So, I finally got up the nerve to check out one of the local attachment parenting meetups. It was a little less scary because I knew another mom who would be there (her first time, too). I have to say, I did not enjoy my experience. It was supposed to be a talk about using essential oils with babies and kids. To me, it seemed more like a live commercial for a particular line of oils. Basically the meeting went like this
Essential Oils are good!
Yes, I agree. That is why I'm here.
This brand is the best!
Okay, I appreciate the recommendation.
Only use a tiny bit of oil on babies!
Yeah, I figured.
I'm also selling this book to tell you how to use oils!
Um, I thought we came here to learn how to use them...
So, maybe I'm exaggerating a little, but trust me it's only a little. Then when everyone kind of spread out to chit chat and socialize, I decided as the new kid that I should mingle. I could not even get the other moms (aside from the one I already knew) to make eye contact with me. I tried saying hello and introducing myself to a few people and could barely get a 'hi' in return.
I don't think I'll be going back to that meet-up group. I felt like a little kid at a grown-up party. It was not extremely pleasant. Still, it was nice to see the mama there that I did know so it wasn't a total waste of time.
Well, I'm off to the grocery store to get supplies for making my own household cleaning products. I'll let everyone know how they turn out. I hope everyone enjoys their weekend, and for those of you watching the big game - Who Dat!?!?!
Essential Oils are good!
Yes, I agree. That is why I'm here.
This brand is the best!
Okay, I appreciate the recommendation.
Only use a tiny bit of oil on babies!
Yeah, I figured.
I'm also selling this book to tell you how to use oils!
Um, I thought we came here to learn how to use them...
So, maybe I'm exaggerating a little, but trust me it's only a little. Then when everyone kind of spread out to chit chat and socialize, I decided as the new kid that I should mingle. I could not even get the other moms (aside from the one I already knew) to make eye contact with me. I tried saying hello and introducing myself to a few people and could barely get a 'hi' in return.
I don't think I'll be going back to that meet-up group. I felt like a little kid at a grown-up party. It was not extremely pleasant. Still, it was nice to see the mama there that I did know so it wasn't a total waste of time.
Well, I'm off to the grocery store to get supplies for making my own household cleaning products. I'll let everyone know how they turn out. I hope everyone enjoys their weekend, and for those of you watching the big game - Who Dat!?!?!