Confession Time! ((ABSOLUTELY NO JUDGEMENT))

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  • Kuruschka
    Kuruschka Posts: 20 Member
    MoHousdon wrote: »
    LBuehrle8 wrote: »
    ShibaEars wrote: »
    ythannah wrote: »
    I'm annoyed with my job today. Can you tell?

    It doesn't show. ;)

    I'm rather fond of bananas, in almost any stage of ripeness other than the extremes, and wouldn't eat more than one or two a day.

    I have been known to mush one up in a bowl and just eat mashed banana, as a snack.

    Now I'm craving banana. May have to swing by a grocery store on my walk and grab a bunch.

    I like bananas, but only in the ripe, starting to freckle stage. Yum. I haven't had any in a while though since I was supposed to be following a nutrition plan with low-ish sugar (she says after eating ice cream last night).

    Me too! I'm very picky about my bananas- they can't be too green and they can't be too mushy- they have to be juuuust right. I'm like the Little Read Riding Hood of bananas!

    Don't you mean Goldilocks?

    LOL Yes I am sure that was Goldilocks. Honest mistake ;)

    I am the same. I have about a 24hr window to eat banana's after which I can't anymore because the are too soft :(
  • Oberon21
    Oberon21 Posts: 13,235 Member
    Confession: I'm SEETHING at my employer right now.

    I'm already scheduled to be at a different lab location (Teterboro, NJ) for two seperate weeks this fall (one in September, one in October) and NOW they also want to send me to Baltimore for a two day "new leadership training" in early November.

    Exactly when am I supposed to do my actual job? I feel like I can't even schedule time off around any of those events, since I'll already be behind!

    They don't even remotely pay me enough for this kind of travel schedule.

    Teterboro isn't that far from my office. 35 - 45 minutes depending on traffic. Are you staying at a hotel or commuting given its relatively close to Philly?
  • MissKalhan
    MissKalhan Posts: 2,282 Member
    MissKalhan wrote: »
    kelly_c_77 wrote: »
    I eat zucchini almost every day. Just raw, sliced into coins, and dipped into spicy mustard!!! Nom nom nom.

    No judgement but EWWW HOW?! I tried it raw once, nope never again. Now cooked with some lemon juice nomnom

    A coworker laughed at me the day I ate raw mushrooms with just a little bit of seasoning on them.

    Raw mushrooms are the best!
  • MoHousdon
    MoHousdon Posts: 8,723 Member
    I so terribly behind in this thread (but I've kept up in the Batcave) but I took Friday off, and I fully intend to catch up properly then. I'm sure I've missed a ton, but I hope if it's anything TOO important, it would have/would be in the batcave by now.
  • Oberon21
    Oberon21 Posts: 13,235 Member
    I am trying to pay attention to the development of today's thread so I can make page 1550. :)
  • girldownsouth
    girldownsouth Posts: 920 Member
    ythannah wrote: »
    Guys, I appreciate extra marital affairs are a hot button issue, but can we tone down the judging please? We have a lot of people on the thread and we don't know their circumstances. We can't judge until we've walked a mile in their shoes. Then we're a mile away, with new shoes ;)

    FWIW, I've been both the other woman and been cheated on (different men, both before I was age 20). Believe me when I say I know karma kicked my butt for choices I made. I could put it down to immaturity. Sometimes, despite having a moral compass, emotions can lead to terrible decisions. I don't excuse what I did in the past, but look at it as an experience that brings me here today.

    And now, I practice ethical non monogamy, everything is open, there is no need to lie or go behind anyone's back. That said the smarties and I are closed, which means none if us want or are looking for any other partner or playmate, but if anyone did, it would be openly discussed.

    But given social norms and pressure to conform, most people will do the underhand thing and hope they don't get caught, because the idea that you can be with, or love more than one person at a time is not yet acceptable. No one person should be under pressure to meet all the need, wants and desires of another person.

    I have absolutely no issue with anyone being with or loving more than one person at a time as long as everyone involved knows the score... just don't make a commitment of exclusivity with one and then play around. If you can't be monogamous, don't pretend to be.

