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[cj9200]

What a game. Wow.

 

[AirGoofy]

I'm going to go out on a limb and say someone looks like they're having a good time.

Epcot today. Maybe I can add another picture. I do have a semi live trip report going on with the link in my signature. Or, just go to dvc trip reports.

 

[pkondz]

Morning gents.
15 more minutes then I'm done for the day.

 

[declansdad]

Morning gents.
15 more minutes then I'm done for the day.

Short day.

 

[wasnotafan]

If anyone missed it from FB.

Expedition Everest front car.

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Never catch me there, but my daughter would love it.

What a game. Wow.

Anytime unc loses is a good time. Having a Big East team beat them just makes it that much better. 2nd in the pool is much better than I expected as my brackets were based mostly on hopes and wishes.

 

[declansdad]

Never catch me there, but my daughter would love it.

Front car and the very back are the two best places to be.

 

[cj9200]

Epcot today. Maybe I can add another picture. I do have a semi live trip report going on with the link in my signature. Or, just go to dvc trip reports.

You guys look like you are having a great time. I can imagine you enjoyed ESPN.

Morning gents.
15 more minutes then I'm done for the day.

Now what are you going to do?

Anytime unc loses is a good time. Having a Big East team beat them just makes it that much better. 2nd in the pool is much better than I expected as my brackets were based mostly on hopes and wishes.

Since my now adopted conference is the Big East it was good to see Nova win. Over the last 4 years, I watched a lot of Big East games and they can play. Much better than what I saw from the SEC this year. Reminded the Pirate Princess the last team to beat Villanova this year was Seton Hall when they won the conference tournament.

My bracket was done the first day.

 

[Goofy + 3]

Hey Chris. Looking forward to the story but I lost out on the pool on the reason for your absence. I had 1-3 in a federal minimum security prison.

Now I remember why I used to spend so much (too much) time on here. Where else on the internet can one go to get witty banter behind a veil of near anonymity.

With these new boards, you have to re-load your avatar. That story must be a doozie. I'll read it when I get back from WDW.

Not as entertaining as some stories- more of a state of the family address.

No jail time, well that's disappointing.

The day's not over yet. Still plenty of time for county lockup.

Does it involve fireworks? I love your fireworks stories...

Aww.. You remembered..

Then hopefully it involves the CIA and exploding helicopters.

I have neither the ambition nor the resources to get the CIA or helicopters involved. However, I am willing to learn.

Wow, wonder if they still have room for one more...

Is there a "mic drop" smiley?

 

[Goofy + 3]

Story time.

My apologies to guys who have been on here for a year or less- you're going to get stuck reading about someone with whom you have no familiarity. This is mostly for the old farts who remember me and may have wondered where I disappeared to.

First, let's rewind to happier days when I could sit at my desk, do my work. and keep up with moderately entertaining conversations with guys who seem to be a pretty decent group. Ahh the good old days when tales of cheese balls and fart jokes would break up the monotony. That began to unravel somewhere around January of 2015. My boss at the time (good guy) called me in to his office for a little chat. [Side note: Do they ever want to chat for a good reason? Discuss amongst yourselves.] He said that one of my neighbors didn't like me very much. Apparently this guy went to his boss and said he didn't know why I even had a job there since all I ever do is goof off on the internet, and don't do much else. Plus he said he had a photo of me sleeping at my desk. Needless to say... Now, these things aren't true. I usually sleep in the men's room, and save my internet goof off time for when he's not around. But still, I quit all Disney and other sites cold turkey just so nobody could have anything to criticize me about. And for the record, my boss thinks that other guy is just a bitter sack of crap and that in my boss's book, I'm doing just fine and don't need to worry about this.

And for the next several months, that's how it was. Working near a dude who clearly had an axe to grind and avoiding non-work sites like crazy.

The real punch-line is coming up later, but I have some errands to run. Stay tuned for the crappy conclusion later today.

 

[cj9200]

The real punch-line is coming up later, but I have some errands to run. Stay tuned for the crappy conclusion later today.

Hope it involves scorpions inside boxer shorts.

Forgot about the fireworks story until Randal mentioned it.

