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May 31 Interview UpdateWell, Yours truly did very well. I think there's an 85-90% chance I got the job. I still have to go to HR with the agency where I work now to get a copy of my evaluation and fax it. I should know for sure by Monday. Hubby and I went to a nice Mexican place for dinner. It was really filling and delicious. I got home and the State Patrol had called to set up and interview. SOOOOO, I'm headed to my 2nd choice post to do an interview with 1 guy I know, 1 guy I've met once and 1 guy I met and did an interview with 2 years ago. I'm going to take a couple hours off of work to go to the interview and "small administrative test" and then go back to work. I think I'll be able to swing it since it's not too far from where I work now. I'll hear from DFCS before my interview, and after a long discussion with hubby, I've decided that if DFCS wants me, then I'll take the job. I'm glad to feel needed though. LOL Thanks for the warm wishes and good luck vibes. I actually got home soon enough that I changed into my "good luck" dress and looked nice for the interview. Once I get the evaluation faxed, it will be in their hands. This is turning into one heck of a week. LMAO!!! Hugs to all of you and welcome back Geoff!!! Take care! Sliding doorsIt's
a beautiful day in the neighborhood! Well, it's going to be 90
degrees here again. Where the heck is rain when you need
it? For Slacker's last day here the whole office showed up
including PM and CA-RT. Everyone seems to be happy that Slacker
is leaving, including Slacker. As an office, we had to sign a
card for her and get lunch ready. Yes, my happy butt got
greenbeans in a can and I'm going to season them in the nuker
(microwave). Since day one, Slacker has been on my bad
side. Her first day here, she demanded things from me, then she
had the audacity to ask me to plunge her stopped up toilet!!! Oh,
YES SHE DID!!! I didn't do it, since I'm not a maid or a
housekeeper. Since then, I've not been thrilled with her
personally or professionally. She even made the statement to me,
in front of my supervisor, that I was not worthy of being her's or
anyone's friend. Needless to say, I've not had the highest regard
of Slacker. Turns out that no one here has liked Slacker, but
everyone's been too cowardly to say anything. Well, Slacker is
leaving and she needn't let the door hit her in the ass when she leaves. My good news is that, as you know, today is my interview with DFCS. I'm leaving work at Noon so I can get home and settle down before going to the interview. I'm a little nervous as it's actually 2 interviews today. One is with the TANF Director and then one with the DFCS Director. I'm worried that I won't make a good impression or that I'll make a fool out of myself. I have a nice skirt and top on, but I worry about which shoes to wear. Yeah, me worried about shoes. LOL I thought about wearing nice slacks and a top, but it's just too hot to wear something like that. If I wear that then I run the risk of sweating to death and passing out which would NOT be a good sign. I'm not planning on bringing anything with me, but hubby said he wanted to go and wait for me. Moral support. He's such a goodie when it comes to me needing support for these things. Bless his heart, he's gone with me to quite a few interviews, tests and exams including my EMT National Registery exams. Whew! He's just very supportive of me and hopes that eventually I will find my niche in the working world. I know he hates it when I change jobs, but I just like variety and doing new things. 30 more minutes and my feet will have wings. So long Slacker!!!!!!! I've met her replacement and she seems pretty cool. I think she will do fine here but only time will tell. So far, my impression is much different. Thank heavens!!!!! Take care! May 30 Goodbye and Thanks!!Well,
I'm back from vacation and I'm ready to be out of this office!!!
Is there anyway to get away with bitch-slapping a superior??
Program Manager asked me to copy something for her while she was standing next
to the copier. Talk about uberlazy!!!! Speaking
of lazy, Slacker's last day is tomorrow. The PM and CA-RT wanted
to have a going away lunch for her so I'm bringing green beans.
