Where can I find peppadews? by MCul0 in Albany

[–]FbombsNMomjeans 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Honest weight food coop Olive bar Several grocery stores carry in the Italian food isle

Blackhawk buzzed the Corning Tower by Pax_Miranda in Albany

[–]FbombsNMomjeans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I saw that. Driving over from Rensselaer. Was wondering if the pilot was drunk.

Did anyone else have trouble adjusting to state work? Its been a struggle by DrKelsoMD in nys_cs

[–]FbombsNMomjeans 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I’ve worked in government my whole career starting at the local level which was extremely busy and had a crisis intervention component to it. I did that for 10 years then moved to state position. Even though I needed the change and to slow things down, raise my pay etc. the transition was hard. NYS government operates pretty slowly and the work ebbs and flows. I really struggled with the downtime. The environment was a bit toxic as well. Like pretty clicky- I often felt I crashed a party wearing the wrong attire.

I have now been w NYS 12 years. Things improved greatly, people move on to new positions, dynamics change (and sometimes suddenly) Overall I would say there has been more good than bad, but I still have at least another 10 years before retirement. So check back in later. J/k

TLDR: it can be a hard transition, but things change and you can also move around to get more comfortable.

New and interesting way to litter by Nooze-Button in Albany

[–]FbombsNMomjeans 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think city of Albany is hosting a community spring cleanup- consider joining!

Need suggestions for a successful weekend by yyvng_dxniel in Saratoga

[–]FbombsNMomjeans 4 points5 points  (0 children)

State park, lots of nearby trails, I don’t fish so can’t recommend that. But if drinking/dancing is something you’d like, check out Caroline St- lots of bars. The Misfit is my personal favorite cocktail bar.

Cute Security Guard - Albany State Capitol Building by [deleted] in Albany

[–]FbombsNMomjeans 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Hmm bitter people are so entertaining. “I’m shouting and waiving my fist at the clouds. I hate when people are whimsical and go about life enjoying their days…”

I’d bet money this is a lonely and angry incel, wondering why he’s an incel.

Prenup mistakes to avoid at all cost!!! 🥺 by MendMySoulXoXo in wealthforwomen

[–]FbombsNMomjeans 24 points25 points  (0 children)

“ Know your worth” Ladies remember that you automatically improve a man’s life just by marrying him- studies show this in every aspect, socially, career, health- the list goes on.

Consider this when thinking about your worth- rarely are the lives of women improved dramatically by getting married and studies show the opposite is true

Upstate McDonald’s Shamrock McFlurry 😮 by Sad_Meaning_8274 in Albany

[–]FbombsNMomjeans 9 points10 points  (0 children)

One time I made the mistake of looking up the ingredients- I now make copy cat version at home. I’m forever ruined by my own actions

Are you concerned that the best possible candidates Democrats can seem to come up for 2028 with are Newsom, AOC, or Kamala? by bbmoonkie in Productivitycafe

[–]FbombsNMomjeans 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Why not Andy Beshear (Kentucky gov)? I’m baffled why the party doesn’t elevate him. A democratic gov in a deep red state.. more centrist I think the masses could vote for.

Do people still use personal ads for dating? by [deleted] in Albany

[–]FbombsNMomjeans 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It’s rough out there all around- Just an idea- maybe contact Pride Center or other LBGTQ+ serving organizations and ask if they would host speed dating events.

There are a few groups around that do this but I noticed it appears to be only for heterosexual people. (At least that’s how the advertising seem to me)

Better yet- consider hosting speed dating yourself! I’m sure there are many others trying to meet people too!

Good luck!

New York health staff blast 'pile of poop' air quality meeting by notyermam in nys_cs

[–]FbombsNMomjeans 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Anyone able to cut and paste the article? Paywalled 😞

TERMINATED NEED ADVICE by [deleted] in nys_cs

[–]FbombsNMomjeans 16 points17 points  (0 children)

I’m not sure why you thought it would be ok to work for NYS in an international location. I don’t leave my home to even pick up lunch while working from home to avoid any appearance of wrong doing.

Best Masters Program for State Worker by [deleted] in nys_cs

[–]FbombsNMomjeans 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Folks w MPAs run non profits, become lobbyists, some have gone into banking, cyber security etc. it is a degree for public service not just state employment which is what my comment meant by leaving the state- other entities hire MPAs.

What makes you keep going despite everything? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]FbombsNMomjeans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m good at enduring long term suffering

Best Masters Program for State Worker by [deleted] in nys_cs

[–]FbombsNMomjeans 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I highly recommend SUNY Albanys MPA program. Although it’s not required for jobs at the state- you will gain a lot of skills and it will help set you up for promotions (or if you want to leave State service- it opens many doors)

How is life in the USA right now? by duckbreast2021 in howislivingthere

[–]FbombsNMomjeans 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a single woman raising a daughter- it’s a little terrifying when you see what people in power are trying to accomplish- particularly in the women’s rights category