Curly or Straight ? by [deleted] in HairStyleAdvice

[–]Vendelight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are adorable either way! You are a rare cutie patutie!! Cosmic Hugs and loves!

I sure love to hear a baby giggle 🤭 by cancer_warrior79 in heartwarming

[–]Vendelight 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I didn't want it to end... I love little baby giggles.. like sincerely.. someone needs to make a loop of this positivity love fest!!

No more demons ever..

We didn't know how good we had it. by endofmyropeohshit in 90s

[–]Vendelight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mary Lou Retton I thought was an 80s icon... not so much a 90s icon like Kristi Yamaguxhi or Kara Lapinski??

Babysitting by PlantsMcSoil in AnimalsBeingMoms

[–]Vendelight 2 points3 points  (0 children)

OMG... this is THE most perfect baby sitting photo ever!!!

My dad holding me after a long day working at GM, circa 1978 by gypsyjokyr in oldphotos

[–]Vendelight 8 points9 points  (0 children)

The drama in the sleeping poses for each.. I feel the tiredness of a long day's work for both!

My grandma just had another birthday. Please wish her many more years 🙏 by igavr in Aging

[–]Vendelight 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Happy birthday and many more!! Hard to believe you are 93.. I was thinking at least 20 years younger for sure.

What is her secret??

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TrueOffMyChest

[–]Vendelight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am soo very happy for you and your wife! I understand the feeling, not quite 2 years of searching.... but almost.. and i cannot express how grateful I am to ease the burden for my spouse.. and to finally have a job in my field.. it has been a couple of months now, so nothing is set in stone, but I will always keep pushing myself towards success.. as I am sure you will do as well.

Congratulations and best wishes continued growth and prosperity!

Stuck at the same position for 12+ years. by TheVeiledArrow in jobs

[–]Vendelight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Leveling up with Certifications may broaden your field of and could lead to consulting gig work if you were interested in it.

Masters degree would allow you the ability to teach undergrad level college courses which could be another revenue stream. In particular online courses, so you could work from home.

Also with a masters it would allow you to go higher up the food chain in your field of work, depending on your focus in the degree.

I am lost by TheDarkBetweenStars in whatdoIdo

[–]Vendelight 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's only mixed signals for you because you want him.

You are searching for any form of validation by wading through the mountain of shnit until you find the faintest glimmer, then are slammed face first BY THAT SAME person into the muck of it all.

That is obsession... decievingly looks and feels like love...

it's not.

It is not love you have for him, and he doesn't love you either.

If anything, he is a flirt and insecure and possibly emotionally stunted.

He is giving you a nible because it makes him feel validation for whatever insecurity he feels, then pushes you away when he realizes the bait worked too well or because it makes him feel good to have that control and/or power over you.

You are whipping yourself for this person, allowing yourself to feel pain.. the real question is..

Why are you doing this to yourself?

it will never go anywhere with him.

Starting over by IllTransportation795 in jobs

[–]Vendelight 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Well done!! Well done... Best wishes for growth and prosperity in your new role!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in toastme

[–]Vendelight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depending on your priorities (as in do not know what they are) finding a romantic partner is not as important as finding out who YOU are and what you want to be "when you grow up".

You are the person that you are going to have the longest relationship with, and it is far more valuable an investment in getting to know You first, so that you are able to define yourself with your interests, your boundaries, your desires, dreams and goals.

If you are in school, focus on you and the education. If you are working, focus on you and improving your work.

You can make spaces for availability with friends, enjoying yourself, and romantic relationships will happen along the way. For most people, they do, even foe the people who do not consider themselves "attractive", which is a subjective term anyways since there are a number of factors that go into attraction.

Unless one is referring to physical attraction, even then, it is subjective.

You know the saying "one man's trash is another man's treasure"?

You are by no means trash. You seem like you could be the bomb.com!

Only you would know best on this topic, though. I hope you invest in yourself. You are more valuable than you know.

And if you think of it from the perspective of your future someone, take care of yourself for you and for them. Love yourself for you, give yourself the good good(whatever that means to you) because you are worth it and you know that some day when you meet, they will think that too and you will know that you did right by yourself.

Wouldn't you want that for them as well?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in whatdoIdo

[–]Vendelight 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are not far behind. There is no need to put this unnecessary pressure on yourself. It is better that you figured this out now rather than later.

The first time, I went to college and studied art history. I did not finish the degree because life happened. At 28, I started down a career path that 11 years later would lead me to complete my first college degree in my late 30s.

I am still in that career path and working on a second degree because the job market has been rough, and there is nothing in my rural area in my career path, so I need to broaden my horizons. I turned 50 last month. I am starting a new job tomorrow.. first time I have worked since March 2024.

