luvnlifelady
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Post by luvnlifelady on Apr 13, 2016 15:21:42 GMT
I'm flying solo for the first time today at my new job. It sounds easy enough...work a Kona Ice shaved ice truck. However, there is some stuff that goes on behind the scenes so I have to make sure I load the truck properly then get to the event in time to sell to the kids. It pays pretty well and the boss is really nice so I hope I do ok. The worry is that if I have an accident, that is 1/2 their revenue stream (they have 2 trucks) and they would have to go back to Kentucky to get a new one (we're in CA).
I also interviewed for another job yesterday and think it went well. If I get it, I need to bone up on Quickbooks and payroll though. I would probably try to work both jobs at least for awhile.
All this on top of trying to get the house ready for a refi appraisal. Not getting a whole lot of help from the fam so I'm trying not to be a raging witch since it would just complicate things.
I hope things settle down soon.
What is weighing on your mind today?
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2016 15:27:01 GMT
Bought a brand new computer last month and this AM it wouldn't boot up.
Annette
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Post by debmast on Apr 13, 2016 15:27:44 GMT
My 15 year old daughter lost a HS soccer teammate last week. She was with them at a playoff game filming (she was JV, but filmed Varsity). Went home and her mother could not wake her the next morning.
It was emotional week this past week. I worry about these girls as they deal with this loss. It hit them all very hard.
Thankfully my daughter is very open and we have had much conversation. And our school has been very good with offering counselling, etc for any of them.
It's just tough to deal with at that age.
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Post by cmpeter on Apr 13, 2016 15:30:19 GMT
My director was laid off on Friday. They are consolidating my team with another and will hire a new director for our new combined team. I feel so badly for him and then a little nervous about the changes. I was worked for him for three years.
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luvnlifelady
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Post by luvnlifelady on Apr 13, 2016 15:34:49 GMT
Oh wow, some pretty heavy things to deal with. Computer problems are a pain, no two ways around it. Nothing like job insecurity too. Yikes!
Debmast-I'm sorry for your community's loss. My son is in high school (15) and the school lost a young man over spring break to suicide. DS knew him as he had previously been in band. So heartbreaking for everyone.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2016 15:37:23 GMT
My husband took a new job and his income was cut in half. His first paycheck was a rude awakening. I'm really scared. (The new job is a good thing for him! But we are going to be struggling to make it now.)
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Post by chirpingcricket on Apr 13, 2016 15:38:36 GMT
I have high blood pressure that is barely controlled by meds. I had two very minor heart attacks last year. One of them, I had gone to the ER and they discharged me, and I got 10 minutes down the road and told my husband to take me back, and I had the second heart attack in the ER. Got admitted for the night. Went for a cath in the morning; the cardiologist couldn't find any new blockages. (I already have stents.) More meds were prescribed; I have felt pretty well for the last 8 months.
Yesterday I didn't feel well, so I stayed home from work. Within an hour, I felt awesome. Got so much housework done, it was ridiculous. This morning I woke up with a raging headache, took some Tylenol and my regular meds, and came to work.
I don't feel any better at all. When I get up to walk to the file cabinets, my chest feels tight and my head pounds intermittently. I'm scared I should go to the ER right now. I'm scared if I do, they're just going to discharge me again, and this time I don't have DH with me to drive me back.
I really hope this is just allergies or stress or heck, a stupid regular headache would be awesome. My last blood pressure reading at 11:00 was 141/77, which is not unusual for me. I really hope I'm just being a doofus.
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Post by debmast on Apr 13, 2016 15:43:39 GMT
Oh wow, some pretty heavy things to deal with. Computer problems are a pain, no two ways around it. Nothing like job insecurity too. Yikes! Debmast-I'm sorry for your community's loss. My son is in high school (15) and the school lost a young man over spring break to suicide. DS knew him as he had previously been in band. So heartbreaking for everyone. Thank you! Thankfully this was not suicide (although those rumors did start, and I give our girls credit for standing up to those trying to spread that and shut it down). Apparently she had an undiagnosed heart problem. It was a rough week. They said goodbye to her Sunday afternoon at the funeral home. Her funeral was yesterday (family only). |
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Post by bonserella on Apr 13, 2016 15:45:02 GMT
I am buying a house - the first time as a single person. Although my BF lives with me (& will live in this house with me) - I am doing this all on my own. It has been a very scary & emotional process!!! Today I am going back for a 2nd round of inspections (I am having the HVAC inspected by a pro, since it is original to the house & I do not want any surprises when the heat of summer kicks in!) The closing date is at the end of May... I don't think I will get a full night of sleep until I sign on the dotted line!
