anyone feeling like nothing is going right?

[Christine Simon]

I feel like I'm drowning....

I feel like I'm a crappy employee, mom, wife, person.  Having one of those months.  Everyone/thing is just demanding too much of me.  Anyone feeling this way?  I can't keep up.

[Sandra Mastrullo]

Oh no, I'm sorry to hear this, Christine.  There are definitely tough days.  Is there any way to rearrange responsibilities and give yourself a little break to recharge?  

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On Mar 25, 2013, at 8:19 PM, Christine Simon <christin...@gmail.com> wrote:

I feel like I'm drowning....

I feel like I'm a crappy employee, mom, wife, person.  Having one of those months.  Everyone/thing is just demanding too much of me.  Anyone feeling this way?  I can't keep up.

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[candygolf]

Christine, 

I am feeling the same way and I am not even working. It is overwhelming and I feel like I cannot do anything right and I feel super guilty because I am not working. It is really hard and the only thing that really helps in meeting with the women in the group and talking about things. Maybe we should meet up more often?!?!?!?!?!

I am sure you are doing a great job and give yourself a little break.....it is hard....it is just really hard and we will get through it!!!!!!!!!

On Monday, March 25, 2013, Christine Simon wrote:

I feel like I'm drowning....

I feel like I'm a crappy employee, mom, wife, person.  Having one of those months.  Everyone/thing is just demanding too much of me.  Anyone feeling this way?  I can't keep up.

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[Andrea Diaz]

As you know, I definitely feel like I can't keep up.  The work/life balance is really hard, and just when I think I have something under control, it changes or something else gets away from me.  It's sucks feeling inadequate or that you're not doing things up to your normal standard.  I think it will get easier for all of us especially as we start to say no more often, which at least for me isn't easy at all.  Being exhausted doesn't help either, and we know we're all sleep deprived.  Hang in there.  

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[Diana Murphy]

Don't be so hard on yourself with your roles in life. You're an awesome mom. Just look how you are organizing a birthday party for Miller with all of his Isis friends and it's only March. Set up a date night with Bart and have Linda come in. Work... well knowing you, I'm sure you're doing fine.  I know how you feel though. Since this move, I feel like I haven't been present with Eleanor. I'm always thinking of what I need to do next. Paul and I bicker because stuff needs to get done and we're both pointing fingers at each other. 

March is such a shitty, long month too. It's the month where you are fed up with cold and are sick of feeling cooped up.   Before you know it, it's going to be beautiful out. You, Bart, and Miller are going to be out and about enjoying Boston. 

Your birthday is coming up. I would love to get us all together to celebrate!

 

xoxo,

Diana

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Date: Mon, 25 Mar 2013 20:19:25 -0400
Subject: anyone feeling like nothing is going right?
From: christin...@gmail.com
To: bad-ass-bo...@googlegroups.com

I feel like I'm drowning....

I feel like I'm a crappy employee, mom, wife, person.  Having one of those months.  Everyone/thing is just demanding too much of me.  Anyone feeling this way?  I can't keep up.

[Christine]

Yup, we need to get together more. I know how therapeutic it is for me. Christine, you've mentioned that Fridays are good for you, maybe we can try for Friday lunch date or play date? I agree with Candy, the support we can get from each other is so important. It's amazon how hard on ourselves we can be when we expect ourselves to be able to do it all. I don't know how you working moms do it. I'm totally in awe of how you can put it all together.

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[Eden Reiner]

I totally hear you Christine. It is so hard to keep it all together. I am only working part time (though it should be more) and I feel like I'm drowning most of the time too. I think we all put a lot of pressure on ourselves to be amazing at everything. I think it's also important to be kind to ourselves and forgiving of ourselves. Raising a kid and maintaining a relationship while working is HARD. 

I'd love to get together more! 

E

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[Eden Reiner]

Hi ladies,

I'm listening to a rebroadcast of Tom Ashbrooks show on NPR-On Point. It is all about How to have a happy family. Based on a book by the guest. It is interesting and there are a few nuggets in there that have resonated with me. Geared towards family with slightly older kids than ours but I think it could be useful to look ahead and also for relationships with husbands/partners. 

Thought it was relevant to this email string! You can listen to it through their website. 

E

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[Christine Simon]

I have a meeting this Friday, from 12-2, but I am free afterwards. I confessed to Bart I was failing last night, and he was very helpful this morning. So at least there's a little up side this morning. Ever since we got rotavirus I'm constantly playing catch up. And work is busier than usual and asking way to much of me right now along with way more travel than ever. Sorry thanks for letting me vent. 

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[Andrea Diaz]

I'm also free this Friday as there's no school because of Good Friday. 

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Subject: Re: anyone feeling like nothing is going right?

[Sandy]

I think we are around in the afternoon.

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[Amy Derris]

I feel your pain Christine! It is so hard to balance everything, especially when we are working. And when they are sick on top of that it's just the worst. I have definitely had a lot of the same feelings as well over the last couple of months!!! Hang in there! I'm glad you are feeling a little better this morning though. 

[Kristin Driscoll]

Getting the dads to help was a struggle for me. I think my husband finally has realized how much pressure I am under. I drop off and pick up and we've had some huge communication issues at Ben's daycare so I've been on the hunt for new places while trying to resolve the issues at his current place. We somewhat have the nightime routine to a science in terms of dinner, bedtime for babe, preparing for the next day but it's so much time and then you look at the clock and it's 9 pm. And the pumping takes such a toll on you mentally as you are away from work while you do and can't get everything done.

Hang in there! I am hopeful that when I stop pumping I'll have a little breathing room in my day.

