Is anyone else having a weird day?

thecatmother · 2021-09-28T20:32:57+00:00

I don't know what it is today , but so far : talked DD number one from quitting her course (because there's a new tutor and he has a mullet and she thinks he is trying too hard) , pacified DD number two who left her homework book at school and was distraught over that (no urgency to complete till next Monday), talked DP through the stress of tire damage and subsequent tire change at QuickFit (annoying and expensive). Work is busy and loads of people are off with the cold, therefore the workload is avalanche like. Have just sat down, emotionally exhausted, large glass of wine and a cup of tea in hand. I feel like an emotional punchbag today.

2lsinllama · 28/09/2021 21:43

Today has certainly been weird. Started with funeral arrangements stress, got called into work early to cover, managed to get the most wriggly, disruptive little one in Nursery to lie on the mat for the whole eight minute meditation session (a first) came home to discover DS needs to have a PCR so had the stress of booking that, got Tesco delivery and they had run out of loads of the standard size packs of stuff so had substituted them for larger packs, including a massive chicken and bacon pasta ready meal which DS and I had for tea - so was literally winner winner chicken dinner at the end of the day!

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thecatmother · 28/09/2021 21:45

@2lsinllama

Today has certainly been weird. Started with funeral arrangements stress, got called into work early to cover, managed to get the most wriggly, disruptive little one in Nursery to lie on the mat for the whole eight minute meditation session (a first) came home to discover DS needs to have a PCR so had the stress of booking that, got Tesco delivery and they had run out of loads of the standard size packs of stuff so had substituted them for larger packs, including a massive chicken and bacon pasta ready meal which DS and I had for tea - so was literally winner winner chicken dinner at the end of the day!

I'm sorry for your loss 💐

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2lsinllama · 28/09/2021 21:45

Pressed post too soon - wanted to add that I hope you are having a calmer evening 💐

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thecatmother · 28/09/2021 21:46

@2lsinllama

Pressed post too soon - wanted to add that I hope you are having a calmer evening 💐

Thank you, its almost like a palatable tension in the air. Hard to explain, but as if I'm in an anticipation mode (and not a good kind).

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GoWalkabout · 28/09/2021 21:48

We reckon its the equinox. Everything is a struggle this week.

Kindleswitchface · 28/09/2021 21:51

I've felt like this since the weekend. Just cannot face the universe. I WFH and still feel like I am logging into an atmosphere with work.

Ohdofuckofdear · 28/09/2021 21:55

I thought it was just us.

My poor DH who is never ill is feeling bloody rotten today,I feel bloody awful,DD18 has been harder work than usual and DD14 has had a bloody rubbish time at school today.

To top it all of DH has a bad face/head,DD14 and DD18 both have had headaches and so do I.

I hope tomorrow brings a better day for everyone.

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thecatmother · 28/09/2021 21:56

Just looked up that Mercury is in retrograde as well, apparently that affects the communication between the people. Makes a lot of sense, as I just couldn't get through to my children and other half. Feels bloody exhausting.

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Positivelypatient · 28/09/2021 21:57

I don't really follow astrology but my DD did mention that mercury is in retrograde atm.

WearsideBridge · 28/09/2021 21:58

Yep, networks all down, affected phones, email, service to all documents and WiFi in the local authority.

An OFSTED inspection.

No fuel for the car.

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thecatmother · 28/09/2021 21:58

@Positivelypatient

I don't really follow astrology but my DD did mention that mercury is in retrograde atm.

We need 🍷, it's going to be a long week.

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tintodeverano2 · 28/09/2021 22:01

And it's only Tuesday! It feels like we should be further in the week..:

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thecatmother · 28/09/2021 22:02

@WearsideBridge

Yep, networks all down, affected phones, email, service to all documents and WiFi in the local authority.

An OFSTED inspection.

No fuel for the car.

F*ck, that's bad, scrap my complaints. Hope your week gets better.

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BigRedDuck · 28/09/2021 22:02

I'm trying to prep for an interview next 2eek and failing. Every example I've written down I've scribbled out.
DCs endlessly bickering and poor DH was out working and then trying to find fuel so he could get to site tomorrow until 8pm.
I'm peopled out after a very social few months and a close friend has seemingly got the hump with me because I said I was busy today and wasn't available.
I'm exhausted. I have however deleted Facebook and will be retreating to my Winter bubble for the next few months.

I hope you all have a better evening. I have gin.

Hdhdjejdj · 28/09/2021 22:03

I’m having a really great day. I feel like I am making real breakthroughs.

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thecatmother · 28/09/2021 22:03

@tintodeverano2

And it's only Tuesday! It feels like we should be further in the week..:

I agree.

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2lsinllama · 28/09/2021 22:03

@tintodeverano2

And it's only Tuesday! It feels like we should be further in the week..:

Yes! I’ve been convinced all day that it was Wednesday.

ilkleymoorbartat · 28/09/2021 22:05

Oh god, I've felt awful all day. Really shakey and on verge of tears. Very unlike me.

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thecatmother · 28/09/2021 22:08

And I've just remembered another annoying thing about today: trying to change the phone online, but want to keep my number and not interested in new iPhone. Not bloody possible, ended up on "live chat " , fighting for not changing the number and saying a thousand NOs to the latest iPhone. Eventually got a new phone, just a small change in monthly price. Thought would do it during my lunch break, ended up a drawn out affair.

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Mamamamasaurus · 28/09/2021 22:08

Found out MIL had a fairly bad fall and has needed stitches in her face, has 2 very black eyes and various facial bruising. One of my chickens died tonight too.

This week can suck my balls so far.

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thecatmother · 28/09/2021 22:10

@Hdhdjejdj

I’m having a really great day. I feel like I am making real breakthroughs.

Yay! Genuinely happy for you. But feel free to feel sorry for us here. And help yourself to some 🍷or 🍸

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thecatmother · 28/09/2021 22:12

@Mamamamasaurus

Found out MIL had a fairly bad fall and has needed stitches in her face, has 2 very black eyes and various facial bruising. One of my chickens died tonight too.

This week can suck my balls so far.

I'm so sorry 💐, I hope that your MIL will heal quickly.

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LikeTheOceansWeRise · 28/09/2021 22:32

Ugh yes. I'm having a weird week. I can't focus on anything, just moping about and struggling through the workday, fantasising about sacking it all in and becoming a hermit. Usually I'm quite jolly and optimistic. I'm hoping it's the time of year and not just that I've become a misery

Hdhdjejdj · 29/09/2021 11:01

Thank you @thecatmother. I’ve had some exceptionally tough and frustrating years recently but was convinced things would improve after my birthday. Which they have!
Lots of hearfelt love to those struggling this week.

ThingDone · 29/09/2021 11:25

@thecatmother

Just looked up that Mercury is in retrograde as well, apparently that affects the communication between the people. Makes a lot of sense, as I just couldn't get through to my children and other half. Feels bloody exhausting.

Oh.. wow... not sure I usually believe in this sort of thing

but dh and I have had the most absurd few days in terms of our communication. Very exhausting indeed! Can't get through to him.