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Post by desposito on Dec 12, 2023 19:48:55 GMT -5
Good evening reve, thanks. I was thinking that that part of the book is typical of how people interpret things if they've never been a hoarder--only looking at how things look from the surface.
Almost time to get ready for bed, good night everyone, see you in the morning!
Diane
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Post by reve on Dec 12, 2023 19:49:36 GMT -5
Done: Sprayed down shower Mopped bathroom alcove walls Installed squeegee in middle bathroom Set out clothes for tomorrow
Night all!
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Post by catcats on Dec 12, 2023 20:07:13 GMT -5
Part 2, . Well I did go up to the attic and I pulled out the bins and the little cardboard chest of drawers so that they were closer to the stairs. Thinking ahead to Saturday when Diane comes. to help decorate. I did bring down a few things and I put them up. The cute little needlepoint squares that my Chrissy made were put on the six sides of the DR chandelier. But first I had to reclean the glass panels. It involved standing on a stepstool, but it went OK. Then I did the storm door in the LR. Hung the heart shaped wreath that Chrissy made. And then I put up the many colored star in the window. So it looks a little bit Christmassy. I rebooted the laundry again and brought in the mail. Went through the mail and decided to reconcile the checkbook. Heated up the turkey soup that was in the freezer for supper and also fed the kitties. The third load of clothes is in the wash now. It can stay there. Tidied the kitchen counter and then made a sandwich. The soup was not enough , especially since I had a tiny lunch. Talked briefly to my BFF in CT and also to Larry. I am finished doing stuff, so will just do things on the computer. Will also read the Scriptures and watch the short meditation. catcats
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Post by mylittlescholar on Dec 12, 2023 20:57:57 GMT -5
decanted pills
its starting to look like DVD's son is a no-show. He might have been traveling with his mom (he's an autistic adult and she accompanies him on the plane) which means she could have changed her mind at the last minute, as apparently she is wont to do. Neither is picking up or returning calls.
DVD has taken to his bed to watch YouTube, poor guy.
DONE: check photos for something C is looking for call DM nap - started to wake up washed the dishes worked on the doll chorus display (securing the stands) asked DVD to help me with dinner we chopped veggies and are roasting the ones that take longer
NEXT UP: set up food thermometer put the rest of dinner in the oven set timer
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Post by cando on Dec 13, 2023 5:37:59 GMT -5
Another rough day. Felt 1,000 times better than yesterday. Ugh. Rough day because boss became unglued & yelled at me like a wild man! Admittedly I questioned something he asked me to do & that set him off, but still NO ONE should ever be yelled at like that by anyone!! Yes, he’s yelled at me in the past, but this was far different! Waay over the top! Slammed stuff…
I thought about quitting on the spot & still am. Also, although he came in my office & apologized… this was so way beyond anything! I do think we resolved an issue, but I think He may fire me, still. So, stressed as mainly we need my job for the health insurance. Also, I need to work a couple more years before I have enough for retirement benefits. (I was a stay at home Mom for too long). Also, he has let me off in the past & worked with me whenever I’ve needed to take off for my parents & with being late often. I know y’all must wonder all this time why I continue to work for him. So, I’ve just named a few reasons. I also have a very nice roomy office, am still learning things & growing — not stagnating—, have quite a few paid vacation days saved up & was going to take this Thursday afternoon off & this Friday. And at least a week in January. The work is okay, I am very slow tho, and am never caught up. He did take a chance on me when he hired me & was so gracious. When he interviewed me, he told me he is not a patient person & not a good teacher/trainer altho he insisted on training me instead of others at our other location who had routines & everything down pat. They also insisted that they wouldn’t be working where they are if he came there often. He had bad reputation as an employer, so I did know what I was getting into. So that is my dilemma. Of course, he may just let me go tomorrow.
I feel like we talked it thru, but it may have been his final straw with me. So, oh well. DH wanted me to quit but he is leaving it up to me. And does know all the above.
I have out of town guests coming in late tomorrow night & not ready here. They will be staying at hotel down the street, but will definitely be spending time at my house. My oldest bro & his wife. He is the other POA for our Mom. DrBro. He hasn’t been here in 2 years!
DH did some cleaning in our house, today. Thankfully. We are just not ready, but it will be what it will be. Cd
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Post by ohblondie on Dec 13, 2023 8:02:56 GMT -5
Diane - I was just reading about the book. I am a good organizer - My kitchen is organized (started out organized) and things are in logical places. where I fall down is putting things away - I am not always good about that. And then my storage spaces get full and excess has no home. And we all know what happens after that.
