Welcome to the Shit Show!

 I'm trying not to breaking one of my hard and fast rules - do not talk politics or religion.  But for the love of all things holy, I cannot not comment on the total shit show of last nights presidential debate.

   America, we're screwed!   

I want the chance to write in a candidate.  I think anyone would be a better option than the two we have right now.  UGGGHHHH!  

I'm soooooo tired of the bickering . right vs. left.  I'm tired of the media, I'm tired of black lives matter (ALL LIVES MATTER, shit heads!), cop kiilings, riots and the disrespect and downright hatred of the flag, of our Country!  

I'm scared for everyone concerned. 

I feel the anger, the despair, the lack of consideration and respect - not only for the country -but for humanity.  

I heard Savanna Guthrie , NBC Today Show, say that Social Media was the cesspool of society."  I couldn't have said it better myself.   It's utterly disgusting how people have become keyboard warriors, saying cruel and hateful words that they would never ever have the guts to say to a person face to face. 

Yet, they do.   But when they become the victims of the same in return, how quickly they cry foul.   

I do not buy in to it.  I refuse.   A long-time friend of mine of 36 years texted me last night during the debate.  I hear from him probably 3 times a year.   I was so happy to hear from him until he proceeded to talk about the debate and starts to debate me on my opinions when he opened the door asking me how I felt.   

This is the exact text I sent him:  "I am done talking politics because I value our friendship. Have a good night.  We'll talk another night when I'm not so angry".

I believe I took the high road and perhaps saved a long standing friendship that I treasure.  

My mother and father always said that if you truly believe in something, then there will always be a solution to any problem that presents itself.   

I wish I could believe in that statement and wisdom.  

#disenchanted #struggling #coronafatigue #homeismysanctuary 

Lunchtime Musings 09/28/2020

Lunchtime musings of a working superwoman: 1) everyone is in too much of a hurry 2) my lunch wasn't that appetizing 3)  I like Thursdays 4) be passionate about something, but dont assume that everyone is passionate about Your passion 5) that said, health of mind and body is my passion! 😎 6) I cant wait to get spooky! 7) have I mentioned I love Journey? And Yoga? And....🤣 8) R.E.S.P.E.C.T.  give it, receive it! 9) my one postive thing about me that I like today is ...my eyes. 10) Smile, its the positive thing I like about YOU 😉

Speculation

Have you ever been presented with a set of circumstances...a conversation or a sight...that makes you go "hmmmm".  AND then the mind is off and running? A 100 different scenarios or speculations as to what you heard or saw could mean?

I'm the queen bee of letting myself get "inside my head".  I can spin a whole conversation in my head...speculate...and come up with generally a doomsday outlook. 

I work myself in to an anxiety attack the size of Texas.  WHY?  Why do I do that to myself.  When all I need to do is have an honest, open conversation about what I heard/saw.  Surely I can't be alone in this tendency to downward spiral. Am I?

Is it human nature to immediately go to the dark side?  Is communication sooo scary that we'd rather slide in to darkness than to talk?

To say I had the mother of anxiety attacks this weekend would be an understatement.   I worked through it the best I could with the help of a trusted friend, yoga and the gym.  But it didn't fully subside until I was able to end the speculation and have a conversation. 

#headgames #anxietysucks #havethedamnconversation

Message to My Friend!

You know who you are.  Yes, you...the one struggling through life right now.  You've been so strong for everyone else for too long.   Now it's time to lean on others for a while.  

Let me carry your burdens.  

Let me be there to walk with you through the darkness just as I have done through the light.

Let me be your strength when you feel weak.

Let me be the calm in your storm.

Let me be there to remind you...that through all things...I will never leave your side.

Musings of a Working Superwoman

Lunchtime musings of a working superwoman #1 when in doubt, call in sick.  Otherwise you spend all day thinking about how you shouldve called in sick. #2 there is a fine line between being sick, feeling sick and not sick enough (when determining #1). #3 when you're gone from being sick, fellow employees or supervisors want the details so They can determine just how sick They think you are/were (the ole "I wouldnt have called in sick for that!" judgement. #4 work ethics plays a huge part of #1...."I wasn't 'sick enough to go/stay home'.  #5 please, and for the love of God...if you're shitting, puking, have body aches, coughing or have a fever...GO HOME!..you're 'sick enough' in my book...screw the work ethics! #6 Ever heard of Kleenex and hand sanitizers? #7 some ailments cant be seen....but pain can be felt in the body/mind.  Just because you're not shitting, puking, don't have body aches, a fever and you're not coughing...it doesn't mean you still cannot use sick days to feel better and get the help you need.  They're there to be used for a reason.  #8 work will always be there, rest assured. #9 Cold and Flu season is upon us.  Please take precautions to guard against both....rest, relaxation, liquids, etc. #10 this Public Service announcement is an accumulation of my personal observations of 30+ years in the working world. Please Stay Healthy this Fall and Winter. #flushots #beproactive #healthfairiscomingup #bekindtoeachother #sendsomeonehomeifyouneedto #weareallguilty #youarewelcome 

