Total Chaos Thursday...

It's always a shocker when a company changes their employee handbook...there is always an up roar about something in the beginning. What pisses me off is that the 'Man' can create written rules, but then verbalize extensions to those rules that contradicts what is written & there's not a damn thing you can do about it. It's not the rules that bother me - I get it - it's when the 'Man' is being a prick just because & you have no choice but to go along with it because you can't afford to not work. While I understand it may be a petty thing, but the principle behind it is a much bigger issue. It's about the issue of people in power, the games we all have to play & the bs that goes with the corporate world.
Like John Mayer sings "...it's not that we don't care; we just know the fight ain't fair...". What else can they just "verbalize" & assume that we should already know when it's no where in the handbook & get written up for? That's my main concern. It is not like I go out of my way to break rules - hell, I hate getting in trouble & I hate disappointing others.
I also find it highly inappropriate for upper management to sit around a table bashing an employee when the employee did not know they were doing anything wrong in the first place. It's funny how rules/guidelines are put into place, yet there are different expectations depending on your rank.
I know this is human nature - I know it's a losing battle - it is just really frustrating & I don't understand people.

That's all.

Sandals vs Flip Flops...WTF Wednesday

Ok - so I think it's safe to say most fashionistas know the difference between these two foot wear choices. The reason I bring this up is because 'Corporate' decided they want to throw certain types of sandals into the flip flop category making them inappropriate in the work place. I'm sending a BIG BS out on that.
This particular employee handbook has divided examples into "acceptable" & unacceptable. Flip Flops fall under unacceptable - however, the handbook clearly states "sandals may be worn other than flip flops".

Dictionary.com
Flip flops:
"any backless, usually open-toed flat shoe or slipper"
"a flat, backless rubber sandal, usually secured on the foot by a thong between the first two toes"

Sandals
"a shoe consisting of a sole of leather or other material fastened to the foot by thongs or straps"
"any various low shoes or slippers"
"a light, low rubber overshoe covering only the front part of a woman's high heeled shoe"
"a band or strap that fastens a low shoe or slipper on the foot by passing over the instep or around the ankle"

A little bit of history from wiki:
Flip flops were fashioned after Japanese footwear (zoris) held onto the foot by 2 thongs that rise from the side of sole, meet & attach to the sole between the 1st & 2nd toe.
Sandals is footwear based on the type worn in the Roman Empire. Usually manufactured of leather, held onto the foot by several thongs across the instep & strap behind & above the heel.

Now I can understand the confusion - many similarities between the two - but when applying to a "rule", I don't think what is written should contradict what is being said as the "law". It has been decided that ANY shoe that has a thong between the toes will be considered a 'flip flop'. Um...do we not see the problem here? And yes, this isn't necessarily a MAJOR deal but it is the principal that irritates me. Either sandals are acceptable or not...just saying.

Below are pictures of the two different styles of shoes...can you tell which is a flip flop & which is a sandal? To me it is clear. What do you think?

At least it's hump day

So I took the day off to run errands & hang out with my boyfriend. (yes, I guess I'm trying to give him his last chance). The advantages of living in a small town:

1. Within 5 minutes of pretty much anywhere you need to go
2. Typically not a long wait
3. Rush hour traffic is like 5 cars backed up

Cons of living in a small town:

1. Not many places to go
2. Gas prices are outrageous
3. Small town political BS & everyone up in your business
4. Small minded, ignorant people seem to be more concentrated

As I wait here for my last minute ortho appointment, it's amazing to see how many unwelcoming people are sitting in one room. Don't get me wrong, part of it could be I'm shy & do not do week in large crowds by myself - & it's crazy how much we rely on technology. I believe almost every person in this room is using their cell phone...me included.

Just ready to go shopping now :)
That's my random rant for the day

*Unicorns & Glitter*

Busy as a bee

Ok - so maybe for the night I had actually been productive. I just don't know how people do it all? Like moms for instance. Full time job, taking care of home & family, exercising, blogging, crafting etc. I suppose I'm learning the value of every minute in each day.

