Arggh! Everything is melting! Bring back the cold! :)
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Arggh! Everything is melting! Bring back the cold! :)
Thank you for starting this March thread. Clocks change for Daylight Saving Time in 8 days except in a few places.
Melting snow is good. Mega icicles are not good but they melted off of roofs this week.
Mr Wind is blowing cold air in Southern Ontario. Chinook might be coming for the 12C day next Wednesday here???
Good Morning Everyone,
Happy March and bring on Spring, I am done with the snow and the cold and the wind and all of the joys of winter.
My head and face started to bother me last night, I was hoping it was just the weather but still feeling it this morning, it isn't as bad but it is there. I am really try not to take anything unless I have too so hoping it dulls or goes away.
I got the bedding washed and beds remade. I cleaned the kitchen, we had a lot of hand dishes but washed them all up and left them to dry overnight. Will put these away shortly.
Out of the 3 sets of homework I had to check I only got one checked, but 1 still has not handed in their homework and the one I did check I still need to do the write-up for. Also I am not ready for next week's training as I should really rewrite the whole training plan but I just don't have time for that. Any chance we can squeeze in another week before Monday so I can get caught up?
Happy Saturday Everyone.
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@SassyAshley You have the unexpected benefit of having an early warning system for weather due to your injury. Treat yourself today after morning chores.
Given your training background, does the incomplete homework give you a sense of the candidates' work style or likelihood to stay with the company?
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@Ciel21 , both training and hiring have become a new beast since the pandemic so much has changed.
In the 5+ years I did this job before the pandemic I have under a handful of trainees who did not make it through their first three months. Since the Pandemic in the last 2 years I am over 5 who have not made it through for various reasons some pandemic related (called back to an old job, found something in their chosen field).
I find one of the current struggles is a lot of people seem to be look at their next move whether it is within our company or future goals and trainees will now tell me in training, I don't plan to be in this position long and it is true they say most people now work a job for 2 to 3 years before they start looking for a change (or so HR told me, they got the stat from some HR thing). Before they have started with us they are already thinking of their next steps.
So I find it can be hard because you don't get the commitment or in some cases even if they plan to stay with our company they are already looking at other positions and not as focus on where they are now. Not to mention it has apparently become acceptable to decided you just aren't going to do certain things and it is okay.
But I find homework it depends, there can be struggles and if they want help and want to work through it is a good sign. But if they keep putting off handing it or hand it incomplete and don't seem to see the issue that can also be a sign.
But the other factor I fight is in a lot of cases you have to learn other positions before you learn your position. For example my Branch Managers have to first learn to be a CSR, then a retail supervisor then a branch manager (all of these positions work under a branch manager). But sometimes having them see the value is hard and they want to get to "their" training (branch manager training). But we aren't a Wal-Mart if a CSR calls in sick it isn't like a cashier calling in sick and someone else can be called in. We have X number of CSRs and their backup is their Retail Supervisors and Branch Managers so they need to be a CSR before they can be a branch manager and that can be a challenge.
It is hard to say sometimes why homework does not come in and if it is a sign but I do then watch a little closer as we continue to move through training.
Good Afternoon Everyone,
Back from the funeral, as expected it was standing room only and the reception after was insane so I did not stay long. The face is not happy and noise is really bothering me today but spoke to my cousin, his wife, their kids and my cousins and aunt.
I have to say I was little surprised, I knew one bro wasn't coming, he is sick but the only people from our family were Dad and I.
Got home a little earlier than expected, originally I was going to a simple dinner like Nachos but since I got home earlier decided to make Potato Soup instead. Still simple, but nice and warm, it is cold out there and a lot of blowing snow.
Tonight I am going to try to do some planning. We have some produce prep we need to do tomorrow, there will be some leftover soup, but see what else I can make or prep for the week to come. I did not get the prep I had planned last week done and I felt it so hoping tomorrow I can.
Good evening everyone.
Let's just say today was a bad day to me...
This morning I got a call from my nurse doctor.Seems I have a thyroid gland problem too wow.
It seems she works slowly.I had that happen before and it resolved alone so let's hope it will do the same thing this time too.
For now my doctor just watch the evolution.Another blood test to do for that in 6-8 week.And if no change I will be on pills for that too.
Let's just say I did my last blood test 2 weeks ago.So Why calling me for that matter so late after??? mmmm
Let's just say my body hate me those time.
I am not happy and sad about that.
I just want a break with my body and sickness....Is that ask it so much???
