Something on your “to-do list” that never gets done.
The avoidance of work of my “to-do list” that likely, maybe and hopefully will be done by year’s end is my unsold Poshmark inventory to donate to reputable charities.
Despite my aged inventory of some classic and some previous trend clothing, my sales have been sporadically consistent. Honestly, I plan to use the plastic storage containers to pack my clothing and other items when the time comes for me to move back north.
The items that are still in boxes from my last move, likely, will be consolidated into the plastic containers that most of them came from Target.
So, you might say that my avoidance of this project was for sound planning to make sure that I don’t change my mind mid-stream and double the work.
Back in the day, I had a cute 1930s bungalow with a beautiful kitchen that was great for cooking and baking. I miss it here in Texas. It changes the way I cook and what I eat.
Being fourth generation Hungarian Gypsy with the dark complexion and dark eyes, I was taught to make the traditional Goulash that translates into a beef stew. In addition, Chicken Paprikas that converts to chicken and dumplings. The main ingredient in both is the paprika that is critical in both dishes. Truthfully, I would only make it in cold weather with snow to shovel to burn off the fat and the calories.
Being health conscious, I earned my American Council on Exercise Aerobic Instructor certification. This encouraged me to eat healthier of using fresh ground turkey instead of beef plus changing white flour based pasta to whole grain noodles. Plus, more fruits and veggies to be eaten raw or steamed.
In Texas, I have chosen premade deli salads and proper portioned frozen meals like Healthy Choice and Lean Cuisine for variety and for taste. Marie Callender’s for when in need of more of everything that is rare. My area has a local BBQ place in the top 100 on Yelp that offers a variety of dishes beyond the traditional meat plates. When I first moved here, I went on food adventures to try new things in new places.
My favorite breakfast is a plain bagel smeared with honey pecan cream cheese plus a cup of English breakfast tea without sugar or cream and brewed in my pink mini Keurig. It fills me up and it gives me sense of peace.
When I was working, I would cold brew green tea without sugar to drink instead of water or pop that kept off the weight and kept me alert.
Food is a journey that usually parallels a life. It changes with obstacles and with blessings in our lives plus our location. Keep your mind, heart and stomach open to expand your pallet.
After my nagging feeling to submit an Opinionated Essay for the publication after months, I finally came up with my first draft. Not sure of the reception of another attempt of being published so I’m writing something that will get strong reactions that are truthful and meaningful. Plus, it’s been therapeutic.
The criteria is to write with impact and with strength although some that I’ve read aren’t. To me, the essayists must be regulars with the paper to get the privilege.
After print, I expect that I will hear from others who have different opinions but not the same experience. The little voice that I hear will then quieted on this thing but the other one is alive and well.
If you have written an opinionated essay for the New York Times or any other news organization, I’m interested in your experience.
Currently, the only clutter in my home is my Poshmark closet inventory of which it hasn’t been sold or donated as of yet.
My Poshmark inventory was all moved into the same space a few months ago when I thought that I was going to start presenting a live sale on the site. Then the decision came about to close it down altogether so I’m now in the process of donating it down to various charities in my area with the bonus of my sales has had an uptick.
Amazingly, when I consolidated the inventory plus emptied out my linen closet it was rather freeing to see what will be eventually going with me and what will be donated. Decided to get out of Poshmark when I thought that I was moving to Milford CT but put things in motion when I know that I’m going back to the northern shores of Lake Michigan.
Truthfully, I’ve seen many top sellers in Poshmark and other sites where the inventory takes over their homes while some sell full time and others still work outside of their house. Most of them primarily travel for their closet which I travel for adventure and for fun.
The empty plastic bins that currently protect inventory will be used to pack up my own clothing and other items eventually for our move.
“Poshing it down” referenced by some on the app as reducing inventory through sales or by meaningful donations to eventually exit the site as a seller for good.
Finally, one can find many great things on Poshmark and similar sites that have started many small businesses that as a whole have challenged the traditional brick and mortar department stores and boutiques in sales and in way of doing business.
