Comments for okay, peanut.

Comment on i surrender. by Amanda

Amanda — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 16:59:35 +0000

That, SUCKS! I’ll keep it PG, but I have a few choice, adult words to describe this situation as well. If you need someone to gripe to, I’m happy to listen. You’ve totally earned the right to be a more than a little pissed, even if it does go against your usually happy and optimistic nature. When the dark clouds clear, I hope whatever is waiting for you will be a great surprise…something you didn’t even know you were looking for. I had a very long, very hard job search when we moved. I regret spending most of that time worrying about my next job. In hindsight, I wish I had had more faith that things would be okay, and enjoyed the rare break. After all, nobody says on their death bed, “I wish I had worked more.” Something will come. In the meantime, don’t let it get you down too much. Get an iced coffee, go for a pedicure, and remember your friends and family always love you.

Comment on i surrender. by msmary1962 in Jail (@msmary_Injail)

msmary1962 in Jail (@msmary_Injail) — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 01:54:42 +0000

My husband has a job being laid off and then going to school for almost 2 years. School and unemployment ended and still no job, thank goodness he has one now and we even have insurance for the first time in almost 4 years. It is hard and you will get angry and depressed but there is hope. He was under qualified, or mostly overqualified and they still did not understand that yes he was overqualified but the kids still needed to eat. Don’t let it take you to far down it was not your fault, your not a bad worker, or lazy because you were laid off you were just one of the unlucky ones that lost a job due to no fault of your own. There are places to go and things to do and unemployment is a blessing. If you need to go back to school (that will stop at least your loans) I don’t know about where you live but there are things like WIA and others that help with training for something different. Keep your head up and remember, it will get better.

Comment on sad. by Shelley Oswald (@Momma_oz)

Shelley Oswald (@Momma_oz) — Wed, 07 Sep 2011 19:09:06 +0000

This past weekend, my youngest was washing his tooth he lost and dropped it down the drain… he came to me clearly upset and told me what happened. I told him it was ok and that the tooth fairy would understand if he wrote a letter to him/her. (he’s 8 btw) he starts explaining that he wanted to take it to show his Dad… (shared custody, split houses etc)again, very serious… on the brink of tears… So I thought maybe the tooth fairy there was more generous than he/she is at my house so I asked him if he wanted the tooth fairy to visit there instead of here. He looks at me DEAD SERIOUS and says “No! I just wanna SHOW dad… then I wanna bring the tooth back here for the tooth fairy” He was seriously upset but it caught me soooooooo off guard that I smiled and chuckled a little bit… then came the tears. Talk about a mom fail! We all do it. we don’t mean too… but contrary to popular belief, we ARE human and make mistakes. Unfortunately, I have many many many more of these “ooops” moments… this one is just the most recent. Just know, I will NOT be nominated for mother of the year any time soon… and of course once I disassembled the pipes in the bathroom and retrieved the lost tooth, then I was once again Supermom in his eyes… it’s a roller coaster…

Comment on regrouping. by sunshine & starlitwishesda

sunshine & starlitwishesda — Thu, 01 Sep 2011 01:32:48 +0000

One day at a time is a personal thing I’ve slowly started to work towards as well. It’s hard, but definitely helps!
Kudos to keeping up with the burpee challenge- tough stuff there! Good luck with getting back into the mamavation swing!

Comment on regrouping. by Toni

Toni — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 18:42:58 +0000

Oh Anxiety! Not sure what is going on in your life but I hope that it is something that you can overcome. I understand having to force myself to enjoy today and not worry about the future. The wonderful people that do that automatically amaze me!

Good Luck on getting back on track and the fact that you are keeping up with burpees is awesome! I keep stopping at 3, uggghhhh!

Comment on regrouping. by Janice - The Fitness Cheerleader

Janice - The Fitness Cheerleader — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 16:59:45 +0000

Yes – enjoy the moment now – for this IS the good stuff – this IS what life is about – it’s all about perspective. Now turn your frown upside down

Have a great week!

Comment on regrouping. by Andrea Emilien (@AndreaEmilien)

Andrea Emilien (@AndreaEmilien) — Wed, 31 Aug 2011 12:15:29 +0000

Hi! I’m new to Mamavation but your post has really struck a cord with me. One day at a time…..that is perfect advice! Good luck to you!!

