DawnM Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 (edited) completely SUCKS. I have changed my initial post because I don't know who reads things over here. It was miserable. That is all. And kind of ticked. Several teachers told me this was the worst year they have ever had (they have gone before) and yet, when we got back, they texted the group with comments like, "What an amazing experience! I had such a great time, etc...." What a crock of crap! Why lie? I just don't get it. If they had said all along it was great, or had said it was hard but a good experience, that would have been one thing, but telling me several times what a horrific trip it was and how they will never go again, and then acting like it was the best thing ever just gets on my nerves. But I have little sleep, blisters, and I am a bit cranky. Edited March 2, 2019 by DawnM 1 8 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Selkie Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 It's times like these that I wish we still had the fainting guy emoji... So sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junie Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 (((DawnM))) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Momto6inIN Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 We'll all chip in to bail you out of jail when you snap 😉 1 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pink and Green Mom Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 I cannot imagine. Hugs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelingChris Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 Oh wow. I am sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bambam Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 Oh, dear. That does sound horrible. (((hugs))) I'd take a secret stash of chocolate with me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NorthwestMom Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 That sounds terrible. I hate it when they tell kids there will be consequences if they behave poorly, and then there are absolutely no consequences for poor behavior. Hugs to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 (((DawnM))) Hoping you're sleeping in late in your own bed in a completely quiet house very soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Annie G Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 Ugh. I’m so sorry. I’m a firm believer that without consequences, problem kids won’t change their behavior. (I’ll extend that to adults who behave poorly also!) I hope the trip goes better than you anticipate, or at least goes by quickly! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
historically accurate Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 I read the title and thought you were going to be all excited about it and asking what you should plan for, and I thought, "That sounds like my worst nightmare!". I am so sorry you're dealing with problem kids, non-effective adults, and exhaustion. Stay strong, Dawn! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 I'm sorry. It sounds like the school (or whoever is in charge) did not set up strict enough boundaries and plan well enough. With that age and that number, every detail needs to be covered. (Good luck!!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 18 minutes ago, Margaret in CO said: I laid down the law this year--I am NOT taking our problem Scout! He can only go anywhere if a parent, with a vehicle is there, and that parent doesn't count for two-deep leadership. "But we can't afford that!" Bummer. You pay for your kid AND the full price for you as an adult, not sharing the discount for the other parents. You choose not to discipline your kid--not my problem. Frankly, if the two problem kids were going, with no way to lower the boom on them, I wouldn't chaperone. Unfortunately, I doubt Dawn had any choice but to chaperone. I know she’s a counselor at a public school, so I assume she didn’t volunteer to go on this trip, or have any authority over which students would be allowed to participate. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 I would be so tempted to pull those kids aside and tell them they either cut the crap or I am going to call their parents. I would also tell them they will sit out the activity with me if they screw up one more time. Obviously, I'm not a school counselor for a good reason. Maybe you can fantasize this happening. For reals, though, I would be talking about this issue withTPB after the trip. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Innisfree Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 1 hour ago, Chris in VA said: I would be so tempted to pull those kids aside and tell them they either cut the crap or I am going to call their parents. I would also tell them they will sit out the activity with me if they screw up one more time. Obviously, I'm not a school counselor for a good reason. Maybe you can fantasize this happening. For reals, though, I would be talking about this issue withTPB after the trip. This. So, do I understand that the administration made you go but won't give you the authority to discipline? I would be burning. I mean... smoke visibly coming out my ears. I hope you really, really love the job in general. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lispy Posted February 28, 2019 Share Posted February 28, 2019 Oh dear.....I need a drink just from reading your thread title. I hope it ends soon and that you have some time on the back end of the trip to relax! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 I am so sorry!!!!!!! I hope you are able to have an extended recovery period full of Netflix and lots of chocolate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsheresomewhere Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 I will spring for the Costco size bottle of aspirin for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 (((Hugs))). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Catwoman Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 How did it go today, Dawn? I hope it wasn’t too awful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pen Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 Yikes! Have you survived it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GoodGrief Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 I'm eager to know what you ended up taking for clothing! Sorry to hear about all the trouble though, ugh. I do remember you were dreading the whole thing 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted March 2, 2019 Author Share Posted March 2, 2019 (edited) On 2/28/2019 at 4:00 PM, Margaret in CO said: I assumed she volunteered. Sending hugs! Oh good lord NO! I was voluntold I was going. And I have NO say in the disciplinary measures taken. None. Edited March 2, 2019 by DawnM 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted March 2, 2019 Author Share Posted March 2, 2019 Got in at 2am. I am SPENT for the remainder of the weekend. I took old clothes and my husband's winter jacket;. It looked ridiculous on me, but I didn't want to buy anything. So, there ya go. Day 1- 18K steps Day 2-26K steps Day 3- 18K steps. I have blisters, my entire body HURTS, and I am mentally and physically exhausted. 1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farrar Posted March 2, 2019 Share Posted March 2, 2019 The weather didn't really cooperate for you either. 😞 Sorry. I hope you can get pure rest for the next couple of days! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arcadia Posted March 2, 2019 Share Posted March 2, 2019 46 minutes ago, DawnM said: I have blisters, my entire body HURTS, and I am mentally and physically exhausted. Glad that nothing bad happened. Hoping your blisters heal fast. When we run out of blister cream we use calamine lotion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted March 2, 2019 Author Share Posted March 2, 2019 8 minutes ago, Arcadia said: Glad that nothing bad happened. Hoping your blisters heal fast. When we run out of blister cream we use calamine lotion. That would require a trip to the store and more walking. I will just sit here and hope it goes away. And I have no idea what blister cream is, so I obviously don't have any! 🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Another Lynn Posted March 2, 2019 Share Posted March 2, 2019 3 hours ago, DawnM said: Got in at 2am. I am SPENT for the remainder of the weekend. I took old clothes and my husband's winter jacket;. It looked ridiculous on me, but I didn't want to buy anything. So, there ya go. Day 1- 18K steps Day 2-26K steps Day 3- 18K steps. I have blisters, my entire body HURTS, and I am mentally and physically exhausted. Long Bubble bath, bed, fuzzy slippers and warm blanket, and your dh needs to bring you wine, chocolate, favorite meal/dessert. When you can handle noise, watch your favorite movie. Or if none of that sounds good, hope you have a quiet, peaceful weekend. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DawnM Posted March 2, 2019 Author Share Posted March 2, 2019 32 minutes ago, Another Lynn said: Long Bubble bath, bed, fuzzy slippers and warm blanket, and your dh needs to bring you wine, chocolate, favorite meal/dessert. When you can handle noise, watch your favorite movie. Or if none of that sounds good, hope you have a quiet, peaceful weekend. I have realized I am not a bath person, but I thought about it. I took a hot shower instead, and am sitting with a blanket and a heating pad for my back, and just vegging/watching TV. My son (15) had the NERVE to tell me he was SO TIRED from hanging out with his friends until late last night. DUDE! You were ASLEEP when I got home and you CHOSE to go.....just shut up! 😜 9 minutes ago, Arctic Mama said: Yiiiikes! That’s a lot of walking, but it’s over at least. Hibernate for the weekend! I am! DH is going grocery shopping.....thankfully. 7 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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