Dating a fellow UPS driver.. - Brown Cafe

LittleBrownBoy · 04-07-2009, 06:37 PM

Well this is my first thread attempt and I hope it hasn't been done to death? Anyways I'm a fresh driver up here in Red Deer Alberta Canada.. And well my point is I have a crush on a fellow driver here in my small centre.. I don't really talk to her but trust me I look at her and into those blues eyes and well I just loose a second of life.. Ya ya I know get a life lol.. Hey I'ma hopeless romantic and ya kinda shy and well they taught us at the new seminar that UPS frowns on employee's dating others.. Franky who the hell cares but anyways..

I was kinda alone with her this evening but noooo I didn't have the diads to say something lol.. Anyways just wanted to share and anyone else have any kinda thing like this happen to them?

Take care everyone

dilligaf · 04-07-2009, 06:43 PM

.................Didn't have the diads to say anything.........................

That has got to be one of the funniest lines I have heard. Great.

drewed · 04-07-2009, 06:43 PM

OMG didnt have the diads!! AHHHH

Big Babooba · 04-07-2009, 06:54 PM

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Originally Posted by LittleBrownBoy

Dear Big Babooba,Well this is my first thread attempt and I hope it hasn't been done to death? Anyways I'm a fresh driver up here in Red Deer Alberta Canada.. And well my point is I have a crush on a fellow driver here in my small centre.. I don't really talk to her but trust me I look at her and into those blues eyes and well I just loose a second of life.. Ya ya I know get a life lol.. Hey I'ma hopeless romantic and ya kinda shy and well they taught us at the new seminar that UPS frowns on employee's dating others.. Franky who the hell cares but anyways..

I was kinda alone with her this evening but noooo I didn't have the diads to say something lol.. Anyways just wanted to share and anyone else have any kinda thing like this happen to them?

Take care everyone

I never thought I'd be writing advice for the lovelorn, but here it goes. It didn't happen to me personally, but through the years I can think of at least five couples who walked down the aisle. From one hopeless romantic and kinda shy guy to another - Go for it! If she says no, then you'll know. That's better than wondering the rest of your life. Who knows, she may have the same feelings for you! P.S.- Name your first kid after me!

dilligaf · 04-07-2009, 06:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Big Babooba

I never thought I'd be writing advice for the lovelorn, but here it goes. It didn't happen to me personally, but through the years I can think of at least five couples who walked down the aisle. From one hopeless romantic and kinda shy guy to another - Go for it! If she says no, then you'll know. That's better than wondering the rest of your life. Who knows, she may have the same feelings for you! P.S.- Name your first kid after me!

You are a romantic aren't you? Baby babooba. Has a ring to it. LOL

brownmonster · 04-07-2009, 06:59 PM

A girl? I thought you said a fellow UPS driver

DS · 04-07-2009, 07:01 PM

Little brown boy,grit your teeth and ask her if she wants to meet at timmys,maybe she is looking for a friend .You just never know ,she may be willing to offer a few diad tips and tricks.
As far as ups goes,you are young,life is long and they dont have to know about your little relationship if it does blossom.
2 ups drivers could do very well as far as raising a family goes.
If they find out,one of you may have to make a career change,but true love endures all.

brownmonster · 04-07-2009, 07:04 PM

What is the ratio of Men to Women in Red Deer Alberta?

City Driver · 04-07-2009, 07:18 PM

i laughed out loud at "i didnt have the diads to talk to her"

go for it

over9five · 04-07-2009, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by City Driver

i laughed out loud at "i didnt have the diads to talk to her"

Me too, that was awesome!

Nothing at all management can do about hourlys going out together or even gettin' hitched. Problems may arise if one of you decided to go into management.

SoOOOOOO.....Grow some DIADS!!!!

dilligaf · 04-07-2009, 07:53 PM

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Originally Posted by over9five

Me too, that was awesome!

Nothing at all management can do about hourlys going out together or even gettin' hitched. Problems may arise if one of you decided to go into management.

SoOOOOOO.....Grow some DIADS!!!!

I can see this becoming another STUG thing.

tourists24 · 04-07-2009, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by dilligaf

.................Didn't have the diads to say anything.........................

That has got to be one of the funniest lines I have heard. Great.

Wait til EDD comes along

LittleBrownBoy · 04-07-2009, 08:42 PM

thanks for the comments everyone!! I have another quote, "may the brown be with you".. I'm sure that ones been done lol.. But yes I am going to talk to her and frankly I could care less what any employer thinks all though I have dated upper management b4 but somewhere else. Well it didnt work out but that was then.

And well dating in Red Deer is tough and stupid, its all the oil and money eh, either you have money or you don't, you either drink, do drugs or you don't and well RD has the highest divorce rate in Canada so there you go lol.. But hey if we give up we die sorta, so ya my diads need to be kicked.. I'll try to ask her tomorrow, yes try I just don't need others finding out and buggging us lol..

Well thanks everyone, I love this place! Take care

paidslave · 04-07-2009, 09:51 PM

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Originally Posted by LittleBrownBoy

Well this is my first thread attempt and I hope it hasn't been done to death? Anyways I'm a fresh driver up here in Red Deer Alberta Canada.. And well my point is I have a crush on a fellow driver here in my small centre.. I don't really talk to her but trust me I look at her and into those blues eyes and well I just loose a second of life.. Ya ya I know get a life lol.. Hey I'ma hopeless romantic and ya kinda shy and well they taught us at the new seminar that UPS frowns on employee's dating others.. Franky who the hell cares but anyways..

