biodork Posted December 18, 2012 Report Share Posted December 18, 2012 Job offers. Recieved a very enticing job offer yesterday. It isn't ideally what I'd like to be doing, but it is with a good compnay at a very competitive rate of pay. I have notified the other companies that I am interested in of the offer. I have until close-of-business Wednesday to make a decision. We'll see if I get any other bites now. Feels good to have the monkey of my back. Congrats!! Thanks all. Not nearly as well as hoped. I am more convinced than ever that he has social development issues. He is not doing very well in schol either. He's not an undo headache for us, but it isn't the happy, exciting experience we'd hoped for. I feel bad for the kid. I assume his parents forced him here. He'd be better off at home but his parents want him to finish the school year. Chinese culture is based heavily on the concept of shame. It would shame him and the family if he went home. Neither him, nor the family want to admit that he isn't cut out for this and should come home. That's too bad... I'd been meaning to ask about this as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Weave Posted December 18, 2012 Report Share Posted December 18, 2012 I'm guessing it's more about the individual than a particular cultrue. Some people love being thrown into something completely different, some people want to do the same thing every day of their lives. It is definitely this individual. Like I said, I am fairly sure he has social development issues. Smart kid. But so withdrawn it is painful. I'm sure the change in culture isn't helping any, but there are 5 other exchange students from China in his class and they have all adjusted very well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrader Posted December 18, 2012 Report Share Posted December 18, 2012 I wasn't getting any updates on the shipping of my big christmas present purchase of the year, so I was a bit worried that it might not make it on time. It was an order I placed on Thursday. I just got an email now that not only has it been shipped, but it is actually out for delivery this morning. Awesome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueBlueGED Posted December 18, 2012 Report Share Posted December 18, 2012 Saw an H3 with a "HUMRGRLZ" license plate. And yes, I resisted the urge to follow it home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of Dwight Drane Posted December 18, 2012 Report Share Posted December 18, 2012 Saw an H3 with a "HUMRGRLZ" license plate. And yes, I resisted the urge to follow it home. You'd have better luck following home a Smartcar with a "NOT2TINY" plate.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrader Posted December 19, 2012 Report Share Posted December 19, 2012 I wasn't getting any updates on the shipping of my big christmas present purchase of the year, so I was a bit worried that it might not make it on time. It was an order I placed on Thursday. I just got an email now that not only has it been shipped, but it is actually out for delivery this morning. Awesome. A $400 package and they just left it outside on the doorstep in a city neighborhood. Morons. Oh we'll, it is here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost of Dwight Drane Posted December 19, 2012 Report Share Posted December 19, 2012 A $400 package and they just left it outside on the doorstep in a city neighborhood. Morons. Oh we'll, it is here. What section of Boston? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrader Posted December 19, 2012 Report Share Posted December 19, 2012 What section of Boston? Somerville. I grew up in Boston, NY so it's definitely city to me. Judging by the trick or treat crowd this year, this isn't the ideal area to just leave something like that on the front step. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frissonic Posted December 19, 2012 Report Share Posted December 19, 2012 Somerville. I grew up in Boston, NY so it's definitely city to me. Judging by the trick or treat crowd this year, this isn't the ideal area to just leave something like that on the front step. have they sunk this low yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabres Fan in NS Posted December 19, 2012 Report Share Posted December 19, 2012 (edited) After all the crap I've had to deal with this year, and a mere 4 months after my boss told me maybe it was best for us to part ways, I just left his office with a promotion to VP of Sales & Marketing, a nice raise, and half of a bonus I earned that he refused to give me a few months ago. The extra money will definitely come in handy now that my mom, dad, and step mom are all unemployed (only my dad is receiving unemployment). I thought 2011 was horrible and 2012 had been worse up until about 15 minutes ago. Hopefully this continues trending upward for 2013. That's great news. ===== Update ... My meeting yesterday afternoon went extremely well. I won't bore everyone with all the details, but it looks good for a final meeting with the Treasurer of the BOD ... it is a not-for-profit and the Executive of the BOD have been quite hands on. So, it looks like the Treasurer wants to make sure that things are handed off to someone who knows what they are doing. I have no issues with this. Looks like, since the holidays are once again at our throats (Festivus for the rest of us ... I'm dusting off the aluminum pole, preparing my grievances to be aired and bulking up for the fits feats (damn auto correct) of strength ... :thumbsup: ) this meeting will be early in the new year. And I'm OK with that too. Edited December 19, 2012 by Sabres Fan In NS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dEnnis the Menace Posted December 19, 2012 Report Share Posted December 19, 2012 That's great news. ===== Update ... My meeting yesterday afternoon went extremely well. I won't bore everyone with all the details, but it looks good for a final meeting with the Treasurer of the BOD ... it is a not-for-profit and the Executive of the BOD have been quite hands on. So, it looks like the Treasurer wants to make sure that things are handed off to someone who knows what they are doing. I have no issues with this. Looks like, since the holidays are once again at our throats (Festivus for the rest of us ... I'm dusting off the aluminum pole, preparing my grievances to be aired and bulking up for the fits feats (damn auto correct) of strength ... :thumbsup: ) this meeting will be early in the new year. And I'm OK with that too. great news that the meeting went well. this sounds like a promising opportunity for you!! :beer: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claude_Verret Posted December 19, 2012 Report Share Posted December 19, 2012 Somerville. I grew up in Boston, NY so it's definitely city to me. Judging by the trick or treat crowd this year, this isn't the ideal area to just leave something like that on the front step. Where did you go to High School? