Thursday Randoms!

[abcdefu]

Good morning!

I went to bed at 8:30 last night and fell right to sleep. I am so stressed at work. I have so much work to do that I should have went in early this morning, but here I sit on the couch drinking coffee. I have 6 hours of comp time just from this Tuesday and Wednesday alone.   It definitely doesn't feel like a short week, that's for sure!

Yesterday I translated (English to Spanish) for my boss on a conference call with a potential client. I was so impressed with myself because it has been a while and I was a little bit rusty. The good news is my boss didn't know my Spanish was a little rusty! hahaha!


The weather has been so cold and snowy here, which means my worst enemy: ICE. Trust me, if there is an ice patch, you bet I will find it. I really can't wait until I can move somewhere warm!

[glitzyglow]

I'm waiting on my coworkers as they are all running late. We're supposed to have a meeting once they are here. The roads I take were surprisingly clear, so I even had time to pick up coffee! Although tomorrow we're under a winter storm warning, so I bet my boss will tell me to work from home.

I am going to try the treadmill tonight. Fingers crossed! I can't wait.

[1confused1]

I slept so bad, but my fitbit told me I slept over 7 hours. I'm not sure I believe that.

[jojoandleo]

It is drizzly here, but above freezing, but everyone drove like there was ice on the road. Which caused a shit ton of wrecks. Because Oklahomans can't drive on ice (I can't either, as a Texan, which is why I stay home). This means they drive below the speed limit on highways causing other people to slam on their brakes which causes hydroplaning. Like, you want to go 45 in a 65 on the highway? Fine, get in the fucking right lane and stay there. Get out of my way!

[bg]

I found out more terrible things about my stbxh last night. I'm trying to harness the anger from it to help me move forward, but in a way as more things come to light I'm becoming less and less surprised.

Today I'm going to be grateful for not having to deal with all of the winter weather a lot of the rest of you are dealing with -- I'll take the overcastness that is the weather today over ice and snow! I'll send warm thoughts to everyone!

[housewife]

stbxh threw a hail mary last night and honestly, I am proud of myself for how I handled it. It ended up being a pretty good talk in the end.

In other news, I need to get my ass to the grocery store so I can be snowed in all weekend! I feel like I am either going to have so much fun with the kids or they are going to drive me insane by the time I go back to work Tuesday.

[jojoandleo]

Jan 21, 2016 11:06:16 GMT -5 bg said:

I found out more terrible things about my stbxh last night. I'm trying to harness the anger from it to help me move forward, but in a way as more things come to light I'm becoming less and less surprised.

This was how it was with XFI.   It was YEARS after we split when this guy was all, "Didn't you date John*?" And I was all, "He went by his middle name, Adam*." Dude: "That's so funny, before he met you, he was John and only fucked men." And rather than being shocked and horrified, I was all, "Sounds about right..." 

*not his real names.

[Deleted]

I'm feeling super upset about my current weight. I was doing okay with getting back on track but this Paco stuff threw me for a loop. I'm going on a cruise in Nov. My goal is to be in the best shape of my life. When I went to florida in May I was pretty depressed by how awful I felt about myself.

Also adding to the shitstorm, the former flame (we've date twice for two months about two years ago. And ended up breaking up over dumb stuff. We both agreed it was because we jumped in way too fast) has dropped off the face of the planet. We had the most incredible date two weekends ago. He was so attentive, so very into me and it was just an amazing night of conversation and stuff;) We were suppose to get together last weekend, at his request. He had a whole plan about us cooking a pork roast (it sounds lame but cooking togther has always been our thing. We pick something that takes a few hours and just talk and cook and drink wine in the kitchen) and he suddenly came down with "food poisioning" after I reached out to see if we were still on. That was Friday. Still haven't heard a single word from him. Yes I realize he could be "busy" or still "sick" but I used to hear from him almost every day, and really it's a text. I felt like I had been doing the majority of reaching out so I decided to take a step back and well clearly something is up.

I realize the why doesn't matter and I'm letting it go and will see if he reaches out. I'm just so confused. He was the one who chased after me off and on for two years. He was the one who said he really wanted this to work and was all in.

Anyways just adding to the shittiest week ever.

[sweetchix]

I'm at immediate care. I was carrying a file box at work and misstepped and twisted my left ankle. Again. I *think* I'm ok, but I wanted to get it checked out just in case. Especially since it's my problem ankle. I've broken it once before and sprained it pretty badly about a year and a half ago.

ETA: it is just a sprain.

[jigsy]

I am super tired because for no reason at all, I woke up at 3AM and could not fall back asleep. I am usually a great sleeper, so when I don't get my usual amount, I am thrown for a loop.

[TR]

I filed my taxes and I'm expecting a good refund so that's exciting!

I got stupid jealous over something RIDICULOUS today so I'm trying to talk myself down, lol. I hate being so emotional sometimes.

