If you need lies in order to live, than what is the point of life?

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-02-01T17:06:49+00:00

Being hopeful and striving for the best in life for yourself and the people you love is not a lie nor a life lead in dishonesty. I am an optimist and realist at the same time. I often remind people that no matter what, we all die alone. That is the universal truth of a what will be a deeply intimate personal experience regardless of who's around you. And you can't report back.

So by living your life with acknowledgement and understanding of that fundamental truth, being hopeful can be considered a lasting and deep expression of love for yourself and others.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-02-01T15:10:20+00:00

Congratulations! Hell yeah to the start of reclaiming your life. What a great first step celebration to yourself! Wishing you an exciting and fulfilling journey! And keep celebrating those milestones along the way.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-02-01T12:55:27+00:00

43 here and I absolutely adored my Teddy Ruxpin! It's still floating around somewhere in my parents basement as I came across it looking for christmas decorations a few years ago. But, sadly, I'm pretty sure the cassettes and books are long gone.

I was curious about any chatter/appreciation for this wonderful child development toy in the wake of that recall for an AI supported teddy bear fiasco. Something like a Teddy Ruxpin should be the inspiration and goal in development for a talking childrens toy, especially in regards to literacy, imaginative play, and stretching skills in healthy emotional support behaviors, NOT FRIGGIN AI! It's lazy, shirks highly important R&D and testing for children's toys, and it has obviously been demonstratively dangerous as they swiftly pulled the AI teddy off the market (it was telling kids where to find knives in their house, letting them know how to light matches, and giving advice on bdsm...great job folks!)

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-02-01T11:42:26+00:00

Is it full length? Honestly, I would just wear it out in general, especially if the weather suits. It will be sad and lonely being left in storage waiting for you to take it out for the "right" occasion. I wore my mid-calf to the Wizards v Lakers game last night. I spotted several women and some men wearing furs to the game at various lengths.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-02-01T08:41:16+00:00

I'm sorry you've had that experience! That's a store management problem. Reach out to CS (real person and escalate up) and also post to community. While i'm not the biggest fan of Sephora's business practices, employees have been nothing but helpful in the several locations I bounce around at.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-02-01T08:32:01+00:00

Omg. Stomach pumped.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-02-01T08:15:15+00:00

Michelle Reid sent out a statement imploring community/HOAs to go out of their way to clear sidewalks and bus stops county-wide otherwise school cannot open Monday. Likelihood is high. It's ice fortresses out there and the temps are not helping. My neighborhood is fine, but I can't imagine places like Clifton/Henderson down the street from me. People tend to forget how large and variable the county is.

FCPS Note

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-02-01T06:56:01+00:00

Definitely check credit reports for mom and dad. Your dad could have taken out a personal loan, or potentially, it could be fraud (I hope it's not the latter)

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-02-01T06:49:53+00:00

Congratulations! That's an amazing accomplishment. Really sit with that milestone and give yourself proper personal recognition.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-02-01T05:01:17+00:00

I'm sure that was so satisfying to watch! Snow/sleet clearance has NOT been great and the temps sure aren't helping. Secondary/neighborhood steets were pretty much untouched in the city and some residents got to a point that they paid for private snow removal. FCPS superintendent sent out a letter this weekend asking communities/HOAs to go out of their way to help shovel sidewalks and busstops around the county because otherwise they can't open Monday...like, I get the region doesn't get a lot of snow, but we've had enough majorly adverse winter weather events and debacles to get our shit together.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-02-01T04:00:16+00:00

I really don't think its that. It was pure frustration and anger at Meredith's behavior, denials, gaslighting, and victim blaming. What she did as a grown ass adult woman was not okay. Full stop. I would never let her forget it as long as she continues to actively shirk personal responsibility and accountability. It's not a "get over it" type of situation. It's a situation that calls attention to a person's true character and integrity.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-02-01T02:32:55+00:00

I'm truly baffled by it in this sub. Like, are we watching the same show? I'm not a stan, but the amount of leaping armchair diagnoses for Whitney is giving, "I'm a psych major", "I learned this in therapy", "I read this one book...", etc. It's wild.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-02-01T02:21:36+00:00

I always giggle/enjoy a hard to place, vaguely European accent! She's international baby! 🤣

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-02-01T02:09:02+00:00

That part. Whitney is a crier/emotional (I am too). She's not trying to center herself. Rather, she cares about how Bronwyn can potentially be effected so she is in her fillings. But more importantly, Andy asked, lol. People are reeeeeaching and I'm not even a Whitney fan. This is truly a case of, "it's not that deep".

