...on your child care providers. Seriously, people. If you put your child in someone's care, you obviously need to trust them. But how many people pity them? After all, they made a decision to go into child care and accept certain jobs, right? Wrong.
I was at the supermarket Thursday night and decided to get my daughter some popsicles. A nice treat to have once in a while, no? I discovered popsicles a while back that are not only half the size of a regular one (you can get full size, too), but are slow melting due to gelatin being added to them. I want to hug the genius that came up with that idea.
It was Thursday that I came across the poor girl (?) I am about to discuss. She was holding 4 boxed of different popsicles and had 2 little girls with her, ages maybe 3 and 5. They really could have cared less what was purchased by the time I rolled around.
She seemed REALLY confused and overwhelmed, so I said, "You know, I found these a while back and they are awesome. Very little mess." She looked at me with the most desperate crazy eyes I have ever seen. She then unloaded on me.
I don't know whose children they were, but apparently there is a 7 year old brother out there somewhere, too. She started going on about a woman I presume is the mother. The mother who sent this poor girl to the store to buy only natural organic products.
I COMPLETELY understand parents who choose to feed their children organic. Every parent has the right to decide what to feed their children. But riddle me this: If you make that decision, shouldn't YOU be the one doing the grocery shopping instead of sending someone who has NO idea what the hell you are talking about?!
This girl was precisely what you would envision if someone said "frazzled". Her hair was a mess, she was dropping things all over the place, she was completely and totally scattered. Thankfully, the children with her were well behaved.
If you are going to assume your child care provider is also your servant, the least you can do is give them some direction. Would it have killed the mother to suggest a supermarket with a wider variety of organic? Or to write a list?! With details?? It would seem the only instruction she gave was all natural organic.
Now, I am not an organic shopper. I buy what I like and I buy what my daughter and husband like. We eat fruit and vegetables, just like everyone else. But I do not go all out and buy organic. Occasionally, something I buy is organic by chance, but I do not seek it out. It also helps that I heard a while back about a study that was looking into the benefits of organic diet. Apparently, there is no significant difference in the long run. Yippee!! We're not going to die!!
Are there child care providers out there with similar experiences? I have done my fair share of child care and have willingly helped out with laundry, cooking, dishes and groceries. However, I feel there is a fine line between the sporadic help and the full on taking advantage. We ALL know that mother who has kids etc. because that is what you are "supposed" to do. I think this is the same kind of mother who puts her career above all else. There is NOTHING wrong with being a woman with a career, but when you have children, your priorities have to change somewhat. I really feel like this mother, whoever she is, just dumps her entire load of personal responsibility on this girl. I doubt she was at home with a handkerchief around her head scrubbing the floors while this girl did the grocery shopping for the week.
It was a brief but eye opening encounter. If I am ever fortunate enough to have in home child care, I will not make my responsibility the responsibility of my child care provider. I'll buy my own frozen chicken nuggets, thanks very much.
Saturday, May 14, 2011
Monday, May 9, 2011
I'm really sucking at this, who wants some coffee?
Honestly, I did really well for a few weeks, and then I started waiting an extra day here and there. Now I have gone from Friday posts to Monday posts?! C'mon now. I think the reason more than anything is my clever nature exposes itself at the most inopportune times, aka when I am not near my computer.
I usually find my inspiration in my every day surroundings. Today, that's my house. God help me. What the heck kind of inspiration can I find here? Laundry? Dusting? Mopping? Dishes? They all need to be done, but they aren't very inspiring. But you know what IS inspiring. My re-usable K-cup. Holy cow. I don't know why I waited so long to get this. Now I have waited so long, it is almost time to pull out the regular coffee maker for iced coffee season.
I am a person who has always loved Dunkin Donuts coffee, from one Dunkin Donuts. Or home brewed Dunkin Donuts coffee. For all who think I'm a little bit nuts, not all Dunkin Donuts is created equal. However, I gave the Keurig a try and found I was pleasantly surprised. I also discovered New England Coffee, which made me question coffee up until this point.
I am not sure I will EVER buy Dunkin Donuts coffee grinds again. I mean, I go to Dunkies a LOT and will continue to do so, but this New England Coffee is pretty bomb, I'm not gonna lie! First of all, they have more flavors. This is good news for me, as I love flavored coffee. It's also good for all employers, as they can now rest assured I am not showing up tanked off Bailey's coffee.
