MickMixon'sMetaphors

I've read up to about book 9 or so before I tapped out. I've always wanted to get them all on kindle instead of paperbacks, but books are expensive digitally (at least the ones I want). I really did enjoy the show. I think they did a good job casting Moraine. I don't like the actor playing Rand. He annoys me in like a Hayden Christensen Star Wars thing, but I do feel he potrays the character. I always found Rand to be rather annoying in the books, so para pasu.

/offtopic (I guess), but it's good to see Ron there. Looks good, healthy.

He was late cause he was struggling to grip the rental car’s steering wheel.

You're a real fan for sure, nice and unique piece!

“Yes”

Not upset in the least. Watched the full game knowing we’d loose…though for a while there, it was a fight. The ending interception was fully expected. I was waiting for one to happen all game and Sam delivered again. I literally didn’t even react. Just kinda smirked and moved on to playing Apex with my daughter.

I’m one of the ones that still watch and will continue to do so, but I do it via DVR now. I save a lot of time that way and it allows me to bail by 3rd or 4th quarter when it hits the fan. Just saves a lot of time. The difference then verses now is that I used to watch live because I was excited. I’ve only been to one game in the stadium and it was tickets given to me. Glad I never really “invested”. That would sting a bit.

Give Brian St. Pierre a call...again.

Good call. Just schedule mine for tomorrow!

I was watching the game last night and what struck me is the crowd in the stadium. I made a comment to my wife about the difference in the stadium of Arizona and Charlotte. Couldn't be more drastic. Was a fun game to watch!

I would just rotate them both. Cam in for a series. Pj in for a series. Fug it.

Brah looks like Nicolas Cage and Michael Bolton had a baby.

I go with the cheapest. As long as it’s not PBR. Can’t quite stomach that.

Once we accept that most people living here moved down from NY, Jersey, or any other Midwest/NE state, it becomes clear why we lack support. If I had a nickel for every time I read on FB or Next Door, “Hi I’m Susie!!! We just moved down from New York and love it here!! <3”, I’d be a wealthy man.

Dang. Gonna have to change my username.

For me personally, it's Atlanta. I don't know why, but I just can't stand losing to them. I'm indifferent with every other team in the NFL except Dallas because Dallas fans are gonna Dallas...

Thanks! I actually have multiple linked in reviews from subordinates that think I am a great leader. In fact, one said I was the best manager he’s ever had because I came to bat for him on multiple occasions. Pm me and I’ll send you my LinkedIn profile. I’ll happily help my teammates with what they need, but i won’t help “corporate” if “corporate” is severing me. Sometimes the distinction is hard to determine, but it can be made on a case by case ask.

Yeah, if my employer basically said they were severing me and gave me a working couple months of notice, I’d likely be the same way. Just do the bare minimum of what’s asked. Not going out of my way. My thoughts are on MY future not my ex-employer. I can still be professional in this mindset.

That trade would have been ...indecent.

You know, I almost replied with a similar statement. Something to the extent of “you must be fun at parties” or “wow, anger issues much? Time for counseling.” But I hesitated because I don’t care quite enough to be confrontational on an Internet forum ( ex my post count even though I’ve read daily since 2019). Seeing your response and a couple others along the same lines makes me feel good though. Good stuff and thanks for saying it!

^ Couldn't agree more!

I get it. I'm at the same place right now. New COO started. He's clearly got a mandate from on high to cut costs. Multiple non-communicated mini-layoffs have happened. Managing Directors that were here for 15-20 years had to re-interview for their jobs with the COO so he could decide if they're worthy (Some said F that and left). Moral is super low and people are leaving without being replaced (do the same with less). I know what I'm capable of, but have lost the spark here. So...I have an interview lined up for Thursday that I'm really looking forward to. Even thinking about the possibility has given me a new spark. All that to say, I get it. BUT!!!! You don't say this publicly especially on social media! Glad he intrinsically discovered this and is self-aware, but still...

I would love to see matte black helmets. It would make the black/teal uniforms really pop.

Should say my firm IN uptown Charlotte...

My firm uptown Charlotte is closing shop. Working from home until further notice.