LOL I'm also leaving at lunchtime tomorrow so I can make it to my
DFCS job interview. Awww, too bad I won't be here to see Slacker
leave <sarcastic>. You KNOW I'm lyin' now! I had a little bit of shock when the CA-RT called me this morning to tell me that I'd been nominated by several people for the Outstanding Employee award. Apparently, I was in the top 10 and I have no clue as to who nominated me. I wish I did though, so I could thank them. I'm sure CA-RT did as she nominates all of her clerks since we all do the work she should be doing. I know, I'm being an ingrate. I'll shut up. LOL I do wish I knew who nominated me as the top 10 consists of the people who got the most nominations and just one nomination for a person won't get them in the top 10. Hmmmm.......wonders never cease. SO!!! I now have to go to the Employee Appreciation picnic although I really wanted to skip it. Hope you are all doing well. Take care!!!! May 29 Greetings from the poolsideGotcha! Greetings from the poolside!!!! Nope, not from in the pool but from the side where I've been cleaning the pool. The pool has shown itself not to be ready for fun in the sun, so I've been out cleaning the pool. Vacation has been nice and semi relaxing. I've actually done quite a bit of cooking this weekend, and that is so NOT me. LOL I've also managed to complete some bigger chores. I still have more to do, but it can wait. I'm looking forward to Wednesday and my job interview. Moving day for the office is in 2 weeks, and I'm hoping that it will go smoothly. Hope everyone has a fantastic Memorial Day, and remember those who so bravely fought for what we have as a nation. I'm headed out to more 90 degree weather right now. Take care!!!!!! May 26 Vacation music and MY opinionAs I've started my vacation, I've heard this song quite a bit and I just love it. As you know, I'm a big believer that Freedom of Speech goes both ways. Hubby and I both support the Dixie Chicks for saying how they feel. Maybe they shouldn't have said it in that type of arena, but they are still allowed to say what they want. I applaud them for stating their opinion. I don't think that others who have different opinions should have the right to threaten or judge those who state opposing opinions. Those people who say the Dixie Chicks are unAmerican for disapproving of the President need to remember that everyone has opinions and there is no right or wrong answer. That is what Freedom is. Dixie Chicks are great women and I love and respect them. Hubby and I will continue to buy their music and will do so with pride. Take care!!!
Forgive, sounds good Forget, I’m not sure I could They say time heals everything But I’m still waiting I’m through with doubt There’s nothing left for me to figure out I’ve paid a price And I’ll keep paying I’m not ready to make nice I’m not ready to back down I’m still mad as hell and I don’t have time to go round and round and round It’s too late to make it right I probably wouldn’t if I could ‘Cause I’m mad as hell Can’t bring myself to do what it is you think I should I know you said Can’t you just get over it It turned my whole world around And I kind of like it I made my bed and I sleep like a baby With no regrets and I don’t mind sayin’ It’s a sad sad story when a mother will teach her Daughter that she ought to hate a perfect stranger And how in the world can the words that I said Send somebody so over the edge That they’d write me a letter Sayin’ that I better shut up and sing Or my life will be over I’m not ready to make nice I’m not ready to back down I’m still mad as hell and I don’t have time to go round and round and round It’s too late to make it right I probably wouldn’t if I could ‘Cause I’m mad as hell Can’t bring myself to do what it is you think I should I’m not ready to make nice I’m not ready to back down I’m still mad as hell and I don’t have time to go round and round and round It’s too late to make it right I probably wouldn’t if I could ‘Cause I’m mad as hell Can’t bring myself to do what it is you think I should Forgive, sounds good Forget, I’m not sure I could They say time heals everything But I’m still waiting May 25 Vacation Day 1This certainly has been the start of a weird vacation. I woke up at my usual waking time but then went back to sleep. I was awakened a few more times, but then finally woke up and it was nearly 11am!!!! How bizarre! I haven't slept that late since I was a teenager. As we were leaving the house to go run some errands, the phone rang. It was the EMS office telling us to report to the County Commissioners office for a drug screen in 1 1/2 hours!!!!! We decided to go eat lunch and then run do the drug screen. After we finished eating, we discovered that another customer there had already paid for our meal as well as his!!!!!! It was some guy that hubby had known for many years, but the pay it forward was so awesome! The ball's in our court now to pay it forward.
