too nice? how can that be?

The saga of the floor continues....

I have been told that I am too nice in dealing with this issue, but I am terrified that if I let me inner b.... out they will replace the flooring and do a job that is worse than the current condition of the floor. Several people have told me to get "stronger" language... a few have encouraged me to threaten.

Today I sent the following:

Good Morning,

Another week has passed and I am wondering what is happening.  I know that you said that the order has been placed and material is not yet in hand, is there a time line for receipt of the material as yet?

I am aware that I am asking the same question frequently but as I am in the dark as to how this is truly moving forward asking is my only means of getting information.

 

Is there any further information to share today?

Thank you

tell me, is this wimpy or wussy?

Tomorrow's e-mail, if no response from today's follows:

Good Morning,

I received the following e-mail from you on September 19th:

Yes, actually. We’ve located the material in Missouri, we’ve put in the order, but the material is not yet in-hand, and I didn’t want to give you half a story.  As soon as I know more, I’ll be in touch.

It is now six days and two requests for information later and I have no further information.  Was the order placed?  Please name the source, and please, give me the purchase order number, and the shipping number as well.  

I look forward to this information and expect an answer by the close of business today, September 26, 2013. 

Shari Wolf

I don't like this one bit... but I guess it is time???

9/11

I share my birthday with a day of solemn remembrance...

When I was in school I disliked a September birthday because it came so quickly at the outset of the school year.  As I got a bit older I began to love having a September birthday as it signaled the beginning of a new school year and the new year in the Jewish religion- a time to "begin again."

Then came 2001, a group of individuals hijacked my birthday- along with the lives of so many families and the American people.  For the first five or six years I spent my birthday with the families that attended the World Trade Center Children and Families program where I volunteered and then worked.  It was a humbling experience and I spent many of those days in tears and laughter- hearing stories of the men and women who were taken too soon from their loved ones, learning about strength form those who possessed so much of it, and learning about my own strength and fortitude.

The program then moved into a new phase and there was no longer a need for me to be there on that day as everyone began to make new rituals that helped them to move forward. I however was stuck with a day that I did not want to use in celebratory manner- my new ritual has not yet been created- I haven;t figured out exactly how I want to mark the day.  I know that I own the day, as we all own our birthdays, but I want to find a way to celebrate it in a way that feels respectful to the horror that was 9/11/2001.

When I figure that out I will let you know.

for now- I have celebrated the occasion on different dates, felt bewildered and at times very angry that I cannot have my day back!

I don't know...

Good Morning.

It is the last day of the "old" year, and the beginning of the new on for those of us who are of the Jewish persuasion.

I have many hopes for the new year, some of them are little and inconsequential, some of them are large and lofty.

For my family members...
I wish happiness and health-... Mom, I wish that your pain would be GONE. You are such an amazing lady, I am proud to call you Mom, thank you for your support, I wish you continued health. For my sister, brother-in-law and nephew, I wish a wonderful year filed with lots of joy and many firsts.. Sam I hope to get to hear/see the band in person this season.  Rebecca and Andy- thank you for all you do, and for your support during the past year of Sandy turmoil.

For my new friends...
I wish all of us peace and continued energy in the efforts we put forth to help others.. work hard and play hard, hug a little, cry a bit and keep on keeping on... what we are doing is sooo important.

I just read a blog that someone wrote about "Sandy school"  it was amazing- she put the storm into the eyes of a  new kindergarten student, and it really touched home for me...I am learning so much about myself from the experiences of the past ten months.. some of it I like, some not so much... but I am learning and I hope to grow with the knowledge that I acquire each day. I hope that we never have to experience anything like this storm again, the lessons learned have been incredible and have been written in indelible ink, many of them I wish I never had to learn, but I will hold onto the new knowledge and use it as I soldier on in my life.

L'Shana Tova...

Labor Day...

Awake this morning and a bit disappointed that the sun is hiding behind a thick bank of clouds.. all weekend the forecast was for rain, last night was the only rain that fell, the weather has not stopped the labor day weekend celebrations and the work of helping. Friday afternoon a group from friends went to california Pizza kitchen and had a wonderful time helping to raise some money and LAUGH alot. Friday night Jones' Beach band shell final concert of the summer featured a Billy Joel Tribute band that was absolutely awesome. Saturday two groups from friends of Freeport were out- one bunch finished up the work at Franks house and another group got the job done for another homeowner in Baldwin. Sunday was a birthday barbecue, lots of fun and great food and laughter, then a bit of time out on the mile- kind of quiet there, but a great time.
Today I am heading out with friends to do some painting..

This summer has been full...

looking forward to what the next weeks will hold.....