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Julieboo
Member
02-05-2002
| Tuesday, December 20, 2005 - 3:31 pm
Or Abby, what if you get that unexpected present in May!!! (the 4 months plus another 5.)
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Abby7
Member
07-17-2002
| Tuesday, December 20, 2005 - 3:35 pm
lol julie!!!!!!! well, that would be called A MIRACLE!
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Mameblanche
Member
04-13-2005
| Tuesday, December 20, 2005 - 4:39 pm
Had a partial hysterectomy last year. Best thing I ever did in 50 years. I'd do it again in a heartbeat. I am the postergirl for it. LOL. I say GO FOR IT!
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Cndeariso
Member
06-28-2004
| Tuesday, December 20, 2005 - 4:48 pm
i had a hysterectomy leaving the ovaries when i was 33 for major medical reasons. would have had it sooner if the doctor would have gone along with it. best thing i ever did. i knew from the time i was 23 and lost my second child again during the 5th month that i would never give birth. so, my mind was already set. no problems what so ever.
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Ophiliasgrandma
Member
09-04-2001
| Tuesday, December 20, 2005 - 6:05 pm
Had a hysterectomy at age 36 and lost the ovaries at 38; best thing that ever happened to me. I have no idea of what menopause is all about, but I feel sorry for the ladies who have to go through it, especially when so many have such a hard time.
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Whoami
Member
08-03-2001
| Wednesday, December 21, 2005 - 4:40 am
I can hardly wait for menopause, as long as I go through it as easily as Mom did...she just plain stopped having her monthly business! I'm 47, and am already to the point of skipping one every now and then! Reminds me of the time I was in the mall getting stuff for my hair. It was one of those days where it had been a little cold out for a week or so, so all the stores had their heat on, but it was actually a very nice day out. As I'm paying for my stuff, I am sweating and feeling very hot, and even have to stop writing my check to wipe my brow. I make a comment about how hot it is in the store, and one of the girls (both teenagers working there) quips, "maybe its hot flashes." The other girl elbows her and shuushes her, indicating she was probably being offensive. The girl apologizes, and I tell her, "Are you kidding! I can't wait to be done with all that monthly mess!" Both girls lit up, and it looked like I'd given them a huge moment of enlightenment! LOL. I like to think I slightly changed their outlook on life that day. 
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Costacat
Member
07-15-2000
| Wednesday, December 21, 2005 - 7:52 am
I kinda keep hoping for menopause and the hot flashes. Just so's I can be warm some of the time in the winter! I'm no where near it though. I think I'm gonna be a late "bloomer" when it comes to menopause. Dammit! And I've 48!
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Jeep
Member
10-17-2001
| Wednesday, December 21, 2005 - 10:08 am
Who, I'm thinking like you. I'm 50 and still regular as clockwork. How long does this have to go on???? I've always told the ladies in my office that I was going to have a party when I had my first hot flash, because I was always so cold natured. Well, they started year before last, but petered out over the past year. Now I'm cold again and still regular. I've never used those parts (for kids LOL) and certainly won't now, so stop already......
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Yankee_in_ca
Member
08-01-2000
| Wednesday, December 21, 2005 - 4:37 pm
I'm sick and tired of trying to be all things to all people. I'm sick and tired of working full days, but some people including my MIL expecting me to be a great entertainer, cook, and housekeeper. I'm sick and tired of planning a party for someone who is now pouting because one person is coming who they don't really like. I'm sick and tired of having to listen to my mom complain about how busy and stressed out she is, and have to offer kind, soothing words in return, when I never get any kind, soothing words from my family. I'm sick and tired of something else, too, but everyone would jump down my throat for it so I won't name it. Boy, the holidays stress me out.
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Abby7
Member
07-17-2002
| Wednesday, December 21, 2005 - 4:45 pm
yankee, sorry the holidays have become so stressful for you.

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Mocha
Member
08-12-2001
| Wednesday, December 21, 2005 - 5:08 pm
Wooooo Saiiii Yankee!