    It's not the multiple partner aspect that bothers me, it's deception.

    edit: grammar

    But sometimes we are cowards and the right thing is a very difficult decision to make.
  • KylerJaye
    KylerJaye Posts: 861 Member
    saraherren wrote: »
    A guy that I met over July 4 weekend who is old enough to be my father is really interested in me and I have no idea what to do. :|:o

    *EDIT* I happened to "go all the way" with a neighbor in my apartment complex about a month ago and now I deeply regret it :( I've only known him for just over 2 months. We talked for 3 or so days after the fact, but haven't since my dog passed away on August 1. I've seen him once since when I walked by his apartment while I was walking back to mine after getting my mail, and all we did was wave to each other.


    Neighbor guy: what's done is done. Move on...

    Older guy: I guess the question is are you interested as well? I would think it wouldn't work out, but stranger things have happened.



    both of these things!

    if you're definitely not interested, make sure you keep your boundaries firm.
    if you're curious? maybe go out on a date or two? at least then you'll have solid ground to work from rather than having to be confused. :)
  • jthurman3
    jthurman3 Posts: 2,121 Member
    Hi Everyone!! I'm checking in from page 1513. I had a wonderful vacation, though didn't get to run/exercise like I hoped because there was a health advisory posted regarding the very high amounts of smoke in the air (from the wildfires). It was so hazy and weird the whole time! The health advisory basically said to stay indoors to avoid excessive exposure to the smoke. We did manage 2 walks/runs and a few hours of fishing at a river (well, Mr. Jenni fished while I played with our niece and nephew along the bank).

    I am up 3 lbs, dang it. I was definitely grumpy about that this morning, but I got on the exercise bike and started the process of losing it. Heh...

    I'll check in to the Bat Cave later! I hope everyone is doing well and that @FroggyBug also had a fabulous vacation!! Thank you for all the birthday cards and wishes, too!! Y'all are so SUPER GREAT!!
  • kelly_c_77
    kelly_c_77 Posts: 5,658 Member
    Glad you had a good vacation, Jenni!
    Boo about the 3 pounds..I'm sure some is just water weight. But that's great that you're already tackling it! :)
  • ythannah
    ythannah Posts: 4,371 Member
    ythannah wrote: »
    Guys, I appreciate extra marital affairs are a hot button issue, but can we tone down the judging please? We have a lot of people on the thread and we don't know their circumstances. We can't judge until we've walked a mile in their shoes. Then we're a mile away, with new shoes ;)

    FWIW, I've been both the other woman and been cheated on (different men, both before I was age 20). Believe me when I say I know karma kicked my butt for choices I made. I could put it down to immaturity. Sometimes, despite having a moral compass, emotions can lead to terrible decisions. I don't excuse what I did in the past, but look at it as an experience that brings me here today.

    And now, I practice ethical non monogamy, everything is open, there is no need to lie or go behind anyone's back. That said the smarties and I are closed, which means none if us want or are looking for any other partner or playmate, but if anyone did, it would be openly discussed.

    But given social norms and pressure to conform, most people will do the underhand thing and hope they don't get caught, because the idea that you can be with, or love more than one person at a time is not yet acceptable. No one person should be under pressure to meet all the need, wants and desires of another person.

    I have absolutely no issue with anyone being with or loving more than one person at a time as long as everyone involved knows the score... just don't make a commitment of exclusivity with one and then play around. If you can't be monogamous, don't pretend to be.

    It's not the multiple partner aspect that bothers me, it's deception.

    edit: grammar

    But sometimes we are cowards and the right thing is a very difficult decision to make.

    I know... life sure isn't black and white... nor am I going to pretend that I've always taken the moral high ground in every one of my life's choices.

    However, I've been acquainted with a couple of blatant, open, unrepentant serial cheaters who not only deceived their spouses, they also misled the "lovers" about the state of their marriages (i.e. separation imminent). One of them has recently destroyed a second marriage because of infidelity. I can allow for some foolish mistakes, but find it more difficult to overlook a repeated deliberate course of action.
  • Oberon21
    Oberon21 Posts: 13,235 Member
    jthurman3 wrote: »
    Hi Everyone!! I'm checking in from page 1513. I had a wonderful vacation, though didn't get to run/exercise like I hoped because there was a health advisory posted regarding the very high amounts of smoke in the air (from the wildfires). It was so hazy and weird the whole time! The health advisory basically said to stay indoors to avoid excessive exposure to the smoke. We did manage 2 walks/runs and a few hours of fishing at a river (well, Mr. Jenni fished while I played with our niece and nephew along the bank).

    I am up 3 lbs, dang it. I was definitely grumpy about that this morning, but I got on the exercise bike and started the process of losing it. Heh...

