Cheryl_4AP's Profile

I've been standing while working for 3 weeks now and feel a lot better at the end of the day. My neck, shoulder, wrist, and hand pain have all but disappeared. I started out with a set up similar to Cambria Bold's and found it to be near perfect for me. Creating a more permanent set up cost about $40 at Home Depot. I have more energy at the end of the day, sleep better at night, and noticed a slight weight loss along with slightly increased core strength.

An unexpected call can be nice if it's from someone you really want to talk to. Most of the time I'd rather schedule a time to talk so I can give my full attention to the other person. People who call just to chat are annoying as they generally have little to say. I understand that they may be feeling lonely or just self-important, but I don't often have the time to indulge them.

I love to write and read letters/emails/texts and would prefer communicating that way. In each of those you can keep a permanent record of the conversation and go back to enjoy it over and over again. Unless you record every call, you can't do that with a phone conversation.

@Chronosynclastic: You are right about the neutralizing effect. I use creme' of tartar as a cleaner for my copper cook wear and it works great as a paste in cleaning off metal baking dishes. It seems to work better than baking soda. It does cost more but it cleans better and I use less of it than baking soda.

A Modernist Country Cottage with hints of Craftsman and Victorian frosting.

The real problem with standard desks is they are designed for men of an average height of 5'10". This is really bad for women as most are an average height of 5'4" to 5'6" and have shorter torsos. That is why women suffer more shoulder and neck pain, and carpel tunnel injuries on the job.

I'm going the DIY route to use up a collection of papers and blank journals. A wall calendar just to keep up with the basic (date, appointments); a day planner for more detail as needed and journal; my BB phone for reminders. My life is very simple so I don't have to schedule everything.

My favorite picture is of Gracie's chair. The scratches and dings show that what really matters are the people and pets. That's a real home.

Lowes also carries the Optimus 14" for $59.97 which comes with a free 9" dish heater for personal use. It would come in handy at the office.

I used to travel to the mountains of NC a lot to hike. My favorite place to stay was a small family owned motel. For $25 a night I got a room with a really nice bed and shower. That was all I needed. I've never found a more comfortable place to stay anywhere else.