Janice, lots of us have experienced the SAME treatment from Azure. I have spoken to SEVERAL drivers whom have been pressured the same to: get rid of product, sell their product, find a place to get rid of their pallets. I also know SEVERAL drivers who left because of this treatment. I said to Azure that they needed to send emails to ALL new people that: schedules change, if you can not meet a delivery (with changes!) then Azure will not work for you, Azure is NOT a grocery store "pick-up lane". Advising your people to have an alternative "person" who can pick-up your order if you are not able to - should be possible. Volunteer Drop Coordinators should be able to charge a late pick-up fee, as that causes a loss of family time in order to meet the "now inconvenience person" if they choose. I'm proud of you Janice for telling the REAL Azure story and NOT just what is being shared on social media!
I sure do appreciate you, Melanie! I know that you personally know what it's like to be a drop coordinator. Your support and encouragement throughout this whole ordeal has been a blessing to me! 💕🥰💕🥰
Janice I would have said to Azure that if you had done what you should have and just left the stuff in the parking lot that person wouldn’t have anything to come back on you for! So Azure should be grateful that you kept their product in your kitchen so that it would not disappear from the parking lot! Or have gone to the birds which surely would’ve been the case had you just left it! You did your work as a volunteer coordinator and unless they start stating that you must take items that aren’t picked up home with you then it’s not your responsibility! Don’t worry about being sued it would be in a small claims court and you would win I’m positive! That person who owns a business should be shamed with his name and business being named!!! It’s unbelievable the way people treat others these days!!! I’m so sorry you are having to deal with all of this! The way people are sooo self entitled these days I’m not surprised at all by their attitudes! It’s disgusting though! I’m so glad you blocked that person and advised you would no longer be in communication with him. I wouldn’t even have given him your husband’s phone number I would have just referred him to azure.
@@ozarkfamilyhomestead♥️🫶♥️ I'm so Sorry you have had to deal with Others Bull Sweet Lady 😭, your Time is Worth so much more than those who have the audacity to start drama n move on with 🚫 intentions of being a regular Customer let alone a drop Coordinator 😕 😢❣️... That's so Sad ☹️ 1 Bad 🍎 spoiled the bunch 😮❣️That's 💔 for you n others that's been doing it for years n years Janice 😧😤 I think , But I'm Glad you're relieved 🤔💭 ❣️... Although we know a new person is going to be overwhelmed 😔😳 with the Volunteering of the Azure drop n all it's demands n doing it All free of Charge as well as you've done ✅ 👍 ❣️ ✨🤑 ✨that's a big loss on Azures Side Period , Time is definitely Valuable, that's what I Tell my daughter too 😍🥰😘❣️ They're going to be hurting for awhile over this 1 , ✨🫰✨❣️... 🚫 Can take your place 😁 💯☹️😢❣️ We ❤ ya Bunches
My sweet hero, Janice, you have every reason to be disappointed in those people who literally bullied you into making a choice you shouldn’t have to make. I am ticked with Azure insofar as I’m ready to send an email to your states attorney general with a complaint about Azure in its bullying of a volunteer. You’re correct in saying you’re a volunteer, not an employee. The people, including Azure need to accept their own responsibilities. I wish I could visit with you personally in your summer kitchen, first pray for God’s grace for ❤️🩹, and allow you to vent as much as you need. You are one of the few people in the world who quite literally one of the BEST on the planet. I believe you made the best decision for yourself and your family and I wholeheartedly pray for you and my dear friend, Shirley, who got FIRED from our church as a 18 years volunteer! I was shocked as I am in your situation. Let us join our hearts and souls together to pray for forgiveness, hope and charity. Here it’s supposed to be a time of joy in preparation of the Holy Child around churches, neighborhoods, etc., and yet I feel we are experiencing a certain evil permeating our whole society. I dearly love you my sweet Janice and will continue to hold you up in my prayers and thoughts. With all the pieces of my broken heart 💔💔💔❤️🩹❤️🩹❤️🩹🙏🙏🙏😇😇😇😔😔😔
Janice you do not need to find a new coordinator. Tell azure you’re done. It’s their responsibility to find a replacement. As far as the guy trying to came after you I don’t think any judge in the world would think you did anything wrong. You handled it perfectly and in a nicer way than I would have.
Wow! What an unfortunate situation. You explained things very well. However, I don’t understand why you are responsible for finding a new drop coordinator. Like you said, you are a volunteer. I think with all you’ve been through and done for this company that they should find the new coordinator. You are a very thoughtful, caring person and certainly did all you could in this situation to make it doable. Please don’t let it disrupt any more of your precious time with your family. God bless you!❤
Nope! That’s absurd! Why spend your time finding them a person to replace YOU! Quit! Throw it right back at them! I’m so sorry they TREATED you so badly. This just burns my biscuits!!! Love you
Hi Sweetheart Janice! I am 65 yrs old and I finally stopped letting people take advantage of me! I had to block someone too! I am a believer in Jesus and I wish I had done this sooner! I have a 39 yr old son who is intellectually disabled and autistic. I'm his only caretaker no help from anyone and some people still expected me to do and do for them! Good for you! I'm proud of you! Laurel
Girl, I am so proud of you. I'm glad to see you have had enough of rudeness and are standing up for yourself. Shame on Azure and the rude customer. One thing I disagree with, since you are a volunteer, you should not have to find a replacement. Let the wealthy business do that. You deserve so much better. Keep on fighting my friend.
So sorry you had to go through that .. but glad it’s one less thing you have to do … so thank God for that .. people will miss you … but there is aways a bad egg in the group … and you whet through so much in eight years … so start the new year happy and loved … we love you you and your family..❤
I've never dealt with Azure but I've volunteered other places. Some were great, others miserable. Like you, when I finally got disgusted enough to quit, I was a nervous wreck but, after a couple months I calmed down and it was the greatest feeling ever.
Azure just lost me as a customer! NOT your fault Janice. It's my personal decision based on how they treat volunteers. Janice, your not the only one Azure has treated this way, I hope this let's you know you're not alone! Shadoe
Janice i am so sorry that your haveing all these problems i do not blame you for steping down and people are very rude. I pray that you can move on with no more issues and that you feel better. Take Care, stay Strong, and please say hello to your family. Gypsy From Michigan.
