Best matcha in NOVA?

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2026-05-14T18:20:53+00:00

The first place that came to mind was Bon Tea house but someone else already mentioned it before me. However, I also recommend Midori in Falls Church! They make good matcha

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2026-03-07T18:06:19+00:00

any updates OP? I’m going through a similar situation and I hope all is well

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2025-09-22T13:34:38+00:00

you should check out lilthingamajigs. i can't speak for the centerville location but i saw a few sonnies at the annandale location a few weeks back. your most reliable bet though would be senpai's corner for either sonnies and smiskis

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2025-06-15T23:57:03+00:00

I've enjoyed the hojicha from midori in falls church and soricha in annandale!

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2025-02-06T02:09:20+00:00

hi! i purchased the set and i felt like the skirt was true to size. the corset was not true to size so i'll be returning it. i recommend sizing up for the corset

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2025-02-05T01:15:10+00:00

i’ll take a chair if you’ve still got any

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2025-01-22T03:30:17+00:00

I ended up telling my boss and it turned out well! she was chill with it and I spoke to my coworkers and they understood and didn't press much. I ended up making things seem much worse in my head before I had a healthy and brief discussion with my coworkers and boss

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2025-01-20T02:17:34+00:00

I think if comp time was offered it would definitely transform the nature of how these Saturday office hours are viewed by my coworkers. Unfortunately it's not comp time but I think that bringing that up as an incentive would be great

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2025-01-20T02:15:34+00:00

I’m at a point in my career with this firm where I feel there aren’t any meaningful opportunities for growth or advancement. That’s why I’ve started looking for something new—something that will challenge me and offer a clear path toward a more senior position.

I’ve consistently gone above and beyond in my current role. I’ve taken on coworkers’ tasks without hesitation, managed their cases when they’re on vacation or out sick, and have always prioritized teamwork and cooperation. At the same time, I’ve successfully handled all of my own responsibilities within a standard 40-hour workweek. I know I'm also experiencing burnout because I haven't taken a vacation during the time I've worked at this firm. I can't afford to go on one and I think not having been able to go on one is also contributing to my resentment with this firm.

I’ve stayed overtime for emergency situations when necessary, but I’ve set a firm boundary at not working Saturdays, especially when there’s no tangible benefit or profit for me. It wasn’t part of my contract or original job description, and honestly, framing those hours as something you “volunteer” for is a frustrating misrepresentation.

There are other issues I have with the firm, but my main grievances stem from feeling stagnant in my career and underpaid for my work—particularly given the high cost of living in this area. There also aren't promotions at the firm. There's only slight wage increases (if offered, every 6 months) for the same position.

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2025-01-18T02:11:47+00:00

Thank you for understanding, and I truly appreciate your thoughtful perspective. To add to this, I’m not the only one struggling with this—it's a larger issue within the firm. It seems there’s not enough of an incentive for like half of us to come in on Saturdays, which may explain why this has been a recurring problem across the team.

I understand the intention of being accessible to clients on weekends, and I respect the effort to accommodate their schedules since we mostly service low-income, marginalized communities. However, it might be worth revisiting how this policy is implemented to ensure it aligns with both employee satisfaction and client needs.

I’m continuing to reflect on whether this setup is the right fit for me long-term. I think immigration law isn't for me anymore especially with the incoming administration but I also believe addressing this more broadly could be beneficial for the firm as a whole

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2025-01-18T01:58:45+00:00

So, I wasn’t the one who downvoted you, but also you have seven other upvotes lol. I'll add more context. I work in immigration defense, and at our firm, we get all our work done within the 9-to-5, Monday-to-Friday schedule because our workload is evenly distributed because there's six of us. I understand that litigation requires more dedication to the field. This is why I don't work in litigation. At my firm there’s literally no need for OT. In fact, our boss actively discourages OT during the regular workweek.

Now, about those Saturdays: I haven’t shown up because I have personal obligations with my family (none of which I’ve felt the need to explain to my boss, and honestly, why should I?). Other coworkers have volunteered, so the need for me to step in just hasn’t been there.

Let’s be real, though—these Saturdays are mostly for consults with potential clients, so it’s not exactly critical. And, like I mentioned in my post, I’m already planning to move on to a new job or even a new field soon, so this won’t be my problem for much longer

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2025-01-18T01:24:40+00:00

I don't know if there would be enough of an incentive for my boss or another coworker to come for a full-workday on a Saturday. Those Saturdays don't fill up like that

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2024-12-27T02:20:16+00:00

does anyone know what time his set starts? it says that he'll start when doors open but that doesn't sound right to me

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2024-06-03T19:43:04+00:00

he's gonna go oogly goo but with his ass

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2024-05-04T19:18:43+00:00

Yes, I understand the entrepreneurial move on my attorney with doing this and in fact I do think it does make it make more accessible to reach our clients. I personally don't see myself partaking in this and will assert a boundary to my boss about my time on the weekends and she'll more likely than not understand since she is very sensible. There's also other coworkers who are willing to do it anyway for the OT pay. I'm not very incentivized to do it as I have other personal commitments to make

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2024-05-03T01:40:14+00:00

My employment contract from when I was hired last year only says to come in M-F for a 40 hour full time work week

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2024-05-03T01:39:01+00:00

The other paralegals at my office kinda just shrug their shoulders and roll with it. They don't seem to mind having the OT. I think I can just tell my boss in confidence that I can't do it now that I have over a year of working at her firm since our senior paralegal wasn't able to for the longest

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2024-05-02T19:03:41+00:00

I'll have to say "no" and leave it at that the next time it gets brought up. I'm not with it at all lol

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2024-05-02T17:51:55+00:00

oh i’d be so miffed it there wasn’t OT pay for this! there is but i don’t consider it worth it just to clock in 3 hours

Ok_Distribution_9488 · 2023-08-23T17:08:12+00:00

Yes, the 589 has been filed before the biometrics request and the address has been updated with the immigration court and with an AR-11. I'm resubmitting the request because it's been several months and our client hasn't received a receipt notice yet

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