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Post by dudeabides on Aug 28, 2014 7:39:53 GMT -5
Is it just me, or does it seem like a cone of silence has descended on all of the new/baby judges? The best reading is that they are simply beavering away at their new jobs and haven't had a moment to post (this would seem strange, given their highly proflic postings in the past). Perhaps ODAR has suggested that they should cease and desist posting for a while ("Vee know who you are!). Perhaps it is just the dog days of summer.
To quote Bob Dylan:
i accept chaos. I am not sure whether it accepts me. i know there're some people terrified of the bomb. there are other people terrified t' be seen carrying a modern screen magazine. experience teaches that silence terrifies people the most.
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Post by bartleby on Aug 28, 2014 7:49:32 GMT -5
People come here to get what they need. Most move on after they have the robe. They care very little about those left in the dust. You will hear from a few, but very few. I beleive Funky will be back after a while. They are very busy right now. They have hearings to observe and VOD's on everything under the sun. they are trying to get adjusted to a new location/staff/job. To some it is going to be a big shock. To go into this without any SSA experience and no medical background is overwhelming. Some will be fighting for their lives for the next three years. In the mean time, best of luck to everyone left on the CERT.
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Post by 71stretch on Aug 28, 2014 8:17:38 GMT -5
Is it just me, or does it seem like a cone of silence has descended on all of the new/baby judges? The best reading is that they are simply beavering away at their new jobs and haven't had a moment to post (this would seem strange, given their highly proflic postings in the past). Perhaps ODAR has suggested that they should cease and desist posting for a while ("Vee know who you are!). Perhaps it is just the dog days of summer. To quote Bob Dylan: i accept chaos. I am not sure whether it accepts me. i know there're some people terrified of the bomb. there are other people terrified t' be seen carrying a modern screen magazine. experience teaches that silence terrifies people the most. It doesn't surprise me at all. They are BUSY. Some have moved to new locales, others are close to or at home, but still busier (and more tired) than normal. That, and bartleby is right, good intentions aside, people do not post nearly as much after they get the job.
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Post by zepplin on Aug 28, 2014 9:25:23 GMT -5
...In the mean time, best of luck to everyone left on the CERT. What does it mean to be "left on the cert"? I didn't receive the "rejection" letter (I have received several in certs passed). But, I only had three cities on this cert and one was Mt. Pleasant. Does that mean there remain openings in the other two cities where no hires were made? Why did they not fill them with the others? Curiosity kills.
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Post by 71stretch on Aug 28, 2014 9:39:05 GMT -5
I think he means "left on the register". The cert(s) are done for the first round- they did not hire the 90 they planned. They didn't hire in every city they got a cert for. You may yet get the " sorry not you" email .
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Post by zepplin on Aug 28, 2014 9:53:07 GMT -5
... You may yet get the " sorry not you" email . I will add it to my collection. ; )
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Post by Gram Pop on Aug 28, 2014 11:22:28 GMT -5
I guess it is up to we Scoobi's to carry the ball for now. After all, we have nothing better to do as we wait for the next round. By my calculations, we are rapidly approaching the 18 month anniversary of this process. That brings to mind a statement from our first president:
The marvel of all history is the patience with which men and women submit to burdens unnecessarily laid upon them by their governments.
I think George summed up our position pretty well.
What do you give as a gift for an 18th month anniversary?
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Post by Missundaztood on Aug 28, 2014 11:38:57 GMT -5
I guess it is up to we Scoobi's to carry the ball for now. After all, we have nothing better to do as we wait for the next round. By my calculations, we are rapidly approaching the 18 month anniversary of this process. That brings to mind a statement from our first president: The marvel of all history is the patience with which men and women submit to burdens unnecessarily laid upon them by their governments.I think George summed up our position pretty well. What do you give as a gift for an 18th month anniversary? Tums.
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Post by crab on Aug 28, 2014 13:24:20 GMT -5
Dog days of summer, lull in the hiring process, shell shock, busyness, hair on fire, deer in headlights, school back in session ... unlikely because of an eat my dust disposition. On the upside I was glad to read that the fight for one's life only lasts for three years at ODAR. I'd thrown my hat in for at least a couple decades of misery! Cheers all and have a relaxing weekend. I will be scuttling under a rock soon since I'm most vulnerable at Labor Day festivities.