This is why I pay for delivery to my home. Yes, it is expensive, but I can not guarantee that I could pick it up on time. My coordinator sent me a sweet message and said she would work with me, but I don't feel that I should put her out like that. I feel so bad that entitled people treat others like that. You deserve so much better.
Good for you Janice. Handled it like a pro and not being the drop coordinator will give you such relief. As you say it already has. You should now have a lot more time to give to your family and homestead. Keep on being you. Congrats.
I worked for a Chrysler dealership, and I forgot a part for a customer. It was going to be a huge ordeal delivering the part the next day because they were far away. I put part in my personal vehicle and delivered it after work on my own time. Customer was very appreciative, but I was railed up one side, and down the other claiming what I had done was unprofessional by my supervisor.
I'm about to do my first pickup...now I'm nervous lol. We're at the Cuba drop so probably same driver as u! Ty for ur time. U cant please everyone. Tis the season right!? Lol. Merry Christmas and blessings to ur family.
Oh, I'm optimistic that you will be fine! I do want to convey that my time as a customer was mostly great. Even when I had issues with products arriving damaged, Azure never hassled me about giving a refund. It was just my time as drop coordinator that ended really badly. Perhaps a bad customer service rep or a day when management was grumpy - I don't know why, but it was enough to ruin a 15 year relationship with the company. I wish you the best though! :)
The Azure Co. was once wonderful, kind and easy to work with, but in the past year I have had several issues with them, and have been spoken to very rudely, without understanding or care. I hope that they will soon get back to the great and caring co. that they once were.
Hi Janice I don't comment much on your channel but I have been watching you for about 3 years now but I am so happy that you finally put your foot down I used to get so mad at you for not standing up for yourself you're such a sweet sweet lady and I see people walk all over you don't let him you do it girl you do you and I'm so glad you have a husband that supports you and Backs you up
After working retail for 28+ years, that mans sense of entitlement doesn't surprise me. It's extremely sad that a businessman acts this way! Sorry you had to deal with this. Im glad you're no longer having to deal with being the drop coordinator. Enjoy your day! ❤
I am grateful for my coordinator. I don't order from Azure very often but it seems to go smoothly though they change the delivery time often on the day or day before which is usually not a issue for me since I try to keep a clear slate for the day of delivery. I have been a volunteer before for a non profit thrift store and you are definitely not appreciated. I think you handled it very professionally and have made a wise decision to step down. Anna In Ohio
❤I am so proud of you, Janice, for standing up for yourself and setting your boundaries. Being spoken to or treated in a condescending manner not to mention negative attitude is probably my biggest peeve. Getting a bonus or discount for volunteering to do a job is not worth being bullied. God is taking care of you and He will continue to supply your family’s needs. Your mental and physical health is much more important than any discount regardless of how much you receive. Dust the “job” off your feet and move on. One question….why do you have to try to find a replacement? Shouldn’t that be Azures responsibility? Bless you my friend. You’ve come a long way baby!!! So proud of you but also so sorry you’ve taken so much disrespect and abuse. 🙏🏻♥️
Janice with all that went down & You being upset, I am very impressed with how articulate you have been ..I am behind you 100% in what ever decision you make. ....I admire & feel a lot of respect for you by the handling of the situation!!!
I want tell you what a wonderful job you did on that video to your drop group. You spoke better than some professionals I have seen deliver speeches! Love your family. You did everything right in that situation. The entitlement in this country is a major issue. Keep smiling! Love from TN!!❤
Janice you are 100% correct. So sorry you have had to deal with this! You can find other sources for the wheat and things you use!! It's Azures problem let them find a new coordinator!!!! You do not need this type of stress!!! I'd contact them today and say they need a new person for the Dec drop!! Take a deep breath sweet lady!! and let Azure figure it out!!! hugs!!!!
I'm so sorry you had to go through that terrible experience! I'm glad you made the decision to drop the coordinator position. I understand what a relief that must be! Blessings ❤️
Ugh. I had to wait a few minutes to let it all sink in. I love all your videos. I just now figured out that I really love how all of you communicate and really think about your responses to conflict. Your belly full ometer is way better than mine. After 2 stressful careers, I am noticing mine is getting better after retirement lol. You did the right thing ❤
Thinking back on when I was talking to the Azure rep on the phone, I'm pretty certain that my mouth dropped open and I started sputtering when she continually said that I was required to meet the rude customer and give him his wheat. I felt like I was in some kind of bizarre world where things didn't make sense. It's taken me a while to initiate healthy boundaries, but I feel like I'm getting better at it! :)
@ You handled it beautifully! I love your saying, let’s move on to the next best thing. I really believe when you handle these issues with honesty and kindness, you should have no regret. Which you did. Love you, friend 🥰
Janice, I'm sorry to say loyalty is a thing of the past for companies and individuals. I don't blame you one bit for being done with the company & the indiviual! I'm very sorry about the loss of Bear, it's hard losing a reliable pup. ❤️🐾
Proud of you Janice for not buckling after being pressured. Another TH-camr shared a video about Azure that showed how the volunteer coordinator had to be at the drop location before the scheduled time. She also said she drove further to a drop point because the volunteer coordinator was so organized with notifications. She said there was an Azure drop closer. What a great guy Shawn is to spare you from further dealings with entitled person.
Janice I got caught up in your story and forgot to mention I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet dog Bear... sending lots of hugs your way my dogs are my whole world and I know how bad it hurts when I have lost them in the past. Blessings of comfort for you and your family. Anna In Ohio
Sharon from Florida: HI Janice, I am sorry these people have abused you and taken advantage of you this way. I am really proud of you for standing your ground. I believe changing your pickup site will be a great benefit. Be blessed.
Hi Janice i am so sorry i missed some of your videos. I had a stroke and have been in the hospital for days it seems like it could be a few weeks so i just came home this morning and i have to get a lot of rest so i can recover i am lucky to be alive so i wanted you to know. Gypsy From Michigan.
