Another occasion of sorts? Another card to sign. It is something that the social committee always does. On our staff, I think the secretary is now the sole committee member thanks to COVD-19. After all, aside from sending out cards and flowers, there’s not much else going on these days. Not like the way things …
Category: Workplace
Point of View
My job starts again tomorrow. Times are volatile with the Omicron variant settling in and positive case counts climbing. I’m definitely apprehensive about going back. There are a lot of us together in a small space all day long. Constant reminders are needed about proper masking, sanitizing, and distancing as best we can given that …
Star Struck?!
It happened one week ago today. I was on my last, unexpected stop after a VERY long working day and some running of errands. With the holiday season approaching, I was likely one of many charged with the task of gift buying. The time was nearing seven o’clock; an all-too familiar weeknight hour, and I …
More Than You Could Ever Know
Charlie brown is trying his best and so are we! Taking care of a loved one beyond the usual measures can be very demanding and as a result, fatiguing. Likely, many of you can attest to that if you’ve ever had a sick child, an elderly parent, an injured spouse, a teething baby, a rambunctious …
The Three Known Phases of July
Everyone in North America knows that January is one of the most painstaking months of the year because of its longevity. So much so, that I’ve often wondered who it is that we can blame for secretly adding numbers to its already full calendar page. Part of that feeling comes from the ridiculously cold weather …
A Potential Light in Times of Darkness
It’s not often these days that I get pleasantly surprised. This week pleasantly surprised me and much of it is huge thanks to my husband. Our classes have switched to online learning. Part of me was happy at the announcement because the COVID-19 cases here have gone a bit wild and I felt that being …
“Awful Tired Now, Boss”
You might have heard the following quote before: “Awful tired now, boss.”. Indeed, if you have ever watched the captivating Stephen King flick, The Green Mile, character John Coffey will likely come to mind. Hearing his words, do you know who else comes to mind? Me. That’s who. In fact, “I’m dog-tired” to steal another …
WANTED: MUFFIN CULPRIT
With many folks working from home now, some workplace issues have likely fallen to the wayside, whereas new ones are undoubtedly surfacing. For those of us deemed essential, in-person workers, many things about our days look different beginning with mask wearing, sanitizer use galore, gloves, distancing, etc. It’s been a delicate balancing act of doing …
Pandemic Rules Don’t Apply Here
Social distancing? No. Gatherings of ten or more? Yes. Gatherings of ten or more in a confined space? Yes. Gatherings of ten or more in a confined space that is poorly ventilated? Yes. Gatherings of ten or more in a confined, poorly ventilated space for up to six hours at a time? Yes, often between …
Screen Time or Scream Time?
Oh dear! Where shall I begin? At the beginning, I suppose. For some reason, my answer reminds me of something that Winnie-the-Pooh would say in all of his honey-glazed wisdom. Yes indeed, the Hundred-Acre Woods is home to many quote-worthy, relatable characters. More notably, as of late especially, I am envious of the simple adventures …
Jibber Jabber with Sue 