Polling – First Day

October 29, 2022October 28, 2022 / youngretireeneedsalife / Leave a comment

Woke at 5 am for 7 am arrival at the Polling site. The overall atmosphere on site was tense. After signing in, and receiving badges we took an Oath then signed a sheet attesting to this Oath. Once the Oath was completed we continued our huddle with assignments received, and the hourly rotation of duties explained. Several hot points were discussed – previously incarcerated voting. lunches, bathrooms, and where to stash purses. We were 100% women…

The room had been arranged the day prior with voting partitions, chairs, and the like so our next step was machine operations. Elaborate instructions were given during training, and all staff followed these procedures to perfection ensuring optimum machine accuracy. The machines activated quickly and once on line it was time to begin our task.

While no discussion of politics was to occur we had many voters who made inappropriate jokes regarding the election. All were men, and guess this was in an effort to lighten the experience, or be pleasant?. Sadly, these situations occurred when a supervisor was present, and since I had already been reprimanded in front of my fellow poll staff about being too pleasant, “this event not a social call,” this gave me further demerits. Was grateful on Day 2 of my poll work had amazing supervisory staff and no jokes or comments by citizens. WHEW!!!!!!!!!!!

The day moved quickly as the entourage passed through. The Supervisor of Elections made a visit, and thanked us all for working which was a nice touch by a well respected individual. Fellow poll workers were pleasant, and knowledgeable. At the end of the day my task was to count mail in ballots from a secured drop box. I counted with a republican to ensure both parties were represented. Then we secured all machinery, and placed paper ballots from the tallying machines into secured boxes. It was 6:30 p.m. and the day had concluded with approximately 800 voters.

My civic duty is completed with 9 more days to go.

Jim Jordan

October 28, 2022October 27, 2022 / youngretireeneedsalife / Leave a comment

When I consider despicable republicans this individual is the first name which comes to mind. How he was ever elected is beyond me and he’s served 8 terms.

While he was a wrestling coach at Ohio State University from 1987-1995 it was reported there were serial sexual assaults on college players, however allegations denied. Those in the know stated he lied when queried about these concerns. He states no one reported this to him. However, the players report there was excessive touching during weigh-ins, and voyeurism in the locker rooms. he contends these reports were choreographed

Though he threw his hat in the ring for House Speaker in 2018 this position did not come to fruition. WHEW! A save..

If the republicans get the House he is poised to be the Chairman of the House Judiciary Committee.

Scary- isn’t there anyone else?

Part-time jobs

October 27, 2022October 25, 2022 / youngretireeneedsalife / Leave a comment

As I have written I am looking for something to do which makes a little cash. Am unable to leave the area until my health improves but want something to do besides write blogs, and taunt my 10 readers. Also would like a little cash since I am putting off social security, (should it not be destroyed by the republicans), till 70, I am now 66. And quite frankly I am bored, have few acquaintances, and work is all I’ve known, and wanted for socialization. I know TMI..(too much information).

Have attempted applications on line and get nowhere. For some reason these “applications” lead to a myriad of ads with no job prospects and Linked In I find impossible to use.. How anyone gets a job through them I’ll never know. They need to provide a tutorial to use their site.

Web site on-line applications for Aldi’s, and Dollar General were problematic. While I know I did the application correctly Aldi’s never called, and Dollar General offered me a job 15 miles away from my home though I know I asked specifically for the store .6 miles from me. In my last visit to this store new staff has been hired and the notice to apply for store positions remain on their door. I don’t get it, and all I do to endorse these folks.

The hospitals which have contacted me are 90 minutes away, and to tell the truth I am sick of nursing after 50 years. While nurses are made out to be Saints working with these folks is another thing, and enough said.

My next contact will be AARP. They have a help center and helped with a car insurance premium 50% less than my current one, so maybe they are up to this challenge?.

Another thought is becoming a hairdresser and who knows maybe the Biden tuition relief program would pay for that? Something to consider, as well as dog grooming – at least dogs wouldn’t complain only bite you, and to tell the truth I’d rather be bitten than deal with someone who didn’t like their hair.

So while I wait for my dream job – pod caster endorsing the Left – I will continue my search.