Unfortunately when people are only responding by email, sometimes their emails are misconstrued by the person reading the mail. I worked as a manager in retail, I always picked up the phone to call customers with concerns or problems. That way I could hear the tone of what they were saying and my response would always be empathetic, even if they were wrong. That being said, you are a volunteer and not being paid. Lesson learned, I think Azure needs to give you some sort of a discount as a volunteer drop person. I have seen the best of people and the worst of people in my job. It’s always that ONE person who rattles you to your core. Let it go, you’ll save yourself some aggravation. Sounds like Azure needs to be in communication with their driver at every drop off point. Perhaps that would help with any situations that arise. Much love to you and your family. ❤
It upset her so much, but we do not get our worth from others behavior. We get our worth from Goď who made us. I think she feels under appreciated. Im glad shes giving it up. She's got enough on her plate. 💞
Wow Janice, that was a total nightmare, you handled it perfectly in my opinion. I wouldn't have been as nice but that's just me. What a rotten deal, I'm so surprised that the company didn't handle that well like they should have. What happened with the wheat berries, do you still have them.? I might have missed that part. I would have given the guy a refund and told you to keep the wheat berries free of charge for all of the hassle you went through. Plus give you a discount on your next order. If you are considerate to people that really helps to build a better business, the company wasn't nice or thoughtful to you at all. I'm glad it is over for you with that volunteer work.
Janice, I am so sorry that you have had to deal with this. As a retired accountant that worked in the corporate world, there are always people that do not follow the rules and do not think the rules are for them. Shame on Azure Standard for not supporting you and get this resolved in a positive way. Hugs to you❣️PS….I will not be ordering from them.
Amen girl you did good holding your stand… you have given so much and for free …, come on people ….. treat people right to the ones who don’t agree with you…. ❤
First, I wanted to say that I am so sorry about Bear. It sure hurts to lose our pets and I know you all loved him so much. So sad that you had to deal with the stress of the Azure Standard stuff at the same time. That was totally unnecessary if people would have just kept their word to show up! And I hate it when people take advantage of my time too. I guess to make themselves feel more important. You were owed a big apology from several people involved with that chaotic day. You don't need that stress and I don't blame you for stepping away. Hope things are better for all of you now. Big hugs. ❤
Thank you, Alma, for taking the time to leave those kind words! Maybe I'm imagining it, but I feel like people's behavior used to be better. I don't feel like I needed to hold the hands of adults quite so much in the past.
A blessing in disguise. Now you will go to the other drop place and visit the produce stand they had fabulous prices. You’ll probably save more money going to that stand then the discount you would have gotten from being the drop coordinator.
I have thought about buying from Azure but this video has changed my mind. I could never support a company that treats people so badly. Hugs to you Janice.
@ that I understand about the customer, I said in my sense of things I don’t see how the Azure person was rude, to me it was fine… emotionans where high and we can take things wrong in that sense… to me I didn’t see Azure as rude… just my opinion
Janice, I got to thinking about you tonight and you saying you were thinking of increasing your budget due to the economy and maybe doing an Azure haul every few months. I'm thinking that if you do increase your budget use that extra money for a huge haul and then all the bases will be covered without having to do some major budgeting around a big haul. Just me thinking outside the box. Keep up the good work! Blessings from Texas!❤
Azure Standard lost my business last year. Since covid their Semis seem to have a problem or breakdown every week and our times and days change. Before covid it was the same day and time. They also used to have great customer service…my last two issues I was less than impressed with. I’m paying more to a local store now for what I used to order for azure. I honestly wish more people would leave so it’d force them to go back to how they used to be when the company was smaller. Sorry for your experience!
I’m so very proud of you for standing up to bullying. No one has a right to treat people the way you were treated. I 100 percent agree with the way you handled this situation. Azure was wrong in the way they responded to you as a customer and as a coordinator. You may have missed homeschooling your children that day but you taught them a valuable life lesson. ❤🙏
Boy what a mess! Sorry to hear about Bear, fur babies are the best. Easy to say, but try to shake it off, it's Azure loss, your gain. You have a wonderful family! That's what matters most! Go Shawn! Got your wife's back!
So sorry Azure didn’t stand behind you and support you. You are a customer also. We have had people not show up at our drop. I sub for our coordinator and once a lady went to Hawaii and just forgot her order. I didn’t know this lady but she asked for us to deliver her stuff that needed to be refrigerated at her place of employment. It was a locked building. We left it at the door. Two days later she called and told us she no longer worked there and it was up to us to go get her stuff. I laughed so hard. It was summer it was hot she ordered milk and ice cream. Hawaii or remember your order. I don’t know. I plan the week of the drop if I might be gone or plan to be gone I don’t order. Azure sends out tons of emails and text messages and our coordinator does too, how people miss them is amazing. And if they are new ask questions. Azure is a good company with their growth they probably have employees that don’t know the fine print. I can say the same about Amazon and every other online company. Most all volunteer positions get or are getting overwhelmed don’t feel bad your health is always more important than a volunteer position.
I'm considering that the number of people not picking up their orders has skyrocketed and they have way too many items left on the trucks, everywhere, and the drivers don't want to deal with it. That means the driver takes on another job as well, selling all of those items before he finishes for the day. And all the paperwork mess. Just thinking about the situation. Interesting video. They say they still have the same family ownership, buy I'm beginning to wonder.❤😊
Oh my gosh Janice, I sat here and watched your video and I was literally shaking by the end…we live in such an entitled society and it is heartbreaking to know that people take advantage of a good person…I am glad that you won’t have experience anything like this again..I love you my friend and admire your family and ideals, you are truly good caring people
Stand your ground, I do not interact in public as much as I have in the past, because of people trying to cause drama. I felt your pain down to my toes, glad to hear it is a big relief, my heart goes out to you.
It's such a shame they would treat you that way. And honestly, you your channel now that time could be better spent doing another video help job your channel grow!
Good grief Janice you’re just learning now there are a-holes everywhere..and people are getting worse and entitled…as my husband use to say people are more rude crude and socially unacceptable…..kindness is walking out the door..bless your sensitive sweet heart..god bless..
Don’t feel bad! Be glad you’re out of the drama! People now days are very rude. “Proud of you for standing your ground” 1 less thing to worry about! Very sorry about Bear-I had seen him-he did look like a big white bear😢😢.
Janice, im sorry that you had to go through that. I used to work in customer service and i have found that there is always one or two people who will take advantage of you, then they try to make you be the bad guy. I think you are correct in your actions. Always remember there are still some good people in the world. Try to keep this from ruining your outlook on life. You are such a nice person.