 

[Goofy + 3]

Hope it involves scorpions inside boxer shorts.

Forgot about the fireworks story until Randal mentioned it.

You had to go and ruin the ending, didn't you.

 

[wasnotafan]

Story time.

My apologies to guys who have been on here for a year or less- you're going to get stuck reading about someone with whom you have no familiarity. This is mostly for the old farts who remember me and may have wondered where I disappeared to.

Us old farts have trouble remembering breakfast so for us you are like a new guy again.

First, let's rewind to happier days when I could sit at my desk, do my work. and keep up with moderately entertaining conversations with guys who seem to be a pretty decent group. Ahh the good old days when tales of cheese balls and fart jokes would break up the monotony. That began to unravel somewhere around January of 2015. My boss at the time (good guy) called me in to his office for a little chat. [Side note: Do they ever want to chat for a good reason? Discuss amongst yourselves.] He said that one of my neighbors didn't like me very much. Apparently this guy went to his boss and said he didn't know why I even had a job there since all I ever do is goof off on the internet, and don't do much else. Plus he said he had a photo of me sleeping at my desk. Needless to say... Now, these things aren't true. I usually sleep in the men's room, and save my internet goof off time for when he's not around. But still, I quit all Disney and other sites cold turkey just so nobody could have anything to criticize me about. And for the record, my boss thinks that other guy is just a bitter sack of crap and that in my boss's book, I'm doing just fine and don't need to worry about this.

And for the next several months, that's how it was. Working near a dude who clearly had an axe to grind and avoiding non-work sites like crazy.

Always one of those around who don't have time to do their own jobs but criticize those who do their jobs. Like I tell SWMBO when she complains about the way I wash dishes...I like my way of doing it better than your way of not doing it.

The real punch-line is coming up later, but I have some errands to run. Stay tuned for the crappy conclusion later today.

I hate crappy conclusions. How about one with unicorns farting rainbows? Either way it will have to wait. We are taking DD out to see a movie for her BDay today. One of the advantages of home schooling.

 

[Goofy + 3]

And now for the exciting conclusion (Now with farting unicorns!!)

Up until Oct 8, everything had been status quo. I had to see that guy every day, but my boss was happy with me so no big deal. Then on Oct 8 I get a call from someone who said he had some questions that he needed my help with. "No problem", I say. "I'll be right down". Then I realize who it was on the phone. It was the head of Loss Prevention. Hmm... Not someone people like getting phone calls from (although he's a nice guy). When I get there we do the little chit chat thing for a few minutes and he starts asking me about Disney. I assume that this is because I have a reputation, as you all probably do as well, as a bit of an expert on putting together trips. I happily answer a few questions about WDW and then he starts asking about my side business, SAT/ACT prep. I answer a question or two about that and realize there's something weird going on. He says that it has been brought to his attention that I may be in violation of our Conflict of Interest policy and he needed to investigate. Two hours later I'm walking back to my desk wondering how all this is going to play out. Every day in October sucked after that.

Now for a little background on something that was happening at the same time. In Spring of 2015, I was informed that my company was getting out of my line of business. At the same time, my boss says "Don't worry. You're safe. You're going to work for those guys over there." I liked that plan. In August, I begin the process of winding down my two areas and expected to be done in early November.

Here's where the story comes to it's crappy conclusion. On Oct 27, I get called in to a VP's office with a director of HR in the office. (I think you can all see where this is going). First, he gives my the results of the investigation. They weren't pleased with me helping a friend plan a trip and doing some of that on company time. Fair enough. But then, they say that since my area had been phased out, my position had been eliminated and that I didn't need to show up to work the next day. I say, "my boss said I was going to work for this other team". VP says that position was never approved. My last day for the company was Nov 2. 12 years and I get sent out the door just like that. Officially, the reason is that my role was eliminated. I give the background of the investigation because some of my old colleagues speculated that I was just collateral damage in the feud between my boss and VP. VP couldn't touch my boss so instead he went after his favorite employee. My boss wound up retiring 3 weeks after I left.

So there you go. No unicorns farting rainbows, just a crappy way to kick off the holiday season. On the upside, they gave me 6 months of severance pay.

