The person ahead of me at Starbucks paid for my order. I'm not a jerk for just saying thank, am I? I still tipped cash. I appreciate the kindness but never know how to react.
Not at all! I have strong feelings on “pay it forward chains.”
If everyone just pays for the person behind them it’s pointless. If someone pays for me I try to pay it forward when I have an opportunity. Sometimes I just take the good luck and don’t do anything.
I'm getting a haircut today and I have no idea what to do with it. It's almost down to my butt and I haven't had it cut in almost a year. I don't do anything exciting with it...usually let it air dry and just leave it down. I'll put it in a ponytail after it dries if I'm cleaning cabins and occasionally I'll braid it when it's wet. If I have somewhere "important" to go, I'll blow dry it so it dries straight. I need to keep it long enough to pull back into a ponytail, but other than that, I have no idea what to do.
My hair is just above my shoulders and it goes into a cute ponytail. I have really think wavy hair so I always get it chopped off and thinned in the spring in an effort to stay cooler in the summer.
Oh the haircut conversation reminds me... A month ago I cut 8 or 9 inches off my hair and literally not a single person has commented on it. Including the people I live with.
I'm not even mad. I just want to remember this when I'm feeling self conscious about how I look. Its safe to say that no one is going to notice.
(I have absolutely noticed that I've become increasingly invisible, just generally, as I've entered middle age)
The person ahead of me at Starbucks paid for my order. I'm not a jerk for just saying thank, am I? I still tipped cash. I appreciate the kindness but never know how to react.
I never go to Starbucks, so how does this work? How does the person ahead of you know how much your order is? They just wait around and then insert their card or give cash to the cashier? Saying thank you isn’t being a jerk!!
Sorry, it was the drive through. I'm guessing the person just said that they want to pay for the person behind them and the cashier rings it up.
It really feels like spring the last couple of days! Today was supposed to be in the 80s, which seemed kind of hot, but so far it is very comfortable. The windows are open and a cool breeze is coming in - it's so nice to have fresh air.
I ordered a new purse for travel today, and shipping was going to be $12.95 if I didn't order $100 worth of merchandise, so I ended up adding 2 things and spending $124 instead. Touche, bag company. I realize it would have been cheaper to just stick with my original purchase but I HATE paying for shipping, lol. I ended up getting an extra strap and some clear bags for travel toiletries, both of which will be used a lot, but I'm kind of laughing at myself for being manipulated like that. I hope I like the bag. I prefer the look of leather bags for day to day stuff but for travel I know I'm always carrying a bunch of stuff around so a lightweight bag works better. This one should be big enough to hold a guidebook and sunscreen and whatever other normal stuff I need to carry around. I can't believe our big Turkey trip is in just over 6 weeks!
lilafowler, I'm sorry. I wish I could give you a hug. Do you do anything for yourself? I mean, something that is a moment of escape. For me it would be dancing (like salsa or ballroom). I think having those things can be a wonderful source of peace of stress relief. Those are my two cents, which I realize might not be what you are looking for, but wanted you to know that I get it.
As for me, I keep getting, well on and off, this buzzing feeling in the base of my spine/butt area. Kind of like you have your phone on vibrate in your back pocket. Sometimes it is faint as if that phone is under a cushion you are sitting on and other times, I would swear it is in my pocket only to find it elsewhere not ringing or anything. It is annoying. oh and I treating myself to a pedi today as my study break.
STOP IT! His wife is Grace? I don’t know why that tickles me so much! Mrs. Edwards did not fool around!
Married over 70 years!
Not only married 70+ years but have worked together several times. Well, at least 2 that I can think of off the top of my head - St. Elsewhere (played husband/wife) and Boy Meets World (were dating).
My random is that I'm nominated for a customer recognition award (actually, in three categories) with a third-party product that we use in my job. I've told my boss and her boss a few weeks ago. They were excited to hear about it, couldn't wait to tell senior management. And then ... ... ... crickets. We even had an All Hands meeting last week where they like to announce just this kind of thing, and nothing. We're all busy, but just nothing.
I sent a message to them today that the voting ends tomorrow and now they're asking if we should be announcing to the company at large, to customers, etc. And I'm feeling very pissy about it. Like, you could have said something LONG before now.
It really feels like spring the last couple of days! Today was supposed to be in the 80s, which seemed kind of hot, but so far it is very comfortable. The windows are open and a cool breeze is coming in - it's so nice to have fresh air.