Why does there even need to be a drop coordinator? Why can't people be informed of the time BY THE COMPANY what time to be there, and either they show up or send someone else to pick it up, or the items stay on the truck and go to the next location(s). It sounds like Azure Standard just wants to unload everything on an UNPAID person to deal with all the headache while they go on their merry way. This is THEIR job, not yours. Then. when someone has failed to pick up several orders on time, they need to be removed from the customer list.
Your reaction and the way you presented it are exactly what a really normal person would do! You didn’t overly embellish the situation and your thoughts about how it should have been handled were so appropriate. Thank you for being a shining example of how a difficult situation should be handled!😊
I remember reading in a book once that you are treated the way you allow yourself to be treated. I’m just remembering this and need to apply it myself.
I hope you realize how much empowerment and courage you’ve modeled for everyone who watched this! Woman or man, you’ve given a great example of respect for self (and others!) by standing for your values and the importance of time with your family. I know you have a very full plate, but you should really consider offering your insight and commitment to self as a life skills speaker. It’s too late, I know, but I say…JANICE FOR PRESIDENT! You ARE the WOMAN!
Things arent always perfect, or run smoothly. Yes, they got under your skin - but where is your mercy & grace? Gods mercy is new every morning for you. If you'd just given in and shown grace; not dig your heals in. It wouldnt have robbed you of the Lords peace. Jesus gave His son for ypu, as un deserving as we all are. Remember " Revenge is the Lords?" We have no room to take offence at stubborn sinners. Cause no one was born a saint. Hand over the bag of wheat( bless your enemy) as, Jesus reminds us to? Swallow your pride, humble yourself. Jesus took the blows and mocking - for you. You can do this Janice...I know you can. ❤💖💟
EXCUSE ME, but even Jesus was pushed to the point of saying “enough!” and he then overturned the money changers’ tables!! Having grace and mercy in a difficult situation by NO means being a door mat for ANYONE or paving the way for future abuse! Janice DID show grace by not losing her temper with the arrogant customer and irresponsible Azure Standard and dumping that bag of wheat into the parking where it should have been accepted back by the driver. She did NOT have to attempt to find a new drop coordinator. She could have said “I’m done, good with all of this.” She did NOT do that. THAT was showing mercy and that WAS being graceful. Nowhere in the Bible does it say we are to make ourselves a sacrificial punching bag for rude, arrogant, self-entitled and inconsiderate people thereby enabling their abuse and torment toward others, as well. There was NOTHING prideful OR vengeful about Janice’s actions whatsoever, in any shapely form or fashion. Refusing to be bullied and strong-armed is not an ungodly act. We are to treat our bodies and ourselves as a temple and that certainly does NOT mean letting bullies and bouncers run roughshod over us. The song goes “Onward a Christian SOLDIERS”, not pushovers or whimps. Janice absolutely did not deserve this unfair and needless diatribe. May I suggest that you humble yourself and offer a sincere apology to Janice for your harsh and hurtful words and say a prayer for forgiveness. In other words, practice what you preach.
@@debrasnipes7431a servant of the Lord must be willing to serve “the bully’s” because the Lord loves them and He died for the “bully” too. I understand this is a hard concept for our flesh…mine doesn’t like it either! 😔 But this is where it helps to pray for a servant’s heart. Only the Lord is good, we aren’t.❤
@ I do understand that and I’m so sorry for how I imagine it must feel. It’s hard to realize that all people don’t feel the same responsibilities and loyalty we do. You and your family matter as much as any business or business owner. You are the foundation and heart for a large, loving family!!
With your full and blessed life, your choice to volunteer was beyond generous. However, volunteerism should be limited, I believe. Being offended is also a choice we make as human beings. This was a series of rude encounters...we all see them in life. Let it go...drop it out of your mind. Azure company will continue. You will continue. The good people will understand. The rude people will continue. Just as certain people in our life will come and go, your Azure connection will change,,,for "everything there is a season"...I have had dearest of frienships that have ended abruptly after a year...I accept it because some parts of your life are supposed to happen that way. I also have friendships that have continued for 30 years, 40 years even 50 years. Feel good that the weight of that 50 lb bag is lifted from your life...God was telling you that your volunteering was ended
Janice, lots of us have experienced the SAME treatment from Azure. I have spoken to SEVERAL drivers whom have been pressured the same to: get rid of product, sell their product, find a place to get rid of their pallets. I also know SEVERAL drivers who left because of this treatment. I said to Azure that they needed to send emails to ALL new people that: schedules change, if you can not meet a delivery (with changes!) then Azure will not work for you, Azure is NOT a grocery store "pick-up lane". Advising your people to have an alternative "person" who can pick-up your order if you are not able to - should be possible. Volunteer Drop Coordinators should be able to charge a late pick-up fee, as that causes a loss of family time in order to meet the "now inconvenience person" if they choose. I'm proud of you Janice for telling the REAL Azure story and NOT just what is being shared on social media!
I sure do appreciate you, Melanie! I know that you personally know what it's like to be a drop coordinator. Your support and encouragement throughout this whole ordeal has been a blessing to me! 💕🥰💕🥰
Janice I would have said to Azure that if you had done what you should have and just left the stuff in the parking lot that person wouldn’t have anything to come back on you for! So Azure should be grateful that you kept their product in your kitchen so that it would not disappear from the parking lot! Or have gone to the birds which surely would’ve been the case had you just left it! You did your work as a volunteer coordinator and unless they start stating that you must take items that aren’t picked up home with you then it’s not your responsibility! Don’t worry about being sued it would be in a small claims court and you would win I’m positive! That person who owns a business should be shamed with his name and business being named!!! It’s unbelievable the way people treat others these days!!! I’m so sorry you are having to deal with all of this! The way people are sooo self entitled these days I’m not surprised at all by their attitudes! It’s disgusting though! I’m so glad you blocked that person and advised you would no longer be in communication with him. I wouldn’t even have given him your husband’s phone number I would have just referred him to azure.