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shrader Posted December 19, 2012 Report Share Posted December 19, 2012 Where did you go to High School? St Francis Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Claude_Verret Posted December 19, 2012 Report Share Posted December 19, 2012 St Francis Ahh ok. I went to Hamburg High with a bunch of Boston guys and I played a lot of travel baseball with some St. Francis grads. My mom wanted me to go to St. Francis, but I talked her out of it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biodork Posted December 19, 2012 Report Share Posted December 19, 2012 I'm not normally a fan of Russell Brand (didn't even know he had a tv show), but this is pretty awesome: http://youtu.be/OBA6qlHW8po Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattPie Posted December 19, 2012 Report Share Posted December 19, 2012 I'm not normally a fan of Russell Brand (didn't even know he had a tv show), but this is pretty awesome: http://youtu.be/OBA6qlHW8po Should have asked the dude on the left about "They shall not shave their heads or let their locks grow long; they shall surely trim the hair of their heads." - Ezekiel 44:20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biodork Posted December 19, 2012 Report Share Posted December 19, 2012 Should have asked the dude on the left about "They shall not shave their heads or let their locks grow long; they shall surely trim the hair of their heads." - Ezekiel 44:20 Haha :thumbsup: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dEnnis the Menace Posted December 20, 2012 Report Share Posted December 20, 2012 They got angry SO fast haha! that was really funny. I like Russel Brand, and now i may need to watch his show lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biodork Posted December 20, 2012 Report Share Posted December 20, 2012 I love how he makes very salient points while mocking them with a smile. ("The Holy Spirit ain't got a pen!") :D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dEnnis the Menace Posted December 20, 2012 Report Share Posted December 20, 2012 I love how he makes very salient points while mocking them with a smile. ("The Holy Spirit ain't got a pen!") :D haha or his remarks about who is going to hell. I was rolling on the floor when he pointed out the little people in the front row, and brought them into the conversation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
biodork Posted December 20, 2012 Report Share Posted December 20, 2012 haha or his remarks about who is going to hell. I was rolling on the floor when he pointed out the little people in the front row, and brought them into the conversation. lol "Well if Gandhi's going down, none of us are safe!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted December 20, 2012 Report Share Posted December 20, 2012 Chinese TV aired V for Vendetta. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/12/20/v-for-vendetta-china-tv_n_2335144.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nfreeman Posted December 20, 2012 Report Share Posted December 20, 2012 Job offers. Recieved a very enticing job offer yesterday. It isn't ideally what I'd like to be doing, but it is with a good compnay at a very competitive rate of pay. I have notified the other companies that I am interested in of the offer. I have until close-of-business Wednesday to make a decision. We'll see if I get any other bites now. Feels good to have the monkey of my back. That's great news. ===== Update ... My meeting yesterday afternoon went extremely well. I won't bore everyone with all the details, but it looks good for a final meeting with the Treasurer of the BOD ... it is a not-for-profit and the Executive of the BOD have been quite hands on. So, it looks like the Treasurer wants to make sure that things are handed off to someone who knows what they are doing. I have no issues with this. Looks like, since the holidays are once again at our throats (Festivus for the rest of us ... I'm dusting off the aluminum pole, preparing my grievances to be aired and bulking up for the fits feats (damn auto correct) of strength ... :thumbsup: ) this meeting will be early in the new year. And I'm OK with that too. Awesome. Congrats gents (and you too, CSB). Here's my bit of awesomeness: our dog, which we got as a puppy at the end of the summer, is totally housetrained and has been a great addition to the family. The kids absolutely love him, as does the wife, and I'm quite happy with him as well. Even though I generally am stuck with the before-bedtime walk, I've kinda grown to enjoy taking the air at night -- it's pretty pleasant and relaxing. Also, if my wife ever leaves me, the dog is a highly effective chick magnet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taro T Posted December 21, 2012 Report Share Posted December 21, 2012 Not sure if this fits in the 'awesome' thread or the compliant Thursday thread, but it looks like the Mayans oopsed this one. (That or the Spaniards massacring them had something to do with them not putting together the next calendar. :doh:) Yeah, I know it still could have been predicted on the west coast of Meh-e-co rather than the east coast, but we're into the 21st in the central timezone now; and that's close enough for me. To all those that have gotten job offers / leads :thumbsup:. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eleven Posted December 21, 2012 Report Share Posted December 21, 2012 Not sure if this fits in the 'awesome' thread or the compliant Thursday thread, but it looks like the Mayans oopsed this one. (That or the Spaniards massacring them had something to do with them not putting together the next calendar. :doh:) Yeah, I know it still could have been predicted on the west coast of Meh-e-co rather than the east coast, but we're into the 21st in the central timezone now; and that's close enough for me. To all those that have gotten job offers / leads :thumbsup:. But what if the world really did end and we're living in some sort of alternate reality? Oh, wait. There's still a lockout. Nevermind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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