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Sales of note for 9.19.24
- Nordstrom – Beauty deals through September, and cardmembers earn 3x the points (ends 9/22)
- Ann Taylor – Extra 30% off sale
- Banana Republic Factory – 50% off everything + extra 20% off
- Boden – 15% off new styles
- Eloquii – Extra 50% off sale
- J.Crew – 50% off select styles — and 9/19 only, 50% off the cashmere wrap
- J.Crew Factory – Up to 60% off everything + 50% off sale with code
- Lo & Sons – Warehouse sale, up to 70% off
- M.M.LaFleur – Save 25% sitewide
- Neiman Marcus – Friends & Family 25% off
- Rag & Bone – Friends & Family 25% off sitewide
- Spanx – Lots of workwear on sale, some up to 70% off
- Talbots – Anniversary event, 25% off your entire purchase — Free shipping, no minimum, 9/19 only
- Target – Car-seat trade-in event through 9/28 — bring in an old car seat to get a 20% discount on other baby/toddler stuff.
- Tuckernuck – Friends & Family Sale – get 20%-30% off orders (ends 9/19).
- White House Black Market – 40% off select styles
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ANon
a friend with kids at one of the closed schools in ny told me that school is closed, but they aren’t quarantined so they’ve been out and about…i didn’t say anything, but isn’t the purpose of closing the schools because the students/teachers might have been exposed and by them going out and about you are defeating the purpose of closing them? or am i missing something?
Anonymous
I mean, I’m not in NY, but my kid’s school was just closed for the coronavirus and we are definitely not under a quarantine order. I’m planning on bringing my child to work with me.
Anonymous
You may want to ask your boss about that! Wasn’t there just another poster who got disciplined for bringing her kid in?
Anonymous
Well, I’m a partner at my own law firm, so I’ve asked myself and it’s ok…
anon
I think you just assess each activity for their potential for passing on the infection to a lot of people. 20 kids in a classroom with, lets say, not great hand-washing and hygiene habits are a different risk than a family going out for a walk in the park.
Anonymous
For some of the schools, I know they said that the purpose of having them closed was to allow time for them to have a deep cleaning and disinfecting performed. I think one of them was planning on this taking 2 days and then everyone going back next week, so not a quarantine situation.
Anon
I thought the idea of closing the schools is that it is a place where a lot of people interact, and that coronavirus could easily spread in that type of environment. Not that the students and staff had been exposed. At least that was my understanding of the Seattle situation.
Anon
Outside like in a public park seems very low risk. Viruses don’t live very long in direct sunlight and they won’t have close contact with any people. Something like public transit seems riskier, although I think the point of school closures is to keep everyone in the school from getting sick. It’s not that it’s assumed they’re sick already.
Personally I have a two year old and there’s no way we could stay inside for two straight weeks. If we’re quarantine we will definitely still take walks outside.
Anonymous
If you are quarantined you will stay inside your house!! That is what it means.
These children were not quarantined. Their school was closed. Very different situation.
Anonymous
This. Their school was closed to protect them from being exposed at school.
MagicUnicorn
“Quarantine” doesn’t have solely that one narrow definition that you seem to believe it does.
Anon
If you get an actual quarantine order from the health department, you should follow it instead of assuming that exceptions are okay. I get that it would be rough with a kid, but quarantines will only be effective if people follow them to the letter.
Never too many shoes...
This is my absolute worst fear. My son has autism and I cannot even imagine the outcome of two weeks inside – my house would be destroyed and my mental health would be shattered. I honestly do not think we could do it from a health perspective. So I am hopeful it will not be a thing.
Anonymous
I mean, I assume you can go into your yard (if you have one). But maybe not?
Diana Barry
If they close our schools DH and I will stay home with the kids for the quarantine period (and probably my parents will come to stay with us too for the 2-3 weeks), and none of us will go anywhere, including work or stores or anything. But not for one of the 2-day closures.
Ellen
If there is going to be a quarantine, there can’t be any people going outside. That is b/c the police have extra police powers in the event of a pubic emergency, and this corona virus sounds like it is going to be a mess. Dad thinks I should come home to LI for the duration but I cannot give up my job and all of my cases just b/c of the virus.
Thanks, it has pockets!
