Posts by David Thomas362

Peter Adams58 said:It’s honestly so frustrating how I just can't seem to stop eating sweets.🙂

I even tell my husband not to buy any candy because I know if it's in the house, I'll end up devouring everything in sight. But he just keeps doing it...😠Every single day when he gets home from work, he brings in a bag of treats "for the little guy."

And let's be real, the kid isn't going to be happy about having to diet later on.🙂 🙂 🙂

Ugh, tell me about it. I'm constantly clearing all the chocolate out of the pantry. If there isn't any chocolate left, I'll just grab a spoon and go straight for the peanut butter or Nutella.🤦

I don't really mind if my husband calls me fat. Honestly, he does it all the time—calling me "chubby" or "sweetie"—and I actually find it quite endearing. My dad and mom say the same thing, too. But when someone else says it (like one of his buddies), it just feels different... we aren't exactly close like that, I guess. Maybe that’s why I don't particularly care for him anyway.☕

Justin Baker3 my husband’s friend actually told me I was fat... just straight up said, "Hey, you're fat." So, I suppose I told him that I won't be fat forever since I'm due to give birth soon, whereas he'll probably stay fat (and a bit soft, if I'm being honest).

It just goes to show that people can be absolute jerks. Most of them, anyway.

Jerry Bailey47 said:🤣 You actually have me laughing through tears—we finally told my in-laws the name we settled on today, even though they were convinced it would be something else entirely. They took the news like I had personally insulted their entire lineage. I mean, it’s not even the first time I’ve told them our minds are made up, but they’d already started calling the baby by the other name. When we finally clarified the change today, my mother-in-law pulled a total G7 face, and my father-in-law actually had the nerve to say he’ll just baptize the kid after himself and call him that instead. Yeah... right. I'd love to see that showdown. ☕
The worst part? The name isn't some weird "spacey" choice; it’s just a standard biblical name. But apparently, in their world, if it isn't George, Anthony, or Simon, it's too radical. 😁

Oh, wow!!!😂😂😂😂
We're staying completely silent about the name because I still haven't made up my mind. My mother-in-law asked us YET AGAIN if we'd picked anything, adding that she thinks everyone knows except for her. 🙄
It really bugs me how she keeps poking at us; it feels like she just won't respect our choice to wait until we're absolutely certain before saying anything.

I’ve started getting these nagging pains in my ribs on the left side—especially just below the breast—and my pelvis is acting up too. Even if I only sit for five minutes, getting back up is a struggle, and walking? Well, let’s just say I’m moving more like an old cowboy in a Western than I’d like.

shadowfalcon43 said:It really gets under my skin when I hear people saying stuff like, "Oh, I'm pregnant, so I can't lift more than ten pounds," or "I can't go to the grocery store alone because I can't carry the bags..." or "I can't clean the house because I'm not supposed to." My god... 🙄🙄
...Look, if someone is dealing with actual medical complications and needs to stay on bed rest to save the pregnancy, fine—that’s serious and you have to respect that. But sometimes it feels like certain women are just waiting for a positive test so they can act helpless, miserable, and basically eat their way into a coma!

And then there's the constant judgment I get for still working out... (okay, sure, I've dialed back the intensity, but I haven't quit!) or for actually eating healthy and not having these bizarre, uncontrollable cravings. Sure, my ligaments and my back ache sometimes... but on those days, I just lie down, take it easy, move slow... and by the next day, I'm back to my normal self!!

I still carry my own bags, though if I know I have a big haul, I just use a shopping cart to load everything up. Honestly, I did that even before I was pregnant whenever I went to the farmer's market. I mean, why would I struggle and strain myself? Just because I'm young and can handle it now doesn't mean I want to; once I get older, I'll probably just complain about my aching joints anyway.
I don't have any medical complications; I'm a healthy pregnant woman, thank God, and the baby is doing great. However, I have stopped doing certain things. For instance, I don't do much cleaning or bending anymore because I noticed that every time I clean the bathroom, my pelvic bone hurts so much I can barely walk. So, naturally, I'm going to lie down, and my husband can do the cleaning. I can't remember the last time I lifted anything heavier than a vacuum cleaner. Why would I bother, especially now that I'm in my third trimester?
Actually, I do expect to be let ahead in line sometimes because standing in one spot is genuinely difficult for me. Today was actually the first time during this pregnancy that I got to cut in line, and that was at H&M. I'm grateful for that. Still, I think it's easier for girls who aren't pregnant to stand in line than it is for me.
Up until about two or three weeks ago, I was still cleaning, vacuuming, and handling all the housework (except vacuuming and mopping—that's my husband's job), but now I feel like it's time to slow down.
And really, nothing about my pregnancy is bothering me. I'm enjoying every bit of it. Please don't kill me for saying that! Peace!🙂

Noah Wells2 said:I found myself somewhat taken aback by the reaction—or rather, the complete lack thereof—from certain "friends" when I shared the news about my pregnancy. It wasn't exactly the joyful reception one might expect, which led me to the realization that I was likely facing nothing more than envy and resentment. Honestly, it’s quite a distasteful way to behave.

