Well today my readers I write to you with news that I unfortunately, foolishly, hoped would be better then, well....we all knew it would be.
Today after our usual Monday morning staff meeting I decided to request again a meeting with the "bosses" for a discussion on the increase I was promised in JUNE!!! (mind you its the 2ND week of July folks) and to my surprise, my request was granted at 11:15 am this morning---however the .94 cents that they offered me (making the increase a minuscule 1.40 with a "promotion") This increase was delivered as a "favor" as the company's financials are not in a stable condition to be "handing out raises"
I am astonished that I actually believed this increase and review would be positive. With my newly sparked anger I decided it would be best to calm myself down before communicating my frustrations and disappointment to my "boss"...who as always delivered a tony winning performance into why I have to accept this is what I was offered and that it is a personal choice whether I stay or go....
I guess that naive girl in me honestly believed that I would be paid what I deserved to be paid and that my hard work and numerous hours of overtime would be compensated and acknowledged.
However I will take this situation as another life lesson learned...the age old saying "the rich get richer and the poor poorer" is so true within this company. I am fighting for a losing battle that I believe can not ever be turned around.
There is one poison within that company (which a dear friend and reader has pointed out all along) and until that piousness individual is gone, the rest of the staff will not be happy---constant turnover will continue to occur....and eventually a lawsuit will fall on their hands.
So tonight as I lie in bed and listen to the booming thunder outside my window---I poor myself a glass of my favorite wine and have decided its OK to have a cocktail on a Monday---because I've named this cocktail a disappointment cocktail--anyone care to join me?
Monday, July 7, 2008
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Green Acres is NOT the place to be.....
Well faithful readers today I bring you my first dinning review....This Friday the lady and I wanted to get a bite to eat and try a place we've never been. As we are a fan of the Wisconsin Dells and travel there often we thought of a little place we pass on the way to the Dells. Its name, Green Acres....
Each time we pass it the parking lot is full and we always said "we have to eat there sometime" so this past Friday we finally made the left hand turn into the parking lot and thought we'd try it out. I texted my friend Jessica to see if she wanted to join and she said she couldn't but that we would love the food. Now April has heard from lots of people too that the food is great....so why the heck wouldn't we try it right?
We walk up to the hostess stand where a nicely dressed gentleman took my name and said it would be about 45 to 50 minutes for the wait, which in a Friday is pretty much what your going to have to wait anywhere so we decided to stick it out. Positioned ourselves by the bar, hoping that two seats would become available (which they never did) So we waited. 55 minutes passed and we still hadn't been seated....so we grabbed a menu and thought we'd pick what we want so that when we were seated we could order right away (by this time we were quite hungry)
An hour and seventeen minutes after our arrival my name was called and we were brought to a small table on the second level. It took our waiter another sixteen minutes (yes by this time I was counting) to greet us and take our drink and dinner order. Twenty one minutes after the greeting and ordering took place our ice teas finally showed up. Fifteen minutes after that, dinner finally arrived....my dinner was cold, he forgot Aprils coleslaw with her fish fry and we were out of tea and water....Our glasses NEVER got refilled...after I picked at the cold dinner in front of me long enough for April to enjoy her fish I told her I couldn't eat anymore and would just eat a sandwich when we got home....The waiter came back about forty minutes after delivering our meal asked if I wanted a box...I had clearly stacked plates on my cold crummy dinner and shook my head no.
He returned eleven minutes later to ask if we wanted desert...we shook our heads (I was trying to be polite secretly I wanted to run out of there and say I would never be back) and twelve minutes later he finally brought the check....
We made our way back downstairs and April paid the bill...I couldn't even stand there as she did because I was afraid if I was asked how the meal was I would tell them how I really felt and would embarrass April....
I have come to the conclusion that the only reason people like this place is because during their long wait to be seated they are pumped full of alcohol and who doesn't like any kind of food once they have dipped into the sauce for over an hour.....
