Context: I am a staff member at a community college, the coordinator of tutoring services. I have always been able to make my own schedule, within reason and alloted hours given by the college. But I missed an appointment with a student, & a professor reported it to my supervisor.

I'm terrified.

You've grown and done so much this year. They would be so proud of you, and I know this is true because I am so, so very proud of you and how far you've come.

Thanks. That excessive need for reassurance is always the first sign of SAD era. I know it will get easier and I'll be okay. Eventually.

I got there maybe at 12:15? And i had about 40 people ahead of me.

If its anything like my VIP experience, get there before 1 to get a place in line, then they'll give you wristbands with a number that you'll use when the doors actually open. It will be a hassle waiting around, but it is worth it i promise!

Thank you! I have several vintage lamps at this point. This was the first vintage lamp I ever purchased (a steal at $40), and I've been obsessed with glass lampshades ever since.

I am partial to glass lamps because what do you mean this gorgeous work of handpainted art cost me less money than a smaller, shittier lamp from Target that will break in 2 years anyway?

LOVE ESTATE SALE LAMPS

As the youngest of seven siblings who teased their little "Magpie", the username ended up predicting her own future, as magpies are often omens throughout folklore

-seven magpies for a secret never to be told
-seven magpies for the devil, his own self

No one back home will ever believe this.