@@ozarkfamilyhomestead♥️🫶♥️ I'm so Sorry you have had to deal with Others Bull Sweet Lady 😭, your Time is Worth so much more than those who have the audacity to start drama n move on with 🚫 intentions of being a regular Customer let alone a drop Coordinator 😕 😢❣️... That's so Sad ☹️ 1 Bad 🍎 spoiled the bunch 😮❣️That's 💔 for you n others that's been doing it for years n years Janice 😧😤 I think , But I'm Glad you're relieved
🤔💭 ❣️... Although we know a new person is going to be overwhelmed 😔😳 with the Volunteering of the Azure drop n all it's demands n doing it All free of Charge as well as you've done ✅ 👍 ❣️
✨🤑 ✨that's a big loss on Azures Side Period , Time is definitely Valuable, that's what I Tell my daughter too 😍🥰😘❣️
They're going to be hurting for awhile over this 1 , ✨🫰✨❣️... 🚫 Can take your place 😁 💯☹️😢❣️ We ❤ ya Bunches
My sweet hero, Janice, you have every reason to be disappointed in those people who literally bullied you into making a choice you shouldn’t have to make. I am ticked with Azure insofar as I’m ready to send an email to your states attorney general with a complaint about Azure in its bullying of a volunteer. You’re correct in saying you’re a volunteer, not an employee. The people, including Azure need to accept their own responsibilities. I wish I could visit with you personally in your summer kitchen, first pray for God’s grace for ❤️🩹, and allow you to vent as much as you need. You are one of the few people in the world who quite literally one of the BEST on the planet. I believe you made the best decision for yourself and your family and I wholeheartedly pray for you and my dear friend, Shirley, who got FIRED from our church as a 18 years volunteer! I was shocked as I am in your situation. Let us join our hearts and souls together to pray for forgiveness, hope and charity. Here it’s supposed to be a time of joy in preparation of the Holy Child around churches, neighborhoods, etc., and yet I feel we are experiencing a certain evil permeating our whole society. I dearly love you my sweet Janice and will continue to hold you up in my prayers and thoughts. With all the pieces of my broken heart 💔💔💔❤️🩹❤️🩹❤️🩹🙏🙏🙏😇😇😇😔😔😔
@melaniegerth5021 maybe people should boycott them and see what happens
Janice you do not need to find a new coordinator. Tell azure you’re done. It’s their responsibility to find a replacement. As far as the guy trying to came after you I don’t think any judge in the world would think you did anything wrong. You handled it perfectly and in a nicer way than I would have.
Love you standing up for yourself & sharing!!
Wow! What an unfortunate situation. You explained things very well. However, I don’t understand why you are responsible for finding a new drop coordinator. Like you said, you are a volunteer. I think with all you’ve been through and done for this company that they should find the new coordinator. You are a very thoughtful, caring person and certainly did all you could in this situation to make it doable. Please don’t let it disrupt any more of your precious time with your family. God bless you!❤
Nope! That’s absurd! Why spend your time finding them a person to replace YOU! Quit! Throw it right back at them! I’m so sorry they TREATED you so badly. This just burns my biscuits!!! Love you
Hi Sweetheart Janice! I am 65 yrs old and I finally stopped letting people take advantage of me! I had to block someone too! I am a believer in Jesus and I wish I had done this sooner! I have a 39 yr old son who is intellectually disabled and autistic. I'm his only caretaker no help from anyone and some people still expected me to do and do for them! Good for you! I'm proud of you! Laurel
Girl, I am so proud of you. I'm glad to see you have had enough of rudeness and are standing up for yourself. Shame on Azure and the rude customer. One thing I disagree with, since you are a volunteer, you should not have to find a replacement. Let the wealthy business do that. You deserve so much better. Keep on fighting my friend.
So sorry you had to go through that .. but glad it’s one less thing you have to do … so thank God for that .. people will miss you … but there is aways a bad egg in the group … and you whet through so much in eight years … so start the new year happy and loved … we love you you and your family..❤
I've never dealt with Azure but I've volunteered other places. Some were great, others miserable. Like you, when I finally got disgusted enough to quit, I was a nervous wreck but, after a couple months I calmed down and it was the greatest feeling ever.
Enough stress in life without this!! Good for you for speaking your mind….now….just let it go Janice…just walk away
Azure just lost me as a customer! NOT your fault Janice. It's my personal decision based on how they treat volunteers. Janice, your not the only one Azure has treated this way, I hope this let's you know you're not alone! Shadoe
Janice i am so sorry that your haveing all these problems i do not blame you for steping down and people are very rude. I pray that you can move on with no more issues and that you feel better. Take Care, stay Strong, and please say hello to your family. Gypsy From Michigan.
You go girl. Your time and consideration are certainly worth SO much more THAN AZURE STANDARD DESERVES. LOVE AND A BIG HUG TO YOU.
This is why I pay for delivery to my home. Yes, it is expensive, but I can not guarantee that I could pick it up on time. My coordinator sent me a sweet message and said she would work with me, but I don't feel that I should put her out like that. I feel so bad that entitled people treat others like that. You deserve so much better.
Good for you Janice. Handled it like a pro and not being the drop coordinator will give you such relief. As you say it already has. You should now have a lot more time to give to your family and homestead. Keep on being you. Congrats.
How could this have been worth your time and energy? I would have moved on and taken the high road. I’m sorry it continues to bother you, Janice.
I worked for a Chrysler dealership, and I forgot a part for a customer.
It was going to be a huge ordeal delivering the part the next day because they were far away.
I put part in my personal vehicle and delivered it after work on my own time.
Customer was very appreciative, but I was railed up one side, and down the other claiming what I had done was unprofessional by my supervisor.
Happened to me too! No good deed goes unpunished.
I'm so sorry about your precious Bear. I love your family! Love to you Laurel
Very proud of you. I worked in public service for over 30 years and unfortunately I have dealt with people like that my job
I'm about to do my first pickup...now I'm nervous lol. We're at the Cuba drop so probably same driver as u! Ty for ur time. U cant please everyone. Tis the season right!? Lol. Merry Christmas and blessings to ur family.
Oh, I'm optimistic that you will be fine! I do want to convey that my time as a customer was mostly great. Even when I had issues with products arriving damaged, Azure never hassled me about giving a refund. It was just my time as drop coordinator that ended really badly. Perhaps a bad customer service rep or a day when management was grumpy - I don't know why, but it was enough to ruin a 15 year relationship with the company. I wish you the best though! :)
❤❤@@ozarkfamilyhomestead
The Azure Co. was once wonderful, kind and easy to work with, but in the past year I have had several issues with them, and have been spoken to very rudely, without understanding or care. I hope that they will soon get back to the great and caring co. that they once were.
