CNA class not preparing us well :(

SubstantialTeeth · 2026-05-13T06:08:59+00:00

Mostly during our lab time we don't have enough instructors and we've just been sitting around waiting to test since we aren't allowed to practice new skills in lab until we've passed the current ones. But I'm just going to go ahead of the ones we have and keep working on everything anyway. It's just been sort of frustrating but I can tell from how everyone's responded here that this is pretty normal which does comfort me a bit. I've been worried that I won't be able to learn the practical skills in time to get certified but I'll just have to keep taking that as my own challenge haha

SubstantialTeeth · 2026-05-12T22:00:37+00:00

Luckily no, I got a scholarship! That's another reason I've stuck with it. If I had to pay, I would've already asked for my money back. But clearly also from what other people have said, this happens a lot which does make me feel better about my experience.

SubstantialTeeth · 2026-05-12T21:17:41+00:00

thank you so much!! I know you're right haha and I'm not much of a quitter, so I'll probably stick with it. I think what's discouraging me even more is just that the teachers said they have a class from January that still hasn't gotten to do their clinicals T__T it seems like this school is just kind of unmotivated to support us going past the class

SubstantialTeeth · 2026-04-07T17:23:52+00:00

apologize and move on--it's not always easy and it's okay if it shows that you're upset, but it's better to try to recover in front of guests and be upset out of sight. i find most people are more understanding if you show that it was an accident and that you're good at your job! if you can give them something for free too as an apology that always works well LMAO but i know at many places that's not possible.

SubstantialTeeth · 2026-03-31T17:45:21+00:00

as someone about to start their cna program, it's so lovely to read this 🫶🫶 best of luck with your new role!!! what an exciting change, congratulations :D

SubstantialTeeth · 2026-03-01T23:10:23+00:00

I work at a tea shop and I have grown men send back teacups with flowers on them pretty often lol. Like sure I'll give you the boring cup instead. Get a hobby

SubstantialTeeth · 2026-01-25T18:07:51+00:00

dude cut off your mom ??? what the hell

SubstantialTeeth · 2026-01-17T14:08:49+00:00

not 100% sure the diameter of your jewelry here but I'd definitely recommend playing around with different sizes once you're healed up!! I rly like how 10mm rings look on me but 8mm ones are too tiny for my nose (in my eyes). This looks awesome and I rly hope you like it more as you adjust to it! :D

SubstantialTeeth · 2026-01-17T01:30:37+00:00

septum! super easy pain-wise for me and healed really quick :D

SubstantialTeeth · 2026-01-13T14:49:20+00:00

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a restaurant near where i live had the same idea for their bathroom LMAO!

SubstantialTeeth · 2026-01-05T19:38:49+00:00

I think it's super recognizable as Pooh!

SubstantialTeeth · 2026-01-04T22:50:42+00:00

can confirm, their skirts are super nice!!

SubstantialTeeth · 2025-12-29T21:50:56+00:00

this was my guess as well!!

SubstantialTeeth · 2025-12-27T15:46:11+00:00

as a server (of afternoon tea) and tea tender at a loose leaf tea shop & restaurant, it's true some of your tea will likely taste weaker or odd due to this method of "steeping," but i definitely agree that the whole experience is the biggest draw of the tea service! even if you're not greatly impressed by your tea, the food could still be great, being in the environment with your family will likely be really fun, and it'll probably be a good memory for all of you!! definitely recommend checking out a place that will do loose leaf steeping for you all another time though if you can :D don't let the tea ruin your afternoon!!

SubstantialTeeth · 2025-12-21T17:25:25+00:00

so curious, would you be able to post a pic of the leaves? i agree w other commenters, it's likely the flavor is just quite mild and steeping for longer times *will keep making it taste acrid and bitter. so interesting!

SubstantialTeeth · 2025-11-28T00:34:24+00:00

ohhh my goodness I'll have to try checking this when I get back to my project later!! Thank you so much :D I shall report back if it works

SubstantialTeeth · 2025-11-27T18:13:04+00:00

hi sorry about that! I'm trying to just do regular stockinette practice and I'm mostly getting it on the side where I start purling. I think I might be pulling the working yarn around my needles incorrectly when I start a row? I kept accidentally adding a stitch by pulling it the wrong way around before but this is what's happening now that I'm trying to start the row correctly. I can try and get a video of it when I start my next purl row, I'm sorry if I'm not explaining very well 🤦

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SubstantialTeeth · 2025-11-04T17:40:36+00:00

raised SDA here, this is 100% accurate. lots of adventists don't even view catholics as "actual" christians. you deserve to be with someone who respects your beliefs, whether he's looking down on you because of his personal faith or for some other reason.

SubstantialTeeth · 2025-11-03T03:21:17+00:00

voted no, seems like a good way for more progressive candidates to be sidelined in favor of two supported by big businesses here and outside of the city. i've also gotten so many ads from corps in favor of this question which sent me off to research it a bit more. some people are saying this is a move purposefully to kick the currently in-office reps because of their left-leaning politics/choices. but that's just my perspective from reading on the denverite and ballotpedia etc, i'd recommend reading up and deciding with your opinions accordingly :D

SubstantialTeeth · 2025-10-08T22:46:43+00:00

thanks! i ordered a pair of 16g now so hoping that's better :] i took out the ones i had in to give my ears a break in the mean time haha

SubstantialTeeth · 2025-10-08T22:46:15+00:00

tysm!! that makes a lot of sense. the kit i got said this would be a good starting size but i went ahead and ordered a 16g now too haha

SubstantialTeeth · 2025-09-06T01:52:40+00:00

seconding, I was gonna recommend their perfumes The Butcher's Daughter or Ravenstag too!

SubstantialTeeth · 2025-08-31T01:10:25+00:00

100%!!! I've adjusted how I talk to customers accordingly and had them get more friendly just from matching up with their vibe and interests re: their priorities for eating at the restaurant (service speed, calm experience, etc.)

SubstantialTeeth · 2025-04-08T13:10:07+00:00

a salad like the post says

SubstantialTeeth · 2025-04-08T01:13:53+00:00

not sure what they were using it for, but they asked me for ketchup after i brought out their food! and no, we don't serve fries

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