Just One of Those Days...

[SweetErika]

Yesterday was just one of those days for me...several bad events in succession. In hindsight, many of my seemingly "unlucky" days in the past are quite funny now...a comedy of errors. But I've had so many days where everything's gone right, too.

So, I thought it might be interesting to share 'just one of those days' stories from the past and present.

Have you had a day where everything seemed to go wrong?

One that was so bad it sparks laughter now?

A day where the stars seemed to be aligned in your favor?

Disastrous or perfect dates or sexual encounters?

 

[emap]

I had one of those days a long time ago now, no I'm not saying how long.

I was dating Billy at the time, at this point I can't recall if it was the 3rd or 4th Billy I had dated. We had gone to the movies, and then back to his place. His parents were supposed to be out of town. I was anxious because it had been a while since I'd had sex in a bed, and I really wanted to be getting some laying down on a soft surface again. So we pull into his yard, run into his house and jump on his bed, he had taken my shirt off, pulled up my skirt and was fingering me, when we heard a car pull into the yard.

We had barely gotten ourselves presentable and were walking out of his room when his parents walked in. We talked to them for a little while before I told them I had to get home, I didn't but I was thinking we could use my bed.

We get to my place, Billy parks a few houses down, and we walk into my empty house, my parents were out. We are on the bed, both of us naked and Billy is really starting to go to town, when we hear a car pull up. Quick as we can Billy is putting his clothes on, I'm jumping under the covers and shooing him out the window while turning the lights off. We barely made it, my mom walked into my room perhaps a half second after Billy is out and heading for his car.

I am pretty sure she didn't see him, and I played at being asleep.

 

[Eilan]

Yesterday started out like that for me, but fortunately, everything ended up okay.

My oldest daughter has been going to day camp this week, so we've been getting up earlier than we normally would during summer break. I got up about a half hour after my husband left for work. When I went into the living room and kitchen I looked out the window and noticed that one of my cats had been hit by a car. I didn't want the kids to see her, so I called my hubby to see if he could come home and do something with her (yeah, I was scared of a dead cat!), which he did.

When I started to leave, I realized that my keys weren't where I left them. When I got all the kids belted into the car, I ransacked the house looking for them. I was in tears at this point. So, I called my hubby again. Turns out that he moved the keys and forgot to tell me. I did the mature thing--I hung up on him. (And, yes, I DID apologize!)

I got my daughter to camp just a little late. But that bugged me because I hate to be late, particularly since I tend to bitch about lateness in other people.

I'm really glad the entire day wasn't like that. After my hubby got home from work, I picked up my daughter from camp. Then I met my best friend for dinner, and later that evening my hubby, kids, and I went for a ride in the car.

 

[DelicateFlower]

Yesterday was just one of those days for me...several bad events in succession. In hindsight, many of my seemingly "unlucky" days in the past are quite funny now...a comedy of errors. But I've had so many days where everything's gone right, too.

So, I thought it might be interesting to share 'just one of those days' stories from the past and present.

Have you had a day where everything seemed to go wrong?

One that was so bad it sparks laughter now?

A day where the stars seemed to be aligned in your favor?

Disastrous or perfect dates or sexual encounters?

Had one of those yesterday....

Went to work, got into the work van...went to where I had to go.
Decided to parallel park (which I suck at) and proceeded to RIP the mirror assembly off the van with a sign that said "Handicapped Parking Only"...

Ironic isn't it?

 

[Lust Engine]

Shitty days just add contrast to all of the good days that you'll have.

 

[EJFan]

first off, i have to agree with LustEngine.

pretty much every day sucks for me in one way or another. i've FINALLY learned to let a lot of things roll off my back but sometimes it just gets too overwhelming. on a side note, i'm amazed at the number of people who have sucky days and they get these antidepressants from their doc so they can cope... i don't mean people who actually NEED them, i mean people who use them to cope with normal stresses. pussies.

anyway... the point i really wanted to make here was that it never fails that when i'm having a bad day like that i can come to LIT and be greeted by SweetErika's lingere show and all's right with the world again.

