Damp January, Day 10

[HRH Queen Dick I, Orphan]

GBCN was created May 10, 2012. We have four months to plan a party. Or implode.

[TR]

Bring on the asteroid

[maudefindlay]

I'm in. We all love a good potluck. Who was the cat hair in the dip poster?

[fernweh]

Holy smokes, I can’t believe it’s been that long. I thought everyone would gradually migrate back to the other place and this place would be deserted long before now. Shows how much I know.

[candreco]

Seriously? Man I feel old now 😂

In the office for the first time in over three weeks thanks to the holidays and schools closing due to weather last week. There's almost no one here, except the extremely loud person in the next cubicle over. It took my computer TWO HOURS to actually be functional. So glad I'm here.

Our evenings are completely free this week. Thank god.

[ssmjlm]

I cannot believe it's been almost 10 years. No one has aged a day except for HRH Queen Dick I, Orphan.

[TR]

I'm assuming this is the randoms and mine is that I think I'm more annoyed with the people who respond to the trolls than the trolls themselves.

[lightbulbsun]

I can't believe it's been 10 years.

My phone broke yesterday and I'm freaking out that I'm going to lose my photos. I was also disconnected from everything last night and it was so weird. My work computer even has 2-step authentication to log in, so I needed IT to help me this morning. Now I at least have access to a computer and gmail.

Also we have a whole office meeting today and there's a moving truck and they're bringing in empty crates and boxes, and between that and having to go buy a new phone there is too much going on and I haven't actually done any work this morning.

[wildrice]

Jan 10, 2022 10:43:12 GMT -5 lightbulbsun said:

I can't believe it's been 10 years.

My phone broke yesterday and I'm freaking out that I'm going to lose my photos. I was also disconnected from everything last night and it was so weird. My work computer even has 2-step authentication to log in, so I needed IT to help me this morning. Now I at least have access to a computer and gmail.

Also we have a whole office meeting today and there's a moving truck and they're bringing in empty crates and boxes, and between that and having to go buy a new phone there is too much going on and I haven't actually done any work this morning.

I think most phones backup your photos automatically now! When mine was stolen a couple of years ago that was my biggest concern (well, other than paying for a new phone) but I didn't actually lose anything - it was all there when I logged into my google account. I think apple has something similar. I hope I am right!

[esdreturns]

10 years, wow!

I finally bought a bidet which I had been wanting for a while. I did not think it through and just bought one that is built into the toilet seat. It was a bit pricey, and I'm wishing I got something cheaper because I don't think I like it. We have a well and live in CT, and the water is COLD. I didn't think I would mind it, but yeah should have gone with one that has warm water. It doesn't seem to work as well as I was expecting although I'm guessing it's because I can only take the cold for about 10 seconds lol.

That's my TMI story for today.

[wildrice]

I was about 35 minutes late for new hire orientation this morning. I had it on my calendar for 9:30, but it actually started at 8:30. Technically I should have been logged into my computer and caught this, but of course I was running behind this morning and didn't get on until a few minutes after 9. Oops. Thankfully all I missed was intros and some information that my supervisor was presenting, so I'm sure I didn't miss anything I won't get later. But I also assume it didn't look that good. Technically I work from 8:30-5, but I usually don't get going until closer to 9 since I'm working from home and it doesn't usually matter. With a 9:30 start time, I thought I was going to have 30 minutes to do whatever until it started!

I've been at this job for 4 weeks already, so at least it wasn't my first impression.

[bex1973]

Kid has a snow day today due to ice on the back roads. So I'm working remote which I don't hate because I'm totally ok with not having to go out in the frigid temps. I did sort of chuckle at myself because when I texted my boss I asked permission versus just informing - I mean what was I going to do if she said no? She wouldn't have said no of course, she is very accommodating but I mean H was already gone to work and folks frown upon leaving a 9 year old home alone all day long LOL. I don't like that I'm stuck in the mindset of providing details of why I want to take time off, it's my time and I earned it and she honestly doesn't care. I'm just stuck. The odd part is I don't expect details from those who I supervise when they request time and I have told them that.

We're headed to Gatlinburg this coming weekend and I'm looking forward to it. We rented a house and some family will join us there. Looking forward to a change of scenery for a quick getaway.

[HRH Queen Dick I, Orphan]

Jan 10, 2022 10:37:41 GMT -5 TR said:

I'm assuming this is the randoms and mine is that I think I'm more annoyed with the people who respond to the trolls than the trolls themselves.

