Well I got my promotion, which is fantastic. I have been working here for 6 years and actively seeking this for the past 3 so it is about damn time. However, HR refused, flat out, to negotiate my salary with me and I feel like I failed feminism by accepting anyway. I know this is just a baby step and it is still quite a bit more money then I was making but I was so ready to Get Into It. It is frustrating.
Hey, I got a bill from my healthcare provider yesterday for my entire deductible ($500) because I got some lab tests done last fall. I am kind of shocked by this (why did no one mention the tests weren't covered? Why did it take them almost 3 months to get the bill to me?) but mostly I am just wondering if there is anything that can be done. I know I can set up a payment plan but is there anyway to say "I really feel like someone should have told me and I also really feel like I can't go to my doctor if this is going to happen again" and would saying that to my doctor's office have a purpose?
I loved the story about Goofus the Death Of The Universe And End Of All Things the Peacock. Usually I just come for the imagery but this was worth the read.
Oh man that how to husk a coconut video is great! The other more intellectual articles will take some time to get through but I wanted to let you know that I thought the video was wonderful, Manka. And I'm sending you some photos from the DC March now.
I also am using my houseguest as an excuse to really clean my apartment (that and the two extra days off from work). But yeah Saturday itself is going to be a lot. I'm trying to mentally get myself ready. I really like the idea of preparing march day food! If you don't mind sharing can I ask what it is you are making?
I'll be there! I've made a fantastic sign out of leftover felt from my sister's baby shower supplies and I've knitted up some pink hats. I think I'm going to walk with the EcoWomen group but that is still up in the air. All I have to do is not think about things after this weekend too much (the dread is palpable) and I am good to go.
Agreed. Manka, you and your gifs are national treasures.
I have no smart comment to make here. Just enthusiastic approval. Love this. <3
As always, just beautiful. Thank you Clever Manka!
These picture collections are my favorite things. Please never stop and thank you so much, CleverManka!
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