 

[silverwhisper]

erika queried
have you had a day where everything seemed to go wrong?

haven't we all? :>

one that was so bad it sparks laughter now?

ditto. :>

day where the stars seemed to be aligned in your favor?

not anywhere as often as i'd like, but yep. :>

disastrous or perfect dates or sexual encounters?

way too many of all to discuss in any detail. ;>

ed

 

[SweetErika]

Well, today was a far worse continuation of yesterday. Hubby accidently turned off his alarm, and I rolled out of bed at 7:36 for an 8 am appointment. I knew from yesterday it was coming, but I lost someone I love very much, maybe forever. Painful physical therapy was followed by a doctors appointment. Then I went and said goodbye to my 14 year old dog, and wailed as they put him to sleep before he drowned in his own fluid. I felt the grief wash over my husband as the memory of watching his mom die came flooding back and he held and comforted me.

However, as heartbreaking as this day was, tomorrow will be better, and I couldn't agree more with LustEngine and EJ...it provides a good contrast and really makes me appreciate all of the beauty and blessings everyday.

 

[SweetErika]

first off, i have to agree with LustEngine.

pretty much every day sucks for me in one way or another. i've FINALLY learned to let a lot of things roll off my back but sometimes it just gets too overwhelming. on a side note, i'm amazed at the number of people who have sucky days and they get these antidepressants from their doc so they can cope... i don't mean people who actually NEED them, i mean people who use them to cope with normal stresses. pussies.

anyway... the point i really wanted to make here was that it never fails that when i'm having a bad day like that i can come to LIT and be greeted by SweetErika's lingere show and all's right with the world again.

Great point. Glad the AVs perk you right up, EJ.

I'm surprised at the substitution of basic coping skills with drugs as well. I can't help but get irked by the prevalence of ads for psychiatric drugs. EVERYONE has those symptoms at some point, but more and more we turn to a quick fix instead of learning skills, working on ourselves, and just dealing with it. Scary.

 

[SweetErika]

haven't we all? :>


ditto. :>


not anywhere as often as i'd like, but yep. :>


way too many of all to discuss in any detail. ;>

ed

Well, I didn't expect anybody to answer them all at one time, Ed! It's more of a share-an-anecdote-when-you-have-or-think-of-one-and-any-other-thoughts kind of thread.

 

[LonelyNights]

Whenever I have a bad day I just remind myself that it could be worse. I survived 6 suicide attempts in a year, 2 of which were my own. And that was when I was 15.

Things can only get better from there.

Sorry if that's a bit off the topic here, but that's just my 2 cents.

 

[Lust Engine]

Just when you think you have it bad... trust me, there's someone out there with it TWICE as bad as you have it and they're coping somehow.

Not that it's meant as a slam against anyone for being weak, but think about the people that really have it bad and yet can still find strength to cope with things. Find inspiration in all the weird places!

 

[SueJ]

Sweet Erika,
So sorry that you lost your canine friend. <sigh> They never live long enough....though he obviously had a long and (I'm certain) wonderful life, filled with love---both giving and receiving. We always got a second dog as one was getting up there in years, and I honestly don't know how I would have gotten throught those pet losses without another wagging tail at home. The 'empty house syndrome' is just too overwhelming. I hope that your pain heals in time and that you have another dog soon--- not that he could ever completely replace the one you lost, but to be able to share all that they bring to humans in their companionship.

 

[SweetErika]

Whenever I have a bad day I just remind myself that it could be worse. I survived 6 suicide attempts in a year, 2 of which were my own. And that was when I was 15.

Things can only get better from there.

Sorry if that's a bit off the topic here, but that's just my 2 cents.

Thank you for sharing something so personal, LN. You sound like an incredibly strong person.

