January 2014 - StepTalk - The Network of Care

Ahh... the small things!

DH made SD15 clean the nasty bathtub that only she uses on Sunday, before he would take her to GBMs. She actually did a good job. read more Read More...

Published Wed, Jan 22 2014 12:41 PM by Step Talk

my story, thus far..

I have been reading this site for some time, trying to find solace as I do not have any friends or acquaintances who are in a step situation. read more Read More...

Published Wed, Jan 22 2014 12:40 PM by Step Talk

Bio and skid

Just out of curiousity, for those of you with bios with your DH and skid(s), what does your DH usually do for fathers day? Does he do something with all of them, just skid, just bio? Read More...

Published Wed, Jan 22 2014 12:07 PM by Step Talk

SS14 Can't Tell Time

This blows my mind. SS isn't the brightest by any stretch, but he's not retarded either. He'll be 15 in a couple months and can't tell time on a regular clock. read more Read More...

Published Wed, Jan 22 2014 12:02 PM by Step Talk

SS told DH that someday he would come live with us..

This is something he has been saying since he could talk. read more Read More...

Published Wed, Jan 22 2014 11:52 AM by Step Talk

Health Insurance In Kansas City That Matches Your Needs

Health Insurance Options In Kansas City read more Read More...

Published Wed, Jan 22 2014 11:50 AM by Step Talk

Moms vs. Stepmoms, when the conflict is internal....

I wear many hats in my home as I'm sure most of you all do as well. For me, I am the mom, smom, wife, nanny, cook, maid, accountant, chauffer, nurse, coach, referee, mechanic, handyman, teacher etc. read more Read More...

Published Wed, Jan 22 2014 11:49 AM by Step Talk

I do not want step kids living with me

I feel really bad and presumably may be referred to as, “The Evil Wicked Step Mom”: But I don’t want any of SO’s 2 kids moving in with us…they were down in December read more Read More...

Published Wed, Jan 22 2014 11:42 AM by Step Talk

OMG O/T. I have an interview next week! I hate them.....

Any advice? I always get all caught up in what to wear. Too dress vs. not dressy enough! What are my strengths? What are my weakness? read more Read More...

Published Wed, Jan 22 2014 11:42 AM by Step Talk

Just when you think you can't take anymore... <long rant here>

About a year ago, DH left a pretty damn good paying job that had a lot of stress. I supported this decision, even though it scared me. I tried to understand and put myself in his shoes.. read more Read More...

Published Wed, Jan 22 2014 11:29 AM by Step Talk

My Disengagement Plan... Yeah, gonna try again.

So SS11 (5th grade) has the social studies fair coming up. read more Read More...

Published Wed, Jan 22 2014 11:18 AM by Step Talk

Had an unexpected check come in the mail today in the form of a refund

I am working on my PhD...yada yada. I had quite a hefty sum come to me today as a refund for overpayment on something. read more Read More...

Published Wed, Jan 22 2014 11:11 AM by Step Talk

Do I have To? A Vacation Question

I mention to DH the other night that I would like to take my DSs on vacation while on Spring Break this year (I have my sons and he has SS that week as well). read more Read More...

Published Wed, Jan 22 2014 11:10 AM by Step Talk

Coincidence or the wrath of BM?

A little over 6 months ago, CPS was called on BM by SD's daycare when SD showed up there with bruises on both upper arms. A couple days later, DH had a flat tire. read more Read More...

Published Wed, Jan 22 2014 11:02 AM by Step Talk

Um no, DH we cannot afford to help!

My SS 18, who works full time making about 1600 a month, bought a new car. He paid a hefty sum for this car, say about 4000. From what I understand he had to borrow some money from BM to pay for it. read more Read More...

Published Wed, Jan 22 2014 10:55 AM by Step Talk

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