Xig, I think what's happened is that you've spread yourself too thin, like butter over too much bread. I cut back to working every other day so I can still spend time with my family and earn a living. I'll have to cut back on my schooling, too, but that's just one of the sacrifices I'll have to make.
It's up to you as to what you're going to have to either give up or cut hours from. If it takes me longer to complete my degree and I won't quite make as much per year, it'll be worth it.
I'll ask Aeris in the morning and see if she wants to babysit. Don't worry about pay if we do, one of us would be home already, and I'm sure Celes would love to have Hunter over.
What's all this in your last paragraph? Dare I even ask?
I'm stronger than butter, though! I'm like, Vegemite or something! Way old Brie cheese! I go well spread thin!
Yeah, telling me "it's up to me" doesn't really help, but, uh, thanks I guess. No, what I'm pondering is maybe doing them both part time. I don't really wanna quit either one. They both have their benefits and so on.
Hunter comes attached with the Twins! And we'll probably need them gone for a week or so. Taking the woman away whether she likes it or not. Vacation Rape.
Marmite, maybe? That goes well spread thin, so I'm told. I can't stand the stuff myself.
I'm sorry, but you know the ins and outs of your jobs much better than I do. I was fortunate enough that Father understood the need for family time, and permitted it, except when emergency calls are done. Part time does sound like a good idea, and you'll still have enough hours to support yourself and more time with your family.
Of course he does! The twins are both lovely, but how childproof does the house need to be? Are they crawling yet? Now, "vacation rape" does not sound very nice at all.
Now, Xigbar, I don't really know what to say about all this. My family's work has always been family-oriented, and I hope it will be for years to come. My vote's for you going on-call if you can.
I can't babysit anyone, but I can take care of your animals while you're gone.
I'm a working dog, though! I mean, come on, has there ever been a time where I was ever one to just lay around and do nothing? Okay, maybe my pre-teen years but once I got shipped off, I was ALWAYS on the move. I don't like sitting still! Maybe I'll get a tandem bike! :D
Nah, they'll be okay. The rodents and reptiles are in full swing around the yard right now. We'll just leave the animals outside with a water drip and let them indulge in their most basic instincts. Braig will eat rabbits and squirrels, and share with Lady, and what they can't catch, Dustball most definitely can and will. He's been teaching Carrot to hunt, too, so he'll have chasing help. :P
That, and we already have a neighbor coming over to give them food.
Spend time with your family, and do things with them. If you ever get bored of that, I'll find something for you to do around here, and you're not going to like it.
They sound like they'll all do fine, just make sure to leave enough shelter and water for them. But, your neighbor probably knows that, too.
Where are you two going, if you don't mind me asking?
I will, damn! Chill out! Still take everything so literal...
There's plenty of trees, a shed on legs, and a big dog house. Plus the porch and the gazebo. They'll be fine. We'll leave the pool gated so that Braig can jump in if he wants but Lady can't. We're not sure if she can swim or not.
I only took your advice 'cause I wanted to escape with her anyway, but NOW if things go wrong and she doesn't have a good time, I can say it was your idea. And if she gives me shit for following your advice, well, then I'll just say THAT was your idea too. :P And, uh, you forced me into it. By twisting my arm behind my back. And holding me down. Yeah, your skinny ass holding me down. She'll totally buy it!
The kids fucking love you, dude. And the little ones love all the dogs. I think Heidi might be scared of the big one, though. But that's understandable. He's pretty, but he's mean lookin' some times. So far I've got Luxord willing to take the runts. He's got a little one over there, so they'll have someone to play with. You can call him and offer to take them at some point. You're labeled as their next of kin, anyway, so you have legal right to claim them. :P
... the mullet ACTUALLY got a Manicure? Isn't the chlorine bad for fake nails?
Nope. You're a pretty stable scapegoat. :P Besides, she likes you. She won't smother you in gravy and eat you for lunch. :P I never used my idea machine! It never came out with good ones!
