|
Post by faafaa on May 10, 2014 14:29:34 GMT
Thanks 3piggles. I know that we will end up in the house that is best for us. Being patient is not something I do very well.
|
|
|
Post by Bean on May 10, 2014 16:03:16 GMT
I find it easy to be patient about stuff I don't really care about or doesn't matter....! Other than that I'm hopeless at waiting for others to do stuff too - the amount of time I expect it to take is how long they've said it'll take, unless there's a perfectly good reason of course.
|
|
|
Post by jolovespiggies on May 11, 2014 17:26:10 GMT
I am like you Faa Faa hun, no patience whatsoever. My mother used to say it is the Italian in me but I think it is just me LOL!!
Hugs JO xx
|
|
|
Post by 3piggles on May 11, 2014 21:23:23 GMT
Patience? What's that I'm English, Irish and French, so can't blame the Italians Sent from my SCH-I605 using Tapatalk
|
|
|
Post by faafaa on May 12, 2014 11:07:13 GMT
Well I am slightly hopeful that today will give us a little direction on the house hunt. Something has to give soon, I don't know how much more of this I can take.
Today marks the start of my last week of work. I can't decide how I feel about this. My boss has put me in a classroom with my least favorite age group. She knows I hate this age AND I'm not even needed there since there are only enough kids for 1 teacher. She does not like that I am leaving and is really taking things out on me. She's been trying to pick a fight with me the last few weeks. She really isn't boss material. I can't help that I am going and I'm sure not going to stay here while my husband goes to CA for 3 years.
|
|
|
Post by 3piggles on May 12, 2014 12:50:35 GMT
It's sad that your boss is inserting her needs into your life. As you said, you aren't just going to a better job and leaving her short a teacher. You have to leave. If it's really bothering you, you should say something to her. She's not helping herself or her school by bouncing you around. She'll still be short a teacher. At least it's only for a few more days. Hugs ♡
Sent from my SCH-I605 using Tapatalk
|
|
|
Post by Bean on May 12, 2014 18:57:49 GMT
What a shame your boss is making your final weeks there uncomfortable for you - no need at all for that, whatever she feels about you leaving.
What is your least favourite age group btw? Interesting how some childcare staff love working with babies, others like them when they're older and more interactive. I'd prefer older preschool kids if it were me - I have to be closely related to babies to find them interesting for long periods of time haha!
Fingers crossed for house news?
|
|
|
Post by jolovespiggies on May 13, 2014 16:45:32 GMT
I think this is a disgrace love, a woman like that should know better. I would confront her too, if I think something is wrong between myself and another, I always bring it into the open. She will be the loser in the end hun, not only because she is loosing you but that sort of negativity tends to increase.
Hugs JO xx
|
|
|
Post by jolovespiggies on May 13, 2014 16:50:32 GMT
Haha Piggles, I know it isn't just me LOL!!
Hugs JO xx
|
|
|
Post by faafaa on May 13, 2014 23:42:00 GMT
Thanks for the kind words friends! No new news on the house front still waiting.
My least favorite age group is the ones. They are just too fussy for me. They get mad over everything!
My boss is an interesting character. If I bite my tongue and just put my head down for 3 more days it will be better. I need her to have kind words about me in the future.
|
|
|
Post by Bean on May 14, 2014 8:31:18 GMT
Ah yes, I can imagine the one year olds are a bit challenging at times - they're just beginning to become aware of the fact they can control some stuff and sometimes like a few too many things their own way!
I remember being at a friend's little girl being especially challenging at that age, but her mum did totally pander to her tantrums which didn't help. She was such a horror at home but the sweetest thing ever at nursery and school where the boundaries were nice and clear!
Hope you can get through the next few days with your charm offensive!
|
|
|
Post by 3piggles on May 14, 2014 15:18:34 GMT
Thank you for mentioning boundaries. Daughter does not set boundaries until granddaughter annoys or upsets daughter. She's turning 4 at the end of the month, and could start preK this year. I think it's better to use every day situations to teach children to share, take turns, wait their turn, not interrupt, etc, than to leave it to a preK teacher. Apparently granddaughter doesn't mind me setting those boundaries, as she cab never wait to visit.
One was an interesting year for daughter and granddaughter. As you said, they are discovering so much about themselves, but don't know how to control it. I think that leads to the terrible twos battle of wills, as they become more aware if everything, including how little they control. Everything is SO important at that very moment. Not getting to voice or do something is so frustrating for them.
Sent from my SCH-I605 using Tapatalk
|
|
|
Post by faafaa on May 16, 2014 12:04:41 GMT
As a Preschool Teacher I can attest to the importance of boundaries. So many parents can't figure out why we can get their children to do things that they cannot. The answer is boundaries, expectations, and consequences. Parents don't want to parent anymore. They are raising a generation of children who feel like they should get whatever they want just because they breathe, not because the deserve it or earned it. I worry about the future of this world. (stepping off my soap box now)
OK I need to go over my Guinea Pig Move Checklist. I have never moved with Guinea Pigs before and I want to make sure I have it right. Please add in anything that you think I might need.