Also, it is so inexpensive! I'm talking like $4.99 a bag. As opposed to Dunkies, which is like $7.99 a bag. Even at my overpriced but really nice grocery store, it goes on sale and I stock up big time. Last time, they were 2 for $5!! But I had the Keurig out, so even though I bought some for upcoming iced coffee season, it has been sitting in my cabinet for longer than any coffee has ever lasted in my house.
Now, I have the K-cup that I can use ANY coffee in!! (Can you tell yet I am on my 3rd cup today??) So, I have been enjoying my New England Coffee more than anyone should enjoy a beverage. But alas, my relationship with the K-cup is rapidly approaching a break. Time for Mr. Coffee to drag his dusty ol' ass out of the cabinet and get to work. If he wants our relationship to last longer than mine and Mr. Keurig's, he better be ready to show me what he's got.
I'm going to go ahead and share my perfect iced coffee measurements with you. Normally, when I make a full pot of coffee, I use about 4.5 scoops of coffee grinds. Are those tablespoons? Well, for iced coffee, I up it just a bit to 5 and a little. That's right. That is my exact measurement. I don't like strong, bitter coffee. I also don't like it watered down once the ice starts melting. This makes it juuuuuuust right. With New England Coffee. I'm not sure about Dunkies, as I haven't had it in my house in a year, easily.
For those of you who like mocha iced coffee, try New England Coffee's Chocolate Cappuccino. Obviously, Mr. Coffee doesn't make it all frothy and sexy, but it's a nice touch without the thick syrup from Dunkies. Unless you're into that sort of thing, you sick freak.
I have tried other flavors, but that is my favorite. They have a ton of options far beyond your typical hazelnut and french vanilla from Dunkies, or your breakfast blend or extra bold from other retailers. I highly recommend trying this brand. I have tried many and enjoyed none. This was a delightful surprise. Unless, maybe.... is it possible I am getting so old, my taste buds are dying?! Jeez, I better get another cup of coffee and do some research on that.
I usually find my inspiration in my every day surroundings. Today, that's my house. God help me. What the heck kind of inspiration can I find here? Laundry? Dusting? Mopping? Dishes? They all need to be done, but they aren't very inspiring. But you know what IS inspiring. My re-usable K-cup. Holy cow. I don't know why I waited so long to get this. Now I have waited so long, it is almost time to pull out the regular coffee maker for iced coffee season.
I am a person who has always loved Dunkin Donuts coffee, from one Dunkin Donuts. Or home brewed Dunkin Donuts coffee. For all who think I'm a little bit nuts, not all Dunkin Donuts is created equal. However, I gave the Keurig a try and found I was pleasantly surprised. I also discovered New England Coffee, which made me question coffee up until this point.
I am not sure I will EVER buy Dunkin Donuts coffee grinds again. I mean, I go to Dunkies a LOT and will continue to do so, but this New England Coffee is pretty bomb, I'm not gonna lie! First of all, they have more flavors. This is good news for me, as I love flavored coffee. It's also good for all employers, as they can now rest assured I am not showing up tanked off Bailey's coffee.
Also, it is so inexpensive! I'm talking like $4.99 a bag. As opposed to Dunkies, which is like $7.99 a bag. Even at my overpriced but really nice grocery store, it goes on sale and I stock up big time. Last time, they were 2 for $5!! But I had the Keurig out, so even though I bought some for upcoming iced coffee season, it has been sitting in my cabinet for longer than any coffee has ever lasted in my house.
Now, I have the K-cup that I can use ANY coffee in!! (Can you tell yet I am on my 3rd cup today??) So, I have been enjoying my New England Coffee more than anyone should enjoy a beverage. But alas, my relationship with the K-cup is rapidly approaching a break. Time for Mr. Coffee to drag his dusty ol' ass out of the cabinet and get to work. If he wants our relationship to last longer than mine and Mr. Keurig's, he better be ready to show me what he's got.
I'm going to go ahead and share my perfect iced coffee measurements with you. Normally, when I make a full pot of coffee, I use about 4.5 scoops of coffee grinds. Are those tablespoons? Well, for iced coffee, I up it just a bit to 5 and a little. That's right. That is my exact measurement. I don't like strong, bitter coffee. I also don't like it watered down once the ice starts melting. This makes it juuuuuuust right. With New England Coffee. I'm not sure about Dunkies, as I haven't had it in my house in a year, easily.
For those of you who like mocha iced coffee, try New England Coffee's Chocolate Cappuccino. Obviously, Mr. Coffee doesn't make it all frothy and sexy, but it's a nice touch without the thick syrup from Dunkies. Unless you're into that sort of thing, you sick freak.