Question: Have you got hooked on Rachel Maddow’s Podcast – Ultra. What a fascinating story..

Poll Working

October 26, 2022October 24, 2022 / youngretireeneedsalife / Leave a comment

Today I begin my new job. I will be a poll worker in a red county as a blue voter. Yes, I will keep my mouth shut, and as I was once told – “Two ears, one mouth use them accordingly.”

When I had the gall bladder surgery I informed the office I would be unable to work, however, they continued to check on me. Nice touch. Heard from others that though it was a 12 hour day much time is spent sitting so I retained my schedule, and have actually added days. Pay is nominal, but have been unable to work since February so every little bit helps. Then when I checked the schedule noted many empty slots.

There is a great need for workers.

Studies prove mail in ballots are as safe as in person voting. ?Cheaper? Let me know.

I see this as my civic duty, and while it may prove more dangerous than my psych nurse days when I got my head and other bodily parts knocked in, it is my duty as a citizen.

Am sure there will be many untold stories from this event.

Stay posted.

Turn The Channel

October 25, 2022October 24, 2022 / youngretireeneedsalife / Leave a comment

There are two mindless things I enjoy doing to relax – write Amazon reviews, and respond to the news cycle comments. Of late have found the news cycle responses concerning. While my comments usually receive a thumbs up as of late when I review responses have found hate and anger sentiments. Hey folks this is only an opinion.. This may be caused by the mid-terms? Ukraine War? Post-Pandemic Concerns? Climate Weather Changes and Disasters? Who knows, as the list is endless………………………………….

Should I decide to respond I usually quip, “Turn the channel,” as one can tell the comments are from rageful Fox followers. Sadly, they have this vibe, and quite frankly they offer no solutions, but that’s what republicans do. As Biden said recently, and I paraphrase, they only want to win to destroy the Democrats agenda. How true. How sad. We need climate change legislation, women’s health care, new infrastructure, protection for social security..

But as I said in earlier blogs, it’s a football game, and I don’t play..

Wait- think that’s soccer.? Enlighten me.. HA! HA!

While have thought these posts anonymous recently received a hate-filled response from someone in my past. I know this as the content was telling. Am concerned but will continue as this is what these bullies do all their lives.

Don’t let the FOX people win.

They make be big, but choose intellect over stupidity.
Let’s win this football game.
Vote!

Inflation – Teaching Moment

October 24, 2022October 22, 2022 / youngretireeneedsalife / Leave a comment

But does it? Only spurs creativity. Keep reading…

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I was raised by those who grew up in the Depression. While they seldom spoke of this time they did mention Salvation Army Christmas mitten gifts, and how the government always provided peanut butter. Guess that’s why I was raised on the latter. I am an addict.

A day without peanut butter is a day without sunshine…

Of course now it’s sugar free and I make my own from the Dollar Tree peanuts…
Cheaper

One thing I did learn in observation of these folks was how to be frugal. These lessons got me through the single parent years when I had to somehow cover child care, rent, food, and the myriad of other expenses which loomed.

When will they ever fix child care? We know the repubs won’t, while every other industrialized country in the world has.

Today I no longer scour coupons. I use the 2 major on line companies with free shipping, and 2 credit cards with points. I monitor purchases and pay off the credit cards monthly. With every statement I now scour the amount of points, “free money,” given with purchase. Besides this “free money,” on line skips the trip to the store, buying unnecessary items, and saves time and gas.

Best way to save money – STAY OUT OF THE STORES, too much temptation.

Another tip: Delivery – no hassles, no time, no gas used. Bundle purchases for free delivery. Put a post it on the frig of things you need, then buy at once.

While my fav card is Amazon Chase I recently added Capitol One Walmart to my repertoire of cards. While I initially wanted this card as a back up, (as I find dealing with them challenging – sorry Kevin Hart), of late have found this card add to my savings. The Walmart card gives 5% back on on line purchases for a year – special offer – and 1-2% on all other purchases. What I like on this card is the statement lists under each purchase if it was a 1, 2, or 5% give back.. This month I had $37. taken off my statement with these savings- and this doesn’t include gas and time savings. Bears repeating..