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Post by Missundaztood on Aug 28, 2014 13:26:05 GMT -5
BTW, I highly recommend the Tums "freshers." More like certs drops than old-school Tums.
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Post by gary on Aug 28, 2014 13:31:50 GMT -5
Maybe the Drink of the Day thread should be supplemented with an Acid Reliever of the Day thread.
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Post by Missundaztood on Aug 28, 2014 13:41:16 GMT -5
Maybe the Drink of the Day thread should be supplemented with an Acid Reliever of the Day thread. Some of the local dining fare for each city of the day likewise requires Tums, or your med of choice.
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Post by moopigsdad on Aug 28, 2014 15:29:19 GMT -5
I believe many of our good posters will be back on the Board in one form or another, but are busy adjusting now to the new routine. Funky, crab, etc. will be posting some interesting tidbits in the future. In the meantime, we have bartleby, privateatty, etc. to keep us going. Just enjoy the quiet time prior to the new cert arriving.
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Post by anotherfed on Aug 28, 2014 17:21:28 GMT -5
I don't believe Certs and Tums are supposed to do the same thing, but both can relieve anxiety...
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Post by Missundaztood on Aug 28, 2014 17:27:06 GMT -5
I don't believe Certs and Tums are supposed to do the same thing, but both can relieve anxiety... Don't you mean an "offer" will relieve anxiety? "Certs" give me anxiety.
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Post by zepplin on Aug 28, 2014 17:40:30 GMT -5
Who else has not received a "no thanks" letter? And if certs are individual by city, and only some received the email, why oh why can't I find love ... in City x, y, or z?
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Post by anotherfed on Aug 28, 2014 18:19:48 GMT -5
Mizz: Touché.
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Post by Missundaztood on Aug 28, 2014 20:18:56 GMT -5
Sorry, 'fed. I clearly need another hobby.
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Post by Deleted on Aug 28, 2014 21:26:31 GMT -5
People come here to get what they need. Most move on after they have the robe. They care very little about those left in the dust. You will hear from a few, but very few. I beleive Funky will be back after a while. They are very busy right now. They have hearings to observe and VOD's on everything under the sun. they are trying to get adjusted to a new location/staff/job. To some it is going to be a big shock. To go into this without any SSA experience and no medical background is overwhelming. Some will be fighting for their lives for the next three years. In the mean time, best of luck to everyone left on the CERT. Bartleby,
It is tough the first week as you are worn out each day. As a NODAR (I like that term), it wears you out after being in private practice for 14 years. VOD's are not that bad, I play them over and over as I do other things. I love this office, Tupelo, everybody seems real nice and helpful. The Judges are GREAT, every one of them (I haven't met one Judge yet, but she sounds nice), friendly and extremely helpful! The HOCALJ is a great guy, not brown nosing as it's not in my nature, he's just a level headed great dude.
I will always be on this board (unless I get banned by ALJD!) to give my opinion about certain issues and to stand up for ALL VETS AND OUTSIDERS!! And Funky will be here too, as will so many others, but yes, right now I feel busier than a one legged man in an arse kicking contest!!!
I know Funky is real busy as we spoke tonight on the phone. I think once we all get to Falls Church, we will have a lot more time to contribute to the board again.
In my new office, I am worn out by 6:00 PM as I sign out, but I'm loving the experience and I look forward to the next 30 years. (MPG, I'm 53, so I have 20 to 30 years as an ALJ in me, but I liked the comment on the other thread).
Looking forward to Falls Church and Funky says he has the first round!!!!
Tigerlaw
P.S. As far as "Some will be fighting for their lives for the next three years", the next three years will be the easiest for me, it's all a long uphill learning curve of which I will climb. ODAR might be some things, but a war zone it is not! (Having served in a war zone, I feel confident that I know the difference!). IMHO
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Post by dudeabides on Aug 29, 2014 6:20:09 GMT -5
Tigerlaw: Thanks for the first post by a NODAR! Good to know that all of you have not been lost into the Gulag. Enjoy every moment & stay thirsty my friend.
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