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[rubywillow]

The Journey begins here so get YOUR ASSES IN GEAR!!!!

Well, lots for me and my alter-ego to do today. Nice landlady and landlady from HELL! Hubs depends on me to handle the unpleasant day-to-day with them all, then complains about what I do. That's OK, I've learned to do what needs to be done, and when he criticizes, I hand the whole file over to him and refuse to touch it again. I know he's under tremendous pressure right now, so I'm trying hard to be here for him, but last night his grumpy ass pushed me over the line, and I told him to go find another whipping boy (that would feed him as lavishly as I do), and when he wanted to become human again, I'd be here. Maybe. Sorry for the rant - if you're married you understand! :H I've had several people, including doctor, dentist, accountant, daughter, tell me I need to get away for a rest, but Hubs will find out next week if he will be forced to retire, and I don't want him to be alone when this comes down. Anyway, thanks for coming to my pity party, you'll find your party favors at the door!!

[Guest]

The Journey begins here so get YOUR ASSES IN GEAR!!!!

rubywillow;838207 wrote: Well, lots for me and my alter-ego to do today. Nice landlady and landlady from HELL! Hubs depends on me to handle the unpleasant day-to-day with them all, then complains about what I do. That's OK, I've learned to do what needs to be done, and when he criticizes, I hand the whole file over to him and refuse to touch it again. I know he's under tremendous pressure right now, so I'm trying hard to be here for him, but last night his grumpy ass pushed me over the line, and I told him to go find another whipping boy (that would feed him as lavishly as I do), and when he wanted to become human again, I'd be here. Maybe. Sorry for the rant - if you're married you understand! :H I've had several people, including doctor, dentist, accountant, daughter, tell me I need to get away for a rest, but Hubs will find out next week if he will be forced to retire, and I don't want him to be alone when this comes down. Anyway, thanks for coming to my pity party, you'll find your party favors at the door!!

Rubidoos,

YES! I know what you are talking about! And I do exactly the same.

We have a house in the UK that we rent out and I was looking after things. When something went wrong, I used to tell our agents to get it fixed as soon as possible. I need my tenants to be happy, pay rent and stay. (Our first tenants stayed for over four years.) Then hubby complained about the money I was spending. He doesn't work it all out!

So I handed EVERYTHING over to him and said "OK - YOU do it." This year, so much has gone wrong! Now he's dealing with it, he's worked out why I was doing things the way I was. Hope he doesn't hand it back to me though.

Stay Calm and plan that break!

I've only been married...erm...14 years...perhaps you need to give me some advice.

xx

[rubywillow]

The Journey begins here so get YOUR ASSES IN GEAR!!!!

Thank you Spammy. Yes, we take people for granted in our lives. I'm guilty, I know, but somehow I feel I'm way too often on the giving end. Before the economic 'crash' I begged Hubs to sell all our properties but the ones we wanted to keep in retirement. He wouldn't even talk about it. 'I told you so' has never left my mouth, but my tongue is chewed ragged! :H That choice has cost us hundreds of thousands, but, it's done, so nothing to be gained from reminding him. Also, now that the new big boss at his work is working to get rid of the 'older', experienced, from-the-ranks employees to hire just out of college, politically correct (who get offended if they can't get off for their great aunt's second cousin's husband's birthday), he's realizing he gave his attention all these years to them instead of his family. His thinking was hard work and dedication would mean something to them. NOT! Again, sorry about the bitchin', I'm not complaining about our situation since we're SO much better off than so many. It's just the irony of life; in sobriety you can see things coming and try to avoid them, but life is still life, and life happens. We make the best of each day as it comes. And you know, I'm happy with that.
Sorry,all. I've really gone off the tracks today talking about me and my little problems. Thank you all for being patient and listening to me. Maybe I DO need a rest. Anyone have a padded room and a nice straightjacket? :H

[Guest]

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No, Rant Away!

Do you have the term "Generation X" over there? They're the age group who want everything handed to them on a plate as well as a $200,000 salary. Gosh - It Bugs Me!!! I could almost crack open a beer. (And I HATE beer - really!!)

Yep - A lot of people have worked bloody hard for a lifetime and are now being overlooked! They were from a generation where giving to a company meant receiving as well.

ps - Sorry to the nice Gen X peeps who do work and know what it's all about. I know there are some here.

