'WOG says: "This important day was NOT on my calendar. I ask why?? Froggy reminded me. It was a day several of our relatives landed on those beaches. They told us they were most afraid of drowning while swimming/wading to the beach carrying such heavy backpacks and gear."
D-Day is a term used in the military to mean the actual day a major operation or event is to begin. The days leading up to a D-Day are called D-1, D-2, D-3, and so on. The days after a D-Day are D+1, D+2, D+3, and so on.
There were many days in military history that were called D-Day. The most famous D-Day was June 6, 1944 when the biggest amphibious (from the sea to the land) attack in military history in Normandy during World War II. This attack was codenamed Operation Overlord, led by American General Dwight Eisenhower. The Allies (Britain, Canada, and America) attacked Europe occupied by Nazi Germany. It was very important for the Allied success in World War II, though over 3,500 men were lost while attacking the beaches.
Wog and Froggy; thank you for the picture of our brave men. They were all heroes! It saddens me to think about all the men and women who have sacrificed for our country, only to have a man in charge now who doesn't appear to give a damn. It must be so difficult for our current troops to serve under a leader who doesn't respect them. Eva, I hear you. I hope and pray that we elect a conservative who can start to unravel the mess this president has put us in.
I'll get off my soapbox now - Thanks for your thoughts and prayers concerning Jeff's heart issues. We saw the specialist in Spokane last Wednesday. He was encouraging, and didn't think surgery was needed. That was good news! We have to go back in 6 weeks, to see if everything stays the same. The only downside of the visit was that the doctor here in Kennewick didn't email all the details in his file. There were several missing pieces the specialist has to review before he'll agree that it is "probable" that the work accident caused the afib. And then another good thing happened. A nice woman from Jeff's former company called and said she was the L & I contact for him, and she would be happy to get his case moving ahead. He just needed to get the doctor to sign the form. So, we wait. Finally, we were pleasantly surprised to receive a letter from the unemployment office, saying he is now approved to receive unemployment. So, things are really looking up! Thanks again for your prayers!
Surfie, I'm sorry your house plan fell through. You were smart to back out. The right one will come along! I'm also happy for you that your assistant is working out so well. It's nice when you look forward to going to work each day.
On the subject of enjoying work each day, I wanted to mention what's going on with my job. Three months ago I had a disagreement with a co-worker who I work with every day. She is used to everyone doing things her way. She has been there a long time, and while she isn't my boss, she is very outgoing and is the most popular person in our office. She is also loud and boisterous - the whole floor hears her when she laughs. The bosses and customers love her, as she comes across very sweet and kind. However, if you do cross her you will see the other side of her personality. I made the mistake of questioning something she did, which I thought was wrong. So, she has virtually frozen me out. She will only talk to me if she has to. She whispers and talks to others about me and is very secretive. I just continue to do my work, and try to ignore her. Since I've known her for 30 years, I've seen her do this to her family, and other former friends to "teach them a lesson". I've never seen her hold a grudge for this long, and I'm now even more concerned, because my other co-worker has found a new job. I'll be working more closely with this person, and am dreading it. Have any of you had people like this to deal with in the workplace? I just thought someone might have some suggestions. I've even talked to our HR person, and her first thought was for us to have a meeting with her. I said it will only make things worse. So now she says to just do my job, and not let her chase me away. I'm praying that things will lighten up. I hesitated to bring this up here, that's why I haven't until now. I do so because one of you deer ponders might have some advice for me. Thanks everyone for indulging me today. I hope I didn't carry on too long. If so, I apologize.
Surfie, I'm still praying for Karen too.
Froggy, I also continue to pray that you will get better! How are your hands?
Phooey; healing prayers go out for you too!
Gloria, drive safely over here. It will be 100 degrees on Monday.
Deer Paget, anytime you need to vent or to share, come on by. That's why Froggy made The Pond.. We love you. Seem like Jeff's case is turning around to the positive. It's about time. It's been such a worry for both of you.