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Post by suswic on Apr 13, 2016 15:46:22 GMT
I was made redundant last June and am worried about not finding a new job. I still get paid from my old employer (until March 2017), but am still worried about my future.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Apr 13, 2016 15:47:53 GMT
luvnlifelady, good luck today. Try not to stress too much, I'm sure you will be fine.
debmast, it is always heartbreaking when a teen dies. I'm sorry.
As for me, my stress right now is navigating antipsychotic drugs for my son. He is on day 3 of taking Risperdal. Yesterday morning, he said he was so drowsy and didn't sleep right and I had a hard time getting him out of bed for school. Thankfully, by afternoon he seemed better. He said he felt really neutral yesterday. I told him that's the goal. To not feel so depressed you want to kill yourself, but also to not feel so charged up you're going to lose your temper either. My DD is used to her brother being the easy going one and she gets to be the dramatic, squeaky wheel. She's not used to him getting so much attention and lately, she seems to be pushing back some at me. Her attitude lately has been terrible. I finally had a heart to heart with her and just told her that I'm sorry my focus has been so much on her brother lately, but that he really needs me right now and she has to be a team player.
On the bright side, last night my son and I went to her lacrosse game and both of my kids were in such a good mood that afterward I took them out to dinner. There was laughter and joking and smiling. I felt like the three of us just enjoyed each other's company. It was a nice break from all the stress lately. |
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Post by flute4peace on Apr 13, 2016 15:48:20 GMT
Just trying to figure out
1. if I'm going to be able to save my business or not and
2. if I really care |
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Post by myboysnme on Apr 13, 2016 15:49:58 GMT
I'm worried about not feeling back to normal. I was out sick for 3 weeks and returned this week and haven't made it in even close to on time yet. I feel like I should still be resting but I don't feel anywhere near as sick as I did when I was home. I can at least get showered and dressed.
I just want to be at home but I have to be back at work sometime. I wish I knew definitively to either stay home or work. |
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2016 15:54:50 GMT
Mine's good nervous, but nervous nonetheless. My old boss (same company) called me yesterday and offered me a great new position he is creating on his team. We are meeting in a few days to talk more about it, but it's a awesome opportunity. But... I love my job now and it's 100% home-based. The new one wouldn't be - I could still have my home office but would probably only work here 50% of the time. Being home-based has been awesome for our family and I'm going to have to think long and hard about whether this is the right move and what concessions and compensation I need to make it worth my while. It's exciting but stressful and there are lots of things to consider. If only our son was a couple years older, it would be a no-brainer. As it is, there are lots of things to consider.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Apr 13, 2016 15:55:03 GMT
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Post by shelby on Apr 13, 2016 16:09:40 GMT
I spent the last two weeks worried after finding a lump in my breast. My mom passed away from breast cancer so it was a concern. Found out yesterday that everything is OK. It was so nice to wake up this morning and not have that worry anymore.
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luvnlifelady
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Post by luvnlifelady on Apr 13, 2016 16:10:47 GMT
My husband took a new job and his income was cut in half. His first paycheck was a rude awakening. I'm really scared. (The new job is a good thing for him! But we are going to be struggling to make it now.) I'm sorry that happened to you. We had the same thing happen when DH worked for his dad. The business went under and along with it went 1/2 his salary and free benefits. Ugh. I am trying to find ways to make it up with my job(s) but I also still should be around for the kids some. We are also watching the budget pretty carefully and we took in my sister (mom pays her rent to us). Not ideal, but we are trying the best we can. I hope you find ways to make up the $ or trim the budget. I know, easier said than done. |
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Post by luvnlifelady on Apr 13, 2016 16:12:40 GMT
I have high blood pressure that is barely controlled by meds. I had two very minor heart attacks last year. One of them, I had gone to the ER and they discharged me, and I got 10 minutes down the road and told my husband to take me back, and I had the second heart attack in the ER. Got admitted for the night. Went for a cath in the morning; the cardiologist couldn't find any new blockages. (I already have stents.) More meds were prescribed; I have felt pretty well for the last 8 months. Yesterday I didn't feel well, so I stayed home from work. Within an hour, I felt awesome. Got so much housework done, it was ridiculous. This morning I woke up with a raging headache, took some Tylenol and my regular meds, and came to work. I don't feel any better at all. When I get up to walk to the file cabinets, my chest feels tight and my head pounds intermittently. I'm scared I should go to the ER right now. I'm scared if I do, they're just going to discharge me again, and this time I don't have DH with me to drive me back. I really hope this is just allergies or stress or heck, a stupid regular headache would be awesome. My last blood pressure reading at 11:00 was 141/77, which is not unusual for me. I really hope I'm just being a doofus. Keep an eye on it and go in if you feel the need. Better to be discharged and have it be routine for you than to miss something else going on. I know it's a pain to go to the ER but better safe than sorry. I hope you feel better soon. |
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Post by PepsiGal on Apr 13, 2016 16:13:50 GMT
Plumbers were here on Monday and hydra tunneled under the house ONLY to find that for some reason our pipes are IN the slab. So they back out and came up with another plan in order to stop the leak. That's good, we have hot and cold running water again. B-U-T while tunneling, they found that the lines running from the washer have a big crack in them...which now needs to be repaired. They left us hanging yesterday because they had other jobs. Plumber's assistance just called and said we are on the list for tomorrow (Thursday)....it's raining here today. I'm nervous about what this bill is going to be - UGH!!!!!!!