We were the first ones there to get our drug screen and David was in and out in 30 seconds. I , on the other hand, was the complete opposite. I couldn't pee!!!! I tried 2 times and nada! I was so embarrassed, but I was now determined to do it. So after an hour I was finally able to pee and get it over with. By the way, the screen was clear. (Yeah, as if there was any doubt there.) I may work with addicts and users, but there will never be a question as to me being a client. LOL One girl was doing the test and she accidently dropped her drug screen in the toilet and the cap wasn't on it so she had to wait and pee again. LMAO!!!!!
We left there and drove to the hospital to see Granny. She's 89 and is hubby's grandmother. She's fine, but they are trying to get her into a nursing home faster via the hospital. Granny's old, a hypocondriac, and lonely so she craves and thrives on attention. We were there just about 30 minutes and we were ready to get out of there. I've already been the Alzheimers route with my own grandmother. It was erratic highs and lows for nearly 15 years until she passed away 10 years ago, in a nursing home. I don't want to have to do this again. So hospitals are off limits for me. Besides, I used to work in the ER and I was fine with that, but I don't like the rooms and the smell of the rooms.
I'm actually looking forward to tomorrow and spending the day alone. I can do so much more housework when hubby's gone than when he's here. I have a short "To Do" list and I'm also going to go hang out in the pool. It's over 90 degrees here now and talk about HUMID!!!! I'm so glad that Taylor won last night. Way to go Soul Patrol/Silver Fox!!! Whoo Hoo!!!!!! Hugs to all of you and Take care! May 24 The clock is ticking...I'm
busy working today so that I can make sure everything is completed
before I leave to go on vacation from this place. As of 4:30pm
today, I'm on vacation until next Tuesday. I've found that I have
lots of things to do at home, various projects and some house cleaning
to do. I love having a few extra days off. Hubby is going
to be working 2 of the 5 days that I'll be off so that will be another
added bonus for me. I've got some movies to catch up with
also. I'm so ready to go home!!! I'll still be keeping up
with my blog but I don't know if I'll be able to make ALL of my
rounds. I'm going to try though! Now, get back to
work!!! I'll bodyslam into you tomorrow! Take care! May 23 3000th and 5 good thingsOur
computer at work decided to have a hissy fit and shut down. I
spent the morning doing NOTHING since all the "non" computer work was
all finished. So much to write about, where to start. 1) Thanks to NTS MADDOG for being my 3000th reader! Thanks for all you do in the line of duty and for keeping up with my blog. Sometimes I think I should just be in a psych ward, but it's my readers who keep me sane. I'm honored to have so many people reading daily. 2) I finished S is for Silence last night. I had to stay up late to finish it. Good book but I didn't really care for the ending. Oh well....that's a writer's perogative. I'm on to Patricia Cornwell's Predator. She has a NEW book out called At Risk which I need to go get today. 3) The Dixie Chicks have released their new album today. Now, I'm not going to go toe to toe with anyone about their politics. I happen to like the Dixie Chicks and I support them for speaking their mind. If people don't like what the Chicks are saying then those people need to go back and reread the Consitution especially the 1st Amendment. Freedom of Speech works both ways. Enough said there. 