The DDA Trouble Free Zone Part 25

[Brendita]

Anybody recognize these Disney fans?

OMG yes.
Don't be such strangers.
We miss those happy faces.

 

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

So my new employers are both very excited and pleased that I chose them. I spoke to Momboss2B earlier and Dadboss2B tonight. I also called the 3rd family and let them know I accepted a position and for them to please call me for babysitting. I can offer to sit for them because it wasn't an agency referral.

What I think is funny or infuriating (depending on how you look at it) is that the stupid agency called me this afternoon and said that the family I was interested in meeting (one with a 6 mo. old baby and funky hours because Dad is a pilot) would like to set up an interview. Oooh! Too late! I could have had a 4th family to consider, but that agency doesn't have the girl who sets up interviews working on Fridays! So if someone e-mails on Thursday evening that they want an interview over the weekend then nobody calls them back until MONDAY. It amazes me that they don't run that agency straight into the ground.

 

[Glynis]

Well, I was on the phone the entire day today. I talked with 3 of my friends who are long term nannies, I talked with the placement agent, I talked with DH. DH said there is just something about the job that pays all that money that he can't quite place. Somethign that makes him a little uneasy. The more I thought about it, the more I thought that as the time to start that job approached the more apprehensive I would feel. I really wanted the job with the little girl. I hemmed and hawed, and I finally called the agent and told her that I am just not comfortable and I don't think that job with all the money would be s good fit for me long term. Obviously she was not happy to hear that, but at least she wasn't ugly. Then I called the mom with the little girl and told her they win! They are the family I want to work for.

It is NOT less money, it is more, just not as MUCH more as the other family. But this little girl loves to go out and do things like Chuck E. Cheese which DS also loves and would have been off limits in that other job. So I was really happy. Until...

Momboss came home and I told her I chose a family and I will start either June 18 or 25. She freaked out on me and told me that I basically stabbed her in the back and that tomorrow will be my last day. She said we had a deal. Um, yes. The deal is that if I find a job before the end of August that I will TAKE IT and give them as much notice as I can. I think a MONTH notice is pretty generous, considering my written contract says two weeks. But this is an at-will employment state so if she wants me to be fired tomorrow then that's that. I told her it is a MONTH away and that I don't think she really wants for me to leave like this, but she was FURIOUS and said that I have to do what's best for my family and she has to do what's best for hers. So, leaving the kids alone after tomorrow is best? School is over! Or bringing in a stranger to temp for them is best for her family? Or treating me like dirt when I have NEVER concealed any of my interviews or intentions is best for her family? Hmm. OK.

Dadboss came in just as she told me to get out. So I very calmly and politely explained to Dadboss that I did choose a family and that I would let the new family know I couldn't start before June 25. He thought for a second, said that gives them more than a month to find a replacement and that will be fine. And he congratulated me. He was very nice and didn't yell at me or tell me I am fired. So we'll see what sort of greeting I get tomorrow. I told Momboss to call my friend who said she will help out, but I almost think she doesn't WANT a solution - she wants to be mad at me.

Well, I didn't want to say anything, but I was always pushing for the little girl's family. From what you said about not liking people in your workspace, it seemed to make a better fit. I'm glad you are happy with your decision.

WOW! Momboss sure sounds like a piece of work, today! She sounds quite hormonal right now! I bet she greets you just as if nothing happened. I wonder what woul have happened if Dadboss hadn't walked in when he did! It sounds like she doesn't even stop to consider the kids feelings in all this. Didn't she even think that they would need some time to get used to the idea that you're not going to be there anymore? I think you were very generous in giving them a month's notice! You can't put your life on hold to make Momboss happy. Just remember to take deep breaths tomorrow!

 

[Brendita]

Ok I am embarrassed to post this 1st picture But this was taken in Oct. last year.....

This was taken today.....

Excuse the look on my face, I was walking & Gary was snapping away lol

This one I am posting, just because I like it

Can you see the difference?