The family is good. November and December were rough emotionally for me but the job hunt picked up in Jan/Feb. There was a job with the state I was pursuing but didn't get. I'm still chasing it though. They'll hire for it again in a few months and I offered to intern for them to gain the experience I was lacking the first time. They agreed to it and I start April 18. 42 is probably not the typical age for an intern, but I can afford to go without a paycheck for a while. DW and I are very frugal with our money and we can stretch the emergency fund out for another year if we have to.

Alright, I'm tired of typing. I need to eat something and go tutor some kids.

 

[declansdad]

And now for the exciting conclusion (Now with farting unicorns!!)

Up until Oct 8, everything had been status quo. I had to see that guy every day, but my boss was happy with me so no big deal. Then on Oct 8 I get a call from someone who said he had some questions that he needed my help with. "No problem", I say. "I'll be right down". Then I realize who it was on the phone. It was the head of Loss Prevention. Hmm... Not someone people like getting phone calls from (although he's a nice guy). When I get there we do the little chit chat thing for a few minutes and he starts asking me about Disney. I assume that this is because I have a reputation, as you all probably do as well, as a bit of an expert on putting together trips. I happily answer a few questions about WDW and then he starts asking about my side business, SAT/ACT prep. I answer a question or two about that and realize there's something weird going on. He says that it has been brought to his attention that I may be in violation of our Conflict of Interest policy and he needed to investigate. Two hours later I'm walking back to my desk wondering how all this is going to play out. Every day in October sucked after that.

Now for a little background on something that was happening at the same time. In Spring of 2015, I was informed that my company was getting out of my line of business. At the same time, my boss says "Don't worry. You're safe. You're going to work for those guys over there." I liked that plan. In August, I begin the process of winding down my two areas and expected to be done in early November.

Here's where the story comes to it's crappy conclusion. On Oct 27, I get called in to a VP's office with a director of HR in the office. (I think you can all see where this is going). First, he gives my the results of the investigation. They weren't pleased with me helping a friend plan a trip and doing some of that on company time. Fair enough. But then, they say that since my area had been phased out, my position had been eliminated and that I didn't need to show up to work the next day. I say, "my boss said I was going to work for this other team". VP says that position was never approved. My last day for the company was Nov 2. 12 years and I get sent out the door just like that. Officially, the reason is that my role was eliminated. I give the background of the investigation because some of my old colleagues speculated that I was just collateral damage in the feud between my boss and VP. VP couldn't touch my boss so instead he went after his favorite employee. My boss wound up retiring 3 weeks after I left.

So there you go. No unicorns farting rainbows, just a crappy way to kick off the holiday season. On the upside, they gave me 6 months of severance pay.

The family is good. November and December were rough emotionally for me but the job hunt picked up in Jan/Feb. There was a job with the state I was pursuing but didn't get. I'm still chasing it though. They'll hire for it again in a few months and I offered to intern for them to gain the experience I was lacking the first time. They agreed to it and I start April 18. 42 is probably not the typical age for an intern, but I can afford to go without a paycheck for a while. DW and I are very frugal with our money and we can stretch the emergency fund out for another year if we have to.

Alright, I'm tired of typing. I need to eat something and go tutor some kids.

That sucks big time Chris but I'm glad that you have been able to deal with it all. Good luck with the internship, hope that it leads to a permanent gig. It seemed to work for Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson no reason it can't for you.

 

[AirGoofy]

So, here's a recommendation from a fat and sometimes drunk guy. Skip the beer and pretzel in Germany and go to this place in France for a croissant, half-baguette, or anything else and then stop outside for a lemon Grand Marnier Grey Goose slush. Viva la France.

 

[AirGoofy]

And now for the exciting conclusion (Now with farting unicorns!!)