I do not recommend this establishment and will NEVER go back there again!
However...I did win over 50 bucks at the casino following the horrible dinning experience, so it wasn't a total loss for the night.
Each time we pass it the parking lot is full and we always said "we have to eat there sometime" so this past Friday we finally made the left hand turn into the parking lot and thought we'd try it out. I texted my friend Jessica to see if she wanted to join and she said she couldn't but that we would love the food. Now April has heard from lots of people too that the food is great....so why the heck wouldn't we try it right?
We walk up to the hostess stand where a nicely dressed gentleman took my name and said it would be about 45 to 50 minutes for the wait, which in a Friday is pretty much what your going to have to wait anywhere so we decided to stick it out. Positioned ourselves by the bar, hoping that two seats would become available (which they never did) So we waited. 55 minutes passed and we still hadn't been seated....so we grabbed a menu and thought we'd pick what we want so that when we were seated we could order right away (by this time we were quite hungry)
An hour and seventeen minutes after our arrival my name was called and we were brought to a small table on the second level. It took our waiter another sixteen minutes (yes by this time I was counting) to greet us and take our drink and dinner order. Twenty one minutes after the greeting and ordering took place our ice teas finally showed up. Fifteen minutes after that, dinner finally arrived....my dinner was cold, he forgot Aprils coleslaw with her fish fry and we were out of tea and water....Our glasses NEVER got refilled...after I picked at the cold dinner in front of me long enough for April to enjoy her fish I told her I couldn't eat anymore and would just eat a sandwich when we got home....The waiter came back about forty minutes after delivering our meal asked if I wanted a box...I had clearly stacked plates on my cold crummy dinner and shook my head no.
He returned eleven minutes later to ask if we wanted desert...we shook our heads (I was trying to be polite secretly I wanted to run out of there and say I would never be back) and twelve minutes later he finally brought the check....
We made our way back downstairs and April paid the bill...I couldn't even stand there as she did because I was afraid if I was asked how the meal was I would tell them how I really felt and would embarrass April....
I have come to the conclusion that the only reason people like this place is because during their long wait to be seated they are pumped full of alcohol and who doesn't like any kind of food once they have dipped into the sauce for over an hour.....
I do not recommend this establishment and will NEVER go back there again!
However...I did win over 50 bucks at the casino following the horrible dinning experience, so it wasn't a total loss for the night.
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
A little east coast in the midwest....ahhhh FINALLY :o)
Well I haven't written in a while and I can't say that anything super interesting has happened since my sun burn occurred.
HOWEVER....(drum roll please) one of my BESTEST friends from back east has moved to Chicago...she is only 2 hours from me.
I can't wait to travel to see her on weekends and just spend some quality time with someone who shares a passion for dance the size of my own...
I am so excited to have her close as she will be in the wedding....and having her near to help with the planning....
I used to think I had to spend lots of time with people to make them my best friends, and be close to them all the time. During my journey 1/2 way across the country I have done a lot of soul searching and really found out who my true friends are. Mary is a true friend, through thick and thin she has been there, even when over 1,000 miles separated us. Not any friend will drive 3 hours in a snow storm just to see you for 3 hours while your visit back home....that's my Mary....
I guess I just wanted to take a blog to express how grateful I am for my friendship with this individual because sometimes we don't really verbalize enough how important people are to us, fortunately I don't have to say it all the time...its known between her and I, but she deserves a shout out because she is THAT special....
Happy Hump Day All!
HOWEVER....(drum roll please) one of my BESTEST friends from back east has moved to Chicago...she is only 2 hours from me.
I can't wait to travel to see her on weekends and just spend some quality time with someone who shares a passion for dance the size of my own...
I am so excited to have her close as she will be in the wedding....and having her near to help with the planning....