Kristin

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[Christine]

We are around too. Not sure if the holiday will affect family time for you guys

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On Mar 26, 2013, at 10:10 AM, Sandy <mcshane...@yahoo.com> wrote:

[Kristin Driscoll]

Fortunately, I have Friday off but we are taking Ben to the allergist and we are going to see another daycare so I think we are out for whatever you guys decide to do.

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[Diana Reyna]

Thank you Eden for telling me about the broadcast. I will have to listen. 

This Friday isn't good for me. Lets plan a night out around Christine's birthday- 4/8.

For those that celebrate Easter, have a great weekend. 

Diana 

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[Christine]

The night out sounds great. I could use some cocktails and the company of you guys. What does your schedule look like Christine?

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[Candy Hannemann]

How about this weekend?

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[Tiffany M. Wesley]

Anyone game for Friday night?

Tiffany M. Wesley

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[Christine]

I think I could do this Friday.

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[Kristin Driscoll]

We are finally going on a date on Friday. Have fun all!

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[Christine Simon]

I can do Friday. 

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[Sandy]

Brian's flight doesn't get in until late but I may be able to pop out when he gets home.

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[Diana Reyna]

Me too. Where to :-)?

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On Mar 27, 2013, at 9:51 AM, Christine Simon <christin...@gmail.com> wrote:

[Christine]

Are most husbands home Friday? Mine is so I can meet whenever. To be honest, I'd rather make him do the bedtime routine on his own. I know I have to sometimes and Will never does, so I think he could use the practice!

I am so out of the loop on where to go. I feel like a tourist.

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[Tiffany M. Wesley]

Anyone interested in the new Trillium Brewery in fort point?

Julie, I'm adding you in here because I'd love to see you!!

Tiffany M. Wesley

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[Andrea Diaz]

I'm in.  

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Subject: Friday night fun

[Christine Simon]

I'm in 

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On Mar 27, 2013, at 2:14 PM, Julie Cumming Higgins <julie....@gmail.com> wrote:

I'm in - thanks for the invite!  Would love to see you girls.

[Christine]

Maybe I'm wrong, but it looks like trillium brewery is only open from 4-7:30 on Fridays. Any other suggestions?  

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[Eden Reiner]

Michael and I are going on a date on Friday. I think. It may be Saturday instead  in which case I'll try to come. 

Charlotte is sick again. Could be a long night. 

Thanks

E

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[Diana Reyna]

Maybe next weekend? Sunday night ? 

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[Christine]

I think we should go with it tomorrow night since so many are available. I think we should pick a time and place. Maybe something central and near transport? Maybe a pub or something so we can have drinks and apps instead of a sit down dinner? 

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[Christine]

Flashes on Stuart? Great cocktails and food.

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[Diana Reyna]

Lets go there! I can be there anytime after 7.

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[Christine]

I vote we shoot for 7 then. They have those big tables or the high tops. I'll call to see if we can reserve if that works for everyone.

I think we will be 8ish

Christine S

Christine B

Andrea 

Julie

Diana

Tiffany 

Candy

Eden?

Sandy?

Did I forget anyone? 

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[Tiffany M. Wesley]

I'm so excited! Can't wait to see everyone. 

Tiffany M. Wesley

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On Mar 28, 2013, at 8:55 AM, Julie Cumming Higgins <julie....@gmail.com> wrote:

Looking forward to it!  I probably can't make it until 730/8, but I'll be there!

[Sandy]

Hi, guys,

Brian is coming home from Knoxville tomorrow night.  I don't think ill make dinner but I will try to swing by to grab a drink with you all.  Flash's is a great choice.

Sandy 

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[Candy Hannemann]

Super excited girls!!!!!  Se you tomorrow. 
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[Christine Simon]

Love it! Casual apps and beer! I'm there 

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[Christine]

Made a reservation. See you guys there! I'll be there at 7 with bells on!

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[Eden Reiner]

Hi

Didn't think I wax coming tonight but plans changed and now I can. Is it possible to add me to the reservation? I so need this night out!

E

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[Christine]

Absolutely! So happy you can make it!

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[Diana Murphy]

Me too! Can't wait to see you all. I should be there at 7:15

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[Eden Reiner]

I might be a big late. May try to go to yoga beforehand but that may be too much for today!

Look forward to seeing you guys. 

E

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[Diana Murphy]

I am so pissed. I just called Paul and he hasn't left the city because there is an issue at his work. Looks like I'm staying in and washing the dried up shit off my jacket. By the time he gets to the burbs, it will be 8ish.  Ahhhhh! 

I hope you girls have fun tonight.

Diana 

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[Eden Reiner]

Running late but will be there

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[Christine]

Just got here and it is pretty quiet. I guess most people don't go to the bar on Good Friday.

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[Candy Hannemann]

I am on my way as well. So excited. I had a total melt down today. 

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On Mar 29, 2013, at 7:26 PM, Julie Higgins <julie....@gmail.com> wrote:

I'm on my way!  Be there around 745. 

[Sandy]

Not going to make it for a drink after all.  Brian just got home.  Have fun.!

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[Candy Hannemann]

Ladies,

Thank you for a great night!!!!!! Happy Easter everyone. 

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On Mar 29, 2013, at 7:26 PM, Julie Higgins <julie....@gmail.com> wrote:

I'm on my way!  Be there around 745. 

On Mar 29, 2013, at 7:14 PM, Christine <murr.ch...@gmail.com> wrote:

[Eden Reiner]

Omg I am so hungover! I had two beers and didn't even finish the second one. 

It was fun though! Thanks ladies. 

E

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