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There are a lot of places where people use the word transformation to mean ‘we made a few tweaks’.

Right? Why now? I mean, I guess better late than never, but not really.

Sometimes I see people post the silliest takes and for just a moment I want to weigh in and offer a new perspective (or correction when they are flat out wrong), but then I take a deep breath and remember that I should save my energy for better things.

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I agree with what’s already been said in other comments, and would add they prioritize their own schedules over candidates. They are ‘too busy’ to efficiently interview and then they’re surprised when candidates don’t accept the offer they finally get around to making.

Antibiotics are messing with my sense of taste and smell and I’m really ready to be all better now.

I got a steroid shot in my shoulder yesterday. So far, no change at all. Let’s hope physical therapy next week is more effective than this shot!

Oh, that’s helpful. Choosing more of the better-for-my-particular health needs now, and moderation on the things that aren’t moving my health condition forward. FWIW I’d choose cava over chipotle any day!

How is going? I hope your health is improving and that you’re managing the food relationship well!

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I need to make some dietary changes for health reasons. I hope the work I’ve done to heal my relationship with food will allow me to safely make these changes without spiraling back into disordered eating. There’s a fine line between ‘good food vs. bad food’ and ‘better for me right now’ food.

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The year my son was born, we didn’t take our tree down until March. After that, the tree always came down before his bday. I spent the first weekend this year in the ER, so for the first time since 1986 the tree came down late. It would have been an easier cleanup if this tree was also artificial.

Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 05/01/2025

I have to be on a clear liquid diet for a few days. I’m fine, but did the nurse practitioner really think she was being encouraging when she said ‘at least with jello you still have food to chew!’?!?!

Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 23/12/2024

Laundry! And grocery shopping. Oh, and doing the dishes. I enjoy cooking if I don’t have to shop for food or clean up afterwards!

Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 22/12/2024

I dislike New Year’s resolutions as they always feel deficit based. I do like setting intentions for the year, and this section from Mary Oliver’s poem ‘Sometimes’ is going to be my intention for 2025: 4. Instructions for living a life: Pay attention. Be astonished. Tell about it.

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Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 18/12/2024

If you’re required to be in the office 4 days a week, that’s not exactly really hybrid. Just saying.

Brian Ammons @bdammons.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

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Been thinking about “purpose” vs. “meaning” — particularly in relation to vocation. When I focus on a purposeful life I am more driven and less content, but a meaningful life feels more expansive - there’s room for curiosity, pleasure, and connection without needing to operationalize every choice.

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Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

When I first started with this practice I took the first open time slot - telehealth smack dab in the middle of my busiest day! When my therapist told me a 4pm Friday slot became available I jumped on it!

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Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 07/12/2024

Therapy is so good and also leaves me feeling fragile. I’m glad I got a time slot at the end of the day on Friday so I don’t have to jump right back into life when it’s over.

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Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 04/12/2024

I went nc/lc with my mother 3 years ago. For a while afterward, there were still times I felt abandoned by family in spite of it being my choice. This year my siblings all spent Thanksgiving with my mother and I saw pictures of them and thought oh, how nice for them. No regret, no sting. #growth

Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 02/12/2024

What are the best #HRConferences folks are attending in 2025? Not SHRM, obviously.

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Thanksgiving being so late this year makes it easier to be a Thanksgiving weekend decorator.

I got to hold my niece’s 10 day old baby. All is right with my world.

I’m not usually an early Christmas decorator but this year feels like we need some intentional joy.

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Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 27/11/2024

On Thursday we went to Thanksgiving mass in the morning so the whole day felt like a Sunday. Today has felt like Saturday. It’s pretty great to realize it’s only Friday and we still have a real Saturday and Sunday before us. Long weekends are the best.

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Prepping so I can pace myself Thursday. Today I made pie crust and cubed bread for stuffing. Tomorrow I’ll bake the sweet potato pie and cook the cranberry sauce. Still quite a bit left for Thursday, but I’ll have my son as a sous chef and it’ll be fun.

Bonhoeffer's Child @bonhoefferchild.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

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1/ 90 Second Sermon: Can we claim to “love our neighbour as ourselves” if we are willing to accept and pursue less for them than we would for our own family or ourselves?

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Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

It’s open enrollment season. Send me all your thoughts and prayers.

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Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 25/11/2024

I’ve been starting my day listening to the Bible in a year podcast with Fr Mike Schmitz for the second year in a row. I’d like to find another source to listen, preferably the entire Bible within a year, but definitely regular daily reading. Any recommendations?

Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 23/11/2024

It worked out! Multiple people went back for seconds so I’m pretty sure they weren’t just being polite when they said they liked it.

Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

I’m having people over for dinner and made the rookie mistake of trying out a new recipe. It looks and smells… ok.

Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 22/11/2024

Way to make me feel every year of my age!

Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

That was quick. I have my first therapy appointment on Tuesday afternoon.

George Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

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Today is Transgender Day of Remembrance. Each year, the trans community loses too many lives, especially trans women of color, to hate and violence. More than ever, we must stand by our trans family and support them, hold space for them, and insist the scapegoating and targeting stop. Now.

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Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

Thanks! My former therapist left her practice and moved to one that doesn’t take my insurance. It’s been a rough year and now I need to start all over. 🤦🏻‍♀️

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Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

I emailed a new therapist’s office today & filled out the forms. There should be someone available to see me within about 12 weeks. I sure hope they’re a good fit, because I don’t want to wait another three months if it doesn’t work out! Regardless, I’m proud of myself for finally taking the step.

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Bird (he/him) @birdobserver.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

I've been thinking about this poem by Langston Hughes recently and although it was published in 1931, it remains relevant as ever. #books #reading #booksky #poetry

A poem by Langston Hughes titled "Tired". It reads as the following:

"I am so tired of waiting,
Aren't you,
For the world to become good
And beautiful and kind?
Let us take a knife
And cut the world in two --
And see what worms are eating
At the rind."

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Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

I understand why some people have to cut folks out over this, and why some people can’t cut folks out over this. Relationships are nuanced and it’s really never just how you voted. I’ve cut some and kept some. It’s not a one-size-fits-all.

Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

I’m so glad it’s working for you! It gives me weird dreams so I sleep, but not restfully.

Rebekah Weatherspoon @rdotspoon.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

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Imma need some of you to think about thriving out of spite. I had big plans for 2025 and I’m definitely not gonna pre-derail them for likes of Elin and Tromp. I’m getting more involved. Loving harder. Writing hornier. Having more fun. I’m gonna be so kind to my neighbors, bitch.

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Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

In 2017 I joined Twitter and my whole #HRWorld opened up. I found an #HRCommunity and made online friends who became IRL friends. When Twitter became X and there was no more place for me, I mourned the loss of this rich #HRNetwork. I’m cautiously optimistic that I’m going to find my #HRPeeps here.

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Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

How do I add a hashtag to my feed?

Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 19/11/2024

I’m looking forward to reconnecting with my #HRCommunity again!

Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

I was hoping you’d come over here! I really wanted to like threads, but this seems to be where everyone is ending up, and frankly it’s easier for me to navigate.

Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

Happy Monday! I love when mourning sneaks in and partners with insomnia. I’m determined, however, to look for joy and be productive in healthy ways today. Plus, I have a massage booked later this afternoon!

Minda Harts @mindaharts.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

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I don’t know who needs to hear this, but don’t GIVE UP.

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Anne Tomkinson @annetomk.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

Everything out there feels hard and scary, and personal things close to home are hard right now, too. Lots of grief and loss. I’m contemplating ways to bring joy back into my life. #JoyIsResistance