Posts by change_in_sc

This is Karl's definition of overweight...

5-foot-10-inch, 120-pound Size 4 model: I was fired for being too fat

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Original Post by carrotqueenie:

It drives me NUTS when people ask how long someone will be on the phone. NUTS.

Or when they ask you to interrupt a meeting for them. If you want them so bad, you can interrupt!

I love it when they yell at you and then say "I know it's not your fault."

And god help you if you work anywhere near a copier (especially since the copier next to me SHOWS WHERE THE JAM IS).

 

These are great.

 Oh yeah I forgot all of the copier and printer jams that they will just walk off and leave. At least tell somebody it's jammed if you're too dumb to read and follow the detailed instructions and un-jam it! But the kicker is when you are fixing it and they want to come give you advice. I kindly say "I know how to follow the instructions but if you think that you can do it better, do you want to fix it?" and of course they are like "oh no no".

Thanks hotrebeccainmesa...I will keep you updated

I just got another one for the list!

The group that I support meets Mon. Wed. Fri each week at the same time, in the same place. The meetings are on their calendars AND I send out an Agenda the day before the meeting with the Time and Place listed in the Subjet Line AND Body of the email. If I got $$$ everytime I get an email or phone call asking what time the meeting is or where will it be held I actually had a guy try to argue with me that the meeting times sometimes change (umm I am the one that schedules the meetings) LOL

Fortunately my list is a compilation of experiences not just my present job.  I do hate my current position as well though. I got duped into being an Admin although I came in the company as a Data Analyst (degree and 9 yrs DA exp., 14 yrs of work exp period). That is why I am leaving on the first thing smoking ASAP!

Original Post by hotrebeccainmesa:

Original Post by kathygator:

I always loved those sales guys who came in to see the boss, and tried to butter me up to let them in.

"Tell your story walking, dude, the boss isn't in."

 lol, kathy..

Sales guys would forever be coming in and our response was "We don't accept soliciting."

Of course there was always an excuse...One dude had the nerve to say"Well, I'm not selling my body..." and then proceeded on his sales spiel...

WOOOOOOW... ROFL

Women tend to retain water. Also stress can effect your bowel movements. So you may need to evaluate those areas.

If you are drinking enough water, try taking hot baths several times a week as that helps with water retention. Also watch your sodium intake because that cause water retention as well. You'd be surprised at how much sodium normal/everyday foods (not necessarily viewed as bad for you) contain.

If your bowel movements aren't regular, you may need to add more fiber to your diet. Metamucil is good, along with oatmeal and other cereals. Of course with a high fiber diet you definitely need to drink tons of water (usually more than the recommended daily amount)

Yes he should contact the 3 credit report agencies, his state's Attorney General's office, his state's DEPARTMENT OF CONSUMER AFFAIRS (if they have one), and the debt collector. He should do EVERYTHING in writing. I got a "zombie" debt (debt that collectors will sell to other collectors and then try to bully people into paying even if it was already paid or does not belong to them) off of my credit report earlier this year by doing this.

I know that I am not in the group and am weighing in on the wrong day but I need more accountability.

I am 37 years old. No children. Gained 36 lbs back in 2005 from medication.

Height: 5' 1"

SW: 191

LW: 166

CW: 164

GW: 132

Here's a tip for those that struggle with water weight. Of course drink tons of water but also take hot baths several times a week! Remember when you took baths as a child as was fascinated when you toes and fingers got "wrinkly"? Well you lose water weight when you soak in a hot bath for at least 15 mins. Weigh yourself before and after. I have lost from .8 -1.8 lbs just from taking a bath 

Keep up the good living ladies!

I watched the President's speech last night. He did a great job! In my 37 years of life; I have sat through several different Presidential addresses to Congress. I was always taught to respect the "office" of the president regardless of if I agreed with their policies. NEVER have I witnessed the blatant disrespect that was shown to President Obama by Rep. Wilson (R - SC). HOW DARE HE SHOUT OUT AT THE PRESIDENT "YOU LIE"?!? Before last night I had no idea who this "goober" was. This is not about policy. It's about the Republican party being completely out of touch with the working class. Instead of taking care of the interests of their constituents they just line their pockets and the pockets of their rich friends in various industries (AG, Haliburton, United Healthcare, etc. ectc. etc....) Here's a thought...TAKE CARE OF YOUR STATES!

I am really fed up with the state of SC right now. I mean I was mostly raised in NC. We had Sen. Jesse Helms (an admitted racist) for years as a senator. However; NC was never as low in rankings regarding jobs/education but SC has stayed in the top 10 as long as I can remember. At least Sen. Helms actually took care of his state. His office even stepped in when the VA was making my dad jump through hoops to "prove" his duty related disability. There are some great colleges here but now I truly understand why most of the college educated people from SC leave the state after they graduate. There are so few opportunities here and the few that there are; well, those jobs go to family members and friends regardless of their education or qualifications. At my last job, the manager over our Billing Department was a waitress at the Waffle House prior to getting that job. WTF?!? Where I work now most of the people don't have degrees. When they find out that I have a degree and 14 years of work experience they get a funny look on their face because the position that I am in is not fully utilizing my skill set.

I had hoped to settle here as I do consider it my "home" state and have lots of family here. After 3+ years of the "Good Ole Boy" system, I am seriously considering moving. At least it seems that I will be able to have health insurance in the future as I don't even have that right now in the great state of SC (and I contract at a health insurance company - one of the Big 5)!

