I never properly introduced myself

[April_R]

I joined the SDMB about a month ago because another board I used to frequent has fizzled down to nothing and I wanted to move on.
I just dived in head first around here posting a few threads and then found the MMP

It’s like a home away from home. I like it there

I also like this board in general. I did learn to stay away from political and religious threads for the most part, and I learned that quickly!

A little about myself
I am 29 yo and the mother of b/g twins who are turning 5 in 2 weeks! I have been married for over 7 years. Our anniversary is in June. I am getting my Master’s degree this fall in Medical Anthropology.

I work from home for merchant services (helping small business owners obtain credit card processing and machines for their business)

I live in TN and have also lived in GA, AL, AK, UT, and Germany.

I don’t have any pets because my children are hard enough to take care of! I am expecting another baby in June, so I am very busy going to school, working, taking care of the family, and growing another baby!

Thanks for welcoming me and I have enjoyed it so far.

[Plebianangel]

Hi! I just joined yesterday, but this seems like a good place.

[April_R]

Hi back

[Astroboy14]

Welcome… no one worthwhile stays long, though.

[kayaker]

@April_R

I just dived in head first

Dove.

(this explains Astroboy 14’s otherwise cryptic comment.)

[Lanzy]

Which of the three states in TN do you live? I was born in the West (Memphis) but spent most of my life in the East (Tazewell).

[April_R]

@kayaker

Dove.

(this explains Astroboy 14’s otherwise cryptic comment.)

Oh, lol. Oops. Dove always looks like dove (as in the bird) so I never think it looks like the right word. Like wind, wind, live, live, etc.

[April_R]

@Lanzy

Which of the three states in TN do you live? I was born in the West (Memphis) but spent most of my life in the East (Tazewell).

It’s only one state, ( ), I live in the West part right now in Bartlett. I did live in Middle Tennessee from 5th grade to graduating from high school, in Clarksville, TN.

[April_R]

@kayaker

Dove.

(this explains Astroboy 14’s otherwise cryptic comment.)

and P.S.
Usage Discussion of DIVE
Dive, which was originally a weak verb, developed a past tense dove, probably by analogy with verbs like drive, drove. Dove exists in some British dialects and has become the standard past tense especially in speech in some parts of Canada. In the United States dived and dove are both widespread in speech as past tense and past participle, with dove less common than dived in the south Midland area, and dived less common than dove in the Northern and north Midland areas. In writing, the past tense dived is usual in British English and somewhat more common in American English. Dove seems relatively rare as a past participle in writing.
So dived is correct

[purplehorseshoe]

Howdy, April R. and Plebianangel. This is an interesting place to hang out. Welcome!

[kayaker]

@April_R

So dived is correct

Well, that’s it. I’m outa here.:mad:
ETA: just kidding, as I have been all along. Welcome, etc.

[April_R]

[Musicat]

@April_R

and P.S.
Usage Discussion of DIVE
Dive, which was originally a weak verb, developed a past tense dove, probably by analogy with verbs like drive, drove. Dove exists in some British dialects and has become the standard past tense especially in speech in some parts of Canada. In the United States dived and dove are both widespread in speech as past tense and past participle, with dove less common than dived in the south Midland area, and dived less common than dove in the Northern and north Midland areas. In writing, the past tense dived is usual in British English and somewhat more common in American English. Dove seems relatively rare as a past participle in writing.
So dived is correct

Hey! Take it to the Pit! You’re too new to provide useful, substantial information!

[Ambivalid]

Well an official 'Ello to you.

[Astroboy14]

@kayaker

(this explains Astroboy 14’s otherwise cryptic comment.)

Actually, it was meant to be a self-deprecating joke. Fail.

[Hello_Again]

I wish this trend of one-by-one introduction threads would end. The threads are boring and clutter up the board. I much prefer the April R. “dive in if you have something to say” approach.

[Ambivalid]

@Hello_Again

I wish this trend of one-by-one introduction threads would end. The threads are boring and clutter up the board.

Well way to add to the excitement and cleanliness of the board yourself! :dubious:

[Bumbershoot]

@Astroboy14

Actually, it was meant to be a self-deprecating joke. Fail.

That’s how I read your post- I checked your Join Date and thought “He’s making a self-deprecating joke!”

Oh, and welcome, April R!

[swampbear]

Well, how do you do Apes?

[Astroboy14]

@Bumbershoot

That’s how I read your post- I checked your Join Date and thought “He’s making a self-deprecating joke!”

Thank you!

Now I feel better.