I have tried other flavors, but that is my favorite. They have a ton of options far beyond your typical hazelnut and french vanilla from Dunkies, or your breakfast blend or extra bold from other retailers. I highly recommend trying this brand. I have tried many and enjoyed none. This was a delightful surprise. Unless, maybe.... is it possible I am getting so old, my taste buds are dying?! Jeez, I better get another cup of coffee and do some research on that.
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
The Things I'll Miss
I am quite sure I will expand upon this list once in a while, but to start off, these are the things I will miss most about not working in the city anymore:
1. First and foremost, my WONDERFUL bosses. I have a close friendship with both of them that will not end merely because I am starting a new job.
2.Taking the Orange Line. I mean, really. Where else can I find those kind of people to photograph?
3. The smell of the ocean as I walk to my office.
4. The sound of the seagulls flying overhead. Although, their population has increased to such an astronomical number, I am sure I can find some fatties in the McDonald's parking lot.
5. My clients. No lie, a lot of them suck, but there are a select few who have made my job very rewarding.
6. Mexicorn. Don't ask.
7. The wall of shame.
8. Coogans, even though it has seemingly turned into an underage drinking hub. Oh wait, I'm just getting older.
9. My office mate. He knows more than he should. May have to take him out before I go.....
10. The copier, that jams EVERY damn time I try to use it. I mean, it doesn't seem like something I should miss, but I can't very well go into a new office and start punching, kicking and screaming at their copier now, can I?
11. Being able to punch, kick and scream at the copier without people looking at me like I am crazy. They understand.
12. OOH! I almost forgot Stuart Little and his family!! Working above bar has its benefits, but it also has its drawbacks. Who doesn't love the smell of decomp in the morning?!
13. Wearing sneakers/Uggs. My boss used to be someone who didn't even want us wearing open toe shoes, never mind those items. Flip flops are still a no no. I think the slapping noise reminds him of his childhood. He twitches.
14. Going in at 9:30 and having Fridays off. It's that little bit of extra time I get to spend with my daughter. I have been assured that I can work 4 days if I want, but I doubt they'll pay me the same, so 5 days it is!! At least for the time being.
15. WB Mason orders. Every month, my boss tells me I am not longer in charge of ordering. Then he tells me to order stuff. But last week I ordered binder clips, which almost pushed him over the edge indefinitely. Turns out we had tons. Which he showed me. In a very flamboyant manner. Hahaha!!!!
That is all for now, as I must get my hustle on and get out the door. I'll be back. There are FAR more than 15 things I'll miss. :)
1. First and foremost, my WONDERFUL bosses. I have a close friendship with both of them that will not end merely because I am starting a new job.
2.Taking the Orange Line. I mean, really. Where else can I find those kind of people to photograph?
3. The smell of the ocean as I walk to my office.
4. The sound of the seagulls flying overhead. Although, their population has increased to such an astronomical number, I am sure I can find some fatties in the McDonald's parking lot.
5. My clients. No lie, a lot of them suck, but there are a select few who have made my job very rewarding.
6. Mexicorn. Don't ask.
7. The wall of shame.
8. Coogans, even though it has seemingly turned into an underage drinking hub. Oh wait, I'm just getting older.
9. My office mate. He knows more than he should. May have to take him out before I go.....
10. The copier, that jams EVERY damn time I try to use it. I mean, it doesn't seem like something I should miss, but I can't very well go into a new office and start punching, kicking and screaming at their copier now, can I?
11. Being able to punch, kick and scream at the copier without people looking at me like I am crazy. They understand.
12. OOH! I almost forgot Stuart Little and his family!! Working above bar has its benefits, but it also has its drawbacks. Who doesn't love the smell of decomp in the morning?!
13. Wearing sneakers/Uggs. My boss used to be someone who didn't even want us wearing open toe shoes, never mind those items. Flip flops are still a no no. I think the slapping noise reminds him of his childhood. He twitches.
14. Going in at 9:30 and having Fridays off. It's that little bit of extra time I get to spend with my daughter. I have been assured that I can work 4 days if I want, but I doubt they'll pay me the same, so 5 days it is!! At least for the time being.
15. WB Mason orders. Every month, my boss tells me I am not longer in charge of ordering. Then he tells me to order stuff. But last week I ordered binder clips, which almost pushed him over the edge indefinitely. Turns out we had tons. Which he showed me. In a very flamboyant manner. Hahaha!!!!
That is all for now, as I must get my hustle on and get out the door. I'll be back. There are FAR more than 15 things I'll miss. :)
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