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Post by SpringSummers on May 28, 2010 17:45:52 GMT -5
So.... I'm gonna ramble a bit, if it's all the same to you. I've had a really good few years. I married the love of my life (which took some doing, all told, really), I had the most beautiful, sweet baby girl I could ever have hoped for (again, much work went into making her happen, too), and now I've gotten just about the best job I could have wanted. I've been really lucky, and I'm so very happy right now, I just wanted to really share it with everyone. This isn't meant to be boasting; it's just that one of the things I value about you all is how much everyS'cubie really thrills for the good fortunes of the others, and I think we all (myself most definitely included) tend to reserve our longest, most heartfelt posts for when things are going badly, so I wanted to make sure I shared my feelings when things were going well. The only thing that could make my life better right now is if my father was here to see it all. He would have been so relieved and happy to see me paired up with Dave, he would simply have adored Emily with all his heart, and he would have been so proud to watch me start my very own lab, 18 years after I landed in my first advisor's lab. My dad wasn't a good husband, but he was an absolutely terrific father and grandfather. I never, not for one minute, doubted he'd jump in front of a speeding train for me, and he was Camille's best friend in the world. Part of what (and who) I am today is born of the confidence of having one person who always thought I walked on water. Knowing, now, that not everyone has that makes it all the more valuable to me. Which brings me back to my husband, again. Dave isn't always the best partner - at least, not if you want emotional openness and lots of deep conversation. But watching him with Emily...I know, without a doubt, that she's going to grow up knowing that her dad thinks she's the best thing that ever happened to him. She's going to have what I had, and because of that, I know I made the right choice of partner. Well, that and the fact that he never stops being interesting to me, not even after...wow...12 years. At any rate, I'm having sort of the best three years of my life right now, and I wanted to share it with people I know will get a thrill out of hearing it. Much love, S'cubes...especially those who've had a really hard couple of years, and yet still manage to be there for the rest. I'm off to Portland to see my SIL graduate from medical school this weekend. Life is good. Ah, Rachael, thanks so much for sharing this. You are a gem of a S'cubie.
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Post by SpringSummers on May 28, 2010 17:49:53 GMT -5
FYI:
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Post by Sara on May 28, 2010 20:30:21 GMT -5
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Post by Sara on May 28, 2010 20:59:01 GMT -5
So.... I'm gonna ramble a bit, if it's all the same to you. I've had a really good few years. I married the love of my life (which took some doing, all told, really), I had the most beautiful, sweet baby girl I could ever have hoped for (again, much work went into making her happen, too), and now I've gotten just about the best job I could have wanted. I've been really lucky, and I'm so very happy right now, I just wanted to really share it with everyone. This isn't meant to be boasting; it's just that one of the things I value about you all is how much everyS'cubie really thrills for the good fortunes of the others, and I think we all (myself most definitely included) tend to reserve our longest, most heartfelt posts for when things are going badly, so I wanted to make sure I shared my feelings when things were going well. The only thing that could make my life better right now is if my father was here to see it all. He would have been so relieved and happy to see me paired up with Dave, he would simply have adored Emily with all his heart, and he would have been so proud to watch me start my very own lab, 18 years after I landed in my first advisor's lab. My dad wasn't a good husband, but he was an absolutely terrific father and grandfather. I never, not for one minute, doubted he'd jump in front of a speeding train for me, and he was Camille's best friend in the world. Part of what (and who) I am today is born of the confidence of having one person who always thought I walked on water. Knowing, now, that not everyone has that makes it all the more valuable to me. Which brings me back to my husband, again. Dave isn't always the best partner - at least, not if you want emotional openness and lots of deep conversation. But watching him with Emily...I know, without a doubt, that she's going to grow up knowing that her dad thinks she's the best thing that ever happened to him. She's going to have what I had, and because of that, I know I made the right choice of partner. Well, that and the fact that he never stops being interesting to me, not even after...wow...12 years. At any rate, I'm having sort of the best three years of my life right now, and I wanted to share it with people I know will get a thrill out of hearing it. Much love, S'cubes...especially those who've had a really hard couple of years, and yet still manage to be there for the rest. I'm off to Portland to see my SIL graduate from medical school this weekend. Life is good. Sweetie, I'm thrilled. I think it's wonderful that good things are happening for you, and, most importantly, that you've developed the good sense and maturity to appreciate it in the moment. You're a pretty terrific person, all told. I couldn't have said it better than Erin if I tried. So I'll just add my I'm so very happy for you.
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Post by Sharky on May 28, 2010 21:05:42 GMT -5
So.... (SNIP) At any rate, I'm having sort of the best three years of my life right now, and I wanted to share it with people I know will get a thrill out of hearing it. Much love, S'cubes...especially those who've had a really hard couple of years, and yet still manage to be there for the rest. I'm off to Portland to see my SIL graduate from medical school this weekend. Life is good. I'm very happy for you, Rachael. Sounds like a great time in your life.
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Post by Sharky on May 28, 2010 21:08:25 GMT -5
Hey, I forgot to say congratulations upon your son's graduation honors! Julia, and now I have a bunch of eObligations to dispatch Thanks, Julia!