4) Turns out our new Program Manager doesn't like CA-RT either. It's become a joke around here when CA-RT isn't here, she still likes to annoy the Hell out of everyone here. In that respect, I do envy Slacker for leaving. I wish she had to continue to put up with CA-RT. 5) The BIG BIG BIG news! I saved the best for last. I got a call yesterday from Hubby. While I was on the phone with him, a prospective employer called to set up a job interview with me. Ha Ha!! It's a DFCS job as a caseworker, but the pay is better and it's a smidge closer to home. I, for one, thought they weren't going to ever call, but they did. I'm taking a partial "sick" day for an "appointment" that day so I can go to the interview which is NEXT Wednesday. Oops, almost forgot. The website is now up for Haunting Evidence on Court TV. The Paranormal Investigator, Patrick Burns, is a good friend of mine and is the founder of Ghosthounds. Go to the website and check it out. Not all of the site is functioning fully, but at least go check it out. www.courttv.com and look under the tab that says "shows" The show is Haunting Evidence. I'm working on a good blog with Patrick and maybe the others when it gets closer to time. I really want this show to do well. Take care! You guys ROCK!!! Happy 3000th to me! LMAO! May 22 Paranormal EncountersPatrick,
of Ghost Hounds, and I were talking about comfort levels the other
night at the meeting. We were discussing the fact that many times
people are too leary of telling of their experiences for fear that
others will think of them as being weird, crazy, etc. As I see
it, most people have had some type of encounter at one point or
another. I've actually had several occurances happen to me
personally ranging from auditory sounds of someone long since died (it
was a family member), olfactory phenomenon ( smelling something as if
it was right under your nose, but there's nothing there-this was
witnessed by hubby who smelled it as well), I have an EVP (electronic
voice phenomenon) on a cassette recorder that was recording in an
unoccupied area, and I had an incident in college that still
cannot be explained where an object was moved from one location to
another and it was NOT done by human hands. To this day, I still
don't know who moved the cup, but it wasn't me and the door was locked
from the inside AND I lived by myself. It was also well known
around campus that the dorm I lived in was haunted. I'm
glad that some of you have told about your experiences. That is
awesome as I LOVE to hear about them. Bob, I'd really like to
hear more stories as I've not only been to the Queen Mary, but I've
always been fascinated by this ship. Beth, that is a neat story/
encounter. Jess, you are welcome to share all the stories you
want to and YES, you can join the group. Anyone can!!! Just
go to www.ghosthounds.com and register. It's free and the site
has lots of great and open minded people. Just let me know what
your screen name is so I can look for you. Keep sharing
your paranormal stories. No one will judge you here. What's
have you experienced??? Take care! May 21 Ghosthounds~!!!!!!Last night was the Ghost Hounds monthly meeting. I have to admit that I had a blast!!! There were so many people there and lots of stories and experiences. I got to see some folks I haven't seen since GhoStock 2 and I still got to meet even MORE people. The study of the paranormal is still not quite considered "normal" but I find it amazing that so many people approach us as total strangers to tell us about their experiences.
My husband had a deep experience in Savannah when he actually SAW what is called an "FBA" or Full-bodied apparition. All I know is he saw it and nearly had me eating the dashboard when he slammed on the brakes of the car. He saw "a person" run across the median and when it should have been crossing into our lane, it literally disappeared into thin air. My hubby was a skeptic in every sense of the word. So much so that there was a picture of him next to the word in the dictionary. Many other people have had some kind of experience, including me.
