Hen House Talk With All Our Friends - Part 9
(((Dee))) thanks for the heads up on the thread. I didn't post there, as I'm the one who did not choose to go through the hoops to get my nursing license back. I don't regret it, now, and I hope I never do. I just really have a gut feeling that I'll find something, that's still able to help people, but in a different venue of healthcare.
I'm also aware that the BON had, at one time, placed my license on the "contract" list, meaning if they offer me the contract, I either have to take it, or I'll be placed on the "list" that prohibits me from working in any facility that receives medicare or medicaid, which is everywhere. I'm hoping, after 5 years, they've forgotten about me, but if it comes up, I'll just deal with it.
Sooooo, had a great night at work until C, the mgr who ripped me off for the $15, tells me I'm $20 short on my drawer. AND she had been in it, several times (while I was cleaning the restaurant) and another girl (who I trust) had been in it when I was on break.
I pitched a calm fit, told her I didn't see how I could be held responsible when there were 2 other people in my drawer...that I don't think anyone intentionally gave out, or stole (not quite true) the $20, but I shouldn't have to put it all back.
She eventually put $20 in, and I will pay her back but the other girl said she could give me $5...don't know if she will.
This is out of my hands...she's a mgr, has a key and a code to get in my register. I did tell her, from now on, she needs to have her own drawer, and when I go on break, the other person can use HER drawer, as I'm getting tired of putting money in it.
I was furious, but I'm calmed down, now. They only time $20's were given out for change, SHE took a $100 bill and gave change.
I need to do stores, all day tomorrow, so am trying to tell myself it's time to get sleepy. It's COLD here, so all furbabies are in, and 3 are in here with me. Patches is laying on the sofa table, where stepmom has been shooing her off of for 3 days
I did feel good, tonight, when I was talking about my one customer who used to come in, just because I am "so nice". He hasn't been in, for a while, and I think it's because they cut my hours so much, and have had me flip-flopping shifts. The one twin said "I know who you're talking about...even C said "if Amy's not here, he won't even come in". That makes me feel good. It's not a guy-girl thing, he's a businessman and appreciates people who make him feel comfortable (and the fresh pot of coffee I always made when he walked in the door). I miss him
Hugs and prayers,
Amy
I'm also aware that the BON had, at one time, placed my license on the "contract" list, meaning if they offer me the contract, I either have to take it, or I'll be placed on the "list" that prohibits me from working in any facility that receives medicare or medicaid, which is everywhere. I'm hoping, after 5 years, they've forgotten about me, but if it comes up, I'll just deal with it.
Sooooo, had a great night at work until C, the mgr who ripped me off for the $15, tells me I'm $20 short on my drawer. AND she had been in it, several times (while I was cleaning the restaurant) and another girl (who I trust) had been in it when I was on break.
I pitched a calm fit, told her I didn't see how I could be held responsible when there were 2 other people in my drawer...that I don't think anyone intentionally gave out, or stole (not quite true) the $20, but I shouldn't have to put it all back.
She eventually put $20 in, and I will pay her back but the other girl said she could give me $5...don't know if she will.
This is out of my hands...she's a mgr, has a key and a code to get in my register. I did tell her, from now on, she needs to have her own drawer, and when I go on break, the other person can use HER drawer, as I'm getting tired of putting money in it.
I was furious, but I'm calmed down, now. They only time $20's were given out for change, SHE took a $100 bill and gave change.
I need to do stores, all day tomorrow, so am trying to tell myself it's time to get sleepy. It's COLD here, so all furbabies are in, and 3 are in here with me. Patches is laying on the sofa table, where stepmom has been shooing her off of for 3 days
I did feel good, tonight, when I was talking about my one customer who used to come in, just because I am "so nice". He hasn't been in, for a while, and I think it's because they cut my hours so much, and have had me flip-flopping shifts. The one twin said "I know who you're talking about...even C said "if Amy's not here, he won't even come in". That makes me feel good. It's not a guy-girl thing, he's a businessman and appreciates people who make him feel comfortable (and the fresh pot of coffee I always made when he walked in the door). I miss him
Hugs and prayers,
Amy
Amy I really believe it will work out with your plans. You don't have to post anywhere you don't want to. I am not sure the person was ready to hear what was said for that matter on the thread.
It's cold here, in fact this past am, it snowed. when I went to bed it was raining and this morning my deck was covered in snow. It didn't stick because the roads were so wet. I thankfully had pulled in the 2 plants I wanted to try to keep over the winter. I have a peace lily and an orange tree. Both were gifts so I'm trying to save them.
I've got a portable heater when it gets down to freezing I plan to try to warm up the garage a bit for the kitties. they have fluffy beds to sleep in on top of things so they curl up.
