The Unhappy Me thread

[retina]

Sure, I just think the whole story from the seller was . They aren't telling the truth. That is enough IMO to stop purchasing from them.

[kriesel]

Flooding resulting in a road closure. There are only two ways in to my neighborhood by road. The closure is of the more efficient route. That route has a segment that at last check a few days ago (before closure) was under 7 inches / 17 cm of water. Flooding the pavement occurs about twice a decade. The roadbed really ought to be raised about a foot at its low point.

[chalsall]

Originally Posted by retina

Sure, I just think the whole story from the seller was . They aren't telling the truth. That is enough IMO to stop purchasing from them.

What I was told was this kit had passed through a reseller of the retailer.

The GM is new, and promised to demand a full report from his "team", and that this would never happen again. Not to us, nor anyone else.

And, yeah... I should have noticed at the time of purchase. But I didn't inspect the purchased kit until I went to install it. In all honesty, I had to have one of the sales people load the bag into my vehicle because I couldn't carry it (it also contained a PSU).

And while "in the land of plenty" there are many options for doing business, when you're on a tiny little island it is often better to work with your suppliers to ensure good service, rather than simply firing them.

[chalsall]

Hey all. Tis the season to "duck and cover"...

I know I say this every year, but those in the path(s) should pay close attention, and be prepared. Have non-perishable food (including for your pets), and lots of potable water. Flash lights, water-proof matches (and/or lighters), a way to charge your cell-phone from your vehicle and/or a solar charger or USB battery, etc.

I find that people who haven't experienced this kind of thing first hand just don't comprehend how harsh a mistress Mother Nature can be...

P.S. Living in "Hurricane Alley", I watch the weather closely. Weather Underground is my personal favorite for real-time data.

[ixfd64]

I got laid off today.

The only consolation is that my boss said he was satisfied with my performance and that it was simply because the company was moving in a different direction. I also know I'm not the only one because quite a few people have also recently left. But until I get a new job, then that's only cold comfort. :\

[Uncwilly]

Have a on me.

[Nick]

Originally Posted by ixfd64

I got laid off today.

That's always hard. I hope you find something new soon!

[ET_]

Originally Posted by ixfd64

I got laid off today.

I know how you feel Your skills will find a new job soon, I'm sure.

[ewmayer]

Originally Posted by ixfd64

I got laid off today.

The only consolation is that my boss said he was satisfied with my performance and that it was simply because the company was moving in a different direction. I also know I'm not the only one because quite a few people have also recently left. But until I get a new job, then that's only cold comfort. :\

Condolences ... "in a different direction", meaning "across the Pacific to Asia", or did they deliberately leave it vague?

[ixfd64]

I had joined as a QA engineer. Although my boss told me I wrote really good scripts, he said the company was shifting its focus from test automation.

[kriesel]

Originally Posted by ixfd64

I had joined as a QA engineer. Although my boss told me I wrote really good scripts, he said the company was shifting its focus from test automation.

Hmm, you were involved in QA, and the company is going in a different direction. That might not bode well for their customers. I think I've seen this play out before.
Bright side is, this is one of the best times in recent memory for finding a new gig. Here in the midwest, unemployment is so low that even low end hiring is offering signing bonuses.