[sick of being sick]

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Good morning, everyone! :heartsnflowers: I am so sore I can hardly move today. Planted half acre garden yesterday! No breeze all day, but got lots of sun, planted it in my bathing suit (HA). So nice to see new faces around!:colorwelcome: I LOVE this group! Ruby, absolutely beautiful pics! Looks alot like my place. So sorry hubby being an ass. It sounds like you really need to go to the cabin ALONE for rest and relaxation. Bitch all you need to, we all love you so much! Cowgal, can't believe it is time for you to go! We are going to MISS you terribly, but I know you are going to have a GREAT time! Spuds, almost 2 months AF, that's awesome! I am so glad you are feeling happy and healthy! Saving, so happy to have you here, your enthusism is awesome! Your whole attitude about life will change for the better! Welcome, Happy! 5-7 is tough for alot of people. I find staying on the site during those hours helps me through it. You are NOT a bad person or a bad Mom. We all feel that way while drinking. Day to day drinking doesn't work for any of us! It will get easier, just stay strong and keep posting and reading posts. You'll find lots of encouragement here. MB, I'm on bac and it doesn't make me foggy. I hope it works good for you! Life is wonderful without drinking and feeling drugged up. With each passing day, it gets better and better so don't give up! Everyone else, love you and hope you all have a WONDERFUL day! Love ya, Vicki

[mama bear]

The Journey begins here so get YOUR ASSES IN GEAR!!!!

welcome home sos...sounds like you made it thru your trip AF.....
Rubes....you are always so supportive of us....you bitch ALL you want.......as much as you want...
papa bear and I do the same thing....he always right and I am always wrong.....I amke a big dramatic production of "Oh My Gawd.....How Did I Evuh Suhvive withouwt Yew".....kind of like Scarlett OHara.....
he just rolls his eyes......

[rubywillow]

The Journey begins here so get YOUR ASSES IN GEAR!!!!

"Ah'll thank of it, t'morrow" :H

[rubywillow]

The Journey begins here so get YOUR ASSES IN GEAR!!!!

You know, I have to say this, and it is the God's Honest Truth; Some of you I've recently met here and my long-time Buds, are SO important to my day. Watching for your first post, your reply, whatever. I've been here nearly 2 years, and I don't feel I've ever felt as close to anyone as to those on this thread now. Love you, Bubs!

[mama bear]

The Journey begins here so get YOUR ASSES IN GEAR!!!!

I feel the exact same way Ruby.....i am closer to you all than my own family in a way

[rubywillow]

The Journey begins here so get YOUR ASSES IN GEAR!!!!

You've all moved me to post an updated 'life story'. There's not enough time, space, interest!:H, to tell all the things that have gone on in my life. Actually, it's been a great ride, so far, and I intend to crank it up and keep it going! LOL

[mama bear]

The Journey begins here so get YOUR ASSES IN GEAR!!!!

well my dear, I for one, think you should do it....my life could be movie of the week, but i have to get off the topa so I can remember it!!!

[rubywillow]

The Journey begins here so get YOUR ASSES IN GEAR!!!!

I did, love, under 'Tell Us Your Story'. I've met a lot of people in so many walks of life, and they all tell me I diff from anyone they've encountered. Taking that as a compliment~! :H

[mama bear]

The Journey begins here so get YOUR ASSES IN GEAR!!!!

im off to read it

[cowgal]

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hey all

I just wanted to add..................Ruby take care of yourself, go to the cabin alone, SOS, don't
worry about missing me, i am taking my pc, mama bear topa did that to me tto...............had to get off it, it really didn't help, baclofen did the most...................T, where r u???

Cute donkeys Ruby!! Hi spam how r u????

I am off for some more sleep, hopefully i can get online tonight at work, if not, it is more drawing, that is all.....................

love you guys, :l :h

MA

[mama bear]

The Journey begins here so get YOUR ASSES IN GEAR!!!!

Thanks Cowgal....I am offically changing Rubes name to Mama Rubes....I wish I could crawl into her arms right now....
may have to get get off the topa and try campral or bac
I love ya"ll...you have no idea how much