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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 2/24/2009 10:48:03 AM
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fluffmonkey
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(( Kylie)) Ouch, I feel for ya.
Kat, well atleast you have time to swing by the house thats is a good thing, Have you done anything before for your TMJ before seeing a oral surgen? I am very sure I have TMJ but I haven't went to see anyone about it, most time it doesn't hurt but it can get annoying with the jaw poping alot.
Some work days seem sooo slow.....today is one of them
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 2/24/2009 12:18:49 PM
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That's why on some of my IEP paperwork, I leave blanks in areas where I know the parents and/or other staff/teachers may object because it's predominately the special education teacher who writes the IEP with (some) input from the general education instructor. At least that is how ours are done here. Like you--I wish it was more of a team process, but it's VERY difficult to get everyone together (for any meeting). Usually I work around the parents' schedules as best as possible. I've had IEP meetings at 7:30 AM (or earlier) and as "late" as 3:30 PM thus far this year.
It can be a losing battle to try to find a time to meet. Most regular education teachers do not want to meet at 4 or 5 PM for a meeting. The "smart" special education teacher reply is, "I do 20 of these a year and I am only asking you to come to one." Or is that mean? 
I guess I have a sense of humor about meetings today as I have two IEP meetings today (during the day...yes, but at least one parent stays home so it worked best for them). Then I have a meeting with my son's teachers after school.
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 2/24/2009 1:03:22 PM
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And, I keep telling myself exactly that - they are planning for everyone, I'd leave work for a dr's appt at the same time. But, if I want to meet with 3 fifth grade teachers, 6 - ninth grade teachers, plus band, IEP, and guidence times two - that adds up to time away from work as well.
I joke that I'm going to set up 'office hours' at the library that is 1/2 mile away. I will be availalbe from 3:30 to 6pm if you would like to discuss my childs behavior.
I think the DONE at 3:30 makes me mad, but having it AT 3:30 is reasonable. I have to leave early, you have to stay late, but really - it is only 1/2 hour for each of us...DONE at 3:30 means I have to miss an hours work and you don't have to do ANYTHING.
Of course it is your job to talk to me, it is my responsiblity to talk to you. In other words, you are getting paid, I'm not.
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 2/27/2009 9:48:09 AM
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Oh, Kat. The doctors will help you out. I'll be praying...
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 2/27/2009 11:16:35 AM
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((Kat)) I will be praying for you! *hugs*
Work days just seem to catch up with you some days, I would rather be cuddle up some where on this rainy day then at work :/ 6 days a week can get to ya, saterday is only 1/2 day but having to get up on saterday for 1/2 day stinks sometimes and sunday is church so I can't use that day to sleep in... lol although I know soon enough I will be back to what-ever hours I can get and sometimes thats not alot at all... so I am greatful for what I am getting just tired lol
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 2/27/2009 1:29:43 PM
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Kat, I agree with Momma_Bee...the doc will help you! (((Praying for you)))
Well, I made it through my IEP meetings. Parents didn't show up on the one meeting, so we've had to reschedule it for right smack dab in the middle of parent teacher conferences. Yikes!
Anyway...it's Friday...that's always a plus.
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 3/2/2009 9:01:49 AM
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I don't know how to be laid-off.
I don't know how to clear my desk and I hate reminding people that I won't be here to do what we are talking about doing. I feel like I am trying to make them feel guilty.
I don't like hearing that I'm lucky to get a vacation or the package. I suppose I am, but when my co-workers say it, they sound jealous and I'd gladly switch places with them.
I don't know what to pack and what to leave. I don't want to leave anything that I couldn't walk away from. I would take a permanent job elsewhere if the opportunity presents itself. I don't want it to LOOK that way.
I'd take photos, but leave prints. I need to order supplies (and set stuff back for me to use when I come back) Would anyone open my file cabinet drawers? What about the ones on my desk?
And we are getting ZERO guidence. I am the only one going from my department. I feel sad saying that.
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 3/2/2009 3:40:11 PM
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Mbee, take everything that is your personal property.
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I need to order supplies (and set stuff back for me to use when I come back) Would anyone open my file cabinet drawers? What about the ones on my desk?
Everything is fair game. If it's in a cabinet or even the desk you use it probably will be taken. They will use up supplies on hand before ordering more.
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 3/2/2009 3:45:29 PM
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I agree with Kath, take all your personal property! All of your supplies will just get used up, before ordering more.. so I really wouldn't worry about ordering anything because someone will go through your stuff if they use your desk and file cabinet.
