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Aww, reading that made me smile! I'm really happy your daughter had such a great surprise! My boyfriend usually takes over too, sometimes I'll be able to just chat freely, but it just really depends. I also really love the lil gifts you had ready for her teacher -- if I was a teacher myself, I would of totally been happy to receive those! (I know my replies have been extremely short lately -- I'm still not back to my "normal" self -- eventually though)!

How cute!! I haven't seen one of those lil guys (and the paint brush versions) in such a while!

Hey, welcome to the forums! I made a new account myself in 2018 after so many years, and it seems more people are returning since most of us are stuck at home. ♥

I joined here too for the same reason. ^^; I tried to get the avatars doing whatever on the boards, and even that was a lil too much for me. I feel it's nicer here imo.

Welcome to the forums, and hello! I also joined the forums a bit ago -- trying to find a way to be social easily, and just in general.

I want Ramen now... xD

@Mouseykins Thank you so much. ♥ I'm still struggling -- but just trying to keep as positive as I can during it all. My anxiety has been off the rails again as well. I distracted myself a bit yesterday by making my own Rose Water, so that's something.

I finally got, "Count von Roo's Deadly Dice"! I'll be leaving him alone now so I don't lose the avatar.

I've been having a hard time lately and have sunken back into a depressive state. ^^; (Explaining why I haven't been so chatty as usual). I've been keeping up with my doctor(s) about it, and stuff like that. It may be a side effect of my newer medicine, so we're going to monitor it, and if I don't start feeling better in mood within a few weeks -- we'll switch me to something new.

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Interesting! I've not received an email myself, but thank you to those that elaborated more. ♥

@missuninvited Not at all -- feel free to join in! I actually tried starting a puzzle myself -- but I also find it hard to concentrate or focus long enough, but I've also just been experiencing it with a lot of things lately more so. I've probably drove my boyfriend crazy with how many times I've "Re-organized" my dresser, closet, side of the room and things like that -- but it's all I can really focus enough on without getting overwhelmed in a way or just bored. Gaming has been a hit or miss lately for me -- but I really just think I'm getting tired of being home all the time, and also not wanting to go out to places that are open just because not everyone is following the guidelines for everyone's safety. >.< Don't feel bad for venting -- it's totally ok and there's nothing wrong with needing to let out frustrations and such! For the time I've been here, everyone is very supportive and understanding. ♥ Good luck on your goal!!

I oddly finished Bleach -- probably the only longer anime I ever will finish. (I was recovering from surgery -- so not much else for me to do). That was years ago though. @ohml I love Jiji -- thank you! : >

100% agreed. (Though -- we take more than we should). It took me a few different designs to find the perfect ones for not just me -- but the boys. (Their size varies, but they're still big)! We actually had someone in our family custom sew the ones we bought, that way it's perfect for everyone all around! I did that so much when I was younger -- forcing myself to stay up so I could do the things I wanted with no interference. It really is a pain, on both ends of the spectrum. I've tried getting myself into one, and sometimes I do -- but it'll only last 3-4 days and revert back to my old habits, even with me trying not to. I'm rebellious to my own self. Cranky days are indeed inevitable, and patience is all we can do. I agree with studying the other subjects, and semi leaving out things which will be learned more in the upcoming year/revisited. I did that with a lot of my schoolwork -- but it's totally easier when it's home/online vs actually in-school. (I just feel in-school is harder to catch up when you're on a more stricter time limit). I'm glad they were able to get to sleep -- hopefully they'll sleep through the night! (You and them both deserve a restful break). It's so, so hot today. Grrrr. Our AC is broke still -- and getting someone to come look at it/fix it is a bit iffy cause of the whole COVID thing. I mean, for either party it's iffy -- even though we rarely are going out, so we're fine -- but it's also just unsure if the person visiting has been taking the necessary precautions. (Even when they're required, people still refuse to follow protocol and the precautions). This post has been edited by a member of staff (Mouseykins) because of a violation of the forum rules. Please don't double post. Use the 'Edit' button if yours is the most recent reply. Per the reason above, please review our SPAM rules.

