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Comment on Better by Operation Pink Herring

Operation Pink Herring — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:26:01 +0000

It’s crazy how paralyzed you feel when you have no credit cards and no cash, isn’t it? I know the feeling well, chronic waller-loser. I actually have a second credit card that I don’t use, I just keep it at home for times when I lose my wallet.

Comment on Better by Kt

Kt — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 13:20:16 +0000

I vote for caribbean cruise. I’ve been to the Dominican Republic and it was beautiful there (and very cheap).

Comment on Better by Amy

Amy — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:32:46 +0000

Glad you’re feeling better!

My husband and I went to Costa Rica in May, and absolutely loved it. It was inexpensive as far as tropical vacations go, with tons of adventure and beach time. We went to Quepos, by the Manuel Antonio National Park, on the Pacific side.

The only thing I regret is that we didn’t split the week and spent half the week there and half the week in some other part of the country, because the climate, beaches, adventures, etc. are so varied throughout the country.

If you’re interested, I’d be happy to share where we stayed and all that — just email me :)

Comment on Better by Jennelle

Jennelle — Thu, 05 Nov 2009 11:20:09 +0000

We just took a Caribbean cruise, including Cozumel, Mexico, and we came back safe and sound. :) We don’t have any more vacations planned, so now I want to start researching! I’m thinking a short trip to Chicago, and saving up for our big goal: Europe.

Comment on Napa Valley by Cuvaison

Cuvaison — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 23:51:11 +0000

So glad you enjoyed your visit to Cuvaison! Next time you’re in the valley be sure to check out our other location in Calistoga! Cheers!

Comment on Please validate my awesomeness by Mrs. D

Mrs. D — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:36:51 +0000

Hug!

It’s so tough to work in an environment that doesn’t offer you positive reinforcement. :-( Maybe it would help to sort of reprogram your idea of what your boss’s “praise” is? Maybe it’s just not saying anything. Or maybe it’s giving you extra work. Or maybe it’s giving you autonomy or a new responsibility. Those things can add to the stress, no doubt… But they could also be an indication that you’re doing great. Maybe if you can try to see those things as praise or positive reinforcement, you’ll start to feel better?

But I also think it’s never a bad idea to go in for a little “status update.” Just ask your boss if you could be doing anything better or differently – and wait for him to say, “hell no – you are doing everything just right!”

Comment on Please validate my awesomeness by Janet

Janet — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 16:41:01 +0000

Well, my grandpa used to say, “If you don’t toot your own horn, it may go untooted.” Maybe you can just be sure your boss KNOWS what all you’ve been doing. A lot of times I’ll “cc” my boss on an e-mail just so she knows what a fabulous thing I’ve done. Of course my boss is a really touchy feely kind of person who will then always respond with, “Thanks for keeping me informed. You’re doing a great job!”

Comment on Please validate my awesomeness by Jennifer

Jennifer — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:03:46 +0000

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I hope your boss realizes how amazing you are! I always love hearing about your projects and expertise.

Comment on Please validate my awesomeness by Kt

Kt — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 13:37:28 +0000

That’s really tough to figure out. But I think it might be helpful to explain to your boss that you would like some feedback. But I’d make it more about you wanting to make sure you’re meeting expectations (which you totally are) – it will make it seem less like you’re asking them to say you’re awesome! Good luck!

Comment on Please validate my awesomeness by Stephanie

Stephanie — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:32:26 +0000

Shit. I have no clue. I have not had a real honest to goodness talk with my boss in months. I’m such a downer, sorry.