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Fabnsab

Sunday, April 06, 2003 - 11:18 am EditMoveDeleteIP
I recently found out that ALL my female servers(6) and I are on the same cycle, which was the last week in march. I can safely tell you that we drove the men crazy on the staff. Whats worse is because of our findings, the guys now have an excuse for our behavior so everytime I reprimanded someone they asked if I was still pms-ing. I feel like Rodney Dangerfield- no respect! When you work in a restaurant, nothing is sacred.I like the fact that we all know so much about eachother though.

Pamy

Sunday, April 06, 2003 - 11:34 am EditMoveDeleteIP
My job is the same way Fab. Our boss is male and last week I said something snippy to him and he said "Oh no! it's THAT time, isn't it?!" I told him yes and to watch out cuz it's that time for ALL of us!! Later that afternoon he brought me a candybar! LOL We have such a great relationship.

Car54

Sunday, April 06, 2003 - 12:51 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Oh great, thanks for reminding me Pamy...mine last so long I feel like I just finished, and dammit it is time again.

No wonder I feel like hell today...that explains the odd things coming out of me the last 2 days...I wasn't paying attention to the calendar.

Pamy

Sunday, April 06, 2003 - 02:05 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Car...at least you know you are not the only one! Now where is Miss Moon, I hope she is not off cycling without us!!!

Moondance

Sunday, April 06, 2003 - 04:29 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
I don't want to talk about it!!!!!!!!!!!!

My body is hurting!!!!!!!!!

Car54

Sunday, April 06, 2003 - 05:08 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Yep, me too. Great.

Pamy

Sunday, April 06, 2003 - 06:07 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
LOL!! My back hurt so bad last night that I made my DH a deal...If he would rub my back for 20 min I would make love to him..not a bad deal..3 minutes of my time for a 20 back rub!!!!

Monkeyboy

Sunday, April 06, 2003 - 06:16 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
heh Pamy :)

Whoami

Sunday, April 06, 2003 - 06:18 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
LOL Pamy! I'm hoping you got enjoyment out of both parts of that bargain!

Squaredsc

Sunday, April 06, 2003 - 06:59 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
roflmao pamy.

Sia

Sunday, April 06, 2003 - 07:03 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
It's too late for those of you who're past the breast-feeding stage, but the way to beat that gravitational-pull problem is to give in to it early, LOL! My mama had a fit when I went bra-less during the seemingly-endless breast-feeding years. Granted, the added weight of the milk caused the old gals to hang lower than they would have had I worn a bra, but it was just more comfy that way. I can't be a centerfold or a swimsuit model, but I was never going to be either of those things, anyway.

". . .and that's okay."

Sia

Sunday, April 06, 2003 - 09:16 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Pamy, I make the same deal all the time with my DH, but usually don't get a full 20 minutes of back-rubbing, much as I need it! I love nothing better than a really good back-rub--not a half-hearted 30-second pat on the back, but a true, relaxing massage! I want him to put some strength into the back-rub!

Christina

Monday, April 07, 2003 - 04:08 am EditMoveDeleteIP
I was laughing at this thread when all was saying about being on the same cycle. I always start on a Wed. I am way early........So are we there now??? If we are.... WOW!

Ddr1135

Monday, April 07, 2003 - 04:52 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Right now I'd take the three minutes...

Pamy

Monday, April 07, 2003 - 06:14 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
ROTF Ddr!!!!!!!!

Squaredsc

Monday, April 07, 2003 - 06:17 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
roflmao ddr.

Ddr1135

Tuesday, April 08, 2003 - 01:16 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Hey Pamy! I got my three minutes (plus!) last night and guess what??? My back didn't hurt anymore after that!!!!

Wargod

Tuesday, April 08, 2003 - 09:05 am EditMoveDeleteIP
I got a new game this weekend. It's really cool, called Age of Mythology. Now, you may be wondering what this has to do with PMS, but let me tell you, after you blow up a few invaders and watch your little men hack buildings up and sink boats....the PMS isn't quite so bad! My hubby of course, thinks I'm nuts sitting here at the computer yelling at the game, but its nothing new, LOL.

Last night was totally miserable, I was in pain, burning up (it got hot here yesterday afternoon!) and trying to curl up with the heating pad. I finally couldn't stand it anymore and turned it off, and got up to pace. Laid back down about 4am, Darren got up at 5 and woke me up, Caleb was up at 5:30 (and since the new rule is he can't get up til his alarm clock goes off, he came and climbed in bed with me and kept asking if it was time to get up.) So, on top of cramps, back pain, leg pain, feeling crappy enough I can't eat, and not sleeping....I'm definitely in PMS mode and whining! I'm still pretty much on schedule though.

Calamity

Tuesday, April 08, 2003 - 09:55 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Gee, Wargod, I'm sorry you feel so bad. Hope things are better soon. This is probably an awkward time to mention that I never get PMS. Honestly. I'm not in denial about it or anything. I just must have really mellow hormones.

And I'll echo the recommendation about adding soy to your diet. While supplements are okay, I believe natural sources are better. Some people automatically get an image of bland, ugly tofu cakes when they think of soy but there are many yummy choices out there now - cereal, beverages, snacks, etc. My current favorites are a chocolate & mint soy protein bar (I like to keep them chilled in the fridge) and raspberry soy yogurt. You can find both of these in regular grocery stores.

Regular exercise also helps alleviate the symptoms of PMS and menstruation. And one little trick I learned was: if experience has taught you that this time of the month causes you physical discomfort, as soon as you feel the beginning twinges of cramps, take an aspirin because if you wait until you're really in pain it will just take that much longer for the medicine to get into your system. You should also "train" your body to need less pain medication. Everyone takes "extra-strength" when often a simple baby aspirin will do the trick.

Neko

Tuesday, April 08, 2003 - 12:59 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
I swear, I was in EXTREME-PMS mode (for me) today..
And I don't start till Monday...

It was weird..cause I don't usually PMS till laster on..
But let's just say, if I had had to spend more than 5 more minutes with my French teacher, I would have deffinately got suspended because I would have told him off horribly...

Plus, I was planning my revenge all day on different people..
Now that I'm home alone, I'm fine..

So I'm just going to blame it on everyone else

Halfunit

Tuesday, April 08, 2003 - 03:14 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
c

Pamy

Tuesday, April 08, 2003 - 06:22 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
WaaaHOOOOO DDR!!!!!! I am jealous!!!!!
Neko...I know how ya feel, I think today is the end of my 'rage' , tomarrow I will be weepy all day!

Car54

Tuesday, April 08, 2003 - 06:45 pm EditMoveDeleteIP
Seriously thinking about calling in sick tomorrow. If I go in I might kill somebody. Doesn't matter who...just feeling the vibe. I have a couple of days til I start. I will be insane til then- then I will just be miserable.

Moondance

Wednesday, April 09, 2003 - 12:22 am EditMoveDeleteIP
I slept over 12 hours last night... I will only get a few hours sleep tonight.... I do not want to deal with myself tomorrow!

Weenerlobo

Wednesday, April 09, 2003 - 05:33 am EditMoveDeleteIP
Yep - PMSing this week too. I could sleep at the drop of a hat and Pride and Joy (boobs) are HUGE and sooooooooooooooo sore. It used to be that PMS meant some back aches and sleepiness. Now that I'm older I have no idea what each month will bring. My SIL said "Welcome to your mid-30's" Arg.