That's correct, but if they have a report the person is "on their radar." I know this stuff firsthand unfortunately.

I really hope you've mentioned this to the police.

Have to agree with you there. I have a friend I met when our children were really young, and gradually her conversations focused more and more on her kids, and I rarely talk to her anymore because she doesn't seem to have an identity of her own anymore. It's all what her kids have done that day.

Do you live near me??

Your kid's a genius. We're going to do that this morning.

Hamsters, Motherfucker™

The judgement is sad. Moms need to be supporting each other. And you're right - kids are happiest with a big empty box. Don't need to be rich for that!

My 2 cents - have the baby, but go back to your job after maternity leave, no more than 3 months off. I have seen lots of women NOT be able to re-enter the workforce when they stayed off the paying work longer. Find a good childcare or au pair (don't let the scary headlines deter you - most childcare is fine), tell…

I have to say I find this amusing. I think we'll all be fine. First topic that everyone has been so adamant at giving their unsolicited opinions to total strangers.

Kids that age think anyone over college age is old, so yes I'm old, as is everyone else. It helps that I am youthful at heart and act like a kid at the drop of a hat.

Sorry, you hit a nerve, although not as much as in the past - lots of 40-something new moms that I know.

My elementary school kid likes this mid-40s mom just fine, THANK YOU. Think before you type!

She was my first idol. So badass.

You can't win, can you?

THIS. I am ehem well-endowed and have been the target of lewd comments wearing a turtleneck.

This is so sad. She was someone who had a lot to contribute to the world, but her life was cut short by a possessive SOB. Yes, that's what he is, no matter how anyone wants to gloss over it because he was a football player. Big whoop. SHE is the real loss.

+1

A woman needs a man like a fish needs a bicycle. Nah, I'll take one, just for fun.

My ex would have taken this for a manifesto.