![[dr. bob]](/dr-bob-sm.gif)
Dr. Bob is Robert Hsiung, MD,
bob@dr-bob.orgShown: posts 1 to 18 of 18. This is the beginning of the thread.
Posted by allisonm on December 23, 2004, at 10:58:03
OK, so I'm early, and maybe most of you would rather be hiding under the covers on Saturday, but I just want to wish everyone who celebrates Christmas a merry one, or as merry as possible.
I've been feeling pretty crummy lately emotionally and physically. I just got some antibiotics yesterday to work on a sinus infection I've had for 10 days, so I hope spirits lift after the drugs start kicking in. I'm not much in the Christmas spirit this year. It seemed to come on way too fast, now it's here, and almost over. I feel as though I've been sideswiped harder than usual for this time of year.
The only stable, healthy relationship I have right now is the one with my cats. As 2004 winds down, I intend not to hope for too much. I will try to be thankful for small things like my kitties, and knitting, and candles, and my brightly lit Christmas tree, which I could stare at for hours in the dark. That's it.
Wishing you all the best.
Alli
Posted by Phil on December 23, 2004, at 18:31:03
In reply to Merry Christmas, ya'll., posted by allisonm on December 23, 2004, at 10:58:03
> OK, so I'm early, and maybe most of you would rather be hiding under the covers on Saturday,
>>no doubtbut I just want to wish everyone who celebrates Christmas a merry one, or as merry as possible.
>>You too, Allison.
> I've been feeling pretty crummy lately emotionally and physically.>>I think a lot of us feel the same. A lot of physical illnesses around this year. I'm always an emotional wreck so that's just normal.(Actually emotionally, it has been very hard for me, too. No getting around that.)
I just got some antibiotics yesterday to work on a sinus infection I've had for 10 days, so I hope spirits lift after the drugs start kicking in.
>>I just finished 2 weeks worth of Biaxin for bronchitis. You'll feel better soon. Man, those pills were big!
I'm not much in the Christmas spirit this year. It seemed to come on way too fast, now it's here, and almost over. I feel as though I've been sideswiped harder than usual for this time of year.
>>You're reading my mind.
>
> The only stable, healthy relationship I have right now is the one with my cats.My cat, who just got up from a nap, has pretty much been my savior too.
As 2004 winds down, I intend not to hope for too much. I will try to be thankful for small things like my kitties, and knitting, and candles, and my brightly lit Christmas tree, which I could stare at for hours in the dark. That's it.
>>That's beautiful. Thanks Alli.
>
> Wishing you all the best.
>
> Alli
Posted by nikkit2 on December 24, 2004, at 4:46:37
In reply to Merry Christmas, ya'll., posted by allisonm on December 23, 2004, at 10:58:03
Well, my christmas promise to myself is to never, ever, ever drink again!! *l*
Darn these hangovers.. Man, I feel terrible though.. I really really do!! The girls from work went out last night.. just for a fe glasses of wine after work to bond abit *g* Well, that few glasses turned into a few bottles.. and they turned into tequila shots.. and then I can't remember much!! But we're all laughing about how loved up we all got.. we all talked such rubbish, telling each other how much we loved each other, how wonderful it was to work with each other, how nice we all were etc etc!! *l* It was a real love fest! *giggles*
But we are paying for it big style today *l* I could't even eat my egg mc muffin, but I thank my lucky stars that Dr Pepper exists!!!Anyway.. I hope you all have the most wonderful christmas, and that Santa brings you some lovely suprises.
And I love you guys.. and I'm not even drunk saying that!
Nikki x
Posted by Phil on December 24, 2004, at 8:38:01
In reply to Re: Merry Christmas, ya'll., posted by nikkit2 on December 24, 2004, at 4:46:37
You know, Nikki, Dr. Pepper is the official drink of Texas. We drink it by the buckets.
Glad you had a good time although I think Tequila ought to be a Schedule I drug.
I could never stop at a few drinks-it was a foreign concept to me. : )
Merry Christmas!!Phil
Posted by Shar on December 25, 2004, at 21:25:51
In reply to Re: Merry Christmas, ya'll. » nikkit2, posted by Phil on December 24, 2004, at 8:38:01
Still Christmas here in Texas! Happy days to everyone!
Hope it was ok, and the New Year will be even better!
Had the family (and others) over, everybody was very well-behaved! Even mom! Of course, I had to give my sis a 1/2 Klon to make it through!
Bob made a huge meal (and is still up, much to my amazement), coped well with the family, and no great horrors occurred! Woo Hoo! Now is that Christmas or what?!
(This is a secret, but it pretty much sucked as far as I'm concerned. Except for good company...not family, except for my son.)
Hope everybody survived!
xoxo
Shar
Posted by judy1 on December 29, 2004, at 12:39:46
In reply to Re: Merry Christmas, ya'll., posted by Shar on December 25, 2004, at 21:25:51
hoping 2005 brings all of you (and those on other boards that happen to peak in here) a healthy and happy year. 2004 wasn't the best for those close to me (and I'm sure for many of you) and that's why I look forward to the promise of the clean slate of a new year. I don't make any resolutions (because I always break them and then feel guilty about it), but please know that I wish you all the best- judy
Posted by Shar on December 29, 2004, at 20:50:57
In reply to and a Happy New Year!, posted by judy1 on December 29, 2004, at 12:39:46
Happy New Year to y'all, to each and every one.
I tried to post on my birthday (Dec. 28) but couldn't (it wouldn't go through). Usually, I try to give folks a lot of ADVANCE warning when my birthday is coming up so I can get good wishes! But, alas, in 2004, it was not to be.
