I assume you were at least getting a discount? Because... yeah. I do not. And we have similarly sized hoards.

I dunno, that's honestly probably the best of the three posted... Like, it's an annoying, cutesy song, and she goes a little off key, but still. She's way more confident there than in her "official" videos (which I love, and send friends randomly... so they know I care). I don't think she's got a great voice, but…

I think that talking to a therapist/counselor wouldn't hurt (which on rereading I see you're already doing) - NOT because there's anything wrong with what you're feeling and when you're feeling it, but because the people who should have been filling that active listening and compassionate advice role have seriously…

I like the second one best - like, if you want to take that to work, it'll be easier to wear with a blazer or cardigan, but the dolman sleeves on the cuthbert make it look kind of pajama-y since there's no embellishment. Just an elastic waist. IDK, it could depend on your body type?

So many stars for this. I am a magnet for this type of narcissistic and predatory personality because I was raised by them and because I am a nurturer/caretaker. I no longer give second chances on my hardlines (don't lie to me, don't steal from me, don't use me for your own needs with no concern for my wellbeing), and…

Pretty much exactly. I worked my ass off in my position and was really good at my job (more responsibilities and duties, and a bigger territory than anyone else in my position) and I was responsible for training the other people who did my job within my company. I was underpaid (like, in the bottom 10% for that job…

I... need more information about your friend. Like, your story is adorable, but WHAT? HOW? I want to watch a highlight reel of this in action.

BALLER. Respect.

I've totally talked friends who wanted to start but weren't sure what to do into buying those kits you're talking about. Is it top of the line? No. But it's good enough, especially for someone who doesn't yet have definitive tastes and a list of Holy Grail products that work for them. Plus, they usually include…

This is a great suggestion. You say you guys schedule things in advance, and the bar scene isn't really anti-kid in your area. What about a spa? If she's getting a massage, she can't bring her kid... Frame it as her working so hard raising him and needing a break/treat, maybe, and then during lunch afterwards, mention…

Oh my god, you just reminded me of a hilarious story from my youth. So, I was at a friend's for a sleepover party and at some point, we were talking about all the big stars... Britney and Justin were still together, or had just barely started being public? I was in the 5th grade and had received basic sex education…

Co-signed. I am the one making that dolphin noise; I love showing my friends how to get the look they want. But if you're not actually into it, the only people judging you for not wearing makeup are total d-bags anyway. It's your face, and your life.

I spent a few minutes looking at them and trying to find a way to appreciate them but I was unsuccessful, and sad because I would connect the music to the suits. So relieved when the google cleared that up.

Right? She needs it because they're awesome, and 63 is still pretty active these days for a lot of people. Be glad Mom has fun!

I sincerely hope that you do whatever you end up deciding will make you happiest and healthiest over time. As far as your husband, I would really, really like to believe that he would not blame you. The tip about surveillance is a good one, but you may want to act fast. Most places only keep 24 hrs/48 hrs/a week…

Yeah, that's a frustration I know well. I'm tired of feeling like the goatherd/team captain/cruise director. I had a friend who was mysteriously on ever "available" to me when I was house sitting for incredibly wonderful friends with a condo in the city. Near the clubs he wanted to go to. We are not still friends; I…

Put the boxes in the rooms where they go. Like, practically in the doorway. Then you have to constantly trip over them, or unpack them.

Right, but if everyone in the group has that relationship with her, then who gets cut? It might just be names out of a hat at that point. I wouldn't take it personally if she didn't uninvite you or talk up how fun it was going to be and then pointedly leave you out. Budgets sucks, and if she didn't make it personal,…

RIGHT? Artist guy had an exhibit at the SAM and I was there with friends for a different exhibit but made them detour through the Nick Cave section and was... filled with regret. I felt better when I googled and realized that the terror suits in the museum were not made by one of the best (read: my most favorite)…

Yay! I love being a bad influence.