Ah, I hear the story is YOU aren't fond of HIM. What is it with you and confusing people? It's hard to tell if they like you or if you like them, or hate them and hate you or whatever!
Pffft, I don't pay attention when she's doing that. The only thing I'm good at is painting her right hand. The last time I had anything to do with one of those was when Gracie was down after her sister died, and needed cheering up, and what better way to do that than dress up Uncle Sticky with Auntie's make up? :P Ask Larx for the pictures!
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It's up to you as to what you're going to have to either give up or cut hours from. If it takes me longer to complete my degree and I won't quite make as much per year, it'll be worth it.
I'll ask Aeris in the morning and see if she wants to babysit. Don't worry about pay if we do, one of us would be home already, and I'm sure Celes would love to have Hunter over.
What's all this in your last paragraph? Dare I even ask?
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Yeah, telling me "it's up to me" doesn't really help, but, uh, thanks I guess. No, what I'm pondering is maybe doing them both part time. I don't really wanna quit either one. They both have their benefits and so on.
Hunter comes attached with the Twins! And we'll probably need them gone for a week or so. Taking the woman away whether she likes it or not. Vacation Rape.
Don't ask. Seriously.
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I'm sorry, but you know the ins and outs of your jobs much better than I do. I was fortunate enough that Father understood the need for family time, and permitted it, except when emergency calls are done. Part time does sound like a good idea, and you'll still have enough hours to support yourself and more time with your family.
Of course he does! The twins are both lovely, but how childproof does the house need to be? Are they crawling yet?
Now, "vacation rape" does not sound very nice at all.
I won't, then.
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I can't babysit anyone, but I can take care of your animals while you're gone.
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Nah, they'll be okay. The rodents and reptiles are in full swing around the yard right now. We'll just leave the animals outside with a water drip and let them indulge in their most basic instincts. Braig will eat rabbits and squirrels, and share with Lady, and what they can't catch, Dustball most definitely can and will. He's been teaching Carrot to hunt, too, so he'll have chasing help. :P
That, and we already have a neighbor coming over to give them food.
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They sound like they'll all do fine, just make sure to leave enough shelter and water for them. But, your neighbor probably knows that, too.
Where are you two going, if you don't mind me asking?
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There's plenty of trees, a shed on legs, and a big dog house. Plus the porch and the gazebo. They'll be fine. We'll leave the pool gated so that Braig can jump in if he wants but Lady can't. We're not sure if she can swim or not.
Balls if I know! Wherever she wants!
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Ah, what the hell, I'll take the kids from you while you two disappear, if you want. Hunter seems fond of me and they are Demyx's cousins after all.
Make him do some manual labour. Won't do his manicure any good, but I'll get a rise out of it!
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The kids fucking love you, dude. And the little ones love all the dogs. I think Heidi might be scared of the big one, though. But that's understandable. He's pretty, but he's mean lookin' some times. So far I've got Luxord willing to take the runts. He's got a little one over there, so they'll have someone to play with. You can call him and offer to take them at some point. You're labeled as their next of kin, anyway, so you have legal right to claim them. :P
... the mullet ACTUALLY got a Manicure? Isn't the chlorine bad for fake nails?
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Hey, if you already have a sitter, that's fine. Besides, that guy isn't exactly what I'd call fond of me, so I'm just gonna leave him to it...
You do realise that not all manicures involve fake nails, right...? I thought with you living with a woman you'd know that!
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Ah, I hear the story is YOU aren't fond of HIM. What is it with you and confusing people? It's hard to tell if they like you or if you like them, or hate them and hate you or whatever!
Pffft, I don't pay attention when she's doing that. The only thing I'm good at is painting her right hand. The last time I had anything to do with one of those was when Gracie was down after her sister died, and needed cheering up, and what better way to do that than dress up Uncle Sticky with Auntie's make up? :P Ask Larx for the pictures!
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