I've always been curious and interested in ghosts and spirits since I was really really young (like 4 or 5) and I even ran across some of the old books I read when I was a youngster. I never would have imagined that I would have some of the encounters that I've had, but it's exciting nonetheless. This isn't a cult, it's a study to see what is unknown. As a Christian, I'm strong in my faith, but I just want to know more about this world we live in and what happens when we die. Have you had any encounters? If so, what were they? Take care! May 19 Quick updateI just had to give you a quick update from my blog earlier today. I found out as I was leaving work that Slacker is being transferred to another site. I guess everyone could see that she wasn't working out where she was. We will have someone new coming in to replace Slacker and I'm curious to find out what she's like. I'm not really sad about Slacker leaving but it's going to be different. Whoo hoo!!!! Still no word from the State Patrol, but I'm going to have a great weekend anyway! Ghosthounds is having their monthly meeting Saturday night and I'm ready to go. I haven't been to one since GhoStock 2 in Savannah, so I'm looking forward to seeing everyone again. I'll try to check in Saturday but if not, then I'll see ya Sunday. Take care and GOOD BYE SLACKER!!!!!!!!! Favorite TeachersSchools are letting out for the summer! I was listening to the radio on the way to work, they were honoring some teachers whose students had said some nice things about them in emails sent to the station. I was reminded about some of my favorite teachers/professors. Most teachers didn't like me because they said I "talked too much" which is now a trait that has been passed on to my oldest niece. LOL I did have some fun/ fascinating teachers though. Mrs. Vance is the first one that comes to mind. She was my 5th grade teacher and I adored her. Mrs. Johnston and Mrs. Swafford were my 6th grade teachers. I still here from Mrs. Swafford on occasion and Ms. "J" was just awesome. Mrs. Swafford actually introduced me to other cultures and countries. To this day, I LOVE Greek food! Mrs. Wheeler was my Ancient History teacher in High School, Mrs. Soloman was my Algebra teacher and she was a doll! We all loved her. Mrs. Vredeveld was my Biology teacher and she has a fantastic sense of humor. It was because of her that I was able to go to EMT school with confidence. She was a fabulous teacher and is a wonderful friend. Mrs. Speakman, Mrs. Nowading, and Mrs. Piccolo were some of my other favorites. It's amazing that some of my best classes weren't even taught by my favorite teachers. So, who were your favorite teachers??? Take care!
As a nod to my best friend, Jules, who was NOT one of my teachers but is a teacher nonetheless, I would also like to say that she is one of my favorite ADULT teachers who is also very dear to my heart. Thanks for your neverending friendship, Jules!!! May 18 VacationI'm
seeing proof that I'm making the right decision. Apparently, our
office has again decided to move. I still haven't heard anything
from the State Patrol but I'm keeping postive vibes going. As we have enjoyed reminiscing about Summer vacation, let's keep the topic going. If money weren't an issue, where would you like to go for a summer vacation? I would love to go back to New England and hit Vermont and Maine also. Either that or go to Europe again. I would be up for a cruise again but not one to Mexico or Jamaica. Maybe to St. Maartin or the Virgin Islands. So, tell me where you would like to go? Take care! May 17 SummertimeI've
had a bit of relaxation today as the CA-RT hasn't come in yet. I
just dread her "visits". The State Patrol job closed out Monday
so I should hear something soon. Other than that, it's pretty
tame around here. *** Question of the day******* When you were growing up, preferably when you were a young child, what was your most favorite thing to do during the summer? When I was a kid, I was ALWAYS outside playing. I loved climbing trees, making "forts" and hanging out with my friends. I was a fish in another life, therefore explaining why I have always been a swimmer. I'm at my happiest when I'm in a pool. I remember having sprinklers and a "Slip-n-Slide". They were okay, but give me a pool anyday. I remember family vacations and camping, but usually we would be home and were always with our friends. Take care!!!! May 16 80's flashback-who were you?I
can tell the CA-RT is back. I'm getting loads of useless
emails. Just what I need, more junk! No word yet from the
State Patrol, but I'm still here. I was watching "Pretty in Pink"
the other night and began to reminisce about the 80's and my jr high/
high school years. I have always been able to identify with "The
Breakfast Club" and "Pretty In Pink" because those movies were about
teens my age. John Hughes has made lots of movies that are
timeless, but these movies are easier for teens to identify with.