This was my experience too. I no longer order from them
Hi Janice I don't comment much on your channel but I have been watching you for about 3 years now but I am so happy that you finally put your foot down I used to get so mad at you for not standing up for yourself you're such a sweet sweet lady and I see people walk all over you don't let him you do it girl you do you and I'm so glad you have a husband that supports you and Backs you up
We appreciate your videos and your family ❤
After working retail for 28+ years, that mans sense of entitlement doesn't surprise me. It's extremely sad that a businessman acts this way! Sorry you had to deal with this. Im glad you're no longer having to deal with being the drop coordinator.
Enjoy your day! ❤
Janice I am so proud of you for taken a stand ❤
I am grateful for my coordinator. I don't order from Azure very often but it seems to go smoothly though they change the delivery time often on the day or day before which is usually not a issue for me since I try to keep a clear slate for the day of delivery. I have been a volunteer before for a non profit thrift store and you are definitely not appreciated. I think you handled it very professionally and have made a wise decision to step down. Anna In Ohio
I don’t blame you. Sometimes letting go is the best thing you could do for your wellbeing. Best of luck to you with Azure going forward.
❤I am so proud of you, Janice, for standing up for yourself and setting your boundaries. Being spoken to or treated in a condescending manner not to mention negative attitude is probably my biggest peeve. Getting a bonus or discount for volunteering to do a job is not worth being bullied. God is taking care of you and He will continue to supply your family’s needs. Your mental and physical health is much more important than any discount regardless of how much you receive. Dust the “job” off your feet and move on. One question….why do you have to try to find a replacement? Shouldn’t that be Azures responsibility? Bless you my friend. You’ve come a long way baby!!! So proud of you but also so sorry you’ve taken so much disrespect and abuse. 🙏🏻♥️
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Congratulations you made the best decision, take care your family husband & yourself. God bless you all my friend. ❤
Janice with all that went down & You being upset, I am very impressed with how articulate you have been ..I am behind you 100% in what ever decision you make. ....I admire & feel a lot of respect for you by the handling of the situation!!!
I want tell you what a wonderful job you did on that video to your drop group. You spoke better than some professionals I have seen deliver speeches! Love your family. You did everything right in that situation. The entitlement in this country is a major issue. Keep smiling! Love from TN!!❤
Janice you are 100% correct. So sorry you have had to deal with this! You can find other sources for the wheat and things you use!! It's Azures problem let them find a new coordinator!!!! You do not need this type of stress!!! I'd contact them today and say they need a new person for the Dec drop!! Take a deep breath sweet lady!! and let Azure figure it out!!! hugs!!!!
I was remiss about not mentioning the loss of your wonderful dog. Give yourself some grace. Carole
I'm so sorry you had to go through that terrible experience! I'm glad you made the decision to drop the coordinator position. I understand what a relief that must be! Blessings ❤️
You go Janice! Show those kids how to stand up for yourself in a proper way! Proud of you.
Ugh. I had to wait a few minutes to let it all sink in. I love all your videos. I just now figured out that I really love how all of you communicate and really think about your responses to conflict. Your belly full ometer is way better than mine. After 2 stressful careers, I am noticing mine is getting better after retirement lol. You did the right thing ❤
Thinking back on when I was talking to the Azure rep on the phone, I'm pretty certain that my mouth dropped open and I started sputtering when she continually said that I was required to meet the rude customer and give him his wheat. I felt like I was in some kind of bizarre world where things didn't make sense. It's taken me a while to initiate healthy boundaries, but I feel like I'm getting better at it! :)
@ You handled it beautifully! I love your saying, let’s move on to the next best thing. I really believe when you handle these issues with honesty and kindness, you should have no regret. Which you did. Love you, friend 🥰
Janice, I'm sorry to say loyalty is a thing of the past for companies and individuals. I don't blame you one bit for being done with the company & the indiviual! I'm very sorry about the loss of Bear, it's hard losing a reliable pup. ❤️🐾
Proud of you Janice for not buckling after being pressured. Another TH-camr shared a video about Azure that showed how the volunteer coordinator had to be at the drop location before the scheduled time. She also said she drove further to a drop point because the volunteer coordinator was so organized with notifications. She said there was an Azure drop closer. What a great guy Shawn is to spare you from further dealings with entitled person.
Janice I got caught up in your story and forgot to mention I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet dog Bear... sending lots of hugs your way my dogs are my whole world and I know how bad it hurts when I have lost them in the past. Blessings of comfort for you and your family. Anna In Ohio
Sharon from Florida: HI Janice, I am sorry these people have abused you and taken advantage of you this way. I am really proud of you for standing your ground. I believe changing your pickup site will be a great benefit. Be blessed.
Hi Janice i am so sorry i missed some of your videos. I had a stroke and have been in the hospital for days it seems like it could be a few weeks so i just came home this morning and i have to get a lot of rest so i can recover i am lucky to be alive so i wanted you to know. Gypsy From Michigan.
Unfortunately when people are only responding by email, sometimes their emails are misconstrued by the person reading the mail. I worked as a manager in retail, I always picked up the phone to call customers with concerns or problems. That way I could hear the tone of what they were saying and my response would always be empathetic, even if they were wrong. That being said, you are a volunteer and not being paid. Lesson learned, I think Azure needs to give you some sort of a discount as a volunteer drop person. I have seen the best of people and the worst of people in my job. It’s always that ONE person who rattles you to your core. Let it go, you’ll save yourself some aggravation. Sounds like Azure needs to be in communication with their driver at every drop off point. Perhaps that would help with any situations that arise. Much love to you and your family. ❤
Janice, I am so proud of the way you handled this horrible incident. I am so glad you have peace! God bless you.
It upset her so much, but we do not get our worth from others behavior. We get our worth from Goď who made us. I think she feels under appreciated. Im glad shes giving it up. She's got enough on her plate. 💞
I am so sorry you had go through that. I hope you have send this video to Azure, because this is absolutely not ok. Bless you Janice ❤️❤️❤️
Wow Janice, that was a total nightmare, you handled it perfectly in my opinion. I wouldn't have been as nice but that's just me. What a rotten deal, I'm so surprised that the company didn't handle that well like they should have. What happened with the wheat berries, do you still have them.?
