not this cute anymore!The first one is mild. I meant to text Aaron but sent it to Aileen, a new friend in the ward. Obvious mistake-- since those A names are right at the top of the list. I typed it at a stop sign and sent when the light turned green. Big NO-NO to text while driving. (I'm sorry, Oprah!!) The text read:
"Thanks for paying to get my van fixed. We are off to the library and story time at the mall... I will try to pick up a gift for baby Oliver and send their package today."Aaron probably wondered why I was short with him when he called 20 min after I sent the text and asked what I was up to that day. But I didn't put two and two together until Aileen texted me back saying, WHUUT? We laughed it off no prob as I welcomed her to the neighborhood :) PS. I bought something for my new nephew that day and still haven't mailed off the package. I'm a loser, baby. So why dontcha kill me?
Second texting error was made by Aaron. It was intended for me, but went to his tennis buddy, Kevin. We had just left the park for lunch and were planning to leave for AZ later. The context is funny:
"I love you even if you're a closet alcoholic. Taylor should be relaxing this weekend as long as we don't get into a fight on the way there. See you tonight!"Kevin texted back confused and Aaron replied, "sorry. wrong Kevin." He didn't want to have to explain that his wife is a closet alcoholic, but the thought of him saying the big L-word to another Kevin made me laugh even harder. I am not a closet alcoholic, btw. And we did not get into a fight on our drive to AZ... or on the way home.
The third one happened today. And it's terrible. It went to a man who is my son's academic adviser from his online school. I never call him or text him. In fact, the only reason why I have his number in my phone is so that I can avoid his calls. The text was intended for my little sis, who just started on birth control and hates it. Can I announce that on my blog Cindy? Anyway, this is what I sent
"You can always do condoms..."As bad as that sounds, the one I sent before about crazy female hormones could have been worse?? I am trying to see the bright side here. If he ever texts me back, I will be sure to let you know...
And these are the days of our lives. Sometimes it just feel so good to laugh at yourself.
PS. Anyone have birth control solutions for my sis? I was on the NuvaRing for a couple of years and loved it. But I got pregnant with Zack while using it... and he didn't turn out so well.
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Every medication in the world either makes me sick or depressed, but I take OrthoTryclinLo (probably not spelled right) and it hasn't had a negative effect on me. If it's making her sick or depressed, a low hormone birth control like that (I think there's one other one too) might be better. I don't know what her insurance is like, but since there isn't a generic for the low hormone birth control, she might have to pay like $50 a month. It's worth it, though, if she can afford it.
I take Yasmin and I have never had any problems with it. I think it just depends on the person.
BTW, I think the text thing is hilarious!!
this is awesome. i'm getting the biggest kick out of it because i really know you and can literally hear you saying the words you typed outloud.
thanks for the laugh...esp about zack. i bufghhed at that one (made up word, btw.
There are a million different birth controls. Here are a few of the most popular ones I see:
Aviane-28: one of the lowest amounts of hormones out of the oral birth control pills. Good choice to minimize estrogen side effects. More risk of spotting. Greater risk of pregnancy with missed doses.
NuvaRing: VERY low hormone, brand only.
Yaz/Yasmin: very popular. Good choice for PMS, PMDD, acne, etc. Yaz has slightly less estrogen and gives shorter/lighter periods. Both generic, but not sure of prices.
Loestrin-24 FE: has iron if history of anemia, shorter/lighter periods, brand only.
Seasonale: one period every 3 months. Does have generic, not sure of prices.
Mirena: Progestin-only IUD. Low hassle, low side effects, and very effective. Recent data is showing they are fine to use before the first pregnancy without any complications for later pregnancies.
Sorry. Probably more than you wanted to know, but still a fraction of the options...
I can't do hormones. I've had both types of the IUDs and love them, but I can't do hormones (weight gain AND jitters: not a great combination) which with the mirena didn't work out too well. The copper caused way too heavy flow so now I'm back at square 1. So honestly plastic and calendars is what I do right now. I count days and use extra precautions at the right times of the month...It's not for everyone and probably, no most definitely not for newlyweds... unless you have supernatural control...I haven't met any of those types yet... So while I wait for my husband to get sick of this and do something more permanent (He's talked into it...just not very action oriented here...) That's where I'm stuck. (Huh, now that I read back on that it's not all that informative or interesting, but I'm invested now. There's no turning back!)