Oh yes I see the difference.
You look great Janet.

 

[Glynis]

MMMMM. Cake. I never win at cake walks. Rather a shame, since I do love cake!

She was so excited to win! The fun thing is that the cakes that were made for the cake walk, were all made and decorated by the 5th and 6th graders, so it doesn't look the best, but it sure smells good! The kids were so excited!!

 

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

Well, I didn't want to say anything, but I was always pushing for the little girl's family. From what you said about not liking people in your workspace, it seemed to make a better fit. I'm glad you are happy with your decision.

WOW! Momboss sure sounds like a piece of work, today! She sounds quite hormonal right now! I bet she greets you just as if nothing happened. I wonder what woul have happened if Dadboss hadn't walked in when he did! It sounds like she doesn't even stop to consider the kids feelings in all this. Didn't she even think that they would need some time to get used to the idea that you're not going to be there anymore? I think you were very generous in giving them a month's notice! You can't put your life on hold to make Momboss happy. Just remember to take deep breaths tomorrow!

Thanks, Glynis. Dadboss is always my defender when Momboss flies off the handle at me, so it was really lucky that he came in when he did. In the past when she has been ugly to me she ignores me for a few days and then acts like nothing ever happened. I know she is having a very stressful week at work but she KNEW it was getting close! ALL of the families I was looking at had the same start date, including Dadboss' co-worker! Nobody I spoke to was starting later than the end of June. And the kids start a 3 week block of camp on June 25 with the option of doing extended days so even if they haven't hired someone by then they won't be stranded. Of course the next 4.5 weeks might be tricky since Momboss says tomorrow is my last day.

 

[Brendita]

I just did something that I NEVER do. I just called into work sick. I've still got the sore throat, but now I've got a fever and shakes too. I feel pretty weak. If it weren't for shaking I would go to work, but I'm not sure how I'd do carrying the trays while trembling. Thankfully I'm not scheduled again until Thursday so I should be fine by then. I HATE to call in. Now I feel bad that they are going to be short handed.

Hope you feel better soon.

 

[tinknme]

Bummer about the rain, but glad you were all still able to enjoy yourselves!

Thanks for the thought. Unfortunately, it rained the entire time we were there! It was still fun, though. The kids played games, won prizes, participated in a cake walk where Katie won a cake, ate hot dogs and chips, and now we're home! The only regret I have is that things were so chaotic I didn't have a chance to look through the silent auction items. Usually, Alan takes care of the kids while I look through and make some bids. Oh well, more money for Disney!

 

[my3princes]

Good luck with the rental

How are you feeling?

I'm feeling a bit better now, but had a nasty stomach thing earlier this evening I'm hoping that I am 100% in the morning.

Elizabeth. I think that you made the right decision based on your lists of wants and dislikes. I hope the momboss gets a grip and has better manners tomorrow.

Since I had no energy this evening I decided to sit in front of the computer and printed the rest of the autograph book pages that I have designed. I still have more to design, but at least the ones that were done are now on paper and ready for the trip. My weekends between now and our trip are really filling up so the more I get done now the less stress I'll have later.

 

[tinknme]

I have a feeling that the reason Alan is letting me see Johnny, is so that I'll be in "the mood" later that night! Hmmm, he might be on to something!

 

[tinknme]

Elizabeth I am so happy you made your decision

Sorry to hear about mom boss's reaction

Well, I was on the phone the entire day today. I talked with 3 of my friends who are long term nannies, I talked with the placement agent, I talked with DH. DH said there is just something about the job that pays all that money that he can't quite place. Somethign that makes him a little uneasy. The more I thought about it, the more I thought that as the time to start that job approached the more apprehensive I would feel. I really wanted the job with the little girl. I hemmed and hawed, and I finally called the agent and told her that I am just not comfortable and I don't think that job with all the money would be s good fit for me long term. Obviously she was not happy to hear that, but at least she wasn't ugly. Then I called the mom with the little girl and told her they win! They are the family I want to work for.

