https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Mon, 20 Apr 2026 15:18:20 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863883 Fri, 28 Dec 2018 16:46:04 +0000 codeitall 2863883@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I taught my family how to use Duo instead of Skype. We got to chat and watch the kids play with their gifts on Christmas and they got to see my 4 year old open his birthday presents :) No complex wiring setups for the webcam/TV/computer, just a phone and chromecast!</p> <p>My newly 4 year old has spent all week with me (potty training) and I've never gotten so many hugs and kisses from a happy boy.</p> <p>Plus, he didn't ask for a PJ Masks cake, just a rainbow cake. Thank heavens. Then I got to make this! </p> [attach=7499/18/pkgv4s.600x450.IMG_20181227_191847577.jpg] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863795 Fri, 28 Dec 2018 10:00:30 +0000 paigeface 2863795@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thankful that when I left for work this morning not feeling so great my 3yo gave me a kiss and hug and said he loved me. Best feeling in the world.</p> <p>@peachykeen: So sorry about your FIL! Hugs to you and your family :heart: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863727 Thu, 27 Dec 2018 17:08:31 +0000 Foodnerd81 2863727@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I’m grateful I got to spend Christmas Eve with all my siblings, spouses, kids, and my parents. And that I actually really enjoy and want to spend time with all my siblings! We don’t all get together very often, and honestly when we do it’s pretty crazy because I’m one of five kids and we all have one or two kids by now. So it’s a ton of people- but we actually like each other. I prefer to stay home for Christmas but it’s worth it every few years to make the trip and be with everyone. </p> <p>AND almost as important, I am grateful that no one on either side give us grief about seeing them more or get petty about who we see more often. Everyone gets that it’s hard to travel with kids and everyone does what works best for them. No guilt trips. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863723 Thu, 27 Dec 2018 16:52:13 +0000 Rocker2014 2863723@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I had to come back and comment on this thread because I almost posted on the other grinch-y one before Christmas but got interrupted and I'm glad I did. DD had been acting like a lunatic before Christmas, which my parents (who are staying with us) do NOT tolerate well. However, starting the afternoon of Christmas Eve, DD turned into a complete angel and she and the rest of us got to have the perfect Christmas I've been working my ass off to create for everyone! (ps. now that I wrote this I'm sure she'll be tantrum queen tonight! :silly: ) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863713 Thu, 27 Dec 2018 15:33:07 +0000 josina 2863713@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@newlypregnantlady: sorry for the loss of your dad. Sounds like you have really great in laws! That is a great idea to write them a thank you!!<br /> @Adira: Glad you had such a great Christmas! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863691 Thu, 27 Dec 2018 11:06:56 +0000 808love 2863691@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I was able to bond with my cousins. It was nice. Food was delish. DD was a picture of gratitude except she wondered why she didn't get a unicorn. It was pretty hilarious when I told her it was probably because of the govt. shutdown. (Insert Trump joke she made up on her own...won't repeat it here.) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863686 Thu, 27 Dec 2018 09:59:28 +0000 Adira 2863686@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm grateful for having basically a perfect Christmas. It was exactly like the Christmases I loved growing up as a kid, so it was awesome! We were supposed to host my MIL and her mom, but they ended up having car troubles and not being able to make it, so we celebrated Christmas just as our immediate family. The kids had so much fun, and Hubs really stepped up helping me cook dinner and playing with the kids. We played board games and just really had a low-key fun day. I LOVED it. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863656 Thu, 27 Dec 2018 00:54:38 +0000 newlypregnantlady 2863656@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>This is a little late but reading through this thread made me realize I need to write my in-laws a note because I’m very grateful they’re in my life. I’m going through a very hard time lately (my father died and I’m in the process of becoming my previously estranged mother’s full time caregiver) and they’ve been extremely supportive. I’m also a very reserved and emotionally cut off person and they’ve been very respectful of that. I’m very hard to read and when I feel emotional I just shut it down and it takes me a very long time to process things. And they haven’t pushed for details or try to constantly hug me (like everyone else, god I hate hugging). They’ve just offered what they know I need (unlimited babysitting, cash, and groceries, lol). I also met them when I was a teen and they had a huge impact on who I became as an adult. </p> <p>Anyways, thanks for this thread. I’ll do some painting with my kids tomorrow and we’ll pen a nice long thank you note! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863603 Wed, 26 Dec 2018 11:09:40 +0000 josina 2863603@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Sorry, just getting back online to respond!<br /> @peachykeen: he is 4. Definitely pushes my buttons most of the time but that was so sweet and thoughtful. Sorry about your FIL!<br /> @smuckers: glad the last-minute plans were enjoyable!<br /> @SweetCaroline: yes to that! My aunt was just diagnosed with non-hodkins lymphoma so definitely a wake up call to appreciate the little things!<br /> @Kaohinani: awesome waking up to a back massage!<br /> @wrkbrk: sleeping in is the best present!<br /> @brownepiano: glad you could still have your girls day!