Just wanted to give you a different perspective on the issue. We use the withdrawal method. It worked 50% of the time and the other three times we engaged in marital relations we got some cute kids out of the deal. Hope this helps.
I'm glad I didn't get the condom text. That would've been hilarious! I don't know how you'll explain your way out of that one. Personally, I've tried all the birth control options and I've come to the conclusion that each person is different (obviously) and you have to find the right one for you. Some people prefer one option over the other but trial and error is the only way. I agree that the timing method is NOT the best option for newlyweds who are usually clueless about the timing of those things. The low-dose estrogen pill would be my first recommendation for a newbie. ;-)
Oh gosh, there are SO many things I love about this post! I am still laughing. The comment about Zack has made me close to peeing in my pants. No lie! I've got nothing for your sis's birth control issues. I have got my own probs with BC. Maybe that is why I had four kids in two years...just a though:)! I am kidding, but I hate all the ones I have ever been on so I stopped completely and go the route that you texted the ole academic advisor. Keep the posts a coming...I need these laughs during my day!
Lame title! You had my hopes up that you were coming to visit Houston. Love the mixed up texts & that it came from Aaron & not just you!
Abstinance? Yeah I guess that really isn't an option huh...Yaz worked best for me. Great post btw.
So in my phone Jake is under AAA JAKEY BABY. That way he always comes up first and there is no room for texting error. Pictures to the wrong name could make for a big uh-oh! What? We're married!
Years ago I was dating this guy and it had been about 3 weeks. I got a text that read, "Whoever said she was my girlfriend?" Ya... I texted back and said, "I'm not sure but I think I'm pretty offended right now." He called me right away and explained that I'm just always on his mind so much that he texted me instead of his EX-girlfriend!! She was psycho and already making up lies about me so he wasn't giving her any information to work with. Sounds like a lame excuse, but it was true and that boyfriend was nothing but 110% honest with me all of the time. He asked what I was doing then and I told him I was already on my way to go eat ice cream with my roommates (obviously because I was upset over the text.)
When I got home that day he was sitting on my doorstep with flowers. The relationship was really awesome after that.... and I'm not telling you which boyfriend that was :)
Abe? Galen? I must know NOW!!
Thanks everyone! This is great. Sounds like some woman are still having problems with birth control! I hope this doesn't last forever!
I'm going to try something new. Hopefully it will be better.
Oh, I HATE birth control. Makes me feel like a crazy person. I did LoEstrin24 FE for a while and felt totally normal (maybe a little better than), but didn't have insurance at the time and couldn't afford to keep taking it, so I had to stop it. I would take it again, though. Otherwise, convince your man to be a Trojan Man.
Love the texting gaffes.
i hate birth control. Everyone has a different fave, and mine is the reproductive russian rhoulette that gave us 5 adorable girls in 6 years. Hope Cindy can find her groove soon. That is hilarious about Zach.
I find it appropriate to admit here that I accidentally sent your husband an email that was intended for my brother-in-law, also named Aaron, and my sister. It was about kideos.com (kind of like youtube for kids) or something like that. He basically replied saying, "Thanks for the tip...although I'm not sure it was meant for me." I felt dumb, but this post makes me feel better that I'm not the only one that makes that mistake!
Cindy (or anyone) could always look into more natural methods...you know, to turn you and your family even more hippie-ish. I recommend the book "Taking Charge of Your Fertility". I'm happy to lend out my copy.
Essentially, you become knowledgeable and informed about your body, paying attention to what's happening with your body and only have to be careful (use condoms or abstain) for a few days each month. That way your periods and hormones don't need to be messed with and you KNOW when it's fertile time, so you can either avoid it or go for it...plus KNOW when you get pregnant. And what woman and man couldn't be helped by knowing a little more about the woman's body and the way it works before having children??
Just a thought...
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