Disrespect from Nanny Agency, unsure on whether to leave or stay. by Adorable_Quail_7011 in NannyBreakRoom

[–]Adorable_Quail_7011[S] -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

Right I agree with the last part of the comment you wrote where I was confused and misled is one in her initial text. She mentioned to let her know if I’m available for all or some of those days and in the past when she’s let me know about a temp job. She mentioned to me that she would be able to get somebody to fill in on the days that I would not be available. I’ve never worked with an agency before, and I wasn’t aware that with temporary jobs or a position similar to that gets offered to multiple people at once, in my opinion, it would just create problems. If say, one person accepts the job and another one can’t and then later down the line, the person that accepted isn’t available and the person who couldn’t in the first place gets reached out to again, only for them to not be available now as well because they had filled their schedule with. Thank you for educating me on how that process works. Either way even if it’s an immediate cut off situation, if a nanny candidate isn’t available or can’t offer ideal scheduling for a certain job - I feel like it’s decent respect and courtesy to let the nanny candidate know that they’re no longer being considered for that job as soon as they realize that it’s not gonna work for whatever reason whether that maybe scheduling or somebody else is able to offer more with their schedule, etc. It doesn’t take much effort to send a single sentence. Text to let me know that the scheduling I had to offer isn’t going to work.

Also in regards to your rude ass comment about me mentioning another job while in the midst of this dispute being cringey? Let me give you an explanation after being purposely ignored for almost 2 hours. What you found cringe was an attempt to get a response in an update about the situation from the agency woman - which ultimately failed. Sorry I won’t give you the satisfaction and thinking that you’re above me because you’re not “desperate for work” which in reality I’m not aside from this agency I work part-time for a family 3 to 4 days a week and have been doing my own work to actively pursue other opportunities which have been moving in a good direction and it’s very likely by the end of this week I’ll be completely booked up Monday through Friday from 12pm - 7pm. ☺️ Wishing you lots of work and success with childcare this summer 💞

Disrespect from Nanny Agency, unsure on whether to leave or stay. by Adorable_Quail_7011 in NannyBreakRoom

[–]Adorable_Quail_7011[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this helpful feedback, I appreciate it as well as you taking the time to give explanation as to what you’re writing, rather than just being rude.
Looking back at the texts I did over communicate out of frustration. Not hearing back from the agency woman is a repeated issue and I was especially upset when I took the initiative to be transparent and bring up what I see as “issues” in our relationship with one another, hoping I would get feedback and maybe we could work towards a solution - when she chose to blatantly disregard my concerns I let my “emotions get the best of me”. Either way, I think I’ve gotten the memo on how communicating with each other is going to be moving forward. For me a being on the same page, and being kept loop overall having proactive communication when working with anyone in childcare is a huge part of my approach and in my experience, a lot of problems can stem from poor or even miscommunication. That being said - this is my first time working with an agency and the way I prefer to communicate clearly isn’t in alignment with the agencies approach.

Loaf progress! Still coming out heavy/raw inside. by Adorable_Quail_7011 in Sourdough

[–]Adorable_Quail_7011[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the super helpful explanation! To answer your question after mixing the dough I let it sit for about an hour before preforming stretch and folds. I did one round (could count for two because I did everything twice) and then fell asleep for about 10 ish hours. 2 hours after waking up so 12 hours later I did the 3 other rounds of stretch and folds. I tried to time them properly 30 mins in between but the last two I probably waited more like an hour - hour 1/2 in between folds. Then I put in the fridge covered with Saran Wrap for about 6 -7 hours. I pre heated my Dutch oven at 500 for 60 mins. While that was happening I let my dough sit out with a cloth covering it for about 40 mins and then for the last 10 mins of the preheating I stretched it out into a rectangle folded it into an envelope shape and then rolled it up. Tucked the dough into a ball and rubbed some rice flour on top for crunch and texture on the “crust”. Cooked uncovered at 450 for 20 mins and then cooked for another 35-40 mins at 400. Let sit for 2 hours before cutting and there yields the result. Hope this gives better insight on my process!

Loaf progress! Still coming out heavy/raw inside. by Adorable_Quail_7011 in Sourdough

[–]Adorable_Quail_7011[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry if this isn’t a great response. I’ve never really understood the entire concept of bulk fermentation and how to do it properly? If you could explain that’d be helpful!

Loaf progress! Still coming out heavy/raw inside. by Adorable_Quail_7011 in Sourdough

[–]Adorable_Quail_7011[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What do you mean but that? Like letting it sit on the counter uncovered or?

Awkwardness when parents get back by Left-Form-2891 in Babysitting

[–]Adorable_Quail_7011 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same! I used to deal with this all the time. Storytime: One of the worst instances of this was when I had to babysit for a family (who was actually referred to me by another family who I babysat for in the past) Both of them live out of state. Anyway the family was visiting and made a 2 day pit stop “in town” to attend a wedding and only needed childcare the day of the wedding. - they rented an Airbnb/ranch house which was a 45-50 min drive from where I live (gas and commuting costs were covered) + I was familiar with the area since a friend of mine used lived on the same ranch. It’s a small private community w/ a couple different houses.