I just want you to know I admire you for your determination to make it. This could be a tactic this manager has to try to run you off is to make it not worth your while to be there by having to pay for the privilege of working for them. It really is not fair.
I hope you can get out of there soon. I want something good for you.
It's cold here, in fact this past am, it snowed. when I went to bed it was raining and this morning my deck was covered in snow. It didn't stick because the roads were so wet. I thankfully had pulled in the 2 plants I wanted to try to keep over the winter. I have a peace lily and an orange tree. Both were gifts so I'm trying to save them.
I've got a portable heater when it gets down to freezing I plan to try to warm up the garage a bit for the kitties. they have fluffy beds to sleep in on top of things so they curl up.
I just want you to know I admire you for your determination to make it. This could be a tactic this manager has to try to run you off is to make it not worth your while to be there by having to pay for the privilege of working for them. It really is not fair.
I hope you can get out of there soon. I want something good for you.
(((Med))) - I don't really think C wants me out of there...we actually get along good, and I'm going to take her all my medical terminology study notes (she's taking the class now, and has NO medical background, so is lost) and she's really, really happy about that. I think she just needs money, but she's finding out it's not going to be so easy as she thought.
I thought about paying her the $10 in about the same time she gave me my refund for the Mary Kay stuff...about 3 months, but I won't do it. I could have made a mistake, but don't think so, and I'm just not going to be that type of person.
I'm about to cuddle up with the furbabies and get some sleep...have the alarm set for 6-1/2 hours from now
Hugs and prayers,
Amy
I thought about paying her the $10 in about the same time she gave me my refund for the Mary Kay stuff...about 3 months, but I won't do it. I could have made a mistake, but don't think so, and I'm just not going to be that type of person.
I'm about to cuddle up with the furbabies and get some sleep...have the alarm set for 6-1/2 hours from now
Hugs and prayers,
Amy
So I am trying to get this straight. C is broke and steals money from people? Or C is clueless, you're kinder than I would be in that situation. I remember being at work and it was a very very cold day, and someone stole my coat out of a coded locker room. I had to walk 3 blocks in cold cold weather to my car. I really at the time hated whoever had stolen my jacket. I also had about 25 dollars taken from my purse at the same work place. I would have given the person some money if they had asked. It's over, it's done with I don't have a clue who did this stuff but I can only hope at some point they grow a conscience. Stealing in any way is so wrong.
(((Med))) - well, since I can't PROVE she took the money, there's really nothing I can do about it. She may have given out an extra $20 in change, for the $100. Either way, she did put the money in, said "I just can't leave here and leave it all on you", so if she did steal it, she had to pay back half of it.
I don't put anything in the break room...had 2 big bottles of Gatorade disappear when I was going through the dehyhdration stuff, so I don't trust leaving anything back there. It was cool enough, in the store, last night that I kept my jacket on my whole shift.
Got to get busy on stores...will check back later.
Hugs and prayers,
Amy
I don't put anything in the break room...had 2 big bottles of Gatorade disappear when I was going through the dehyhdration stuff, so I don't trust leaving anything back there. It was cool enough, in the store, last night that I kept my jacket on my whole shift.
Got to get busy on stores...will check back later.
Hugs and prayers,
Amy
HI to ALL Henhousers -
wow i'm finally on my 31'st day yeyeyeyyeyy!!!!!! its been a strange couple of days here - uk is totally snowed in cept for us in Devon - we had a bit but only 2=3 inches .. i'm just bored - inside all the time - but the wind chill here makes it not nice to walk in -
Amy - i always go with my gut - its served me well over the yrs - alot of times things shoulda happened i walked the other way 5 mins b4... lol
meditation - i'm still isolated but i def don't feel alone -
i am so grateful for the help i receive here and the encouragement to keep going.... its thurs night and its quiet here - i was awake when the snow started falling bout 3am it was majic.... i am still such a kid still...
well dee i'm glad ur house is sorted.. and relax...
sorry this is a little brief but i'm shattered - i havent slept well in the last 3 days .. hope i do tonight..
so 40 norty and all i love you -hope jay is good too xxxxxxxxxx
Karma
wow i'm finally on my 31'st day yeyeyeyyeyy!!!!!! its been a strange couple of days here - uk is totally snowed in cept for us in Devon - we had a bit but only 2=3 inches .. i'm just bored - inside all the time - but the wind chill here makes it not nice to walk in -
Amy - i always go with my gut - its served me well over the yrs - alot of times things shoulda happened i walked the other way 5 mins b4... lol
meditation - i'm still isolated but i def don't feel alone -
i am so grateful for the help i receive here and the encouragement to keep going.... its thurs night and its quiet here - i was awake when the snow started falling bout 3am it was majic.... i am still such a kid still...
well dee i'm glad ur house is sorted.. and relax...
sorry this is a little brief but i'm shattered - i havent slept well in the last 3 days .. hope i do tonight..
so 40 norty and all i love you -hope jay is good too xxxxxxxxxx
Karma
It's good to see you Karma and no you are not alone.