I ordered a new purse for travel today, and shipping was going to be $12.95 if I didn't order $100 worth of merchandise, so I ended up adding 2 things and spending $124 instead. Touche, bag company. I realize it would have been cheaper to just stick with my original purchase but I HATE paying for shipping, lol. I ended up getting an extra strap and some clear bags for travel toiletries, both of which will be used a lot, but I'm kind of laughing at myself for being manipulated like that. I hope I like the bag. I prefer the look of leather bags for day to day stuff but for travel I know I'm always carrying a bunch of stuff around so a lightweight bag works better. This one should be big enough to hold a guidebook and sunscreen and whatever other normal stuff I need to carry around. I can't believe our big Turkey trip is in just over 6 weeks!
Haha, this is totally me, too.
Hope you love the bag! Can't wait to hear all about your trip.
My mom really did everything and my dad has been better since she died but sometimes it is exhausting.
He doesn’t have a computer. He has a flip phone for emergencies. He has the internet for home phone service and streaming.
He lost power and internet this weekend. He got both back but then the internet was out again today which means his phone was down. Then he could get calls but not call out. Now it’s up again?
Now his oven won’t turn on.
Everything is a game of telephone between me, the companies and him. He doesn’t understand the phone/internet at all so that’s a battle.
He also apparently has a propane stove?? I don’t know.
I am having similar circular conversations with my grant partner just about different topics. Can’t anyone handle anything themselves??
I never go to Starbucks, so how does this work? How does the person ahead of you know how much your order is? They just wait around and then insert their card or give cash to the cashier? Saying thank you isn’t being a jerk!!
Sorry, it was the drive through. I'm guessing the person just said that they want to pay for the person behind them and the cashier rings it up.
Honestly I bet the Starbucks worker was glad you didn't pass it on. The whole thing seems like a pain for them!
As for me, I keep getting, well on and off, this buzzing feeling in the base of my spine/butt area. Kind of like you have your phone on vibrate in your back pocket. Sometimes it is faint as if that phone is under a cushion you are sitting on and other times, I would swear it is in my pocket only to find it elsewhere not ringing or anything. It is annoying. oh and I treating myself to a pedi today as my study break.
OMG this happens to me too very randomly! No clue what causes it but I'm glad I'm not alone! lol
TWO kids have RSVPd to my son’s 8th birthday party out of 23. He is a really nice kid and seems to have kids to play with at school all the time so I don’t know why it’s such a low turnout. It has been pretty low at the two other class parties he went to, but not THIS low.
We have three other friends and his brother coming, and I’m now changing the party package to do more little kid-friendly stuff (bowling instead of laser tag) so siblings can come, which brings it up another three.
wildrice, I’m glad you are comfortable. I keep thinking it’s getting boarderline hot. And I’m someone who wears pants in July. H is out running errands, otherwise I’m sure he’d be complaining. We just had solar panels installed, but they aren’t all inspected and hooked up yet, so, it’s not like we have less-guilty AC yet. But it’s 83 in my house. 😂
On the shipping thing, I ordered a few things for specialized sports equipment. There are like 3 US companies. Well, the pants were too small. So, not only did I pay to have them shipped, but pay return shipped and reshipping. I don’t even want to think about it. So spoiled. But, on the return, I actually had to fill out a form and enclose it. 😂 it took me back to the 90s.
Speaking of… I am signing up for my first specialized sporting (😂 fencing) tournament in a month. I talked to the organizers last night, and because of the rules, the tournament rating is based on the number of people, and they are 3 people shy of the number for the next higher rating, so it’s not uncommon to sign up warm bodies to get the rating. It’s specifically for people over 40, so hopefully I won’t do too terrible. 32 days to knock the rest of the rust off.
As for me, I keep getting, well on and off, this buzzing feeling in the base of my spine/butt area. Kind of like you have your phone on vibrate in your back pocket. Sometimes it is faint as if that phone is under a cushion you are sitting on and other times, I would swear it is in my pocket only to find it elsewhere not ringing or anything. It is annoying. oh and I treating myself to a pedi today as my study break.
OMG this happens to me too very randomly! No clue what causes it but I'm glad I'm not alone! lol
I’ve had this too. I finally decided it was a muscle spasm. Similar to an eye twitch but different location. A muscle spasm can happen to any muscle.
Post by cattledogkisses on Apr 5, 2023 15:13:52 GMT -5
We're officially under contract on a house. It will put us about 1.5 hours closer to friends and family, and 15 minutes from H's new job.
It was built in 1870 and has a ton of charm, although it does need some redecorating... the previous owners were an elderly couple, and let's just say their taste was very different from ours (so much carpet and wallpaper to remove). We already met one neighbor who said they would bring us bread when we officially moved in, and it turns out we have mutual friends with a second neighbor. I think this is going to be a good place.