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Post by Sharky on May 28, 2010 21:12:14 GMT -5
We broke out the BtVS DVD's recently. Watching "The Pack" tonight, which is such a well-done episode.
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Post by Squeemonster on May 28, 2010 21:43:19 GMT -5
So.... I'm gonna ramble a bit, if it's all the same to you. I've had a really good few years. I married the love of my life (which took some doing, all told, really), I had the most beautiful, sweet baby girl I could ever have hoped for (again, much work went into making her happen, too), and now I've gotten just about the best job I could have wanted. I've been really lucky, and I'm so very happy right now, I just wanted to really share it with everyone. This isn't meant to be boasting; it's just that one of the things I value about you all is how much everyS'cubie really thrills for the good fortunes of the others, and I think we all (myself most definitely included) tend to reserve our longest, most heartfelt posts for when things are going badly, so I wanted to make sure I shared my feelings when things were going well. The only thing that could make my life better right now is if my father was here to see it all. He would have been so relieved and happy to see me paired up with Dave, he would simply have adored Emily with all his heart, and he would have been so proud to watch me start my very own lab, 18 years after I landed in my first advisor's lab. My dad wasn't a good husband, but he was an absolutely terrific father and grandfather. I never, not for one minute, doubted he'd jump in front of a speeding train for me, and he was Camille's best friend in the world. Part of what (and who) I am today is born of the confidence of having one person who always thought I walked on water. Knowing, now, that not everyone has that makes it all the more valuable to me. Which brings me back to my husband, again. Dave isn't always the best partner - at least, not if you want emotional openness and lots of deep conversation. But watching him with Emily...I know, without a doubt, that she's going to grow up knowing that her dad thinks she's the best thing that ever happened to him. She's going to have what I had, and because of that, I know I made the right choice of partner. Well, that and the fact that he never stops being interesting to me, not even after...wow...12 years. At any rate, I'm having sort of the best three years of my life right now, and I wanted to share it with people I know will get a thrill out of hearing it. Much love, S'cubes...especially those who've had a really hard couple of years, and yet still manage to be there for the rest. I'm off to Portland to see my SIL graduate from medical school this weekend. Life is good. I really kind of love this post. Your happiness is making me happy, which is amazing, considering we're on opposites sides of the country and all. Isn't it incredible that we're able to share all of this with each other and feel like we're partaking in each other's good times and able to help each other along through the bad. And I admire how you're able to not take any of this for granted. Happiness is wasted on those who can't appreciate it. Give your wee little one and your hubby an extra hug from all the S'cubies.
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Post by SpringSummers on May 28, 2010 21:43:47 GMT -5
YAY!!! Your adventure begins.
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Post by Julia, wrought iron-y on May 28, 2010 23:00:30 GMT -5
So.... I'm gonna ramble a bit, if it's all the same to you. I've had a really good few years. I married the love of my life (which took some doing, all told, really), I had the most beautiful, sweet baby girl I could ever have hoped for (again, much work went into making her happen, too), and now I've gotten just about the best job I could have wanted. I've been really lucky, and I'm so very happy right now, I just wanted to really share it with everyone. This isn't meant to be boasting; it's just that one of the things I value about you all is how much everyS'cubie really thrills for the good fortunes of the others, and I think we all (myself most definitely included) tend to reserve our longest, most heartfelt posts for when things are going badly, so I wanted to make sure I shared my feelings when things were going well. The only thing that could make my life better right now is if my father was here to see it all. He would have been so relieved and happy to see me paired up with Dave, he would simply have adored Emily with all his heart, and he would have been so proud to watch me start my very own lab, 18 years after I landed in my first advisor's lab. My dad wasn't a good husband, but he was an absolutely terrific father and grandfather. I never, not for one minute, doubted he'd jump in front of a speeding train for me, and he was Camille's best friend in the world. Part of what (and who) I am today is born of the confidence of having one person who always thought I walked on water. Knowing, now, that not everyone has that makes it all the more valuable to me. Which brings me back to my husband, again. Dave isn't always the best partner - at least, not if you want emotional openness and lots of deep conversation. But watching him with Emily...I know, without a doubt, that she's going to grow up knowing that her dad thinks she's the best thing that ever happened to him. She's going to have what I had, and because of that, I know I made the right choice of partner. Well, that and the fact that he never stops being interesting to me, not even after...wow...12 years. At any rate, I'm having sort of the best three years of my life right now, and I wanted to share it with people I know will get a thrill out of hearing it. Much love, S'cubes...especially those who've had a really hard couple of years, and yet still manage to be there for the rest. I'm off to Portland to see my SIL graduate from medical school this weekend. Life is good. Just reading this make my rainy day blues lighten a lot. Julia, and, again,
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Post by Riff on May 29, 2010 2:52:12 GMT -5
