What's a cool, professional font that I could use? Is Times New Roman outdated, or classic?
I'm going to a bachelorette party this weekend, 12 women, and one is already being a pain in the butt, trying to change all the plans that the bride's sister has made for us.
Post by W.T.Faulkner on Apr 24, 2019 7:29:58 GMT -5
We're having a Dachau survivor and the GI who liberated him come to speak to our kids today. I can't believe we are so fortunate. I'm trying to stress to my kids that they'll be among the last to have this opportunity. These guys are in their mid-90's and are still giving their time to students!
What's a cool, professional font that I could use? Is Times New Roman outdated, or classic?
Maybe Cambria? I see it fairly often even in government stuff, it seems like kind of a more modern Times New Roman to me. Times New Roman (or Courier if it's a formal memo) is definitely still the default here though.
Two mom friends were talking about their current workout routines at a school thing last night, and now I feel like a lazy lump. One is a SAHM with both kids in school so I know she works it in during school hours, but the other has a similar schedule/family dynamic as me. I'm pretty sure she's up at 4:45 to work out most days, and I just don't have that kind of commitment in me right now.
spearmintleaf - there's nothing wrong with getting help! That sounds like a traumatic experience, and I think most people would be impacted for life.
Yesterday reminded me why I love my job. I came across a new module/function within our ERP that would move along/solve 3 of our process improvement items. Instead of turning the info over to my boss (and possibly having it stall as she gets busy), I was given the green light to do all researching/pricing/testing, and to pitch it. I just got back pricing info, and it's way less than I expected. Implementation shouldn't be too terribly difficult either, and it's going to save us a boatload of time on manual processes! I'm so used to working in big companies where you don't get much of a say/can't always pull in new software to solve problems. I'm really enjoying the autonomy and project work I've been able to get in to the past 2 weeks.
I've been really trying to get 10,000 steps a day. I haven't quite figured out how to get to the gym, but am at least trying to walk several days per week. I made 10K yesterday and Monday, but today is my wah day so I'm already 3200 steps in the hole (when I commute, I have a several block walk from the parking garage to my office), so I need to figure out how I can get an extra 20 or so minutes of walking in to make up for that. Luckily we have no sports or anything tonight.
Tomorrow is Bring Your Child to Work Day and I was on the planning committee for my office. Last years events kind of sucked and a lot of the kids and parents complained. We have something like 120 kids signed up and I think we have a pretty good day planned so I'm excited. The day will end with a visit from the Camden Aquarium then a carnival with a clown doing balloon animals and lots of yummy snacks like cotton candy, soft pretzels, and popcorn. I really hope that the kids enjoy it because we really put a lot of work in to this years event.
spearmintleaf, I think considering what you've been through it's not unusual. It sucks thinking you 'need' it but if it helps and changes your quality of life its definitely worth it.
I'm on Wellbutrin and Cymbalta and I feel like I'm never going to get off of Cymbalta. That shit is so hard to wean off of.
When I don’t sleep for a long time and then I am finally able to sleep again, I get very superstitious about the conditions in which I first was able to sleep again. I have to do the same things, get in bed at the same time, use the same pillow, etc. I’m nervous to drink herbal tea because I didn’t drink it the night I finally slept! I realize this is crazy, but also I’m sleeping, so I don’t care lol.
@sameoldstory, those parents are never going to be able to complain about work again because their kids will be all "quit your bitching, you have a carnival at work!!" LOL Sounds fun though!
I talked to my best friend that I grew up with the other day. She lives far away and we had fallen out of touch. It was so good to talk to her and I had forgotten how much I miss her. We grew up right down the street from each other and we were besties from K-12.
We lead very different lives now (she's a state champion weight lifter and I am struggling with RA) but it really helped to talk to her. If I can swing the $ I would love to go out and visit her.
I ran 2k in a row at lunch I went from 1+1+1 to 1.5+1.5 to 2+1 over the last 3 times I went to the gym. I know it's not much but I'm 41, only started running a couple of years ago then stopped while pregnant etc. so I'm really happy with it.
My trainer was there with another client and looked quite happy when he sneaked a peek at the treadmill.
I am in a mood. I had trouble sleeping last night feeling anxious about all these changes. I had my intake yesterday, so maybe that adds to it. I can't seem to really get below 150, which also has me depressed and not happy.
Supposed to go to Orange Theory this morning, but I have no desire. i am just feeling angry and sad. I was even a little hard on C being so timid in her skating practices. I am such an asshole.
cleo29 , take it easy on yourself. You have a LOT going on. Can you do something for yourself today? Something to relax for a few hours?