My daughter told me last night she felt trapped because she felt she could not drive herself places. I told her she's always been able to drive, she just had to give herself time to wake up to not be grogged out driving.
So today I gave her the keys. I admit I am a basket case. I know it's time, but it's not easy and I'm not feeling all that sane before this driving solo today began. I just feel like I'm coming unglued at the seams and have felt like this for most of November. I can't figure out why either why things seem so overwhelming.
My daughter told me last night she felt trapped because she felt she could not drive herself places. I told her she's always been able to drive, she just had to give herself time to wake up to not be grogged out driving.
So today I gave her the keys. I admit I am a basket case. I know it's time, but it's not easy and I'm not feeling all that sane before this driving solo today began. I just feel like I'm coming unglued at the seams and have felt like this for most of November. I can't figure out why either why things seem so overwhelming.
She made it back home. whew. She's shaking from the trip. I'm trying to remember how it felt back in the day. I think I was driving one way with my mom in the car and another way when i was alone. It was all about speed and getting there. I think that's what terrifies me.
Thanks Dee.
Thanks Dee.
Hi all most of you dont know me well but I'v been a mostly lurker for a long time.I have been friends with Jason for a long time and talked with him briefly before he left.I was wondering if anyone has heard from him.He's a fine young man and I think of him often.I pray for him daily thanks for any info.
Tom
Tom
Hi Hens! Yep, it is cold in the south. I still go outside to smoke, even though I live alone now in my own house and could stink it up if I wanted to. Guess years of conditioning keep me out shivering in the cold for a smoke. Does that make me a masochist?
Amy, you have such a good attitude and are so careful to be fair with others (even co-workers in your cash drawer!) I really admire that about you.
Med, don't you have your own issues about driving? That must make it especially hard with your daughter.
Karma, congrats on the 31 days! Hope you get a good night's sleep. I've been an insomniac all week, but last night it must have caught up with me because I slept like a rock until my alarm went off this morning. Wow, what a difference a good night's sleep makes! I felt awesome today, despite all the stress and challenges going on at my job right now.
I'm betting that Jay is getting tons of support and help,,maybe even a good night's sleep himself! He is an amazing young man, and I can't wait for his return and to watch good things unfold for him.
Dee, Lenina, Norty, et al, much love to you.
~40
Just trying to do the next right thing.............
Amy, you have such a good attitude and are so careful to be fair with others (even co-workers in your cash drawer!) I really admire that about you.
Med, don't you have your own issues about driving? That must make it especially hard with your daughter.
Karma, congrats on the 31 days! Hope you get a good night's sleep. I've been an insomniac all week, but last night it must have caught up with me because I slept like a rock until my alarm went off this morning. Wow, what a difference a good night's sleep makes! I felt awesome today, despite all the stress and challenges going on at my job right now.
I'm betting that Jay is getting tons of support and help,,maybe even a good night's sleep himself! He is an amazing young man, and I can't wait for his return and to watch good things unfold for him.
Dee, Lenina, Norty, et al, much love to you.
~40
Just trying to do the next right thing.............
(((Tom))) - good to see you in the henhouse! From the date I wrote on my calendar, ((Jay's)) been gone less than 2 weeks, and he wasn't sure when/if he'd be able to contact any of us. I'm steady praying that he's doing well and will contact us when he can.
(((Karma))) - congrats on your 31 days!!
((Med)) - glad your daughter made it back safe and sound. I'm glad I don't have to worry about Brit being out there and driving yet. She's not old enough and doesn't have her GED or diploma, so even if she wanted to, she can't get her license...and then she'd have nothing to drive.
I did a few stores, today, then went to Walmart to get a little table for the demo. Was getting cat treats, and a guy was standing there with a puzzled look on his face...said "do you have cats?" I explained I have 3. He and his wife had rescued a little cat that was almost starved to death, has taken it to the vet, but it's still not very energetic and someone had mentioned catnip, but he didn't know what to get. I found a couple of little catnip mice and they were only $1, so suggested he start with that and thanked him for rescuing the little kitty. It's so cold, out there, it probably would have died.