[bg]

Jan 21, 2016 11:41:27 GMT -5 jojoandleo said:

Jan 21, 2016 11:06:16 GMT -5 bg said:

I found out more terrible things about my stbxh last night. I'm trying to harness the anger from it to help me move forward, but in a way as more things come to light I'm becoming less and less surprised.

This was how it was with XFI.   It was YEARS after we split when this guy was all, "Didn't you date John*?" And I was all, "He went by his middle name, Adam*." Dude: "That's so funny, before he met you, he was John and only fucked men." And rather than being shocked and horrified, I was all, "Sounds about right..." 

*not his real names.

Yep, sounds about right. :-P

I can't wait to get out of his toxic web!!! But dealing with all of the deception and lying is the worst.

[TR]

Jan 21, 2016 15:58:16 GMT -5 mp said:

Jan 21, 2016 13:04:07 GMT -5 TR said:

I filed my taxes and I'm expecting a good refund so that's exciting!

I got stupid jealous over something RIDICULOUS today so I'm trying to talk myself down, lol. I hate being so emotional sometimes.

 I am anticipating a nice refund, but am waiting for my other employer to post my W2. C'mon guys, I want $$!

Fingers crossed you get it soon! I just found out my state is delaying refunds until Mar 1 to "avoid fraud". Horseshit. But I'm anxious to pay off my CC so I think I'll just use money from savings to do that since I know I can pay myself back with the refund.

[jojoandleo]

Jan 21, 2016 16:00:28 GMT -5 TR said:

Jan 21, 2016 15:58:16 GMT -5 mp said:

 I am anticipating a nice refund, but am waiting for my other employer to post my W2. C'mon guys, I want $$!

Fingers crossed you get it soon! I just found out my state is delaying refunds until Mar 1 to "avoid fraud". Horseshit. But I'm anxious to pay off my CC so I think I'll just use money from savings to do that since I know I can pay myself back with the refund.

My state is bankrupt.  Nobody is getting shit back.  We are closing schools and firing teachers when our schools are ALREADY short staffed.  Thanks, Fallin.

[jigsy]

I am done with today. I feel overwhelmed with work, and I don't feel good, which is making it harder to figure out what the hell I need to do.

I have a headache, I had some pain relievers to take, but I had a cough drop in my mouth...then when cough drop was gone, I turned to the pills and they were gone as well. I cannot remember if I pushed the cough drop to the side and took the pills, or what happened to them. I still have a headache. I can't find the pills. I feel like I am going a little crazy.

[TR]

Jan 21, 2016 17:14:11 GMT -5 jojoandleo said:

Jan 21, 2016 16:00:28 GMT -5 TR said:

Fingers crossed you get it soon! I just found out my state is delaying refunds until Mar 1 to "avoid fraud". Horseshit. But I'm anxious to pay off my CC so I think I'll just use money from savings to do that since I know I can pay myself back with the refund.

My state is bankrupt.  Nobody is getting shit back.  We are closing schools and firing teachers when our schools are ALREADY short staffed.  Thanks, Fallin.

How is that even legal?!

[jojoandleo]

Jan 21, 2016 17:19:17 GMT -5 jigsy said:

I have a headache, I had some pain relievers to take, but I had a cough drop in my mouth...then when cough drop was gone, I turned to the pills and they were gone as well. I cannot remember if I pushed the cough drop to the side and took the pills, or what happened to them. I still have a headache. I can't find the pills. I feel like I am going a little crazy.

Story of my life.  I am 99% sure I am surrounded by some type of time paradox because things I JUST had will go missing to never be seen again.

[jojoandleo]

Jan 21, 2016 18:07:38 GMT -5 TR said:

Jan 21, 2016 17:14:11 GMT -5 jojoandleo said:

My state is bankrupt.  Nobody is getting shit back.  We are closing schools and firing teachers when our schools are ALREADY short staffed.  Thanks, Fallin.

How is that even legal?!

Oh, I don't KNOW that. I am making assumptions. But my state is bankrupt. Oklahoma is Oil and Gas and Oil and Gas is going, going, gone.  AND my state wasted tax payer money fighting to have the 10 commandments at the capitol and fighting Colorado legalizing marijuana.  A part of me wants to flee this state, but a bigger part of me doesn't want to take another bar exam.

[Eureka1984]

I am hating my android
phone. It's been a few weeks and so far I can't text. I have tried another keyboard and I've even taken off the Otterbox and I'm still having trouble. I cannot type. Does anyone have any suggestions

[bl]

Had a great time at the concert last night, but then was woke up by GUN SHOTS at 4:40 in the morning. I looked outside didn't see any bodies or commotion, called 911 to report, they said cops were on their way and I was ready to go back to sleep. My friend staying with me took her dogs out and then talked to some neighbors who I guess were congregated downstairs. I got minimal sleep.

Today was a clusterfuck at work and tomorrow will likely be worse, but yay for the weekend.

