Gator Pam

I already posted this in The Lounge, but apparently not as many frequent there. So... Feliz Sink-o de mayo!

Coolness!

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The only good thing I'll say about UPS is that I do love their UPS Dogs page on Facebook.

Unless a signature is required, *all* of my deliveries are done this way, regardless of provider. Occasionally, I'll get notified on an app that a delivery has been made. But, many times it sits on the porch for hours before anyone goes outside and stumbles upon it. But, it's been that way for at least a couple of years here.

Have you tried the slinky approach? However, it appears the feeder needs to be at the top of the pole, not suspended from it.

Thanks, len. Halfway to my goal weight before I schedule my final reconstruction revision.

Stepped on the scale since pre-Passover. Only up 10 lbs., but considering I've been stalled over a year I'm not super pleased. Still, it could have been worse. Posting this photo of me at my highest and at my stalled weight, to hold myself accountable.

We used the last of our Easter ham and had eggs benedict for brunch today as well.

Happy Easter! Chag sameach Pesach!

Len, the first store sounds like a Kroger affiliate. Fred Meyer and QFC, the two Kroger affiliates I am aware of here, have instituted the same entrance limitations and the one way aisles. The second store sounds like what our Albertsons/Safeway affiliates are doing. We don't have Aldi's here, but I know many compare Aldi's to Trader Joe's. Our Trader Joe's is also managing the number of people in the store at one time. Prices are holding steady at all of the stores, so far. To encourage reusable bags, many communities instituted charges for using store bags. Currently, we are not allowed to use our reusable bags. But, we are told to enter 0 grocery store bags used at self checkout, even though we are now required to use them. I even asked if I could use my canvas bags as long as I bagged my own groceries, and was told I had to return my bags to my car before entering the store.

Currently, to claim Unemployment in Washington State, one had to have worked 680 hours in the past 18 months. Between the double mastectomy in the summer of 2018, the DIEP FLAP reconstructive surgery in January of 2019, and the recovery time from both, I did not work that much. I have been on track to exceed that with what I have worked since the school year started in September, but only worked one day last month before the buildings shut down. I did reach out to the substitute coordinator for one of the districts, asking about subbing in the administrative offices until next September, and she confirmed that everyone is working from home, so there currently won't be any office work. Supposedly, requirements for Unemployment are going to be changed, but I haven't seen that happening as yet. I am keeping my eyes on it, though.

Today Washington's Governor announced our schools will finish out the school year online. While I believe this is the wisest decision, as a classified substitute for two districts (meaning I do office support work, not instruction) there has been no jobs for me since mid-March. I do not know if the districts have told their administrative personnel that they couldn't have time off during this time, even for things like doctors appointments, or if they are allowing them time off without bringing in a substitute. I am considering looking for a temporary position to carry me throughout the summer. But, being immunocompromised, I have no idea what type of temporary position I can even be qualified for in these times. I guess my best bet will be to wait and see what the school districts do. But as a paycheck to paycheck worker, this is very concerning.

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Excellent! I haven't seen anything about it for this weekend.

hmm... This is all I've seen for now, but I'll keep my eyes open for updates.

I'm pretty sure for now it is only scheduled for this Friday through Sunday. The schedule is in the article.

I hope the Black Friday Forum is an acceptable place to post this, as it is a "seasonal" topic. Hallmark Channel Schedules Christmas Movie Marathon During Self-Quarantine

Even though it is for new accounts only, that is an amazing offer by the cable company. Our schools are currently closed for six weeks, and I have not heard of any similar offer here in the Pacific Northwet.

Holy crap! Effective at 6 p.m. tomorrow – Friday, March 13 – The Seattle Public Library will close all locations to the public, and these closures will remain in effect until at least April 13. http://www.spl.org/ChiefLibrarian

Yep. I'm a per diem classified substitute for two school districts in King County, WA. As such, I have no sick leave, no vacation leave, and no benefits. It was just announced all schools in King, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties are closed until at least April 24th. While FTE of the district should receive some sort of income to see them through this, as,s per diem substitute I am going to be without pay this whole time. I think maybe I'll look in to working for the Census, although I have no idea how that's going to be done if people don't answer the door.

All 6 US deaths due to coronavirus occurred at the hospital I frequent for monitoring my leukemia. The senior living center 5 of the cases came from is about 5 miles away from where I live. Even though I am immunocompromised due to my chemotherapy, I am not self isolating or avoiding social events and gatherings. Instead, I am continuing my standard of hygiene. I sing through Happy Birthday twice as I wash my hands. I use paper towels to open doors, and discard them in the trash immediately after. For now, I avoid shaking hands, and am surpressing my natural inclination to be a hugger. Coronavirus is in my community. Life goes on. I will live my life, take reasonable precautions, and refuse to panic.

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