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My Mom called during my short drive to work this morning to tell me that my Grandpa passed last night. I could tell by the time of the call and that it was from my Mom that it wasn't going to be a good phone call to answer. I was shocked when she told me it was Paw-paw who had died, because my Grandma has had a lot of medical issues for the past couple years and Grandpa was helping take care of her. I feel sad for not only my Mom, but for my Grandma. I'm afraid I'm going to catch a bit of the Shamgar-life-shake-up in the coming months.
At least I didn't have to finish work today. I stayed until 2:30, but could have left when I arrived this morning.
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My Mom called during my short drive to work this morning to tell me that my Grandpa passed last night. I could tell by the time of the call and that it was from my Mom that it wasn't going to be a good phone call to answer. I was shocked when she told me it was Paw-paw who had died, because my Grandma has had a lot of medical issues for the past couple years and Grandpa was helping take care of her. I feel sad for not only my Mom, but for my Grandma. I'm afraid I'm going to catch a bit of the Shamgar-life-shake-up in the coming months.
My condolences, man. I know what it's like to lose a grandparent. I've lost all four of mine.
My condolences also.
I got this collection agency calling me and calling me on my cell phone for (who I assume) is the previous cell phone's owner. I tell them over and over I'm not that person, and they've assured me several times they will take my number off the list. So they called me today, and I erupted on them. I've asked them nice at least 2 times. I'm done talking nice.
Do I have to get a lawyer to make them leave me alone, or what? I know it sounds trivial, but I don't give my cell out to anyone. It's either my pregnant wife, my mom, work, or a collection agency calling when it rings. I don't want to talk to a collection agency repeatedly who I don't owe money; this is my "serious business only" number.
Or do I have to change my cell number?
That happened to me. Forunately, they listened to me when I told them (admittedly a few times) that I didn't know who the heck they were calling for. The was after a few months, though and more than a few times when I just didn't pick up the phone. Ignore them a good long time and they'll eventually quit. It may be a good idea to see if they have a complaint policy or something like that, though. Instead of letting them call you, you can try calling them.
My Mom called during my short drive to work this morning to tell me that my Grandpa passed last night. I could tell by the time of the call and that it was from my Mom that it wasn't going to be a good phone call to answer. I was shocked when she told me it was Paw-paw who had died, because my Grandma has had a lot of medical issues for the past couple years and Grandpa was helping take care of her. I feel sad for not only my Mom, but for my Grandma. I'm afraid I'm going to catch a bit of the Shamgar-life-shake-up in the coming months.
At least I didn't have to finish work today. I stayed until 2:30, but could have left when I arrived this morning.
So sorry to hear that, dude. If you inexplicably need something on the East Coast, you know where to reach me.
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My Mom called during my short drive to work this morning to tell me that my Grandpa passed last night. I could tell by the time of the call and that it was from my Mom that it wasn't going to be a good phone call to answer. I was shocked when she told me it was Paw-paw who had died, because my Grandma has had a lot of medical issues for the past couple years and Grandpa was helping take care of her. I feel sad for not only my Mom, but for my Grandma. I'm afraid I'm going to catch a bit of the Shamgar-life-shake-up in the coming months.
At least I didn't have to finish work today. I stayed until 2:30, but could have left when I arrived this morning.
Condolences, man. My condolences.
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My Mom called during my short drive to work this morning to tell me that my Grandpa passed last night. I could tell by the time of the call and that it was from my Mom that it wasn't going to be a good phone call to answer. I was shocked when she told me it was Paw-paw who had died, because my Grandma has had a lot of medical issues for the past couple years and Grandpa was helping take care of her. I feel sad for not only my Mom, but for my Grandma. I'm afraid I'm going to catch a bit of the Shamgar-life-shake-up in the coming months.
At least I didn't have to finish work today. I stayed until 2:30, but could have left when I arrived this morning.
I'm so sorry, man. My condolences.
Bummer dude. *hugs*
I'm so sorry, Adam.
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Some a!~#~%% broke into my car today.
Bashed in the driver's side window and stole my radar detector, sirius satellite radio, and my glasses.
My glasses - seriously? Unless you have the same prescription they're not going to do you any good. Who steals somebody's glasses? Who?
Insurance won't cover what was stolen. Oh, and to get a new window - I have to wait around all day tomorrow - "they'll be there sometime between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m."
Thanks, that really narrows it down.
This does pale in comparison to other people's troubles though. Daigle, I am truly sorry for your loss. My grandfather died recently too. I wish you the best.
Daigle and Eyebite, I am sorry about what has happened to you two. I wish you both the best.
Oooopppppssss.....! I forgot to record something in my checkbook. It was only $19.00, but still. I am glad that I noticed that it was taken out of my checking account. ~goes to the corner as punishment~
~sighs~ The damn system at work is down and I can't close out the trouble ticket. You would think that a company this large would do things better. On the plus side, I have to come in and close the ticket, so I will make sure I get paid for that time! ~sighs again and goes home~
People who dont celebrate Halloween and have dark houses on that night and make this holiday a bummer for kids; sheesh, if I werent such a nice and responsible sort of guy; i would do something to akin to toilet papering these people houses cause this really bums me out. Ok; not real high on the suckage meter, but it IS my favorite holiday.
my step-father died this morning. *sigh* Though expected (per posts on this thread a few weeks ago) it still seems difficult.
oh dude; shamgar; whew; will pray for you buddy, tuff news.