I went downstairs to help dad find something he'd dropped, putting the treadmill together. There's still a puddle at the bottom of the stairs..I jumped over it, all 3 cats ran THROUGH it...sigh. He's got one of those work-light things laying on the pallet and Mots is in front of it, like it's his own personal sunbeam. He laid on my chest, this morning, like Elvis does but there's a BIG difference in little Elvis and fatso. I was trying to breathe, he was purring his happy little ass off.
Got clothes in the washer, Elvis with his wet paws on my lap, and getting another headache. I've eaten, I slept good last night, so I'm thinking it's sinus. Driving me crazy!
Hugs and prayers,
Amy
(((Karma))) - congrats on your 31 days!!
((Med)) - glad your daughter made it back safe and sound. I'm glad I don't have to worry about Brit being out there and driving yet. She's not old enough and doesn't have her GED or diploma, so even if she wanted to, she can't get her license...and then she'd have nothing to drive.
I did a few stores, today, then went to Walmart to get a little table for the demo. Was getting cat treats, and a guy was standing there with a puzzled look on his face...said "do you have cats?" I explained I have 3. He and his wife had rescued a little cat that was almost starved to death, has taken it to the vet, but it's still not very energetic and someone had mentioned catnip, but he didn't know what to get. I found a couple of little catnip mice and they were only $1, so suggested he start with that and thanked him for rescuing the little kitty. It's so cold, out there, it probably would have died.
I went downstairs to help dad find something he'd dropped, putting the treadmill together. There's still a puddle at the bottom of the stairs..I jumped over it, all 3 cats ran THROUGH it...sigh. He's got one of those work-light things laying on the pallet and Mots is in front of it, like it's his own personal sunbeam. He laid on my chest, this morning, like Elvis does but there's a BIG difference in little Elvis and fatso. I was trying to breathe, he was purring his happy little ass off.
Got clothes in the washer, Elvis with his wet paws on my lap, and getting another headache. I've eaten, I slept good last night, so I'm thinking it's sinus. Driving me crazy!
Hugs and prayers,
Amy
(((40))) - glad you finally got some sleep.
Stepmom said she thought she heard one of the cats still in the basement. Two were eating, so I turned on the light for the steps, and there's Mots, still laying on the treadmill, looking pretty pitiful.
He wasn't ready to come upstairs, yet, but I made him. I've done MY exercise for the night...hauling up that lard-butt up the stairs...sheesh, he needs to walk on the treadmill WITH me
Hugs and prayers,
Amy
Stepmom said she thought she heard one of the cats still in the basement. Two were eating, so I turned on the light for the steps, and there's Mots, still laying on the treadmill, looking pretty pitiful.
He wasn't ready to come upstairs, yet, but I made him. I've done MY exercise for the night...hauling up that lard-butt up the stairs...sheesh, he needs to walk on the treadmill WITH me
Hugs and prayers,
Amy
I just got a call from the detective who worked our second robbery at work. He said they'd been working with the Atlanta police, as they had a much stronger case (murders). It appears that Darryl, the one I thought hit me, probably was not in the store during our robbery. He was the so-called "leader" and left the dirty work to the others.
However, there was a 14-year-old who WAS involved, and he's probably the one who hit me, AND he did kill 2 people. They went after the gf of one of the murder victims - he shot at her (gun jammed) but he was able to kill her son and dog.
They went on trial and Darryl got life + 35 years, "baby boy" got life + 55 years, and the other 2 also got life +.
I read the articles in the paper (if you're interested and have a strong stomach, just google "bloods gang in Atlanta" and the articles are there.
I'm glad they're going away, and probably will never get out. I'm glad they're getting beaten up in jail...time to get a taste of their own medicine.
However, it's got me all off-kilter again. The anger at the whole situation is rising to the surface, and I've got to figure a way to get it out. I have to be at work at 3, with the mgr I can't stand, so hope it doesn't come out then.
Hugs and prayers,
Amy
However, there was a 14-year-old who WAS involved, and he's probably the one who hit me, AND he did kill 2 people. They went after the gf of one of the murder victims - he shot at her (gun jammed) but he was able to kill her son and dog.
They went on trial and Darryl got life + 35 years, "baby boy" got life + 55 years, and the other 2 also got life +.
I read the articles in the paper (if you're interested and have a strong stomach, just google "bloods gang in Atlanta" and the articles are there.
I'm glad they're going away, and probably will never get out. I'm glad they're getting beaten up in jail...time to get a taste of their own medicine.
However, it's got me all off-kilter again. The anger at the whole situation is rising to the surface, and I've got to figure a way to get it out. I have to be at work at 3, with the mgr I can't stand, so hope it doesn't come out then.
Hugs and prayers,
Amy
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