what are you doing right now?

[NastyWoman]

My friend and I were going up to her cabin Tu-Th. She had to reschedule to Mo-We and I forgot. I have 2 minutes left before brushing my teeth and rushing off. We'll see what I forgot to pack as I did this in15 minutes before coffee. 

[mollyc]

The thunderstorm last night was very short on rain. It reminded me of summer nights in Saskatoon.

DH says there are 90 more fires in the province since yesterday. I checked and 18 of the new fires are in our fire district. There are more red dots to the south of us then I remember from yesterday so they would be the work of last night’s storm.

Air quality has been various degrees of bad for weeks now. I saw last week that Siberia is on fire so that’s just going to add to our local problems.

[Works4me]

Jul 9, 2023 12:25:56 GMT -5 cooper88 said:

I hit enter too soon! This is the new dog, Bear.

Hi Bear - welcome to the family!

[chiver78]

Jul 10, 2023 10:27:19 GMT -5 NastyWoman said:

My friend and I were going up to her cabin Tu-Th. She had to reschedule to Mo-We and I forgot. I have 2 minutes left before brushing my teeth and rushing off. We'll see what I forgot to pack as I did this in15 minutes before coffee. 

it's only a couple of days. as long as you remember to pack that toothbrush and toothpaste, you'll live. 

[wvugurl26]

My brother's top packing rule is make sure you have everything that can't be replaced at Walmart. Mine should apparently be make you put everything you packed in the car.

[TheOtherMe]

I have a friend who travels a lot internationally.  He buys disposable underwear and replaces the space in his suitcase with the few things he buys overseas.  He mostly takes pictures and mails friends post cards.  

His company rewarded him with 6 weeks of extra vacation this year for working there for 25 years.  He just spent a month traveling through Europe to lots of places he had never been before.

[Pink Cashmere]

I am in slow motion today. Mister nor I slept well last night. I should be doing laundry, I’m sitting on the deck instead. 

At least I’m not in a bad mood like I was all day yesterday. 

[NomoreDramaQ1015]

Wow that was fast.   I have the interview on Wednesday.   That does not give me much time to prepare.   

At least this will be easier because it is people I already work with.  I don't have to worry about first impressions anymore.  I also don't have to worry about how I dress I don't have to worry about finding my dang suit.  I should probably dig out the blazer but I am not going to worry about the skirt or pants.  Jeans are lab appropriate and I am moving between that and the interview I don't want to deal with changing.

I interviewed with three out of the four for this job too.  Knowing how they interview makes it easier too I don't have to overthink it.

[Cookies Galore]

Jul 10, 2023 11:31:37 GMT -5 TheOtherMe said:

I have a friend who travels a lot internationally.  He buys disposable underwear and replaces the space in his suitcase with the few things he buys overseas.  He mostly takes pictures and mails friends post cards.  

His company rewarded him with 6 weeks of extra vacation this year for working there for 25 years.  He just spent a month traveling through Europe to lots of places he had never been before.

Ooh, I'll take an additional six weeks, please!

[finnime]

Yeah, Drama!

Stay safe and breathing, mollyc.

Your id is showing, Knee Deep in Water Chloe. Good for you!

[Knee Deep in Water Chloe]

Jul 10, 2023 12:26:53 GMT -5 NomoreDramaQ1015 said:

Wow that was fast.   I have the interview on Wednesday.   That does not give me much time to prepare.   

At least this will be easier because it is people I already work with.  I don't have to worry about first impressions anymore.  I also don't have to worry about how I dress I don't have to worry about finding my dang suit.  I should probably dig out the blazer but I am not going to worry about the skirt or pants.  Jeans are lab appropriate and I am moving between that and the interview I don't want to deal with changing.

I interviewed with three out of the four for this job too.  Knowing how they interview makes it easier too I don't have to overthink it.

I'm going to respectfully disagree with you. I'm saying this because I want you to get the job--not because I want to induce anxiety. 