Wow Shamgar, sorry you're having such a tuff time recently. I hope things start looking up for you soon.
Daigle and Shamgar, my condolences. My granddads both died while I was still a boy (6 and 9 years old at the respective times), and I can feel with you. How minor my concerns seem in comparison...
Stefan
Still, one thing sucked today big time: I tried to work out some new perspective in my job with my boss this morning, only to discover by chance one hour ago that exactly that aspect I wanted to pursue is covered by a job offer I stand no chance to be chosen for, as the other elements asked for are way beyond my possibilities (and whats more, I know that there are already "favorite candidates" waiting for this position). When I discovered this, I had to resist the urge to smash something.
So, I honestly consider asking my boss for a reference and try to get another job outside my chosen field or whatever. Doing a job for seven years and seeing no perspective and feeling not very appreciated is slowly eroding my self esteem and motivation to work at all. But perhaps I´m just a whining loser and need to pull myself together...
Stefan
Shamgar, man, this is not shaping up to be your year, is it?
For me, the job I recently interviewed for is going to someone else. Nothing is easy. I'll never get back into the city at this rate.
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That is a hard choice that you need to think about. I always go with the "I need a job that makes me happy" I figure if you like to go to work then you are where you should be. Perhaps you can search around a bit and see if there are a few jobs that you would be interested in and the pay is comparable to what you are currently getting. Either you take it and you hate it and have to try again or you take a new job and love it and think "why did I wait so long" I figure it never hurts to try and if it is meant to be it will work out perfectly.
Good Luck on what ever you decide.
I am so sorry my friends, for your sorrow. Here is a big, and I hope, healing hug to you guys.
1. Wife is struggling and I don't seem to know how to help
2. Some of the damage from the concussion is now 'possibly permanent'. Wow.
3. Can't seem to get nearly enough done on the overwhelming to do list.
4. A variety of circumstances have made it so we haven't played either D&D group in several weeks
5. Can't seem to get past the sadness
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Shamgar, I feel for you, my man. I felt like I got to know you when you'd come visit the chatroom and it pains me to see you go through all of this. Know that there are heaps of people here that care about you and think about your troubles. If there is anything I can do for you to ease your life in any way, please don't hesitate to contact me, if even just to chat. Take care of yourself and yours. Bright times are ahead for you somewhere down the road I'm certain.
1. Wife is struggling and I don't seem to know how to help
2. Some of the damage from the concussion is now 'possibly permanent'. Wow.
3. Can't seem to get nearly enough done on the overwhelming to do list.
4. A variety of circumstances have made it so we haven't played either D&D group in several weeks
5. Can't seem to get past the sadness
~sighs~ I am sorry that you are going through these hard times. Just remember that you have friends here that care about you and are willing to do what we can, even if it is only listening.
It's small piddles to what some poeple are dealing with but this is making me frustrated:
THERE'S NO SURF ARROUND. THAT MAKES ME PISSY. SURFING IS MY HAPPY PILL.
I grew up in Florida. The only time there was any decent waves was during a tropical storm. ;) It does suck though.It's small piddles to what some poeple are dealing with but this is making me frustrated:
THERE'S NO SURF ARROUND. THAT MAKES ME PISSY. SURFING IS MY HAPPY PILL.
Gee thanks for the sympothy Heathy.
Next beer is on me (but you got to come to Maui)
Well, I know its not anywhere on the magnitude of Shamgar's problems (again, hope things start looking up for you soon) but...
SPAM and SAPPY FORWARDS! I HATE them! Everyday I get 3+ messages trying to sell me weird crap (autocad, fake rolexes ect.) Since I'm on dial-up they plug up my email, making it take much longer than it should. In addition to the spam I get those sappy forwards from a friend (who's friendship I value greatly). They are usually painfully long, irritatingly sappy and occasionally religious (I'm not a religious man). They also often include pictures, so they take forever to recieve. ARGHHH!!!
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I shouldn't post when I'm tired. I get crossed signals, misread posts, and as a result, accidentally piss people off. Really bad. (See a bunch of posts in the ...f*~%, I can't remember. Some thread on Paizo. Look it up.) Anyway, I apologize to Watcher, Fatespinner, and whoever else got offended by my free-associating b@#!#+@#. I need to take a nap...
School shootings are becoming much more common than I ever remembered. I went to high school after Columbine and it was a fear, but it seems all too common now. Very sad when being a teacher becomes a life-threatening occupation.
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Okay, this list is paltry compared to some others...
Getting a job offer I want, but at 11k less per year than I am making now.
Working between a school shooting and a train derailment, and taking over two hours for my commute home last night, and an hour coming in this morning. Typically it is 40 minutes each way.
Suddenly chronic back pain.
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Internet trolls. I shall not speak their names lest I summon them.
