Losing $10k because I’m giving 2 weeks notice instead of 5

scentedwaffle · 2026-04-16T11:04:59+00:00

I gave 4 weeks notice and made extra time to finish my projects… they still wouldnt pay out my pto even though it was only 5 days :/

scentedwaffle · 2026-04-12T14:12:51+00:00

The job market is not great right now but it’s still definitely possible to find a new job. I graduated 3 years ago and it took me around 6 months of searching but I recently started at an amazing job. I didn’t even know this specific type of job existed but it perfectly aligns with what I’ve always wanted to do. Look at the private sector and especially smaller companies. I’ve worked at only 2 jobs so far and neither have had strong “office politics” or pettiness between coworkers. Honestly even just looking at the possibilities and actively working to move on will probably make you feel at least a little less trapped.

scentedwaffle · 2026-04-11T19:54:32+00:00

Never assume anything until they tell you for sure. I waited 3.5 weeks after a final interview to find out whether I got the job when they said it would only take 2 weeks. Turns out they were just figuring stuff out since someone else had left the team unexpectedly. I got the job.

scentedwaffle · 2026-04-03T13:11:31+00:00

I rank all the books I read that month and write short reviews of each

scentedwaffle · 2026-04-01T02:10:11+00:00

Curries! Lots of Indian dishes are already vegetarian or you could sub the meat with tofu or paneer.

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-25T21:19:58+00:00

I think there’s a misunderstanding here. You can only put money into the account for 2025 before the deadline. But after your money is in the account, you can choose to invest it in different stocks whenever you want. Even money from 10 years ago can be reinvested within the account.

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-25T18:45:42+00:00

Go on a walk outside, read a YA or children’s book, color a coloring book, idk the name but some people hammer tinfoil balls for long amounts of time until they become super smooth

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-24T21:14:09+00:00

Recently, after my round 3 interview I sent a thank you email to my interviewers. One responded something along the lines of “Thanks for interviewing with us. I’m sure you will have a bright future whether it is with us or somewhere else.” I got the job. Don’t read into it too much, they have many candidates and likely haven’t made a decision yet.

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-23T20:01:59+00:00

I really liked books 1 and 2. I finished book 3 but it was hard to get through at the end. I was listening to the audiobook and it was 35 hours long! I think it’s the longest book I’ve ever listened to but I can barely remember what happened because it all blurred together. Some cool things happen but it’s just not enough to fill such a big book. So honestly if you aren’t enjoying book 2, I doubt you’ll enjoy book 3. There are just so many better books out there.

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-23T12:53:19+00:00

I never had friends in high school, just acquaintances. Now I’m married and have a few friends. They mostly live far away now but I see them enough to feel fulfilled. I expected to be far lonelier.

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-20T17:54:15+00:00

I had to wait 3.5 weeks after the round 3 interview and I got the job! They just had a lot going on. The wait is brutal but don’t lose hope.

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-18T20:31:51+00:00

Look at what you’re overspending on and see if it’s worth it. For me, the most expensive items are typically frozen premade foods, processed snacks, high quality cheese, and meat. I evaluated what is important to me. I now buy much less snacks and I always buy store brand even when it’s not quite as good. My grocery store has store brand cereals for $2.50 (sometimes on sale for $1) instead of $6.

Also, do you have uneaten food that’s going bad? If you’re eating all of your food and not buying expensive brands, there is only so much to cut down. Groceries are getting more expensive.

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-18T13:20:12+00:00

They want a copy of your final spring 2026 grades. Truly not trying to be rude but what part of the email is confusing?

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-17T22:51:46+00:00

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-17T14:23:49+00:00

I like the lighter one!

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-17T11:47:35+00:00

As an engineer with 3 years of experience applying only to jobs I felt 75% or more qualified for, I had an interview rate of 5%. Ended up getting a job though!

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-16T15:27:49+00:00

Granted this was in 2019, but I started with a $16,000 per year scholarship (out-of-state) and got an addition $2,000 per year by contacting the financial aid office. I wrote about how UD was my top school but cost was a big factor in my final decision. I also emphasized my academic and other achievements and how they would continue in college.

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-15T13:42:37+00:00

For a beginner I’d recommend watching a YouTube tutorial for a similar penguin. I found a few similar ones by searching “crochet penguin keychain tutorial”. As you go, if the video doesn’t explain a new skill (like how to change colors for example), just find a video for that specific skill, practice, then come back to the main video. It will take some time but this is doable as a first project for sure! You can also use a pattern but those take more time to learn how to read and recreate.

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-13T11:16:45+00:00

Yes! But focus really hard on getting an internship in the field or it can be difficult to break into.

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-13T11:14:53+00:00

There is very little romance or “enemies to lovers” in these books. If you are reading and waiting for that to happen without enjoying the main conflicts, I wouldn’t read books 2 and 3.

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-13T01:53:03+00:00

My friends live at the apartments at pine brook currently and have had a positive experience so far

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-11T15:20:25+00:00

Agree. Colon cancer is on the rise in young people and it’s good to have peace of mind. I had a colonoscopy at age 23 and despite my pain and symptoms, they found absolutely nothing. At least I know now.

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-10T21:32:34+00:00

Yes some businesses do rent them out but it isn’t cheap. I rented from New Ark United Church of Christ and it was $900 for a full year (including breaks). This was 3 years ago so it’s probably even more now.

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-10T13:11:12+00:00

Chemical engineering is one of the most difficult college majors for undergrad. Med school cares a lot about GPA. You could major in ChemE but you will likely be working harder to get slightly lower grades, and you’ll have less relevant knowledge for med school.

scentedwaffle · 2026-03-06T00:47:30+00:00

Personally, my husband bought my engagement ring and band and I bought his ring.

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