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2018 Post-Vacation Thoughts

I've spared you all with daily vacation observations..so thought I'd give your newsfeed a little update of Vacation Observations of a Working Superwoman, Day 7.  1) I have accomplished absolutely nothing on my To-Do list. 2) I really don't care.  3) Don't go grocery shopping at 10 am in the morning and expect to get in/out fast...those retired people have their own timeline as they block aisles. 4) Im kinda digging wearing stretchy pants for a week.  5) wearing real clothes next week is gonna suck 6) I havent watched Bold and the Beautiful for like 25 years...but yesterday I tuned in over lunch and was pleased to know that Brooke and Ridge are STILL stupid. 7)           why does September feel like New Years and I feel the need to make new resolutions or goals?  8) Nothing says accomplishment like cleaning the food trap on the dishwasher 9) Two things about eating sweetcorn...have toothpics handy and stay close to a bathroom 10) As much as I love summer, it's pretty nice to feel the "downshift" you get with Fall.

Pre-Labor Day Thoughts.

From time to time over lunch breaks, I think. .and I post them on Facebook.  They pop up in my memory feeds.  Some are fluff, some definitely have a message.  This was a post on 09/02/2018.  I wonder who yanked my chain that day?!  Lol.  

*Long Post Alert* Pre Labor Day Musings (inspired by a glass or two of wine by the fire)of a Working Superwoman: 1.  Most people show up to work and do their job, responsibly, and expect nothing but an honest day's pay for an honest day's work.  There are some that show up for the paychecks and benefits and forget the job duty thing.  It's not fair.  Never was, never will be.  Life isn't fair.  Do your best job, put your best foot forward.  Take pride in your work.  The rest will work itself out. 2.There are some jobs I'm not cut out to do, so I REALLY appreciate those who do them, and do them well.  3. Those in the Armed forces are not paid enough or appreciated enough!  Those that have, or continue to serve, have my utmost Respect.  Thank you! 4. Sometimes a simple, unexpected " Thank you" can brighten an employee's day. 5. When you make it to the top, don't forget the comrades in the trenches who helped you get there.  Remember where you came from. 6. Sometimes we all need to remember that (and I learned this early on in my working career), it's our job to support those who make the decisions or write the paychecks, even if we don't agree 7. IF we ARE lucky enough to make the decisions and write the paycheck, it comes with responsibilities. The title demands respect, but are You worthy of it? 8. The US of A is a land of Opportunity.  We have the lowest rate of unemployment in ND.  IF you aren't working, it is not for lack of jobs.  Perhaps it's time for some self reflection snd make Changes to ensure a brighter future for yourself.  Have some self respect. . 9 and 10. Celebrate US!  The working class pays the highest amount of taxes.  WE carry the US of A.  We show up, we work damn hard and ya, we play hard too.  Some of us have excelled to leadership, most of us are in the trenches.  But it's safe to say we're ALL working hard and for the Pursuit of Happiness (GREAT movie too, if you haven't seen it!).  So raise your glass (or beers) in toast to US....the Working Class of America...cuz WE deserve it! Happy Labor Day!

September - the New New Year ?

 I know that New Years Eve and New Years Day are the traditional days to make a plan for fresh beginnings and resolutions.  I've always looked at September as the New, New Year.   

It seems like the perfect time to downshift a bit after the craziness of the summer.   I  love the long days, sunshine, hot weather and everything that entails.....outside patio time, flowers, nights by the firepit, gathering with family and friends, flip flops, tank tops and just everything summer.  But as happy as I am to experience everything that summer represents to me, I'm equally as happy to see Autumn arrive.

The shorter days allow me to downshift and breathe.  I'm admittedly guilty of living life to the nth degree; I'm a participant and not an observer.   As darkness and cooler weather arrive, I relish the slower pace of life.   September always holds a magical essence for me; it's been an unofficial time of renewal in my life.  Perhaps because it's the month of my birth...my beginning in life.  

When I was little, the starting of school always meant that it was time to buckle down and find more routine.   You know the typical things that parents had you do when you were little: do your homework, do your chores, eat your vegetables,  remember to brush your teeth before bed, bed time at a certain time. 

As an adult, it is of the same except on an adult scale; looking at finances and finding ways to save money or cut back on spending, investment status and goals, diet/exercise regime (either set up a plan, fine tune plan or recommit), indoor household projects to accomplish over the fall and winter months, develop  a winter book reading list, recommit to journaling/blogging, and most importantly....self reflection....what makes me tic, what I'd like to work on in my personality...overall...become better than I was yesterday.  

The self reflection one is a doozy.  What makes me tic and what can I do better; pretty heavy stuff.  It require a lot of willingness to dig down in to the soul and to see what you're made of.   I like to think that I'm made of light, but if I'm honest with myself, there is plenty of darkness there to work on.   I'd let you in on my self-improvement list, but some of it is pretty personal stuff.  You understand, I'm sure.  :)  Just know that each and every day is a new day to "get it right". 

So today, September 2nd is a day that I'm taking inventory and getting a jump start on the new New Year.   (Never too early - or late - to start self improvement!)