In 2004, not even Target wants to hire me! Dang.
Nonetheless, wishing all you 'oldtimers' the very, very best!
xoxo
Shar
Posted by coral on December 30, 2004, at 9:18:22
In reply to Ditto! And, happy birthday to me!, posted by Shar on December 29, 2004, at 20:50:57
Happiest of belated birthdays to you, Shar!!!
Happiest of New Year's to all of us... and we survived the holidays!
Coral
Posted by allisonm on December 31, 2004, at 9:57:54
In reply to Ditto! And, happy birthday to me!, posted by Shar on December 29, 2004, at 20:50:57
Happy (belated) Birthday, Shar.
You're too smart for Target (and they know it).
Alli
Posted by judy1 on December 31, 2004, at 17:22:09
In reply to Ditto! And, happy birthday to me!, posted by Shar on December 29, 2004, at 20:50:57
Happy belated birthday, Shar! Are you on your u-turn yet? I've been subtracted from my age for years now:-).
As for Target...I would count that as a blessing, you would probably be bored within a day. I hope 2005 brings you a wonderful opportunity.
take care, judy
Posted by Shar on December 31, 2004, at 19:30:26
In reply to Re: Ditto! And, happy birthday to me! » Shar, posted by judy1 on December 31, 2004, at 17:22:09
Posted by Noa on January 1, 2005, at 7:11:07
In reply to and a Happy New Year!, posted by judy1 on December 29, 2004, at 12:39:46
Thank you, Judy. You too. It is nice to see you.
Posted by Noa on January 1, 2005, at 7:11:54
In reply to Ditto! And, happy birthday to me!, posted by Shar on December 29, 2004, at 20:50:57
HAPPY BIRTHDAY, SHAR!!!!
Posted by Noa on January 1, 2005, at 7:14:01
In reply to Re: Ditto! And, happy birthday to me!, posted by coral on December 30, 2004, at 9:18:22
Thanks and Happy New Year to you too, Coral!
Posted by Noa on January 1, 2005, at 7:23:44
In reply to Re: Ditto! And, happy birthday to me! » Shar, posted by allisonm on December 31, 2004, at 9:57:54
OK, I Must insert a Target story here to illustrate:
Once, while trying on clothes at Target, I was trying on several sizes of the same skirt to see which fit. I discovered that the smaller size was actually larger than the larger size. I figured out (by comparison) which one had the wrong label and then brought it to the Target "team member" and told her about the mislabeled size. To my astonishment, she took out a permanent marker and wrote something all over the fabric of the skirt!!! I actually yelled out, "what are you doing???!!!". She told me that this is what they do with all damaged clothes. I told her the skirt was not damaged, it was fine, it's just the label that was incorrect. She insisted that they were supposed to write on the item. I said, "why not just write on the label?" but she insisted she was following directions.
Alli must be right. : )
Posted by allisonm on January 1, 2005, at 13:58:15
In reply to Re: Ditto! And, happy birthday to me! » allisonm, posted by Noa on January 1, 2005, at 7:23:44
Noa,
I always have to furrow my eyebrows when I go into Target because of the way the "team members" are slaves to their walkie-talkies. Have you heard the electronic female voice on the walkie-talkies announcing that it was time for the bathroom check and asking who was available? The system sort of reminds me of a police dispatch center.
I really like Target, actually. but I hate how they don't water their plants. They really have some nice varieties in their stores up here and it's a shame to see them dying on the shelves.
Posted by Noa on January 2, 2005, at 12:12:45
In reply to on target » Noa, posted by allisonm on January 1, 2005, at 13:58:15
As a pro in horticulture, this must really irk you!
I do like Target---but sometimes I hate it. Once I spent a long time shopping, and had a very full cart of all kinds of things--household items, clothes, baby gifts, etc. and then got to the registers and they had so few open and the lines were halfway across the store! I just couldn't deal so I left the cart full of stuff and left.
On the other hand, I do have some basic clothing from there that I don't know what I'd do without--I have bought several pairs of black Merona pants that I wear to work just about every day (I also bought some beige ones but they don't get as much use), and some Cherokee basic blouses and sweaters,etc. Plus sometimes cleaning products, etc. are a good buy there.
Posted by Shar on January 6, 2005, at 21:46:42
In reply to on target » Noa, posted by allisonm on January 1, 2005, at 13:58:15
Being vastly underemployed, in danger of losing our house, etc., my S.O. and I recently applied at target....
And, we got an (oh, so nice) post card in the mail...well, thanks, but, no thanks...don't call us, we'll call you, etc....
Then, when reading the want ads (help wanted) there is a big Target ad, looking for 'suitable' people.
I've always loved Target for a variety of reasons (cheap, glittery stuff being one), but, obviously I am too old, too whatever to please them.
The young (as in 30 years younger than me) woman who spoke to my S.O. (who finished the application first, and went to wait in the 'fast food area') said all sorts of things to him, and to me said "oh, ok, well, thank you...." etc.
Both of us got the 'thanks, but no thanks, cards" but I can't help but think I ruined his chances!
Sheesh!
Shar
This is the end of the thread.
Psycho-Babble 2000 | Extras | FAQ
Dr. Bob is Robert Hsiung, MD,
bob@dr-bob.org
Script revised: February 4, 2008
URL: http://www.dr-bob.org/cgi-bin/pb/mget.pl
Copyright 2006-17 Robert Hsiung.
Owned and operated by Dr. Bob LLC and not the University of Chicago.