    I'll check in to the Bat Cave later! I hope everyone is doing well and that @FroggyBug also had a fabulous vacation!! Thank you for all the birthday cards and wishes, too!! Y'all are so SUPER GREAT!!

    Welcome back! I was going to post last night you should be headed back, we missed you! Glad you had a great vacation and don't worry, 3 lbs is nothing. You'll get rid of that in no time!
  • girldownsouth
    girldownsouth Posts: 920 Member
    kelly_c_77 wrote: »
    Glad you had a good vacation, Jenni!
    Boo about the 3 pounds..I'm sure some is just water weight. But that's great that you're already tackling it! :)

    Agreed, glad you had a great time. Nice to see you back.
  • KylerJaye
    KylerJaye Posts: 861 Member
    LBuehrle8 wrote: »
    My parents separated when I was pretty young and I remember not being too upset about it. My father had MS and my mother had to help lift him into bed, get him dressed, help him to the toilet, etc. Finally it became too much for her to handle and he moved out into his own apartment where a nurse could look after him. I saw him pretty much the same because he was always in hospitals and I was able to sympathize with my mom who seemed very stressed.

    I knew they would never get back together and I thought that was for the best.... I saw my dad on the weekends and eventually moved in with him to help take care of him (also I was going through a rough patch with my mom). But I never held their separation against mom or thought less of her for it.

    Before my dad died he told me that my mom's new husband seemed like a really nice and lovely person. When I told my stepdad this he cried and said my dad was an honorable and strong man. Sniffle...

    Aw wow what an amazing man! This really hits
    home for me as my sister in law has MS. I remember my dad talking to my brother about marrying her just wanting my brother to realize when you say for better or for worse, you mean it 100% and she has MS. My brother said I know dad I love her more than anything and I'm willing to take care of her the rest of her life :'( I have the best big brother in the world <3

    :'( for both stories <3
  • riderfangal
    riderfangal Posts: 1,965 Member
    Welcome back @jthurman. We missed you !!
  • girldownsouth
    girldownsouth Posts: 920 Member
    @pofoster21 it is a public holiday here, we call them bank holidays. Unfortunately it's been very rainy though, as seems to be consistent for a bank holiday here.
  • riderfangal
    riderfangal Posts: 1,965 Member
    @pofoster21 it is a public holiday here, we call them bank holidays. Unfortunately it's been very rainy though, as seems to be consistent for a bank holiday here.

    A rainy day at home is better than a day at work ;)
  • Oberon21
    Oberon21 Posts: 13,235 Member
    @pofoster21 it is a public holiday here, we call them bank holidays. Unfortunately it's been very rainy though, as seems to be consistent for a bank holiday here.

    So to confirm, that means you are off work?
  • KylerJaye
    KylerJaye Posts: 861 Member
    edited August 2015
    *post date update*

    first date #14

    interacting online and via text, things were pretty cool.
    good, fun interactions, actual conversations that moved past the "hi, how's your day going?" type thing.
    but despite fun convo, dude kinda seemed like he was never going to actually ask me out, so on friday, i was like hey, if you wanna hang out let me know! so then we ended up going to a local place that evening.

    in person, it was....awkward?
    he was really quiet and withdrawn. which, i get the whole nervous first date type thing, but usually after a few hours, that lightens up a little. only it didn't. he just didn't seem very interested, and that's totally fine. but it still feels weird. so after a few hours, a few beverages, my filter ceases to exist, and upon saying good night (no attempt at a kiss or even a hug), the phrase "you poor boy" slipped out. eep.

    que the ensuing text argument wherein any chance of a second date was destroyed. so despite what appeared to be a total lack of all interest, dude says he had a good time. but of course at this point, i'm all angsty and annoyed and say as much in regards to his stand-offishness, to which he does the fine, it's all me whatever, thing.

    done and done.




    i miss mr.jerkface more than i care to admit :(


    ETA: i fully realize now that the poor dude is just introverted and my lame butt should be a bit more understanding. i couldn't relate the very fluid texting interactions with the in person differences. i really should try a bit harder....
  • bkhamill
    bkhamill Posts: 1,289 Member
    saraherren wrote: »
    A guy that I met over July 4 weekend who is old enough to be my father is really interested in me and I have no idea what to do. :|:o

    *EDIT* I happened to "go all the way" with a neighbor in my apartment complex about a month ago and now I deeply regret it :( I've only known him for just over 2 months. We talked for 3 or so days after the fact, but haven't since my dog passed away on August 1. I've seen him once since when I walked by his apartment while I was walking back to mine after getting my mail, and all we did was wave to each other.


