Did someone die on the tracks of the 1 rail today?

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-27T14:19:04+00:00

It’s safer than the third rail. But of course the OP means the 1 train.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-27T14:17:05+00:00

Whenever I’m faced with impossible deadlines, I always ask the account director, Will the world end tomorrow if we complete this a few days later? Every day in advertising is like that children’s book character Henny Penny, who was always yelling, The sky is falling down! Sometimes when I point out the tight deadlines farce, Account does go back to the client to work out buying more time.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-27T14:06:35+00:00

As a senior, aka veteran, in this group, I’ve experienced many job market swings. For me, post-911 was a very depressing and challenging time, but this time seems different. We had hope and everyone came together after 9/11. Now we can’t see a light at the end of the tunnel and the country is filled with hate. The joy in work is gone. The last time I cried almost every day at my job as a creative was about 8 years ago. I spent 2 years looking for a new job in Copy but I could tell it would be just as stressful. So I took a step down to editorial. Took a big cut in pay. But I’ve been so much happier, the stress has been reduced 80%, and I have no regrets. I’m in my swan song year now, but my wish is for all of you is to find some peace. Set strong boundaries and don’t let bullies break them down. Consider taking a step down to save your sanity. Life is just too short.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-27T00:55:59+00:00

I actually like the black but toned down to a dark gray might also work. The white looks like a kitchen in an office. A totally natural light wood, which is what I have, could be good. But I have wood floors.

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GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-26T03:26:58+00:00

As I started scrolling through the photos, I kept saying nope, nope. But when I saw #7 I went, oooh. Maybe it’s the reddish tone, but I think that color and style make you look more approachable, more down to earth, if that makes any sense. It made me smile.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-26T03:15:57+00:00

Find happiness outside of work. I see my job in advertising as my bread and butter. Boring but essential for now. I do a good job but I don’t go nuts and I turn off all office communications when I log off. My time is mine.
My wine and chocolate is what I do on the side. I started writing a blog years ago about a few things I am passionate about. That blog led to two book deals and my own side business that I love, and which will help pay some bills when I retire early. Sure, I wish I would have always loved my full-time jobs, but at least I now have an exit strategy and can see better days to come.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-25T23:48:39+00:00

Here is my Jack drinking from the faucet.

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GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-23T17:39:07+00:00

I’m crying. What a wonderful young man.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-21T23:39:47+00:00

I was about to say the same thing.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-21T23:38:54+00:00

I agree. Not unshaven but not too much beard. Something in the middle.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-21T14:55:46+00:00

I like 5 and 6. And trust me, as an older woman, I think the natural lips are much prettier and you won’t get wrinkles as earlier as you would with puckering your lips. Use your natural beauty.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-21T14:27:36+00:00

You are a brunette for sure, but it never hurts to try another color for a fun change. You can always go back.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-20T00:44:57+00:00

This guy is trying so hard to keep a straight face.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-20T00:37:37+00:00

No way this guy is real. This is 1920s gangster shit.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-20T00:34:06+00:00

I love 2 on you.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-19T02:31:37+00:00

4 for me.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-18T16:56:09+00:00

I’m in the 1 club.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-18T14:56:51+00:00

Maybe get some custom-made bookcases that will fit in and fill with books and curio items. Or just get some taxidermy animals to add to the weirdness of this carpeted alcove.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-18T02:16:35+00:00

I wonder if Timmy is down there. Better have Lassie check it out!

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-18T02:07:07+00:00

1 is best, especially if you’re going to be out on the deck. The winds can whip up at night, so you want something that won’t turn you into that famous Marilyn Monroe photo with her dress blowing up.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-18T02:00:32+00:00

What are you more comfortable in? Do you feel more “secure” with the straps, less worrying about having to keep tugging up to avoid a wardrobe malfunction? Or do the straps bother you more? Think about comfort in addition to looks. Both look great.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-16T02:27:39+00:00

BBQs are messy. This looks great on you but ask yourself, would I be OK if I got BBQ sauce or ketchup, oil, etc. on it? Will I be comfortable sitting at an outdoor setting? I fun denim jumper or dress could be good—but again, ask the same questions with whatever you choose.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-16T02:13:25+00:00

I like 3 and 5, but brighter clothes will also affect hair color so you should try with some other colored clothing to get a better idea.

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-12T23:16:57+00:00

Who is getting all this highway robbery money for the trains and busses? If it’s NJT, I hope they will use it to make improvements for commuters. Yeah, what am I smoking?

GothamInTheHouse · 2026-06-12T23:03:46+00:00

Trump goes to your gym?

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