I am not looking forward spring and summer.I am always hot and not comfortable.
Sorry you had a bad day cath ,maybe spring will be nice to get out before the hot weather of summer.
After sleeping 3 hours today i am sure this will throw my night off.
I just ordered another pair of old navy flare pants and some tops for the girls really cheap my pants were 22.00 after i used the old navy cash,saving 20.00 off the 50.00 is a good deal ,plus i like these pants i have them in navy and grey now i have a brown pair coming,plus a night shirt for me .
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@cath007 (((HUGS))) sorry you had a bad day.And your DR call makes you feel bad but it’s always good to know what you are dealing with so you can do your best to get the result in your favour.
Its been over 10 years my dad DR been telling him he is pre diabetic, since he know that he changed his eating habits and make sure he goes out for walks early in the mornings or late in the evening
@cath007 , **HUGS** I know the phone call was not something you expected but knowing gives you the power and opportunity to make changes and take control.
I know it can all seem overwhelming but just take it one step at a time. You cannot change everything overnight (Trust me, I have tried and failed many times). If you can break it down into smaller goals and once you achieve that goal and feel comfortable add a new one. Goals don't always have to be huge, it can be something simple (currently, I track my water intake, meals and snacks, and how many fruit and veg I eat in a day). Also if you are comfortable I would suggest writing it down and tracking it, our minds will play tricks on, I have weeks I think I totally failed but when I check my trackers, it wasn't as bad as I thought. Always remember one bad day does not mean failure, tomorrow is a new day for us to try again.
Good Morning Everyone,
Okay, trying to find my ambition, I did not sleep my best last night which is weird, I couldn't fall asleep and I didn't stay asleep but I did sleep in a bit so now it is time to get things done.
Originally, I was going to try to get all the prep and cleaning both done today but I think I will start with the prep and see how I feel and go from there. I always aim high but I am also working on being realistic.
I know we never know why certain things happen but I have had moments where I feel like breaking my nose is showing me/forcing me to slow down a bit and really truly see some days you just can't get it all done.
I need to go and pull some stuff from the freezer and pantry so I can prep. I think I will start by making some bread dough so it can rise, cook a batch of rice and go from there. I think I have a semi-solid plan for the week to come. Some stuff I can prep ahead, some meals that will just need to be cooked off but the key is going to be getting everything on my list done today.
Time to get going.
Happy Sunday Everyone.
@flemeth that is terrific news regarding how your father changed the inevitable path towards becoming diabetic by making the diet and exercises changes! Congrats.
A few years ago now, but a co-worker of my DH's seemed very unwell and my DH pulled him aside and told him to GO get his blood sugar checked ASAP.
The next week this man was off and recovering at home. He told my DH that he had saved his life as his glucose readings with in the high 30's! His health at that moment was dire, hospitalized, observed and placed on insulin right away as well as other meds.
What happened over the next year was this guy changed everything! His diet, his lifestyle, he began working out and was eventually taken off ALL the meds.
He returned to work a NEW man! Now he lectures/advises diabetic patients who attend information meetings at Community Centres!
He is living proof that we can be the change we need!
@cath007 the newest blood findings about your thyroid was not something you were too thrilled to receive BUT how lucky are we to have great free medical care. Going forward just make whatever changes you are able to, whether it's taking a new med to keep your thyroid in check OR if possible finding what it takes to eventually go off the med? Sorry, I'm unfamiliar with thyroid meds.
Best of luck!
Today we are treating my SIL to her birthday lunch! Her and DH are the 2 eldest of the siblings in their clan. We will all probably order steak today.
Enjoy Sunday everyone!
Cath- hugs. I know it seems overwhelming. But information is key. If your Dr is letting you know this stuff, it's better to know then not. And It can be overwhelming, but we are all here for you. Hugs
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Ok. February was a hot mess. Just a mess
This month will be better.
Last month.. pc points... 280 040
Airmiles 10.00.
Next month will be better. I want to tap into the various rebates and work them.
Airmiles is annoying Me right now. All my receipts are being kicked back because they are to old. Nope gottin that day. Frustrating. Hopefully it gets figured out as it's a great program.
Ok. Today..
It's housework day, and laundry day. And I need to do a bit of programing for the kids
Spring is so close. Hugs to all
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A big thank you to everyone for yours comments and input.:sweet::sweet::flowers:
I feels less alone dealing with those healths and mentals issues.
Have a great day.Sure weather can change fast now it is -16..
