I can't believe I did that... I feel like crying.

MommyToAshley wrote: I feel like the world's worst Mom... I sure am winning that award this week.

Ashley had a gift exchange and Christmas party for Daisy's tonight. About an hour before we had to leave, things got pretty hectic with that client I was telling you about. Basically, they don't want to pay me for all my time I put into the project. I think it was more of a misunderstanding and I don't think they are trying to screw me, but I now I know how Jeanne feels (only the sum owed to me isn't on as big of a scale as what is due to Jeanne) But, it still feels like crap. And, to make things worse, they are putting unreasonable demands on another project we are handling for them.

So, anyways, in the midst of all that, I completely forgot about Daisy's and jsut remembered a few minutes ago. Poor Ashley... I feel like the world's worst Mom right now. She's also upset because they made Christmas presents for the parents last week, and they don't meet again until after Christmas so she won't be able to give them to us. Although, Ashley is being a good sport about it, she's the one cheering me up.

I know you are probably tired of hearing me wine, but I just feel like crap right now.

Crystalina replied: She'll be fine! Kids bounce back from things like that. It probably bothers you more then her. I would feel bad also just because...


I can't spell today.

Maddie&EthansMom replied: I did the same thing at Thanksgiving. Ethan's class had a special meal for the parents and made them things. I didn't go. Not only that, but everyone left after the party, with their children. My child was the only one there...the teacher had to stay for just him. I honestly didn't realize it was a big deal. Ethan kept saying "Mommy you weren't there." God I felt awful. My grandmother was sick, Naomi was in town and I had so much personal stuff going on.

Dee Dee you are an awesome mom. We've all had weeks like yours. I can't imagine juggling work with everything else. And you don't even get to escape anywhere. It's all right there, all the time. I'm proud of you and I know Ashley thinks you are a GREAT mom!!!!

gr33n3y3z replied: Your a great Mom Dee Dee things happen

jcc64 replied: Why don't you guys do a "girls' night out" when your work craziness dies down? That's what Corey and I do- I just keep talking it up, and then we go out to dinner, just the two of us, maybe catch a movie or go out for ice cream, a little "retail therapy", whatever the case may be. She'll forget all about your prior transgressions, trust me!

luvmykids replied: Aw Dee Dee, I can give you a long list of things like that too The most recent being that today Kylie was person of the day, which means that she gets to bring snack and something to show and tell. I forgot, she reminded me when we got to school and I said I'd run home and bring everything back....guess what, I forgot, AGAIN When I got back home this morning all kinds of things were going on that I had to deal with and when I finally remembered, it was too late.

I hate the feeling, and hate trying to make excuses to my kids. But most of us have BTDT and I know Ashley doesn't think any less of you as her mom, you sound so overwhelmed and I know that isn't typical of you. And like Aimee said, working at home means it's pretty tough to escape it even on your "off" time. Give yourself a break, I know Ashley isn't going to hold it against you so don't you do it either

lovemy2 replied: Hang in there Dee Dee - kids get over things very quickly - try not to beat yourself up - like I have said in many other posts recently - have a glass of wine and relax

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jem0622 replied: Don't beat yourself up, Mom. Stuff happens. I am glad she is being such a sweet heart about it.

I almost missed Gabe's bday because of my job. I told them I had to be home. They could have made me stay, but they didn't...thank goodness! I got home the day before his bday party.

I hope that, if nothing else...you resolve the payment issue with your client. Don't put out any further services until they pay up! Seriously! Or demand part payment before you even start! Do not let anyone run your business for you!

HUGS

5littleladies replied: I'm sorry Dee Dee. These things happen and it will be a mere memory in a matter of days (or hours!). I really think we moms feel these things more than our kids do. We had our gift exchange at missionettes (or Mpact, whatever it is called these days ) tonight and the girls in Stars were encouraged to find a star gift for the person they drew. Well Maddie was the only girl who didn't find a star themed gift. I feel so bad for her. I could tell she was upset, but here it is an hour later and I still feel bad and she is fine. These things happen. Don't let it get you down (and I'll try and take my own advice)!

Kirstenmumof3 replied: It sounds like you deserve a lot of hugs! Hang in there!

CantWait replied: Sorry DeeDee. We all try out best as parents, sometimes though it just doesn't work out we skip a beat somewhere. It's normal and happens to the best of us.

Is there anyway you could get in touch with the Daisy's leader and arrange a time to pick up the gifts?

My cadet corp is on break right now, but I'm still taking calls and delivering photo orders this week.