It is NOT less money, it is more, just not as MUCH more as the other family. But this little girl loves to go out and do things like Chuck E. Cheese which DS also loves and would have been off limits in that other job. So I was really happy. Until...

Momboss came home and I told her I chose a family and I will start either June 18 or 25. She freaked out on me and told me that I basically stabbed her in the back and that tomorrow will be my last day. She said we had a deal. Um, yes. The deal is that if I find a job before the end of August that I will TAKE IT and give them as much notice as I can. I think a MONTH notice is pretty generous, considering my written contract says two weeks. But this is an at-will employment state so if she wants me to be fired tomorrow then that's that. I told her it is a MONTH away and that I don't think she really wants for me to leave like this, but she was FURIOUS and said that I have to do what's best for my family and she has to do what's best for hers. So, leaving the kids alone after tomorrow is best? School is over! Or bringing in a stranger to temp for them is best for her family? Or treating me like dirt when I have NEVER concealed any of my interviews or intentions is best for her family? Hmm. OK.

Dadboss came in just as she told me to get out. So I very calmly and politely explained to Dadboss that I did choose a family and that I would let the new family know I couldn't start before June 25. He thought for a second, said that gives them more than a month to find a replacement and that will be fine. And he congratulated me. He was very nice and didn't yell at me or tell me I am fired. So we'll see what sort of greeting I get tomorrow. I told Momboss to call my friend who said she will help out, but I almost think she doesn't WANT a solution - she wants to be mad at me.

 

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

Deb, I am glad you are on the mend!

I knew all along that I really wanted the job with the one little girl, and when they were able to meet my salary request I felt like that really shows a lot of dedication on their part. They want the very best for their beautiful DD and it was important enough that they found a way to make it work. The mom was shocked when I told her I had chosen them, but she was thrilled. I might not ever make top market salary, but hopefully I won't ever regret choosing to go with the family I wanted as opposed to the family that paid a lot.

 

[jackskellingtonsgirl]

Elizabeth I am so happy you made your decision

Sorry to hear about mom boss's reaction

Thanks, Janet!

Hopefully Momboss will get over it. She should channel all that energy into finding a new nanny. If she stays mad I guess I will be unemployed for awhile! Good thing DH is pulling all those extra shifts. But I doubt that Dadboss will let her fire me since they really need me to stay. My notice is actually one day short of 5 weeks, which I don't think is unreasonable AT ALL.

 

[Brendita]

Well i'm off to watch CSI Miami.
Catch ya later.

 

[PNO4TE]

Thanks Janet! Clare and Marti were the best part! I shouldn't complain as a conference at Disney is better than visiting another city -- I was just green with envy smelling the sunscreen each morning and not playing all day.

Doesn't look like Marti used the sunscreen EVERY day! But I am glad you had the opportunity to spend some time together. Sounds like a fun trip!

 

[tinknme]

Hi Jo!

Deb glad to hear you are feeling better!

 

[PNO4TE]

I am done with elementary school!!

The kids did a great job....sang some songs......teachers talked way too long.

 

[PNO4TE]

Glynis - I am glad you are feeling better this morning. How sweet of Katie to take over and make sure her mama was OK. I cannot believe you leave for DL in less than 2 weeks.

I don't get what you all see in Mr. Depp but I an impressed that Alan knows how to give his wife a great present after 17 years! Congrats, by the way.

 

[PNO4TE]

Evening all.
Had a great day Sunday @ B.G.
The C.C.R concert was a lot of fun.
Sounded just as great as they did 30 odd years ago.

I loved that group. I am glad you had fun this weekend, Jo. You certainly deserved it.

 

[PNO4TE]

I have a feeling that the reason Alan is letting me see Johnny, is so that I'll be in "the mood" later that night! Hmmm, he might be on to something!