tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post543830697426663250..comments2023-05-30T09:44:03.923-04:00Comments on A Cracked Bat: Baseball Cards and a Hot Dog: DUPE, DUMP OR DWINDLE: Round Three - Jeff Bagwellacrackedbathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05056658025780679689noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-19547907645386203262018-10-01T14:44:57.103-04:002018-10-01T14:44:57.103-04:00ok - it's been long enough! results coming in ...ok - it's been long enough! results coming in a couple of days!acrackedbathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05056658025780679689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-35268066544652160282018-07-29T20:39:36.995-04:002018-07-29T20:39:36.995-04:00Thanks for your patience out there. This one is a ...Thanks for your patience out there. This one is a wrap. Results posted soon.acrackedbathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05056658025780679689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-4974934214117649492018-07-29T20:38:59.293-04:002018-07-29T20:38:59.293-04:00baseball with some oldies in the background, I'...baseball with some oldies in the background, I've sorted cards many an afternoon this way. when i moved, I took a six weeks leave of absence. It has worked against me. After nearly 27 years of responsible adult behavior, I thoroughly enjoyed the time off. I'm ready for another long, long vacation. How have spent these past 14 years Fred? Congrats on your retirement!!acrackedbathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05056658025780679689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-1580720436305724542018-07-29T20:34:47.414-04:002018-07-29T20:34:47.414-04:00the nerd in you recognizes the nerd in me. thank y...the nerd in you recognizes the nerd in me. thank you for getting that!acrackedbathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05056658025780679689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-40004997823920398662018-07-29T20:32:11.186-04:002018-07-29T20:32:11.186-04:00Wow Jon - thank you! That's super kind! I lo...Wow Jon - thank you! That's super kind! I love to read, write, sort cards and am overall great at organization...and long lunches followed with equally long naps. I may have the smallest of challenges finding a job fitting this description but it would be spot on blissful if I did. acrackedbathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05056658025780679689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-69022001554161511752018-07-29T20:28:46.769-04:002018-07-29T20:28:46.769-04:00Bermanian. What a great word! Thanks for the kind ...Bermanian. What a great word! Thanks for the kind words - and for reading!acrackedbathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05056658025780679689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-6807271124363869652018-07-29T20:26:56.436-04:002018-07-29T20:26:56.436-04:00Your contributions and talents are appreciated! Th...Your contributions and talents are appreciated! Thanks for the encouragement!acrackedbathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05056658025780679689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-40437994612126974242018-07-22T13:51:52.343-04:002018-07-22T13:51:52.343-04:00Interesting post. I hope your work issues improve....Interesting post. I hope your work issues improve. I retired 14 years ago, yet it seems like yesterday when I think about some of the people I worked for that were micro managers. Very frustrating.<br />I also agree on Chris Berman. Although lately I find many of the "Talking Heads" are very annoying. The mute button on my remote will not work anymore due to overuse. I have to reduce the volume. On occasion I have watched baseball games and did not hear a thing. Very enjoyable.Fred Pikehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06323393660714056569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-73592308517174600342018-07-22T02:20:32.673-04:002018-07-22T02:20:32.673-04:00I share your frustration (when the most basic hobb...I share your frustration (when the most basic hobby things seem to happen in slow motion, taking forever to get to). <br /><br />We bloggers want to write and there were times when it's frustrating not having that time. At some point I let go. That way it doesn't eliminate the lack of writing therapy it's still there waiting for you when you're able. But it takes a certain kind of pressure off. Being absent is just fine - you're on the feeds and we'll be reading you. Just hope you get to a good place with work.<br /><br />Let's end with a nerdy Yoda quote, which I don't know how well it applies for you, but seems like it might... Already know you that which you needSteve at 1975BaseballCards.comhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08091628519330650525noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-4897963803645597072018-07-12T20:56:14.260-04:002018-07-12T20:56:14.260-04:00It sounds like it might be time to see what else i...It sounds like it might be time to see what else is out there. I can't imagine that someone who's as smart and personable as you are, would have too much difficulty finding another job, no matter what age you are.Jonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13043468725408104535noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-11088047735977935662018-07-12T13:12:16.311-04:002018-07-12T13:12:16.311-04:00Going to go with DUPE for Bagwell. Can't be D...Going to go with DUPE for Bagwell. Can't be Dump or Dwindle because of your drunk-defying grand slam memory, your hate on his Bermanian nickname, and his HOF credentials. I somehow missed on the Chipper round, but I would have gotten it wrong anyway.<br /><br />Hope you can find a solution to your workplace issues!Jafroniushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08946965301520580238noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-57273309403905906862018-07-12T12:26:31.263-04:002018-07-12T12:26:31.263-04:00Oh drag. It sucks when a good working environment ...Oh drag. It sucks when a good working environment goes south. I'm glad you've got an outlet and I'm happy to be part of a community that so many people rely on for sanity.Nick Vossbrinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04162939001181537887noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-45161725601011188902018-07-12T09:25:42.138-04:002018-07-12T09:25:42.138-04:00Thanks Fuji! I'm counting on you to find out. ...Thanks Fuji! I'm counting on you to find out. ;)acrackedbathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05056658025780679689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-68816904777325548672018-07-11T23:31:07.615-04:002018-07-11T23:31:07.615-04:00Oh no... I'm not a big fan of micro-management...Oh no... I'm not a big fan of micro-management. I can see why people are leaving. Outside of working in a few card shops, scooping ice cream, and working in a photo development store... I haven't had a lot of experience in the world of business. 