I don’t wanna work, I wanna look up hotels. Reminding myself that working means I can pay for said hotels. Gahhhhhhh.
Making sure that Teams dot is green is how you pay for hotels
Unfortunately we missed sunrise and are about 11 hours from sunset
Love that stuff.
House in the middle of absolutely nowhere, away from everything and everyone, is my dream.
Do you know the house?
sometimes when driving down country roads you can see a big rose bush out in the middle of nowhere. The rose survived , the farmhouse and everything else has been gone for decades.
We need a new Christmas tree. My last one the dog pissed on (and tbh i brought it when I was broke so it was a bit… meh anyway). Mrs wants an real tree, which I would normally have no issues with but we’re not here for Christmas day. Feel like a real tree is a bit wasted.
DT what would you guys pick? Also who makes good ornaments? Dog pissed on most of those too. And the Kmart ones looked great new but quickly fell apart.
we have one of those reject shop ones with built in fibre optic lights. No tinsel, no fishing it out of catbums for the next six months.
One year we got one of these and stuck baubels on it for an outdoor bbq christmas, looked pretty snazz. Looking up the link I found they do christmas themed ones too!
the integrated light idea is appealing. my only concern is if they break the tree is basically rooted.
nah, just the lights. You can get a battery pack of LEDs from the reject shop for $2 and loop those around instead. Did that one year while waiting on a new bulb
My bf got put off real Christmas trees when his family got one that had a lovely nest of creepy crawlies in it. I just find them messier. I like the potted tree idea by Catfish!
Fake tree 100%
Always had real ones growing up and loved them. The smell, the feel, nothing comes close.
Bought a real one here in Oz once. Our first home, first Christmas.
Never again. Died super quick. Dry as hell. Little to no smell.
Completely not worth it.
We’re looking for a new fake one this year and trying to find something of decent quality. Current one has been around for 17 years and needs and update
Just douse the fake one with:
No one will know it’s fake.
Close all windows too in case the smell tries to get out
a quick look online says Myer is probably the best bet. Big W and kmart’s offerings look anemic, at least online.
Xmas is a big deal for me. I get real or fake trees depending on the theme. I prefer the real trees for the nice smell but have installed an all black fake tree this year.
If you go the real tree route, you need to jump on it this weekend or the good ones will be gone by the following. The scouts sell them and you can preorder. Also keep in mind they need watering almost every day. ( an automated watering system can be DIY if you’re so inclined)
If you aren’t that into it just get a fake one.
For ornaments, I source them from NSW. Christmas World or Amazing Christmas. You can buy in bulk.
Hit me up if any more questions
That black tree sounds awesome - got a photo?!
Not yet, I’ve only just finished mounting the motor for the tree topper to the ceiling. I will finish the tree this weekend and post photos.
I’ve thought about a themed one. Black forest or the ones with the fake snow. Dunno if I’m brave enough though.
The problem is you have to use it for several years to get your money’s worth so probably just pick out a fake tree you can live with for a while, if you go that route
Pine trees are great if you love picking up pine needles every day so the dogs, cats and kids don’t put them in their mouths first. Also disposal is fun if you have a chainsaw.
Ahhhh. Now that I hadnt considered…
Did doggo piss on the star at the top of the old tree? That’s dedication we could all learn from.
Personally I’d just get a fake one. Real ones are a bugger to clean up when they drop needles. They do smell good though.
he pissed on the bag containing the tree and its decorations in the garage. My fault, I know what he is like and he shouldnt have been given the chance. the bugger snuck in and was caught with his leg up mid stream.
Buy a real potted one of whatever you want, bother the shape, plant it when it gets too big to move inside for the holiday. Rinse & repeat.
yeah sadly not enough room to keep it alive. Plus the dog will likely kill it.
Just a quick question: Is your wife an Aries by any chance?
dont think so
MANK
Hmmm HR wants to meet with me today.
Suspicious.
If you are leaving in 10 days anyway why do you need to meet them?
If they have not given a reason for the meeting do NOT attend.
I’m not the one leaving.
Probs covering their ass with " how are you going how can we support you" etc.