I might have missed that part. I would have given the guy a refund and told you to keep the wheat berries free of charge for all of the hassle you went through. Plus give you a discount on your next order. If you are considerate to people that really helps to build a better business, the company wasn't nice or thoughtful to you at all.
I'm glad it is over for you with that volunteer work.
Janice, I am so sorry that you have had to deal with this. As a retired accountant that worked in the corporate world, there are always people that do not follow the rules and do not think the rules are for them. Shame on Azure Standard for not supporting you and get this resolved in a positive way. Hugs to you❣️PS….I will not be ordering from them.
Amen girl you did good holding your stand… you have given so much and for free …, come on people ….. treat people right to the ones who don’t agree with you…. ❤
First, I wanted to say that I am so sorry about Bear. It sure hurts to lose our pets and I know you all loved him so much. So sad that you had to deal with the stress of the Azure Standard stuff at the same time. That was totally unnecessary if people would have just kept their word to show up! And I hate it when people take advantage of my time too. I guess to make themselves feel more important. You were owed a big apology from several people involved with that chaotic day. You don't need that stress and I don't blame you for stepping away. Hope things are better for all of you now. Big hugs. ❤
Thank you, Alma, for taking the time to leave those kind words! Maybe I'm imagining it, but I feel like people's behavior used to be better. I don't feel like I needed to hold the hands of adults quite so much in the past.
A blessing in disguise. Now you will go to the other drop place and visit the produce stand they had fabulous prices. You’ll probably save more money going to that stand then the discount you would have gotten from being the drop coordinator.
Forgive them Father; for they know not what they do? Become better, not bitter 😍
You did good way better than I would have .. good job ..❤
Azure should have given the customer a refund. Asap
I have thought about buying from Azure but this video has changed my mind. I could never support a company that treats people so badly. Hugs to you Janice.
@@NancyWhelanSharingMemories same with me!!
@@barbaralesure1740 Same here
Just because one bad person, on azure isn’t a reason not to join…. One person is misinformed….
@suzanneford1571 several people were quite rude to Janice - she didn't/doesn't deserve that!!
@ that I understand about the customer, I said in my sense of things I don’t see how the Azure person was rude, to me it was fine… emotionans where high and we can take things wrong in that sense… to me I didn’t see Azure as rude… just my opinion
Janice, take a deep breath and Do The Next Right Thing❤. I’m proud of you for stepping away from something that was stealing your joy.
Janice, I got to thinking about you tonight and you saying you were thinking of increasing your budget due to the economy and maybe doing an Azure haul every few months.
I'm thinking that if you do increase your budget use that extra money for a huge haul and then all the bases will be covered without having to do some major budgeting around a big haul.
Just me thinking outside the box.
Keep up the good work!
Blessings from Texas!❤
Azure Standard lost my business last year. Since covid their Semis seem to have a problem or breakdown every week and our times and days change. Before covid it was the same day and time. They also used to have great customer service…my last two issues I was less than impressed with. I’m paying more to a local store now for what I used to order for azure. I honestly wish more people would leave so it’d force them to go back to how they used to be when the company was smaller. Sorry for your experience!
Live your life and put all that behind you don't let them get you down sending love from UK
This is a little off subject, but the apron you are wearing in the thumbnail is beautiful! Did you make it or is there a place to buy ready made?
I’m so very proud of you for standing up to bullying. No one has a right to treat people the way you were treated. I 100 percent agree with the way you handled this situation. Azure was wrong in the way they responded to you as a customer and as a coordinator. You may have missed homeschooling your children that day but you taught them a valuable life lesson. ❤🙏
amen
You did good you handle it well
Sorry to hear about Bear.😢
Boy what a mess! Sorry to hear about Bear, fur babies are the best. Easy to say, but try to shake it off, it's Azure loss, your gain. You have a wonderful family! That's what matters most! Go Shawn! Got your wife's back!
So sorry Azure didn’t stand behind you and support you. You are a customer also.
We have had people not show up at our drop. I sub for our coordinator and once a lady went to Hawaii and just forgot her order. I didn’t know this lady but she asked for us to deliver her stuff that needed to be refrigerated at her place of employment. It was a locked building. We left it at the door. Two days later she called and told us she no longer worked there and it was up to us to go get her stuff. I laughed so hard. It was summer it was hot she ordered milk and ice cream. Hawaii or remember your order. I don’t know.
I plan the week of the drop if I might be gone or plan to be gone I don’t order.
Azure sends out tons of emails and text messages and our coordinator does too, how people miss them is amazing. And if they are new ask questions.
Azure is a good company with their growth they probably have employees that don’t know the fine print. I can say the same about Amazon and every other online company.
Most all volunteer positions get or are getting overwhelmed don’t feel bad your health is always more important than a volunteer position.
Aww bless you all.....sorry for you loss....big hugs.....thinking of you❤
My Mom always said, it's ok to say, please don't speak to me that way. It's hard but I recently have found my voice.
I'm considering that the number of people not picking up their orders has skyrocketed and they have way too many items left on the trucks, everywhere, and the drivers don't want to deal with it. That means the driver takes on another job as well, selling all of those items before he finishes for the day. And all the paperwork mess. Just thinking about the situation. Interesting video. They say they still have the same family ownership, buy I'm beginning to wonder.❤😊
Janice I am hurt that you have been treated this way. ❤
Dealing with the public is so rough-even more so when you are a volunteer trying to do the right thing!
I am sorry you had such a problem, I know volunteers sometimes have to take more than they should.
❤❤❤ prayers and care from New Zealand 😊
Janice its sad you was treated like that I'm praying for you that God will give you strength ❤😊 Big Hugs God Bless You 💞
If Azure put me through all of that, I would never order from them again.... but that's just me.
Oh my gosh Janice, I sat here and watched your video and I was literally shaking by the end…we live in such an entitled society and it is heartbreaking to know that people take advantage of a good person…I am glad that you won’t have experience anything like this again..I love you my friend and admire your family and ideals, you are truly good caring people
Stand your ground, I do not interact in public as much as I have in the past, because of people trying to cause drama. I felt your pain down to my toes, glad to hear it is a big relief, my heart goes out to you.
It's such a shame they would treat you that way. And honestly, you your channel now that time could be better spent doing another video help job your channel grow!