I did manage to file my taxes while on conference calls today. I am not getting much back, but I also claimed exempt on my two large bonuses this year, so I will call it a win.

[pandora]

Jan 21, 2016 19:01:09 GMT -5 bl said:

Had a great time at the concert last night, but then was woke up by GUN SHOTS at 4:40 in the morning. I looked outside didn't see any bodies or commotion, called 911 to report, they said cops were on their way and I was ready to go back to sleep. My friend staying with me took her dogs out and then talked to some neighbors who I guess were congregated downstairs. I got minimal sleep.

Today was a clusterfuck at work and tomorrow will likely be worse, but yay for the weekend.

I did manage to file my taxes while on conference calls today. I am not getting much back, but I also claimed exempt on my two large bonuses this year, so I will call it a win.

Did you find anything out? What happened? That is freaking scary!!

[pandora]

I've been giving my cat eye drops from my recent eye infection while.waiting to get her into the vet. She clearly had all the symptoms all the way down to the puss oozing and the red eye (she has light blue eyes so it was obviously very red) and she is soooo much better! I may cancel her appointment tomorrow if it's as cleared up still. Vet bills have been out of control and she's healthy but I'm nervous to not bring her in since it's her eye so we'll see.

[pandora]

I haven't even touched my taxes or financials, all of which are usually done by now. My laptop croaked. :/

[dreamcrisp1]

I am so over my sisters wedding (she's a huge bridezilla) and planning her bridal shower with my cousins. I've totally completely stepped back and I am pretty much ignoring them. They're soooo annoying. No one cares this much about bridal showers, do they?! I certainly do not.

[sweetchix]

Jan 21, 2016 15:58:16 GMT -5 mp said:

Jan 21, 2016 13:04:07 GMT -5 TR said:

I filed my taxes and I'm expecting a good refund so that's exciting!

I got stupid jealous over something RIDICULOUS today so I'm trying to talk myself down, lol. I hate being so emotional sometimes.

 I am anticipating a nice refund, but am waiting for my other employer to post my W2. C'mon guys, I want $$!

Same here. I'm hoping I'll get my W2 sometime next week. I want to get my refund!!!

[bl]

pandora nope! I looked up on all the local news site and googled my apartment name plus shooting and couldn't find anything. The complex is very secure and I have never felt unsafe plus I live right next to the gate, so I am hoping (and convincing myself so I feel better) that it was outside the gate.

[pandora]

Jan 21, 2016 20:19:26 GMT -5 bl said:

pandora nope! I looked up on all the local news site and googled my apartment name plus shooting and couldn't find anything. The complex is very secure and I have never felt unsafe plus I live right next to the gate, so I am hoping (and convincing myself so I feel better) that it was outside the gate.

I'm glad that you are safe! I'd be calling the police to ask about it, lol. They usually can give you high level information as it's important for you to know what's happening around you.

[Deleted]

Glad tomorrow is finally Friday.  I had a dentist appointment after work and I told them about my relocation plans. I used to work there when I was in high school so I'm friendly with them I know them nearly 20 years. They are happy and sad and want to plan a drunk night out before I leave.  I welcome that, but all of these "goodbyes" have me going down memory lane and feeling nostalgic, emotional and sentimental.  You guys are probably tired of hearing about my relocation plans, but i need to put it somewhere.  I know many of you have done it and can relate.  

[pandora]

Jan 21, 2016 21:06:44 GMT -5 @blueyes623 said:

Glad tomorrow is finally Friday.  I had a dentist appointment after work and I told them about my relocation plans. I used to work there when I was in high school so I'm friendly with them I know them nearly 20 years. They are happy and sad and want to plan a drunk night out before I leave.  I welcome that, but all of these "goodbyes" have me going down memory lane and feeling nostalgic, emotional and sentimental.  You guys are probably tired of hearing about my relocation plans, but i need to put it somewhere.  I know many of you have done it and can relate.  

It ends up being a lot of fun to visit everyone later. Sounds like you can stay at your mom's possibly while she's away? Either that or friends will spoil you when you come back!

[Deleted]

Jan 21, 2016 22:57:25 GMT -5 pandora said:

Jan 21, 2016 21:06:44 GMT -5 @blueyes623 said:

Glad tomorrow is finally Friday.  I had a dentist appointment after work and I told them about my relocation plans. I used to work there when I was in high school so I'm friendly with them I know them nearly 20 years. They are happy and sad and want to plan a drunk night out before I leave.  I welcome that, but all of these "goodbyes" have me going down memory lane and feeling nostalgic, emotional and sentimental.  You guys are probably tired of hearing about my relocation plans, but i need to put it somewhere.  I know many of you have done it and can relate.  

It ends up being a lot of fun to visit everyone later. Sounds like you can stay at your mom's possibly while she's away? Either that or friends will spoil you when you come back!

Well, my mom does plan to sell her house here in the next year or so. She still needs to clean it out and do some minor cosmetic work.