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 3/3/2009 7:37:28 AM
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I agree with the other ladies to be sure to take any and all personal property. Last year I left a trash can in another part of my school. Not a big deal really...figured I would get it back at the end of the year. It ended up getting squashed by a student 
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 3/4/2009 7:04:05 AM
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Kat - I feel for you. I hope the doctor's appt goes well... I was on zoloft through my teen years, and I want to go on it again, when I'm finished having my kids. I am tired of trying to fight my mind - esp, like you said - when you don't have the energy to do all things and wear the hundred hats and be every woman - why did Whitney ever make that song? Easy for someone to say who can hire someone else to be every woman for her. Anyhew, sorry, just pregnancy emotions welling up. I really hope the doctor helps you. It may only be for a season, too. I hope your season is quick with this, and that you'll be able to feel the Lord drawing ever closer to you.
This is probably the forum where I feel most at home. Must be because of the work thing, but I find that other women best understand me here. This is a refuge of a place to be, and thank God for all you ladies!!! This is not an easy thing (neither is staying home, or being a mom in general) to work outside the home, raise kids, AND be expected to be the "at home" portion of mom & wife too. Kudos to you ladies! 
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 3/4/2009 1:50:46 PM
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((Kylie)) I know those days are hard, but sometimes a simple prayer can make it so much better.
I hope your work day goes by very quickly! hope your day gets better. I have days like that and they seem to be so long and so hard...but you can make it through!
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 3/4/2009 10:33:09 PM
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Hello everyone....
I am a mother (2 kids, 16 & 10 yrs old) and I've been working at my job for 5 yrs now. I have worked 40 hrs a week up until the past couple of weeks. My hours were cut to part time hours, which was a blessing in a way because I can homeschool my youngest now.
I love my job but there are two negatives - being away from my children and the constant drama between my boss and the office manager.
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 3/5/2009 7:47:07 AM
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Drama at work means you don't need to watch it on TV at night - right? 
Still at a loss at work.
Stupid Plotter is bombing out on me and I don't have what it needs. Couldn't wait two weeks...
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 3/5/2009 11:39:28 AM
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((Momma_bee)) hang in there!
I am glad to hear things got better Kylie
Hey 3Rabbits!
I am sick!! I feel horrible and I don't want to be at work today! hopefully I can make it through the day...
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 3/5/2009 12:12:23 PM
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Hi Fluffmonkey!
I feel like you today.....I don't want to be here either. For the first time this week, the weather is great, and I want to be outside doing something besides being stuck in this office.
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 3/5/2009 12:19:27 PM
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quote:
ORIGINAL: Lyrach
Kat - I feel for you. I hope the doctor's appt goes well... I was on zoloft through my teen years, and I want to go on it again, when I'm finished having my kids. I am tired of trying to fight my mind - esp, like you said - when you don't have the energy to do all things and wear the hundred hats and be every woman - why did Whitney ever make that song? Easy for someone to say who can hire someone else to be every woman for her. Anyhew, sorry, just pregnancy emotions welling up. I really hope the doctor helps you. It may only be for a season, too. I hope your season is quick with this, and that you'll be able to feel the Lord drawing ever closer to you.
This is probably the forum where I feel most at home. Must be because of the work thing, but I find that other women best understand me here. This is a refuge of a place to be, and thank God for all you ladies!!! This is not an easy thing (neither is staying home, or being a mom in general) to work outside the home, raise kids, AND be expected to be the "at home" portion of mom & wife too. Kudos to you ladies!
Zoloft is safe for pregnancy and breastfeeding, so if you feel like you need something then talk to you OB/regular doctor!
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 3/5/2009 12:25:57 PM
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Thanks for pointing that out. I know that a lot of folks act like you can't have ANYTHING when you are expecting / nursing and it is good to be reminded it isn't true.
I heard a question on the radio today and I thought I'd throw it out here. (it would make a good thread, actually, but who has time....)
"If you could get rid of one 'mommy' job - what would it be"
I'd reword it to 'one of your responsiblities / chores' but still.
They talked about paying bills and scrubbing toliets.
I'd be happy if I never had to do dishes again.
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 3/5/2009 1:50:18 PM
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Laundry for sure! It sucks time, energy and SPACE!!! Maybe if I didn't devote so much time to keeping us in clean clothes, I could do a better job of keeping us in a clean HOUSE.
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 3/6/2009 11:05:27 AM
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If I didn't have to do dishes that would be nice :) I don't mind cooking but I hate washing dishes lol
Laundry wouldn't be so bad if I actually had my own washer and dryer.... instead of having to go some where else...
I still am sick and at work but I guess atleast its payday Whoohoo!!!
Hope everyone has a good day!
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RE: Working (outside the home) Wives/Moms Support Thread - 3/6/2009 11:14:51 AM
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That is too funny because I like doing laundry BECAUSE I go somewhere.
No more than 3 hours (not counting driving) and it is DONE. Less if I have help folding.
I'll take someones clothes if they do my dishes....
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