<br /> @lady baltimore: its so much fun to experience Christmas through the eyes of our kids!<br /> @pachamama: aww, you’re no grinch! Glad both babies are ok and sorry for the extra worry! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863549 Tue, 25 Dec 2018 14:51:08 +0000 pachamama 2863549@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Also I'm grateful I genuinely enjoy my whole family. I truly look forward to get together with my in-laws, cousins, parents and siblings (all except one but she's 2000 miles away and we don't talk). They're funny and smart and down to earth and supportive. 🤗 </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863539 Tue, 25 Dec 2018 12:38:42 +0000 Corduroy 2863539@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'm grateful I got to spend Christmas Eve with my parents and kids. And that we had brunch with my mom's whole family. It had been five years since we all got together at Christmas (when my grandparents passed). Also my parents give us a surprisingly generous and totally unexpected gift. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863528 Tue, 25 Dec 2018 08:30:14 +0000 DesertDreams88 2863528@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I'll post more later but getting to sign "mom and dad" on Christmas presents when for a year there we thought we might never have bio children..... one of the best things. ❤ </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863517 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 21:59:24 +0000 Littlebit7 2863517@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>A friends kid was just diagnosed with leukemia. Another friend just had her twins at 26 weeks. We’ve had a run of bad luck in our family but NOTHING that compares to what these families<br /> are going through. I’m hugging my babies tight and being thankful for everything I have. And tbh,<br /> I’m feeling a little guilty for all that I bought for Xmas. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863515 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 20:38:09 +0000 pachamama 2863515@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Chiming in because I'm the Grinch who started the other one! Today my very good friend and due date buddy went in for her 38 week appointment. She didn't text me back all day and I was distraught with worry thinking the worst. She's kind of high-risk and going for a vbac and ... radio silence. I was almost in tears. she finally texted at 5 saying everything's okay, she's admitted to the hospital and probably will be having her baby soon! I was so relieved I could have sobbed.<br /> Also, I myself went in to L&amp;D today because of a high blood pressure / swelling scare. All is good with baby although he has some fetal arrhythmia...?! they think it's the (kind of a lot of) caffeine I've been drinking so I'm cutting that out immediately. So some scares but looks like our 2 babies are ok 🙏🙏 </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863499 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 16:46:47 +0000 crazydoglady 2863499@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>This is going to sound like a vent, but hear me out: </p> <p>I am feeling the weight of the mental/emotional load which has been particularly prevalent while I am staying at home, bf, and attempting to potty train my 3 year old, feeling like I am not getting the support I need, feeling resentful, etc. So, my husband was like "hey, hey" last night and I basically lost it.<br /> I told him that I feel insignificant right now as person and the only thing that was important about me was who I was/what I could do for other people. I explained the inequality in our relationship (as parents.) I was mad and I was cussing (I don't swear usually,) and instead of getting defensive or deflecting (not that he does usually,) he was empathetic and agreed with me that it's not fair. It meant a lot to me that he could see it. We had a good talk about it and discussed things we could both do. </p> <p>Anyway, part vent, but I am grateful that DH let me get all this off my chest without reservation. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863492 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 15:23:00 +0000 lady baltimore 2863492@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@peachykeen: I am so sorry for your family's loss! It is especially challenging to deal with at this time of year, but it does seem that little ones, even when they don't totally know what is going on, can be such a comfort at times like this.</p> <p>This is the first year that my DD (3) is really excited about Christmas. She rode in the cart through Target the other day belting carols to all of the other shoppers (her current favorites are Feliz Navidad and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer), and made so many people smile! I hope tomorrow lives up to her expectations! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863489 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 15:12:49 +0000 LBee 2863489@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My son is sick and it’s really easy to feel super dramatic, but candidly this is the most quality time I’ve had with him since our daughter was born. Counting my snuggles and my blessings. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863487 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 15:03:00 +0000 CatchAFallingStar 2863487@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I really have never been happier. Having two little girls is such a dream come true. Christmas with my almost-4-YO DD has been amazing. She’s so excited. It makes me happy that she’s more excited to see family than she is about her gifts. And it’s my 10-MO’s first Christmas, so it’ll be so much fun watching her chew on paper and bows (let’s face it, that’s pretty much all she’ll want). I can’t wait to have a house full of fun and love. Amazing food...and maybe a couple cocktails. ☺️🥃🎄 </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863485 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 14:46:39 +0000 brownepiano 2863485@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My two year old has his second ear infection after he was just cleared on Friday. But DH has the day off and took both the boys to the dr, grocery shopping, got meds, and got stuff for my stocking, without complaining so that I could have my planned girls day! