Reflections of My Life

I found out the reason our manager quit is because she had a big blow out argument with her boss. Our district manager. The manager wanted to buy new video cameras and update the system for better security. The district manager told her to stop thinking of the building as a residence and start thinking of it as a business. For making money. So she quit because she said she cannot work like that. That means they will not pay for repairs unless forced to. And nothing to make it more like a home. The district manager said we do not need security cameras. Until now we had them inside the building but I guess they are not working and need to be replaced.

Anyway it is crazy around here now. We (the tenants) own 2 video cameras that are in the 2 apartments and look out at the backyard and part of the parking lot. Maybe we could put some outside our apartment doors and aim them on the elevator and exit doors. Not sure if she would even let us do that. She is a really mean person.

So I am praying that somehow this gets better. A couple of people have put calls in to HUD representatives to see if there is any help they can give us.

Like I needed any more stress.......
 

katlupe said:
I found out the reason our manager quit is because she had a big blow out argument with her boss. Our district manager. The manager wanted to buy new video cameras and update the system for better security. The district manager told her to stop thinking of the building as a residence and start thinking of it as a business. For making money. So she quit because she said she cannot work like that. That means they will not pay for repairs unless forced to. And nothing to make it more like a home. The district manager said we do not need security cameras. Until now we had them inside the building but I guess they are not working and need to be replaced.

Anyway it is crazy around here now. We (the tenants) own 2 video cameras that are in the 2 apartments and look out at the backyard and part of the parking lot. Maybe we could put some outside our apartment doors and aim them on the elevator and exit doors. Not sure if she would even let us do that. She is a really mean person.

So I am praying that somehow this gets better. A couple of people have put calls in to HUD representatives to see if there is any help they can give us.

Like I needed any more stress.......
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kat,

IMO your best defense is being aware of your surroundings, knowing/communicating with your neighbors, and staying safe in your apartment after dark.

If you feel the need for additional security, would you be able to hook up ring doorbells outside your apartment and your son’s apartment?

They can be a bit pricey but they offer a variety of discounts from time to time.

Good luck!
 
Aunt Bea said:
kat,

IMO your best defense is being aware of your surroundings, knowing/communicating with your neighbors, and staying safe in your apartment after dark.

If you feel the need for additional security, would you be able to hook up ring doorbells outside your apartment and your son’s apartment?

They can be a bit pricey but they offer a variety of discounts from time to time.

Good luck!
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I feel safe myself. I never leave my apartment after dark. Have never seen anyone on my floor that shouldn't be there.

The manager has been upset lately over homeless people who either stay with one or more of other tenants. And the ones who get into the building and sleep in the community room. If they find a way into any building here they will start sleeping in it. The lady who owns the thrift store a few blocks away went out to her shed and found a homeless man living in it. Calling the police does not do much more than making them leave but then have to find another place.

Most of the homeless near us have tattoos, fancy phones and plenty of cigarettes. So must have some form of income. They do not want an apartment because they do not want to pay rent and for utilities. They say they want freedom. That is exactly what they said to one of my friends in the park this summer. Yet they don't have the freedom of a roof over their head and a warm bed that no one can kick them out of.
 
katlupe said:
... The manager has been upset lately over homeless people who either stay with one or more of other tenants. And the ones who get into the building and sleep in the community room.
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I wonder why your district manager isn't enforcing the rules --that all tenants be registered tenants, and that rule-breaking tenants can be evicted?
I think he just needs the advice of an attorney. The problem has an easy fix.

EDIT: Maybe.
 
The district manager will not help us. She is a real mean person and I feel like she hates us. She said they are absolutely not replacing the video cameras. One of the guys is going to talk to someone at HUD and see if they can help us. After all, Bryten has to follow HUD's regulations. She is not the owner, just a district manager.

The problem with the homeless people that stay with tenants, is the tenant is allowed to have overnight visitors. Up to 14 days at a time. Then they can leave and come back again.

I just cannot imagine living like that. I would never have overnight visitors. An hour is long enough.
 
Plus homeless people from shelters often carry bedbugs. They do around here anyway.

She may be able to do something through HUD to get you guys the help you need and the home life you desire for your complex community.
 
katlupe said:
Spent the day in the country with Sonny. It was breezy and sunny. Left early this morning and just got home about an hour ago. Tired now.
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It sounds like a wonderful change of pace.🤩👍:)
Especially with all of those building situations there around you.

