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I Lead A Dull Life

Kachina624 — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 04:14:39 GMT

Understand that I don't have much excitement in my life but I was elated to see my first, bight, shiny, Prime delivery truck. Amazon hasn't had a presence in Albuquerque but they're finishing up a brand-new very large distribution center. Now if only they can find 1,000 or so workers to staff the place.

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Goodie2shoes — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 04:23:11 GMT

I have Amazon prime and I love their fast shipping ! Glad you are happy to see that big shiny Amazon truck !

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FancyPhillyshopper — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 04:36:44 GMT

There is an old saying that is supposedly a curse: "May you live in interesting times."

The chaos and anxiety caused by constant change or disruptions in life are NOT necessarily better than having a dull, yet tranquil life.

Hope you enjoy your shopping and your deliveries!

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Sage04 — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 05:06:44 GMT

@Kachina624 wrote:
Understand that I don't have much excitement in my life but I was elated to see my first, bight, shiny, Prime delivery truck. Amazon hasn't had a presence in Albuquerque but they're finishing up a brand-new very large distribution center. Now if only they can find 1,000 or so workers to staff the place.

CONGRATULATIONS @Kachina624 . Isn't it exciting? Everytime my 3 year old nephew sees one of the vans, he shouts "Amazon Prime, Amazon Prime". They are very popular here.

Hope they can find find employees. My 20 year old nephew is in College and got a job at a distribution Center near by. They started him at $18 an hour and he works 30 hours weekly. They also pay for him to go to College. We didn't expect that.

I've heard horrible things about A and the way they treat the employees but so far so good.

Once again, so happy that you finally saw Mr. Prime.

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Queen of shop — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 05:19:57 GMT

@FancyPhillyshopper @Kachina624 Correct. I'd rather live a prosaic life style instead of going mach 10 with my hair on fire. There is def something to be said for a quieter lifestyle as one ages. And I'm good with it.

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Mikeysone — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 09:10:51 GMT

Had far too much drama when I was younger. Am content with my uneventful life right now..

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77yangya — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 09:32:30 GMT

@Mikeysone wrote:
Had far too much drama when I was younger. Am content with my uneventful life right now..

Me too. We lost our kitty yesterday. She was very old and it's touch to see a grown man cry but my husband did. Just awful.

I used to call the place I fed her, her little feeding station. It's now empty. Her places where she slept all empty. I just need time.

Just never realized the years went by that fast. I just want to heal and move on.

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Desertdi — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 11:09:26 GMT

@Kachina624 Are ya KIDDING? I just realized that I bought THREE winter tops....and they are all G R A Y. What was I thinking??

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millieshops — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 11:25:56 GMT

@Kachina624 Early this morning local news here in Florida reported that even if all those looking for jobs found them, we would still have thousands of unfilled jobs. No details about what kinds of jobs remain open, where those jobs are, and not a peep ever about where the extra people are going to come from.

Amazon's deep pockets should help them find workers -- assuming enough unemployed or unhappily employed elsewhere live relatively close. All I hope is that some of that money is going to send out climate-friendly trucks because in my cul de sac, we see 3 and often more of their vehicles 7 days a week.

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Luvsmyfam — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 12:05:51 GMT

@Kachina624 I thought you were going to say your life is dull,because you go nowhere besides work and back.well that's my dull life

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Harpa — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 12:28:50 GMT

The ads on t.v. calling for help lead me to believe they'll ask the potential hiree 1 question: "What would you like for compensation?"

It almost makes one feel like quitting their job to go with them!

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Shanus — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 12:47:16 GMT

@millieshops wrote:
@Kachina624 Early this morning local news here in Florida reported that even if all those looking for jobs found them, we would still have thousands of unfilled jobs. No details about what kinds of jobs remain open, where those jobs are, and not a peep ever about where the extra people are going to come from.
Amazon's deep pockets should help them find workers -- assuming enough unemployed or unhappily employed elsewhere live relatively close. All I hope is that some of that money is going to send out climate-friendly trucks because in my cul de sac, we see 3 and often more of their vehicles 7 days a week.

@millieshops There are people who have quit their jobs and still not looking for work. So, how are they paying rent, feeding their families, etc.?

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LindaSal — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 12:50:39 GMT

@77yangya I am very sorry for your loss.

And I agree with others, uneventful? I'll take it any day of the week.

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qualitygal — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 12:55:31 GMT

LOL my dog hates that truck, but I like ours, so good for you, enjoy.

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mspatmac — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 15:05:07 GMT

You hit the jackpot with Prime Trucks and a warehouse nearby @Kachina624 I ordered something yesterday afternoon and the Prime truck was here at 6:30 am.

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Witchy Woman — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 15:32:34 GMT

@77yangya

Sadly, I understand your pain and sense of loss and sorry you are without your kitty.

When I lost my last senior boy I was heartsick and simply cannot face the idea of adopting again.

You do heal, but you never stop missing them.

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Sooner — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 15:39:17 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
@millieshops wrote:
@Kachina624 Early this morning local news here in Florida reported that even if all those looking for jobs found them, we would still have thousands of unfilled jobs. No details about what kinds of jobs remain open, where those jobs are, and not a peep ever about where the extra people are going to come from.
Amazon's deep pockets should help them find workers -- assuming enough unemployed or unhappily employed elsewhere live relatively close. All I hope is that some of that money is going to send out climate-friendly trucks because in my cul de sac, we see 3 and often more of their vehicles 7 days a week.
@millieshops There are people who have quit their jobs and still not looking for work. So, how are they paying rent, feeding their families, etc.?

@Shanus They are on the newest wage-earning program. They are on the dole! That's the only answer. Because you asked the right question.

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Shanus — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 15:46:14 GMT

@Sooner I would assume unemployment runs out eventually.

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Sooner — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 16:20:00 GMT

@Shanus wrote:
@Sooner I would assume unemployment runs out eventually.

@Shanus It used to. Not sure about now. But I know of churches that are building free food pantries the size of a small braums with walk up to cases etc. And habitat is building homes at a rapid rate, kids get free food at school and for the weekend.

I certainly believe in helping people who need it and are having a hard time, but what I see is not means tested, and starting to outpace some small retailers.

So I am not making judgment here, but I do question if some organizations are being effective in determining who really needs help and who simply is taking advantage of a free ride. Thereby harming those who really need a hand up.

What I"m seeing and hearing does not match up with companies not being able to hire workers. Makes me think something is not right here.

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Growing — Mon, 25 Oct 2021 16:46:26 GMT

Where I live in a big metroplex city in Texas is we now have lots of homeless living around our neighborhood. My home was expensive by my perspective but we live near a lower income section and an immigrant section. We purchased a house that was lower priced neighborhood than most around here. I don't mind living among different people, it makes life interesting. But it makes me sad to see so many homeless, especially the young teenage ones pitching tents in the parking lots behind retail buildings. And of course, we have a lot of crime. Could they get jobs, well maybe at some point but its hard to apply for a job if you don't have a phone or a way to clean up for that interview. They can use the computers at our nearby library. When I drive to the further Target, I often see many homeless walking the sidewalks pushing their shopping carts of belongings. I am not mentioning drug or alcohol abuse here, I am sure some find this to be a way of escaping or even the cause of their problems. And the other elephant in the room is mental illness.