In order to faciliatate spiritual growth, everyone needs to step outside of their own cultural traditions and learn something new. Therefore, I'm going to attempt to observe Ramadan properly this year. Best case scenario; I learn something. Worst case scenario; I starve to death trying to fast. Found this blog to be a step in the right direction.
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Saturday, June 16, 2012
Idiot Guide to Job (any job)
1. Its helpful if you can use a phone and the normal standard equipment used in the course of your chosen business. If the idiot that hired you didn't ask if you were conversant with this technology and didn't promptly train you, and you are unable (unwilling?) to read the training manual I know you were given, you might as well go home now. You are NO HELP TO US. Moreover, there is probably no help for YOU. You, dear, have a terminal case of the stupids.
2. Working usually demands that you be able to deal with ALL TYPES of people. If you cannot adapt to vocabulary of the industry and the clients you serve, please quit now. People in the hood don't appreciate your softspoken kingergarden-teacher-voice and perfect grammar. They don't f&*(ing understand you.
3. Be professional if you want and expect others to "play nice". Example: don't tell your Muslim co-worker that because you're a devout Catholic you will not ever work on Sundays ever when they are coming to work and sitting next to you eating chipotle at your desk while they are fasting for Ramadan. Tacky.
4. Personality is an asset to you on this job, as well as a sense of humor. If you have neither of these, go be an accountant. This is not the place for you, honey. Oh also - memo - they told me to mention that nobody likes you?
5. Do the job you were brought on to do. Everyone has some unpleasant tasks assigned to them. If you want to be valued by your employer and co-workers, do your share of them. Don't say "no" to any/every thing/one! If you do, next time you ask for a day off...answer is NO. Flexibility is key to problem solving. No one wants to hear about how you can ONLY sit in the corner office because the chair there is soft and you have a hernia and that no one told you you'd have to work nights, weekends, holidays or overtime. Bish, please!
...and THOU SHALT NOT *EVER*...
- Leave a call on hold, clock out and go home, like this heiffer who works here just did. (nope, I'm not joking!)
- Call folks out of their names. If you can't pronounce their hame, just call them sweetie or Mrs. or something nice (as opposed to, like, racist or derogatory).
- Drop the ball. If you say you will help, don't leave anyone hanging without a call back (even if the call back is to say you haven't accomplished a damn thing!)
- Tattle. Everybody has bad days. If you just witnessed someone else's, please keep your fat trap shut. (Unless you just witnessed something serious such as a n actual CRIME. In that case, call the proper authorities.)
- Have a foul attitude. God don't like ugly.
- Adhere to every last little rule (especially the ones you just made up)! No one is perfect...that includes you, Princess. We are all human and we all make mistakes.
2. Working usually demands that you be able to deal with ALL TYPES of people. If you cannot adapt to vocabulary of the industry and the clients you serve, please quit now. People in the hood don't appreciate your softspoken kingergarden-teacher-voice and perfect grammar. They don't f&*(ing understand you.
3. Be professional if you want and expect others to "play nice". Example: don't tell your Muslim co-worker that because you're a devout Catholic you will not ever work on Sundays ever when they are coming to work and sitting next to you eating chipotle at your desk while they are fasting for Ramadan. Tacky.
4. Personality is an asset to you on this job, as well as a sense of humor. If you have neither of these, go be an accountant. This is not the place for you, honey. Oh also - memo - they told me to mention that nobody likes you?
5. Do the job you were brought on to do. Everyone has some unpleasant tasks assigned to them. If you want to be valued by your employer and co-workers, do your share of them. Don't say "no" to any/every thing/one! If you do, next time you ask for a day off...answer is NO. Flexibility is key to problem solving. No one wants to hear about how you can ONLY sit in the corner office because the chair there is soft and you have a hernia and that no one told you you'd have to work nights, weekends, holidays or overtime. Bish, please!
...and THOU SHALT NOT *EVER*...
- Leave a call on hold, clock out and go home, like this heiffer who works here just did. (nope, I'm not joking!)
- Call folks out of their names. If you can't pronounce their hame, just call them sweetie or Mrs. or something nice (as opposed to, like, racist or derogatory).
- Drop the ball. If you say you will help, don't leave anyone hanging without a call back (even if the call back is to say you haven't accomplished a damn thing!)
