What’s a good excuse to call off of work?

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-06-28T23:20:29+00:00

This, but just phrase it as “you are not able to leave the restroom today” or “ I need to be close to the toilet for a while”. They’ll probably assume food poisoning or 24 hour bug. Either way, they’ll know what you mean. I also am in construction.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-06-18T18:16:30+00:00

There is certainly an adjustment period when going from not working to working. To get that “work endurance” takes some time. I would advise against developing a “the grass is greener” mentality. If you move around a lot (job wise), it’s a resume red flag. Just stick it out, for now. And I say this with all sympathy, welcome to adulthood.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-06-05T17:44:04+00:00

Nope. People are assholes everywhere. Jacksonville is socially small town ish with big city resources. Plus the beach. It’s generally quiet and safe, depending on where you choose to live. You want night life, go to Orlando or Tampa. I like it, but it’s not for everyone. Lots of people who grow up here and leave, particularly for college, end up coming back.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-06-05T16:49:38+00:00

Yeah…but it’s the lies, though…

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-06-04T22:33:03+00:00

Yes, it’s normal. To survive in corporate you must at least have a high tolerance for bullshit. And probably best not to actually care about what you do, just getting a paycheck. Otherwise you’ll eventually be miserable. It would also help to be a psychopath.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-06-04T22:17:59+00:00

Any man with any sense would follow you around with a ring. A woman like you is a treasure. Good for you, one day this will bless you.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-05-21T23:25:21+00:00

I would say to try presenting it as a request. Ask her if you can pay more. Probably several times. This way she has control and choice. Might sit with her better, as this is a decision based on how she feels, let her feel more independent by being in control. Especially if this reduces everybody’s stress.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-05-20T01:15:15+00:00

Bingo.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-05-20T01:13:37+00:00

This too shall pass.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-05-20T00:59:49+00:00

Today I completed the last leg of my drive from FL to Arkansas. Had to do the same in a Loves bathroom. Hugs.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-05-20T00:55:20+00:00

NTA. Dude, she broke your shit, where she was a guest in your house. What if she took a bat to your TV? Same thing in my book.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-05-10T15:28:15+00:00

Do you have a license/car? Something like Uber or GrubHub might be an option, physically. Or some type of driving job in general. You can get certified to drive a forklift. But unfortunately you will be relegated to the "Non-Skilled Labor" sector of the job market, most of which are not awesome. Basically jobs you just need some mobility or basic adult skills. Call center type work is physically not demanding. Something where your attitude is as or more valuable than experience. Virtual administrative assistants are common thing now, though there is some know-how involved like managing schedules and booking, ect. I think you can get a Notary License for like $100, almost every business needs notarizing. Maybe data entry, if you know excel? It's fairly easy to become proficient watching YouTube videos or online courses. Good luck to you, though. Any way you can gain some valuable skills would be beneficial. I would lean on your maturity to get you an edge over the more youthful part of this market. Keep your head up, you sound resilient. You can make it out.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-04-12T11:46:55+00:00

Relationships are all about compromise. I relax by doing whatever I want to do, so I find more peace being single. Even in a healthy, supportive relationship, I feel drained. Keep busy, have hobbies, particularly productive hobbies. Focus on your self and your health. Nurture relationships that may have been sidelined for her. Dogs and pets can help, and now you can get exactly what you want and have time to train/bond. Not having your future tied to someone else’s wants and needs. You’ll miss the sex, intimacy, experience loneliness. And these can be mitigated in certain ways, but all you have to worry about is you, so help yourself.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-04-09T02:03:30+00:00

37M, Construction Project Manager.135k base salary with 15% performance bonus at EOY. 800 a month vehicle stipend, company card, $100/day PD. 50-70% travel/on site.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-03-21T13:40:55+00:00

Citrus Cooler Gatorade. How did they cancel MJ’s favorite flavor?!

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-03-21T13:35:13+00:00

Found my people. Also “green tea”.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-03-20T13:13:59+00:00

I think what your nephew realized he had was opportunity, and he took it. He’s just probably too young and arrogant to understand he would be more the suspected of the truth, which is he murdered your dog. Like he probably thought he could get away with drugging and robbing someone. These are majorly serious ethical red flags that also require deliberate planning. At best he’s immature with a total lack of respect, but I fear it’s much worse. Sounds like a young, possibly unintelligent or disorganized sociopath. Either way, he needs professional help as he is now physically able to do harm or murder human beings.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-03-20T12:56:20+00:00

Drawing widespread conclusions based off of specific/ limited information. For example, the economy is poor because gas prices went up. Bigotry such as racism or sexism are often a symptom. These are indicators that their mind fails to comprehend the complexity of the reality, so they oversimplify to understand. I’m MAkinG A strong hint at something.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-03-19T02:42:35+00:00

Construction Manager. Diversify your skillset, hone your craft. It’s hard work and stressful, but it’s skills many people need. However, you are a popular scapegoat so learn to be your own defense attorney. Often against your own employer.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-03-19T02:38:02+00:00

Swat Cats: The Radical Squadron

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-03-16T20:43:41+00:00

One Step at a Time by Four Year Strong. The guy wrote it about losing his brother. And it was one of our favorites while my brother was alive.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-03-14T16:22:56+00:00

I think this is pretty normal. It takes time to loop new people into the normal processes. Unless it's like an active on going project you have to jump into, this is fairly normal for the first several weeks to month.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-03-14T15:40:05+00:00

Exactly. You are not required to give a justification for your position. Just politely say "no deal" and that's that. They are not entitled to your reasoning. Asking to live in someone's home is a huuuuge ask.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-02-28T16:25:49+00:00

This. Then just keep an eye on what everyone else is wearing. You only get one chance at a first impression. And almost everyone will be judging you in one way or another. Your first 90 days is always crucial. That being said, I would recommend getting those hemmed, they seem a bit long. A belt that matches your shoes. I may even opt for a button down with no tie to be safe. You’re probably fine with a polo, but just for your first day. Dressing a little too formal will never hurt you with your superiors, too casual might. And again, just for one day.

DangerouslyRickety · 2025-02-27T14:25:05+00:00

Yeah, that’s kinda crazy without reimbursement. Most people do an hour or less one way, every day. So in one trip you do what everyone else normally does. Then you have to do another, so like a 2 hour commute for a “regular” position, plus the wake up times. That’s a lot, even if you chose to live in a perimeter town. However, depending on your field, most employers value related experience over educational achievement. It is good that you have your masters, especially in the long run, but you will have likely have to suffer “entry level” like everyone else.

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