As for working with a "snot," I don't have much advice. Surfie might know better than I. Seems to be a "snot" on every job where there are quite a few people. I've had people who liked me and some who didn't. Nothing you can do about it. Like you said...just keep doing your job. Be careful she doesn't sabotage some work you've done just to make you look bad. Maybe going to HR was enough just to make some kind of record that you tried to make things better. You might want to keep a notebook with dates and times, just in case someone tries to make trouble for you...but don't leave it where anyone could read it. Maybe leave it at home. In the meantime, enjoy your Jeff, and enjoy the nice weather. Do something special that makes you happy.
You know, Paget, that you can drop by anytime. Ponders are here for you.
Hi Paget, thanks for the thanks. I lay down for a "short" nap and couldn't get going again. Now I'm up and sitting in front of fan. Froggy is reading news on Drudge, and says "Tell Paget Hi from me."
Yay for Jeff! Not having to face surgery is really good news. The other stuff are details that need to be worked out. At least the unemployment insurance has come through.
Sometimes I think nothing is worse than having to work with someone who has a chip on her shoulder. You questioned her ONCE and she froze you out. After 30 years you'd think something like that wouldn't happen. I hope Surfie has some practical advice. In the meantime, keep your head down :)
Thanks, Eva. This person actually was once a dear friend. Everything changed when I started working with her. It’s strange. I appreciate your comments and feel a little silly that I brought it up. There are so many serious issues going on with so many at the Pond. I guess I was just venting. I just need to get through the next two years, and then I can I retire.
On a more positive note; Jeff and I are anxiously awaiting the birth of daughter Stephanie’s second baby boy, who will arrive in the next two weeks. Exciting times! We are thankful.
Deerest Paget...looks like good things are starting to happen for you and Jeff. And a new baby on the way. That is too exciting. Froggy and I are rooting for you and your retirement. You need a year calendar so you can cross off each month to freedom.
Don't know if you have social security yet. Wait as long as you can. Then sign up for direct deposit. Also have automatic deductions for Part A,B,D or whatever. Surfie can tell you about that. I missed a payment on one of those parts and was immediately cut off....and fined forever. It happened in September of the first year, so for three months I had to pay full price for prescriptions til Jan. Then I signed up again and had automatic deductions. My fine was only $10 a month. Everything is okay now. I don't think about it anymore. Though I wish I had waited til age 65 to start.
Thanks Wog, you are so sweet! Yep, I have to work two more years; that is the plan if I can hang on through any more layoffs and get my bills paid off by that time! I will try my hardest to make it happen! Hubby started taking his SS in March when he turned 66. I want to wait until then too. I've heard tell that it's better to wait until age 70. That's great if a person can afford to wait!
The man at the unemployment office told hubby that it's very hard to find a job at his age. I thought of you deer Wog, and how you've managed to find jobs, and haven't let your age stop you! You are a great example of perseverance and never giving up! :) Please say Hi to deer Froggy! I think of her often. Hope you both are finding ways to stay cool over there!
Paget, I have can give you some advice about your work situation, but need answers to some questions. How long have you worked at this job? How long has the co-worker been there? How long has the HR person worked there? How many employees does your company have?
Good news about hubs' claim. I think his employer should be tarred and feathered.
Hi Surfie! Thanks for your offer to help. I appreciate it! Yes, I've worked at this job for 32 years, but only 3 years with this department. Co-worker only half that time, but has been with this group for most of that time. I don't know about the HR woman. I'll send you an email later. I have no problem with my pond friends hearing about this situation, but this is a public blog, so I'd prefer to keep some of this private.
Haha, yes, I agree with the tar and feathering idea! Thanks again, you are a deer!
Honor where honor is due. All involved in the D-day invasion, whether they gave their life or suffered injury or had the horrible job of planning it ... knowing the bloodshed that was in the wings and praying it would stop something even more horrible ... deserve our respect. Thank you, the Greatest Generation.
'WOG says: "This important day was NOT on my calendar. I ask why?? Froggy reminded me. It was a day several of our relatives landed on those beaches. They told us they were most afraid of drowning while swimming/wading to the beach carrying such heavy backpacks and gear."