Don’t know about schools, but as I’m seeing more and more workplaces close and make everyone WFH for a few weeks, I’m assuming they’re closing to prevent people from congregating in large groups, and I think they’re also hoping to prevent people coming in sick because they feel like they can’t miss out, or that they’re worried about the consequences of missing work (or school) or not putting in enough facetime. Making people stay home from work and school protects people from exposure and prevents sick people from spreading the virus.
That said, I don’t think the point is to make everyone stay home from everything. If my workplace closes, I’m still going to the store as needed and going to the gym as long as they’re open (and take up jogging if the gym closes). I’m only self-quarantining if I’m actually asked to do so.
Anon
No, it’s to keep them from being in such close contact with each other, obviously.
Ellen
The manageing partner says he will be working from home for the next 3 weeks until this Corona Virus blows over. He says that he is concerned b/c Margie is worried that he is taking the LIRR into work and mingeling with a lot of people here, and that he could bring home the virus to their home and their toddler, whos health is always an issue. Margie also cancelled a trip she was going to take with the manageing partner to the Canarie Islands b/c there are rumors that the Virus could spread from other placesAlso, I was sad to hear that Elizabeth Warren left the race, b/c she was a woman, and we need a woman in the race to keep the men from going wild. There were 6 women candidates and now there are none, while there are still 2 men in the race. Dad says this country is not ready for any woman like Warren, but she could still be VP, if Sanders wins. Dad says Sanders would be terrible for the USA, and we would go downhill within 4 years even faster then under the Repubicans. I am sad that Blumberg left the race, even tho he won American Samoa. Dad says he can become President there if he wants.
Anon
Thanks to those who commented yesterday on whether to WFH when you have a high-risk condition. I requested an accommodation to do so today (and got confirmation from my doctor that he will write a note if needed). Not sure what to do if they say no, but hopefully that won’t come to pass – idk if that would be an ADA violation?
Anon
I think you may be better off taking it one step at a time. First step is wait for a response from your employer.
Anon
Sure, but I don’t want to be caught totally off-guard when I get a call back from my supervisor. I’m conflict-averse and could see myself agreeing to something that doesn’t work for me just because I was unprepared and/or don’t want to rock the boat further.
Anonymous
Plan not to agree to anything on the spot unless it’s exactly what you asked for. “Hmmm… I’ll check with my doctor and get back to you.”
Anon
Okay, well bringing up ADA accommodations before you even get told no is definitely escalating unnecessarily.
Mono
Has anyone here had mono as an adult? Doctor suspects I might have it, test results are pending. (I don’t have symptoms of COVID-19.) I had mono in college and missed a whole semester – was super sick. The doctor told me that you can get it again, and that it’s usually different when you get it as an adult (I’m hoping he means milder). If tests come back positive for mono I know that I’ll need to rest and refrain from exercise for a while (a month maybe?). Any other management strategies you can recommend? I’m planning to continue working (I’m an attorney) but probably from home for a couple of weeks. I’ll try to minimize stress as much as I can, but of course that’s difficult. Should I tell my work? (They don’t care if I work from home or am in the office, but I may need to have a reduced workload for a few weeks.) I’d be grateful for any advice or recommendations. Were you able to work while fighting mono? How long did it take? Just so so so tired right now and it feels overwhelming.
Anonymous
I had it when I was 27. I definitely did not miss many weeks of work. Maybe a few days? I remember thinking it was strep.
anon
I got it – felt horrible for 4 days or so? Worked from home for 2 weeks? I was 23 at the time, didn’t have it in college though, so maybe not so adult actually.
It was mostly a hilarious joke with everyone in my office. I’d definitely tell work – people have had mono and will be sympathetic.
780
I had it my senior year in college, when I was 21. I was tired and sleep a lot more than normal for like a week, but didn’t miss any classes and continued to do my school work. It just really varies how long it will impact you.
anon
I had it when I was 25. As luck would have it, I started a new job, like, the day before I got diagnosed. I remember staying home from work for about a week and sleeping through most of it. Even after that, it took me several months to truly feel like I’d regained my energy. My immune system was pretty weak for awhile.
pugsnbourbon
My sister got a pretty bad case in her early 20s and her experience was similar to this. I think it really does vary a lot in severity.
anon a mouse
I had it a few years ago in my mid 30s. The fatigue was absolutely crippling. After two days where I nearly fell asleep at my desk (after getting 12 hours sleep the previous nights!) I went to my doctor and tested positive.
