Yesterday was a rough day. I actually expect the same today—not for the same reasons (at least I hope not)—but because I have an event to attend that usually requires standing for long periods and sitting in those uncomfortable folding chairs. With my back, I can’t stand too long and I certainly can’t sit in the wrong kind of chair for very long either. The event is scheduled for three hours, though I suspect we’ll only be there an hour and a half or two. Still, even that feels daunting.
What made yesterday difficult was having to go down into the basement to pull some objects for this event. My boss and I have already discussed my difficulty with stairs, and I’d been told to ask a particular person for help. When I did, that person went to my supervisor to complain—and instead of backing me up, my supervisor somewhat chastised me for even asking. Thankfully, someone outside of my department offered to help, which made all the difference.
I think today will work out fine, but I know my back and leg will pay for it later. After standing longer than usual yesterday, I already paid the price last night with extra pain. Still, I’m holding onto hope that each day brings a little more strength, a little more resilience, and maybe—just maybe—a little less pain.
You really don't have a nice environment.
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Plastic straws are banned in Vermont as well.
DeleteSounds like your organization never heard of the Americans with Disability act. Reasonable and low cost accommodation must be given to even temporary conditions. Also workman’s comp laws too. Speak to HR.
ReplyDeleteHT sent me the ADA accommodations form yesterday. I'm in the process of getting it ready to send to my doctor.
DeleteGreat to hear. It protects you also from retention hooo ok e you get past it.
DeleteIt sounds like your boss is doing this on purpose to torture you. Don't you have a doctor note saying you can't carry objects, navigate stairs or sit for long periods of time?
ReplyDeleteI am working on it, and yes, I feel like she's trying to torture me or at least make my job difficult, and honestly, I don't understand why.
DeleteShe must not like gays or want you to quit.
DeletePossibly opening the door for you. Look elsewhere.
ReplyDeleteShe had to leave her last museum job after her six month performance review. She said it wasn't a good fit but read between the lines. Is she treating the other workers badly too?
ReplyDeleteNo, because she appears to like dealing with women, but I don’t think she likes working with men. I’ve heard her say numerous times how she’s been passed over for a man, and similar things.
DeleteEn España existe la ley contra el acoso laboral, que es lo que veo que está haciendo tu jefe. Yo he sufrido acoso laboral y he terminado en los tribunales. Actualmente he conseguido un reconocimiento de lo que me estaban haciendo y una pensión por incapacidad laboral "gracias" a los mismos informes que pretendían utilizar contra mi. Ten cuidado, pide las ordenes por escrito y guarda tus espaldas.
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