I should just get a tattoo that says DIFFERENT PEOPLE ARE DIFFERENT.

I'd like to get one that says "CAN'T YOU SEE THAT YOU HAVE INSULTED THE FREAKS?"

And this is foremost in my mind not just because of this conversation, but because I have a dinner tonight with kinky huggers.

I'm going to try to be a grownup and assert my boundaries.

Or possibly just keep a table between me and everyone else at all times.

This conversation should have gone in Bitches, cause, you know, "Hug it out, you little bitches." Although of course, that is a power play disguised as affection.(Piven did apologize to Kevin Connolly for the legions of frat boys who apparently see him on the street and can't resist shouting it.) I'm into hugging of actual intimates, but I hate when people try to take it there when I don't want to. And, you know, sitting, I'm short, so it's weird to feel all engulfed by someone I barely *saw* ten seconds ago.

Last-minute gift ideas, for those who need them: [link]

Cool clothes, jewelry, etc....

Theo's interview went well -- it turns out Tom W.'s direct report is the manager (!!!), so I'm hopeful of a home court advantage, but there are still a number of other interviews scheduled, et cetera... so I'll hold onto some of that job-ma for now!

YAY, and fingers still crossed.

There's like nobody at my work today. And forget about next week. Where does everyone get all this damned vacation time from? Are they cheating and nobody calls them on it? Argh!

I feel like I should print cards and hand them out explaining that my boundaries are just that -- MINE -- and while I'm happy to see them, part of my boundaries is choosing who I hug, damn it.

I feel like if you came up with some that worked, you could make some money selling them.

Sounds like a hot prospect, Theo, good luck!

Went to the doc and I do have a sinus infection. Antiboitics will be had this evening. Joy?

While there, I asked her advice regarding drinking and the meds I'm taking - asking specifically about hypothetical partying on NYE. Her basic response - if you wanna go out and party a night, you should be fine. Just realize the alcohol will hit you faster and you shouldn't make it a habit.

Crossing fingers for Tom W.

Sending virtual hugs (VIRTUAL) to those boundry issue people (I understand and TRY to respect those wishes). Offering hugs and snuggles to those who are more into that. Or at least the offer stands once this stooopid sinus infection is gone.

I feel like I should print cards and hand them out explaining that my boundaries are just that -- MINE -- and while I'm happy to see them, part of my boundaries is choosing who I hug, damn it.

"If you can read this, you are inside my personal bubble without an invitation."

Continued good luck, Theo!

I only hug a few people at work, mostly people who have initiated hugs with me before. My supervisor has been going through a rough time but I know she has boundaries, so I always ask if she wants a hug before going in. Asking people seems much more natural with practice. And if they say no, no harm no foul.

Steph, good luck tonight maintaining your boundaries. Maybe you need a set of fetish clothes that say "No [Boy's Name]? No touchy." I mean, you shouldn't, but there will always be clueless boundary invaders.

Where does everyone get all this damned vacation time from? Are they cheating and nobody calls them on it? Argh!

I have coworkers who have HUNDREDS of hours of vacation accrued. I will never get there. In fact, I'm working all the days we're open to have enough to go down to NOLA for a week, assuming I can put together the $$.