And then the next step will be selling our current house.
wildrice , I’m glad you are comfortable. I keep thinking it’s getting boarderline hot. And I’m someone who wears pants in July. H is out running errands, otherwise I’m sure he’d be complaining. We just had solar panels installed, but they aren’t all inspected and hooked up yet, so, it’s not like we have less-guilty AC yet. But it’s 83 in my house. 😂
On the shipping thing, I ordered a few things for specialized sports equipment. There are like 3 US companies. Well, the pants were too small. So, not only did I pay to have them shipped, but pay return shipped and reshipping. I don’t even want to think about it. So spoiled. But, on the return, I actually had to fill out a form and enclose it. 😂 it took me back to the 90s.
Speaking of… I am signing up for my first specialized sporting (😂 fencing) tournament in a month. I talked to the organizers last night, and because of the rules, the tournament rating is based on the number of people, and they are 3 people shy of the number for the next higher rating, so it’s not uncommon to sign up warm bodies to get the rating. It’s specifically for people over 40, so hopefully I won’t do too terrible. 32 days to knock the rest of the rust off.
It got hotter! I'm still ok, but it's a little more sticky in here than I prefer. I think the sun was beating too hard for a while. I have fans running and I'm wearing little cotton shorts and a t-shirt so I'm ok, but if the weather were going to stay like this I'd definitely turn on the AC. I am sure it will cool off within the next few hours though!
As for return shipping, I honestly hardly ever order things from companies that charge return shipping anymore - especially clothing since it can be so hit or miss with sizing. If there is one thing I hate more than paying to receive an item, it's paying to return it - particularly if you pay shipping both ways. I will never forgive Lands End for the time I paid $16 to try on a jacket.
As for return shipping, I honestly hardly ever order things from companies that charge return shipping anymore - especially clothing since it can be so hit or miss with sizing. If there is one thing I hate more than paying to receive an item, it's paying to return it - particularly if you pay shipping both ways. I will never forgive Lands End for the time I paid $16 to try on a jacket.
You can buy alot of Lands End items on Amazon now. I do that for the free shipping/returns -- especially if it is only 1 item I am buying.
As for me, I keep getting, well on and off, this buzzing feeling in the base of my spine/butt area. Kind of like you have your phone on vibrate in your back pocket. Sometimes it is faint as if that phone is under a cushion you are sitting on and other times, I would swear it is in my pocket only to find it elsewhere not ringing or anything. It is annoying. oh and I treating myself to a pedi today as my study break.
OMG this happens to me too very randomly! No clue what causes it but I'm glad I'm not alone! lol
If I ever discover the cause, I will let you know. lol
My son is supposed to have a half day tomorrow and then start spring break. I'm off and I have decided I would rather sleep past 6:30 than have a few hours to myself, so he's not going. I am so looking forward to sleep. I BETTER NOT BE STARING AT THE CEILING AT 5AM!!! It's supposed to be raining again so the plan is to not leave the house at all. He is so happy to be getting an extra day. From the light traffic at drop off it looks like many started break 1 day earlier than us!
Post by mysteriouswife on Apr 5, 2023 16:45:32 GMT -5
We have been in and out for three weeks. We came home with our HVAC went out. It’s 85 in our house. Thankfully someone in our neighborhood owns a company and came right over. Fingers crossed it’s fixed soon
I deep cleaned our bathroom today, and aggravated my back, so I have both sparkling clean facilities, and regrets. Next week I'm going to start having a few PT appointments, and I'm hoping he can get me in a better state before our vacation.
I have no idea what we are having for dinner. For some reason Dominos sent us a coupon for "an entirely free pizza, any size, any toppings" as long as you call it in and carry it out yourself. We both don't care for Dominos, but I think we might take advantage of it anyway, because there is one less than 10 minutes away, and it's free.
I'm sorry. Is it this Saturday? If so, it's probably Easter weekend reasons.
It’s next Saturday, but RSVP date is tomorrow. Maybe I’ll get a flurry in the next day, we’ll see.
Can you reach out personally via text to a few of the kids who matter most to him and ask if they can make it? I find some people don't track email invites well but will respond to a personal text.
Post by starburst604 on Apr 5, 2023 18:36:40 GMT -5
We found out that the funky contemporary house we didn’t get went for $75k over asking. Oof. We thought going in 25k over asking was decent but I guess the market here hasn’t gotten the word that house prices should be coming down. I’m just surprised that someone either has that much cash to put down so as not to have a huge mortgage or, doesn’t care about a huge mortgage at today’s interest rate.