It's the past now -- but I unfortunately will always carry the pain and injuries. The memories don't bother me much anymore -- but they spike up whenever the injuries act up badly. He's very sweet and understanding thankfully -- and also lets me sleep in because I can be a grouch myself, (more than I'd like to admit). He tries his best to keep up with things, but I don't push him because I know he has his own problems and limitations -- so we just do as we can, or we just have our lazy days until one, or both of us feels better. We have a couple of those, actually, and use them for the same reason! They're recent too, and they work rather well. My boys love being out and about, but only if someone is with them now. They still like to "escape" the backyard fence, but they get instantly scared and lost, despite running in all directions. I don't mean to laugh when it happens, because they're fine once we get them -- it's just they show two different things and continue to counteract both lol Ahh, cranky day -- gotta love it. I have my own, as does the boyfriend -- but so do the kids in our family we babysit at times. It's a real challenge some days, and I can understand the frustration of trying to get everything back on track and done. Hopefully things settle down for you and your family, and you're able to get them back on a steady sleep schedule. I also know all too well about having a horrid sleep schedule, thanks Insomnia lol Here's to hoping everyone gets less cranky within the upcoming hours, or hopefully by tomorrow.

Gold usually never gives me problems, but lately my body has been rebellious. I've had to remove quite a bit of my piercings -- so right now I don't have any. (I feel so naked). I just buy cheap earrings off Ebay and other places just because I only use them as little pins, like you've been doing. xD Anything going into my body will always be high quality, and I just hope my body doesn't reject them. (I'll probably try piercings again within time -- it just sucks also needing to wait the allowed time before switching over to "custom" ones with most piercings). I could of sworn I typed he, and I didn't even notice until you mentioned it. xD Even gets to the point I'll say something, and legit forget 5 seconds later what I even said. My brain is on constant lag, and I think I need a new server for it. I can catch myself, but that's so rare -- or later on just overthink on things I've said, and I'm just like, "What an idiot! Why did I say that/why didn't I say that"? xD Doesn't help when I try to respond, I'll say the wrong response -- like to a "enjoy whatever thing I am doing" and I'll just say, "you too".

@Mouseykins I suffer from chronic migraines since very early teens -- and my injuries we're from an ex. (I won't go into detail, just because this isn't the place -- but it's easy to guess without). The spring/summer they act up so much more, and I also have a heat intolerance -- I actually need cold to find some relief, though I will sit in the shower for a LONG time when it gets too bad, trying to find relief. The boyfriend massages the muscles that tense up due to my injuries, so it helps -- I also do some stretches my chiropractor suggested for when it acts up. I'm glad to hear your walk went well! I totally understand how it feels going into stores -- but it's really good you're all practicing really good cleanliness! (I wish everyone else would -- not so many people do). My boys are notorious for getting free from things, whether it's bringing the said object with them, or some how getting free from their collars. (Their collars aren't too tight, but not too loose -- so just right, but they still find a way out anyway). They usually behave well in public, just like angels -- but once they're home, they're devils!! It's always the days you think you don't think you need certain things is when you DO need it -- I do this so many times, and I never learn lmao Good luck with the homework bit! I babysit my nieces & nephews at times, and they're around the same age as your kids -- I know how it can be some days when trying to get them to do their homework. Some days they're fine with it, and some days they'll just be extremely difficult. (I don't blame them, I was the same growing up).

Oops! Totally meant to say he -- migraine is making me foggy-brained once again. Excuse that. ^^; I type faster than my mind can process half the time, so when I'm not fully here -- it just makes that worse. xD Those are so cute!! I use earrings for the same thing, or as pins on my backpacks or bags. I used to be able to wear earrings, but my body has been rejecting anything piercing wise for the last couple years -- no matter the metal I choose. (Thanks body, glad you're helping me out).

Aaaaaa. He's being so stubborn lately -- always claiming he already knew things. (Yeah, I get it, you're wise.. but c'mon, gimmie some pity).

I absolutely love Jiji!!! I just got a lil statue of her to put on my dresser about a few months ago, and I have a lil plushie and necklace of her on a broom I got at Hot Topic some years back!! If I can find some stock images online -- I'll try to share them!