Happy cake day Force 🍰
😯
Is it actually something they’re legally required to do?
Hmm well I suppose they’re required to provide a safe workplace. This may be part of that. Idk tbh I am just speculating. If you have been somewhat vocal about stress at work and too much work etc. i think it’s quite likely HR would want to check up on you
The last week or so I’ve been very vocal about it because of the work situation and stress I was accumulating and I wanted more support from work.
That might be what it is, especially since mental health is so hot in HR right now
Almost Friday. So, so close now.
Hi everybody
Gooood mooorninggg msss joooonessss
Just had a spew due to anxiety. Christ in a cream cheese sauce.
Actually stressed AF about these last two assessments, but it’s fine. I have an extension to Monday night, so I can go in to class today and smash them out over the weekend. I have this mighty fear I’m not good enough, that I wasted my money because I’m a terrible person. But I know it’s just my depression and fears.
Been trying that technique of “but what if I pass?” instead. But man, those depressive pathways are such an easy road ugh!
I don’t think I ask for much, but I would really appreciate some good vibes I think. 😭🙏🏼
I know it’s negative thoughts but you’re two assignments away from finishing. You’re closer to the end than the start and it sounds line you’ve been going well so far. Often these final assignments are easier because you’re more familiar with the material
You’ve done well from what I’ve seen. You need to have more belief in yourself.
I find sometimes it helps to just focus on what you need to do and finish so that you don’t get to thinking about the ifs and what happens.
Wishing you good luck with it all.
You can do it!
It sounds like you are doing great, so I’m sure you’ll be fine.
I find the opposite technique often works well for me - actually following the “what if I fail?” thoughts and working through the scenario realistically. Fears are often big and scary because we don’t really want to think about them, once we shine a light at them they shrink back to something realistic we can actually deal with. So for example if you fail the subject you would need to repeat it, which means it will take a bit longer to finish the course. Which would be a bit annoying, but a long way from the global “I’m not good enough” fears.
Kitty buzzes your way 🐈⬛🐈
What if you completely smash it like you have for other assignments? Don’t listen to your mean brain, you’re awesome, you’re in the right place, and this is just a step on the way to an amazing future for you.
☝️☝️☝️ A thousand times this ☝️☝️☝️
💓💓💪🏻⭐⭐
I feel this so much. You aren’t alone in these feelings. And you can do it. Breathe. Vent. Ground. You’re a star and you will get though.
🙏
I like my manager, she’s this cute Greek mum that’s worked here for 20 years. I’m backfilling her role as she moves up into an acting position, so she’s done all the work I’m currently doing.
That’s why I don’t mind if I’m on a call with her where she’s trying to figure something out, you can tell she’s always trying her hardest.
Good night
Heard a scream but wasn’t sure if it was a fox or possum. Went to the other place because loud noises are their thing.
Scared and horny 😂
dont you hate that!? “man I am scared as hell right now! But also, I got the strangest boner!”
The sounds shagging possums can make are highly alarming. Z-Day stuff.
Ugh. I feel like to manage stress I need to reduce my time on the internet. It’s not good for my head to marinate in bad news.
However I spend so much time online not only due to physical limitations - but also because where I live is even more stressful and toxic and it interferes with my hobbies.
I’d do craft but I got really sick of it over the pando and I’m finding art a bit mentally rigorous.
I know this sounds trite but have you tried reading more books? They are time consuming, don’t require much mobility and will get you off screens.
That’s a really good idea. I think my brain has atrophied though, it’s a bit hard to focus
Whoops, double up, I deleted the thread I made. Sorry.
I thought that might happen. Oops.
Nah my fault
FALSE. Your attempt is appreciated. Good to see there’s plenty of people awake rdy to set up the thread because I sure as hell am asleep
Edit. Yes I downvoted u
LOL!
I love you Force 💜 thank you for making me laugh! 😂
yay, looks like today is carpet cleaning day. I didn’t notice until I was locking the apartment up for the night that the front entrance area had been flooded from the deluge of rain. It’s starting to stink already. Luckily I have one of those wet carpet cleaners. But still 😣
