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If you are reading this, you probably got curious and clicked on the Life tag on this blog. That, or you searched for it. Well done, you’ve discovered my archive of life stories. If you are the slight bit curious about the shitshow that is my life, feel free to keep on reading
Life will never stop throwing stressful shit at you like some twisted carnival game, especially in the call center world. The difference now is you’ve got tools to handle them. Here’s what I’ve found helpful in defusing the ticking time bomb that is modern-day stress.
So, remember how my cats decided to turn my beloved Sennheiser Momentum 1 headphones into their personal chew toy? Yeah, that was fun. Well, after a little retail therapy (aka rage-scrolling through Amazon), I found my savior: the Geekria replacement cord. And let me tell you, this little $10 miracle just saved me from having … Read more
Well, folks, it seems I’ve been reminded yet again that I can’t have nice things. Today, I experienced the heartbreak that only pet owners will understand: the untimely death of my beloved Sennheiser Momentum 1 headphones. Cause of death? Feline sabotage. One of my adorable little black voids—Midnight or Shadow, I don’t even care which … Read more
You know what I didn’t ask for? Fucking seasonal allergies. I used to be one of the lucky ones—never had to deal with the sneezing, the nose faucet, or the itchy eyes. I’d be walking around smug as hell while the rest of the population was stocking up on tissues and meds, thinking, “Wow, I’m … Read more
Ah, the late 2000’s. High school was still a battleground where the socially awkward faced off against the popular, the jocks, and the in-crowd. But, in that swamp of teen angst and locker-lined hallways, something clicked for me that would change my life—or so I thought. Picture this: me, a moody teenager, sitting in a … Read more
So, remember my little art commission dilemma from yesterday? Well, in a moment of sheer bravery—or possibly caffeine-induced insanity—I decided to accept Robbie’s offer. Yes, folks, I am officially an artist for hire. Who knew? My doodles have gone from the margins of my notebooks to the spotlight of romantic artistry. Someone hand me a … Read more
So, here’s a twist I didn’t see coming: my coworker Robbie—the same guy who once accidentally CC’d the entire office on his grocery list—wants to commission a drawing from yours truly. Yes, Robbie, who once thought “Bcc” was some kind of trendy diet, thinks my little doodles during meetings are art gallery material. Who knew … Read more
Ah, Saturday mornings. That sweet, elusive slice of the week where the alarm clock is just an ornamental piece, and I get to revel in the joy of doing absolutely nothing—or everything—depending on how the mood strikes. Today, it’s all about savoring the nectar of the gods: coffee. Now, I’m not talking about your run-of-the-mill, … Read more
Ah, the first day on the floor. For some, it’s a whirlwind of excitement and novelty. For me, it was a heart-pounding, stress-inducing rollercoaster that had me truly questioning my life choices. Welcome to my first day as an internet tech support agent—a day that felt like it lasted a year, complete with a Fitbit … Read more