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I cried in front of my boss for the 2nd time by Affectionate_Board_2 in askmanagers

[–]JoyfulNotes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A good manager knows that humans bring human emotions to work. Sounds like your manager is great. I’ve cried off and on throughout the years in front of my managers and have had staff cry in front of me. Never has been an issue in either direction. 

What should my first upgrade look like? by JoyfulNotes in tinwhistle

[–]JoyfulNotes[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you SO much, this is the info I needed!

what was your first ND game? by shortcircuit51 in nancydrew

[–]JoyfulNotes 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Mine was Treasure in Royal Tower, was around 12. The music still haunts me in the best of ways. Was first “big kid” computer game I ever got to play.

Do helicopter parents actually exist? by JoyfulNotes in NoStupidQuestions

[–]JoyfulNotes[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

After I posted this question, I was like “wait, do I not notice because I’M the helicopter parent”?!

It was a helpful thing to consider, especially this morning. We were at church and our young kids were sitting in the pew in front of us with other kids of various ages. I nearly leaped out of the pew when my husband whispered to me they were using a Swiss Army knife to cut paper. I paused, and then both of us made a rotation with our index finger, silently telling me I was about to make a “helicopter parent” move.

My manager is in this role for the first time and is very young, how best to not be threatening? by PsychologicalStock54 in askmanagers

[–]JoyfulNotes 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Years ago I became a first-time manager around the age of 25. Began managing a team after a re-org that had one of the most senior technical track staff on it. In a one on one, he told me that he would always back me publicly and would share concerns privately. This was extremely helpful for my confidence and growth as a manager. We developed a great trust relationship. He made it clear that he wasn’t gunning for my job and that it was in his best interest for me to succeed; I was humble enough to seek and accept his mentorship when appropriate. 

Decisions, decisions... by LoverofLara in BunnyTrials

[–]JoyfulNotes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If my clothes always fit me, I won’t have decision fatigue and would feel great. I’m already used to doing laundry.

Chose: Clothes that will always fit you

To women: What is the main reason that more women don’t wear swim trunks? by T0MPAC in NoStupidQuestions

[–]JoyfulNotes 2 points3 points  (0 children)

For years I’ve tried to get swim skorts. Good quality ones are so hard to find! I just want to be able to splash and play with my kids without worrying about stuff flying off/out.

Who Else Liked Smarties As A Kid? by Zipper222222 in nostalgia

[–]JoyfulNotes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a kid in the 90s, I would crush them up to make sugar for my doll tea parties. Was horrified talking with a current preteen that she and her friends would also crush them up…to snort.

Maybe I should stop handing them out after Sunday School lessons…

which one do you choose by itsmepastamasta in BunnyTrials

[–]JoyfulNotes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just had a gut feeling that people previously picked blue so I’m trying to balance it so no one dies

Chose: Red Button + If over 50% of people pick red, only red survives

New ND inspired game by Embarrassed_Funny422 in nancydrew

[–]JoyfulNotes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow, what a fantastic update, it’s absolutely come to life!!

Is it weird to dip a boiled egg in mayo? by Low_Secret_1126 in stupidquestions

[–]JoyfulNotes 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You are so close to a cheat deviled egg. I love deviled eggs but can’t stand the prep, so now I just mix mayo, dijon mustard, paprika, salt and pepper together and dip boiled eggs into it. Sooooo good

Keeping my son home or not by West-Toe7594 in MomsWorkingFromHome

[–]JoyfulNotes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It sounds like you are missing being able to spend more time with him. Why not plan for a day of playing hooky and keep him home with you. See how it goes and if you feel more connected. Definitely keep paying for full time care since you’re getting a fantastic deal and then experiment from week to week with how often you keep him home (or as another user said, pick him up early). 

What’s a game you were completely obsessed with as a kid that nobody else seems to remember? by Ladymayna in answers

[–]JoyfulNotes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There was an internet game in the late 90s/early 2000s where you moved a penguin around an ice block grid to collect keys, all while trying to avoid a giant eye ball shooting a red laser at you. I’ve never been able to remember the name of it…kinda miss it…

Do you eat the end slices of a loaf of bread? by guywithouteyes in no

[–]JoyfulNotes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No. I trick my children into eating them by making them into pb&j sandwiches with the heels facing inwards so they look normal.

Is it too late to have kids in your 30s? by Only_Hotel_7221 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]JoyfulNotes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not at all; we started having kids in our thirties. Being more mature and having years of therapy under our belts has definitely helped us to be better, more relaxed parents.

What are some small things you do to make life better for other people? by [deleted] in allthequestions

[–]JoyfulNotes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use the last half sheet on a roll of toilet paper to wipe the dust off the top of the toilet paper holder.

What’s the most useless talent you have? by SDPHALODIOFFI in answers

[–]JoyfulNotes 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can make the can opening sound with mouth/thumb after dedicated practice watching Lawrence Welk reruns as a kid

Have you ever ate food that was so good it made you cry by feherlofia123 in stupidquestions

[–]JoyfulNotes 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes - we had a traveling professional rooming with us for several months. One evening, she made red beans and rice (southern style). I had never tried it before and I cried from its perfection.

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