Randoms/How is everyone?

[kicks]

How's everyone doing?

No complaints from me. Everything is going well.
I'm hanging out with 2 of my girlfriends this week from med school, it's been months since we've been able to coordinate our schedules so I'm looking forward to that.

Omg, one resident in particular is hell bent on me hanging out with them for happy hour or brunch. I was nice and did brunch and dinner and happy hour at the beginning of us starting to get to know the other interns. But now I'm over it. They know I do french, soccer and training at the gym, so I keep using those excuses.

But just now he was like what if I give you a date a month in advance, could you make a hang out? NO, I do not want to hang out with you white people especially after you said "well maybe he won't be so bad" after Cheeto was elected. I seriously might have to break it down one day if he doesn't stop asking me every damn week.

[thejackpot]

Hugs @246baje. Do you have any support nearby? Just to get a few hours to yourself.
kicks they must love hanging out with you! No subtle brush off is going to appease them. Too funny.

I am doing ok. It has been a long week! I am also at a bit of a crossroads with what I am doing with myself. I have been home from education for the past two years and I sway between needing to get back to being ok with being home. Well post Dump being elected I got really afraid for how our finances will hold up, will I have a job to go back to etc etc so I applied for two jobs. I got an email to interview with three schools next week. Now I am more confused than ever! I will def go on the interviews and hope I can figure it all out. Of course DH's limited input is he things ds2 is still too little and is so attached to me that I should probably stay out longer. He doesn't realize that being home with them is the hardest job ever and the hrs suck!

[bimbi284]

Hugs to @246baje, cubed, and thejackpot.

Glad things are going well for you, kicks! You're clearly awesome and they want you around!

I'm doing okay. Balancing the 2 jobs is relatively manageable, though I foresee it getting rocky for the next few months due to big events I've got going on, and a bunch of projects that got dropped on me in one of the jobs. I also got the letter from the state saying I am cleared to take the licensure exam which is good, but also terrifying because it means I have to study and take the thing, and idk when the studying can happen.

Also I'm a little crispy at some folks for not understanding some things about drug policy, and its got me distracted.

[andwhat]

Hugs @246baje, cubed, and thejackpot

Good luck with your licensing exam bimbi284. I am sure your job(s) are extra stressful now with this administration.

I will say I am meh. I really do not like my assignment and am bored out of my mind. I cannot deal with the favoritism and seeing people with much less time getting noticed while I have basically been given an assignment that removes me from everything.

My days off will be changing AGAIN. Right now I have Fridays off, but there have been contractors in my house for the past 3 or so Fridays. That means I haven't been able to get anything done or just have time to relax. It is really starting to fray my nerves. I just need some time off and to myself.

And I want to get more involved with things going on, but I don't know how or when or what.

I feel I am reaching brain overload.

[bimbi284]

Thanks cubed! I don't know yet. I just got the letter yesterday, and now I have to go onto this website and register (and pay a shit ton of $), but I'm being chicken and haven't done it yet. Once I register, the clock starts ticking down to test day and I don't feel mentally ready for that quite yet, lol.

[calle28]

Hugs to all that need them.

I'm having surgery on Tuesday to remove a large fibroid. I'm nervous about surgery, but ready to get back to having normal periods. Also the 4 weeks off work isn't too shabby either.

[insominac]

Feb 24, 2017 14:46:48 GMT -5 calle28 said:

Hugs to all that need them.

I'm having surgery on Tuesday to remove a large fibroid. I'm nervous about surgery, but ready to get back to having normal periods. Also the 4 weeks off work isn't too shabby either.

I'm scheduled to get a fibroid surgery in March as well. It's going to be laproscopic (sp?) so the recovery time won't be too bad, hopefully. I"m nervous about getting cut open though.  I've had other procedures, but they've been through (ahem) pre-existing body cavities. lol

[calle28]

Feb 24, 2017 16:11:38 GMT -5 insominac said:

Feb 24, 2017 14:46:48 GMT -5 calle28 said:

Hugs to all that need them.

