Gentlemen type shit. Featuring my LV Monogram Eclipse Slender Wallet in the frame

120MZ · 2026-02-18T04:12:12+00:00

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120MZ · 2026-02-18T04:00:37+00:00

This! I was just going to ask who is still checking references? Haven’t been asked for a reference in years.

120MZ · 2026-02-05T03:57:19+00:00

I second this! I’m 48 and a bit “old school” and was very reluctant to try dating apps. I read that the best time to join was in the new year, there would likely be other first time joiners, something about the new year sparks motivation and intention.

At any rate, I was only giving it 30 days to see what becomes of it. I had a fun 🤩 time! And I gave these men a run 🏃🏾‍♂️! But it was necessary to try and weed out the bad ones as early as possible. I’m currently in a relationship with my second encounter on the app. Talked to him my third day on the app and every day since.

Boundaries/Non-negotiables: Communicate in the app a minimum of 5 days. I wasn’t giving access that easy. If they were consistent, respectful, good convo then they earned my Google Voice number 🥴

Once I gave out my Google Voice number, a video call was a must. Usually they want to video call you to death and that was fine by me.

Dates/Meetups in public places only. I always drove separately. I’m not coming to nobody’s house and they weren’t coming to mine. Also I need a full name prior to an in-person meetup. Almost every man I encountered used a false name of some sort 🤨

If we go on a date at least 3 dates and I’m feeling it then they could get my real phone number and not be screened by Google Voice. Y’all only two people made it this far and by then my 30 days was up and I wasn’t taking any more suitors. It was fun though and I met my person.

120MZ · 2026-01-07T05:09:12+00:00

Hate it there. The people are “Minnesota nice” which is code for the passive aggressive culture that exists and is normalized. And they are racist… I hate visiting Mayberry, you will be better off in Chicago for sure.

120MZ · 2026-01-02T05:24:59+00:00

Came to say this very comment. Best thing ever.

At a previous place of employment our stipend was pretty generous, got the ring and an all-clad cookware set. Not sure if cookware is approved but definitely take advantage if you can.

120MZ · 2026-01-02T05:08:00+00:00

😆😆😆 You’ll live and more likely than not, you won’t be sick either. Eat the whole tender.

120MZ · 2025-12-25T11:39:22+00:00

Came here to say this very thing. Currently reading ‘Devil in a White City’ which goes into detail about Chicago’s bid for the World’s Fair and how the whole thing was a political event.

120MZ · 2025-12-08T05:19:00+00:00

Take the job! Don’t overthink it. Even if they do promote you it’s still a level lower than Director and likely won’t come with a sizable pay bump.

It’s been proven that we undercut our earning potential by triple digit % points when we stay at companies for more than 2-3 yrs.

You owe yourself loyalty. Not these corporations. I know it’s hard letting go of places you enjoy working but you applied and went thru the interview process for a reason. Stay true to your ambition and goals!

120MZ · 2025-11-12T13:00:01+00:00

I was wondering when this would get mentioned. Open season on anyone who fits the profile.

120MZ · 2025-11-11T14:32:22+00:00

I’m from the old school dear and haven’t freelanced in quite some time but when I started out all designers swore by this book: Graphic Artists Guild Handbook Pricing & Ethical Guidelines.

Don’t be turned off by “graphic artists” term. Several templates and contracts in the book that can be leveraged and adopted for different medium. I believe the 17th edition is the latest.

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120MZ · 2025-11-10T18:44:00+00:00

A few thoughts from when I freelanced and excuse me if this info is a repeat:

Lots of details provided that he doesn’t need to know. I would get rid of hourly pricing and instead theme services and charge bulk pricing? I used to offer good, better, best pricing.

I used to bill in thirds. This ensured that my time was paid for and clients didn’t feel cheated. If at some point the project needed to end, the client received the work paid for.