@AndreaEmilien

Comment on mamavation: just here. by Single Life 2 Married Wife

Single Life 2 Married Wife — Thu, 25 Aug 2011 01:03:26 +0000

New to your blog and a Earthquake brought me here! I need to snoop around a little to figure out more about you. Looking forward to it! XOXO Elizabeth

Comment on mamavation: just here. by Shelley Oswald (@Momma_oz)

Shelley Oswald (@Momma_oz) — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 16:52:46 +0000

Hug and peaceful thoughts sent your way. I’m uber impressed with your NSV… Stress eating is my biggest downfall! Hang in there – I know you will come out on top on the otherside of whatever is challenging you HUGS!

Comment on mamavation: just here. by smallworldbiggirl

smallworldbiggirl — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 21:41:15 +0000

Not stress eating is a HUGE non-scale victory! Congratulations on that!

Hope this week is less stressful and you’re back to your sunshiney self soon.

Comment on mamavation: just here. by craftsbykatie

craftsbykatie — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 15:58:15 +0000

Hugs! I’m proud of you for that non-scale victory. It’s such a major one. Take deep breathes and remember that we’re all here to support you.

Comment on mamavation: just here. by Megan @mnmspecial

Megan @mnmspecial — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 14:09:28 +0000

I’m sorry you are feeling less sun shiney than usual. Hopefully this issue that is tugging at you resolves quickly. Good job not stress eating.

Comment on mamavation monday: zen. by craftsbykatie

craftsbykatie — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 19:08:41 +0000

Yes! You found the sweet spot as I call it. You have the most beautiful attitude right now. I know you’re going to do wonderful.

Comment on shoes? by Aunt Joan

Aunt Joan — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 18:25:32 +0000

Love it!!!

Comment on mamavation monday: zen. by MrsFatass

MrsFatass — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 23:51:45 +0000

I love your positive attitude! I often find that my toughest battle is with my brain, and it looks like you have yours trained well. Have a great week!

Comment on mamavation monday: zen. by Shelley Oswald (@Momma_oz)

Shelley Oswald (@Momma_oz) — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 21:55:54 +0000

you are in a beautiful place right now and I love it! Just remember sometimes you have to see big picture and overall, you are approaching your goal!

Comment on mamavation monday: zen. by minski

minski — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 19:58:32 +0000

Hope your week is fabulous, as well! So glad we have the fabulous Sistas – it truly does make a difference!

Comment on mamavation monday: zen. by Stacie

Stacie — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 19:47:57 +0000

Good for you with sticking with it! I agree that the Sistahood helps keep my head above water, even when I have an off week.

Have a great week!

Comment on mamavation monday: zen. by minski

minski — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 19:05:21 +0000

Here’s to hoping we both stay on track! It truly is a fabulous feeling when things are going right. Hope your week is fabulous, as well!

Comment on mamavation monday: zen. by minski

minski — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 19:04:38 +0000

Yes, you’re right – family active time IS the best! I’m committing to getting better at being active. We can do this!!!

Comment on mamavation monday: zen. by Andrea Kruse

Andrea Kruse — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 17:51:17 +0000

Good for you! I identify with that… I am not a half-way gal either. When I am on the right track and walking everyday, eating well, etc. I feel great and I keep it up. Once derailed it is hard to get back up to the energy and motivation needed. I hope you have another great week! Being healthy & feeling good is much more important than any number on the scale.

Comment on mamavation monday: zen. by monica young

monica young — Mon, 15 Aug 2011 17:37:58 +0000

Great approach. I think that I identify with you. When I am lazy I am very good at it. I have to get better at being active. Family active time is the best. Hugs

Comment on coffee delivery. by minski

minski — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 18:19:49 +0000

LOL – she might ship to you, but I don’t think you’d want it once it arrives!

Comment on back to mamavation reality. by minski

minski — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 18:18:18 +0000

Yes, I can!!! Thank you!

Comment on back to mamavation reality. by minski

minski — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 18:18:03 +0000

Oh yes, tell me about it! And you may agree – knowing that others have struggles, too, makes it so much easier to jump back in – I know others have gotten off track and still carry on, so I know I can do it, too! Hope your week is going well!