Just when you think you have it bad... trust me, there's someone out there with it TWICE as bad as you have it and they're coping somehow.

Not that it's meant as a slam against anyone for being weak, but think about the people that really have it bad and yet can still find strength to cope with things. Find inspiration in all the weird places!

Very true, and a great reminder, Lust Engine.

I don't know if anyone else saw it, but we were watching the premiere of "30 Days," the documentary-type series by Morgan Spurlock (of "Supersize Me") on FX the other night. He and his fiancee worked and lived the minimum wage life for a month, and it was really sad and inspiring to hear the stories of others who were in that situation and still sane. A great reminder of how good so many of us have it and everything we have to be thankful for.

Sweet Erika,
So sorry that you lost your canine friend. <sigh> They never live long enough....though he obviously had a long and (I'm certain) wonderful life, filled with love---both giving and receiving. We always got a second dog as one was getting up there in years, and I honestly don't know how I would have gotten throught those pet losses without another wagging tail at home. The 'empty house syndrome' is just too overwhelming. I hope that your pain heals in time and that you have another dog soon--- not that he could ever completely replace the one you lost, but to be able to share all that they bring to humans in their companionship.

Thanks, Sue. He was living with my mom, so it's been easier. Plus, I know he's in "Doggie Heaven" stealing and chewing up lingerie left and right.

 

[SweetErika]

Last weekend we had plenty of time and headed for the bedroom. Everything started out great, but hubby decided to touch my feet (which can be a very good thing for some reason) while giving oral, and this brought on a fit of uncontrollable laughter. I calmed down, he went back to it, but all other touching induced the same reaction, even though I'm not usually ticklish.

We switched gears and decided to play with one of the attachments we had made for the Magic Wand. This particular one was made to be a multi-tasker and has a cock head-sized cone on one side. He thought it would be fun to see if it did anything for me, but as soon as he positioned it over my clit, it latched on with a fair amount of suction! The shock made me yell, "It's getting me...get it OFF!" He did (you see, it's all about the trust and communication ), I calmed down enough to explain what happened, and we both burst into laughter, which continued as he experimented with the suction in other places.

More touching, giggling, and fantastic (but somewhat clumsy) sex followed. Many might look at this type of experience as a disaster, and it kind of was, but it was really one of the best we've ever had. Laughter and everything seemingly going "wrong" is incredibly sexy and fulfilling with the right partner.

 

[Cathleen]

Erika sweetie.....

Rainbow Bridge


Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

Author unknown...

 

[Eilan]

Laughter and everything seemingly going "wrong" is incredibly sexy and fulfilling with the right partner.

You're so right about that.

The second time that my husband and I had ever had sex, one of the funniest things we've ever experienced happened to us. He'd come over to my house for the evening, and once I'd gotten my kids (just two at the time) off to bed, we decided to move the party outside.

I used to have a cat that my ex called "The Intimacy Police" because she was very jealous of anyone who showed affection toward me. It got to the point where she'd come between anyone who tried to hug me and hiss and spit if she were pushed away.

We spent a lot of time trying to keep her away from us while we were having sex, and eventually she got the point and moved on. When we were finished, however, she ran back to the blanket we were lying on, took my hubby's underwear, and ran off with it.

My hubby quickly pulled on his shorts and chased her down, but he ended up going home with his undies in his pocket.

 

[SweetErika]

Erika sweetie.....

Rainbow Bridge
<snip>

That's lovely, Cate. Thank you.

You're so right about that.

The second time that my husband and I had ever had sex, one of the funniest things we've ever experienced happened to us. He'd come over to my house for the evening, and once I'd gotten my kids (just two at the time) off to bed, we decided to move the party outside.

I used to have a cat that my ex called "The Intimacy Police" because she was very jealous of anyone who showed affection toward me. It got to the point where she'd come between anyone who tried to hug me and hiss and spit if she were pushed away.