Well, at least it takes peoples' minds off of my slightly off-color and controversial statements, instead placing them on the blatantly inflammatory and mean-spirited statements of the trolls. It still sucks, though. I long for the days when I was the one corrupting the minds of the youth of the nation.
Talking behind anyone's back in real life or on the internet is bad form, but on a messageboard more than anywhere else it can bite you in the behind. Don't let anyone else goad you into falling to their level (and, to be clear, 'you' is meant to be nonspecific-Zarathustra-sermonizing-from-the-mount kind of speech) and having someone on the internet call you a coward because you won't engage in namecalling is a great compliment.
I'm gonna avoid off-topic stuff for a while, I think. I'm usually not bringing anything new to the table in many discussions, regardless. Just making me like the boards less and less lately. 4th edition and politics: makes a body crazy.
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Talking behind anyone's back in real life or on the internet is bad form, but on a messageboard more than anywhere else it can bite you in the behind. Don't let anyone else goad you into falling to their level (and, to be clear, 'you' is meant to be nonspecific-Zarathustra-sermonizing-from-the-mount kind of speech) and having someone on the internet call you a coward because you won't engage in namecalling is a great compliment.
I'm gonna avoid off-topic stuff for a while, I think. I'm usually not bringing anything new to the table in many discussions, regardless. Just making me like the boards less and less lately. 4th edition and politics: makes a body crazy.
That and the 20 Years of Drizzt celebration.
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OK, this is a rant. Inspired by the Depression thread. So, in other words, don't reply to this post unless you ABSOLUTELY HAVE TO. I'm just sort of venting my spleen.
Sorry about that. It was needed.
I don't need to be told by six different people conflicting theories about what I should be doing with my life. I think it's time I start ignoring everyone and making my own dag-gone decisions.
I also don't need a job interview where the interviewer runs out abruptly to talk with the plumber. Jerkcity.
Don’t get too down; some people are still trying to “win” the internet. The worst part of perceived internet free speech is there are plenty of idiots talking too.
You are a terrific artist, but even if you never picked up a brush or a pencil again you'd still seem like a good person to know (that goes for shiny too, but without the obligatory art references).
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James, don’t take this as advice, but rather just me telling you of my own experience; if you end up doing what you think other people want you to do, or what you think you ‘should’ do, rather than what you want to do, there will very likely come a point in your life where you stop and look back and realise you are not happy with how your life has turned out. And at that point it is very easy to get bitter, resentful and regretful.
Of course, if you do what you want to do, your life still might turn to s@~*, but at least you have no one to blame but yourself! (On the down-side you’ll probably get a lot of “I told you so’s”)
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Nothing sucks, it's all pressure differences!
Anyway...
- Vacuums.
- Tornadoes. Tornadoes suck.
- You put bread down in the toaster, and you're standing there waiting for it to pop up, and when it finally does it scares the living crap out of you.
- Friends that expect you to think are friends, but aren't.
- You get a rare miniature but an arm is missing.
- Two pairs of jeans with the same waist and inseam, but only one fits.
- HP Software Update
(Just wanted to post something light-hearted, except the friends thing)
Thanks, guys. It's mostly friends and family and people I've known and trusted for a while with conflicting ideas and advice. Which makes it hard to tell them to leave me alone. I've been floundering lately and after a point I have to sit down and realize that I'm twenty two, just out of college and maybe falling down face first and not being sure what I really want to do is just something that needs to happen. Not everyone can figure out exactly what they want to do with their lives immediately and not every art school student goes out immediately to start working. It's better if I mess up now when I'm twenty two and I don't have to support any kind of family/mortgage/what have you than when I'm thirty two and (maybe) have those things.
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Well, if it makes you feel any better, I was in the software development field for some time and had to leave a few years ago because of stress. I'm 40 with none of those things yet, and I'm still trying to figure out what to do.
If you need to refer to an outside source, just make sure it's someone you know you can trust.
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School shootings are becoming much more common than I ever remembered. I went to high school after Columbine and it was a fear, but it seems all too common now. Very sad when being a teacher becomes a life-threatening occupation.
Use your energy worrying about crossing the street - much more likely to get you.
DISCLAIMER:
OK, this is a rant. Inspired by the Depression thread. So, in other words, don't reply to this post unless you ABSOLUTELY HAVE TO. I'm just sort of venting my spleen.** spoiler omitted **
Sorry about that. It was needed.
Um. I had to. >.<
I am so very sorry that you were raised in such a terrible enviroment. However, if there is anything that I have learned in life it's that one of the greatest things about being a modern human is the ability to change one's life. Things may be terrible now, but they have the possibility to become better if you want. It just takes drive and ar work. Plus, from what I've seen on the boards, it seems like you have a few good friends in your corner, which is an invaluable asset.
Don't give up.
DISCLAIMER:
OK, this is a rant. Inspired by the Depression thread. So, in other words, don't reply to this post unless you ABSOLUTELY HAVE TO. I'm just sort of venting my spleen.** spoiler omitted **
Sorry about that. It was needed.
Let it out man let it out!!!!
Sometimes it seems easier to be what others want us to be. Some times it seems there is no way out of such a dillemma. But only you can define you.
Aloha!!!