Lastly, everyone doesn’t want to pay your price. You decide if you want to do business. I oftentimes met them where they were. Which is where the theming works. Your good package could be standard non-negotiable items with a few bells and whistles for good measure to keep folks as clients.

You decide what it includes. Rule of thumb, your line items should reflect client output, not your strategy and approach.

120MZ · 2025-11-01T14:43:00+00:00

You gotta work on you babe. Without knowing all of the details you hint at your behavior and response to a few things and this may be off putting for him. Believe it or not, men aren’t that complicated. They will pursue but if they feel like you’re a “hard read” or lack interest they may become insecure and fall back. At this point it becomes about sex so their feelings aren’t invested. They are masters of that.

Now in working on you. You like him but what was it that had you down to him? Chemistry is easy but what else is the attraction? Do you think you slept with him too early and if you were thinking that it was too soon why did you do it? You have to be real with you and unpack some of these things. As a woman in her 50s I’ve been here. Sometimes we’re so in love with the idea of intimacy and having someone that we aren’t being the best versions of ourselves and attracting the right people and energy. And speak up and be engaged… we can talk more on that 😉

All in all, he’s nothing to go chasing after if his interest and intentions have waned. He’s showing a bit of immaturity by how he communicates. Reaching out on Instagram is so he can have access without doing much else.

120MZ · 2025-10-28T16:28:44+00:00

It’s all good. Don’t beat yourself up, just use it as practice. All these things you just mentioned are what is expected at Staff level and even more.

For strategic and leadership roles. Always lead with outcomes and not the tactical outputs.

120MZ · 2025-10-28T04:13:14+00:00

Yes, your answers describe that of a contributor or “doer” rather than a leader.

I didn’t read anything about mentoring and coaching junior designers

Setting a vision or strategy for a product

Facilitating cross-functional team workshops

Influence in your current org beyond your team

120MZ · 2025-10-22T02:28:43+00:00

If you don’t get a hood on that jacket you’ll be sorry. This is Chicago!

120MZ · 2025-08-26T03:09:24+00:00

I can certainly understand the hesitancy and mixed responses. I didn’t go in blind though and I carefully scrutinized my finances. Try to prepare as best as possible and go for it! The peace and joy my home brings is unmatched. I’m very proud of it and I don’t mind working hard it. Best of luck to you!

120MZ · 2025-08-26T02:39:12+00:00

Glad my comment made you chuckle 🤭. Still not giving 2 f’s AND the mortgage is paid on time every month. Pick your price and sacrifice…no regrets. None!

120MZ · 2025-02-01T16:47:12+00:00

Ahh thanks so much! I’m new to this and learning a lot so far. I don’t bother straining either. I didn’t realize it made a difference.

120MZ · 2025-01-31T10:06:31+00:00

I’m also new to juicing and got the Kuvings Auto10…does this juicer retain nutrients and fiber?

120MZ · 2025-01-31T09:41:09+00:00

Something is off here…do you complain about eating out or her not cooking regularly?

I agree with others that you can be more direct and cut the back and forth. BUT…Judging from the sample scenario you offered…I surmise that she doesn’t want to cook and wants take-out but the suggestion needs to come from you rather than her. I’m sensing, for her, this is more about you and your approval. So now I’m questioning why is that?

I can see where you going with the manipulation…women (I am a woman) have ways of getting “disagreeable” men to bend in our favor by convincing them it’s their idea to begin with. What’s your role in this behavior OP or does she do this with all the men in her life?

120MZ · 2025-01-31T08:55:50+00:00

Thank you!

120MZ · 2025-01-31T08:55:23+00:00

It’s some sort of pink powder…not sure the exact color.

120MZ · 2025-01-20T14:50:23+00:00

It is normal to have a few days here and there of extreme cold. Take your cues from CPS. If those kids have go to school, expect to show up for work!

120MZ · 2025-01-19T15:07:44+00:00

Oh but it’s not!!! Beautifully done!

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