@harbie must be so busy right now.It's been a while since her last post.:shrug:
@Giseledta AM receipt scan is good for 14 days . If you don’t get the AM and you know you should have gotten it you can always do a missing miles inquiry . I have done a couple for different reasons and always get it creditedQuote:
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@Giseledta I had to do missing AM request yesterday for Shell. You have to wait 60 days so I add a reminder to my calendar. It was 100 AM and I was surprised they rewarded me almost instantly. I have another 1 to do in 3 weeks. The one day offers have not be credited recently and I had to miss the last one as I was working all day.
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Pretty good day but had to make some adjustment (what's new, right????)
First thing this morning I got a batch of No Knead Bread rising in my Microwave (excellent draft free area for it to sit for 3 to 4 hours), made a batch of Rice to go in the fridge and then I pulled what I needed from the freezer and started a batch of Mashed Potatoes.
As I was looking at everything I was making I decided to ditch the Fajita Bowls for my lunches, after looking at everything else I was making there was going to be too much food. so push those to next week.
I made a batch of Greek Meatballs which I baked off, there was a small one I tried oh my gosh so good and I am not always a ground Chicken/Turkey. Will see what Mom says when we have them for dinner but I think they can be added to the dinner rotation.
Cooked off some Manicotti Shells and made a Spinach and Ricotta filling (Mom filled them).
Originally I was going to make a Shepherd's Pie which should have been tomorrow night's dinner but, the other day I knocked down a bunch of crackers in the basement, I did not notice one hit a bag of flour and split it open. This bad needed to come up which was fine as I did need to refill our bin upstairs but apparently my face did not approve. I dug the bag out and carried it up, I had been fighting a headache all day but after bring up the flour it was pounding so which change up Shepherd's pie tonight.
We did not have a lot of produce prep this week, I washed the Strawberries and Cucumbers, Mom sliced the Strawberries and I just put the cucumbers in the fridge. I did slice up some apples I can snack on, I am such a child it is cut up and ready to eat I will grab it but if I have to cut it up it won't happen.
Originally I planned on 3 prepped dinners only ended up with two but I think we got this. I made rice so we could do dumplings or butter chicken one night. Most nights will give us leftovers for lunch.
Breakfast will be Yogurt bowls with Almond Butter, Strawberries and a few chocolate chips. Snacks are apples, clementines, grapes and mixed nuts (kind of regretting not making Chex Mix nuts but this open container needs to be used up and there is always next week).
Made Peanut Butter Brownies for desserts, added Chocolate chips because Chocolate Peanut Butter yes please.
Not a lot of cleaning done, the kitchen is clean, cleaned out the fridge, took out the garbage, is there more to be done yep but tomorrow is another day.
Need to dig out Mom's Keurig for her as I bought her creamer and then it is time to relax.
@SassyAshley I got SO hungry reading over the prep of things you got done. I must agree about cut up fruit being very inviting while
the same items whole whole sitting in the crisper never call out to us. I had to make the announcement again today to the guys that there
are fresh green grapes, raspberries, strawberries and blueberries hoping to get eaten up before they wrinkle up.
Walked into RCSS and found a bunch of men setting up nets in the rafters. Evidently, little birds fly in occasionally and then can't find their way out. I saw them swirling around the ventilation pipes. They were cute. I hope they get out safely.
For everyone meal planning don’t forget Tuesday is pancake day. Both DH and I will be out so we are doing pancake Wednesday. My family loves breakfast for dinner.
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Celebrating Dr Seuss birthday today.
Raining coming tomorrow and high temps... things will melt. Outside will need to be cleaned up.
Menu plan is made for the week.... natchos for supper, taco salad for me.
After work... fold laundry
And work on my crochet
Hugs to all
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Good Morning!
Finally a few good days to travel. Enjoyed a free night at hotel last night. Going to hit the hot tub and pool soon then have a shower before we leave.
Stopping at Costco on the way home. Coffee beans for sure!!
Passed my step goal for the day yesterday and my legs are feeling it! Want to go in the pool and hot tub before having a shower before leaving.
Have a great day!
February savings was less than other months, but I’m not surprised.
Coupons $42.58
10% off Sobeys $21.98
Air Miles $100
Swagbucks $15
Caddle $24.55
Money found $1.15
Class Action Lawsuit $7.50 - Dollarama
My local Salvation Army has 5 items of regular clothing for $5 on the weekend. They are also selling all winter coats and ski pants for $5 each. I bought 15 items of clothing and 3 winter coats for a total of $30.