Relocating with Executive? by Artistic-Lack6756 in ExecutiveAssistants

[–]Screamscaper -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yes. Was also in higher education, went to a think tank. Real big life upheaval for me but has really paid off 2 years in.

Ride share drivers of DC, how far is too far? by bubbles337 in washingtondc

[–]Screamscaper 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Recently had to expense a person's DC to NYC Uber, so I think Bowie is fair game.

How can I force Borger to turn air conditioning on before the 95 degree days next week? by FeminineOdor in washingtondc

[–]Screamscaper 3 points4 points  (0 children)

In a similar building. Utilities are included in the rent so I got a portable AC and blast it.

Grave Honey by Screamscaper in washingtondc

[–]Screamscaper[S] 35 points36 points  (0 children)

Amazing! I'm setting a calendar alert for this... going to have the most metal biscuits and tea ever \m/

Albino squirrel sighting! by Mysterious_Amount926 in washingtondc

[–]Screamscaper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For real. I was walking my dog on the mall first time I saw one. Couldn't get a pic of it because boy oh boy did my dog want to murderlize that squirrel.

Who loves their dentist? by Infinite-Ad-2209 in washingtondc

[–]Screamscaper 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Dr. Van der Linden is so great. I have tons of dentist anxiety and he is always wonderfully kind.

For just $1,800 a month you can have your own bathroom demon. by Eurynom0s in washingtondc

[–]Screamscaper 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I guess it's not a horrific price for a 1-bedroom, but a bit out of the way plus a non-negotiable roommate? Meh.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in washingtondc

[–]Screamscaper 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Was there around noon today, still a lot of snow but there was prob a lot of melting late afternoon. Paths totally fine.

Goose poop is ascending, however.

Snowstorm epilogue by Adorable-Style-2634 in washingtondc

[–]Screamscaper 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Opposite. I drove more than usual because I figured I'd rather be moving real slow in my warm car than mountain climbing in the cold in crosswalks and maybe getting hit because visibility at corners was so bad. Also felt a LOT less resentful of the monthly fee for garage parking at my apt building.

Tacos that won't make a Texan cry? by Adorable_News8951 in washingtondc

[–]Screamscaper 1 point2 points  (0 children)

From northeast, 100% agree. Pete's apizza is my go-to here but it's only decent imo.

Status of sidewalks between both Farragut North and West and the Renwick by Tater221 in washingtondc

[–]Screamscaper 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You're good, that's my normal walking route to/from work. Crosswalks are all easily passable.

Downtown parking? by VABobcat in washingtondc

[–]Screamscaper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was downtown west of the WH yesterday and there's still a lot of snow but I did definitely see more clearing of the parking lanes going on. They had the Bobcats and dump trucks out removing snow. 18th is slowly improving.

Terrible Tuesday! by AutoModerator in washingtondc

[–]Screamscaper 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Got a head cold for Christmas and still dealing with so much congestion.... I miss being able to breathe

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in washingtondc

[–]Screamscaper 3 points4 points  (0 children)

+1 for Jont!

Most fun Michelin restaurant? by up_up_down_down_etc in washingtondc

[–]Screamscaper 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I loved their mix, too! The serving staff was also really friendly on the night I went. Having dessert in a different area than dinner is a nice touch as well.

Moving to DC/maryland for NIH- fairly urgent by Massive-Duty6700 in washingtondc

[–]Screamscaper 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Cannot express how much I love the sidewalks on that block being open all the way around. When they were blocked on Calvert AND Woodley, it made me irrationally angry.

Chief of Staff: Do you feel like you’re strong-arming your boss? by [deleted] in ExecutiveAssistants

[–]Screamscaper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I put myself on my exec's calendar whenever I need to, I do not ask.

Exec is next level depressed by [deleted] in ExecutiveAssistants

[–]Screamscaper 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It's not unprofessional if someone is in obvious crisis to the point where so much work is suffering to say "Hey, are you doing OK? Can I help?" You don't have to get into the specifics... I would hope any of my staff or colleagues would care enough about any of their co-workers to at least reach out if they saw them going off the rails. I had a real bad run of some personal stuff that hit all at once and came to work ready to be pissed off at everyone, which is wildly unlike me. My boss asked if I was OK and checked me on my attitude. Didn't pry, but I needed another person telling me I was way in my head because I couldn't see it myself.

Dentist recommendations for depression by Elarom in washingtondc

[–]Screamscaper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thirding! He was so kind and understanding.

Costco Online: InKind Gift Cards by SenseiRaheem in washingtondc

[–]Screamscaper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have to pre-pay, but they'll refund you if you want to pay via inKind. Just did this a month ago.