I think you need to change out of the jeans. Running into the bathroom to switch into the jacket and pants/skirt really will make an impression--just as not changing will make an impression. Changing for the interview gives the impression that you are really interested in this job. That you're not taking this as a courtesy interview; that you're taking this application and their consideration seriously. 

[MarionTh230]

Jul 10, 2023 12:41:38 GMT -5 Knee Deep in Water Chloe said:

Jul 10, 2023 12:26:53 GMT -5 NomoreDramaQ1015 said:

Wow that was fast.   I have the interview on Wednesday.   That does not give me much time to prepare.   

At least this will be easier because it is people I already work with.  I don't have to worry about first impressions anymore.  I also don't have to worry about how I dress I don't have to worry about finding my dang suit.  I should probably dig out the blazer but I am not going to worry about the skirt or pants.  Jeans are lab appropriate and I am moving between that and the interview I don't want to deal with changing.

I interviewed with three out of the four for this job too.  Knowing how they interview makes it easier too I don't have to overthink it.

I'm going to respectfully disagree with you. I'm saying this because I want you to get the job--not because I want to induce anxiety. 

I think you need to change out of the jeans. Running into the bathroom to switch into the jacket and pants/skirt really will make an impression--just as not changing will make an impression. Changing for the interview gives the impression that you are really interested in this job. That you're not taking this as a courtesy interview; that you're taking this application and their consideration seriously. 

I actually wouldn't have thought that.  But, honestly it is because when we interview for internal hires (because I've been on the interview panels), we have to schedule interviews during the interviewee's normal shift.  Which means, they will be leaving their current job duty and coming into the interview room.  We expect them to be dressed for their normal shift duties.  

You bring up an interesting point though because it would depend on what the expectations are for internal hires/internal interviews.  I just honestly would have never thought that.

[bookkeeper]

Jul 7, 2023 9:02:55 GMT -5 andi9899 said:

Jul 7, 2023 7:52:46 GMT -5 minnesotapaintlady said:

Wait. What?  Isn't it illegal to sell those? 

I can't be 100% sure we're talking about the same thing, but here there are little tubes with fake flowers in them. People buy them and then use the tube for crack pipes. It's not actually marketed as a crack pipe.

That was exactly the product I saw at the cash register.

[NomoreDramaQ1015]

Jul 10, 2023 12:58:23 GMT -5 MarionTh230 said:

Jul 10, 2023 12:41:38 GMT -5 Knee Deep in Water Chloe said:

I'm going to respectfully disagree with you. I'm saying this because I want you to get the job--not because I want to induce anxiety. 

I think you need to change out of the jeans. Running into the bathroom to switch into the jacket and pants/skirt really will make an impression--just as not changing will make an impression. Changing for the interview gives the impression that you are really interested in this job. That you're not taking this as a courtesy interview; that you're taking this application and their consideration seriously. 

I actually wouldn't have thought that.  But, honestly it is because when we interview for internal hires (because I've been on the interview panels), we have to schedule interviews during the interviewee's normal shift.  Which means, they will be leaving their current job duty and coming into the interview room.  We expect them to be dressed for their normal shift duties.  

You bring up an interesting point though because it would depend on what the expectations are for internal hires/internal interviews.  I just honestly would have never thought that.

That was my line of reasoning.   With as busy as I have been there is the possibility that I'd be working all the way up to the 2:30 interview.  A jacket change is easy to pull off in a few minutes as I run up the stairs.  

Plus I don't think I fit in the skirt anymore.  I am pretty sure I wore legging and somehow got away with it when I interviewed at this job. I covered them with knee high black boots since it was winter.

[weltschmerz]

OWWW!    My neck!  I can barely turn my head.
It's from the behemoth knocking me down yesaterday. It's my own fault.

[giramomma]

Jul 10, 2023 12:58:23 GMT -5 MarionTh230 said:

Jul 10, 2023 12:41:38 GMT -5 Knee Deep in Water Chloe said:

I'm going to respectfully disagree with you. I'm saying this because I want you to get the job--not because I want to induce anxiety. 