ReplyDeleteD-Day is a term used in the military to mean the actual day a major operation or event is to begin. The days leading up to a D-Day are called D-1, D-2, D-3, and so on. The days after a D-Day are D+1, D+2, D+3, and so on.
There were many days in military history that were called D-Day. The most famous D-Day was June 6, 1944 when the biggest amphibious (from the sea to the land) attack in military history in Normandy during World War II. This attack was codenamed Operation Overlord, led by American General Dwight Eisenhower. The Allies (Britain, Canada, and America) attacked Europe occupied by Nazi Germany. It was very important for the Allied success in World War II, though over 3,500 men were lost while attacking the beaches.
Read More: http://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/D-Day
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ReplyDeleteWog and Froggy; thank you for the picture of our brave men. They were all heroes! It saddens me to think about all the men and women who have sacrificed for our country, only to have a man in charge now who doesn't appear to give a damn. It must be so difficult for our current troops to serve under a leader who doesn't respect them. Eva, I hear you. I hope and pray that we elect a conservative who can start to unravel the mess this president has put us in.
I'll get off my soapbox now - Thanks for your thoughts and prayers concerning Jeff's heart issues. We saw the specialist in Spokane last Wednesday. He was encouraging, and didn't think surgery was needed. That was good news! We have to go back in 6 weeks, to see if everything stays the same. The only downside of the visit was that the doctor here in Kennewick didn't email all the details in his file. There were several missing pieces the specialist has to review before he'll agree that it is "probable" that the work accident caused the afib. And then another good thing happened. A nice woman from Jeff's former company called and said she was the L & I contact for him, and she would be happy to get his case moving ahead. He just needed to get the doctor to sign the form. So, we wait. Finally, we were pleasantly surprised to receive a letter from the unemployment office, saying he is now approved to receive unemployment. So, things are really looking up! Thanks again for your prayers!
Surfie, I'm sorry your house plan fell through. You were smart to back out. The right one will come along! I'm also happy for you that your assistant is working out so well. It's nice when you look forward to going to work each day.
On the subject of enjoying work each day, I wanted to mention what's going on with my job. Three months ago I had a disagreement with a co-worker who I work with every day. She is used to everyone doing things her way. She has been there a long time, and while she isn't my boss, she is very outgoing and is the most popular person in our office. She is also loud and boisterous - the whole floor hears her when she laughs. The bosses and customers love her, as she comes across very sweet and kind. However, if you do cross her you will see the other side of her personality. I made the mistake of questioning something she did, which I thought was wrong. So, she has virtually frozen me out. She will only talk to me if she has to. She whispers and talks to others about me and is very secretive. I just continue to do my work, and try to ignore her. Since I've known her for 30 years, I've seen her do this to her family, and other former friends to "teach them a lesson". I've never seen her hold a grudge for this long, and I'm now even more concerned, because my other co-worker has found a new job. I'll be working more closely with this person, and am dreading it. Have any of you had people like this to deal with in the workplace? I just thought someone might have some suggestions. I've even talked to our HR person, and her first thought was for us to have a meeting with her. I said it will only make things worse. So now she says to just do my job, and not let her chase me away. I'm praying that things will lighten up. I hesitated to bring this up here, that's why I haven't until now. I do so because one of you deer ponders might have some advice for me. Thanks everyone for indulging me today. I hope I didn't carry on too long. If so, I apologize.
Surfie, I'm still praying for Karen too.
Froggy, I also continue to pray that you will get better! How are your hands?
Phooey; healing prayers go out for you too!
Gloria, drive safely over here. It will be 100 degrees on Monday.
Love and prayers to all the ponders!
Deer Paget, anytime you need to vent or to share, come on by. That's why Froggy made The Pond.. We love you. Seem like Jeff's case is turning around to the positive. It's about time. It's been such a worry for both of you.