I was kinda alone with her this evening but noooo I didn't have the diads to say something lol.. Anyways just wanted to share and anyone else have any kinda thing like this happen to them?

Take care everyone

To each is own! I would not recommend this at all, mixing business with pleasure. One of you will wind up quiting and it will probably be her. But if you do decide to get lots of overtime to support her while you can. At least she will understand the UPS mentality by then!

Good luck and keep us filled in....

upsdavz · 04-07-2009, 10:42 PM

LMAO, I have worked at ups in Alberta for many years, don't worry about dating your co-worker! I have lost count of how many managers/supervisors have hooked up with hourly employees over the years. We even have family members working together in my centre (years ago that would have been unheard of). GOOD LUCK!!!!

JimJimmyJames · 04-07-2009, 10:58 PM

Don't defecate where you eat.

A workplace romance ended up in a court room at my old center when the relationship soured. Though this is an extreme example, one of those involved was fired and had to fight to get their job back.

I don't even recommend forming close friendships with co-workers so maybe I am the wrong person to comment on this thread. I just feel when it comes to your job you should minimize relationships that may wind up having a negative effect on your career.

bubsdad · 04-08-2009, 12:41 AM

My dad always told me, "Don't get your meat where you get your bread". I have seen it go both ways and sometimes it works but most times it doesn't. Workplace romance can be very touchy, but seems like you have the sense of humor to deal with it. Good luck.

trplnkl · 04-08-2009, 12:54 AM

There is nothing in the contract to stop you. Well, unless you're local supplement does so. Out side of that, UPS can do nothing about it.
I can understand about not wanting other workers there knowing about this attraction at this time, but it works out like you want it doesn't matter either.
JJJ and Bub both have good points, if this doesn't work out it could get uncomfortable to work together, but two adults should be able to handle it.
I say go for it without too much expectation. Let us know how it goes.

LittleBrownBoy · 04-08-2009, 05:57 AM

I am not going to be dumb about it thats for sure, by the way goodmorning..But ya I respect all my fellow drivers (were a driver run centre) and I would never jeopardize both parties, hell I'm just going to ask to go for a walk or something gotta start out as freinds first off anyways.. And if nothing works thats fine, lifes about going out and taking a step, now all depends what shoes your wearing and what your walking on.. Ok that was a bad analogy lol.. Ok off to work..

Be safe all and all the coments have been welcome..

mattwtrs · 04-08-2009, 06:38 AM

Good luck in your pursuit of love! Your humor will help you through the tough times. It's funny working at UPS reminds me of the old soap operas, there are backstabbers, lovers, heros, villians and still a lot of good people too. I know of 3 couples in my building that found love and made it work. They all have been married at least 5 - 20 years now. There have have also been couples that had fun while it lasted.

raceanoncr · 04-08-2009, 06:53 AM

Here, there's nothing contractually wrong with it. Many here have gone out/dated/married. Most in hourly positions. Keep in mind that if one of you IS management then probably one of you will be "urged" to find employment elsewhere.

It IS a good point, tho, about "tracking in the house what you stepped in outside". What if it doesn't work out? You gotta face that person for the rest of your/their career.

If you DO go for it, be the romantic you say you are. There's a guy here that's not particularly good looking but MAN does he get the babes. How? I've seen him in action and been with him many times. He simply makes them feel special. Lavishes them with compliments, opens doors, gives em gifts, etc. You get the point? He's good with the opposite sex. They love him. Go for it.

One other word of caution, tho. You've already announced your intentions but you've already announced your location too. Others from your area read this or find out about it, be ready for the heat.

Good luck!

Livin the Dream? · 04-08-2009, 06:57 AM

Dating, going out with someone from work? Sure, why not? Have fun, you have a common interest (sentence).

Only problem? What if it got serious, you got married? If I was working at UPS and, at the end of the day's sentence, had to go home to a wife that ALSO worked at UPS?

I believe I would have to swallow the business-end of a shotgun...

rod · 04-08-2009, 07:07 AM

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Originally Posted by dilligaf

.................Didn't have the diads to say anything.........................

That has got to be one of the funniest lines I have heard. Great.

Rod's favorite saying list:

1. They make the decisions- we make the money
2. All so and so does is drive a desk
3. UPS couldn't cooridinate 2 men in a canoe
4. Didn't have the diads to say anything

kingOFchester · 04-08-2009, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by LittleBrownBoy

I am not going to be dumb about it thats for sure, by the way goodmorning..But ya I respect all my fellow drivers (were a driver run centre) and I would never jeopardize both parties, hell I'm just going to ask to go for a walk or something gotta start out as freinds first off anyways.. And if nothing works thats fine, lifes about going out and taking a step, now all depends what shoes your wearing and what your walking on.. Ok that was a bad analogy lol.. Ok off to work..

Be safe all and all the coments have been welcome..

Go for a walk??? Are you kidding?? Why not play with each others diads??

ups75 · 04-08-2009, 09:02 AM

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Originally Posted by bubsdad

My dad always told me, "Don't get your meat where you get your bread". I have seen it go both ways and sometimes it works but most times it doesn't. Workplace romance can be very touchy, but seems like you have the sense of humor to deal with it. Good luck.

Another good one is don't fish off the company pier!