Up until Oct 8, everything had been status quo. I had to see that guy every day, but my boss was happy with me so no big deal. Then on Oct 8 I get a call from someone who said he had some questions that he needed my help with. "No problem", I say. "I'll be right down". Then I realize who it was on the phone. It was the head of Loss Prevention. Hmm... Not someone people like getting phone calls from (although he's a nice guy). When I get there we do the little chit chat thing for a few minutes and he starts asking me about Disney. I assume that this is because I have a reputation, as you all probably do as well, as a bit of an expert on putting together trips. I happily answer a few questions about WDW and then he starts asking about my side business, SAT/ACT prep. I answer a question or two about that and realize there's something weird going on. He says that it has been brought to his attention that I may be in violation of our Conflict of Interest policy and he needed to investigate. Two hours later I'm walking back to my desk wondering how all this is going to play out. Every day in October sucked after that.

Now for a little background on something that was happening at the same time. In Spring of 2015, I was informed that my company was getting out of my line of business. At the same time, my boss says "Don't worry. You're safe. You're going to work for those guys over there." I liked that plan. In August, I begin the process of winding down my two areas and expected to be done in early November.

Here's where the story comes to it's crappy conclusion. On Oct 27, I get called in to a VP's office with a director of HR in the office. (I think you can all see where this is going). First, he gives my the results of the investigation. They weren't pleased with me helping a friend plan a trip and doing some of that on company time. Fair enough. But then, they say that since my area had been phased out, my position had been eliminated and that I didn't need to show up to work the next day. I say, "my boss said I was going to work for this other team". VP says that position was never approved. My last day for the company was Nov 2. 12 years and I get sent out the door just like that. Officially, the reason is that my role was eliminated. I give the background of the investigation because some of my old colleagues speculated that I was just collateral damage in the feud between my boss and VP. VP couldn't touch my boss so instead he went after his favorite employee. My boss wound up retiring 3 weeks after I left.

So there you go. No unicorns farting rainbows, just a crappy way to kick off the holiday season. On the upside, they gave me 6 months of severance pay.

The family is good. November and December were rough emotionally for me but the job hunt picked up in Jan/Feb. There was a job with the state I was pursuing but didn't get. I'm still chasing it though. They'll hire for it again in a few months and I offered to intern for them to gain the experience I was lacking the first time. They agreed to it and I start April 18. 42 is probably not the typical age for an intern, but I can afford to go without a paycheck for a while. DW and I are very frugal with our money and we can stretch the emergency fund out for another year if we have to.

Alright, I'm tired of typing. I need to eat something and go tutor some kids.

That sucks. Glad to hear you and DW have an emergency fund to absorb the loss.

 

[dvczerfs]

And now for the exciting conclusion (Now with farting unicorns!!)

Up until Oct 8, everything had been status quo. I had to see that guy every day, but my boss was happy with me so no big deal. Then on Oct 8 I get a call from someone who said he had some questions that he needed my help with. "No problem", I say. "I'll be right down". Then I realize who it was on the phone. It was the head of Loss Prevention. Hmm... Not someone people like getting phone calls from (although he's a nice guy). When I get there we do the little chit chat thing for a few minutes and he starts asking me about Disney. I assume that this is because I have a reputation, as you all probably do as well, as a bit of an expert on putting together trips. I happily answer a few questions about WDW and then he starts asking about my side business, SAT/ACT prep. I answer a question or two about that and realize there's something weird going on. He says that it has been brought to his attention that I may be in violation of our Conflict of Interest policy and he needed to investigate. Two hours later I'm walking back to my desk wondering how all this is going to play out. Every day in October sucked after that.

Now for a little background on something that was happening at the same time. In Spring of 2015, I was informed that my company was getting out of my line of business. At the same time, my boss says "Don't worry. You're safe. You're going to work for those guys over there." I liked that plan. In August, I begin the process of winding down my two areas and expected to be done in early November.

Here's where the story comes to it's crappy conclusion. On Oct 27, I get called in to a VP's office with a director of HR in the office. (I think you can all see where this is going). First, he gives my the results of the investigation. They weren't pleased with me helping a friend plan a trip and doing some of that on company time. Fair enough. But then, they say that since my area had been phased out, my position had been eliminated and that I didn't need to show up to work the next day. I say, "my boss said I was going to work for this other team". VP says that position was never approved. My last day for the company was Nov 2. 12 years and I get sent out the door just like that. Officially, the reason is that my role was eliminated. I give the background of the investigation because some of my old colleagues speculated that I was just collateral damage in the feud between my boss and VP. VP couldn't touch my boss so instead he went after his favorite employee. My boss wound up retiring 3 weeks after I left.