I think you need to change out of the jeans. Running into the bathroom to switch into the jacket and pants/skirt really will make an impression--just as not changing will make an impression. Changing for the interview gives the impression that you are really interested in this job. That you're not taking this as a courtesy interview; that you're taking this application and their consideration seriously. 

I actually wouldn't have thought that.  But, honestly it is because when we interview for internal hires (because I've been on the interview panels), we have to schedule interviews during the interviewee's normal shift.  Which means, they will be leaving their current job duty and coming into the interview room.  We expect them to be dressed for their normal shift duties.  

You bring up an interesting point though because it would depend on what the expectations are for internal hires/internal interviews.  I just honestly would have never thought that.

I think it also just depends on culture. I'm surprised at how I'm not even seeing business casual at my interviews. Folks were driving and off camera for the second interview I had a few weeks ago.

I'm not suggesting that drama work in the yard for 4 hours and drive straight to her interview. And, I think it depends. I'd also be careful of any signals that people might get while she's in transit from her lab, to the bathroom to the interview room.

The last thing she needs is to be targeted because someone noticed the outfit change and put two and two together to figure out she applied for the job.

[giramomma]

Knock em dead, drama!!

[giramomma]

Jul 10, 2023 13:18:35 GMT -5 weltschmerz said:

OWWW!    My neck!  I can barely turn my head.
It's from the behemoth knocking me down yesaterday. It's my own fault.

I am sorry. Can you do ice/heat anything for it?

[NomoreDramaQ1015]

Jul 10, 2023 14:11:46 GMT -5 giramomma said:

Jul 10, 2023 12:58:23 GMT -5 MarionTh230 said:

I actually wouldn't have thought that.  But, honestly it is because when we interview for internal hires (because I've been on the interview panels), we have to schedule interviews during the interviewee's normal shift.  Which means, they will be leaving their current job duty and coming into the interview room.  We expect them to be dressed for their normal shift duties.  

You bring up an interesting point though because it would depend on what the expectations are for internal hires/internal interviews.  I just honestly would have never thought that.

I think it also just depends on culture. I'm surprised at how I'm not even seeing business casual at my interviews. Folks were driving and off camera for the second interview I had a few weeks ago.

I'm not suggesting that drama work in the yard for 4 hours and drive straight to her interview. And, I think it depends. I'd also be careful of any signals that people might get while she's in transit from her lab, to the bathroom to the interview room.

The last thing she needs is to be targeted because someone noticed the outfit change and put two and two together to figure out she applied for the job.

There is that too.  

Considering who I am interviewing with it's not a secret I applied from the upper ups.  I also had to notify my direct manager about it as a professional courtesy and she supports my mobility.

This job is actually part of our group as a whole.  I'd be moving one room over if I were to get it.  So it's not unknown to several people here I applied.

BUT I know for a fact there is someone else applying and has been pretty open that he expects to get it.   

As far as I am aware he doesn't know I applied because I don't advertise it.  Being seen in a suit isn't going to take much to put two and two together and make things potentially awkward for the lab.

A blazer and jeans is my normal day to day wear.  

If I am honest with myself I am fairly convinced he already has it in the bag and I am likely just a courtesy interview.   But there is nothing to be gained by not trying.  Plus if he gets it then his position opens up so there is still a chance for me to move upwards either way.   I'm only SOL if they hire externally.

[weltschmerz]

Wheee! It's a free show on the 20th, for the Nuits d'afrique festival.   I'm there! 

[swamp]

Jul 10, 2023 14:17:54 GMT -5 NomoreDramaQ1015 said:

Jul 10, 2023 14:11:46 GMT -5 giramomma said:

I think it also just depends on culture. I'm surprised at how I'm not even seeing business casual at my interviews. Folks were driving and off camera for the second interview I had a few weeks ago.

I'm not suggesting that drama work in the yard for 4 hours and drive straight to her interview. And, I think it depends. I'd also be careful of any signals that people might get while she's in transit from her lab, to the bathroom to the interview room.

The last thing she needs is to be targeted because someone noticed the outfit change and put two and two together to figure out she applied for the job.