I like organizing - I like figuring out systems and logical solutions. And I like cleaning. WHen I dont jave to move piles and clean around the hoard.
I feel like such a contradiction!!
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Post by ohblondie on Dec 13, 2023 8:24:46 GMT -5
Cando - I hope today is better! I have found that sometimes people with bad tempers tend to explode - and then it is all over. You know him best and you know what is best for you.
Today is a work from home day and a christmas tree is leaving my parents garage as well as rug!!
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Post by desposito on Dec 13, 2023 10:02:18 GMT -5
Good morning everyone!
Ohblondie, what is happening with the house--is there a sale pending or are you still waiting for an offer that pans out?
Cando, if you weren't so dependent on the job I would say you should quit IF the stress of working there is too much. But sometimes understanding and accepting the person you're dealing with makes you able to keep going. If you know this is his personality and he calms down later, then it's just a question of putting up with the outbursts and not taking them personally--not easy, I know. But if you can do that, you get to keep the benefits of the job. I guess it comes down to the old question, are you better off with or without the job--meaning is your boss making keeping the job more stressful than being without the job and having to figure out another job and health care. Another example of "it's not the job, it's the manager!"
I had another night of decent sleep! So will try to make the most of it, I should have energy today although I'm not quite feeling that.
The first thing I'll do is call my decluttering client.
Diane
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Post by desposito on Dec 13, 2023 10:46:24 GMT -5
TO DO:
10 minutes on plants 10 minutes on food pantry Restock water in fridge Delete 10 hard emails
Diane
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Post by ohblondie on Dec 13, 2023 11:05:31 GMT -5
Diane - we have gotten two real lowball offers. We countered and .....crickets....there are still ongoing showings. Now the flippers are circling
I am just having such a hard time focusing.
DH just went and got some groceries. (cold cuts so he could make a sandwich) I will eat whatever is leftover. I might have a bagel and soup for supper
Now that the kids are older - we just have them send us an amazon wishlist for christmas. Last night DH picked and ordered gifts for the girls and had them shipped here. Hopefully they will get here in time to wrap. I am also beyond grateful he paid for them
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Post by desposito on Dec 13, 2023 11:38:49 GMT -5
Ohblondie, I guess this is a bad month for selling, in January people will start thinking about buying again.
Next:
10 minutes on first floor Start load of laundry Move bird supply shelves and clean window frame
Diane
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Post by bree on Dec 13, 2023 12:08:24 GMT -5
Hi all. This week is speeding by. ohblondie I cannot retire for a few years God willing, but I can so relate to your comments. I think about it when I am in meetings about how fun it will be not to deal w Chaos TML funny kitty stories. My two are both vocal and demanding. Girlcat will be 20 this spring so what she wants, she gets! She has earned it cando sorry about your boss! Ugh. I understand the need to balance the pros and cons. I have applied for two jobs over the last year. But at my age … hard to imagine a hire! But I pick and choose because there are good benefits here. So I am tired and grumpy! I have been very busy at work. The usual junk going on. I get home and walk puppy. Then it is hard to do anything. My house is cold so I wrap myself in a blanket. I have been keeping so with dishes and litter This morning I swept all hardwoods Last night I did some online shopping Paid some bills I will wrap and online shop Tonight. Also try to fix my vac. I am tempted to buy a new one but money is tight. I am so grateful for all my blessings yet I am. Grump!!!
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Post by catcats on Dec 13, 2023 12:51:21 GMT -5
cando---I am sorry that your boss lost it and yelled at you. He has sounded like a difficult person, all along. I understand , though, why you have hung in there. You do have good reasons to stay. Whatever you decide, I wish you luck. I will be surprised if he lets you go. He sounds like a person who blows his top and gets over it. Not easy for you, though. catcats
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Post by desposito on Dec 13, 2023 13:24:04 GMT -5
Hello bree and catcats!
The dog wanted to go out early so I also fed her early. She's feeling really good today, she went up the stairs before I could even come and help her!
I ended up taping the window frame as well as cleaning it, and wiped down the bird supply shelves and vacuumed behind them before I put them back.
One more list before lunch:
10 minutes on food pantry 10 minutes PEEPing Balance checkbook and pay a bill Delete 10 hard emails
Diane
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Post by ohblondie on Dec 13, 2023 15:12:39 GMT -5
Poor Callie is going crazy as UPS and FedEx have stopped a couple of times I ate the small leftover serving (half serving) of noodles I ate the one leftover low carb bagel I am trying to ignore the box of chocolates I was given last night.
Water - that might help......
I found two shirts to go in donate bag
And back to work I go
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