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Did anyone inquire about the bonus? How disappointing! ?

My eating habits didn't change. That was something I wanted to keep 'normal' for my daughters. I had a waffle, banana, and cherries.

It hurts because it's true. ((hugs))

I think the elf is sort of creepy, so I passed on adding that tradition. Sounds like that was a good choice.

I think you answered your own question. They feel because you aren't outwardly showing signs of grieving that you aren't grieving . What they don't realize is that this is your way of grieving right now. We all grieve differently and our grief changes over time. Next time tell them to stop judging the way you're grieving and try being supportive instead.

Totally agree with your last statement. I don't know how many times I've said dating as an adult with children is complicated. It was so much easier as a teenager. If neither of you are ready to marry, then maybe you're over thinking? When you're both ready maybe there will be factors or compromises that you haven't considered yet. I personally think it would be difficult to be married and live separately, but it might be the perfect scenario for some couples. You just have to do what you feel is best for you and your kids.

I'm still working out 6 days a week. Yesterday was 300 abs, back, biceps, and cardio. Today was legs, shoulders, and cardio. I probably won't be able to walk tomorrow. I leg pressed 495 lbs. I worked back up to 2 sets of 20 hanging leg raises yesterday too. Feels good!

I've always told my daughters that we all have our strengths and weaknesses. You shouldn't compare yourselves to others. We learn at our own pace. Then I emphasize their strengths. I wouldn't worry. Your daughter is really young. I bet it will just click for her eventually. Sometimes all it takes is the right teacher or approach. My youngest daughter is 8, 3rd grade. She's reading at an 8th grade level, but has struggled with math. They started multiplication and division this semester and she loves it. It's starting to click. Last year she cried through her homework. None of my girls really enjoy math. Ha!

We didn't sign up to be solo parents, but now that is our reality. You don't remember it being this way when they were younger because it wasn't. Your wife was beside you through the ups and downs of parenting. It wasn't solely your responsibility. You gave each other a break when you were mentally or physically exhausted. Do you have family that could care for the boys for even just a few hours a week? You need some time to yourself.

Congratulations!

I hope you and Justin have a great time Jess! I had a date planned, but ended up canceling. My 8yo prefers not to stay home in the evenings with her older sisters, and her grandparents weren't available to have her over tonight. I really needed time to myself. I'm going to have to work with her so she's comfortable staying home with her sisters.

I'm wondering too Jen. Do men need us to be more direct, or are they not as interested as we think they are? It shouldn't be this frustrating. Seems like it would be effortless if feelings were mutual. Maybe it's not that simple though. I met Phil when I was 16. Teenagers lives aren't as complicated. Lol

Last year, our first Christmas without Phil, I decorated indoors and outdoors. I did it for my daughters. I wanted to keep with old traditions while adding new ones. This year I enjoyed decorating. I have a system down, so it doesn't take long. I just have a few more indoor decorations to finish up.

I'm working out 6 days a week . Chest, triceps, and cardio today.

Jess, try using Evernote. It's an app for making lists. I love it! My phone is always with me. I just add to it as we run out of items. Phil always went grocery shopping with me. We just made a day of it. Shopping, Grocery shopping, and dinner. I despise going now.

I had two dates scheduled for today. One flaked, and the other rescheduled. Guess that's what I get for scheduling two in one day. Ha!

I think it's just a matter of time lol. We're trying to coordinate our schedules. Dating and hooking up as a single parent is challenging.

200 abs, back, biceps, and 20 minutes on the arc trainer.

I decorated outside for Christmas. Tomorrow I'm going to finish up my Christmas shopping.

Leg supersets, body weight

The rest of the week. .. Back /biceps/200 abs/cardio Legs/shoulders/ cardio Rest day Chest/tri/200abs/cardio Back/biceps /200abs/cardio I'll be at the gym tomorrow.

I'm back to "I could, but should I? "

200 abs, chest, triceps, cardio

I'm thinking I'll just grab a random guy at the grocery store today. Lol

200 abs, back, biceps, and 40 minutes cardio