Wednesday, November 7, 2007

Our Fight

Derek and I got in a little fight last night, well more like bad communication. After Derek's comma, he fell behind in his Tuesday night class and his professor is unwilling to let him make up the work or do extra credit. At this point he can either finish the class with a poor grade or drop the class and retake the course next semester. I have never been in this sort of situation and since we spent the money on the class I hate to just say "give up". I know that it has been a major source of stress for him and he feels completely burnt out between the new job and school.
Anyways when I got home from work last night he tried to explain what he was feeling and I got upset because he said "you don't understand how stressful it is". I broke down, I may not show it to him but I am exhausted. Waking up at 5, taking care of the house, going to work till 4, heading directly to school until 9 and then coming home to dishes in the sink, him laying on the couch and still needing to pack my lunch and get things ready for the morning. I know that I have the benefit of being at a computer all day and can sometimes manage to get some schoolwork finished during my breaks, but in no way is this easy or un-stressful. I want to give up, I want to break down and cry, but I said I was going to do this and I have no intentions giving up. At the same time, I depend on Derek a lot. I make him set his alarm to wake me up, I constantly complain about the closet not being finished and I always keep him busy. I guess I am not great at giving him time to do homework, and sometimes I expect him to never take a break. I still have a lot to learn, we both do. I hate fighting though, I hated leaving this morning upset and feeling like I don't do enough. I know that he had no intentions of making it seem like I have things easy or that I don't do anything, the comparison is hard to ignore.
On the food front, I am staying OP, doesn't feel like it, but I am. I have been eating breakfast early (around 7) a few small, low point snacks throughout the day (granola bar, yogurt, fiber one, vegetable soup), followed by an early dinner (around 5). I am done eating for the day by 6:30. I think the fact that I am in class and can't snack during the evening really helps me. Hopefully I will be to goal by the end of the month!

4 comments:

Unknown said...

Awww - fighting is the worst feeling and let me tell you as long as you feel bad for fighting that is a good sign. Even when I feel totally justified in my position in our fights, I still always end up crying. It just isn't fun to disagree or miscommunicate with your best friend.

My advice - the 2 of you need to take a day off together. I know, I know, I know - we don't have time - too much to do - family, holidays, school, work - trust me, it will be there when you get back. Even if you can't leave just stay at home, in your pj's and watch movies all day. Don't answer the phone, do dishes, pay bills or think about school/work. The most important things that you can do for yourself and each other is to make time for down time.

I know I'm not one to preach but when the hubby and I follow this practice it makes a huge difference. Just remember that Derrik loves you unconditionally and we all hit rough spots - you guys are made for each other!

Amanda said...

Can I just say what Steph said? She is right. Take some time and just CHILL. You won't regret it, I promise. And with the holidays coming, it's just going to get worse. We're here for you regardless, but I want to see a more happy upbeat post! :)

The Price's Wife said...

SUCK- I hate fighting... It just makes things so crappy... You and Derek are an amazing couple though, and of course you'll come through this stressful time in your lives with flying colors... Glad to hear you are rocking on the WW front though!

Jynell said...

Hey there!!! I've really missed reading your blog! I'm happy to say that after a TON of nagging, my hubby finally got my new laptop loaded back up with all my old favorites. So, I plan to be much more of a regular around here again!!

I'm sorry to hear that you and Derek have been hitting some rough spots & that you are so stressed. I deal with it the same way you do- hold it all in until you just can't, then melt down! Steph & Amanda are totally right! Take some time to relax just the two of you- but not just this once. Come up wit a cutsie little symbol to put on your calendar & reserve that time for just the two of you each week. Doesn't have to be fancy, doesn't even have to be out of the house- just keep your relationship and romance as a priority. It's hard now, it gets harder after your married- especially once the kids start to come. Start the habit now- it really helps!! Hope today is better! ((((HUGS))))