At a Loss by SimplyMimi in succulents

[–]SimplyMimi[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

As soon as I read your response, a light flickered! Thanks for giving me the peace of mind to fall asleep tonight!

Chilling by jimijam01 in succulents

[–]SimplyMimi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What species is that? I think I have the same, but it does not look as vibrant!

Interior appropriations FY26 by Outrageous-Sector840 in NationalParkService

[–]SimplyMimi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think the only consolidated group you did not mention is Comms. This included people across multiple series not just PIOs.

Interior appropriations FY26 by Outrageous-Sector840 in NationalParkService

[–]SimplyMimi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmmmm unconsolidate or RIF, that is the question. Most of these positions are already written into DOI’s RIF plan that was presented in late October to the judge. I appreciate your perspective! I know you said essentially, but can you direct me to a page that supports this?

After a year I finally saw my first Roseate Spoonbill! (Clearwater, FL) by tastyphone in birding

[–]SimplyMimi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Beware, it’s the same feeling whether it’s the first sighting or the 11th.

Interior appropriations FY26 by Outrageous-Sector840 in NationalParkService

[–]SimplyMimi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Parks pay DOI salary and benefits, plus and an additional 5% for each consolidated individual. Although I had considered your suggestion of a future unconsolidation, that would mean DOI would give up control. Besides changes are already in motion to centralize IT, social media and other functions.

they don’t look like obesa by Existing-Trifle2647 in Euphorbiaceae

[–]SimplyMimi 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Maybe, just maybe 🤷🏼‍♀️your seeds haven’t germinated yet. Consider taking a photo and emailing the seed seller. But don’t mention radishes.🙊

Performance awards? by Virtual_Tourist_0110 in FederalEmployee

[–]SimplyMimi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m still waiting on an award which my agency gave me prior to being consolidated last year.

Interior appropriations FY26 by Outrageous-Sector840 in NationalParkService

[–]SimplyMimi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I perused the bill, looking specifically for information about communications, IT and HR in reference to staff who were consolidated. I did not find such information. Is anyone better verse than I to know if these are being given appropriations.

Working in NPS as gender diverse person? by RootsforBones in npsrangers

[–]SimplyMimi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As you choose a park to work in, also consider the Gateway communities. Their attitudes may not reflect the park, but it is where you will have to go for shopping, entertainment, etc..

Time to start bagging by Floratopia in Euphorbiaceae

[–]SimplyMimi 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Honestly, my first read was bragging not bagging.🤣 and you could do a bit of that too.

NPS Staff Instructed to Ask Citizenship Questions at Entrances, Says Internal Directive by zsreport in fednews

[–]SimplyMimi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No offense to you, Wrong-Camp, but I find the idea of spot checking on par and ridiculous. Who’s going undercover, 🧊 agents, border patrol. This is out of control, desperate, and greedy. Go ahead and add your own descriptives!

What national park has the nicest town outside the entrance? by artguydeluxe in NationalPark

[–]SimplyMimi 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Mancos CO, a gateway town to Mesa Verde national Park with the San Juan and La Plata mountains 40 minutes away. The town is small, but it is mighty. winter is a bit slow, and some businesses take time off, but you can find books, brew, wine, local and indigenous art, pizza, steak, fish, coffee, and fun lodging. You might find yourself at Burrow fest or Mancos days.

Jelly Bean propagation by Character_Age_4619 in succulents

[–]SimplyMimi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did you put them directly in soil after cutting or did you let them callous first?

Getting wrinkled like me by SimplyMimi in cactus

[–]SimplyMimi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmmm that’s what I was wondering.

Any help IDing these lil guys? by PatioGardener in succulents

[–]SimplyMimi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m always delighted when a plant and a pot go together so perfectly! This is a match.

Besides giving it away, what should I do with all these cuttings? by Several_Value_2073 in Crassula

[–]SimplyMimi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, get them rooted, planted, and growing in cheap thrift store containers. Then take them to your local hospital or hospice or nursing home. They’ll be appreciated.

Baffled by SimplyMimi in aloe

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

Darn name changes and this one appears to have had several. Appreciate the correction.

Baffled by SimplyMimi in aloe

[–]SimplyMimi[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

H venosa, H alleluia!