Today, I received a promotion at work. So, how did I celebrate? I went home to clean toilets. For me, it always comes back to toilets.
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My Goal Mate
Today, I am going to work and then to the spa for some much-needed self-care. Also today, my teen-age son is having his wisdom teeth removed. Before you start “bad mothering” me, relax. My husband’s got this.
Family Feuding
My close-knit family never anticipated the infighting that would occur over settling our loved one’s estate.
One Mad Scientist
I’m a simple person. The most important requirement for my morning coffee is that it comes fast. I love science and math, but not at the crack of dawn.
Rush, Relax, Reset
Every few months, I have to roll TF out. Solo travel is my salvation. It’s how I recharge.
My Dilemma: To Sweep Up or Clean Up?
Like many people, I was struggling with inflation and an increasing cost of living. So, what did I decide to do about this financial shortfall? I started cleaning my dining room, of course.
Loud, But Not Proud
At work, I walk in and holler at people, literally. Don’t worry, it’s expected of me. That’s the culture of my workplace. There are some very loud people.
The Break-Up
Two years ago, I went through a really rough break-up. I had been in this relationship for eight years. Like any long-term relationship, we had our good and bad days. Toward the end, it was brutal.
Who Reads the Small Print?
How many of you have gone into a store for shampoo or a pair of fuzzy slippers and left with a new utility company? Not many, I bet.
You’ve Quit—Be Sure That’s What You Want
After several talks with my employee about her inconsistent work schedule, she decided to quit. She regretted it almost immediately.