I ended up taking, I think, a full week of sick leave to basically sleep. And then I worked from home for another week. It was probably a month before I could stay up past 8 pm and 6 months before I had my full stamina back to exercise. I hope you have an easier bout!
Mono
Thanks everyone! I thought it was strep but tests came back negative, and I’m just so so incredibly tired (but haven’t missed any work yet, I’m just dragging myself through the work day). Really my only symptoms are sore throat and fatigue. Hopefully it’s just going to be this bad for a few weeks.
Amelia pond
I had mono at 26–same as you i thought I had strep and was shocked to learn adults could get mono. I only missed maybe 3 days of work but would leave around 4 nap and then work some more from home (as a new lawyer) for a couple weeks. The sore throat really only lasted a week or so (but that week was bad!) But then it took probably 6 weeks to feel great again. I eased back into exercising after about 3 weeks but mostly because I was going stir crazy just napping all the time
Anon
Take zinc! That helped when I had mono in high school. Man, that disease really knocked me out. I think I missed about 3 weeks of school? It took forever to recover from and I got sick way more frequently for about 5 or 6 years afterwards.
Mallory
I got mono for the first time at 28 – last year. The fatigue was really what took me out of commission, and I stayed home for about a week. However, the worst part was the inflamed tonsils/sore throat. EVERY time I swallowed, not just when eating, it hurt like crazy. But that didn’t last nearly as long as the fatigue. I think you need to be prepared to take some real time off to rest, because I think I may have extended my illness somewhat because I exerted myself too soon. However, everyone’s different! best of luck to you :)
Anonymous
What are 3 pieces you want to add to your spring summer wardrobe? Mine: a lacy floaty white blouse… white jeans… maybe a new maxi dress with slit
anon
This is very specific, but I would like a pair of red chino shorts.
Most of the newer trends aren’t speaking to me at the moment, so we shall see. With the high-waisted cropped pants coming into style, all the proportions of newer items are changing. Unless I’m going to drastically overhaul everything (no thanks), I might be sitting out for a while.
Short(er) Shorts
I think Old Navy Twill shorts are in red this year.
Formerly Lilly
I’ll play!
(1) Long sleeve linen or cotton blouse that looks polished untucked.
(2) White cotton pants that aren’t jeans and aren’t thin material. RIP EF white cotton ankle pants left behind in a Houston hotel room after The Rolling Stones concert last July.
(3) An OAD New York bag in something other than black or other neutral color.
Generally, I am making an effort to expand my warm weather wardrobe palette to include color, preferable medium or bright tones and not the dusky washed out color I see everywhere that when I try them on make me look like I need a blood transfusion. For years I’ve worn black, black, and black, accented with gray and white, mainly in EF on non-court days. I’m 56 and my skin and hair coloring are fading such that Aging Office Goth in Work Pajamas no longer suits me. Visually, anyways. Still suits me just fine for comfort and ease. I’m trying to do the same with some color without it looking like Garanimals.
Vicky Austin
I love this question! Let’s see:
-A cute, possibly flowery jumpsuit that doesn’t look like highwaters on me. (I cannot pull off this cursed cropped-everything trend, I just can’t.)
-A classic shirtdress with eye-catching buttons.
-Work pants I don’t hate. (This is an all-season thing, though, lbr.)
Cara Dune
1. Cute floral romper that shows off my shoulders, preferably pale blue with a medium to large white and pale pink floral print. I looked last year and could not find one that was just right. This item is for the imaginary life in which I spend the entire summer dining on patios, hosting barbecues, attending outdoor concerts, hanging out at wineries, etc., all without being attacked by mosquitoes.
2. Slightly slouchy 3/4 sleeve cotton pullover sweater in ice blue, pale pink, or light gray to wear to work during transitional weather. I have plenty of summer work clothes but not as much for spring.
3. The perfect graphic tee to wear with last year’s polka dot midi skirt or with jeans and a moto jacket.
Senior Attorney
1. Snakeskin print knife-pleat midi skirt (on its way — hope it works out!)
2. White loafers to replace the ones I loved and wore into the ground a few years ago
3. A cute going-out top of some kind
Thanks, it has pockets!