Good grief Janice you’re just learning now there are a-holes everywhere..and people are getting worse and entitled…as my husband use to say people are more rude crude and socially unacceptable…..kindness is walking out the door..bless your sensitive sweet heart..god bless..
Good for you standing up for yourself! Volunteers should not be treated like that ❤
Good for you! By the way don’t worry about finding a new drop coordinator, let Azure find one!
Don’t feel bad! Be glad you’re out of the drama! People now days are very rude. “Proud of you for standing your ground” 1 less thing to worry about! Very sorry about Bear-I had seen him-he did look like a big white bear😢😢.
People can be do horrible, disrespectful and ignorant! 😡 I'm so sorry you had to deal with that! CJ and I are sending you BIG hugs! 🤗
Janice, im sorry that you had to go through that. I used to work in customer service and i have found that there is always one or two people who will take advantage of you, then they try to make you be the bad guy. I think you are correct in your actions. Always remember there are still some good people in the world. Try to keep this from ruining your outlook on life. You are such a nice person.
I would cut ties with that company.
God bless you and your family. ❤
Glad you have relieved yourself from this stressor, permanently👍🏼❤ Not worth your time or energy.
Why does there even need to be a drop coordinator? Why can't people be informed of the time BY THE COMPANY what time to be there, and either they show up or send someone else to pick it up, or the items stay on the truck and go to the next location(s). It sounds like Azure Standard just wants to unload everything on an UNPAID person to deal with all the headache while they go on their merry way. This is THEIR job, not yours. Then. when someone has failed to pick up several orders on time, they need to be removed from the customer list.
So sorry this happened. Great idea on switching up your pickup area. Glad your out of that position, Lords just freeing up some time for you.
I would consider charges for harassment from Azure and customer. ❤❤
Sens Azure standard a bill for storage .20.00 a day and demand an apology from. them and the customer. Write corporate a letter.
Your reaction and the way you presented it are exactly what a really normal person would do! You didn’t overly embellish the situation and your thoughts about how it should have been handled were so appropriate. Thank you for being a shining example of how a difficult situation should be handled!😊
Janice I am so proud of you for standing up for yourself YOU GO GIRL❤️❤️❤️
I remember reading in a book once that you are treated the way you allow yourself to be treated. I’m just remembering this and need to apply it myself.
They would lose me business. I would never order nor would I volunteer for them ever again
Not your job to find a replacement. I wouldn’t order from them they don’t deserve your. Business
Janice do what is best for your family and yourself.
I hope you realize how much empowerment and courage you’ve modeled for everyone who watched this! Woman or man, you’ve given a great example of respect for self (and others!) by standing for your values and the importance of time with your family. I know you have a very full plate, but you should really consider offering your insight and commitment to self as a life skills speaker. It’s too late, I know, but I say…JANICE FOR PRESIDENT! You ARE the WOMAN!
I agree! Janice, you are a stellar woman.❤
Customer service is definitely not what it used to be, and people need to respect each others🎉 time and effort.
I have thought about ordering but I won't be now.
Things arent always perfect, or run smoothly. Yes, they got under your skin - but where is your mercy & grace? Gods mercy is new every morning for you. If you'd just given in and shown grace; not dig your heals in. It wouldnt have robbed you of the Lords peace. Jesus gave His son for ypu, as un deserving as we all are. Remember
" Revenge is the Lords?"
We have no room to take offence at stubborn sinners. Cause no one was born a saint. Hand over the bag of wheat( bless your enemy) as, Jesus reminds us to? Swallow your pride, humble yourself. Jesus took the blows and mocking - for you.
You can do this Janice...I know you can. ❤💖💟
Stop with Azure, but keep your peace - in other words.
EXCUSE ME, but even Jesus was pushed to the point of saying “enough!” and he then overturned the money changers’ tables!! Having grace and mercy in a difficult situation by NO means being a door mat for ANYONE or paving the way for future abuse! Janice DID show grace by not losing her temper with the arrogant customer and irresponsible Azure Standard and dumping that bag of wheat into the parking where it should have been accepted back by the driver. She did NOT have to attempt to find a new drop coordinator. She could have said “I’m done, good with all of this.” She did NOT do that. THAT was showing mercy and that WAS being graceful. Nowhere in the Bible does it say we are to make ourselves a sacrificial punching bag for rude, arrogant, self-entitled and inconsiderate people thereby enabling their abuse and torment toward others, as well. There was NOTHING prideful OR vengeful about Janice’s actions whatsoever, in any shapely form or fashion. Refusing to be bullied and strong-armed is not an ungodly act. We are to treat our bodies and ourselves as a temple and that certainly does NOT mean letting bullies and bouncers run roughshod over us. The song goes “Onward a Christian SOLDIERS”, not pushovers or whimps. Janice absolutely did not deserve this unfair and needless diatribe. May I suggest that you humble yourself and offer a sincere apology to Janice for your harsh and hurtful words and say a prayer for forgiveness. In other words, practice what you preach.
@@debrasnipes7431a servant of the Lord must be willing to serve “the bully’s” because the Lord loves them and He died for the “bully” too. I understand this is a hard concept for our flesh…mine doesn’t like it either! 😔 But this is where it helps to pray for a servant’s heart. Only the Lord is good, we aren’t.❤
Go Janice! I am so proud for you and of you. I wish all women, especially young women, realized their value and worth. How wonderful!!
Thank you, Cindi! I feel like I have given so much over the last 8 years and their reaction to the situation was like a punch in the face for me.
@ I do understand that and I’m so sorry for how I imagine it must feel. It’s hard to realize that all
people don’t feel the same responsibilities and loyalty we do. You and your family matter as much as any business or business owner. You are the foundation and heart for a large, loving family!!
Geez. You are so much nicer than I’d ever be.
With your full and blessed life, your choice to volunteer was beyond generous. However, volunteerism should be limited, I believe. Being offended is also a choice we make as human beings. This was a series of rude encounters...we all see them in life. Let it go...drop it out of your mind. Azure company will continue. You will continue. The good people will understand. The rude people will continue. Just as certain people in our life will come and go, your Azure connection will change,,,for "everything there is a season"...I have had dearest of frienships that have ended abruptly after a year...I accept it because some parts of your life are supposed to happen that way. I also have friendships that have continued for 30 years, 40 years even 50 years. Feel good that the weight of that 50 lb bag is lifted from your life...God was telling you that your volunteering was ended