Well, I decided to write her boss a follow up email today. I wrote that the two examples have context around them, and when combined with all other micro aggressions, are creating a hostile work environment for me. I then asked, since he had extended an offer to do so, to meet next with his boss directly 1:1. So that’s my next step.

Right now I’m sitting on a plane with my mom, about to fly to California. I’m excited! A second mini vacation in Sonoma Valley for three days! We’re staying in the square at a very nice hotel. Mom’s treat! How nice of her. I’m grateful. I get to see a close girlfriend and old college friend. Can’t wait! We’re meeting for breakfast.

I hope this work issue with my boss doesn’t interfere. I have to force it out of my head for 3 days. I think I can do that. I’ll be so happy to be back in northern Cali again. I lived there for a total of one year in 2013-2014 and absolutely loved it, especially wine country, the coastline, and redwoods. Wow!!!! Sooo beautiful. I think I can put work aside… I’m getting happy just thinking about my trip ahead!