DeleteAs for working with a "snot," I don't have much advice. Surfie might know better than I. Seems to be a "snot" on every job where there are quite a few people. I've had people who liked me and some who didn't. Nothing you can do about it. Like you said...just keep doing your job. Be careful she doesn't sabotage some work you've done just to make you look bad. Maybe going to HR was enough just to make some kind of record that you tried to make things better. You might want to keep a notebook with dates and times, just in case someone tries to make trouble for you...but don't leave it where anyone could read it. Maybe leave it at home. In the meantime, enjoy your Jeff, and enjoy the nice weather. Do something special that makes you happy.
You know, Paget, that you can drop by anytime. Ponders are here for you.
Thanks, Wog! You are a sweetheart. :) I appreciate your good advice. :)
DeleteHi Paget, thanks for the thanks. I lay down for a "short" nap and couldn't get going again. Now I'm up and sitting in front of fan. Froggy is reading news on Drudge, and says "Tell Paget Hi from me."
DeleteYay for Jeff! Not having to face surgery is really good news. The other stuff are details that need to be worked out. At least the unemployment insurance has come through.
DeleteSometimes I think nothing is worse than having to work with someone who has a chip on her shoulder. You questioned her ONCE and she froze you out. After 30 years you'd think something like that wouldn't happen. I hope Surfie has some practical advice. In the meantime, keep your head down :)
Thanks, Eva. This person actually was once a dear friend. Everything changed when I started working with her. It’s strange. I appreciate your comments and feel a little silly that I brought it up. There are so many serious issues going on with so many at the Pond. I guess I was just venting. I just need to get through the next two years, and then I can I retire.
DeleteOn a more positive note; Jeff and I are anxiously awaiting the birth of daughter Stephanie’s second baby boy, who will arrive in the next two weeks. Exciting times! We are thankful.
Deerest Paget...looks like good things are starting to happen for you and Jeff. And a new baby on the way. That is too exciting. Froggy and I are rooting for you and your retirement. You need a year calendar so you can cross off each month to freedom.
DeleteDon't know if you have social security yet. Wait as long as you can. Then sign up for direct deposit. Also have automatic deductions for Part A,B,D or whatever. Surfie can tell you about that. I missed a payment on one of those parts and was immediately cut off....and fined forever. It happened in September of the first year, so for three months I had to pay full price for prescriptions til Jan. Then I signed up again and had automatic deductions. My fine was only $10 a month. Everything is okay now. I don't think about it anymore. Though I wish I had waited til age 65 to start.
Thanks Wog, you are so sweet! Yep, I have to work two more years; that is the plan if I can hang on through any more layoffs and get my bills paid off by that time! I will try my hardest to make it happen! Hubby started taking his SS in March when he turned 66. I want to wait until then too. I've heard tell that it's better to wait until age 70. That's great if a person can afford to wait!
DeleteThe man at the unemployment office told hubby that it's very hard to find a job at his age. I thought of you deer Wog, and how you've managed to find jobs, and haven't let your age stop you! You are a great example of perseverance and never giving up! :) Please say Hi to deer Froggy! I think of her often. Hope you both are finding ways to stay cool over there!
Paget, I have can give you some advice about your work situation, but need answers to some questions. How long have you worked at this job? How long has the co-worker been there? How long has the HR person worked there? How many employees does your company have?
ReplyDeleteGood news about hubs' claim. I think his employer should be tarred and feathered.
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Hi Surfie! Thanks for your offer to help. I appreciate it! Yes, I've worked at this job for 32 years, but only 3 years with this department. Co-worker only half that time, but has been with this group for most of that time. I don't know about the HR woman. I'll send you an email later. I have no problem with my pond friends hearing about this situation, but this is a public blog, so I'd prefer to keep some of this private.
DeleteHaha, yes, I agree with the tar and feathering idea! Thanks again, you are a deer!
Honor where honor is due. All involved in the D-day invasion, whether they gave their life or suffered injury or had the horrible job of planning it ... knowing the bloodshed that was in the wings and praying it would stop something even more horrible ... deserve our respect. Thank you, the Greatest Generation.
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