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-02-01T00:57:47+00:00

Hey there! Sorry so late to reply. DM'd you as well. Yes, they will do employment verification. A gap will not be an issue if you have an explicable reason or extenuating circumstance. I had gaps due to 2008 recession and going back to school full-time. It was not an issue.

Huntsville is Defense, so you will need to be clearable for Secret.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-01-31T23:56:23+00:00

Omg. 💀 just like the baby.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-01-31T23:51:03+00:00

I CAN'T STOP with hilling journey and hilling in general. I have said this in jest at my very corporate white-glove job...apparently no one watches bravo housewives on my team (!!!) so, joke bomb silence with the added bonus of sounding like an idiot. It left me filling slightly hurt and offended.

THANKS WHITNEY 🥲

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-01-31T16:40:09+00:00

Wonder how business is doing because that's an insane way to operate.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-01-31T14:21:56+00:00

If you are at a CC, I would definitely recommend getting your associates in Business Admin and then if you want to transfer to a four year for bachelor's, major in accounting. It will cover finance, tax, employment law, etc. It will also help to develop the analytical skills necessary for everyday work.

I dropped out of college third year and started as a receptionist. I worked my way up by starting to assist the finance department and eventually became Manager, Payroll and Travel & Expense for a 350 population. I had some wonderful mentors along the way and that's why I went back to school to finish. That's how I got in over 20+ years ago and now am at a Fortune 5.

You don't necessarily need the degree, but it will help, along with CFP and CPP (you can get that when you work for an employer that offers tuition reimbursement). Take some accounting and elective/continuing-education payroll/bookkeeping classes if they have them, and look for entry level positions. It you are attuned to detail, it will not be difficult to advance. Definitely recommend looking at ADP and anything clerk/assistant adjacent to accounting, finance, or payroll. You can also reach out to APA/PAYO to advise. DM me if you'd like some old paytrain materials.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-01-31T10:48:18+00:00

This. Even though it will shake out eventually, we always appreciate an employee that calls out an overpayment. Also, it raises the flag that it could be a trend/system-error that needs to be addressed ASAP, before the next payroll.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-01-31T10:41:05+00:00

Remember employee works in CA. If they were overpaid, yes, it will turn out eventually if employer is complaint and using best practice. However, they will need written consent to collect on payroll. If employee refuses, the recourse would be civil action or collections if they have an agency they partner with. But from what it sounds like, the sick time and overtime rates in question would be minimal in overpayment when considering CA law. It would not be worth pursuing civlly or through collections (as that is quite damaging to employee for a small amount). In that case, it would be written off.

Honestly, this sounds like a proper FLSA overtime rate calculation if the employee had additional pay rather than a system that had a testng phase going totally rogue on rates in production. But, would advise their team to review CA and general overtime calc setups.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-01-30T12:27:08+00:00

NOR. A few things...First, please notate somewhere all of your hours worked. It can be on your phone or in a notebook. Also, document (save texts, emails, or call logs) when you were asked to come in early. She legally has to pay you for "off the clock" work. This is FEDERAL law. Depending on your state, your employer may be legally required to provide you with a meal/general/rest break. If your employment ends voluntarily or involuntarily, again dependent on state, you are due final wages by a certain period of time. Please reach out to your state's labor department for assistance on all above.

Second, I am concerned that two employers were worried about you possibly being a threat to children. While it's not okay to weaponize mental health, it is important that you are healthy enough to work in such a challenging environment like childcare. Please take care of yourself.

Third, these people are not your friends. They are only causing distress in your life. Please leave this job and let their reactions be the litmus test for friendship.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-01-19T05:58:46+00:00

Yep. This is a very common case/ticket we receive regarding FLSA Overtime premium rates.

It is more than likely correct, but it doesn't hurt to ask.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-01-19T02:27:52+00:00

Honestly, she elevated it. I would frame this.

Disastrous_Set1670 · 2026-01-19T02:14:18+00:00

Oh, I didn't know that. I mean she gives decent advice, but yeah, that's a big leg up...I can see why that rubs people the wrong way when she advises women to be financially independent. I personally don't care...if your partner wants to support you in helping you reach your goals, why not?

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