mmm, Thai food.

it's now actually cold in this house because it's 33F outside. yay?

The short sighted payroll tax deferrals and rent/mortgage deferrals are such a disaster waiting to happen.

It's all smoke and mirrors. They know that it's going to destroy people when it all comes due, but it's all carefully planned so that it doesn't destroy them until after the election. I talked to my staff and we are all in agreement that we continue to pay the tay and don't take the deferral unless there is a mandate to do it.

smart move, ND.

They won't insist on it for private sector because, you know, sort of libertarian -- but of course they insist on it for federal employees/military. So bullshit.

Better late than never, Tom! Mmm, close by and convenient Thai food. I don't think I can make that happen today, but maybe soon...

I don't know what my company is doing re: payroll taxes, I imagine I'll find out on my next check but there hasn't been any kind of announcement one way or the other. Not gonna lie, if I have more take home pay I will probably use it to pay bills.

ion: This whole pandemic situation has totally ruined orgies.

Not necessarily? [link]

But that was early days.

Also, could I get some interview/job~ma at 4PM EST? It's for a side gig that would be a great help in the next step in my career, so no tragedy if I don't get it, but would really like it.

I've been trying to keep my favorite local Thai place afloat but they are definitely struggling.

From this morning I am officially a research student who is writing a thesis. I suspect it will take me a few days to process the news...

Congratulations! Though if we're noting OFFICIAL statuses, you have been Buffista Certified Awesome for some time.

Good job on the good new job, Gud!

eta: Side Hustle -Ma for Vortex!

I contacted HR this morning about the tax deferral. Considering it's supposed to go from September 1, they really don't seem to have a handle on what's going on. I asked about whether they will make a way for us to opt out - we have federal contracts, but we're not federal - or if we're stuck with it.

I have leftover Pick Up Stix for lunch. Which is not as good as excellent Thai. Maybe later this week...

Congrats, Gud!

Congrats, Shir!

~ma, Vortex!

I don't know, at least with an orgy getting tested beforehand was already on the to-do list compared to other social gatherings.

Jess, I can't possibly do justice to the entire gamut of emotions this reply caused me to experience. But I am sitting here laughing with tears in my eyes, so thanks for that.

My company just sent out the tactful announcement that "we have elected not to take part in the optional tax deferral program".

Congrats, Gud!

Congrats, Shir!

~ma, Vortex!