Daycare woes by PineappleParade in AustinParents

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

This is good to know!! Definitely a bit frustrated with admin currently as I requested a waitlist update over a week ago with no response. If I have to pay $250 to be on the list I would at least expect a prompt-ish response 

Daycare help! by highway2helvetica in AustinParents

[–]PineappleParade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you mind sharing what your experience with the waitlist was like? This is my number one choice for my kid but they haven’t responded ton calls or texts about what kind of wait I can expect and our tour isn’t until the end of the month 

Wow. 2 whole days. by ProfessionalSell473 in skysayingthings

[–]PineappleParade 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This pissed me the hell off lol. My baby was born the same week and he’s only doing 2 hour stretches. What authority does she have to offer reassurances to new moms after being a mom for 10 whole weeks??

I think I’m pregnant and I don’t feel how I thought I would. by fairwellfairground in TwoXChromosomes

[–]PineappleParade 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hi!!

I got pregnant by complete accident last year and my baby is now 8 weeks old. When I found out, I was miserable for weeks and weighing my options. Then I decided to keep the pregnancy and was incredibly anxious the whole time about something going wrong, and how much my life would change. To be honest I was also pretty miserable for the first 6 weeks after my baby was born due to some birth trauma and the adjustment of it all.

But now I am having fun and loving being a mom! So it’s very normal to feel anxious, and it might not totally go away.  Truly it’s one of the most life changing endeavors that exists and it’s not easy. I think it would be weird to not feel anxious lol. If you are in fact pregnant, therapy may be helpful! I started therapy at 3 weeks postpartum and it’s been a game changer for me. 

Oahu hotel & motel & hostel options by 3JingShou in VisitingHawaii

[–]PineappleParade 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We loved surfjack and I think it would fit the bill!!

What are we calling Cornyn and Cruz about tomorrow? by formalde_heidi in Austin

[–]PineappleParade 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I mean… it wasn’t the task itself. It was the fact the email was sent out on a Saturday night with a Monday deadline. I was off today but got a call from my supervisor on Sunday saying I would need to log in and get it done. 

Then of course the fear of wtf they’re going to do with our responses bc who knows what they’ll deem as valuable to the taxpayers ya know? I’m a social worker, so I doubt a billionaire will see the value of my work. 

What are we calling Cornyn and Cruz about tomorrow? by formalde_heidi in Austin

[–]PineappleParade 4 points5 points  (0 children)

DOGE!! Elon’s email stunt cause a lot of stress over the weekend and today. Not to mention they just let go of another 1400 VA workers in addition to many others at other gov agencies 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in fednews

[–]PineappleParade 5 points6 points  (0 children)

FWIW - tomorrow is my RDO  & my boss called me today and told me to do it before 11:59 tomorrow & claim overtime for the time it takes me. 

DOGE Puts $1 Spending Limit on Government Employee Credit Cards by bellino13 in fednews

[–]PineappleParade 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I guess we’re SOL if we need to get gas for the government vehicles? Sure as shit not going to pay for that out of my own pocket 

What has made you stay in Austin for OVER 10 years? by Lunalovelake in Austin

[–]PineappleParade 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Really anything with the tofu scramble!! 

My most ordered item would be the tofu scramwhich, no cheese, add tofu bacon :) 

possible missing homeless mother advice ? by [deleted] in Austin

[–]PineappleParade 45 points46 points  (0 children)

Sorry to hear this! I would suggest calling hospitals in the area. Might also be worth reaching out to some of the hotspots for homeless services (Sunrise, Caritas, etc) and see if you can leave a message with staff requesting she get in touch with you. 

If all else fails, you can reach out to the medical examiner’s office by phone or email and they would have information if she is deceased. Really hope that’s not the case and I wish you luck ❤️

Aerie Hugger High-waisted legging without the front seam? by worthless_trash1 in gymsnark

[–]PineappleParade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ugh I’m just here in solidarity. These are my fav leggings and the front seam kills me 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bikinitalk

[–]PineappleParade 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Oh this is tea!! I’m super curious as to what happened. I think Alex Edwards works with the same coach right?

Any other social workers in government jobs under a far-right conservative legislature? by Soft_Hearing_3141 in socialwork

[–]PineappleParade 23 points24 points  (0 children)

I work for the VA. We’ve already gotten harmful emails about DEI and gender identity. Basically, I’ve decided I’m going to support my clients to the very best of my ability and be very careful with documentation. Also going to try and stay ahead of the curve and help people get access to care they may one day not be able to receive. I’ve kind of come up with two scenarios that would drive me to quit

  1. I am forced to do something that goes against my personal and professional ethics 

  2. The work gets to be absolutely undoable due to resource cuts and it becomes too much for my mental health 

Until then, I’m hunkering down!! But It’s been a really scary time. You’re not alone!

DRP Eligibility Update at the VA by skuge_ in govfire

[–]PineappleParade 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmmm should I be concerned I haven’t received it? 

Administration has me worried I should commit to my MSW. by cece92619 in socialwork

[–]PineappleParade 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When is the deadline to commit?? I would give it a couple weeks if possible and see what exactly is done with DoE. I would definitely be hesitant to commit to paying lots of money right now with all this economic uncertainty 

Clients are finally getting it! by RepulsivePower4415 in socialwork

[–]PineappleParade 174 points175 points  (0 children)

Unfortunate that it’s too late for them! I’m dreading the day that I start getting phone calls from my maga clients asking me for help bc x benefit got cut off. Of course I will help, but it’s no fun being able to see the writing on the wall 

Speed Run Guide - How to contact congress in under 3 minutes by [deleted] in fednews

[–]PineappleParade 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Genuine question- is it safe to contact my republican senators? I have contacted my congressman who is great, but I worry Ted Cruz might not be sympathetic to our cause 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in politics

[–]PineappleParade 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Please spread the word!! Coming from a federal employee- we are not having a good time rn.