90% of my work experience has taken place in a classroom. I've been lucky to have some amazing principals who have let their teachers do their thing as long as they're productive. However I've had friends who work for micro-managers and it doesn't sound fun.<br /><br />If I discover a way to get paid while sorting cards... you'll be the first person I'll contact. In the meantime... hang in there.Fujihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00749100861086458307noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-38147682198503059032018-07-11T17:28:43.524-04:002018-07-11T17:28:43.524-04:00Ok Trevor! Thanks for joining the fun! Your respon...Ok Trevor! Thanks for joining the fun! Your response is noted.acrackedbathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05056658025780679689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-50776655758091578442018-07-11T17:28:04.727-04:002018-07-11T17:28:04.727-04:00You are a treat Gavin. Just don't tell your wi...You are a treat Gavin. Just don't tell your wife I said so. ;) I should join the brew club. Perhaps increasing my tolerance for darker beers and IPAs might do the trick. acrackedbathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05056658025780679689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-88575957278942491712018-07-11T17:26:03.745-04:002018-07-11T17:26:03.745-04:00Bags gave me some good memories but fickleness cou...Bags gave me some good memories but fickleness could prevail. I’m an unpredictable woman. acrackedbathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05056658025780679689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-43491383715316870932018-07-11T17:19:50.337-04:002018-07-11T17:19:50.337-04:00I like your reasoning here! Abandonment seems unli...I like your reasoning here! Abandonment seems unlikely but then you never know with me. Raz, I hope you are able to buy that farm! I do not miss living in the city, not one iota! I don’t mind the 8-10 mile trek to the nearest shopping area. There are acres between neighbors out here and the stars...worth it!! The drive had been tolerable until a month or so ago. I listen to upbeat music during my commute, avoiding news radio unless the traffic requires me to check in locally. Thanks for sharing!acrackedbathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05056658025780679689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-62047183027226275982018-07-11T17:10:34.132-04:002018-07-11T17:10:34.132-04:00Well John, that’s an absolutely fair question!Well John, that’s an absolutely fair question!acrackedbathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05056658025780679689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-87447849466449152722018-07-11T17:09:49.574-04:002018-07-11T17:09:49.574-04:00Matt, thank you for the good advice and for taking...Matt, thank you for the good advice and for taking time to comment. I respect your decision to step away for however long necessary. Being anti-routine sounds rebellious. I like it! I sit in front of three screens most of the day. Leaving this job would allow me to plan those fun things! I am looking for clarity, updating my resume and hoping for Guidance to lend a hand. Being in the right place in the perfect moment has led me to the path I now travel. acrackedbathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05056658025780679689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-16135077160954825352018-07-11T17:01:06.346-04:002018-07-11T17:01:06.346-04:00I do realize I’m not alone dealing with work-relat...I do realize I’m not alone dealing with work-related stress. For me, it’s a combinations of many things. I tolerated the commute because my manager was a joy to work for. The firm is changing their focus preferring micro-management and heavier work-load with less staffing while touting a People First Core Value. People are leaving the firm right and left. You are correct in saying our hobby is a great form of therapy. I could sort cards all day long. If I could work out a way to be paid by the card, why that would be Nirvana!!! The only stress I ever feel is from the inability to quickly share the great trades I’ve made. acrackedbathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05056658025780679689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-76493301263780520012018-07-11T16:24:37.104-04:002018-07-11T16:24:37.104-04:00I can understand not wanting any Astros in your co...I can understand not wanting any Astros in your collection Tom! Thanks for the encouragement. Yes, I did try audio books. I found them too soothing. I was falling asleep at the wheel. For me, it was akin to having someone read to me at bedtime!acrackedbathttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05056658025780679689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-56573613474305707442018-07-11T15:36:16.755-04:002018-07-11T15:36:16.755-04:00I passed on the first two rounds, but I'll go ...I passed on the first two rounds, but I'll go in for Bags. I'll guess DWINDLE.Trevor Phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09207010676916110937noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-62399973414327283402018-07-11T14:38:43.715-04:002018-07-11T14:38:43.715-04:00I'll go with DWINDLE.
Sucks about the rough da...I'll go with DWINDLE.<br />Sucks about the rough days at work. Always a treat when you're able to get a post out, so hopefully you're still able to find the time/passion for it.defgavhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15338984361942309651noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8989790787001049208.post-59764828573970525242018-07-11T14:09:30.768-04:002018-07-11T14:09:30.768-04:00I'm going to guess DUPE. Why would anyone have...I'm going to guess DUPE. Why would anyone have a dwindling amount of Bagwells, and additionally, there's no reason to dump Bags, he's a HOFer! The Dimwithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06525916638277895973noreply@blogger.com