We spent a lot of time trying to keep her away from us while we were having sex, and eventually she got the point and moved on. When we were finished, however, she ran back to the blanket we were lying on, took my hubby's underwear, and ran off with it.

My hubby quickly pulled on his shorts and chased her down, but he ended up going home with his undies in his pocket.

LMAO
I can picture it...great story!

 

[Eilan]

LMAO
I can picture it...great story!

Anytime one of us brings up that night, we laugh just as hard as we did the night it happened. I was chuckling as I typed.

 

[silverwhisper]

erika quoth
well, i didn't expect anybody to answer them all at one time, ed! it's more of a share-an-anecdote-when-you-have-or-think-of-one-and-any-other-thoughts kind of thread

you know, i must remember to close the literalism tag more often when post... :>

will respond more fully in a bit. :>

[still look abashed]

ed

 

[oddity83]

Blew the water pump out of on my truck, in the parking lot of my apartment other than that its been a good day.

 

[Quoll]

If any of you remember dear old Mrs Marsh and her chalk from the colgate commercials.

My wife and I were having a very passionate lovemaking session (or so I thought) things were just approaching that ultimate moment, after a few particularly vigorous strokes my sweet sensuous wife looked lovingly at me, and moaned these beautiful words, "Oooh it does get in" needless to say, I was reduced to helpless laughter which took nearly an hour to get over,and that phrase still pops up now and again.

 

[Bacteriophage68]

Lyrics

Its just one of those days
When you don't wanna wake up
Everything is fucked
Everybody sucks
You don't really know why
But want justify
Rippin' someone's head off
No human contact
And if you interact
Your life is on contract
Your best bet is to stay away motherfucker
It's just one of those days!!


Its all about the he says she says bullshit
I think you better quit
Lettin' shit slip
Or you'll be leavin with a fat lip
Its all about the he says she says bullshit
I think you better quit talkin that shit
(Punk, so come and get it)
Its just one of those days
Feelin' like a freight train
First one to complain
Leaves with a blood stain
Damn right I'm a maniac
You better watch your back
Cuz I'm fuckin' up your program
And if your stuck up
You just lucked up
Next in line to get fucked up
Your best bet is to stay away motherfucker
Its just one of those days!!

[chorus]

I feel like shit
My suggestion is to keep your distance cuz right now im dangerous
We've all felt like shit
And been treated like shit
All those motherfuckers that want to step up
I hope you know I pack a chain saw
I'll skin your ass raw
And if my day keeps goin' this way I just might break somethin' tonight...
I hope you know I pack a chain saw
I'll skin your ass raw
And if my day keeps goin' this way I just might break somethin' tonight...
I hope you know I pack a chain saw
I'll skin your ass raw
And if my day keeps goin' this way I just might break your fuckin' face tonight!!
Give me somethin' to break
How bout your fuckin' face
I hope you know I pack a chain saw, what!!...

 

[Shagly]

Erika sweetie.....

Rainbow Bridge


Just this side of heaven is a place called Rainbow Bridge.

When an animal dies that has been especially close to someone here, that pet goes to Rainbow Bridge.
There are meadows and hills for all of our special friends so they can run and play together.
There is plenty of food, water and sunshine, and our friends are warm and comfortable.

All the animals who had been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind.

They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; His eager body quivers. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster.

You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion, never to be parted again. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.

Then you cross Rainbow Bridge together....

Author unknown...

Thanks Cate.

You reminded me of my former putty tat.

 

[EJFan]

i'm on about the 5th SUCK ASS day in a row right now and i can't take it anymore... there's so much little annoying shit going on it's just driving me nuts. sorry that i can't go into detail.

all i know is that it's brought me to a point where i just want to discontinue friendships and affiliations with people, groups, etc. there are friends (and lit) i'd never kick to the curb, but the sort of passive acquaintances i've accumulated just need to go away... i just want to pare down my life to the bare essentials.

the sad thing is that a lot of this is my own fault... i'm just not a tolerant (or saintly?) enough person.