WOMEN AGES 50+ FOR NOVEMBER 2013

evening my dears~
I am sitting here with tears in my eyes,because I get so much support from you all each and every one of you..
Well remember how I told you I could feel something in the air.. well got in to work today, and there was a buzz in the air,I said ewww what is this, well the financial manager got engaged.. she got a rock too but she is also the real office manager cause the other one doesnt really know what to do.so after congrats were given,she pulls me in the office and closes the door,
Oh hear we go... they cut my hours again.. something about not enough production,told her I need full time work,
Oh but we need you here the little things help keep us organized~ yea right..
I feel like a cow being put out to pasture..told that to my DH and he said you are...
I feel like a failure~ honest to God,I know where he closes a door he opens a window, but geesh.
I am beside myself. I cant really do anything until the beginning of the new year,because we are going to florida in december..
keep me in your prayers,cause this old broad is gonna need them

I am so sorry. It's tough enough to feel unappreciated at work. You don't need it from your DH, too.

I've been hearing a lot about underemployment benefits lately. Do you know if they have those in your state? It might be worth checking into. All I really know is that they are like unemployment but are for people who have been cut from full to part time employment and that you must be actively seeking full time employment. I do think the laws vary from state to state.

Hi everyone!
Feeling a bit dozy now. I managed to get my gym in this morning and then my friend and I set out on the train for Winchester, leaving the men behind. Her husband has groin strain and could barely walk 200 yards to the pub for lunch. We went round the cathedral and I gave a guided tour! They were busy getting some function ready and certain parts were roped off, but I just carried on marching through because I wanted her to see all of it. We missed the Winchester Bible though as it was closed. I even took her down to the crypt although the door was drawn to!
Then we had lunch in the refectory. A quick visit to a food market where I bought mince pies for the guests and then we went to the Great Hall, where there is a Round Table in commemoration of the legendary King Arthur. All good, then we caught the train back for tea and mince pies. (I had bread!)
Phew! I do feel a bit worn out, but I haven't got to cook tonight as it's our pub outing for our anniversary. I am going to wear my new dress and furry boots! Try and glam up a bit. We are starting the evening with a glass of prosecco and cassis, known as kir royale, then my friend is driving to the pub as she hardly drinks. It's only 5 mins away anyway.
They are off tomorrow morning and then we can just collapse! One very good thing is that they have offered a house swap for next September for a week. As they live in a beautiful part of Cornwall we are very happy about that. The husband built the house himself and it is very individual and stylish. Yes! Free holiday! We both adore Cornwall and their house is much further west than the one we rented this year. Only disadvantage is I will have to get this house spic and span!
Right I think a short nap is in order!

Love Heather in darkening Hampshire UK

PS - Katla - we have an enormous freezer in the kitchen, but had to buy another, smaller one for the garage. Yikes! They are both full!:laugh:

Good afternoon ladies. Woke up feeling better so looking forward to going to the Y. I wanted to post to see my new ticker also!!!!!

Joyce, Indiana

still sick: you'll have to carry on without me! LOL Meg

thunder coming from the DH,I understand he is upset,our paycheck is smaller but the bills aren't.he is spouting off in the other room..
I dont know what more I can do.
im about to have a mental meltdown.. i hate when he yells, the dogs have scattered and yes I am fine..
will check in with ya'll in the morning

Nov 20th. Today I am thankful for my Brother Paul. He is the the strongest guy I have met, except my Dad. He has taken my Dads place since he died in 1998. He is the father to one, another one of the family that got mixed up in drugs, rebellion,everything a teenager can do. But he showed his son Gods love although he knew his son might never see it that way. He is now a proud Grandpa to 2 beautiful babies. He is a chaplain in a hospice, part time minister in his church, full time Grandma, caregiver to his MIL. He tries to stay strong around family and then cries in private. Plus he is just like his brother and gives the biggest hugs. He officiated for both my daughters weddings. My first daughter got married 3 weeks after my Dad died. So for that one he walked Mom up the aisle then took his place as minister for his nieces wedding. He knew his primary job was to his Mother. I think the thing I love about him the most is that he has taught me the art of just listening. Just listening. That may be all I need at that moment. He doesn't have an answer but he can listen. I love you Paul.

Meg, so sorry you are still sick. Us nurses just don't do sick very well at all. Grandmallie I wish a bunch of us could just go get you and take you away for a lunch date. I can relate so much to all you say about your husband. Today my husband couldn't get a dial tone so his solution to it is to beat it against the coffee table. I reminded him of all the Wii-motes he has bought when his Wii table tennis game doesn't go his way. He said he knows it doesn't help but makes his feel better for the moment. He also knows that every time he has to go buy a new one I just add the amount to my money I spend at C J Banks.

Joyce, indiana

Stopping by to share a comic I came across tonight; I'm pretty sure most wives can relate :bigsmile:

Meg,feel better:flowerforyou:
Had a nice dinner with Daughter,Violet and hubby,stayed under my calories and even had a couple cheese fries.
Good night all.
HUGS
jane
ps love the post about what husbands hear,how true.

Marking my spot on the new thread. I'm so far behind!
Sue in TX

Hello to all: Well I finally got my appointment for a CT of abdomen and pelvis. The hang up was of course the insurance company. They did not want to preauthorize the CT. Already had liver panel blood draw. Should hear results of that soon and I have an appointment with gastroenterology. I feel much calmer now that it is all set up.

The young man who was walking my dog was hit by a car a couple of weeks ago and has been in a coma since. Just heard tonight that he is probably not going to make it. His parents are in the process of making a decision to remove him from life support. What a horrible decision to have to make for your child. We will miss him in choir.

Grandmallie - I think you should go to Florida and enjoy some quiet time on the beach. Then come home and regroup. Co-workers often don't realize how much you do until you are gone and they have to pick up the slack.

Meg - Hope you feel better soon. Is it supposed to snow down your way tomorrow? They are saying we will get anywhere from one inch to six here. Yuck!:grumble:

Well must get organized. Planning on an early night as I have to get DH to hospital at 5:45 am tomorrow for esophageal dilation. Nothing serious just stretching scar tissue at the anastomosis that periodically tightens up.

Healing angels to all who need them and congratulations to all with victories. Sue in SD