Tuesday

mrsconn23

And it's raining...again.  My kids were jackasses this morning.  

Also, I totally skipped a dinner plan for tonight on my menu.  So now I either punt or it's  'you're on your own'.  Door #2 looks mighty tempting. 

I have PMS and everything is pissing me off today.  At least the weather fits my mood, I guess. 

ILoveBeachMusic

I'm with you on the weather thing! So tired of all the rain. I just want to stay inside and hibernate but can't. I'd go for door #2 also.

bleve0821

Door #2!!  Door #2!!

DH and I are bickering over mattresses.  I've done a lot of research on the firmness we want/need, and DH is just man-charging ahead with "We need a firm mattress."  No, dearest, I'm a side-sleeper and far too petite for a firm mattress.  A firm mattress would, and has, destroy my back.  You're also not very large, and also a side sleeper.  We currently sleep on a firm mattress (cheap as hell, granted), but all I hear is "my back and neck hurt."  (<-- Me, today)

I'm also tired of hearing, "Why do we need a bedframe?"

Um, because we're 30yo and I think it's beyond ridiculous that we still sleep on the floor?

Sometimes I think he's bullheaded because he knows it pushes my buttons.

We have, at least, settled on a brand and a size.

Other than that, SSDD.  I'm trying to get back into running because while the fit of my clothes is more or less fine/normal, I don't like the way my clothes hang on my body anymore.  I hit the first hill last night and thought I might die.  I yearn for the days when running used to be something I did for fun.

mrsconn23

I'm also sad I finished Sense8.  I hope they don't go so long between season 2 and 3 as they did between 1 and 2. 

charlotte989875

So. Much. Grading. I was up until midnight grading and still not done this morning. The house is a mess and probably not getting cleaned until tomorrow. 

Heffalump

Boo for jackass kids and rain and PMS, mrsconn!  Door #2 sounds like a plan!

I am overdue in thanking you for the following recommendations:
- Crimetown podcast
- Costco leggings (like wearing a cloud!!!)
- Costco camis (wonderous)

So much adulting today.  Ordering food, going to Costco, working.  Sigh.  I remembered to get a Mother's Day card for my aunt (who is also my godmother) in today's mail, so it gets to her in time. 

S/O Mother's Day, I snagged Biltmore tickets for my mom and the Heffa family.  That should be fun.  Sadly, brunch was sold out (so I'm not that good at adulating), so I need to find someplace off property.  Maybe by my mom, before we hit the road.

mrsconn23

@atomicblonde

LOLing at "why do we need a bedframe?"  

Have you looked at memory foam?  We got the kiddo a pretty reasonable memory foam mattress from Costco and a bedframe (which I put together myself) from Overstock. We also have memory foam.  Both beds are platform and we don't have a box spring.  However, you do need to put down plywood over the platform slats. 

MissKittyDanger

@mrsconn23  door 2! I watched one ep of Sense8 season 2, but haven't had time to watch rest. I'm probably binging it this weekend :P Apparently it wasn't a huge hit right off the bat, which is why it took awhile to even get accepted for season 2

@atomicblonde  Some companies in Canada refuse to give a warranty on mattresses if you don't have a frame because it can destroy the mattress and reduce the life time.
M and I had mattress issues. I wanted something more firm {not firm, maybe like one step lower} but M wanted soft - which is what I hated about our mattress at the time, mixed with age.
Can you sway your H with the research you did?


Last night wasn't bad. Ended up getting more deer meat from buddy of M's that he went hunting with. So we have more sausages, which is great timing because we're doing groceries this week.

M had a great day at work. Some interesting things:
- all meeting rooms are named after original Star Trek characters {Kirk, Spock, Bones, etc}
- he got a bright red sweater and bright red all-star converse, and I hate him
- there is a DVD/Blu-ray borrowing system
- parking is free
- there is a cafeteria and they do bbq once a week
- we're likely doing top karting later this month as a team building thing that spouse's are invited to
- when meetings go over lunch hour, they have free meals


Needless to say it seems like a pretty good company, and we're both really excited about it. {despite I'm jealous of the converse .... also I JUST bought him shoes ... guhhh lmao!}


Not much tonight. I have a video to edit and I'm likely doing set up for another vid I've gotta get done tomorrow. Saturday at the latest.

mrsconn23

MissKittyDanger said:

@mrsconn23  door 2! I watched one ep of Sense8 season 2, but haven't had time to watch rest. I'm probably binging it this weekend :P Apparently it wasn't a huge hit right off the bat, which is why it took awhile to even get accepted for season 2

I read that, but also it's my understanding that one of the creators (whom were responsible for the Matrix trilogy) transitioned and need to step away while going through the process.   Plus, it seems like it probably takes a ton of time to film and produce since they are globe-hopping to tell all the Sensates stories.  

I may binge both seasons back to back this summer.   It's one of the best shows I watch between the story and the visuals.  