I used to think I had to spend lots of time with people to make them my best friends, and be close to them all the time. During my journey 1/2 way across the country I have done a lot of soul searching and really found out who my true friends are. Mary is a true friend, through thick and thin she has been there, even when over 1,000 miles separated us. Not any friend will drive 3 hours in a snow storm just to see you for 3 hours while your visit back home....that's my Mary....
I guess I just wanted to take a blog to express how grateful I am for my friendship with this individual because sometimes we don't really verbalize enough how important people are to us, fortunately I don't have to say it all the time...its known between her and I, but she deserves a shout out because she is THAT special....
Happy Hump Day All!
Monday, June 2, 2008
Holy SUN Batman!
Well my faithful readers....here is my thought for the day.....
THE SUN WILL KILL US ALL....
This weekend me and my lovey lady went to the Wisconsin Dells to relax for her birthday. Got us a lovely room with a giant whirlpool in the room and a balcony...so romantical I know...well we also thought it would be a great way to end the weekend and visit NOAHS ARK...the country's "LARGEST WATERPARK"....Invited some of our friends and made a day of it...
Cant complain about the weather it was perfect, and can't complain about the crowded because I think the most we waited in line for a ride was about 4.62 minutes. It really was the perfect day.
Being the mom that I am I am adimate that EVERYONE put sunscreen on 30 minutes before exposure to the sun to make sure our base sunblock coat is on. Not to mention I carry with me at all times in the summer a large tube of SPF 50...Ultra Sweat/Water Proof. This lovely bottle has seen me through some great summers and I haven't been burned in many years...however it does not compete against a day at the water park.
I am completely sun burned from head...down to my toes...yes folks my toes are sunburned. Its not a deep sunburn thank god (I've had a couple of those in my life..) but gosh it still hurts.
I had to teach dance today (which my friends was AMAZING the class was so happy at the end and kept saying thank you and they can't wait to take class with me this fall) but daaaaang it hurts to wear a leotard when you have a sunburn.....
Listen guys...I know that everyone says "I don't burn" or "I wont be out there long" Cover up...wear a hat...use sun block.....the sun is NOT our friends...we have damaged our earth and I'm convinced this sunburn is my punishment for not recycling lately......
OUCH!
Have a great week....let me know if you find an SPF 100 ;o)
THE SUN WILL KILL US ALL....
This weekend me and my lovey lady went to the Wisconsin Dells to relax for her birthday. Got us a lovely room with a giant whirlpool in the room and a balcony...so romantical I know...well we also thought it would be a great way to end the weekend and visit NOAHS ARK...the country's "LARGEST WATERPARK"....Invited some of our friends and made a day of it...
Cant complain about the weather it was perfect, and can't complain about the crowded because I think the most we waited in line for a ride was about 4.62 minutes. It really was the perfect day.
Being the mom that I am I am adimate that EVERYONE put sunscreen on 30 minutes before exposure to the sun to make sure our base sunblock coat is on. Not to mention I carry with me at all times in the summer a large tube of SPF 50...Ultra Sweat/Water Proof. This lovely bottle has seen me through some great summers and I haven't been burned in many years...however it does not compete against a day at the water park.
I am completely sun burned from head...down to my toes...yes folks my toes are sunburned. Its not a deep sunburn thank god (I've had a couple of those in my life..) but gosh it still hurts.
I had to teach dance today (which my friends was AMAZING the class was so happy at the end and kept saying thank you and they can't wait to take class with me this fall) but daaaaang it hurts to wear a leotard when you have a sunburn.....
Listen guys...I know that everyone says "I don't burn" or "I wont be out there long" Cover up...wear a hat...use sun block.....the sun is NOT our friends...we have damaged our earth and I'm convinced this sunburn is my punishment for not recycling lately......
OUCH!
Have a great week....let me know if you find an SPF 100 ;o)
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Laugh A Little....Live A Little
Well previously I have written about my underpaid job I have here in lovely WI. But today I realized something. Money doesn't always buy happiness, and although I may be underpaid I have never enjoyed working with a group of people as much as I do here.
