Tuesday, July 14, 2015
Saturday, July 11, 2015
Walmart Receipt Checks
Lately Walmart her in Redding has been enforcing a receipt check upon exiting the building. It happened suddenly last month and I was stopped out of nowhere (take into consideration that I had nothing out of my bags) and asked to see my receipt. I asked why. They said that it was policy. I agreed and went to sit on the benches by the door waiting for my parents to be done. I sat there for a good 20 minutes watching the checker and the security guard they'd hired stop women but let men pass without even a word... My mother came out and sat with me. I told her what had been happening and she watched with me. The same thing happened for another 10 minutes until my dad came out. He was the only one at the time. He came out with milk and a 12 pack of soda out of bags and no one said a thing to him. My mother and I told him what had happened and we all kind of brushed it off.
A few days later I had to make a stop to the same store before going to work. I bought a simple salad and soda for my lunch that day. They demanded my receipt again... At that point I resolved to not let them see my receipt again.
About two days later, I went with my parents to do a bit more shopping. I left with my mom. I had a bag of cat litter and a 24 pack of soda out of the bags. I walked out and was quickly stopped by one of the security guards. He demanded to see my receipt. I asked him if he thought I was stealing. He said "No". I smiled and said "Then I'm sorry I'm going to decline."
He then put his hand on my cart and said it is store policy and I have to show him because I have cat litter (he slapped the bag) and soda (again smacked the box) out of bags (pulled open one of my bags). I told him that I did not have to and started walking. He yelled after me that he "reserved the right to refuse me service next time" (For clarification the security guard was hired from a company
At this point my father had joined us and passed him and the other checker with milk, soda, and several other things out of bags. My mother heard this and turned to my father. She told him what he'd said and my father went back to the security guard and proceeded to put him in his place. We demanded to see a manager.... they sent out a girl that looked younger than I am. She explained that it was store policy. I told her that I didn't appreciate being made to feel like a thief when I shop there more than once a week. She assured me that she would bring it up to the other managers.
One good thing came out of this. The security guards are no longer at the front since I complained.
After this incident I decided to do some research. It turns out that not only is Walmart doing this...So are places like Target, Costco, Sam's Club and other stores... My question is, why do we put up with it? They have no legal basis to look at our receipts. These stores have cameras all over the place. It's the same as having someone walk behind you watching everything you touch or put in your cart. Below I have posted a couple links that may be of interest to you if you've had similar problems.
The Legality
http://sacramentopress.com
A few days later I had to make a stop to the same store before going to work. I bought a simple salad and soda for my lunch that day. They demanded my receipt again... At that point I resolved to not let them see my receipt again.
About two days later, I went with my parents to do a bit more shopping. I left with my mom. I had a bag of cat litter and a 24 pack of soda out of the bags. I walked out and was quickly stopped by one of the security guards. He demanded to see my receipt. I asked him if he thought I was stealing. He said "No". I smiled and said "Then I'm sorry I'm going to decline."
He then put his hand on my cart and said it is store policy and I have to show him because I have cat litter (he slapped the bag) and soda (again smacked the box) out of bags (pulled open one of my bags). I told him that I did not have to and started walking. He yelled after me that he "reserved the right to refuse me service next time" (For clarification the security guard was hired from a company
At this point my father had joined us and passed him and the other checker with milk, soda, and several other things out of bags. My mother heard this and turned to my father. She told him what he'd said and my father went back to the security guard and proceeded to put him in his place. We demanded to see a manager.... they sent out a girl that looked younger than I am. She explained that it was store policy. I told her that I didn't appreciate being made to feel like a thief when I shop there more than once a week. She assured me that she would bring it up to the other managers.
One good thing came out of this. The security guards are no longer at the front since I complained.
After this incident I decided to do some research. It turns out that not only is Walmart doing this...So are places like Target, Costco, Sam's Club and other stores... My question is, why do we put up with it? They have no legal basis to look at our receipts. These stores have cameras all over the place. It's the same as having someone walk behind you watching everything you touch or put in your cart. Below I have posted a couple links that may be of interest to you if you've had similar problems.
The Legality
http://sacramentopress.com
Thursday, June 11, 2015
The Bullet Journal System
The Bullet Journal System is a way to keep yourself organized. You can keep your to do list, events, notes and much more in it. It's completely customizable. It was created by a man named Ryder Carroll. I've been using it for about a week now. I have two separate ones. I have one for work and one for personal things. I thought I'd share this little system with those of you who don't fit into the calendars and pre-made things like I do.
Saturday, June 6, 2015
An Open Letter From "The Cow"
Hello-
I'm the girl from Walmart yesterday that was looking at the salad dressing when you and your boyfriend walked past me wearing "Bethel" tee shirts. You looked at me and giggled. "Look at the cow." Since I was the only other person in the isle and there were no cows on any packaging near me I assume you were talking about me.