Forgot to add our home is almost 50 years old and we dearly love it!!!!!
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Post by flute4peace on Apr 13, 2016 16:16:17 GMT
I spent the last two weeks worried after finding a lump in my breast. My mom passed away from breast cancer so it was a concern. Found out yesterday that everything is OK. It was so nice to wake up this morning and not have that worry anymore. I'm just coming out from that, too. I had my surgery about 10 days ago. I'm glad you also received good news. Make sure you follow up regularly, though! |
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Post by ddly on Apr 13, 2016 16:17:32 GMT
I have a silly worry. I am separated and have my first date in 27 years this weekend. Every time I think about it I feel sick to my stomach. It's pretty insignificant compared to all the real concerns but it is still making me sick. I am feeling good that this is my only worry right now.
Lisa D.
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Post by luvnlifelady on Apr 13, 2016 16:22:44 GMT
Suswi-I hope you find something even better soon. Job uncertainty is scary!
Jerseygirl-that is so hard to deal with (I have dealt with mental health issues with DS and DD as well). I'm glad you were able to have a nice dinner with them. When things click, it can be a nice respite.
Flute4peace-I hope it works out the way it should. I recently lost my job and I'm not a huge believer in "it's meant to be" but that situation really felt that way. I hope it's the same for you whichever way it falls.
Myboysnme-I hope you feel better soon. I have a knee injury that I really should be taking more care with but I have to keep going. Hope it doesn't come back to bite me. Take care of yourself when time allows and don't push too hard.
I'm glad to read some good news too. The worry is still there, but for some positive reasons. Yeah!
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Post by pierkiss on Apr 13, 2016 16:23:04 GMT
I am in the 2 week wait and it sucks! After my miscarriage last month my husband I realized how much we would like a 4th. I just want to know! And the not knowing is driving me bat-shit crazy. It's all I can think about right now, to the point where I am completely forgetting some pretty important things. Like taking my son to his OT appt on Monday!
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Post by luvnlifelady on Apr 13, 2016 16:25:28 GMT
I have a silly worry. I am separated and have my first date in 27 years this weekend. Every time I think about it I feel sick to my stomach. It's pretty insignificant compared to all the real concerns but it is still making me sick. I am feeling good that this is my only worry right now. Lisa D. That's not too silly. It's nerve-wracking. We separated (and later reconciled) at only year 6. I remember my first date and I was a bundle of nerves. You'll have to update us though. Just be yourself and realize he's probably nervous too. |
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Post by luvnlifelady on Apr 13, 2016 16:26:59 GMT
I am in the 2 week wait and it sucks! After my miscarriage last month my husband I realized how much we would like a 4th. I just want to know! And the not knowing is driving me bat-shit crazy. It's all I can think about right now, to the point where I am completely forgetting some pretty important things. Like taking my son to his OT appt on Monday! I remember those times (we struggled to conceive). It's not easy to just get on with life when you're hyper-focused on a baby. I'm sorry for your loss and hope another bundle is on its way soon. |
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Post by luvnlifelady on Apr 13, 2016 16:28:04 GMT
Pepsigal-that sounds like a nightmare. I hope the bill isn't too bad but anything dealing with plumbers is usually a pain! Your house sounds neat though being 50 already. Older houses have way more character than the new stuff.
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Post by LeaP on Apr 13, 2016 16:29:39 GMT
Day 63 without mail. There is a glitch in the system and it all gets returned to sender. We are waiting for license plates among other things.
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Post by scrappington on Apr 13, 2016 16:30:39 GMT
I'm worried that things really haven't changed.
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Post by jeremysgirl on Apr 13, 2016 16:31:22 GMT
I have a silly worry. I am separated and have my first date in 27 years this weekend. Every time I think about it I feel sick to my stomach. It's pretty insignificant compared to all the real concerns but it is still making me sick. I am feeling good that this is my only worry right now. Lisa D. How exciting! I hope you have a fabulous time. |
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Post by debmast on Apr 13, 2016 16:33:39 GMT
Hugs to all with worries or who are nervous! No worry is small or silly.
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