I think the phrase "laughter is the best medicine" can go a long way...especially in our filed of work (we manage assisted living homes for the elderly).
Nothing is a better sound then a bunch of people laughing and enjoying each others company. This morning I have had quite a few hard, from the belly laughs...you know the kind that you can't control and sometimes can even bring a tear of joy from your eye....and let me tell you it really does set the mood for the whole day.
I recently blogged about getting out their and using your endorphins...well today I'm telling you to get out there and laugh. Tell a joke, a funny story, or just listen to one...your day will seem brighter and you might add a little bounce to your step.
To often in today's life we forget about the little things because we get wrapped up in issues that, though are important, aren't the reason for living. When you go into work (or you telecommute) take the five minutes to talk with your co-worker...instead of venting a concern or frustration...make it a point to say something good or fun that happened to you, or that your going to do. Try for a second to always see that glass half full....I guess you could say I am inspired from this blog in watching the news on the tragedies that are occurring around the world...and I got ashamed of myself for not being able to fit the 50 inch TV I bought in our cars and had to return and being a grump for the whole day about it....I let something so small and insignificant ruin a whole day....a whole day that could have been spent enjoying every little thing that made me smile.
I sound like Susie sunshine...or Pollyanna....which reminds me of my best friend Melanie...she always said "shorty....play the glad game" because I often came home from my Financial Aid Job with complaints....she always encouraged me to speak of the good things in my day and let the bad things just fall away....
so my challenge to you my faithful three readers....play the glad game for one whole week. Try your hardest to seek out the good things...(I'm not saying ignore all things bad because that comes with life too) I just want you to try to put the bad on the back burner and cook yourself a heaping hot pot of GLAD! And if you can do it for one week...you can do it from now on!
Now get to it !
I think the phrase "laughter is the best medicine" can go a long way...especially in our filed of work (we manage assisted living homes for the elderly).
Nothing is a better sound then a bunch of people laughing and enjoying each others company. This morning I have had quite a few hard, from the belly laughs...you know the kind that you can't control and sometimes can even bring a tear of joy from your eye....and let me tell you it really does set the mood for the whole day.
I recently blogged about getting out their and using your endorphins...well today I'm telling you to get out there and laugh. Tell a joke, a funny story, or just listen to one...your day will seem brighter and you might add a little bounce to your step.
To often in today's life we forget about the little things because we get wrapped up in issues that, though are important, aren't the reason for living. When you go into work (or you telecommute) take the five minutes to talk with your co-worker...instead of venting a concern or frustration...make it a point to say something good or fun that happened to you, or that your going to do. Try for a second to always see that glass half full....I guess you could say I am inspired from this blog in watching the news on the tragedies that are occurring around the world...and I got ashamed of myself for not being able to fit the 50 inch TV I bought in our cars and had to return and being a grump for the whole day about it....I let something so small and insignificant ruin a whole day....a whole day that could have been spent enjoying every little thing that made me smile.
I sound like Susie sunshine...or Pollyanna....which reminds me of my best friend Melanie...she always said "shorty....play the glad game" because I often came home from my Financial Aid Job with complaints....she always encouraged me to speak of the good things in my day and let the bad things just fall away....
so my challenge to you my faithful three readers....play the glad game for one whole week. Try your hardest to seek out the good things...(I'm not saying ignore all things bad because that comes with life too) I just want you to try to put the bad on the back burner and cook yourself a heaping hot pot of GLAD! And if you can do it for one week...you can do it from now on!
Now get to it !
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
"Endorphins Make You Happy.....
Happy people just dont kill their husbands....they just don't" ~Elle Woods.
Well people another opinion from my short self is coming your way.
Exercise is the BEST anti-depressent, Stress relief, Mood booster, and of course fat burning facet around.