I also assume you know that Bethel is supposed to be a Christian church. How you behaved was why people look so poorly on us Christians. You, Miss, are a fraud. You cannot walk around proclaiming to be a follower of Christ and be a hateful, spiteful, person like that.
You have no idea the struggles I have been through in my life and what has led me to be this weight. You don't know how HARD I am trying to lose this weight with little success or what medical conditions I have that complicate my weight loss.
What you said literally made me sick and not want to eat anything for the rest of the day. The only reason I did is because my mother convinced me that you are nothing more than a bully. If I were a younger girl you could have very well started me on a road to anorexia with that single comment. I urge you to watch what you say. Your words can hurt.
Thursday, May 28, 2015
Kittens 3 Week Update!
That's right! The kittens are 3 weeks old and are SO big. The are so sweet and their personalities are shining through already. I made a little video of them playing and introduced them all. I also have a few pictures here so enjoy!
Monday, May 11, 2015
May 2015 Mental Health Monday (Stress)
Everyone experiences stress. Since the day you are born to the day you pass you have stress in your life. Some days it is more pronounced than others but it is always there. Stress is what gets us out of bed, pushes us to do better at work, and live in general. It is your fight or flight response. It is also
what makes us freak out, feel sick, or generally unwell. Stress can push you onward or literally kill you.
When stress is too bad It can affect all parts of your life. It can affect your memory, eating habits, sex drive, bowel movements, temper, sleep habits, and much more. The good thing is there are several ways to combat this little monster.
HelpGuide.Org
The American Institute of Stress
what makes us freak out, feel sick, or generally unwell. Stress can push you onward or literally kill you.
When stress is too bad It can affect all parts of your life. It can affect your memory, eating habits, sex drive, bowel movements, temper, sleep habits, and much more. The good thing is there are several ways to combat this little monster.
- Exercise is a great and free way to beat this bugger. Go take a walk, play with your dog, dance to your favorite songs. It releases endorphins that will lift your spirit.
- Eat healthy foods. You've heard the saying "You are what you eat". Well it's especially true here. If you eat healthy food you are better prepared to deal with the stress.
- Have a good support system. Having friends and family there to help you when you need them or just to listen to you vent is a HUGE help. It can make the difference between breaking down and breaking through.
- Get some sleep. This one is a bit harder. When you are stressed you may have a hard time sleeping but it's important to get your rest. try having some decaffeinated Camille tea before bed.
Stress is an every day thing but it doesn't have to rule your life. Just be smart about it and stay healthy.
HelpGuide.Org
The American Institute of Stress
Tuesday, May 5, 2015
The Force Was With Us
So Yesterday was a big day for me. Yes, I know I missed Mental Health Monday but I'll make it up this week. I would have done it yesterday but there were two big events. I started my new job and we had five new additions to our family.
Late last month I was hired on as an Extra Help Office Assistant at the Health and Human Services Association, also known as Social Services. Yesterday was my first day and it was a bit nerve wrecking. I'm always nervous when I start a new job or go into a new situation. It's my anxiety kicking in. Anyway, I had a great day and am getting settled in quickly. Hopefully I will be switched to full time within a few months. Fingers crossed...
At about 6:30 last night Lilly's water broke while I was holding her. I took her into my room and put her in her nest. She ended up not wanting to give birth in there so we set towels out and Lilly settled in between my legs. She wanted all her people around her and would go out into the living room to get my mom and dad. Around 10 She still hadn't given birth so we moved her out into the living room where my mom and I stayed until she decided to pop. After kitten number five we ended up getting some sleep. Mom went back to bed and I stayed in the living room with the cats.
This was the first time I had ever seen any living thing being born. It was an amazing and indescribable experience. I'm so glad that I was able to be there for my Lilly while she was going through her tough time. The kittens are so cute too.
Late last month I was hired on as an Extra Help Office Assistant at the Health and Human Services Association, also known as Social Services. Yesterday was my first day and it was a bit nerve wrecking. I'm always nervous when I start a new job or go into a new situation. It's my anxiety kicking in. Anyway, I had a great day and am getting settled in quickly. Hopefully I will be switched to full time within a few months. Fingers crossed...
At about 6:30 last night Lilly's water broke while I was holding her. I took her into my room and put her in her nest. She ended up not wanting to give birth in there so we set towels out and Lilly settled in between my legs. She wanted all her people around her and would go out into the living room to get my mom and dad. Around 10 She still hadn't given birth so we moved her out into the living room where my mom and I stayed until she decided to pop. After kitten number five we ended up getting some sleep. Mom went back to bed and I stayed in the living room with the cats.
This was the first time I had ever seen any living thing being born. It was an amazing and indescribable experience. I'm so glad that I was able to be there for my Lilly while she was going through her tough time. The kittens are so cute too.
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