A Midsummer Night's Dream (Summer 2014 Secret Santa) Discussion

[chelsealynn]

I'm excited knowing that someone else is going to have their gift soon.  Can't wait to see it/who the lucky lady is /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" />

 

[trekkersangel]

Oooh! Someone is getting Christmas on Wednesday! I'll grab my popcorn & wait patiently til then.

 

[tacehtpuekam]

SO EXCITED FOR MORE REVEALS!

I think I'm going to mail mine out on Friday. That'll give me a week to work on my somewhat crafty project & pay day is Friday, just in case it ends up being more expensive than I planned to mail. /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> 

 

[JC327]

I work with kids with special needs/developmental disabilities, and they love to do arts and crafts. So, if you were my FGC...how would you feel about a fingerpainting, a friendship bracelet, or a small craft done by children? Would you think it was weird/silly, or would you like it?

I never know how people will feel about things like that!

That would be a really sweet gift!

 

[JC327]

In need of some strength and positive energy from my MUT ladies; my family's dog is being put to sleep today /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> We think he had a stroke this past Monday and his immune system has crashed since and he's just not in control of himself anymore and can't even breathe well so it seems like the best thing to do but man, not sure how I'm gonna get through today.  

Im super late on this, so sorry to hear that. Sending lots of hugs your way.

 

[sparklegirl]

Yay for more reveals! I'm excited to see who the lucky girl is!

I still haven't bought the main part of my gift, but I think I'm finally ready to do that. I'll probably do that today and while it ships, wrap everything up. If all goes well, I should be ready to mail next week!

 

[Jac13]

ooohhh another box going out!!! I can't wait to see the reveal. I am sure it will be amazing. I will not send my box out until the end of the month. I am waiting on an item to come in and I am attempting this project. Soooo... if it comes out nice I will send it. So FGC you will have to wait a little longer but I am certain you will like your gift. I just created a box that I would want. I am thinking about keeping it, lol.

 

[tulosai]

Well, FGC, turns out the craft I thought I could do.... I could not do.  It looks like a 4 year old did it.  Seriously need to think about whether to put it in the box or not.  And this isn't me being falsely modest. It is bad.

 

[utgal2004]

Well, FGC, turns out the craft I thought I could do.... I could not do.  It looks like a 4 year old did it.  Seriously need to think about whether to put it in the box or not.  And this isn't me being falsely modest. It is bad.

You tried!  Give yourself a break... you've got a lot of stress to deal with and sometimes crafts just don't work out. :hugs3:

 

[kawaiisofoxy]

Just got the final "item" for my craft... It's one of those things that looks easy but could go "my kid made this for me in preschool" at any second... Lol. Pray for me everyone. I'll post the results tomorrow if it works out!

 

[tweakabell]

There's nothing more frustrating than putting so much time in a craft and not having it turn out like you pictured. I finally just had to accept that on her pencil roll.

@@tulosai I think you should send it out anyway. I think your FGC would love just knowing you put the time into it for her.

 

[tweakabell]

Happy thoughts please!! My lawyer just called and the insurance company is finally counter-offering. If they get this all bickered out I might not have to drive out to NM on Thurs!

 

[puppymomofthree]

Happy thoughts please!! My lawyer just called and the insurance company is finally counter-offering. If they get this all bickered out I might not have to drive out to NM on Thurs!

YEA!!!  Huge amounts of happy thoughts crossing from TN right now!

 

[puppymomofthree]

Well, FGC, turns out the craft I thought I could do.... I could not do.  It looks like a 4 year old did it.  Seriously need to think about whether to put it in the box or not.  And this isn't me being falsely modest. It is bad.

You are so much braver than I am.  I am not even attempting a craft.  You are too cool for even trying!

 

[tulosai]

You are so much braver than I am.  I am not even attempting a craft.  You are too cool for even trying!

You tried!  Give yourself a break... you've got a lot of stress to deal with and sometimes crafts just don't work out. :hugs3:

There's nothing more frustrating than putting so much time in a craft and not having it turn out like you pictured. I finally just had to accept that on her pencil roll.

@@tulosai I think you should send it out anyway. I think your FGC would love just knowing you put the time into it for her.