So there you go. No unicorns farting rainbows, just a crappy way to kick off the holiday season. On the upside, they gave me 6 months of severance pay.

The family is good. November and December were rough emotionally for me but the job hunt picked up in Jan/Feb. There was a job with the state I was pursuing but didn't get. I'm still chasing it though. They'll hire for it again in a few months and I offered to intern for them to gain the experience I was lacking the first time. They agreed to it and I start April 18. 42 is probably not the typical age for an intern, but I can afford to go without a paycheck for a while. DW and I are very frugal with our money and we can stretch the emergency fund out for another year if we have to.

Alright, I'm tired of typing. I need to eat something and go tutor some kids.

Sorry to hear Chis. Dw is in hr, she hit 50/20 last year. ( one is her age and one is years of service, you pick.lol)
When you hit the magic number of 70, you qualify for full retirement and benifits. That's what she needed to get.
They tend to not let you get to 70 and some how she slipped through the cracks I guess. He department is growing like crazy, she just goes to work, looks straight ahead and smiles.
She keeps an empty box by her desk, she said they will keep her there just to be p;-?ks. If she gets cut loose now, she qualifies for full retirement with benifits and a nice severance. She said she will call me to call the realtor and we will be heading south lol !!! You have to love corporate amaerican.

 

[pkondz]

Short day.

Long night.

Now what are you going to do?

What I already did. Slept til 3pm.

Where else on the internet can one go to get witty banter behind a veil of near anonymity.

Not here. You'll only get half the wit.

My apologies to guys who have been on here for a year or less- you're going to get stuck reading about someone with whom you have no familiarity.

and keep up with moderately entertaining conversations with guys who seem to be a pretty decent group.

So after you did that, would you come to the DISdads thread?

[Side note: Do they ever want to chat for a good reason?

NO!!

He said that one of my neighbors didn't like me very much. Apparently this guy went to his boss and said he didn't know why I even had a job there since all I ever do is goof off on the internet, and don't do much else. Plus he said he had a photo of me sleeping at my desk.

Ah. I know you're neighbour. We probably all do.

The real punch-line is coming up later, but I have some errands to run. Stay tuned for the crappy conclusion later today.

A cliffhanger? Ha! Didn't work! You posted too soon.

And now for the exciting conclusion

Sweet!

(Now with farting unicorns!!)

Yay!

Then I realize who it was on the phone. It was the head of Loss Prevention.

Oh, no...

He says that it has been brought to his attention that I may be in violation of our Conflict of Interest policy and he needed to investigate.

this neighbour of yours... did he he ever walk out to his car to discover 4 flat tires?

At the same time, my boss says "Don't worry. You're safe.

Uh, huh. And you believed him, right?

But then, they say that since my area had been phased out, my position had been eliminated and that I didn't need to show up to work the next day.

Wow. Just like that.
Maybe this is a company that you're better off not working for anyway.

12 years and I get sent out the door just like that.

And corporate laments the fact that employees aren't loyal anymore.
I wonder why?

Good luck with the upcoming position.

So, here's a recommendation from a fat and sometimes drunk guy. Skip the beer and pretzel in Germany and go to this place in France for a croissant, half-baguette, or anything else and then stop outside for a lemon Grand Marnier Grey Goose slush. Viva la France.

As a descendant of Germans, I totally must voice my concern and displea.... wait. Did you say Grey Goose slush? Those things are amazing.

 

[AirGoofy]

As a descendant of Germans, I totally must voice my concern and displea.... wait. Did you say Grey Goose slush? Those things are amazing.

As much as I like beer, I'm going to go with bourbon, vodka, rum, etc over beer. Great flavor and better kick.

 

[pkondz]

As much as I like beer, I'm going to go with bourbon, vodka, rum, etc over beer. Great flavor and better kick.

I had at GGS last time I was there... my first one.
I will be having more.