So you want a day off? Let's take a look at what you are asking for!
There are 365 days this year.
There are 52 weeks per year in which you already have 2 days off per week, leaving 261 days available for work.
Since you spend 16 hours each day away from work, you have used up 170 days, leaving only 91 days available.
You spend 30 minutes each day on coffee break. That accounts for 23 days each year, leaving only 68 days available.
With a one hour lunch period each day, you have used up another 46 days, leaving only 22 days available for work.
You normally spend 2 days per year on sick leave. This leaves you only 20 days available for work.
We are off for 5 holidays per year, so your available working time is down to 15 days.
We generously give you 14 days vacation per year which leaves only one day available for work and I'll be damned if you're going to take that day off!
Since its a public holiday in some countries like Nigeria, Egypt, Bangladesh..., we thought this weeks blog should be geared towards having a day off. We hope you enjoy this piece as we are very jealous given we are not on break here in the UK. Eid Mubarak to all our Muslim readers.
For the lazy bunch enjoying this holiday instead of being at work, do have a lovely week and do not envy we the suckers stuck at work at all. Enjoy the read!
Tuesday, 15 October 2013
Monday, 7 October 2013
Happiness is a Choice...
She is 92 years old, petite, well poised, and proud. She is
fully dressed each morning by eight o'clock, with her hair fashionably coifed,
and her makeup perfectly applied, in spite of the fact she is legally blind.
Today she has moved to a nursing home. Her husband of 70 years recently passed
away, making this move necessary.
After many hours of waiting patiently in the lobby of the
nursing home, where I am employed, she smiled sweetly when told her room was
ready. As she maneuvered her walker to the elevator, I provided a visual
description of her tiny room, including the eyelet curtains that had been hung
on her window. "I love it," she stated with the enthusiasm of an
eight-year old having just been presented with a new puppy. "Mrs. Jones,
you haven't seen the room....just wait," I said. Then she spoke these
words that I will never forget:
"That does not have anything to do with it," she
gently replied. "Happiness is something you decide on ahead of time."
Whether I like the room or not, does not depend on how the
furniture is arranged. It is how I arrange my mind. I have already decided to
love it. It is a decision I make every morning when I wake up. I have a choice.
I can spend the day in bed recounting the difficulty I have with the parts of
my body that no longer work, or I can get out of bed and be thankful for the ones
that do work.
Each day is a gift, and as long as my eyes open, I will
focus on the new day and all of the happy memories I have stored away.
It is a new week. Choose to be happy.
Source: The
lighthouse
Tuesday, 1 October 2013
What a girl wants...
Quite a few guys have written to us asking what girls want. Now we at Juliet Angels have tried so hard to put our various opinions together and come up with a consensus list on what as ladies want. We believe most girls ready for a relationship would have one to this. However please tell us if we are wrong as we would definately love to here and if necessary make an amended updated post based on comments! Now for the guys, we have got 10 points in here and I don't believe there is a guy out there that ticks perfectly for all 10. However if you do, we would love to here from you and you certainly need your woman to vouch that this is right so get here to leave a comment.
I know some of you are rolling your eyes already but keep reading. All we want to do is this as a friendly refresher, a reminder that simple and honest is a good thing.
What Every Girl (OK, this Girl) Wants …
1. Someone who genuinely shows an interest in my life, who I was, who I am, and how I became that person as well as is ready to take who I might become.
Most girls love when you; Ask questions! Show an interest! Don’t you really want to know who you are with? I once dated this guy who I believe till today doesn't quite know the spelling of my last name. Girls hate nothing more than a guy (except the guy is only useful for sex) who can’t remember the simple things about them. For example, what course she is studying, what school she went, or little information on her family life. To be honest if you are really interested in that person, no one would have to force you to know the information because you would really want to know. Guys don’t joke with their football and if you think of how impressive it is the amount of information they know about the players they have never met, you are capable of storing more than that information on a girl you really like.
2. Acknowledgement of special occasions e.g. birthdays, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and especially anniversaries.
The truth: Most girls act like they really can’t be bothered with Valentine day but secretly resents you if she ends up being the only one that doesn't have a spectacular story to tell her friends. Special occasions do matter, no matter how small and insignificant you might think it is. This is the point most guys get wrong; for most reasonable girls (please note that I said “REASONABLE”) it’s not the cost of the gift that matters, it’s the thoughtful gesture.