Not responding to them in the hope they will go away gives them the power. It's nonsense. We don't have to put up with it. I won't be pretty soon.

[yourmother]

Jan 10, 2022 10:55:57 GMT -5 HRH Queen Dick I, Orphan said:

Jan 10, 2022 10:37:41 GMT -5 TR said:

I'm assuming this is the randoms and mine is that I think I'm more annoyed with the people who respond to the trolls than the trolls themselves.

Not responding to them in the hope they will go away gives them the power. It's nonsense. We don't have to put up with it. I won't be pretty soon.

Can we check IP's or whatever?  Ele posts on our Autism Mom's Support threads and I want to support this person, but feel some sort of way if it is in fact Socks/Olive.

[icedcoffee]

I only found you bitches in 2013. I've got time to plan my anniversary party. Cream cheese dips and prosecco cocktails for everyone!

[TR]

Jan 10, 2022 10:55:57 GMT -5 HRH Queen Dick I, Orphan said:

Jan 10, 2022 10:37:41 GMT -5 TR said:

I'm assuming this is the randoms and mine is that I think I'm more annoyed with the people who respond to the trolls than the trolls themselves.

Not responding to them in the hope they will go away gives them the power. It's nonsense. We don't have to put up with it. I won't be pretty soon.

Oh see, I disagree. I think responding is what they want and what gives them power. By not responding, I'm not hoping they go away necessarily, I'm just not giving them any energy. I'm in favor of just banning them, but I know not everyone is.

[lightbulbsun]

Jan 10, 2022 10:49:52 GMT -5 wildrice said:

Jan 10, 2022 10:43:12 GMT -5 lightbulbsun said:

I can't believe it's been 10 years.

My phone broke yesterday and I'm freaking out that I'm going to lose my photos. I was also disconnected from everything last night and it was so weird. My work computer even has 2-step authentication to log in, so I needed IT to help me this morning. Now I at least have access to a computer and gmail.

Also we have a whole office meeting today and there's a moving truck and they're bringing in empty crates and boxes, and between that and having to go buy a new phone there is too much going on and I haven't actually done any work this morning.

I think most phones backup your photos automatically now! When mine was stolen a couple of years ago that was my biggest concern (well, other than paying for a new phone) but I didn't actually lose anything - it was all there when I logged into my google account. I think apple has something similar. I hope I am right!

Unfortunately it did not back up to Google. The phone is actually working, but the screen won't turn on. It's apparently a known thing with Samsung phones, called black screen of death. I ordered an HDMI cable to try and access things through my TV, so hopefully that works. 

It's so frustrating seeing the blinking notification light on my phone and not being able to turn on the screen.

[cville]

No one cares about your score on Wordle.

[VillainV]

Jan 10, 2022 10:50:34 GMT -5 esdreturns said:

10 years, wow!

I finally bought a bidet which I had been wanting for a while. I did not think it through and just bought one that is built into the toilet seat. It was a bit pricey, and I'm wishing I got something cheaper because I don't think I like it. We have a well and live in CT, and the water is COLD. I didn't think I would mind it, but yeah should have gone with one that has warm water. It doesn't seem to work as well as I was expecting although I'm guessing it's because I can only take the cold for about 10 seconds lol.

That's my TMI story for today.

In order to get warm water you have to run a hot water line from….somewhere. It’s usually the sink or the shower, and requires a hose running through your bathroom.

I didn’t think I’d like the cold water, but I’ve gotten used to it. Of course, I live in FL so our cold water probably isn’t as cold as yours….

[starburst604]

Us putting DD on the bus this morning for the first time in 2 weeks!

The house is also being cleaned today after having to cancel last week due to our Covid germs. After being home so much the last couple of weeks it REALLY needs it. It will feel so good to come home to that later!

[bex1973]

Jan 10, 2022 11:16:41 GMT -5 lightbulbsun said:

Jan 10, 2022 10:49:52 GMT -5 wildrice said:

I think most phones backup your photos automatically now! When mine was stolen a couple of years ago that was my biggest concern (well, other than paying for a new phone) but I didn't actually lose anything - it was all there when I logged into my google account. I think apple has something similar. I hope I am right!

Unfortunately it did not back up to Google. The phone is actually working, but the screen won't turn on. It's apparently a known thing with Samsung phones, called black screen of death. I ordered an HDMI cable to try and access things through my TV, so hopefully that works. 