Aw thanks girls.  I am not too torn up about it no worries- I had fun making it and might keep it for myself either way as it is at least marginally useful but it honestly does not look so good. Another option is that I might gear up to try again...it doesn't take so long to make, my only hesitation is honestly the cost of further materials that might not be worth it if I mess up again.

 

[JC327]

Thanks /emoticons/[email protected] 2x" width="20" height="20" /> I felt my life pretty much reached a new low when my boss literally threw things at me but all I can do is try to push on for now... the job market is crap.

And those cat pics are awesome!

Sorry to hear that! Hope things start to look up for you.

 

[JC327]

My goodness that does sound awful. Have another hug for crappy people.

I found a job I'd actually like here in town (library workers) but I haven't made a resume in forever.I will say it's the only thing I've been interested in with my skill set. Honestly the thought of rejoining the workforce scares the bejeezus out of me. I'll probably chicken out miss the application date if I'm gonna be honest.

Im sure you will do great! Good luck with your resume and job applications.

 

[JC327]

This thread, you guys... I love it. I love it so much.

@@meaganola I have to buy this book for my sister! (And maybe a copy for me too!)

@@tweakabell I'm trying to get back into the workforce too. I'm in a very rural area, so my top 3 choices are chicken farming (I kid you not, I was offered a job last summer for $10/hr "cash money" to pick up dead chickens on a local Perdue farm), healthcare (unfortunately, I faint at the sight of blood. I hate it, it's stupid, but I've been assured by my doctor that it is indeed *a thing*, and there's no way to cure/desensitize myself. So that's out), or substitute teaching. Which may work out, as I have a degree and could get a license and go full time over the next few years. Also, my mom was is a recently retired teacher so at least I know what I'm getting into. But I managed to procrastinate so long on my application that now it's summer break, lol. We'll get there! Good luck with your hunt, please let us know if we can help (I'm sure there's some awesome résumé proofreaders on here!)

@@tulosai please tell me there is some kind of HR department you can report that to! No one deserves to have anything thrown at them! And I know the job market sucks, but start looking for something else - anything else - where you won't be abused at work. Big hugs in the meantime because it sounds like you're going through a rough patch.

Lastly, I love ALL of my beautiful summer fairies! I love that so many of us are avid readers! I think my next Amazon purchase will be "The Time Travelers Guide to the 14th Century". The author sourced letters, financial records, and other medieval documentation to give a picture of what a time traveler could expect to eat, wear, and do if unceremoniously dumped into plague-ridden Europe. YESSSSSS.

I had to go look up that book sounds interesting. I love reading books but i have a soft spot for young adult books like Harry Potter and Sisterhood of the Traveling pants.

 

[JC327]

They're good!! I'm exhausted though and I picked up a bad cold. I had an interview in Nashville on Thursday and I flew down and back in one day. Literally, 6 am flight, connection, arrive at 11:30, drive to office, interview at 1-4, book it back to the airport for a 6 pm Flight out, connection, home.

I flew 2,500 miles in one day!!! That interview went very well/super casual since it was in the office where I interned last summer but I was interviewing for a different role. I knew all the people, questions weren't crazy...

I have another interview on Monday in Chicago and I'm super excited about that (this is my "top choice" job). I'm still applying around though but I just really want this to be done/really hope I get the Chicago job.

I know a lot of people hate interviews but I like them and after having 100000 internships and jobs, I've had a lot of practice. Its all about you. You go in, talk about yourself and no one knows you better than you. It's a pitch and when they grill you about XYZ, you just bounce back and throw it down on the table and say - Yeah, I know I'm lacking in X but I do have abcdefg and this is what makes me amazing and why you need me.

The thing that breaks my heart the most is when people undervalue themselves and DONT negotiate a salary. It frames your entire time there. I just want to slap my friends sometimes.

Lol thanks for asking. This (and my thesis) are my entire world right now.

Good luck, hope you get your dream job!

 

[JC327]

@@tulosai I LOVED MISS PEREGRINE'S.  And the second one.  Now if the next one will just come out!  I'll have to check out The Cinder Series, I've never heard of it!  I read The Book Thief- it took me a long time because it was so sad, but so good!  I'll check the others out as well!

I need to read Gone Girl, it's on my list.. I think I might be the only person who hasn't read it yet hahaha!  

Thanks so so much for the recs- I will certainly be checking books out and downloading them today and tomorrow!

Me and you both I have to add Gone Girl to my list.