There is that too.  

Considering who I am interviewing with it's not a secret I applied from the upper ups.  I also had to notify my direct manager about it as a professional courtesy and she supports my mobility.

This job is actually part of our group as a whole.  I'd be moving one room over if I were to get it.  So it's not unknown to several people here I applied.

BUT I know for a fact there is someone else applying and has been pretty open that he expects to get it.   

If I am honest with myself I am fairly certain he will and mine is just a courtesy interview.  I am trying not to let that cloud my head too much.

As far as I am aware he doesn't know I applied because I don't advertise it.  Being seen in a suit isn't going to take much to put two and two together and make things potentially awkward for the lab.

A blazer and jeans is my normal day to day wear.  I would just be wearing a more muted/formal blazer.   I've toned it down from my normal peacock level of style to reflect it's an interview but not changed it so much I am flashing to everyone I am leaving for an interview.   There really is no where I could change that I wouldn't be seen leaving/coming back.

I'm probably way over thinking it.  I know everyone I am interviewing with and doubt they care I wear jeans instead of slacks.  

Of course he expects to get it while you're surprised you got an interview.  

Don't undersell yourself. 

[TheOtherMe]

Jul 10, 2023 12:32:45 GMT -5 Cookies Galore said:

Jul 10, 2023 11:31:37 GMT -5 TheOtherMe said:

I have a friend who travels a lot internationally.  He buys disposable underwear and replaces the space in his suitcase with the few things he buys overseas.  He mostly takes pictures and mails friends post cards.  

His company rewarded him with 6 weeks of extra vacation this year for working there for 25 years.  He just spent a month traveling through Europe to lots of places he had never been before.

Ooh, I'll take an additional six weeks, please!

They had a ceremony for his 25 years and surprised him with it.  

He has hated his company for years.  He doesn't speak so poorly of them now.  

I had never heard of getting an extra 6 weeks of vacation for working somewhere 25 years.

[weltschmerz]

Someone accused me of being a racist because I don't like rap or hip hop.
"Honey, I've been listening to black music when you were still in diapers!"
Racist, indeed!

[NomoreDramaQ1015]

Jul 10, 2023 14:26:43 GMT -5 swamp said:

Jul 10, 2023 14:17:54 GMT -5 NomoreDramaQ1015 said:

There is that too.  

Considering who I am interviewing with it's not a secret I applied from the upper ups.  I also had to notify my direct manager about it as a professional courtesy and she supports my mobility.

This job is actually part of our group as a whole.  I'd be moving one room over if I were to get it.  So it's not unknown to several people here I applied.

BUT I know for a fact there is someone else applying and has been pretty open that he expects to get it.   

If I am honest with myself I am fairly certain he will and mine is just a courtesy interview.  I am trying not to let that cloud my head too much.

As far as I am aware he doesn't know I applied because I don't advertise it.  Being seen in a suit isn't going to take much to put two and two together and make things potentially awkward for the lab.

A blazer and jeans is my normal day to day wear.  I would just be wearing a more muted/formal blazer.   I've toned it down from my normal peacock level of style to reflect it's an interview but not changed it so much I am flashing to everyone I am leaving for an interview.   There really is no where I could change that I wouldn't be seen leaving/coming back.

I'm probably way over thinking it.  I know everyone I am interviewing with and doubt they care I wear jeans instead of slacks.  

Of course he expects to get it while you're surprised you got an interview.  

Don't undersell yourself. 

Well it makes sense because he's been helping since the other guy retired and I am here in a completely different unrelated position.  My resume says I can do the job but it's not like I have actually proved it.

He's already an associate.  I am just a technician.

Man imposter syndrome is a bitch. 

[minnesotapaintlady]

Jul 10, 2023 14:36:43 GMT -5 TheOtherMe said:

Jul 10, 2023 12:32:45 GMT -5 Cookies Galore said:

Ooh, I'll take an additional six weeks, please!

They had a ceremony for his 25 years and surprised him with it.  