It's so frustrating seeing the blinking notification light on my phone and not being able to turn on the screen.

That sucks

Not super helpful right now but if you have Amazon Prime you can automatically back up your photos to Amazon Photos. I like it because it pulls pictures from both my phone and H's phone to one place.

[raangoli]

Jan 10, 2022 11:16:41 GMT -5 lightbulbsun said:

Jan 10, 2022 10:49:52 GMT -5 wildrice said:

I think most phones backup your photos automatically now! When mine was stolen a couple of years ago that was my biggest concern (well, other than paying for a new phone) but I didn't actually lose anything - it was all there when I logged into my google account. I think apple has something similar. I hope I am right!

Unfortunately it did not back up to Google. The phone is actually working, but the screen won't turn on. It's apparently a known thing with Samsung phones, called black screen of death. I ordered an HDMI cable to try and access things through my TV, so hopefully that works. 

It's so frustrating seeing the blinking notification light on my phone and not being able to turn on the screen.

For your photos - can you connect it via USB to your laptop and access the files that way? 

[TR]

So the last time I made a smoothie, I was choking it down and figured I'd just gotten tired of them. So I didn't have one for a few days. I made one just now and nope. I'm pretty sure it's the frozen banana in the mix I use because I hate bananas, but I guess I thought I wouldn't notice them as much in a smoothie and I guess I didn't really the first couple of weeks. But now it's all I can taste and now I'm choking this one down because it's too expensive to throw out lol

[georgeharrison]

I took an "extreme energy" supplement and I just did an onboarding presentation and was talking so fast. I knew I was doing it, but I just couldn't seem to slow myself down.

Things are moving forward with our home sale. I really need things to just happen. I need to be done with this.

I scheduled my son's first college tour.

[lightbulbsun]

Jan 10, 2022 12:21:07 GMT -5 raangoli said:

Jan 10, 2022 11:16:41 GMT -5 lightbulbsun said:

Unfortunately it did not back up to Google. The phone is actually working, but the screen won't turn on. It's apparently a known thing with Samsung phones, called black screen of death. I ordered an HDMI cable to try and access things through my TV, so hopefully that works. 

It's so frustrating seeing the blinking notification light on my phone and not being able to turn on the screen.

For your photos - can you connect it via USB to your laptop and access the files that way? 

Nope, I need to approve the connection through my phone to give the computer access. 

[lightbulbsun]

Jan 10, 2022 12:17:49 GMT -5 bex1973 said:

Jan 10, 2022 11:16:41 GMT -5 lightbulbsun said:

Unfortunately it did not back up to Google. The phone is actually working, but the screen won't turn on. It's apparently a known thing with Samsung phones, called black screen of death. I ordered an HDMI cable to try and access things through my TV, so hopefully that works. 

It's so frustrating seeing the blinking notification light on my phone and not being able to turn on the screen.

That sucks

Not super helpful right now but if you have Amazon Prime you can automatically back up your photos to Amazon Photos. I like it because it pulls pictures from both my phone and H's phone to one place.

Ugh, I just tried and I need to see my screen to connect my phone for file transfer

[followyourarrow]

You know how file folders have left, middle, and right tabs? Someone took all the left tab files! All we have now are middle and right tab files. This isn't ok! I'm probably more aghast and angry about this than I should be, but WTF.

[cville]

Jan 10, 2022 13:03:24 GMT -5 followyourarrow said:

You know how file folders have left, middle, and right tabs? Someone took all the left tab files! All we have now are middle and right tab files. This isn't ok! I'm probably more aghast and angry about this than I should be, but WTF.

I would rage.

You can take the left ones, fold them the other way and Walla, right tab folders.

[tacokick]

Jan 10, 2022 13:03:24 GMT -5 followyourarrow said:

You know how file folders have left, middle, and right tabs? Someone took all the left tab files! All we have now are middle and right tab files. This isn't ok! I'm probably more aghast and angry about this than I should be, but WTF.

Maybe it was the guy they cheated out of his bonus getting revenge?

[ProfessorArtNerd]

Jan 10, 2022 13:30:13 GMT -5 tacokick said:

Jan 10, 2022 13:03:24 GMT -5 followyourarrow said:

You know how file folders have left, middle, and right tabs? Someone took all the left tab files! All we have now are middle and right tab files. This isn't ok! I'm probably more aghast and angry about this than I should be, but WTF.

Maybe it was the guy they cheated out of his bonus getting revenge?

This is the only reasonable and acceptable answer