- Tattle. Everybody has bad days. If you just witnessed someone else's, please keep your fat trap shut. (Unless you just witnessed something serious such as a n actual CRIME. In that case, call the proper authorities.)
- Have a foul attitude. God don't like ugly.
- Adhere to every last little rule (especially the ones you just made up)! No one is perfect...that includes you, Princess. We are all human and we all make mistakes.
Noncents!
My unemployed GFs and I talk frequently about starting a poverty blog but they are all too busy trying not to look homeless and hustling to interviews to actually write said blog............ If you have stories to share or want to guest-blog on this topic hit me up on twitter! TY #CincyGlam
Monday, March 5, 2012
Product Review: Suave Professionals Keratin Infusion Dry Shampoo
After carefully preparing my hair by not washing it for 48 hours (because I wanted to make sure it was thoroughly dirty, greasy and lifeless) I tried the Suave Professionals Keratin Infusion Dry Shampoo.
The verdict? Everyone probably ought to get a can of this miracle-worker for upcoming Spring & Summer hair emergencies - ASAP! After brushing my hair, I sprayed (yes, its a spray) the dry shampoo and brushed through as the instructions say to do, repeating this process on all the nastified areas of my roots. Et voila, life sprang back into my lifeless 'do. From disgusting to work-worth in about 5 minutes.
Only two cautionary notes: BRUNETTES, be sure you hold the can 8-10 inches away from your head, otherwise it will turn your hair white. Also, this product has an interesting scent.........its like shampoo mixed with hairspray (I assume this is due to the propellant?) which does go away completely in a few minutes.
For more details, check out the Suave website.
http://www.suave.com/KeratinInfusion/default.aspx
http://www.suave.com/KeratinInfusion/default.aspx
Friday, November 4, 2011
I was raised to be polite...
Please do not mistake this for some sign that I like you, or that we are close friends, or that because I was kind to your face that you should bother me again in the future. There are certain things one does not do in "polite company," meaning, in public places you shouldn't cause a scene, be overly emotional or engage in any displays that would embarrass yourself or others. These are the rules which make public, social interactions pleasant for most human beings on planet earth. So, hypothetically speaking, you could hate me and want to kill me but probably shouldn't threaten my life in public. Despite risking a monumental beatdown from whomever I am with, you are making yourself look ridiculous, insecure and out of control. In return, I behave in a civil manner in public no matter what may have transpired between us. When you forcibly interject yourself into my presence or conversation, I will do my best to ignore your rudeness, lack of tact, sense of timing, blatant disrespect for me, etc. If you presist in forcing me into an unpleasant social interaction with you, I will do my best to include you in a pleasant but non-personal conversation. Should you not be able to get the hint that you have ruined my day, I will attempt to excuse myself (or myself and my conversation partner) politely and quickly from your odious, interloping presence.
So, given the case that I was raised to be polite and have some sense of social propriety and civility and you were clearly not raised in a similar way, how will you know if this pertains to you? Well, common sense, of course. Ask yourself;
Have I ever threatened this person with bodily/social harm?
Have I ever told lies to this person or slandered their reputation?
Have I embrioled this individual in what is commonly known as "mind games"?
Have I ever embarrassed this person publically or drammatically?
Have I engaged other parties to do any of the above social fouls on my behalf?
Has this person deleted/blocked me from their Facebook or other accounts?
If the answer is "yes," then the person you are trying to engage most likely wants nothing to do with you. Congratulations, you are a bona vide a$$hole and are not fit to associate with polite society. Go back the gutter from whence you came and stay away from me. Thank you.
If you HAVE done these things, but have since sincerely apologized, congratulations to you! You are one small step closer to being a polite and proper being. However, this does not give you the right to resume any or your former behaviors unless given express permission to do so by your "victim". If the recipient of your rudeness has NOT accepted your apology, or accepted it and mentioned "but..." and uttered any of the following phrases, then the person you are trying to engage probably still wants nothing to do with you. When in doubt, ladies and gentlemen, always remember that "no" means "no", and it stays a "no" until you hear otherwise from the horse's mouth.
These ALSO mean "no":
1. I do not want to see you again.
2. Please go away.
3. Please stop stalking me.
4. Do not call me again. / I have changed my number.
5. (almost any 4-letter word) _ + you!