I'm very glad to hear that you got some hours away, and fresh air, and different scenery.
So healthy and refreshing for the mind, even if all was calm and wonderful at your building. :sneaky:
 
Today I am cleaning the handles on my dresser. Sonny removed them from the dresser for me yesterday. Then I will clean the outside of the dresser. Maybe tomorrow I will empty the drawers and take them out of the dresser so I can move the dresser to vacuum under it. I have never moved it so have to do this. Very heavy with the drawers in it.

I am making more keto replacement shakes to put in the freezer for keto ice cream. Even when it is cold I love my ice cream! Then going to start winterizing my windows and cover the air conditioner. I hate doing that because the black out curtains will make it dark in here but when it gets really cold I will need them. I might wait and put them up last and not until it starts getting colder.

I have a grocery order coming for my son this morning, 11-1. So have to watch for that.
 
katlupe said:
Today I am cleaning the handles on my dresser. Sonny removed them from the dresser for me yesterday. Then I will clean the outside of the dresser. Maybe tomorrow I will empty the drawers and take them out of the dresser so I can move the dresser to vacuum under it. I have never moved it so have to do this. Very heavy with the drawers in it.

I am making more keto replacement shakes to put in the freezer for keto ice cream. Even when it is cold I love my ice cream! Then going to start winterizing my windows and cover the air conditioner. I hate doing that because the black out curtains will make it dark in here but when it gets really cold I will need them. I might wait and put them up last and not until it starts getting colder.

I have a grocery order coming for my son this morning, 11-1. So have to watch for that.
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Busy day for you Kat, be careful moving stuff and enjoy your ice cream!
 
katlupe said:
Today I am cleaning the handles on my dresser. Sonny removed them from the dresser for me yesterday. Then I will clean the outside of the dresser. Maybe tomorrow I will empty the drawers and take them out of the dresser so I can move the dresser to vacuum under it. I have never moved it so have to do this. Very heavy with the drawers in it.

I am making more keto replacement shakes to put in the freezer for keto ice cream. Even when it is cold I love my ice cream! Then going to start winterizing my windows and cover the air conditioner. I hate doing that because the black out curtains will make it dark in here but when it gets really cold I will need them. I might wait and put them up last and not until it starts getting colder.

I have a grocery order coming for my son this morning, 11-1. So have to watch for that.
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I have really been enjoying the Oikos Salted Caramel Zero yogurt with Hershey's Zero syrup, Redi Whip Keto, and some walnuts. Great Sunday, no sugar.
 
gruntlabor said:
When lifting, keep your spine straight, head up, squat and lift with your knees. To turn, turn your feet first.
Sorry, I bet I'm preaching to the choir.
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How do i turn my feet first,
when I've already lifted the piano? :unsure:

I thought i was following you, but I'm afraid I might have missed a few choir practices. ☺️

P.s.Do take care with that dresser, Kat!
 
katlupe said:
Today I am cleaning the handles on my dresser. Sonny removed them from the dresser for me yesterday. Then I will clean the outside of the dresser. Maybe tomorrow I will empty the drawers and take them out of the dresser so I can move the dresser to vacuum under it. I have never moved it so have to do this. Very heavy with the drawers in it.

I am making more keto replacement shakes to put in the freezer for keto ice cream. Even when it is cold I love my ice cream! Then going to start winterizing my windows and cover the air conditioner. I hate doing that because the black out curtains will make it dark in here but when it gets really cold I will need them. I might wait and put them up last and not until it starts getting colder.

I have a grocery order coming for my son this morning, 11-1. So have to watch for that.
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kat,

Take out the bottom drawer, you may get lucky and find that the dresser bottom is open to the floor so you can vacuum without moving it.

Otherwise, wait for your son to move the dresser long enough for you to vacuum under it.
 
Kaila said:
How do i turn my feet first,
when I've already lifted the piano? :unsure:

I thought i was following you, but I'm afraid I might have missed a few choir practices. ☺️

P.s.Do take care with that dresser, Kat!
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To turn with the piano, you have to twist or turn your back. To avoid that, to keep your spine dead straight, you first turn your feet
 

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