I love the care at which they've taken with the relationships between Nomi and Amanita, and Lito and Hernando.  It's so normalized, happy, and supportive and not 'specialized' because they're in 'queer' relationships.  All of the relationships are pretty great despite everything going on around them.  

sparklepants41

I've been awake since 4am - and I've been at work since 6:30am. I am a zombie. I just want to say screw it to today, go home, and fall asleep catching up on all the RHONY episodes in my DVR. 

MissKittyDanger

mrsconn23 said:

MissKittyDanger said:

@mrsconn23  door 2! I watched one ep of Sense8 season 2, but haven't had time to watch rest. I'm probably binging it this weekend :P Apparently it wasn't a huge hit right off the bat, which is why it took awhile to even get accepted for season 2

I read that, but also it's my understanding that one of the creators (whom were responsible for the Matrix trilogy) transitioned and need to step away while going through the process.   Plus, it seems like it probably takes a ton of time to film and produce since they are globe-hopping to tell all the Sensates stories.  

I may binge both seasons back to back this summer.   It's one of the best shows I watch between the story and the visuals.  

I love the care at which they've taken with the relationships between Nomi and Amanita, and Lito and Hernando.  It's so normalized, happy, and supportive and not 'specialized' because they're in 'queer' relationships.  All of the relationships are pretty great despite everything going on around them.  

Lana and Lilly Wachowski. Although I just did a quick google search and apparently they're both trans, I thought only one was.

I love Nomi! She actually is trans and I think that makes the character so much more real to things she talks about going through.

DrillSergeantCat

We accepted a new offer on H's house yesterday. H filed an insurance claim on his roof so hopefully that will get replaced soon. Now, I need to get my house ready to show.

I had a phone interview yesterday and ended up cutting it short because the guy told me they're only willing to pay $3,000 less than the minimum I'm willing to switch jobs for which is at least $2,000 less than my desired salary. The recruiter told me he thought they'd be willing to go higher, but they're not so there was no point in continuing. 

Today is the 15th anniversary of my dad's death. It's hard to believe it's been that long. 

sparklepants41

Hugs for you, @DrillSergeantCat. 

MissKittyDanger

@DrillSergeantCat  Can the recruiter talk to them to see why they're going so low?
and hugs for today

6fsn

So much happening.   I'm not in love with my haircut.  It needs a few tweaks, but I don't have time to get it fixed. 

I signed up to help my friend who lost her husband Friday and take dinner Saturday.   I picked that before I knew we had a soccer tournament.  So Saturday we have games at 9, 10, 11, and 12.  I'm thinking for dinner I'll take them shredded pork with BBQ sauce and rolls, pasta salad, cole slaw, fruit salad, and brownies.  Sound ok? (no restrictions or allergies)

MissKittyDanger

@6fsn  what aren't you liking about the cut?
and if you wanna slide some of that food option to me, I would also appreciate it lol

mrsconn23

MissKittyDanger said:

mrsconn23 said:

MissKittyDanger said:

@mrsconn23  door 2! I watched one ep of Sense8 season 2, but haven't had time to watch rest. I'm probably binging it this weekend :P Apparently it wasn't a huge hit right off the bat, which is why it took awhile to even get accepted for season 2

I read that, but also it's my understanding that one of the creators (whom were responsible for the Matrix trilogy) transitioned and need to step away while going through the process.   Plus, it seems like it probably takes a ton of time to film and produce since they are globe-hopping to tell all the Sensates stories.  

I may binge both seasons back to back this summer.   It's one of the best shows I watch between the story and the visuals.  

I love the care at which they've taken with the relationships between Nomi and Amanita, and Lito and Hernando.  It's so normalized, happy, and supportive and not 'specialized' because they're in 'queer' relationships.  All of the relationships are pretty great despite everything going on around them.  

Lana and Lilly Wachowski. Although I just did a quick google search and apparently they're both trans, I thought only one was.

I love Nomi! She actually is trans and I think that makes the character so much more real to things she talks about going through.

Yes and Yes.  I think it's Lana that transitioned between seasons, but I could be wrong.  Lana directed at least 2 episodes this season. 

DrillSergeantCat

MissKittyDanger said:

@DrillSergeantCat  Can the recruiter talk to them to see why they're going so low?
and hugs for today

The interviewer said they'd "discussed salary and decided it wouldn't be fair to other, existing employees if they started a new employee higher than that."

6fsn

MissKittyDanger said:

@6fsn  what aren't you liking about the cut?
and if you wanna slide some of that food option to me, I would also appreciate it lol

It needs some layering on the top and side to get more of the texture I want. I've got curly hair, with straight sections. She was cutting lots of inches off and was worried that it would curl up funny without the weight.  I haven't had my hair this short in 10+ years.  She told me straight up it would be a couple of haircuts to get it right.  It's not awful, just not 100%.

bleve0821

@mrsconn23 we are only looking at memory foam, at the moment.  I think we're going to go with Amerisleep Liberty.  DH wants the Revere, but I think he'll hate it.

DrillSergeantCat

atomicblonde said:

@mrsconn23 we are only looking at memory foam, at the moment.  I think we're going to go with Amerisleep Liberty.  DH wants the Revere, but I think he'll hate it.