Recently, I began comparison shopping between the 2 on line companies. In comparing probiotics I found Walmart cheaper. By purchasing a smaller quantity item and doubling the amount a $10 savings was acquired. .

The next need was an expensive Listerine gum therapy product. Walmart was $34.98, whereas Amazon was $16.99, so I ordered 2 for the price of one. What a deal!

This has become a game and FUN!!

Well, it’s not football, but fun for me.

Have to know how to play the game.

For a Laugh

October 23, 2022October 22, 2022 / youngretireeneedsalife / Leave a comment

This weekend the Ayala Dog Rescue in St. Augustine, Florida, had their 3rd annual dog Halloween costume ball. It is a fund raiser with music, dogs, and of course, lively spirits. Take a gander at some of the participants..

And tis the season - Halloween Dog

Welcome, Saturday

October 22, 2022October 21, 2022 / youngretireeneedsalife / Leave a comment

Been a cool week in Florida with snow in other parts of the country. Wherever you are reading from stay safe, and vote. Early voting has started throughout the country. Get it done and now. Georgia has already had over 500,000 ballots cast.

Get out Georgia! Pennsylvania! Nevada! Kentucky! Arkansas! Arizona! California! Illinois! Colorado! Florida! Hawaii! Indiana! Iowa! Kansas!

Get out everyone and VOTE!

Am grateful we’ve had a couple of free news days without our past prez hogging the airwaves, but have missed Stephen Colbert who was in re-runs. Hope he’s enjoyed his break. How I miss him with his insights..

He maintains sanity with laugher in our crazed world.

Thanks, Stephen. You are a great American.

Will be checking out the new Julia Roberts/George Clooney rom-com, “Ticket to Paradise,” at 1:20 today, in the hopes their chemistry will lighten the spirit with much laughter. Looks like 55% on Rotten Tomatoes but worth a try for an 8 bucks senior rate.

When I was in Italy traveled Lake Como and saw Clooney’s villa from our boat. He was the last villa built in Lake Como, and there is no further new construction allowed. Most villas are owned by russian oligarchs. It was quite a villa, even had a beach. Good for you George!

A kid from Kentucky who did well.

Will be silencing the cell phone, studying Babble French for my May 2023 adventure, reading, and exploring a book on how to increase vocabulary.

Parlez-vous francais?

In the South all blondes win…

October 21, 2022 / youngretireeneedsalife / Leave a comment

As I watch the local television commercials I tire of what I see. Skinny white women with low cut v neck form fitting dresses selling everything from dental care to cars. Sometimes they even wear mid-thigh boots in these commercials, and if they are carrying a gun we all know their product will be sold.

We all know sex sells. Just have to check out the female fox news gals to reinforce that. And if you really want to get up close and personal with them, see Bombshell, where their clothing room is exposed revealing their high heel collection, as well as enhancements to augment breast and a-s size.

Where am I going with this? Dam if I know, but maybe the dems should consider this in the next election. They say Dr. Jill Biden is a bigger drawing card than the Prez. See what I mean? Point taken.

Another idea – dye every female dem running blonde.

Would love to see Nancy Pelosi as a blonde.

Maybe we could finally get rid of that prick McConnell if we had a sexy blonde running against him. No man would even think about the cost of gas or the economy with that scenario.

Am watching the Georgia race for Attorney General to test my theory.

Jen Jordan is beautiful and smart so she is a good test case.

de santis voter police

October 20, 2022October 19, 2022 / youngretireeneedsalife / Leave a comment

$14,000. per vote spent for this Department which was developed in response to 262 voter fraud claims on 11 million cast votes.

In 2020, with a push from state representative daniel perez, the florida voter police department was established. Initially the force was to be 52 members with a $6 million budget but was pared to 15 members with a $3.7 million budget. This year on August 20th, 20 were arrested of which 13 were black and/or democrats for voting in the 2020 election.

In 2018, 65% of the Florida population voted to restore the vote for those who were incarcerated.

Many of those arrested were given voter registration cards, and all given erroneous information. The fines are $1000., however, 2 white men from the villages of florida were given community service. Another disparity. Those not given the $1000. option could face up to 5 years in prison.

Believe another class action is due.

Young Retiree Needs a Life

reflections of what a 60ish female thinks and does