Original Post by lysistrata:

^ hot damn, that is a nice ass!

 LOL...thanks but that is not me! That's my muse Serena Williams. I am the one in the white dress on my profile. I need to get some "background" shots as the elliptical, squats, and lunges have made my backside go from "good" to "great"!

1. Most of the women that I encounter that don't wear makeup say they don't because they don't know how to apply it properly. Far be it for them to "learn" how from a make-up artist. You can get a lesson at any department store make-up counter. Most require a purchase but you can buy one item such as lip gloss and it would count. You can also see makeup artists apply makeup or view pictures on most of the major lines websites (Bobbi Brown, Smashbox, MAC, Cover Girl, Revlon, etc.).

In 2002 I purchased a full set of MAC makeup brushes. A girlfriend of mine who worked at MAC also worked at a salon as an Esthetician. She gave individual makeup application "classes". So I paid and had her teach me how to use each one. The top things that she stressed was 1. Skincare, 2. Arch/Trim your eyebrows and fill them in if they are sparse, 3. Curl your lashes (I am still working on #3 as I want a heated lash curler)

2. A lot of women are lazy, cheap, or both when it comes to things like makeup and skincare. They won't research different products to find what will work best for them. They will try what their friends use which may not be right for them. Also some won't wash their faces, drink water, stop smoking, or get enough rest. I have a girlfriend who at the age of 24 was talking about getting Botox! She was amazed at how much water I drink and the fact that I wash my face EVERY morning and night. She drank soda everyday and although she washed her face in the morning, she did not always wash it at night. I told her if she keeps doing that then she WILL need Botox. 

Personally I view it as an investment in myself. The only cheap makeup I buy is mascara as I prefer Maybelline or Rimmel. They make me look like I have on falsies! However, while the department store brands aren't worth the extra cost to me for mascara, I am willing to pay more for any product that will actually touch my skin as I am "sensitive". I only wear MAC foundation or powder as they have more color choices for women of color. Cheaper brands can make you look orange or ashen.

Most days I wear just mascara and lipstick and/gloss. It makes me feel and look "pulled" together. However; for special occasions I will apply color with emphasis on my eyes and I always get compliments. Now everybody wants me to do their makeup! My sister even asked me to do hers for her wedding...I refused because she was being a "bridezilla" but that's another topic LOL

Most women that you think don't have on any makeup (i.e. natural beauties) are actually wearing makeup. They just know how to apply it properly. If applied properly makeup should make you look YOUNGER! Makeup is supposed to enhance what you have; not cover it up...less is more!!!

I have to acknowledge the passing of Sen. Ted Kennedy. He was not a perfect man and he had many indiscetions but he spent his career fighting for ALL working class Americans even though he came from privilege. He was a key component in the Civil Rights movement. I teared up yesterday because he really impacted the lives of millions.

My fiance said that when he worked on Capitol Hill a lot of Senators would not speak to him or they would speak and keep walking. I mean seriously, you can't speak to a man in uniform that obeys the directives that your legislation passes? Anyway, he said one day Sen. Kennedy came up to him, shook his hand, and engaged him in a 20 min. conversation. That was the kind of person that he was. I pray for his family during their time of grief. I hope that his passing is the spark that lights a fire under Congress to honor his legacy and finally reform healthcare in this country.

Ok so last night was a good episode. How much power does Sookie have? She stopped Maryanne in her tracks by touching her so I guess that she is way more than just a telepath! Terry and the "mob" were funny. Jason in "Rambo" mode was hillarious! I wonder how much of Hoyt's mother's blood Jessica will drink. I am glad that Bill and Sookie were able to get Tara out of her trance.

I can't wait to see how this season ends.

I don't see how Sookie can still be so naive after all that has happened. With her being able to read people's minds, she should know WAY more than she does.

I like Bill and Hoyt because they are true Southern Gentlemen. Well I am from the South so I am probably biased. Neither one is a looker but I love how they treat their women. Loyalty is way underrated. I also love to hear them talk especially when they are angry. I was cracking up after Loyt told his mama that he was a grown azz man and then snatched up half the sandwich that she made him

It is crazy but even in his makeup Lafayette is SEXY! I know they kill him off in the book but if they do in the series, I don't think I could watch it anymore

Original Post by loriklorik:

Original Post by alibsam:

He just likes to rile people up. 

 Lies! I just say things how they are (or how I best can understand them)! The mental retardation thing is my best explanation for a very strange failing religious people have (namely, thinking).

Haha, really, go have a chat with some religious person on why gay people shouldn't get married and then tell me their brains are working 100%. Or go visit the creationist museum and try to keep yourself from going into shock at the amazing fantasy they seem to live in. Or, those are just the extreme cases, how about just ask them why they believe in god... "durrr, I...errr....someone told me so!" or "durr, its in a book...and da book says it no lieing...durrr" or even "durr, umm....just because....".

If i tried to pull the same stuff and started living like a klingon because I read all about them in a startrek book...you might think I wasn't playing with a full deck either (and klingons are at least MORE BELIEVABLE than invisible magic and giant sky people!)

ROFL - There is a god, his name is Lorik and he knows everything! Too bad he only "educates" others online. He would probably have a very large following.

FYI - I am a Christian that is perfectly fine with gay marriage. I am also Pro-Choice.