As an example; there was a Valentine’s Day (the best Vals day she's had to date) and her and her partner were both searching for jobs, so money was a tight constraint. She was shocked at the planning he had done with the financial constraint. She got a book from him that told her all about herself from his perspective, in his words. They had a dinner at his, and a movie night in (one she had seen already but that he knew she loved). At the end of the night, the cost for the whole night was not up to £15. We girls just want a proof that you care, that you can still take time out from your busy schedule to make us feel special.
3. Appreciation on ordinary days
A huge minus for most guys as they begin to expect and see the little things we do as normal. A “thank you” goes a long way. Now am not saying we expect this all the time but they come in very handy especially when she worked very hard all day. Did she make you a cake? Dinner? Do your laundry? Make you smile? Watch your favourite TV show with you? Tell her a simple and sincere “thank you”.
4.Accept and like my imperfections and embrace yours
No one is perfect. Accept it and where possible, help work on it. If you have corrected her on the little things and she still forgets every now and then, still correct her with love. We are all not perfect and I am sure there are things you do that drive her crazy but she still puts up with it. If you don’t close a cabinet door, or you leave the toothpaste out, or you have a weird freckle on your left knee, those aren't deal breakers. Don’t get too picky, because someone could point out your imperfections just as easily.
5. Someone who is excited to see me and proud to be with me
Introduce her to your friends (when you are ready, of course!) and always let her know that you are happy to see her and be with her. A lot of times most of the complaints we get from ladies is that their guys don’t seem to be proud of them. He finds it hard calling me his girlfriend but would rather introduce me as a friend as he believes people will understand. Now guys please note, that we aren't all stupid as well and we know the difference between a friend and a girlfriend.
6. Someone who is already on their own path (not living in their parent’s basement)
We get life is tough and doesn't always smile with goodies on us all. Sometimes, especially in this economy, we have to compromise regarding our living situations. But honestly, if you aren't on a road to independent living, grown-up style, that is a problem. There’s nothing more annoying than a 30 year old man still living in his parents basement and not bothered about it one bit.
7. Someone who wants a commitment and marriage
If you have commitment issues or are just looking for simple, unattached companionship, make it known early and often. Most girls hate a guy that strings you on. If you are just with her because her body is tailored to your sexual needs, let her know from the beginning. If she is in that adventurous stage in life, she might just take you up on the offer. However, do not lie to her, only to come back and say; "am sorry, just not ready for anything serious" or "i still have unresolved issues from my previous relationship". If you know from start that culture, religion, principles and perception on life differ greatly and there will be no compromise, do not go wasting her time.
8. Someone who compliments me and accepts my compliments
Be confident enough in yourself to welcome compliments, and confident enough to give them.
9. Someone who gives as much to me as I give to them
It is exhausting doing all of the work. Just saying’. It saps you emotionally and mentally. It hurts as hell.
10. Someone who likes simple things—like taking walk after work, cooking together
Ordinary things are just plain awesome sometimes. Spending 20 minutes to walk with your lady and her dog (or just your lady) says more than you realize.
I think guys sometimes over-think what we really want.
Now don’t get us wrong, as a ladies, we are not saying we girls do not have our own problems but if as a guy you can proudly beat your chest and say you have the qualities on this list, you have a lot to be proud of and have a very good chance of getting the girl you are after.
We are not going to lie and say there are no superficial things that may or may not BOOST you (rich, good lover in the sheets, tidies after him, e.t.c.). However, to be real and honest; human beings are INSATIABLE!
Expect and give the basics and you’ll have a more fulfilling relationship. If you find a girl that’s after much more than this, or find that your list is too complicated and detailed, you’re not going to find that long-lasting relationship you’re after.
I know some of you are rolling your eyes already but keep reading. All we want to do is this as a friendly refresher, a reminder that simple and honest is a good thing.
What Every Girl (OK, this Girl) Wants …
1. Someone who genuinely shows an interest in my life, who I was, who I am, and how I became that person as well as is ready to take who I might become.
Most girls love when you; Ask questions! Show an interest! Don’t you really want to know who you are with? I once dated this guy who I believe till today doesn't quite know the spelling of my last name. Girls hate nothing more than a guy (except the guy is only useful for sex) who can’t remember the simple things about them. For example, what course she is studying, what school she went, or little information on her family life. To be honest if you are really interested in that person, no one would have to force you to know the information because you would really want to know. Guys don’t joke with their football and if you think of how impressive it is the amount of information they know about the players they have never met, you are capable of storing more than that information on a girl you really like.
