People who have poor public restroom etiquette are so annoying. Every other stall in the restroom was empty but chose the stall right next to the one I was in. AND was having a phone conversation while using said stall. It's called social graces - get some!
Vent over.
To add to this - young people use the handicapped stall so they can go in groups to pee.
I can only use the handicap stall now because I'm on a knee scooter. If I try to use a normal stall and just park the thing outside the stall, people complain its in the way. So I get to stand there and wait, which then confuses other people because they think there is a line for the regular stalls.
Today starts a new class for my MBA. Only 7 more classes to go, including this one, I can see the end in sight.
I appreciate the support yesterday. FI and I talked more last night. We're looking at rearranging the house a little to make sure everyone has the space they need and implementing quiet hours/zones. He is making a very complete cleaning list and we'll give it a couple of week, with clear expectations.
Congrats on being so close to the finish line.
I start 2 of my last 5 classes on February 1st. Today the class syllabus were sent over and I'm slightly panicking over the amount of papers that are going to be required. I'm a math/science based person, I HATE writing "what do think..." papers.
People who have poor public restroom etiquette are so annoying. Every other stall in the restroom was empty but chose the stall right next to the one I was in. AND was having a phone conversation while using said stall. It's called social graces - get some!
Vent over.
To add to this - young people use the handicapped stall so they can go in groups to pee.
I can only use the handicap stall now because I'm on a knee scooter. If I try to use a normal stall and just park the thing outside the stall, people complain its in the way. So I get to stand there and wait, which then confuses other people because they think there is a line for the regular stalls.
Agreed. One should never use the handicap stall if there are other options!
janegold . We replaced our dishwasher last month and the fee to install it was the same cost as the dishwasher itself. Similar to your estimate. I priced out the store (Yale) and independent plumbers and it was basically the same cost.
We also replaced our oven. The cost for that was also insane because it’s gas. Nevermind the headache of coordinating the pre- install assessment of our kitchen, then the delivery, then the removal of the old and install of the new.
We “need” to renovate the whole kitchen but don’t want to tackle that big of a project right now. The dishwasher and oven seemed annoying enough!
Same, girl. We've started drawing up plans but it's such a big pill to swallow. Plus, we'll almost definitely have to take out a home equity loan and I am really hoping rates come down.
Glad to hear the install cost wasn't totally out of line with what you paid though.
Post by litskispeciality on Jan 11, 2024 8:59:26 GMT -5
There is NO reason to ever ask who's in the bathroom unless maaaaybe you were expecting a friend to go around the same time...but even then wait and talk when you're washing your hands. Ugh this is making my stomach sick. Also never use the handicap stall if you're physically able to use a smaller one. Park a little further away too to save spots for folks who might not have a tag or plate, but have mobility issues. Signed it would make trips with my dad a lot easier. (I park far away when I don't have my dad.)
Congratulations followyourarrow, on getting so far. It's so nice to see the light. I hope your overseas class is starting to make a plan so you have something to look forward too. spindle92 hunger games salute to you, lol. I think you take accelerated classes so that only makes your upcoming work even harder. I used to like papers over tests and things, but now I'm like just give me whatever's the least amount of work.
I have a new employee who is great at her job, but she has a habit of getting distracted by her Apple watch and it drives me nuts. I'll be teaching her something and her eyes will flick to her watch, and she's clearly received a text or email. She does it during meetings as well, it's not subtle. She'll even do it when she's the one talking. I honestly don't even think she realizes she's doing it. I've started asking her if she's waiting for urgent information (because who knows, maybe she is) and that seemed to clue her in. I'm hoping I don't need to have a more official convo with her.
It's honestly the one reason why I don't want a smart watch, because I know I'd be tempted to do the same thing.
This is weird to me. So she's glancing at her watch? Does she start poking around and typing on it? Or just a quick look away and then look back? I guess I can see how one might feel like they aren't receiving "undivided attention", but it doesn't strike me as much different than looking at a clock during a meeting. Also, is it possible she's understanding what you're teaching and is ready to move to the next concept, or that she's absorbed the information already? I dunno - it would be really crazy to me if someone reprimanded me for glancing.
She does it during teaching moments she's initiated herself, casual conversations, even when she's the one talking. Other people have noticed it so I can assume it's not that she finds me boring. It's frequent and like I said, it's not subtle. She's not checking the time, there are clearly emails or texts that come through. I would be annoyed if my husband or friends did it as well, it's distracting and interrupts the flow of conversation. I have no intention of reprimanding her, but I also don't consider it appropriate or necessary to be constantly doing it during professional interactions and if I was guilty of it I'd want someone to let me know.
Post by litskispeciality on Jan 11, 2024 10:16:00 GMT -5
Call me a Boomer, but people checking their watches, esp when they physically lift the wrist to see the message closer, drives me nuts. I'll give all kinds of grace if you say "I need to check this message", or a heads up that you may have to take a call, etc., but just to check the watch over and over is so distracting. It's further distracting when someone has a picture on said watch, now I want to see what the picture is, and I've lost my concentration.
ETA: My toxic, gaslighting ex boss used to do that a lot in 1:1's or when you could finally get their attention in your busy cube space. They'd get off track and you'd lose much needed time. Often it was "Oh husband's making x for dinner tonight, lol"...that wasn't worth interrupting our conversation.
I get 4+ personal calls a day about family members so I absolutely understand the need to check when you have a notification, just find a balance to keep others on track please.
Signed, I don't wear a watch at all, but if I get one it won't be smart.
This is weird to me. So she's glancing at her watch? Does she start poking around and typing on it? Or just a quick look away and then look back? I guess I can see how one might feel like they aren't receiving "undivided attention", but it doesn't strike me as much different than looking at a clock during a meeting. Also, is it possible she's understanding what you're teaching and is ready to move to the next concept, or that she's absorbed the information already? I dunno - it would be really crazy to me if someone reprimanded me for glancing.
She does it during teaching moments she's initiated herself, casual conversations, even when she's the one talking. Other people have noticed it so I can assume it's not that she finds me boring. It's frequent and like I said, it's not subtle. She's not checking the time, there are clearly emails or texts that come through. I would be annoyed if my husband or friends did it as well, it's distracting and interrupts the flow of conversation. I have no intention of reprimanding her, but I also don't consider it appropriate or necessary to be constantly doing it during professional interactions and if I was guilty of it I'd want someone to let me know.
That's incredibly rude and if other people have noticed it enough to be talking about it, it is probably over the top. I would say something to her, especially if she is a younger employee (so may not know better). She may not be aware that she's doing it so much and it may hurt her professionally if people find it distracting and unprofessional.
People who can't wait to read texts drive me nuts. It seems really disrespectful to make the person you are *in person with* wait while you prioritize a person who is talking to you electronically (unless it is an actual emergency).