This afternoon, I was supposed to go to this garden luncheon to "welcome new residents." I wasn't really excited about going but decided to go because a) my one neighbor my age was going and b) one of the women I know fairly well was planning it.

So I get there and my neighbor, L, says to me "Remember when you were asking about the purpose of this luncheon? Well, there was a purpose - look at the decorations." I look and hanging everywhere was all these beautiful little pink baby girl clothes. And about 50 women, all of whom are my neighbors, but many whom I didn't really even know.

I actually started to cry - it was a combination of surprise and feeling like "how could these people who don't even know me be so *nice* to me." I didn't even know what to say at first because I was so shocked.

So, we had wonderful food and desserts and I got to meet tons of neighbors I didn't know previously. Also, most of the neighbors I do know were there. Many people who I don't know and couldn't be there also sent gifts. [Like, over 10 in that category alone.] The baby's room is now literally overflowing with gifts. I actually think I got more clothes than she will ever be able to wear.

It really surprised me how much it meant to me. I am new here and only know a handful of people. I've gotten sort of used to living alone the last few years. I just couldn't believe that so many people would spend their time and money on me. It meant a lot

[cross-posted with LJ]

I need a Teacup Guy update.

He's still wonderful. We have been going out nearly four months now. The Ohio group scared him by shouting "Hello Teacup Guy", when he called my cellphone, but I think he has recovered. He's coming over for dinner tonight, and scarily enough I am actually cooking.

sj, did we really scare him? Did you explain it was just our enthusiasm towards him because he loves you as much as we do? Anyone smart enough to appreciate the loveliness that is sj is going to be the recipient of much Bitch enthusiasm. That's just the way it is.

Jen, you are doomed. Right on!

Jen, you're right. You are so doomed, girl.

Lilty, wow. Just wow. That's a lot of gall. I wouldn't do that to my family, never mind a roommate.

Stephanie, I just commented in your lj, but still..that is wonderful. Are most of the women married to men in the service?

I'm an hour away from the in-law invasion for Christopher's birthday (which is actually tomorrow, but the party's today at 4). My cold has moved to my chest. I'm wheezing. I woke up at 4 something, this morning. My mom is taking the kids tonight, because she was going to take them earlier in the week for a sleep over, but I was sick, as was Chris. She suggested we put it off, until I felt better, so Scott and I could take advantage of the free evening.

I have a feeling I'm going to take advantage of the free evening by dropping off to sleep by 8pm. *sigh*

sj, did we really scare him? Did you explain it was just our enthusiasm towards him because he loves you as much as we do?

Yes, a little. I explained to him that we were a little tipsy.

Anyone smart enough to appreciate the loveliness that is sj is going to be the recipient of much Bitch enthusiasm. That's just the way it is.

Awww. Thanks.

Stephanie I am so glad you found a community to celebrate with. It is amazing when people you don't know well are so amazing.

between that and Jen's date my moniter os all blurry. I have to go to work. and figure out what to where to the swing dance tonight.

Are most of the women married to men in the service?

Actually, no. We live in this beautiful but semi-pretentious gated community with 36 holes of golf and a country club. (I'm opposed to the idea of a gated community, but it was the best buy for our money in this area and the only house we really liked.) There is one large community made up of many subdivisions. There are lots of military families here overall, but just me and my neighbor, L, in our subdivision. Most of the couples here are retired or semi-retired - around 55 and up. I know of 4 houses (out of maybe 70) owned by couples in their 30s and 40s.

Because they are all older, I know they have more time to do stuff like plan baby showers. At the same time, I have felt a bit like an outsider since we moved here (because we are so much younger and don't golf) and I think one of the reasons I was so moved today was that it was apparent that I'm really not (an outsider).

Stephanie -- that's really lovely!

Jen schmoop, sj schmoop! And Stephanie! Happy day in Bitches. You all give me warm fuzzies.

Cindy, I banish your cold. I waving shiny, magical objects and speaking Latin in front of some books. Be gone!

My guy just left. I didn't see him at all last weekend because I holed up to do homework. All. Freakin'. Weekend. I have 2 papers to write this weekend (mostly done with one now), so he took off to let me do it. But now, I'm lonely and have to work.

Jen = doomed.

sj = still doomed.

Stephanie, that just so very lovely!

Happy day in Bitches.

Puppycat is one my very last nerve yet still cute enough to live.