I told one of my friends I was pregnant, and she didn't even blink. She just gave this little smirk and let out a half-hearted, "Oh, really?" It was honestly kind of underwhelming, I guess.🙄

Andrew Martin89 said:Some lady actually had the nerve to call me out on the bus today—I was on the 34th Street line with my five-year-old, and there was a perfectly good empty seat right behind me, but no, she just *had* to insist on sitting right next to us instead.🙂

🙂
I honestly don't get it... I mean, how does someone even think they can lift a pregnant woman who also has a toddler in tow? I guess I just can't wrap my head around that kind of mindset.😕 I guess I’ve never actually had anyone cut in front of me at the grocery store, nor have I ever been able to skip ahead in line anywhere else. But on the bus? People just stare right through me like I don't exist. It's honestly a disaster.
I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve wanted to say something, only to just bite my tongue because, honestly... I don't even know.

Donna Taylor68 said:Someone told me to try Jess pads—the plastic-free daily ones—and honestly, they’re 👍. I’ve been using them throughout my entire pregnancy and haven't dealt with a single yeast infection or any bacterial issues. Seriously, highly recommend. I can't be swapping out four pairs of underwear a day.

I don't really use liners myself... plus, I have plenty of underwear, so I've never really run out.😁

Honestly, the leaking is just wearing me out... especially when I laugh or cough and it catches me off guard 🙂... if I’m out running errands, I end up feeling damp, which is something I absolutely can't stand 🙂
Since I don't use daily liners, I find myself changing my underwear about four times a day. It doesn't happen every single day, though, so I guess I manage okay.

I’m honestly getting so fed up with this constant, all-day nausea; I can barely eat anything, let alone function normally... I've had just about enough.😠

Everyone’s been raving about the pastries at Coca-Cola's bakery lately. They really are top-tier, I guess—definitely worth a visit if you have the chance!😉

So, what do you all think about the idea of doing two separate two-tier cakes?🤷
Since they aren't making a parfait cake on top of another cake here, I guess we might have to get a little creative...

Thanks for the suggestion. I’ll have to check with them first. I’m not entirely sure they’ll grant my request, since they seem to stick to a specific set of options. Here is what they have available:

If you're looking for a layered cake option, you can choose from:
- Dobos style
- Walnut cake
- Hazelnut cake
- Chocolate cake
- Sachertorte
- California Dream – hazelnut and almond

For tiered cakes, we could do any of the ones listed above, or perhaps one of their parfait cakes:

- Strawberry, vanilla, or chocolate
- Banana Split (chocolate cream and banana)
- Wild berry
- Vanilla/chocolate combo
- Blueberry vanilla
- Black Forest

Nathan Cox25 said:I think it looks tacky too. It’s got that vibe—kind of like being at my own mother's wedding or something. So yeah, we're crossing that off the list immediately. Though, if they made you cupcakes, would every single one be a total disaster?

I'll ask them, though I suspect they don't offer that. We're going to sample some cakes, and I'm just hoping there's a flavor out there that hits the spot—maybe even something that looks like a cake on top of a cake. 🙏

Honestly, my crew keeps making these parfait cakes using only stands... and I have to say, it looks a bit tacky. I realize it’s just a cake, but it’s going to be the centerpiece of the evening for a while 😢

Thanks, everyone!😘

Nathan Cox25 said:Our first version was basically a parfait—we scrapped it because they were worried about the weight distribution. They told me the bottom layer needed a double biscuit base just to stay upright on the stands. So, yeah, you can build it however you want now.

So, it turns out a parfait cake layered on top of another cake is totally doable, provided the base layer has two sponges. Woohoo! Thanks, Nathan Cox25!😉 I just hope the staff at the Marriott doesn't try to get smart with us regarding the setup...

I’ve always had this vision of a tiered cake sitting directly on top of another one—I just think that look is so much more elegant. But it turns out we’re going with the stacked version on separate stands instead, which feels a bit underwhelming to me, I guess, purely because we’ve decided to go with a parfait 😠

It feels a bit overdone to me, though I’ve never been much of a fan of pink. I suppose it might look better if those roses weren't packed so tightly together—maybe a more natural, spread-out arrangement would work, rather than having them all so tiny... but overall, it looks lovely.😁

Frank, I know what I'm talking about!😉 The cookies are delicious—really wonderful, at least in my opinion. I don't know if I'd bother going all the way to Hershey's, though. My nephew absolutely loves these.
Regarding the price, they aren't all $120. Only two or three varieties hit that mark, while the others are $28/lb.