You have every right to say no, even if you could. Just because someone has a need doesn't mean you need to be the one to take them in. You are providing for your foster child... you don't need to pile more on. Perhaps offer to do some research into finding a social worker for her specific needs. Or recommend that she have herself committed in order to get an evaluation. If you're geographically close may you can offer to go with her. I like the idea of finding a cheap car for her to live in.

I have a friend who is a well trained fully employed veternary doctor with 25yrs of experience. A few years ago she wanted to switch practices because her boss was a A-hole. She could NOT find another job anywhere. She wasn't even looking for full-time vet work or higher pay. She believes it was age discrimination. They never asked her age, but her college degree was from the 90s - so it's obvious that she wasn't a new grad desperate to make an impression. Sadly, I think this is part of what you are running into. In your field they probably want young, hungry to work 60-80hrs, and cheap. As for the actual job offer before you. I think I'd look very seriously at those red flags. Anytime someone I know has taken a job with high turnover it has been an disaster. I'm so sorry it's been such a difficult road.

First, I am so very sorry for your loss. Is it possible to have a special remembrance corner? Maybe have his photo there with a little table with some of his things out. You could rotate the things you have out - that way it doesn't become stagnant. One possibility is that, instead of having in the main part of the house, have a special place elsehwere - if there's room obviously. Maybe the dining room or some place like that. Think of it as a quiet spot to remember your son rather than out where the hustle and bustle of everyday life gets in the way. My thinking is that it's something like a prayer/icon corner that many christians have. Instead yours would be a remembrance corner.

cloth napkins and cloth towels to replace paper towels. Covers for bowls and fridge storage in lieu of tin foil. If you go to Etsy and look around you'll probably find lots of inspiration.

Hugs... I'm sorry it's hanging on for so long. I hope you start to feel better very soon.

Just seeing your update and it sounds like such a roller-coaster. Sorry about the bad day and arguement. I wish there was a ((hugs)) button too because that is obviously what you need. I hope things turn around for your family very soon.

Just got home from church and read it on FB. Very sad. He always did his job with aplomb and was a consumate gentleman. May his memory be eternal!

Ah, Okay. I havent used either for sinuses. I know about research into wound healing and skin care for LED and I've read the infra-Red is good for inflamation/arthritus, but I dont know anything more. However, my daughter also had the balloon procedure. I wouldnt' call it surgery though... is that still not an option for your daughter? The change was like night and day. She couldn't even get a neti pot to work before the procedure. Good luck. I hope you find some good information.

Are you talking about LED red light therapy or near infra-red light therapy?

I would look for lowcarb or Keto book. But, if he's youngish, he'll probably appreciate website recommendatiaons instead. Dr. Jason Fung specializes kidney issus but has several books about diet and intermittent fasting. These are more research based rather than cooking books. Also, there's some interresting Keto inspired monthly krates and cooking clubs - similar to Hello Fresh but for Keto. Maybe look into that.

It depends. I personally wouldn't didn't do it because I don't like ear piercings on babies. My sister did it with her girls and I thought it looked tacky. But, hey, to each his own. It wasn't anything that annoyed me like makeup on little girls. I know it is the norm for some cultures and I respect that.

I have a corner cabinet that I puffy heart love. I've always wanted one and found it well priced on Craigslist about 10yrs ago. Sadly, it doesn't work in my main house, so I have it out in our sunroom with the large dining table. When our youngest moves out I may put it in his computer area. I bought a large box of nice plates for $25 at an auction about 15-20yrs ago. I store them in there for now. I use them for special occasions and just pop them in the dishwasher. I am thinking of changing them out though - but finding nice dishes for $25 dollars is not so easy 😁 Also, I have my pretty plates displayed in the house ( 2nd photo). At my prervious house they were mostly on display in my china cabinet in our dining room and the special occasion dishes were in multiple boxes in storage.

Funny, I've been watching more YT videos on decluttering and cleaning too. I find it helpful for motivation too. I'm also one for a good book and a hot bath. Every night. I am so thankful that we have TV watching options. Netflix, Amazon, AcornTV, Hulu... you name it - it won't have current news. Wonderful!

Thank you so much for the update. I hope your son makes a complete recovery. I'm so sorry the hospital policies made an awful situation even worse. Poor little guy. Hugs.

no we can't, because then we get dismissed with a "Okay Boomer". If we don't agree our opinion is irrelevant. Or worse, they will mention something along the lines that we went into WWII to prop up the American economy.

There's also Sweet Meteor of Death. I think its still in the running. In other side election news. I have a friend who was an election judge counting mail-ins prior to election day He said that in his MD county Gov. Hogan was set to come in 3rd for president (write-in). I wonder if there were similar results in other states with popular governors.

Thinking of you and your son today.

totally, totally agree with you Home'scool. It makes me sad that we can't have conversations anymore. We have to agree with a certain side. When one of my daughter's was home from college for the holidays she escaped in tears to her room one family gathering. When I found her to discuss it she said she was completely undone because 2 people were having a private conversation about a certain politican she didnt like. Really???!! People can't even have private conversations that you *may* overhear? Did I really raise my kids to be so thin-skinned? I was repremanded a few years ago from another daughter for using punctuation in texts. Apparently I was being offensive. Periods are now verbotten. Ugh. I feel like I'm walking on eggshells anytime I'm talking to my kids. I have no idea who I might be offending.

I think a lot depends on the configuration of the rooms. After being here 3 yrs I think our downsized house is a tad too small. But, that has a lot to do with the fact that we have no good storage options. If we had an unfinished basement, I think I would feel less cramped. Also, my dh has needed a designated office since covid hit. The things that are great: An open kitchen with room for many people to visit/sit when I'm cooking A designated TV room -with a door. A large sunroom - with heat/AC. That is our big dining room when we have gatherings (if we have gatherings again). It can be closed off when not in use. MB on the opposite side of the house from the TV room.

My family also teases me about it. I currently have 23 open and that's only from the last 24hrs since the "great tab deletion" happened last night.

Yeah, I was just too lazy to go to open tabs... plus if they're several weeks old it doesnt work so easily (ask me how I know). Normally, it will "restore" previous tabs but my stupid mouse was acting up and moved one tab to its own window.... that stayed up... so no restore option for me. 😞

you mean a good pie crust? I'm keto so no wheat for me either. I make the pie without the crust. Keto versions are never as good and I'd rather spend my carbs elsewhere. Still not that same as a traditional pie though. I miss pizza croissant sandwhiches

I am exactly the same way. I don't know why I don't just use Pinterest or bookmarks either. last night I accidentally hit the X... it was a sad, sad moment.

that sums it up nicely. I was pregnant with my youngest and feeling pretty sick. It was not a good time to be a couch potato.

I just heard fireworks here too. Not many decorations in my area either.