I had the same argument with my ex. He insisted on a firm mattress. I woke up feeling bruised and beaten for a month.

MissKittyDanger

DrillSergeantCat said:

MissKittyDanger said:

@DrillSergeantCat  Can the recruiter talk to them to see why they're going so low?
and hugs for today

The interviewer said they'd "discussed salary and decided it wouldn't be fair to other, existing employees if they started a new employee higher than that."

Which makes sense but I mean they're so close, you'd think they'd make an exception.

MissKittyDanger

6fsn said:

MissKittyDanger said:

@6fsn  what aren't you liking about the cut?
and if you wanna slide some of that food option to me, I would also appreciate it lol

It needs some layering on the top and side to get more of the texture I want. I've got curly hair, with straight sections. She was cutting lots of inches off and was worried that it would curl up funny without the weight.  I haven't had my hair this short in 10+ years.  She told me straight up it would be a couple of haircuts to get it right.  It's not awful, just not 100%.

Ahh okay. Curly hair sometimes can be a little 'difficult' apparently {just more because of layers, etc} I'm sure it looks great though regardless

charlotte989875

Final grades submitted!! 

DrillSergeantCat

MissKittyDanger said:

DrillSergeantCat said:

MissKittyDanger said:

@DrillSergeantCat  Can the recruiter talk to them to see why they're going so low?
and hugs for today

The interviewer said they'd "discussed salary and decided it wouldn't be fair to other, existing employees if they started a new employee higher than that."

Which makes sense but I mean they're so close, you'd think they'd make an exception.

That just kind of tells me that they're unwilling to pay what their employees are worth. I'd be coming to them as an accountant and they're wanting to start me at bookkeeper salary. So what are they paying the other accountants? 

short+sassy

I just emerged from Tech Support Hell.  Almost 45 minutes and we spent the first 30 just verifying who I am and having him take over my computer.  I made the huge mistake of not having breakfast before I called them.  Never call Tech Support hungry.  Oh!  And my problem didn't get fixed.  It needs to be "escalated" to the next circle.  Just for icing on the cake, the guy screwed up all my Internet passwords!  None of them are automatically saved anymore.  FOR NOTHING.  ARGH!!!!!!!  My frustration levels are really at an all-time high right now.

We're in pretty desperate need of groceries.  I usually go on Fridays after work.  But I haven't worked the last two Fridays and couldn't leave my house without losing my parking because of the festival.  I'm debating between muddling through, by hook or crook, until then.  Or dragging my H out when I get home.  We "shopped" our freezer over the weekend, lol. 

Edited to add.  I forgot to mention our BBQ/Smoker died over the weekend.  We've been shopping for another one.  We really liked the combo of also being able to smoke meats.  The last one we had was a killer clearance deal from Sam's Club.  I'm not expecting to be that lucky this time, lol.

kvruns

As I was driving into work in the pouring rain I thought I should just head back home and work from home. But I kept going since I have a new haircut and I looked nice, so why waste it. Got to work for an hour and realized I forgot some things I needed for pumping .... so I had to go back home anyway. Fail. But now I'm comfy at home trying to work and not organize the house

Really need to hit the gym tonight but my knee has been killing me lately. Tired of being old!

DrillSergeantCat

kvruns said:

As I was driving into work in the pouring rain I thought I should just head back home and work from home. But I kept going since I have a new haircut and I looked nice, so why waste it. Got to work for an hour and realized I forgot some things I needed for pumping .... so I had to go back home anyway. Fail. But now I'm comfy at home trying to work and not organize the house

Really need to hit the gym tonight but my knee has been killing me lately. Tired of being old!

Don't you hate that? It seems like once a week I forget some part of my pump. 

MissKittyDanger

DrillSergeantCat said:

MissKittyDanger said:

DrillSergeantCat said:

MissKittyDanger said:

@DrillSergeantCat  Can the recruiter talk to them to see why they're going so low?
and hugs for today

The interviewer said they'd "discussed salary and decided it wouldn't be fair to other, existing employees if they started a new employee higher than that."

Which makes sense but I mean they're so close, you'd think they'd make an exception.

That just kind of tells me that they're unwilling to pay what their employees are worth. I'd be coming to them as an accountant and they're wanting to start me at bookkeeper salary. So what are they paying the other accountants? 

So basically it's a good thing you aren't there .... jeez

MissKittyDanger

kvruns said:

As I was driving into work in the pouring rain I thought I should just head back home and work from home. But I kept going since I have a new haircut and I looked nice, so why waste it. Got to work for an hour and realized I forgot some things I needed for pumping .... so I had to go back home anyway. Fail. But now I'm comfy at home trying to work and not organize the house

Really need to hit the gym tonight but my knee has been killing me lately. Tired of being old!

I do the same thing. "I look great so whatever .... I'll go"

mrsconn23

Heffalump said:

I am overdue in thanking you for the following recommendations:
- Crimetown podcast
- Costco leggings (like wearing a cloud!!!)
- Costco camis (wonderous)

I am so sad that season 1 is over.    I can't wait to see what they do for season 2.