Over the last few weeks I've had a lot on my mind, and as the new school year approaches those thoughts are starting to interrupt my daily life. Let me explain...
I have 2 jobs. One I love and one I really could care less about. The one I love I wish I could do full time but right now that isn't an option. The second SUCKS ASS! I've taken on more hours with the job I love, because well, I love it. The problem is I've now committed my self to 50+ hours a week plus being a momma. To add to the stress of time management (so I don't drop the ball on any of my responsibilities), I've taken a serious step to have baby #2. I think I may be nuts!
In this mix of stress and baby fever (which is slowing taking over my being) I am finding it extremely hard to communicate how I'm feeling with the hubs. It seems like every time the subject is brought up it turns into a battle and nothing is really accomplished. There are days this is consuming my every thought. I can't concentrate on what needs to be done. AHHHH!!!!!!
Any suggestions? Any books anyone knows that may help? Anyone else gone through something like this?
Monday, July 20, 2009
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Customer Service
Ok, so this asshole of a client comes in today and is mad about fees that are HIS fault! We are all bending over backward to be nice to the guy and he continues to be a jerk. At one time my manager apologizes to him and he tells her "you aren't really sorry." He stood there while I processed his stuff and actually tried to pick a fight with me! This a grown 60 year old man having a temper tantrum! I wanted to ask him so bad if he got off on being mean and nasty to complete strangers. He must be compensating for something lacking in his life!
Seriously, when did it become okay to be a complete dick to people in customer service. Be it in a restaurant, a store, a bank, or at school, when is it okay to verbally abuse some stranger b/c you are the customer. I understand helping someone and trying to go the extra mile to make sure they get what they need, but I'M NOT YOUR SLAVE OR YOUR PUNCHING BAG!!!
Okay, rant is over! Please just be nice to the person waiting on you. You never know what they are going through or who they are. Karma is a bitch and it will come back to bite you!
Seriously, when did it become okay to be a complete dick to people in customer service. Be it in a restaurant, a store, a bank, or at school, when is it okay to verbally abuse some stranger b/c you are the customer. I understand helping someone and trying to go the extra mile to make sure they get what they need, but I'M NOT YOUR SLAVE OR YOUR PUNCHING BAG!!!
Okay, rant is over! Please just be nice to the person waiting on you. You never know what they are going through or who they are. Karma is a bitch and it will come back to bite you!
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Is it 1904?
Let me first start by saying I am not an over the top bleeding heart women's libber. I am a 20something, independent, opinionated woman who thinks that everyone, regardless of gender, should have a say. Ever since I can remember my parents have always told me I could become anything I ever dreamed. I never in my wildest dreams would imagine I would meet someone who didn't think that! Let me explain...
I recently had a conversation with someone about Sarah Palin being chosen for the Republican VP candidate. I personally have strong views against her being selected, but that is not where this is going. I was speaking with another 20something friend about her views of the election. She comes from a strong republican background and her opinions are such. When we got on the subject of the candidates who are running I said "I didn't vote for either in the primary. I wanted Hiliary." Her reply to that seemed to jettison me back to the early 1900's when women had no rights, couldn't vote, didn't work, and were basically second class citizens to men. This was her response and I quote: "I do not think a women should be president. There are jobs for men and jobs for women. Women should not be presidents or preachers. Those are jobs for men."
I think Alice Paul just rolled over in her grave! I find it terrifying there are people in this country who still think like that. After everything throughout history that has changed because of the sacrifices so many women in the past have gone thru to get to where we are today, it is truly sad. The worst part of all of this is this friend of mine has two daughters. What is she teaching them? I can only hope the cycle will not continue.
I recently had a conversation with someone about Sarah Palin being chosen for the Republican VP candidate. I personally have strong views against her being selected, but that is not where this is going. I was speaking with another 20something friend about her views of the election. She comes from a strong republican background and her opinions are such. When we got on the subject of the candidates who are running I said "I didn't vote for either in the primary. I wanted Hiliary." Her reply to that seemed to jettison me back to the early 1900's when women had no rights, couldn't vote, didn't work, and were basically second class citizens to men. This was her response and I quote: "I do not think a women should be president. There are jobs for men and jobs for women. Women should not be presidents or preachers. Those are jobs for men."
I think Alice Paul just rolled over in her grave! I find it terrifying there are people in this country who still think like that. After everything throughout history that has changed because of the sacrifices so many women in the past have gone thru to get to where we are today, it is truly sad. The worst part of all of this is this friend of mine has two daughters. What is she teaching them? I can only hope the cycle will not continue.
Here goes...
I wanted to create this blog not for anyone else, but to get those thoughts down that hopefully someone will relate to! I'd love feedback if you feel so inclined. (just be nice!)
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