2. Acknowledgement of special occasions e.g. birthdays, Valentine’s Day, Christmas and especially anniversaries.
The truth: Most girls act like they really can’t be bothered with Valentine day but secretly resents you if she ends up being the only one that doesn't have a spectacular story to tell her friends. Special occasions do matter, no matter how small and insignificant you might think it is. This is the point most guys get wrong; for most reasonable girls (please note that I said “REASONABLE”) it’s not the cost of the gift that matters, it’s the thoughtful gesture.
As an example; there was a Valentine’s Day (the best Vals day she's had to date) and her and her partner were both searching for jobs, so money was a tight constraint. She was shocked at the planning he had done with the financial constraint. She got a book from him that told her all about herself from his perspective, in his words. They had a dinner at his, and a movie night in (one she had seen already but that he knew she loved). At the end of the night, the cost for the whole night was not up to £15. We girls just want a proof that you care, that you can still take time out from your busy schedule to make us feel special.
3. Appreciation on ordinary days
A huge minus for most guys as they begin to expect and see the little things we do as normal. A “thank you” goes a long way. Now am not saying we expect this all the time but they come in very handy especially when she worked very hard all day. Did she make you a cake? Dinner? Do your laundry? Make you smile? Watch your favourite TV show with you? Tell her a simple and sincere “thank you”.
4.Accept and like my imperfections and embrace yours
No one is perfect. Accept it and where possible, help work on it. If you have corrected her on the little things and she still forgets every now and then, still correct her with love. We are all not perfect and I am sure there are things you do that drive her crazy but she still puts up with it. If you don’t close a cabinet door, or you leave the toothpaste out, or you have a weird freckle on your left knee, those aren't deal breakers. Don’t get too picky, because someone could point out your imperfections just as easily.
5. Someone who is excited to see me and proud to be with me
Introduce her to your friends (when you are ready, of course!) and always let her know that you are happy to see her and be with her. A lot of times most of the complaints we get from ladies is that their guys don’t seem to be proud of them. He finds it hard calling me his girlfriend but would rather introduce me as a friend as he believes people will understand. Now guys please note, that we aren't all stupid as well and we know the difference between a friend and a girlfriend.
6. Someone who is already on their own path (not living in their parent’s basement)
We get life is tough and doesn't always smile with goodies on us all. Sometimes, especially in this economy, we have to compromise regarding our living situations. But honestly, if you aren't on a road to independent living, grown-up style, that is a problem. There’s nothing more annoying than a 30 year old man still living in his parents basement and not bothered about it one bit.
7. Someone who wants a commitment and marriage
If you have commitment issues or are just looking for simple, unattached companionship, make it known early and often. Most girls hate a guy that strings you on. If you are just with her because her body is tailored to your sexual needs, let her know from the beginning. If she is in that adventurous stage in life, she might just take you up on the offer. However, do not lie to her, only to come back and say; "am sorry, just not ready for anything serious" or "i still have unresolved issues from my previous relationship". If you know from start that culture, religion, principles and perception on life differ greatly and there will be no compromise, do not go wasting her time.
8. Someone who compliments me and accepts my compliments
Be confident enough in yourself to welcome compliments, and confident enough to give them.
9. Someone who gives as much to me as I give to them
It is exhausting doing all of the work. Just saying’. It saps you emotionally and mentally. It hurts as hell.
10. Someone who likes simple things—like taking walk after work, cooking together
Ordinary things are just plain awesome sometimes. Spending 20 minutes to walk with your lady and her dog (or just your lady) says more than you realize.
I think guys sometimes over-think what we really want.
Now don’t get us wrong, as a ladies, we are not saying we girls do not have our own problems but if as a guy you can proudly beat your chest and say you have the qualities on this list, you have a lot to be proud of and have a very good chance of getting the girl you are after.
We are not going to lie and say there are no superficial things that may or may not BOOST you (rich, good lover in the sheets, tidies after him, e.t.c.). However, to be real and honest; human beings are INSATIABLE!
Expect and give the basics and you’ll have a more fulfilling relationship. If you find a girl that’s after much more than this, or find that your list is too complicated and detailed, you’re not going to find that long-lasting relationship you’re after.
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