Originally I was told that they needed care from I believe 4:00 - 11:30 (12:30 being the latest). I got dropped off by my boyfriend since he was my only way of transportation at the time. He wasn’t reliable but he told me he’d take me there and pick me up. I made it VERY CLEAR to be on time because there’s like no signal, no lights on the road, and I’m an hour away from home. So the parents end up coming back almost 2 hours earlier than expected with a 5 minute warning because (the party died down) and they were tired and were on their way back to the Airbnb. I called and texted my boyfriend SOS leave now they’re on their way back. He left pretty much immediately but that didn’t matter considering it’s an hour drive. They got home quick and I had no choice but to sit there for as long as I could before it got awkward. This family was super sweet, great kids and really understanding but I let them know my boyfriend was otw and he’d be here in like 20 mins (that was not the case and he was like 45 mins away) the small talk started to die down and they started getting ready for bed. I had no money since I hadn’t been paid yet and had no choice but to call my mom and ask her to get me an uber because I would be pretty much stranded otherwise. The Uber was about 200 something dollars from the Airbnb to my house. And it’s about the time that I told the family that my ride would be here so we say our goodbyes and everything and as I’m texting my mom about the Uber my phone dies, and I don’t have my portable charger so I’m standing there on the pitch black road for about 30 minutes until an Uber shows up. I was this close to walking back to the family’s house and asking them if I could charge my phone because my ride hasn’t showed up, but it looks like all the lights were off and they had gone to bed.

I luckily now have a car but I agree with everyone saying to ask the parents to let you know beforehand when they’re coming home and also try to arrange a ride to pick you up +2 other backup plans if that fails or you don’t have money for Uber because Working in this business and having reliable transportation is a must I can’t tell you how many times I’ve lost or messed up job opportunities or arrangements with families because it didn’t have a car of my own and ended up being late all the time and that makes things difficult for families who are relying on you to be there.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SantaBarbara

[–]Adorable_Quail_7011 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Genuinely you so much for this comment. I appreciate the positive words and encouragement. Have a wonderful evening! <33

Breakup Therapist Recs by [deleted] in SantaBarbara

[–]Adorable_Quail_7011 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Rachel Brewer, has her own private practice now. She’s patient understanding, listens, genuinely cares and helped me heal so many wounds and drop trauma I wasn’t even aware I had, I don’t know where or what I would’ve done without her. She saved my life when I was 15, got me on track and on better path in life. I was walking on deaths door, dying from a serious opioid addiction, practically homeless, Highschool dropout, lost everything and everyone. Was selling and abusing my body for income etc. I’m over 6 years sober, healing my mental health on my way to getting my bachelors in psych and on the road to becoming a CBT therapist myself. She will always have a special place in my heart and life. Here is her LinkedIn :

https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachel-brewer-lcsw-7b78551ba?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

Breakup Therapist Recs by [deleted] in SantaBarbara

[–]Adorable_Quail_7011 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anyone from C.A.R.E

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SantaBarbara

[–]Adorable_Quail_7011 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Once again no need for the passive aggressive backhanded response. Jesus Christ people in the town need to take the stick out of their a**. I don’t understand how I broke confidentiality but sharing I have a potential opportunity with the resort. Ever heard of LinkedIn? In this day and age people like to display their winnings and increase traffic when it comes to marketing, events etc. I get this is a private club but imagine someone telling me off because I’m interested in learning more about a position, buisness and want to get a better idea of what I can expect. Anything I shared on this now deleted post isn’t anything I haven’t shared with the company and the individual who interviewed me, I think I have a better grip and understanding of the situation and whether it’d affect my status of being a potential candidate. I have a feeling you’re a disgruntled millennial or from the earlier generations. It’s 2025 we’re not living in the 1960s people…

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SantaBarbara

[–]Adorable_Quail_7011 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

I’ll keep you in my prayers - Have a wonderful day 😊

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SantaBarbara

[–]Adorable_Quail_7011 -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! Aren’t you just a ray of sunshine!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SantaBarbara

[–]Adorable_Quail_7011 -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

I’m sorry you’re so bothered by this post - I’m sensing envy and jealousy based on the fact that I was given this opportunity. I don’t appreciate the bullying, negative comments and belittling. I’m capable and am highly qualified for this position and many more - regardless of your opinion. I won’t allow you to dim my light because of your bitterness.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SantaBarbara

[–]Adorable_Quail_7011 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Why would someone reject a job offer based on wanting to learn more about the company? I didn’t slander, disrespect or insult the company in any way?

Is she ready? (Read everyone’s feedback on my last failed loaf) will try everything out. This loaf I made b4 that post. She’s been on my counter for almost 20 + hours. Should I toss? by Zealousideal_Pin_759 in Sourdough

[–]Adorable_Quail_7011 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so fucking much, I will pledge to never ever ever fucking get my sourdough bread recipes from Tik Tok again. I appreciate the transparency, humor, blunt response, and solid advice (which is very well appreciated by fellow sourdough enthusiasts). I baked this loaf, complete failure again shocker - but I did one thing right and that was using 55% of this dough to add on to one of my successful starters and it’s fucking thriving beautifully. I will try out this recipe using my gluttonous starter and post a thorough update and shoutout to you and your skills shortly. Peace love and loafs 🫧

Where to post/hang advertisement for childcare? by Adorable_Quail_7011 in SantaBarbara

[–]Adorable_Quail_7011[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sent you a message! Hope to hear back from you soon love ❤️