I'm having surgery on Tuesday to remove a large fibroid. I'm nervous about surgery, but ready to get back to having normal periods. Also the 4 weeks off work isn't too shabby either.

I'm scheduled to get a fibroid surgery in March as well. It's going to be laproscopic (sp?) so the recovery time won't be too bad, hopefully. I"m nervous about getting cut open though.  I've had other procedures, but they've been through (ahem) pre-existing body cavities. lol

I'm hoping recovery isn't bad either! I'll keep you posted on mine.

[AJL]

Hugs to y'all going through some rough stuff right now.

Good luck to y'all having surgery. I hope it goes smoothly and recovery is easy!

I'm a week out from emergency appendectomy surgery. I feel fine but I still get tired more easily than I expected. I've been a giant lazy butt, binge watching television and generally being bored. I'm looking forward to getting cleared to workout again (I never in my life thought I'd be excited to exercise!)

DD had an altercation with a classmate today. She's in kindergarten and apparently punched a boy in her class. She said it was because he took her spot in line. It's not really in character for her (she's more of a yeller than a hitter), but when she told me who it was, I had the very uncharitable thought that he probably had it coming. He's been a real shit to her since the beginning of the year. It made for an interesting phone call from the principal.

This spring-in-February weather is really nice but I'm kind of nervous that it means come June, we're going to have highs around the 200s. lol!

[andwhat]

Aww happy birthday socratic. I hope you feel better soon

[divanerd]

Hope you all recover well and get the rest you need and deserve.

Work is insane but got a new assistant that's a gem. Looking forward to spring break.

Researching schools and neighborhoods since we plan to start home buying process. We may be stuck doing private forever, I'm so nervous with this stuff.

If you all plan an ATL gtg would love to meet you all.

[meshaliuknits]

Hugs to all y'all!

[childofhiphop]

Hugs and best wishes for good recovery for those with health issues.

Simpleton random (as seen on other boards): I just had a snickers for breakfast while lying in bed. It's a blissfully quiet morning with just me and the dog.

Bigger life ransoms:
DH sawed off a chunk of his finger last week. 8 hours in the ER and I'm changing dressings every day. He'll eventually get better and have a wicked scar but it means our already dragging renovations have come to a screeching halt. He balked when I suggested outsourcing some of the big jobs. I feel like he has no concept of just how many little projects are remaining and it's wearing on me.

He also had a major death in his family so we're off last minute to Philadelphia in two days. Yeah (TIC) for spending three days with the weirdest family I know.

Which adds to all of the work I've missed. I'm keeping up with my tasks. It is just nagging the back of my mind. Also on work, do I report the Bully to the Title IX Office for creating a hostile work environment? Would that ruin someone's life and livelihood? I'm conflicted but tired and weary from the added burden and stress of dealing with her unnecessary crap.

Then there's my house looks like crap - hard to clean with tools and materials everywhere. Living with my mother. And a whole bunch more of little irritants.

I just feel overwhelmed. I pray it will get better.

[andwhat]

Hugs childofhiphop that is so much to have to deal with. I hope things turn around soon.

[DesertMoon]

I'm in a bad place rn. I hope everyone else is doing ok. I'm glad you're getting so girlfriend time. That's always fun.

[raangoli]

I'm so sorry there are so many of us struggling. Hugs to you each.

I'm also in a fog. My father passed away last week. He had a long illness and fought hard to stay with us as long as he did. There are days when I still don't think it's real. Time will heal but for now it's just hard.

[childofhiphop]

Feb 26, 2017 14:23:52 GMT -5 andwhat said:

Hugs childofhiphop that is so much to have to deal with. I hope things turn around soon.

Thank you for your kind words! It means a lot to me.

I've been thinking about your work dilemma. I wish I had a good idea. I get the not networking thing. I'm the same. I feel I would come off as fake if I tried schmoozing with people who didn't invite me. I ended up leaving the environment that didn't have good mobility for my skills. I felt like it didn't fit for them or me. I'll keep thinking about it though.