6. If you were called names which DID accurately describe you and/or your actions.
7. If you persist in doing (insert what you actually did here), I will get a restraining order.
8. I have feelings of hatred/violence/strong dislike for you.
Also remember to use body language cues to know whether or not to aproach a situation. Actions such as avoidance of physical and/or eye contact, rolling of the eyes, gagging motions, and people turning their backs to you are all indications that you should leave those people alone. They do not like you. The best way to climb back into good social graces is to simply not be rude. If you want to go the extra mile, you might try going out of your way a little to be nice in an arm's length kind of way. In short, start acting like a decent, non-a-hole, human being and you will be accorded the proper respect you have now earned.
So, given the case that I was raised to be polite and have some sense of social propriety and civility and you were clearly not raised in a similar way, how will you know if this pertains to you? Well, common sense, of course. Ask yourself;
Have I ever threatened this person with bodily/social harm?
Have I ever told lies to this person or slandered their reputation?
Have I embrioled this individual in what is commonly known as "mind games"?
Have I ever embarrassed this person publically or drammatically?
Have I engaged other parties to do any of the above social fouls on my behalf?
Has this person deleted/blocked me from their Facebook or other accounts?
If the answer is "yes," then the person you are trying to engage most likely wants nothing to do with you. Congratulations, you are a bona vide a$$hole and are not fit to associate with polite society. Go back the gutter from whence you came and stay away from me. Thank you.
If you HAVE done these things, but have since sincerely apologized, congratulations to you! You are one small step closer to being a polite and proper being. However, this does not give you the right to resume any or your former behaviors unless given express permission to do so by your "victim". If the recipient of your rudeness has NOT accepted your apology, or accepted it and mentioned "but..." and uttered any of the following phrases, then the person you are trying to engage probably still wants nothing to do with you. When in doubt, ladies and gentlemen, always remember that "no" means "no", and it stays a "no" until you hear otherwise from the horse's mouth.
These ALSO mean "no":
1. I do not want to see you again.
2. Please go away.
3. Please stop stalking me.
4. Do not call me again. / I have changed my number.
5. (almost any 4-letter word) _ + you!
6. If you were called names which DID accurately describe you and/or your actions.
7. If you persist in doing (insert what you actually did here)
8. I have feelings of hatred/violence/strong dislike for you.
Also remember to use body language cues to know whether or not to aproach a situation. Actions such as avoidance of physical and/or eye contact, rolling of the eyes, gagging motions, and people turning their backs to you are all indications that you should leave those people alone. They do not like you. The best way to climb back into good social graces is to simply not be rude. If you want to go the extra mile, you might try going out of your way a little to be nice in an arm's length kind of way. In short, start acting like a decent, non-a-hole, human being and you will be accorded the proper respect you have now earned.
Friday, August 26, 2011
Kat hearts Dior (for Fall) by guest blogger Kathleen McGuirk
Diorskin Dior Poudre Shimmer in Shimmer Rose is a must for all cool-toned women this Fall.The palette of pinks includes four different shades. An almost cream light pink, a nice delicate baby pink, a blend of rose and mauve (very subtle on the mauve) and finally a beautiful easy-on-the-eyes bright rose. The shimmer in the shadow is soft and not overwhelming to fair skin, but it brings out the sparkle in blue eyes and make the whole eye pop! I noticed with this shadow you could wear the bright rose color as both contour and highlight and then also switch up the cream and the softer pinks. Taking the palette from a soft romantic to an edgier, new wave look. I experimented with different variations of looks with this palette and even on another stylist at work just to see what would happen with hazel eyes. I noticed with this shadow you could wear the bright rose color as both contour and highlight and then also switch up the cream and the softer pinks. Taking the palette from a soft romantic to an edgier, new wave look." Results with hazel victim were simply wonderful. The pink in the 'rose/mauve' brought out the cool tones in eyes, making them more noticeable and brighter. Both victims "Blue" and "Hazel" were so happy with their new looks and were pretty sure it made them look younger. I have worked with