Well....

Durty

Shared on Wed, 12/03/2008 - 22:34

Tomorrow is my last day at this job.  Today I was chatting with my boss and she was mentioning a few things she was needing done before I "left her."  I told her 'jokingly' that if she offered me a better job I'd be willing to come back, lol.  She laughed and said she was working on it...so, maybe I will be back there in a few months if the offer (if she comes up with one) is good enough.  We then talked about career goals and where I wanted to be, what I wanted to do and some of her experiences as well.  It was a good talk, and one I hope ends up bringing me much luck there in the future. 

On to other stuff....
I am all done with Sic's Christmas shopping, and I did it ALL online.  W00t!  I like that, lol....I know what I want to get him, and just being able to get it without having to deal with all the stressed out holiday shoppers is awesome.  He has barely started mine, lol....but men are always like that.  You guys wait until the last minute and then get whatever you see that you think she might like.  Hell, my father took it one step further...my mother always writes out a very detailed Christmas list for him.  And for 4 years in a row, he gave me blank checks and her list and had me go get everything on it, wrap it, and meet him with it covertly, lol.  And he even paid me 10 bucks an hour to do so!  Then, he'd feel guilty for not doing it himself and go buy her a new car or something equally over the top, he amuses me, lol. 

We got the boys a 360 of their very own for Christmas, a few games and I still need to pick up 3 more controllers and perhaps a refurbed 20 gig HDD from xbox for 30 bucks. { If you haven't seen that deal and would like to check it out, you can here.  They also have other deals as well if you're interested. } The only thing that pretty much annoys the crap out of me about Christmas and my boys is that I told their father we were getting them a 360, because he asked so he wouldn't get the same thing he said, and then he goes and picks them up one too.  It is really annoying that he tries to up me at every turn when it comes to them...because what he gets them will be compounded by his family, and his gf's family as well, by purchasing them every game and every accessory known to man.  I can't do that, we just can't afford to and it really pisses me off that he does that.  Luckily they will get ours first so we get bonus points for that, lol. 

That's all I got for now...later peoples!

~Durty

Comments

Flying_Saffa's picture
Submitted by Flying_Saffa on Thu, 12/04/2008 - 05:19
If I were you Durty, I'd tell their father every year that I was buying them some shitty present. A bucket of poo or something. Also bear in mind that things don't buy love anyway. They'll love you regardless of what you get them.
Devonsangel's picture
Submitted by Devonsangel on Thu, 12/04/2008 - 06:38
Don't try and one up him. It is a losing battle. Just be honest with the kids. The shiny things are superficial and won't mean anything in a few years.
Automan21k's picture
Submitted by Automan21k on Thu, 12/04/2008 - 06:40
best battle gift ever....get them a drum set for them to set up at their father's house...or an Accordian that's the gift that never stops annoying....
char's picture
Submitted by char on Thu, 12/04/2008 - 07:21
Durty, I'm so happy for you. Now you have two jobs after you! = ) +1111 on getting your shopping done! I do most of my Christmas shopping online as well. I don't like Malls and I stay away from them at Christmas time. Don't worry about your boys, they know.
RivalJJH's picture
Submitted by RivalJJH on Fri, 02/08/2008 - 22:49
I'm so sorry for your loss, Durty. If you need to vent to anyone, please feel free in PMing me.
Nighthawk70's picture
Submitted by Nighthawk70 on Fri, 02/08/2008 - 23:11
I'm also sorry for your loss. My condolences to your entire family.
Smithcraft's picture
Submitted by Smithcraft on Fri, 02/08/2008 - 23:26
My condolences for your families loss. May he rest in peace. SC
M13a77's picture
Submitted by M13a77 on Sat, 02/09/2008 - 00:49
My condolences Durty, We just put my Grandfather to rest about a month ago. I feel for you. Batt
cookieklr's picture
Submitted by cookieklr on Sat, 02/09/2008 - 00:58
Our thoughts go out to you and your family, Durty. But you are right in one aspect....isn't that just like a man? lol Let me know if you need anything.
FallingMan's picture
Submitted by FallingMan on Sat, 02/09/2008 - 01:44
Sorry for your loss.
GroovyElm's picture
Submitted by GroovyElm on Sat, 02/09/2008 - 05:52
I'm sorry for your loss, your family will be in our thoughts.
DarthClem's picture
Submitted by DarthClem on Sat, 02/09/2008 - 08:08
My thoughts are with you and your family -- especially your grandmother.
Mulchinator's picture
Submitted by Mulchinator on Sat, 02/09/2008 - 08:10
Sorry to hear - take care of yourself and your family.
doorgunnerjgs's picture
Submitted by doorgunnerjgs on Sat, 02/09/2008 - 08:52
Sorry that you no longer have him with you but from what you have said, it means that he no longer suffers and is at peace.
Devonsangel's picture
Submitted by Devonsangel on Sat, 02/09/2008 - 09:42
My condolences on your loss and I hope you and your family find peace.
Caesar's picture
Submitted by Caesar on Sat, 02/09/2008 - 09:56
sorry to hear that
snakemeister's picture
Submitted by snakemeister on Sat, 02/09/2008 - 10:59
My condolences, my thoughts will be with you and your family.
Waterborn's picture
Submitted by Waterborn on Sat, 02/09/2008 - 12:12
I am saddened to hear of your granfather's passing. Keep your fond memories of him in your heart. Sending best wishes and peace your way.
hilskie's picture
Submitted by hilskie on Sat, 02/09/2008 - 13:58
I work with the elderly...and it is a very common thing for people to pass away on loved one's birthdays, or major holidays. My condolences for you and your family...
BATMANKM's picture
Submitted by BATMANKM on Sat, 02/09/2008 - 14:01
Very sorry to read about your Grandpa. :( The most difficult part of life is that is comes to on end, it seems unfair. - BAT
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Submitted by Donk2o2p on Sat, 02/09/2008 - 20:25
sorry for your loss.
Anonymous's picture
Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 02/11/2008 - 14:55
I'm very sorry to hear about your loss.
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Submitted by VenomRudman on Wed, 12/03/2008 - 23:12
Play the one-up card against him! Tell him you're getting the boys a 50" plasma or brand new mountain bikes or a big-ass trampoline. And then when he gets them for the boys, well, good, they'll have them to play with!
LOSTRO's picture
Submitted by LOSTRO on Thu, 12/04/2008 - 00:15
or say your gonna get something for the boys that they would absolutlly hate. when he does go and buy it for em thinking it is what they want. he looks like a bastard and you look awsome for gettin them something that they will love

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