Happy Friday!
Leslie Elizabeth David.
Update: Since I lost my job yesterday, I’ll be selling down my inventory as well as donating it.
For the first time in 7 years, I’m not stressing about Monday of the amount of mail outgoing and the amount of incoming calls. Also, I’m not worrying the games that my former superiors thought that I was dumb and stupid to fall for.
Today, I’m cleaning my house and watching old crime stories like,”Murder, She Wrote,” plus reviewing for my Chick-fil-A interview for the Front of House position. Plus, job hunting for full time positions.
Happy to share that I’m getting things done today. Plus, my attitude has improved.
Started my part time job hunt requirement for my Texas unemployment benefit payment shortfall. Got my new library card for access of a powerful desktop computer. Picked up my groceries. Finally, I decided that it was time to end grieving my former position.
Appreciate the sunshine today and the upcoming warmer Texas weather although I do miss the beauty of northern Lake Michigan right now. Decided to not to do anything drastic by moving north quickly and rushed.
“It’s a new dawn, it’s a new day, it’s a new life and I’m feeling good,” per Michael Buble.
What’s the thing you’re most scared to do? What would it take to get you to do it?
After losing my job and Texas Unemployment paying below the minimum to live on, I’m in fear of losing everything thanks to my former employer especially my house.
Currently seeking a part time job to cover my expenses while looking for a full time job too. Oddly enough, the unemployment commission doesn’t see the problem that they create.
Later on, today, I plan on applying to Walmart that totally took over my mind earlier this morning. Target does part time as well but my closest store is where the daughter of the finance guy shops.
When Texas Workforce Solutions were closed due to the weather, a middle aged gentleman started losing it emotionally in the parking lot for not meeting the 3 day turnaround after filing unemployment. Truthfully, it hit me hard. I understand how he feels. I ended up calling the organization directly and I was told that I had already signed up.
Truthfully, I understand why my older brother who lived in Houston for almost thirty years moved back to Michigan. It makes sense. His actually rate of pay is so low being a bartender/caterer that he would do better up north.
God made me a free spirit when I arrived early and I wasn’t expected to live. Truthfully, I’m different but also not as stupid as my former employer thought I was. Me outsmarting them is the only true reason why I lost my job and almost impossible to prove in court.
Instead of being homesick, one might say that I’m work sick today. It was so bad that I contacted both my former supervisor and one of my coworker’s who is quite social.
The social one who was kind enough to text me back after she passed around hugs on my behalf. I miss the craziness of it all. Yes, I don’t miss her three AM visits, to be clear. Appreciate her kindness today. She got a bunch of my old job tasks since I left.
Grateful that she even spoke to the GM on my behalf. Previously, we would discuss the outgoing mail of his department which I would try to pack in the USPS deep plastic box ahead of the pick up deadline.
God only knows my future whether it would be here in north Texas or in northern Michigan to the town that I’m supposed to, “fix,” but no guidance on how, when or why.
In the meantime, I’ll be mourning my past employment and fixing my work sickness.
Growing up, I was always told to, “quit complaining and do something about it,” which I think that it was my parents way to get me to shut up about my issue and to push me in the direction to resolve it.
So, with my unexpected unemployment, I have plenty to complain about but I am blessed to no longer be associated with them. Relieved from the stress and anxiety from their tormenting which karma will repay in full.
With that, I am giving myself time to heal today through Sunday night then Monday, I have a fresh start on everything. Rest easy because my unemployment claim is open and have applied for part time employment.
After learning about my unemployment benefits compared to my last rate of pay and expenses, I’m not doing well.
Loss my job permanently due a slowdown in business which HR was all too happy to rub it in my face. My work performance and ethics were above most of my coworkers.
Normally, I am positive and hopeful in life but I am not now.
Asking for prayers.
Leslie Elizabeth David.
Update: Found out that I can gross up to 25% of my weekly amount putting me about 8 hours per week that will cover most of my shortage.
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