So.... I'm gonna ramble a bit, if it's all the same to you. I've had a really good few years. I married the love of my life (which took some doing, all told, really), I had the most beautiful, sweet baby girl I could ever have hoped for (again, much work went into making her happen, too), and now I've gotten just about the best job I could have wanted. I've been really lucky, and I'm so very happy right now, I just wanted to really share it with everyone. This isn't meant to be boasting; it's just that one of the things I value about you all is how much everyS'cubie really thrills for the good fortunes of the others, and I think we all (myself most definitely included) tend to reserve our longest, most heartfelt posts for when things are going badly, so I wanted to make sure I shared my feelings when things were going well. The only thing that could make my life better right now is if my father was here to see it all. He would have been so relieved and happy to see me paired up with Dave, he would simply have adored Emily with all his heart, and he would have been so proud to watch me start my very own lab, 18 years after I landed in my first advisor's lab. My dad wasn't a good husband, but he was an absolutely terrific father and grandfather. I never, not for one minute, doubted he'd jump in front of a speeding train for me, and he was Camille's best friend in the world. Part of what (and who) I am today is born of the confidence of having one person who always thought I walked on water. Knowing, now, that not everyone has that makes it all the more valuable to me. Which brings me back to my husband, again. Dave isn't always the best partner - at least, not if you want emotional openness and lots of deep conversation. But watching him with Emily...I know, without a doubt, that she's going to grow up knowing that her dad thinks she's the best thing that ever happened to him. She's going to have what I had, and because of that, I know I made the right choice of partner. Well, that and the fact that he never stops being interesting to me, not even after...wow...12 years. At any rate, I'm having sort of the best three years of my life right now, and I wanted to share it with people I know will get a thrill out of hearing it. Much love, S'cubes...especially those who've had a really hard couple of years, and yet still manage to be there for the rest. I'm off to Portland to see my SIL graduate from medical school this weekend. Life is good. Well done! Good news is something I always like to hear, and you've had so much. Heartfelt congratulations on all your achievements and joy.
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Post by Vlad on May 29, 2010 6:00:19 GMT -5
THE BEST SHOW ON TV THAT NOBODY HERE BUT ME IS WATCHING.
THE VAMPIRE DIARIESI need to put a claim in for Ian Somerhalder.He is sooooooooooooo damn cute and hot as the bad brother vampire that's been hurt by love but who is really a softie who will probably get hurt again and turn really evil, but who cares, because he is sooooooooooo damn cute. Hey, I watch! Vlad
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Post by Vlad on May 29, 2010 6:07:40 GMT -5
I've met this woman. Vlad
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Post by beccaelizabeth on May 29, 2010 6:40:17 GMT -5
So.... I'm gonna ramble a bit, if it's all the same to you. I've had a really good few years. I married the love of my life (which took some doing, all told, really), I had the most beautiful, sweet baby girl I could ever have hoped for (again, much work went into making her happen, too), and now I've gotten just about the best job I could have wanted. I've been really lucky, and I'm so very happy right now, I just wanted to really share it with everyone. This isn't meant to be boasting; it's just that one of the things I value about you all is how much everyS'cubie really thrills for the good fortunes of the others, and I think we all (myself most definitely included) tend to reserve our longest, most heartfelt posts for when things are going badly, so I wanted to make sure I shared my feelings when things were going well. (*snip*) is good to hear about the good stuff is good you have plenty good stuff
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Post by Queen E on May 29, 2010 9:13:49 GMT -5
So.... I'm gonna ramble a bit, if it's all the same to you. I've had a really good few years. I married the love of my life (which took some doing, all told, really), I had the most beautiful, sweet baby girl I could ever have hoped for (again, much work went into making her happen, too), and now I've gotten just about the best job I could have wanted. I've been really lucky, and I'm so very happy right now, I just wanted to really share it with everyone. This isn't meant to be boasting; it's just that one of the things I value about you all is how much everyS'cubie really thrills for the good fortunes of the others, and I think we all (myself most definitely included) tend to reserve our longest, most heartfelt posts for when things are going badly, so I wanted to make sure I shared my feelings when things were going well. The only thing that could make my life better right now is if my father was here to see it all. He would have been so relieved and happy to see me paired up with Dave, he would simply have adored Emily with all his heart, and he would have been so proud to watch me start my very own lab, 18 years after I landed in my first advisor's lab. My dad wasn't a good husband, but he was an absolutely terrific father and grandfather. I never, not for one minute, doubted he'd jump in front of a speeding train for me, and he was Camille's best friend in the world. Part of what (and who) I am today is born of the confidence of having one person who always thought I walked on water. Knowing, now, that not everyone has that makes it all the more valuable to me. Which brings me back to my husband, again. Dave isn't always the best partner - at least, not if you want emotional openness and lots of deep conversation. But watching him with Emily...I know, without a doubt, that she's going to grow up knowing that her dad thinks she's the best thing that ever happened to him. She's going to have what I had, and because of that, I know I made the right choice of partner. Well, that and the fact that he never stops being interesting to me, not even after...wow...12 years. At any rate, I'm having sort of the best three years of my life right now, and I wanted to share it with people I know will get a thrill out of hearing it. Much love, S'cubes...especially those who've had a really hard couple of years, and yet still manage to be there for the rest. I'm off to Portland to see my SIL graduate from medical school this weekend. Life is good. Well done! Good news is something I always like to hear, and you've had so much. Heartfelt congratulations on all your achievements and joy.
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