Home Office: Increased Business & Processes

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Discussion Overview

This thread centers around participants expressing their concern for a member named Gretchen, who has been absent from the forum. Many participants share their thoughts and feelings about her absence, while others express relief upon her return.

Discussion Character

  • Anecdotal
  • Opinion-based

Main Points Raised

  • Several participants express concern for Gretchen's well-being and wonder about her absence.
  • One participant, identifying as a consultant, mentions feeling like a "mother hen" due to their worry for others in the community.
  • Another participant shares their experience of being busy and acknowledges that they usually keep in touch with their family frequently.
  • Some participants express joy and excitement upon Gretchen's return, indicating they missed her presence.
  • One participant mentions their busy schedule related to work and family, which resonates with others who also share their busy lives.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Views differ regarding the frequency of communication and the impact of busyness on personal connections, but there is a general sense of relief and happiness upon Gretchen's return.

Contextual Notes

The thread reflects a close-knit community dynamic where members share personal experiences and support one another during periods of absence.

Who May Find This Useful

Participants in the community who value connection and support among members may find this discussion relevant.

BigSisGretchen said:
I'm sorry Nikki . . . I'm usually a pretty good big sister! I don't usually not talk to my little sisters for this long . . . ask Heidi I call her before work, during work, after work . . . sometimes a couple times after work . . . I spend time with her and then call her again and again . . . especially when they are trying to eat a meal!:icecream:
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aww shucks you missed me a little...so how have you been??
 
BigSisGretchen said:
Boy Ellen . . . I guess you were watching for me . . . I actually received an e-mail from Friday earlier . . . I thought I should at least jump on and let you all know that I'm still here . . . I'm going to only be on for a short time it is DS birthday and we need to run out for his gift . . .
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Hope he has a HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!
 
Nikkijo said:
aww shucks you missed me a little...so how have you been??
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I've been very good. Busy but good. You will soon see . . . this time of year in HR is a bit hectic. I have been planning for benefit meetings and by the end of the month I will be at work more than at home . . . with three shifts to visit we must do at least two meetings on each shift to cover each benefit change (which we have two, retirement & health insurance)- we can't combine the meetings because the topics are too different and some of the information in each meeting does not :rolleyes::rolleyes:apply to everyone. We are going thru a slight change in investment funds for our retirement plan . . . shouldn't be a big deal. But we are putting in an HRA and this will take some explaining for our employees to understand . . . and then the real fun begins. We do open enrollment times on each shift in two different locations . . . and I then meet with all the employees that want to discuss a change, re-enrollment for mandatory things like flexible spending accounts.
 
Guess what?
I'm here and no one else is . . . HELLO!?!?
 
(hello)
 
Hi Gretchen!
 
Carissidy said:
Gretchen! Where are you??
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that's really cute!
 
Hi Gretchen!
 
Hey Gretchen!!!

How are ya?? miss ya!
 
pcchris said:
Hey Gretchen!!!

How are ya?? miss ya!
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I'm good! I'm alittle busy and I only get a few minutes each day to jump on and talk . . . but my free time usually isn't anyone else's free time . . . because no one is here . . . so I just read what I can and play yes/no and word association.

Well I have to get ready for work and prepare for my drive . . . snow with ice on top . . . perfect winter driving weather.
 
soooo.... where IS Gretchen??
 
Just stopping by to say HI
 
Carissidy said:
soooo.... where IS Gretchen??
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I'm right here! I think I'm on when people are in bed sleeping . . .
 
I dont know but I can tell you one thing... you ARE on when I am not :(
 
Hello! It's been awhile since we've gotten to chat. Hope all is well! Have a great day!
 
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Yeah, i agree with friday......come back and chat!!
 
miss ya... miss ya... miss ya!!! COME BACK!!!!!!!!!!
 
Saw somewhere you posted that you were busy and only had time to read ---- Hope all is going well for you. Take care
 
All is very well with me. Thanks for asking.

This Saturday I babysat an 8 yr old little girl (I have 2 boys) . . . we made those cake cookies . . . Yummy! I really liked the chocolate cookie with PB chips.

My DS thinks he owns the computer lately . . . his friend moved to GA and he is heart broken . . . they both have webcams now and think they need to talk nonstop.
 
BigSisGretchen said:
All is very well with me. Thanks for asking.

This Saturday I babysat an 8 yr old little girl (I have 2 boys) . . . we made those cake cookies . . . Yummy! I really liked the chocolate cookie with PB chips.

My DS thinks he owns the computer lately . . . his friend moved to GA and he is heart broken . . . they both have webcams now and think they need to talk nonstop.
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how cute... poor kid is probably soooo sad :( cant help but feel bad for him. I hope you get a chance to come chat soon!! (when I am here of course)
 
Bumping you back to page 1. Hope to chat soon.
 
missydivine said:
Bumping you back to page 1. Hope to chat soon.
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Cool . . . I was bumped, I was bumped.
 
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