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In the past, I’ve always used a cleaner that I found on my own and tipped accordingly today, I’m using a service for the first time. They brought 3 women to do the deep clean-one of whom is the owner. Todays cleaning will be expensive …no prob Moving forward, , 2 women will...
Curious if anyone knows local people affected by the big tech layoffs. Wondering how much this is going to shake up the local economy. Also, what is the best resource for unemployment benefits if you have severance? Hasn't happened to me yet but I am definitely vulnerable unfortunately so would rath...
I’m in my kid 40s and haven’t worked out since 2019. I’m not overweight, just woefully out of shape. I’m winded walking up the stairs. I used to enjoy group classes but would be intimidated now. I also don’t like running or treadmills. I know myself and need to have a trainer of instructor to hold m...
Wondering if anyone can share a concierge medicine program that they have been happy with in the city. On the other hand, if anyone has not felt it to be worth it I would appreciate that too! After a few disappointing/possibly life-endangering (not for Covid reasons) experiences, I am thin...
the field of education is very focused on trauma informed practices which they should be. The experts in this field strongly feel children who are victims of trauma should not be placed in special education classrooms or even receive special education services as they don’t have a disab...
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