Not sure. I need to go get paint samples to repaint some of the bedrooms. There is a new Barnes And Noble that opened. I might just hang there for a bit.
When I don’t sleep for a long time and then I am finally able to sleep again, I get very superstitious about the conditions in which I first was able to sleep again. I have to do the same things, get in bed at the same time, use the same pillow, etc. I’m nervous to drink herbal tea because I didn’t drink it the night I finally slept! I realize this is crazy, but also I’m sleeping, so I don’t care lol.
I would totally do the same.
I feel so much better on meds, I don't even care if I have to take them the rest of my life. I'm so much more productive, at work and at home, I'm never short tempered, I'm nicer to h, and just generally feel more positive.
spearmintleaf- You work in the mental health field, I believe? Have you done any trauma specific therapy? I honestly didn't start to work towards feeling normal until I did. (Not my H but my dearest friend.) Once I completed the trauma therapy my brain started to feel like it became more balanced, if that makes sense.
cleo29- You are not an asshole. You're going through a shitty time right now and you are human. Be kind to yourself and apologize to C. I think when parents talk about their feelings and apologize if needed that can really help kids when there are tough times.
I'm on a conference call right now for work and I noticed that one of the managers was starting to get heated. He ended his time on the call with "I don't care what you do, I hate this fucking job" and then hung up. He was probably the most senior person on the call, so that was awkward to say the least, we definitely don't talk like that on calls normally. He must be having a REALLY bad day.
Post by litskispeciality on Apr 24, 2019 9:55:16 GMT -5
Bernadine that's super frustrating. SNL needs to do a skit on group plans. So frustrating that it seems to be a theme on here, one person busts hump to make plans, then some a-hat has to change everything because they don't feel like it. Then you plan it!
Spearmint (((HUGS))) that's a lot and I'm glad that you can talk to someone.
I finally charged my fitbit but haven't been wearing it at my desk as it adds steps when I type. I really need a new one, maybe an off brand. At least I've already left the building today and it's nice out so hopefully I'll go for a long walk tonight. I bought a scale and weighed myself last night. I was down 4 pounds from the day before so hopefully some of it was water weight. Def gotta watch myself and the total weight was higher than last month. My ankles and feet are less swelled today but not 100%. I'll have to be careful not to take NSAID's during my period anymore, that probably contributed to a lot of swelling.
Finally, I hate how much I use social media. I'm finding out too much sad news that way. One friend is suddenly a SAHM (when she's been proud I'm super mom I work and raise kids and I'm better than you 800 times a week) per her posts. She must have been let go because she's a SAHM until she can get work. Then my other friend keeps asking for prayers. I told her to call/email with anything as I'm not far and want to help. First we pm'd but then she disclosed after many "I hope everything's ok" posts that her mom is dying. I just hate that this is how you find out, but I guess don't put it out there, even asking for prayers? I'm a little heart broken. We were good friends as kids and her mom is so awesome. I hate that so many of my friends are under 40 and have lost at least one parent, it seems way too young.
ETA: I have no problems with SAHM, it just seemed weird to all of the sudden start complaining how she's losing her mind as a SAHM after 2 weeks when she was steadliy employed. When I was laid off I tried to keep that as quiet as I could. Everyone deals in a different way.
Post by lovelyshoes on Apr 24, 2019 10:02:17 GMT -5
cleo29 you are an an asshole. You have a ton going on, maybe the gym will be a good way to burn off some of that negative energy. It always makes me feel better even if I don’t want to go. Hope your day improves.
Post by yourmother on Apr 24, 2019 10:32:56 GMT -5
I notified my extended family and my in-laws (via mass bcc: email) about my son's recent ASD diagnosis. I was surprised at the responses. I got a response via email/text/phone calls from every single one of my family and only 2 email responses from my inlaws. My DH is upset about the lack of feedback or responses from his family. I'm so thrilled about my family's reaction. One uncle even went so far as to do a little googling to learn a little more before calling me.
I feel like a bit weight has been lifted off my shoulders. There will be no more elephant in the room when my kid has behavior issues.
Downer post- my sister passed away unexpectedly on Saturday. I drove up to my parents Sunday. I’m basically on autopilot helping my parents. My mom is devastated.
I’ve posted here and there about her addiction. She had not even been home for a week since being released. We just saw her the weekend before when she got out.
I haven’t been sleeping and my whole body is a mess.
“With sorrow—for this Court, but more, for the many millions of American women who have today lost a fundamental constitutional protection—we dissent,”