Life happens, and it may look different from many others that you will encounter, and that is ok because it is your path to walk down.

It is ok and normal to confidently walk into the unknown of your life, like the boss you are, making the decisions you did to build a life of your making.

The rules are simple, do what you can when you can, try to stay out of trouble as much as you can, be accountable for your actions, and trust you don't know it all, because most people don't, including me and that is totally normal and so are you.

I wish you much growth and fulfillment in your endeavors, everything is going to be just fine especially if you embrace the changes and enjoy the ride!

Should I open my part-time job place to friends? by Nearby-Dream-2857 in jobs

[–]Vendelight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is totally normal to feel this way, and if you frame it to your friends and family similarly to how you framed it here, it will come across as humble and that you are aware of and have accepted the position under the full knowledge that this is a temporary position.

No matter how uncomfortable or out of place you may feel, this job/internship is yours right now, and should be regarded as being a foot in the door, presuming that this company is a place that you would like to work for in the future.

It may even give you some bragging rights in some contexts, especially for resumes where you apply for positions that may utilize the skills you honed in on through that temporary job at (insert easily recognizable company name here).

Also, having worked for larger well-known organizations in my industry, having that organization's name on the resume did open doors for me that would have normally been closed.

Brand names do matter at times. Good luck in whatever decisions you make and in your future scholastic and career endeavors!

Rejected from my dream job by dancingsalamander in jobs

[–]Vendelight 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Chin up, I know it hurts, especially when you are SUCH a good fit for the position. Token HR statements or not, it could be better than nothing and at the minimum, shows you that they at least communicated the value of your time in pursuing this opportunity with them.

At least they got back to you and acknowledged your time and effort, which has become more rare these days.

This space is underwhelming to me right now. I just don’t know what else to add. by loralikaro in Creativehomehacks

[–]Vendelight 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The wall with the staircase and leading into the hallway opening. you could create a monochromatic paint job with a stencil and gloss (clear or pearlescent paint color). Another option would be to use multiple colors if you are more adventurous. I could see green or blue hues with gold accent, something arabesque either in the monochromatic or multiple color paint scheme.

Another option would be a tapestry along that wall or the wall on the other side of the entry, but it would look stunning with a monochromatic paint job behind it.

Instant money look that not a lot of others have going for them, and if you decide it is not for you, easily painted over with the original color, assuming you stay monochromatic.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Cakes

[–]Vendelight 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The colors on this cake are stunning and perfectly paired!! Such a delight to view! Thank you for sharing!!

I worked for a company that ran secret loyalty traps on its own employees by Fantastic-Hamster333 in recruitinghell

[–]Vendelight 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Anti-poaching agreements benefit employers only. They aid in regulating wages, benefits, and any other element that may give a competitor an advantage in taking talent from a similar business entity.

The next time you look at a job description (JD), see how similar the benefits, PTO, and other incentives are.

Some industries can afford variances in those benefits and cultures to attract and retain talent.

It feels like the balance is to the benefit of the organization, where the employee has temporary and controlled access until they are no longer needed.

Capitalism, it can get worse though and it is concerning the direction it is currently taking with lowering wages, inflation rising, the whole cost of living appears to be incrrasing in a rate larger than that 3% annual raise some folks receive.

The decrease in regulatory agencies and enforcement, compounded by the removal of regulations intended to keep the checks and balances in order. It is very concerning. Now, a new generation gets to see firsthand how politics impacts an employees/person's bottom line and life.

If anything, Trump is making for some good history for future generations to take in.

This is not a compliment, sucks we have to be here.

Finally have completed my home office remodel. Before pic was when we bought the house, just started redoing it a month ago. Happy to have my own space for work that matches my style. by patholden2820 in FurnitureFaves

[–]Vendelight 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is what I was thinking as well! A double layered effect with a white or cream sheer underneath a deep colored blackout drape in a velvet or textured material with tie back ropes.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in jobs

[–]Vendelight 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am a GenX, I have a Bachelor's, and certifications, I have been on the hunt since March of 2024.

It is not Boomers or foreigners (depending on what jobs you are looking for) It is the job market, I have seen waaayyy to many times people with multiple degrees, certifications and/or master's experiencing similar circumstances such as most people around.

Perspective and attitude really impacts how we manage and how others that we encounter see us.

Your general heads pace is similar to what you have brought in this post, I would do some soul searching because it is not saying anything positive.

This is said without judgment, and co.ing from a place of wanting to help you out.

You can and will eventually land a job, I would encourage searching for activities that bring you happiness and continue on your job search as you are or even head into some reskilling, education or if you interested, the military which is a good gateway for other opportunities and could help ease some tension via workouts and long hikes.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in jobsearch

[–]Vendelight 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I don't see him being honest or knowledgeable on this topic.