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863482 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 14:11:24 +0000 wrkbrk 2863482@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@josina: Okkkkk to counteract my MIL vent on the other thread, she has woken up with DS (3) every morning of their trip so far so I could sleep in. I slept until 8 am three days in a row!!!!!! Needless to say that hasn’t happened in years. ❤️❤️❤️ </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863481 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 14:08:52 +0000 Kaohinani 2863481@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>While so much has gone "wrong" lately, I am always grateful for what does go "right" and for all that I have. Specifically today - While my kids have been tyrants since they woke (too much excitement for the next 48 hours, I suppose 😉), I am grateful that they are MY ill-behaving twosome and I have them in my life. Not to be forgotten, my DH has been spectacular today. He even allowed me to sleep in an hour and woke me with a back massage. For him, I am immeasurably grateful. :heart: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863479 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 13:07:21 +0000 ALV91711 2863479@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I’m super excited to celebrate DS2’s first Christmas and to see all the excitement in DS1. He is 5 and this just seems like the most magical age for Christmas. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863478 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 12:52:17 +0000 snarkybiochemist 2863478@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>My husband has really been amazing with my stress and anxiety so I'm super thankful for him. I'm also super excited to watch E start to slowly understand Christmas </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863477 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 12:27:42 +0000 Mama Bird 2863477@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Grateful that everyone is well aside from a small cold. And that my family gave us a little space and is OK with us celebrating at home instead of at their place. I've been wanting to have one holiday with just DH and the kids for years, and it's really kind of my parents to agree to that - in the past, my attempts to stay home only ended in drama.</p> <p>Also very grateful that my awesome boss is letting me take a long maternity leave. She's the best. I don't know how to thank her, and the coworkers who are handling my work, enough! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863476 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 12:22:09 +0000 SweetCaroline 2863476@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Thankful for our family's health. Last year DH had a badly broken leg and it was a rough 4 months. I also have a potentially serious health condition that is being monitored. So...life is too short for drama and we are drinking in all the sweet moments. :happy: :heart: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863475 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 12:19:09 +0000 smuckers 2863475@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I got a call from my (deeply apologetic) MIL at 1pm yesterday informing me of a very last-minute family event that would be occurring at 3pm at DH's uncle's house (literally, it had been planned that day). We didn't have any major plans for the day, so we made it work.</p> <p>It was SO NICE, exactly what I needed to get my holiday spirit back in place. Just family talking, hanging out, and eating good food while the babies played (DD and her cousin, who are within 3 months of each other). There were a few gifts, but that wasn't the focus of the night. The room was full of love and light and I'm so so happy we made the time. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863473 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 12:16:06 +0000 jhd 2863473@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@peachykeen: this made me tear up. :heart: sending love to your family </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863472 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 12:15:17 +0000 jhd 2863472@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@josina: that’s sweet!</p> <p>I’m excited to celebrate DS2’s first Christmas. He’s just the happiest little baby and has brought so much joy to our family this year amidst some tough times. </p> <p>DS1 is 4 and a lot of fun right now. He’s so excited about Christmas. I’m looking forward to a break from our school routine to do some fun things with him. We baked muffins the other day and he was so proud of himself for helping.</p> <p>Holidays can be stressful dealing with all the family dynamics but I’m just focusing on the fact that there are lots of people who love my boys. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863470 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 12:05:45 +0000 peachykeen 2863470@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@josina: so thoughtful and independent! How old is your DS? </p> <p>My FIL passed away this week after being sick most of his life (he was in hospice since Thanksgiving week) and MIL is feeling sad/lost. DD2 is 17m and has been SO sweet and loving toward MIL, giving her hugs and snuggles. She seems to sense that MaMaw needs some extra love :heart: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/greatful-for-the-little-things#post-2863469 Mon, 24 Dec 2018 11:48:24 +0000 josina 2863469@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>So my kiddo's are pretty good at driving me crazy with all this time off, but this morning DS made me hot chocolate and brought it to me in bed, and then gave me 2 hugs before I left for work, too sweet. </p>