So many things going on

So many things going on this week.  Nationally, Regionally, Locally, Politically, Globally, and personally.

Yesterday was national walkout day.  Students from across the country all walked out of their classrooms to make the world know that they want those in charge to find ways to make them safe and better gun control etc.  In many places both in cyber and real world people criticized the students for doing this and others punished them for doing it.  IF they don’t do it who will?

The Toys R Us Company announced they will be closing all of their stores.  That includes Babies R us as well.  I have been to both stores over the years.  I won’t say frequently but enough not just as customer but when our club was doing the baby contest there.  They are about 2 miles from me.

A week ago Tonight State Senator Gayle Slossberg announced she would not be seeking another term representing Milford, Orange, and part of West Haven.  Mid-week James Maroney announced his candidacy for that seat.  James isn’t new to the political arena.  He was a Board of ED member here in town and then from 2013-2015 he was a state Rep.  I probably will be volunteering for his campaign.

Work is going well.  My admin came back from her conference and got back into the swing of things.  I was so tired one day but managed to put a huge dent in the readdress mail.  The mail trays I had been waiting on all week finally came on Friday after a little more prodding from me. 

I talked with Roberta this week there have been some slight changes to her itinerary the week she is visiting.  They will be here for one night and spending the rest of the weekend with another friend but we are going to the Seder together.  I had originally planned to get some painting done but I have put it off for so long that I don’t believe I have the time to do it.

the Woman's Financial Conference

I woke up around 4.started getting ready and was out the door by 6:20. The Moon was in the western sky and was just as beautiful as the night before. It was still dark when I got to Telka’s house but an hour later as we made our way through the Merritt parkway the sun was rising in the sky which made the surrounding trees look beautiful.

On the way to the convention Telka and I talked about club stuff and about Ted. The club stuff is Telka is interested in taking five girls and go on trip (that’s usually done through schools) and use it as community service. She is in the process of getting mrore information on and will send it to us via email. There are some international trips as well as one here in the states. It is something I am very interested in doing.

We got to the convention center a little after 7. We registered and got a “good bag” with things inside it including a book “The Power to Prosper” from the keynote speaker Michelle Singletary. We went to the various tables that were there to sponsor the conference and get information if we needed. There was a continental breakfast and then opening of the conference by the CEO of YWCA Hartford Region Debra Udall. She gave the history of, the programs available and encouraged all of us to join the YWCA.

After the welcome Denise Napier gave some remarks and thanked those involved and encouraged all members to be empowered. Then Michelle Singletary spoke. She was funny and enlightening and down to earth. At some points she spoke very quickly and I kept thinking Mom would not be able to hear very well.

After the opening of the conference it was the first break time for the morning and this time fruit and yogurt and power bars. I was very proud of myself for just having coffee and yogurt. The first set of work shops began at 11 I had .Making Debt and Credit Work for You
Understanding debt and the implications of your credit history can be overwhelming. This workshop will provide valuable information about credit history, different types of debt and how to borrow wisely. You will learn about options for starter credit and credit reestablishment. Information will be provided about different type of loans, loan structures, fixed and variable rates, credit cards and revolving credit. It was led by a non profit organization that helps clients with budgeting and other things that get them to better work with credit.

Telka had Getting Started in Investing
Learn the rules of the game, what to expect, and how to pick the right investments for your goals. Investment terminology and getting started in investing can be intimidating. This workshop will equip you with the terminology and empower you with the tools necessary to get started.

Around 12 we had another break. We compared notes but I couldn’t help but feel I didn’t get enough info. I wrote some notes and was given a handout about credit card laws.

The second set of workshops started around 12:45. I had The Basics of Money Management
Learn about how it all comes together. This workshop focuses on basic money management skills, setting goals, developing a spending plan, reducing expenses and debt reduction. Real examples will engage you and empower you to manage your household’s resources and achieve your financial goals. We were done by 1:45 pm I had to wait for Telka.

Telka had Protecting Your Assets
Learn how to protect your auto and property from the unexpected; from a hurricane to your dog biting a neighbor. .Auto, homeowners and personal liability insurance will be covered in detail. This workshop will answer questions such as: How much insurance is enough and how can you keep costs down? Do I need renter’s insurance? Does a higher deductible on my auto insurance make sense? How much liability insurance do I really need? What will happen to my rates if I file a claim?

After the conference we talked about coming back next year and bringing others with us. It will be the 10th year for this event ad I think it would be very good.

On the way home we talked about work, politics and various other things. I think it was nearly 3:15 when I got home. I wasn’t sure if Mom would be home from Torrington from the Father Whitson Dedication wing. I am not entirely sure what it was about. She didn’t get home until 5:30.

I spent the time eating a little bit as I didn’t eat much at the conference and I was watching the NCIS marathon. I ended up falling asleep (something I did a few times today)

I had toast, green peas, ice cream, and a couple of cheese slices. I really shouldn’t have had that because all day my arms hurt and ached. I was carrying around 2 bags and my pocketbook. I didn’t eat anything today that had salt or anything else.

Mom went to church and I continued to watch ncis and when she came home we talked a little bit about going to the credit union. She seems to think I should do something else. I didn’t want to get into it with her about it. She had dinner and I wasn’t hungry anymore.

Now there is about 2 hours left of today I might empty some more emails. The mailbox for my sbcglobal.net account is still not cooperating.

Sonic is coming to Milford

Do you remember a few weeks ago I wrote about Krispy Cream Doughnut shop (the only one in Milford) closing? Well I had forgotten to say we are getting a Sonic Restaurant in its place.

I was talking to one of the couriers today and he says that Connecticut will be getting a total of seven restaurants. A family that owns Villa Capri Banquet Hall and the former owners of Yankee Silversmith Restaurant in Wallingford will be getting the franchise for the southern half of the state (locations in Hamden, Milford, and Wallingford). The Northern half of the state will be owned by another person. I am not sure where the locations are going to be. The few people I have heard speak of it have mixed feelings about the menu.

Around 11:30 we lost power in the building. Well at least our floor did and apparently some of the other floors did too. We spent the next two hours waiting for the UI to come and repair. If it had gone on longer then we would have been sent home. Some of us sat at our desk and slept. Some congregated at each other’s desks and had lunch. The power came back on at 1:30. From that point on I busted my ass to get the mail opened. I had it sorted but didn’t deliver it. I wasn’t able to get the bad addresses done I can do that Monday. I can safely say that most of us were disappointed that we were not able to go home. There will be a time when we will. Incidentally this was the first time in at least five years that we had a power failure.

I stayed for OT and had a nice chat with Annette and Joan about former co workers. We also were discussing Bruce M. He is unusual and extremely sensitive. He recently made people move the pencil sharpener from the desk where we log the batches out. It’s been in that spot for a very long time. To be honest he is making himself very unhappy and unpopular with people on our team.

I got home by 7 and had my dinner. Mom was at a fundraiser/event for Kevin Lembo. He is/was the Connecticut Healthcare Advocate. He is in the running for the Lt Governor Position. I guess it is usually up to the candidates who are running for Governor to pick but he is making a big push for it. Mom came home by 8:30.

Mom and I talked about the event and how beautiful the home is where it was being held (about 3 miles from here). We basically got caught up on the day’s events. I reminded Mom that Liz and Nelson will be picking us up at 4 for Cheryl’s party.

I am so tired right now that I am going to bed. I have to be up early to get the cat fed and to see my fur friend Charlie. I haven’t really spent time with him since is best friend Mitzi died back in February. Then I am going to work until 2 in the afternoon.