    Neighbor guy: what's done is done. Move on...

    Older guy: I guess the question is are you interested as well? I would think it wouldn't work out, but stranger things have happened.



    My sister (age 46) is in a relationship with a man the same age as our dad (73) It can work.
  • quiksylver296
    quiksylver296 Posts: 28,439 Member
    I have a four day weekend coming up. Boise State Football and camping. I'm so excited. Come on, Friday!!!
  • quiksylver296
    quiksylver296 Posts: 28,439 Member
    KylerJaye wrote: »
    *post date update*

    first date #14

    interacting online and via text, things were pretty cool.
    good, fun interactions, actual conversations that moved past the "hi, how's your day going?" type thing.
    but despite fun convo, dude kinda seemed like he was never going to actually ask me out, so on friday, i was like hey, if you wanna hang out let me know! so then we ended up going to a local place that evening.

    in person, it was....awkward?
    he was really quiet and withdrawn. which, i get the whole nervous first date type thing, but usually after a few hours, that lightens up a little. only it didn't. he just didn't seem very interested, and that's totally fine. but it still feels weird. so after a few hours, a few beverages, my filter ceases to exist, and upon saying good night (no attempt at a kiss or even a hug), the phrase "you poor boy" slipped out. eep.

    que the ensuing text argument wherein any chance of a second date was destroyed. so despite what appeared to be a total lack of all interest, dude says he had a good time. but of course at this point, i'm all angsty and annoyed and say as much in regards to his stand-offishness, to which he does the fine, it's all me whatever, thing.

    done and done.




    i miss mr.jerkface more than i care to admit :(

    Stupid frogs. I wish I could just conjure up Mr. Right-for-you and send him your way! <3
  • girldownsouth
    girldownsouth Posts: 920 Member
    @pofoster21 it is a public holiday here, we call them bank holidays. Unfortunately it's been very rainy though, as seems to be consistent for a bank holiday here.

    A rainy day at home is better than a day at work ;)

    You have a good point!
  • girldownsouth
    girldownsouth Posts: 920 Member
    pofoster21 wrote: »
    @pofoster21 it is a public holiday here, we call them bank holidays. Unfortunately it's been very rainy though, as seems to be consistent for a bank holiday here.

    So to confirm, that means you are off work?

    Yep. Off work :)
  • LBuehrle8
    LBuehrle8 Posts: 4,044 Member
    YAYYY!! Welcome back @jthurman3 you were missed very much!! Sounds like you and Mr. Jenni has a fabulous time! And don't worry about the 3 lbs they'll be gone in no time! :)
  • LBuehrle8
    LBuehrle8 Posts: 4,044 Member
    I have a four day weekend coming up. Boise State Football and camping. I'm so excited. Come on, Friday!!!

    Yayyy!! Lucky! I only have a three day weekend :( Thank you labor day!
  • LBuehrle8
    LBuehrle8 Posts: 4,044 Member
    @KylerJaye sorry to hear it didn't go well, he sounds boring anyhow, thanks for sharing though I love your dating updates!! And I know it's hard about Mr Jerkface we've all had those but give it some time and you'll be better! <3
  • LBuehrle8
    LBuehrle8 Posts: 4,044 Member
    @pofoster21 I'm staying up to date too as I always seem to miss monument moments of high page numbers!!
  • LBuehrle8
    LBuehrle8 Posts: 4,044 Member
    I'm going to keep posting until it hits 1550...I WILL be a part of this! haha
  • crosbylee
    crosbylee Posts: 3,455 Member
    Friday night ball game was great!! Son's team won!! We hope to get to the state finals again this year. They are off to a good start so far. Thanks for all the well wishes on my fall. Hate to be so absorbed in what I am doing that I can't see things, but this thing really wasn't very visible. My hand looks better, but I don't think I will be able to do squats until next week. My knee is a bit twingy when I bend it, so I am taking it easy on that. I can walk pretty well, so my fitbit people, I am after you this week!!
  • LBuehrle8
    LBuehrle8 Posts: 4,044 Member
    :s I have my physical Wednesday...not usually a big deal but I'm not looking forward to going as I know all she'll say is I need to lose weight...ugh I know thank you Dr!!