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Hazel Quinn: The new Indy film's not out here yet..doh!Your dad's looking very handsome in his uniform.
AdamFan: Happy Easter Francine
Cowgirljones: Hope you get to feeling better soon.
Camera_chic: I like the new picture, Francine. That looks really sweet.
ALC: Happy New Year, Francine!!!! :)
GK: happy new year..care to exchange link?if so let me know so I can add your link to my blog.
Afton: Hey, AD...just poppin' by to see how you were.
cowgirljones: Hey, AD, your new office decor sounds a lot like our nursery. Yay for having a bunch of bonanza stuff. LOL
Camera Chic: Happy Easter, Francine!
indyanna130: Happy Easter!
Rachel: Hey! Congrats on the new car! Happy driving!!
Moonie: Was out blog-hopping and landed in your neck of the woods. Nice place you have here. Will visit again soon. Wishing you a spiffy Tuesday!
Sulome': Hi, Nice blog. Hope you're having a great day. Kindest Regards, Sulome'
Sharon: Hi just blogging by..... Have a great day!!
Camera Chic: Happy Valentine's Day, Francine!!
Elizabeth: Hi Francine! Thanks for the invite to BW. It's been a while since I've been there, but I'll have to stop back over again. Miss you guys too!
Els:
daydreamer: A little late, but HAPPY BIRTHDAY Francine! Sounds like you had a great day
Elizabeth: Sorry I haven't been on Cool Beans to welcome you sooner, but I see that you joined. Hope to see you back again!
daydreamer: Happy New Year Francine!
January: Happy New Year AD.
Zebra3: Happy New Year Francine!
Christine: Happy Holidays!
Sierra: Merry Christmas, Francine!
indyanna130: Merry Christmas, Francine.
January: Merry Christmas AD.
Elizabeth: Hi Francine! I FINALLY got to the latest Bonanza Gold. I wanted to tell you that I really enjoyed your article. It was interesting, informative, and well written. Good job!!!
indyanna130: Glad things are going well for your Mom, Francine.You managed also to echo most of the thoughts I have about the holidays this year. Thanks for sharing.Merry Christmas.
JeanieC: Happy Thanksgiving, Francine
Camera_chic: Happy Thanksgiving!
LifesMagic: Hi Francine! I'm finally able to read folks' journals again! I have no idea why it's working again now! I guess if I would have waited, mine would still be OK too...Oh well! Have a wonderful holiday weekend!
ALC: Happy Thanksgiving, Francine!! :)
JeanieC: Let's play tag! You're it.
Rachel: Here's hoping your mom recovers quickly!!
Sherry: HI, just out journal hopping. Come look at my new baby pictures!!!
Dimpke: Hi Francine,Hope you are doing well.Take a good care ofyourself,.....
Els: Hi Francine! Just stopping by to say hello!
January: Hi AD. I just stopped by to say hello and I'm visitor # 11111. Do I get a prize?
Cowgirljones: Hey AD! Just catching up on your blog. Have a great weekend!
Debb Sullivan: Glad things held together for you during Ernesto! I know those things can get pretty nerve-wracking.
Marie: I have never liked sweet tea, yet, my whole family drinks it that way except for me and my mom. (Mom is from New England originally). Don't think I can jump on the yogurt bandwagon. I don't like yogurt (only the frozen kind ) Glad to read all is well wit your mom. Hope her surgery is a complete success.
JeanieC: Yay! Jumpin' on the F&YP bandwagon, huh? What the heck took you so long?
January: Hi AD. Next time you're in McD's, try their iced coffee ... it's delicious. Iced tea? I don't like sugar. Also, good news with your mom.
Sierra: Just passing through and wanted to say hello!
Elizabeth: Congrats on your anniversary and the nice compliments! I've been with my company almost 19 years now myself. Hard to belive sometimes!
sparkle: Hello, hope you are having a good weekend
MaggieHegner: Hope you had an enjoyable 4th. What's next in your life?
JeanieC: Happy Independence Day, AD!
ALC: Glad you made it our there, Francine! Sorry I haven't been able to "holla back" but our computer is not working....again! lol Glad you got some of your favorite things!

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Thursday, July 17th 2008

7:50 PM

Winds of Change

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There's a big change happening at my workplace. Starting Monday we're switching from a business casual dress code to a casual one, meaning we can actually wear jeans whenever we want.   That is HUGE!  When I first started there and for about 15 years, we wore strictly business attire: suits, dresses, etc. Some people complained repeatedly that they couldn't afford to go out and buy those "fancy" clothes all the time just for work. So finally a couple of years ago we went business casual, meaning things like khaki pants, capris, corduroys, etc. were fine. Some folks still complained that they shouldn't have to go out and buy special casual clothes when all they normally wear are jeans. So now the day has arrived when folks can actually wear jeans every day if they want. Everybody should be happy, right? Not exactly. Part of the new dress code guidelines states that women can't wear shoes that expose both their toes AND heels, but one or the other is okay. Up until now, dressy summer sandals were acceptable. The problem is that some women interpreted that to mean that thong flip-flops were appropriate as well. So because some of them continuously pushed the envelope, the new rule was put into place. Personally, I'm happy with the new guidelines. I think the people who run the company have every right to request that the folks who work for them dress in a style they feel is appropriate. And if folks don't like it, nobody is forcing them to work there.  I think the bottom line is that you can never please some people, especially those who just like to complain.    
2 total comments.

Posted by Jeanie C:

I don't care so much about how flip-flop thongs look but they sound awful. That goes for any sandal that goes "thwack-thwack" against the heel when the wearer walks. Drives me crazy. Congrats on getting to wear jeans!
Friday, July 18th 2008 @ 1:32 AM

Posted by Elizabeth:

That's great that you can wear jeans to work now Francine! We're allowed to wear jeans as well and many people do. I'm sitting here right now in jeans, a nice top, and Betula shoes (similar to Birkenstocks).
Friday, July 18th 2008 @ 6:22 PM

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