The Daily Peeve / Rant

[Tybee]

I second that, can you take a little time off? It sounds grueling.

[Tradd]

The increases are worse than I expected. And they’re on top of already existing duties. 34% for China, on top of recent 20% and 25% from 2018.

[happystuff]

So sorry things have gotten so much more difficult for both of you, Tradd and TMS! Hugs and hope things improve.

TMS, I agree with the others - your health comes first!!! Do what you need to do for YOU.

[iris lilies]

I second that, can you take a little time off? It sounds grueling.

I can’t imagine that Tradd’s bosses would give her time off during this time when they need her the most.

[Tradd]

I can’t imagine that Tradd’s bosses would give her time off during this time when they need her the most.

Agreed. A friend said this is the time when you fake your death!

[Tybee]

I can’t imagine that Tradd’s bosses would give her time off during this time when they need her the most.

I was actually talking to TMS with their health issues, sorry to not be clearer. TMS, I meant can you take time off?

[Tradd]

Ah, it wasn’t clear.

[early morning]

Thinking of you, Tradd, with every click of the Orange One's pen.

TMS. Can you just shutter the cafe and say sorry, I'm done here? Obviously I have no clue as to your financial investment in the business, though your loyalty is clear. But it seems untenable to me, to be trying to put in new systems, find new help, and look out for the interests of someone who has clearly done you poorly over the years, while managing a dire health situation yourself. I wish you all the best, I truly do. Please, take care of yourself! Sending you all the good vibes I can muster.

[Tradd]

Today? OMG.

Today was just freaking insane. I had just gotten done responding to all the emails and phone calls about the reciprocal tariffs going into effect, and had stopped to have something to eat at lunch, when I heard the news. I am spending so much time dealing with questions and notifying customers that I barely have time for anything else.

[catherine]

TMS. Can you just shutter the cafe and say sorry, I'm done here? Obviously I have no clue as to your financial investment in the business, though your loyalty is clear. But it seems untenable to me, to be trying to put in new systems, find new help, and look out for the interests of someone who has clearly done you poorly over the years, while managing a dire health situation yourself. I wish you all the best, I truly do. Please, take care of yourself! Sending you all the good vibes I can muster.

Really!! Plus you indicated that the chemo has taken away your appetite.. how can you put in those hours while dealing with the side effects of your treatment?