many lines over the years and one complaint I always had with shadows is pigment - it's either too much or not enough. The Dior was true to color in the palette - what you see is what you get. A pink that had the perfect amount of pigment so you don't have to keep layering it to get it exactly where you want it. This doesn't happen in the world of make up often. I have tossed hundreds of pink shadows for being liars. So yes, my fellow baby blues, invest and be delight. I have worn it every day. Eyeliner... Yes, I recommend pairing Dior Poudre Shimmer (as eyeshadow) with a thin line of liquid black, very thin, otherwise you overpower the sparkling eye effect. And, of course, also mascara. I am one of those people that think leaving the house without mascara is a mortal sin. (It surely IS a mortal sin, CincyGlam agrees!) Sure, natural beauty is great, but you should definitely wear mascara and make it better. Benefit's "They're Real" puts other mascaras to shame. I have been disappointed by Benefit when it comes to mascara so I was real if-y with trying this. It is advertised to make it look as if you are wearing fake lashes, accentuating length, volume and curl. I know, yeah right.. but wait! I put it on alone, yes, length. I did not see a volume change and just a bit of curl. Day 2, I followed my typical routine for summer, tinted moisturizer, waterproof mascara (one coat). I looked down saw They're Real looking up at me and it it said 'Layer me on that', so I did. Holy Lash Length, Batman, I have never seen my eyes look that amazing since I stopped getting my lash extensions. Length, Volume and Curl." It really worked. (CincyGlam vouches to the greatness of said lashes.) It lasted all day, no flakes under the eye, no typical Benefit blue smudge. I even work tested this, thinking surely the steam from shampooing, heat from dryers, and eye drops will break this. I really wanted to hate it. Nope, it lasted and still looked perfect enough to go out (and bat at some sucker to but me a cocktail.) Pair it with Dior's new Shimmer Rose, and you have mesmerizing eyes that stay amazing. CincyGlam is still waiting to reap benefits of Kat's "mesmerizing eyes" during her next visit to Louisville. :)
Friday, August 19, 2011
Review: Dior! Poudre Shimmer
DiorSkin Poudre Shimmer "ultra shimmering all over face powder"
I was sent the Rose Diamond color to test, but much to my chagrin I just could not make the pink palate work for me! Instead, I outsourced my testing to good friend and makeup artiste extraordinaire, Kathleen McGuirk. Kat has worked for beauty retail and as an independent stylist for over ten years so she knows her stuff. And as a very fair-skinned white girl with sunning baby blue eyes, she looks AMAZING in sparkling diamond pinks!
Her first comment upon cracking open the shimmery treat (and dipping her finger in it) was that Dior has really improved the concentration of pigment in this powder. Consequently, this all-over powder has the versatility to do double or triple duty as eyeshadow, blush and powder. At $44 a pop, that's kind of deal (especially considering that you won't waste valuble purse space on 3 separate products!)
I hope she is sending me photos of the Poudre Shimmer used as eyeshadow, as well as the lowdown on a new mascara she's in love with, but in the meantime if you'd like to try Dior! Poudre Shimmer for yourself, go to: dior.com and enter code: GLAM3 at checkout for complimentary shipping.
Need a second opinion? check out a fellow glambassador's review (complete with finished look photos and video) at GlitterBuzzStyle.com!
I was sent the Rose Diamond color to test, but much to my chagrin I just could not make the pink palate work for me! Instead, I outsourced my testing to good friend and makeup artiste extraordinaire, Kathleen McGuirk. Kat has worked for beauty retail and as an independent stylist for over ten years so she knows her stuff. And as a very fair-skinned white girl with sunning baby blue eyes, she looks AMAZING in sparkling diamond pinks!
Her first comment upon cracking open the shimmery treat (and dipping her finger in it) was that Dior has really improved the concentration of pigment in this powder. Consequently, this all-over powder has the versatility to do double or triple duty as eyeshadow, blush and powder. At $44 a pop, that's kind of deal (especially considering that you won't waste valuble purse space on 3 separate products!)
I hope she is sending me photos of the Poudre Shimmer used as eyeshadow, as well as the lowdown on a new mascara she's in love with, but in the meantime if you'd like to try Dior! Poudre Shimmer for yourself, go to: dior.com and enter code: GLAM3 at checkout for complimentary shipping.
Need a second opinion? check out a fellow glambassador's review (complete with finished look photos and video) at GlitterBuzzStyle.com!
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