I’ll be on the lookout for new cardigans that go with my current work and casual wear, and new tops that I can wear with jeans, work pants, or pencil skirts. I feel like I haven’t “invested” a lot in basic tops over the years.
And maybe some leopard print pumps, since old men hate them so much ;-)
Angela
I already did a major spring clothing haul on Nordstrom/LL Bean. Some of my items:
1. light brown ankle booties
2. gray slip-ons
3. white shorts
Anon Lawyer
Has anyone looked for a new job during or shortly after maternity leave? I think it’s the right time to make a change in some ways but is it stupid to start a new job with a young baby that might distract you or keep you from looking like an A+ new employee?
Anonymous
Why your new job gotta know about the baby?
FP
I was recruited for a new job on day 5 back from maternity leave. I was super up front with my new employer and said I had just gotten back and would need to give plenty of notice, etc. In all honesty, it was HARD for the first six months. I knew it was a good long term move for me (went from a high-travel lower-paying job to a low-travel higher-paying job with two toddlers), but the first six months were really rough in terms of being exhausted all the time learning a new environment at work and having a new person to learn at home. My employer was luckily really understanding and I think they got the idea that I would likely be at my worst when they hired me and they were ok with that and had the patience to wait until I got into a groove with everything.
anon
I think it depends on your situation and how urgently you feel the need to change jobs. The first year of motherhood is hard with a serious lack of sleep and unexpected illnesses that crop up and (if you so choose) the need to pump at work, all of which can be exhausting. But some women change jobs and it works out fine.
Anon
I know people who have done it. But I will tell you the worst I’ve ever performed at work in my whole life was the year I had an infant at home. And I had a phenomenal sleeper who was sleeping 10 hours straight at night by the time I went back to work at 12 weeks. But I just didn’t feel like myself mentally or energy wise. It may have been related to breastfeeding, which I know is optional. But for me, I just could not be at my best that year no matter how much I wanted to be, and I was so grateful that I had been at my employer for 5+ years and had built up a great reputation before I had the baby.
Z
Did Warren’s remarks today get anyone else emotional? I high-key got teary eyed when she talked about how the little girls will have to wait 4 more years, and how she wishes her mom and dad were here to see this.
Thanks, it has pockets!
I’ll admit, I could only read so much of it because I did feel myself tearing up. I knew this was coming, I knew her campaign couldn’t trudge on after Super Tuesday, but man, to see her come so far, to see everything she did during this campaign, and to see such a smart, powerful woman from my state come this far, it’s pretty great to see.
Anon
Did Elizabeth Warren stand up for Sarah Palin when news media practically put a spy cam up her uterus? If not, cry me a river.
Anon Lawyer
She was just a law professor then so if she did, nobody would have known about it.
LaurenB
Was Elizabeth Warren on the national scene in 2012 when Sarah Palin was in the VP slot? Uh, no. She was just beginning her own run in Massachusetts, so why would anyone at the national level have been interested in her opinion?
And on a board of professional women, you cannot seriously be defending Sarah Palin.
Angela
Don’t confuse tokenism for actual achievement. Palin and Warren are not the same.
Anniemouse
I had to close my office door to read her email to supporters because I needed to weep.
Changes
I need advice on navigating a career change. I am looking to transition out of academia into data analyst jobs. I currently use a programming language called R for data analysis and I am doing an online course on SQL. Years ago I studied for a higher diploma in Management of Information Systems–I know in the U.S. higher diplomas don’t really exist. Mine is a qualification from a UK institution. I have been thinking of how to mention I have this training in my cover letters — I have found that some of the stuff I learned then has been useful when I started programming again, and now that I’m doing SQL. After I took the course, I ended up going to university, studied for a Chemistry degree and went on to grad school. But now I want a change hence this transition. Ideas on how to frame this for cover letters?
Weinstein
The pessimist in me thinks that Weinstein had a stent put in to get him potentially transferred into a lower security jail or somehow get some kind of special medical privledge. Everytime I see him using a “walker” I just think what a rouse.
Anon
For sure. I also feel like minorities wouldn’t get the same treatment. Like does a black guy who complains of chest pains when he’s in police custody really get immediately transferred to a hospital? I really doubt it.
Anon
Race may have something to do with it, but I bet it’s also because he’s insanely rich and can buy privileges that a common white man wouldn’t be able to.