you might still harbor some feelings. My ex is getting married tomorrow, a little after a year after we broke up. When we broke up it was because he was going through something horrible, as well. He needed to focus on getting better and I was trying to be there for him- it almost killed me. I didn't want to not have him in my life, so I put myself out there as a 'supportive friend' it broke me apart, to be honest. Then he started seeing someone, in spite of his hard time and that ran me down. I just don't want to see you get hurt because you are being a good person.

 

[princesss]

Thanks, hun.

Re: the friend, you're right. I need to be clear if the situation comes up. He's a great guy, but the combination of the fact that I'm recently single and the fact that he used to date a good friend of mine would make it a no-go even if he was my type (which he definitely isn't). But he's a very sweet guy, and it will definitely make moving a lot easier.

Re: drinks with the ex. Oh boy. I really don't want to be friends (actually, just our exchange about drinks makes me want to kick him in the shins for not making a freaking decision), I don't think it's a good idea, but up until he moves home (Nov. 10) he doesn't really have anybody else here. So I feel like I can handle it for a few hours tonight. We're both busy, so this will probably be the only chance we get to hang out. He just needs a chance to break down, if that makes sense.

Oh well. By tomorrow night all of this should be history. Now...what to do tomorrow night? I need a way to celebrate my new apt.

 

[dragonfly411]

<---- is starving.

<------ is too. sushi in 2 hours

ME TOO! I had a sushi box at a local place. Mexican roll, spicy tuna and california. It was mmmm

 

[dragonfly411]

Princess - Despite how it will be awkward, I am proud of you for looking past that to the fact that he probably needs someone to talk to right now. Sometimes we have to reach out, even when we don't really want to.



It's Friday. Tomorrow I get to go to a fun arts fair and a baby shower.

 

[Strawdermangrl]

Thanks, hun.

Re: the friend, you're right. I need to be clear if the situation comes up. He's a great guy, but the combination of the fact that I'm recently single and the fact that he used to date a good friend of mine would make it a no-go even if he was my type (which he definitely isn't). But he's a very sweet guy, and it will definitely make moving a lot easier.

Re: drinks with the ex. Oh boy. I really don't want to be friends (actually, just our exchange about drinks makes me want to kick him in the shins for not making a freaking decision), I don't think it's a good idea, but up until he moves home (Nov. 10) he doesn't really have anybody else here. So I feel like I can handle it for a few hours tonight. We're both busy, so this will probably be the only chance we get to hang out. He just needs a chance to break down, if that makes sense.

Oh well. By tomorrow night all of this should be history. Now...what to do tomorrow night? I need a way to celebrate my new apt.

hooray for new starts and apartments!!! I would say, while unpacking, a good bottle of wine and some loud music that puts a smile on your face with a good girlfriend. Laughter is awesome.

 

[princesss]

Thanks, hun.

Re: the friend, you're right. I need to be clear if the situation comes up. He's a great guy, but the combination of the fact that I'm recently single and the fact that he used to date a good friend of mine would make it a no-go even if he was my type (which he definitely isn't). But he's a very sweet guy, and it will definitely make moving a lot easier.

Re: drinks with the ex. Oh boy. I really don't want to be friends (actually, just our exchange about drinks makes me want to kick him in the shins for not making a freaking decision), I don't think it's a good idea, but up until he moves home (Nov. 10) he doesn't really have anybody else here. So I feel like I can handle it for a few hours tonight. We're both busy, so this will probably be the only chance we get to hang out. He just needs a chance to break down, if that makes sense.

Oh well. By tomorrow night all of this should be history. Now...what to do tomorrow night? I need a way to celebrate my new apt.

hooray for new starts and apartments!!! I would say, while unpacking, a good bottle of wine and some loud music that puts a smile on your face with a good girlfriend. Laughter is awesome.

Okay, clearly we're meant to be friends. That is exactly the plan I have with 2 friends.

Also, I have more books than I care to count. I have 4 or 5 boxes full of books, then every box I pack also has books shoved into it. I think the #1 piece of furniture I need to build is bookshelves. Lots of them.

 

[Strawdermangrl]

Thanks, hun.

hooray for new starts and apartments!!! I would say, while unpacking, a good bottle of wine and some loud music that puts a smile on your face with a good girlfriend. Laughter is awesome.

Okay, clearly we're meant to be friends. That is exactly the plan I have with 2 friends.

Also, I have more books than I care to count. I have 4 or 5 boxes full of books, then every box I pack also has books shoved into it. I think the #1 piece of furniture I need to build is bookshelves. Lots of them.

Obviously. Also, I would recommend breaking in new apartments garden tub? (you must have one of those??) good book, wine and bubbles= awesome night!

 

[April20]

It's 2:00 and I'm still in my pajamas.