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Costacat
Member
07-15-2000
| Wednesday, December 21, 2005 - 5:35 pm
Hey Yankee!! Maybe you should go find a quiet corner and an extra large eggnog spiked with extra large shots of brandy? Seriously, I'm sorry your holidays are causing so much stress. And I truly know what the MIL is doing (my mother is pulling that one on me these days). Just remember, they are gonna be over with real soon!
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Teachmichigan
Member
07-22-2001
| Wednesday, December 21, 2005 - 6:02 pm
Yankee -- say after me......NOOOOOOO!!!! That little word has saved my sanity this year. I've even learned to say it politely but firmly. There's still stress, to be sure, but not as MUCH stress! Hang in there -- hope you have some personal peace and quiet soon!
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Jmm
Moderator
08-16-2002
| Wednesday, December 21, 2005 - 6:15 pm
Yankee, I'm sorry that the people in your life are making you nutz. I know that we all deal with that ocassionally, but it seems like maybe you're getting it with both barrels. You can always PM me if you'd like to talk - I'd never fuss at you for what you're feeling.
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Justavice
Member
11-22-2005
| Wednesday, December 21, 2005 - 6:23 pm
Yankee, I am sorry you are hesitating to fully express yourself because you are worried you might be "attacked" for your venting. I would hope that in the "gripe" thread, all gripes would be accepting and supported, no matter what they are. I hope you are able to find some outlet for your frustration.
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Pamy
Member
01-02-2002
| Wednesday, December 21, 2005 - 6:48 pm
((Yankee)))
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Teachmichigan
Member
07-22-2001
| Wednesday, December 21, 2005 - 7:33 pm
Can I add a ditto to justavice -- VENT AWAY!!! I hope it can help you relieve the stress and feel better!
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Jimmer
Member
08-30-2000
| Wednesday, December 21, 2005 - 8:02 pm
All I can say is that people can be silly and some people can be really silly. There are the people who do a lot of work and the people whose entire role seems to be to just complain about what the other person is doing. Not much comfort but it's true. At least you have our empathy.
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Wargod
Moderator
07-16-2001
| Wednesday, December 21, 2005 - 8:37 pm
Aw Yanks, tell em all to shove it! If they don't like your house keeping efforts or your party planning invite them to do it for you. They don't get to complain about what you're doing unless they're going to do it for you. {{{Yankee}}}
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Thursday, December 22, 2005 - 2:15 am
((((Yankee)))) I would just like to know why I always have to be the "bigger person"?? When is it someone else's turn?????
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Ddr
Member
08-19-2001
| Thursday, December 22, 2005 - 2:31 am
Hope today is a lil cheerier for you Yanks. Know what you mean though. 
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Costacat
Member
07-15-2000
| Thursday, December 22, 2005 - 7:09 am
LOL... I just had a thought... there was a series of articles from Miss Manners recently. Stuff about how to be a good guest (be it a houseguest or party guest). Mebbe Yanks ought to make copies of said suggestions and proffer them whenever anyone dares to comment on the party planning or hospitality. <evil grin> And if they persist? Next year, THEY DO IT ALL!
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Yankee_in_ca
Member
08-01-2000
| Thursday, December 22, 2005 - 9:30 am
Thanks everyone. It's just very hectic this time of year what with my company, stress, dh's son being with us, dh's birthday, Christmas, and all the family obligations that inevitably fall to the "woman" in social/holiday situations. When you're a woman who works, it doesn't seem to matter if you are the breadwinnner. It's not enough. And it was getting to me yesterday. I did have a good friend stop by last night to offer her help (she's not working right now), so I'm feeling a little better. Now off to a full day at the office... sigh
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Escapee
Member
06-15-2004
| Thursday, December 22, 2005 - 2:15 pm
What in the world is with young guys and the shaggy unkempt hair cuts? It's hanging in their eyes, it's all wild and looks as though it hasn't been washed in "FOREVER" Do younger girls like the way that looks? It's not like the "jesus" cut of the 70's, it looks like a chia pet on crack.
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Texannie
Member
07-16-2001
| Thursday, December 22, 2005 - 2:40 pm
well, as a mother of a chia pet on crack, i think it's part laziness and part fashion.
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