Guess I'm going to have to stop sleeping when I get sad, depressed etc. whoa - part of the self cleansing thing after the divorce.

Been working on my craft projects - one at a time & actual finishing the project - not normal for my ADHD & high strung personality - designing an outfit for a photo shoot & working on make up looks for the shoot. I've been slacking with my YouTube channel but I'm hoping to start to post at least 1 video a week. I've at least been blogging more on my beauty site :)

And becoming a tad bit more involved with my Mk business - slowly but surely. At least getting everything organized! Ever since my divorce I've been a little more scatter brained & laid back with the OCD part of me. Weird. Everyday though, a little bit of me that was lost during that time creeps back in - but now I'm trying to be more "healthy" & seek God for guidance.

Time to hit the hay with my big girls!

*Pugs & Kisses*

More crafts!

A macramé bracelet is what's next! LOL I'm having so much fun actually creating something & slowly but surely working through all of my craft/project ideas :)


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Craft time!

During my lunch break today I decided to knock out one of the millions of projects that I want to do...this is what I did!
I love bows & I love leopard! Super easy & I find I'm relaxed while doing crafts...most of the time.

What will be next?


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Friday night therapy

It's always good to get out & hang out with your friends...especially for this hermit. It's really hard to get me out of my home once I'm there. I've always been somewhat of a hermit, but not like this...not after the divorce.
Took a friend out with me to go to the "city" that's about an hour away...I normally go there every other week because that's where all the shopping is...Petsmart, Petco, Target, the mall, downtown antique/vintage shops & actual restaurants to enjoy.
My friend was going to look at a car for her daughter & I mainly went over there to do Mary Kay business, which fell through. People really irritate me sometimes.
But we continued to go do what we wanted too & had a good time. I haven't laughed so hard in a really long time. Laughter is a very good medicine :) That's my shopping therapy adventure.

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Size does really matter...

Body size that is...especially for women. The way we look can play a major role in what other people think of us...whether right or wrong. "Dress to Impress" is a true statement. But since we are flawed beings, I think we are taking this "judging" business to far. I read this article from Glamour magazine & found it very interesting. They did an intensive study about stereotyping based on a woman's weight: if you're overweight people think of you as lazy, sloppy, etc. If you're thin, people think that you are stuck up, snobby, bitchy. In reality, we really don't know about the other person unless we actually put forth the effort to get to know them. You can't truly believe you have figured someone out just by what they look like.

Take retail for instance. If a grubby, old, shabby man walks into a place like Neimans or Barney's, what do you think the initial reaction/thought would be among the sales reps? Oh he won't buy anything; Where's the commission? Why waste time helping them? Or, OMG they are a shoplifter or someone who is dangerous. I'm not bashing either one of these stores, they were just the first 2 higher end places I thought of. I worked retail for many years...hell, I worked for A&F before all the law suits - you want to talk about stereotyping & everything based off your appearance? Point being, I'm not above being judgemental, stereotyping etc. just like everyone else. So back to the shabby man - he gets frustrated no one helps him & leaves...turns out he was a VERY wealthy man (true story). Best example is Pretty Woman. Enough said.

I think every being "judges" - it's just humans who have the ability to take it to a more complex level & become malicious. This article revealed that overweight women were more likely to get less pay than a thinner woman...ok really? Women - we already have the battle of being "equal" to men in the workforce & being paid accordingly - why are we going against each other? It's really sad when numbers are put in writing & being able to "see" the prejudice going on amongst ourselves.

I don't think very highly of the human race at times because of all the bad & damage we can do & still do to each other & everything around us. Why can't we just all get along? Yes, that was a little cliche.  But it's absolutely ridiculous how women percieve other women or even percieve ourselves. Beauty comes from the inside, not out. And who is the one who gets to "decide" what attributes make a woman beautiful/hot/sexy? It's only been in the last 100 years that the shift towards super thin became ideal. This image that we blast everywhere in our society is unrealistic & a lot of times, not healthy. Why are you considered good looking/conceited etc. just because you are thin? Every body is different.

Just thought it was interesting to see just how much our appearance effects us.


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