I have always been a relatively active person, coaching two college teams, my own work out plan (thanks mel m) and of course the weekly outings to "the club" kept me fit in NH...and then I moved to cheese land. I kinda stopped all that...and found myself not being depressed but just not my peppy, spunky, fun self. Not to mention the stress level of my job multiplied by thirty...
Weight Gained, and poopy attitude made me realize HEY GIRL get it together.
I purchased the Biggest Loser Cardio Max dvd and religiously visit fitness magazines website for cool new weight training circuits to work on and have taken up walking in the am with my lady (what a great way to start the day).....and let me tell you
THERE'S A DIFFERENCE. I find myself to be my funny self, a little sparkle in my eye, and well just in a better mood.
As the weather warms up, get out there people do a little bit of exercise....get that heart rate up and watch "life" seem to get a little better with a little help from those endorphins :o)
peace and love all!
Well people another opinion from my short self is coming your way.
Exercise is the BEST anti-depressent, Stress relief, Mood booster, and of course fat burning facet around.
I have always been a relatively active person, coaching two college teams, my own work out plan (thanks mel m) and of course the weekly outings to "the club" kept me fit in NH...and then I moved to cheese land. I kinda stopped all that...and found myself not being depressed but just not my peppy, spunky, fun self. Not to mention the stress level of my job multiplied by thirty...
Weight Gained, and poopy attitude made me realize HEY GIRL get it together.
I purchased the Biggest Loser Cardio Max dvd and religiously visit fitness magazines website for cool new weight training circuits to work on and have taken up walking in the am with my lady (what a great way to start the day).....and let me tell you
THERE'S A DIFFERENCE. I find myself to be my funny self, a little sparkle in my eye, and well just in a better mood.
As the weather warms up, get out there people do a little bit of exercise....get that heart rate up and watch "life" seem to get a little better with a little help from those endorphins :o)
peace and love all!
Saturday, May 10, 2008
rain rain go away
Here I sit on a gloomy Saturday wasting my life away in front of my lap top....So I got to thinking....Aren't we supposed to have May Flowers right now? Nope not in WI we've got overcast skies and rain in the forecast...BOOO!
This past week seemed to have me going at about three times full speed ahead and this up coming week isn't going to be any easier....I long for the days that I spend them dancing and creating dance...(soon my friends soon!)
I have another interview next week at Edgewood College, a small private institution here in Madison. We'll see how well it goes. If I could get that and possibly work a little something out with the dance studio I may be able to hang up my Payroll HR hat for good. I will NEVER work in this field again. I dont know what I got myself into...I find myself longing to be a receptionist again rather then deal with what I do deal with in this position.
Oh...on another note.. NOTE TO SELF! 50 inch flat screen HDTV's do NOT fit in a Toyota Camry or a Mecury Cougar. After about 4 trips to and from the Wisconsin Dells we still do not have our supersized tv that we purchased. Ended up getting our money back and are still watching our little old 21 incher.....Did I mention I crushed my wee hand?
Well I guess I'll spare you any more rambling. Have a great rest of the weekend All!
xoxo
This past week seemed to have me going at about three times full speed ahead and this up coming week isn't going to be any easier....I long for the days that I spend them dancing and creating dance...(soon my friends soon!)
I have another interview next week at Edgewood College, a small private institution here in Madison. We'll see how well it goes. If I could get that and possibly work a little something out with the dance studio I may be able to hang up my Payroll HR hat for good. I will NEVER work in this field again. I dont know what I got myself into...I find myself longing to be a receptionist again rather then deal with what I do deal with in this position.
Oh...on another note.. NOTE TO SELF! 50 inch flat screen HDTV's do NOT fit in a Toyota Camry or a Mecury Cougar. After about 4 trips to and from the Wisconsin Dells we still do not have our supersized tv that we purchased. Ended up getting our money back and are still watching our little old 21 incher.....Did I mention I crushed my wee hand?
Well I guess I'll spare you any more rambling. Have a great rest of the weekend All!
xoxo
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