He has hated his company for years.  He doesn't speak so poorly of them now.  

I had never heard of getting an extra 6 weeks of vacation for working somewhere 25 years.

Six weeks would be nice!  Here you get a week and a $2500 bonus.

Where my ex works they get a week but it includes a paid vacation to Disneyworld for their 25th.  I think they can take a cash out option instead, but he took his family on the trip. 

[Deleted]

I slept restlessly so kind of tired today.  Breakfast, shower, grocery store, garden center.  I have a Directors meeting tonight (hiss, boo).  Tomorrow I'm making myself get back to work on the book and finish it.


weltschmerz I'm sorry your neck hurts but I'm glad you don't have a concussion.  

[Deleted]

Someone in the community just asked a question about our community association's financial statements.  She asked why the annual budget and YTD budget figures are different.  Uh, yeah, like annual is 12 months and the June YTD budget is 6 months, so they definitely are different.  

[toomuchreality]

Jul 10, 2023 8:46:30 GMT -5 skeeter said:

Jul 9, 2023 16:20:49 GMT -5 soupandstew said:

countrygirl2   There's an old, old saying that "he who pays the fiddler, calls the tunes" and your family dynamic is a perfect example of that axiom.  You and your husband give your son an incredible amount of financial assistance, so of course you feel you should be a dominant voice in his life and relationships.  His wife does not bring home a cash income, so of course neither he nor you feel her wishes are relevant.  Your family dynamic is what I call "transactional", with input and control based on who pays for what.  Your "gifts" such as a greenhouse or a sewing machine come with major strings attached, a requirement that the recipient use the item as you wish them too.  That's not actually a gift, that's a bribe.  

When you write about your son and DIL's problems, it's such a sad echo of your and your husband's relationship.  Obviously that relationship impacted your son, and he is repeating his family history.  Perhaps your grandson will be the break-out generation that finds a better path.

Personally, I really hope you're right, but I have my doubts.  Even if he finds a better path in that particular area, he still is going to have some major problems socially.  Instead of spending his summer vacation stuck in a trailer most of the time with an elderly grandmother and a disabled aunt, he should be interacting with other children.  There were plans in place for him to play soccer this summer, but looks like they got scraped when grandma swooped in again.  Poor kid is going to have a rough life ahead, maybe not financially, but in lots of other areas.

I can't help but wonder if when he goes back to school in the fall whether or not his teacher has the kids write a short essay about how they spent the summer.  His would make a guidance counselor/social worker do a double take.

Hey, be nice to us old ladies, who watch our grands! 😉
😁

[chiver78]

Jul 10, 2023 14:43:28 GMT -5 NomoreDramaQ1015 said:

Jul 10, 2023 14:26:43 GMT -5 swamp said:

Of course he expects to get it while you're surprised you got an interview.  

Don't undersell yourself. 

Well it makes sense because he's been helping since the other guy retired and I am here in a completely different unrelated position.  My resume says I can do the job but it's not like I have actually proved it.

He's already an associate.  I am just a technician.

Man imposter syndrome is a bitch. 

it really is, and I'm so happy you actually applied for this. b/c I've had the same internal conversations and not applied for stuff. so, stuff your Impostor Syndrome in a pipe and nail this interview. you can, because you wouldn't have applied for it if you had any hesitation that you couldn't do the job. 

[lurkyloo]

Jul 10, 2023 14:43:28 GMT -5 NomoreDramaQ1015 said:

Jul 10, 2023 14:26:43 GMT -5 swamp said:

Of course he expects to get it while you're surprised you got an interview.  

Don't undersell yourself. 

Well it makes sense because he's been helping since the other guy retired and I am here in a completely different unrelated position.  My resume says I can do the job but it's not like I have actually proved it.

He's already an associate.  I am just a technician.

Man imposter syndrome is a bitch. 

…And if you were the associate and he were the technician, statistics say he’d still think he had it in the bag and you would still be fighting imposter syndrome, because gender imbalances suck.  You’re a damn good technician and have shown you’re ready for the next step.