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Any of you ancient CFers still hanging out here? ^_^

Have you considered going Paleo? Giving up all grains.

It is definitely a different crowd from almost a decade ago. Hard to believe that when I first joined I was still able to post/socialize in the "Teen" area.! ^_^

No. I'm not using the term 'abuse' inappropriately. My SD has called me when her mother has been in one of her 'tirades' which I heard for myself last over 15 minutes last Sunday night - does calling your child 'worthless', an 'inconvenience' or saying "I don't care about you, your stuff or...

Wasn't sure where to put this - its been ages since I've been on here, but I am trying to reach out for as many resources and advice as I can get. My step children are in a horrible situation with their birth mother, she currently has primary physical custody. My husband has joint legal and...

I did one dose of Stadol (IV) because the thought of a needle anywhere near my spinal cord freaks me out (Epidural) plus there can be more side effects from the epidural from what I've learned.

I know this is a divided issue - so please share your own thoughts/feelings/approach on it. No criticism allowed ;-).

Is there a tactful way you could explain to her you dont mind discussing the past - but she needs to remember it was pre-your marriage - and those events/decisions (I hope) made you a better person whether they were right/wrong at the time.

He was REAL - the man I married is the same guy I first met 2 1/2 yrs ago. He brings out the best in me, makes up for my faults and weakness, and loves me just the way I am - no change or improvement required.

Our 13 month old showers with either me or my husband usually b/c its quicker and saves hot water. I think when he begins to understand boys and girls are different then I'll probably stop bathing with him, etc.

I want to agree that God always provides - He provided a newer\gently used washer and dryer last yr just weeks before our baby was due - for free! He provided me with a newer van that my grandparents purchased up front so I wouldnt have to finance it. 25% of my husbands pay goes to his ex for...

ZakG - that rule is to help discourage "trolls" from posting obscenities.

Have things always been this way between ya'll?

Urgh! My head is pounding - been having frequent headaches for a month now. :doh: Might be all the stress. :stress:

We got married on less than a grand - at the courthouse (FREE) - no cake/etc - my grandmother and friend were our photographers - my step daughter was my only bridesmaid and her dress was borrowed - I made my own bouquet from Publix's flower dept. So it can be done!

I think you may need to limit your husband's access to YOUR income if you are that concerned about finances. Remove his name from any joint account - set a weekly or monthly budget - coupon/cut frivolous spending/eat out/etc - whatever is necessary. If he has no "gravy money" that may push him...

I finally have reached the end of my rope and met with my pastors today for some counsel/encouragement/advice. Seems as though the bad circumstances keep piling up with no end and none is yet resolved. I LOVE my step kids but I am not willing to allow the circumstances surrounding them to drive...

AGREED!

She considers meeting us an "inconvenience" (she has actually said/text that) and her husband is now the kids "dad" so my husband "doesnt need to worry about them anymore". But my husband better not be one day late on CS or she is "taking him to court for more money" :doh: She needs a...

So the mother moved the kids. She said that if we want them more than one weekend a month (which she will only meet us halfway and from saturday to sunday instead of friday to sunday) we have to drive the full 3 1/2 hrs one way to get the kids. We're looking at $50 for meeting her halfway one...