I have a carrier. They will ride in that carrier, in the front seat between Scott and I, buckled in. The AC will be on the whole time so they should be cool. Inside the carrier will be a Pee Pad and lots of loose hay for them to munch and hide in.
I am packing a small cooler of veggies for them on our journey. Their veggies along the way will be carrots, celery, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes. I know these are not ideal, but I'm going for high water content veggies since they will not have a water bottle during the day. These veggies also keep pretty OK and should last our 4 day journey.
I eat a lot of salads so they will get bits from me here and there too.
Once we get to the hotel I have a piggy pen that they will stay in. It's not huge, but they will be able to stretch their legs a bit. I have their fleece that I will put under it. Maybe...IDK. This is the part that has me worried. I could take something to clean the bathroom floor with and let them have the bathroom??? This is where I need your help please.
We also have a dwarf hammie that will be with us, and I'm not sure how to deal with her either.
|
|
|
Post by Bean on May 16, 2014 16:15:17 GMT
And it's not only that boundaries make the kids more pleasant to be around, it also makes the kids happier and relaxed as they know what to expect and that someone's in charge - it's so unsettling for a child to be allowed to do whatever they want, or to act up and be rewarded for it. As much as they don't like hearing no sometimes, it means someone cares enough to impose limits and make decisions based on what's best for them.
Re the pigs - we always used cucumber on car journeys, it works well for that. You can always stick the water bottle on for any pit stops you make too.
The pen sounds like a good idea too - they'll probably prefer having something familiar each night rather than being in a bigger and different room each night. And you don't have to worry they might chew something either! Or that someone will get up in the night to go to the loo all bleary eyed and forget there are loose pigs... The fleece sounds like a good idea - have you got something waterproof to put under it? Does it have a top or will it be in a different area to the dogs? I'm not sure about the hamster either. Have you got a small carrier you can put loads of bedding in so she can snuggle down and sleep during the day? Can't really get away without needing a cage for her at the hotels but if her regular one is too big, you should be able to get a smaller one just for the trip. Do they have veg? I can't remember a thing about them!
It's only a couple of weeks now, isn't it? How are you feeling or are you just in full on organisational mode? Do the vans come to pack up your stuff on the day you leave or will that happen before?
Any more news with either your roof or the rentals? *crosses fingers*
|
|
|
Post by 3piggles on May 16, 2014 20:19:04 GMT
Daughter is ADHD like her dad, and has always fought any boundaries. She doesn't understand the concept, and resents me imposing boundaries on granddaughter. Going to do it anyway I always used cucumbers for watercwhem traveling with the pigs. Just hay in the carrier, and a baby cuke. They don't need pellets, too many other veggies will give them such soft poos, they you may be doing piggy baths at night. I wouldn't use the bathroom. It's a temporary situation. The pigs will be fine in the pen. I don't know anything about hamsters. Sorry. Sent from my SCH-I605 using Tapatalk
|
|
|
Post by faafaa on May 20, 2014 12:03:38 GMT
I apologize for the lapse in posts! OK house here is all ready to go. All inspections are done and buyer is happy. All that is left is to sign the papers. We do that on Friday May 30th.
House is CA is secured. We get the keys on June 3rd.
I am officially unemployed. My dad flew in to visit this week. The movers will be here next Tuesday. All we have to do is take the curtains and pictures down. We also have to pull stuff aside for us so that we can function for about 2 weeks before we get all of our stuff back.
We bought the hamster a new cage that is travel friendly. So that solves ALL the travel issues with her.
I bought some extra fleece for the piggys too. With everyone inputs I feel comfortable with moving them.
|
|
|
Post by Bean on May 20, 2014 17:53:57 GMT
Totally understand the lack of posting! Great news the inspections have gone fine and that there's only the dotted line to sign on now. And that you have a new house sorted in CA too - you must be very relieved to have that in place. Hope you all get along okay working out which things you need for those 2 weeks and great the logistics of pet are looking much clearer too. It's all coming together nicely, but a few weeks before you can look forward to putting your feet up so sending lots of productivity and energy vibes your way!
|
|
|
Post by 3piggles on May 21, 2014 0:42:08 GMT
Wonderful! Crossing things off your list one by one. Sounds as if you have everything under control. Have a great trip Sent from my SCH-I605 using Tapatalk
|
|
|
Post by faafaa on May 21, 2014 12:12:55 GMT
Yes! We do have a busy few weeks ahead of us.
Let's talk about Piggy stress. Is there anything I can do to minimize it? I'm not breaking down their cage until the day of the move. They will be in a hay filled travel cage together. They will be in a small pen with familiar bedding and hidey house in the hotels. And if the hotel bathroom is set up right I plan on sanitizing the floor and giving the boys a chance to stretch their legs a little each evening. Anything else I can do?
|
|
|
Post by Bean on May 21, 2014 13:54:14 GMT
All sounds good to me and your car having air conditioning is great too as they won't get too stuffy and warm en route which wouldn't be ideal. I'm sure being able to hear your voices in the car and having regular smells around will help too - compared to something like travelling on a flight where they'd get separated and be in a totally alien environment. Okay, so it's not going to be the most fun few days any of you have ever had whether you're furry or othereise, but it sounds like you've got it pretty well sorted!
|
|