[andwhat]

Hugs raangoli so sorry for your loss

[rootbeerfloat]

Feb 26, 2017 14:54:19 GMT -5 raangoli said:

I'm so sorry there are so many of us struggling. Hugs to you each.

I'm also in a fog. My father passed away last week. He had a long illness and fought hard to stay with us as long as he did. There are days when I still don't think it's real. Time will heal but for now it's just hard.

Sorry for your loss.

Hugs to everyone else who needs one.

[orangeblossom]

Hugs to everyone who needs them. @246baje thejackpot cubed andwhat bimbi284 childofhiphop

I am so sorry for your loss raangoli

School is almost done, hallelujah. I got offered a job last week, so I'm super excited about that.

[andwhat]

Congrats orangeblossom

[orangeblossom]

Feb 26, 2017 16:06:48 GMT -5 andwhat said:

Congrats orangeblossom

Thank you!

[raangoli]

Thank you all ❤

And congratulations @orangeblosom!

[malu]

Hugs for: @246baje , childofhiphop ,DesertMoon

cubed : good luck on your work project and to your DH for a better job.

bimbi284 :  good luck on your licensing exam

calle28 , & insominac ,: good thoughts to both of you for your surgeries.
 Hope the recovery goes well and you both are pain free soon. 


AJL : Hope you get the all clear to work out soon; good for your daughter for standing up for herself.

socratic : I hope you feel better and that you were still able to enjoy your birthday weekend.

raangoli : I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

orangeblossom : Congrats on the job offer!

If I missed anyone, I apologize. I send good thoughts to everyone who is going through difficult times right now, and I am truly happy for those who have great things happening to them.

For me, I'm truly struggling with dealing with the shooting in Kansas. I find myself more angry than sad and that's not me. I feel selfish trying to talk about it to anyone IRL because while I am angry, scared, etc., I know my feelings do not compare with a family who lost a son/husband. I obviously can't put it into words, but I appreciate just having the opportunity to write it out here (especially since I haven't been very active on this board).

[childofhiphop]

I love and appreciate all of the support from this board.

Thank you all so much for letting me vent!

[childofhiphop]

Feb 26, 2017 16:03:38 GMT -5 orangeblossom said:

Hugs to everyone who needs them. @246baje thejackpot cubed andwhat bimbi284 childofhiphop

I am so sorry for your loss raangoli

School is almost done, hallelujah. I got offered a job last week, so I'm super excited about that.

Congratulations! It's nice to hear some good news!

[andwhat]

Feb 26, 2017 18:15:09 GMT -5 @kirkette said:

Things are going well over hear.
I'm heavily into volunteering, which is keeping my spirits up. We're taking a family trip at the end of the week to go watch Spring Training. Lent is coming up, on Wednesday, so I'll likely cutback on social media until Easter.

I thought about doing my usual social media cutoff for Lent, but I am so bored at work I don't know if I could make it through the day. I have decided to read some self help books and try to become a better spouse and parent. I have 2 already and am adding to the list.

[NitaX]

I applied for a new position within my org and hoping to hear back that I got a new job!
I'm tired of my currently soul-sucking existence of working with people who know nothing.
I'm basically daydreaming of writing my resignation letter.
Pray Saints! I really, really, really need this gig to preserve my sanity.
It would be a lateral move, but it would certainly use my skill set and add to my resume.
The director was stoked when he heard I was interested in the position. I mean, his face lit up like a Christmas tree, and he gave me a firm handshake when we finished talking about the position. 

[sunshine608]

I am sorry for your loss raangoli.

Congrats orangeblossom.

Hugs to everyone going through a hard time and health issues.

I'm struggling but for different reasons. Found out I was pregnant last month and the past 3 weeks have just been pure hell with "morning" sickness. I felt like i was coming out the fog ( I'm 11.5 weeks) but then just literally lost my lunch. I've pretty much slept February away and I can tell my H and DS are feeling it. So is my house (its a mess). Hoping for a turnaround ehre soon. With DS it last right until about 14 weeks.

[andwhat]

Congrats sunshine608. Hope you feel better soon.