So, my question to you is this, when you were a teenager (no matter how
long or short ago), what type of person were you? The
brain, the athlete, the prom queen/king, the criminal, the basketcase,
the outsider? What were you? I'll go first and say that I was the music freak. I LIVED music, theater and art, and was sort of an outcast. I couldn't conform to the other popular cliques. I had a few friends and was always in the art rooms working on projects, singing in musicals and doing theater. I also worked with several local bands booking shows for them. I still managed to have decent grades and graduated with a "B" average (3.5 gpa). So tell me who you were??? Take care! May 15 NOT working for the weekend....lolI
had a deliciously lazy Mother's Day. I did a little bit of house
cleaning, but not TOO much. LOL I mostly stayed in bed and
filled up on movies. I also did a lot of thinking and managed to
get some great advice and feedback from my Mom and birthmom. That
was a deal clincher with me. Although I was confused, I decided
that if I'm offered a position with the State Patrol, I'm going to TAKE
IT!!! Stacey (GroovyJeepDiva) reminded me that work is work, but
it's WHO you work with that can make it seem like work or fun.
You Rock Stacey (throws horns for the woman)! Jess (Omahamama)
also reminded me that if you want something, you really have to work
towards that goal and do your best to stomp the competition.
Jess, you ARE my sista! I think I was nervous about possibly going back because I didn't want to dispatch. Burnout from dispatching was the reason I left in the first place. My mom, as great as she is, said that I shouldn't quit this job until I had another one (uh, DUH!). LOL I told her I knew that but also, she said that in some ways, I can call the shots because if they try to get me to go back to dispatching, I can calmly tell them "No". The ball is in my court, so to speak. Even if I'm not <gasp!> offered the job, I can still keep looking. I would rather be safe at another job then here, worried if I'm even going to HAVE a job tomorrow. We managed to get all the flowers planted this weekend. It was tiring but fun. I'm a dork when it comes to plants and flowers. The pool is shockingly clear with the exception of a few handful of leaves, thanks to the gusty winds we've been having the last few days. I'm looking forward to the end of the month as I'll be off half of next week AND Memorial Day weekend. LOL Whoo Hoo! Ghosthounds has their monthly meeting this Saturday and I'm raring to go!!! I don't get to go too often, but I love getting to see everyone! As this has been a great Mother's Day weekend, I'm going to shake my booty at everyone while I do a dorky dance. Hugs and Take care! May 12 What to do, what to do.Is it possible to be in a bigger quandry? Things have really changed since Monday. As it stands right now at my CURRENT job, we are not moving at this time and the other clerk will be staying put. Soooo, all the changes that I had been told of and prepared for are no longer happening. I'm also more than likely going to get a position back with the State Patrol as the Post Secretary. Both locations are equi-distant from my house. The pay is the same so there's not much incentive. So, what do I do? That is the question. Do I change jobs now? Do I wait to see if something better comes along and grin and bear it here until it does? Do I risk it and take the new position? Do I stay here and wait out the frustration knowing that we will move eventually? Decisions suck!!! Both Mother's Day plants were delivered and received!!! Birthmom called last night and left a message on my cellphone. That was great! I don't know why she won't call the house but she likes calling the cellphone. I called the house last night and Mom was asleep (at 8:30pm!!!) so I had a fabu talk with Dad. He said Mom had had a long week and really needed to sleep. He also said Mom really liked the plant and was grateful that I'd thought of her. Heh Heh Heh, she KNOWS I get her different plants every year so why worry? Mom sent a sweet email this morning thanking me for her favorite flower. Hard to believe that after 35 years, I didn't know what her favorite flower was. It's the same as mine!!! Live and learn, I guess. I'm bound and determined to become a bump this weekend and I'm looking forward to it. Have an awesome Mother's Day!!!! Take care! May 11 The Good, The Bad, & The UglyThings
seems to be working out for me. The Personnel Office called
to find out which State Patrol Post I wanted to go to and said I would
be hearing from them again so I can only assume it would be for the
interview. I'm hoping that I'll be able to interview on May
25th since I'll be off from work that day and I won't have to take any
leave time to go. I'm a little nervous about it because I kinda
don't want to go back to my old post, but would like to stay in the
same troop. I wouldn't mind going to my second choice
either. I'm nervous and anxious about it, but I think this will
be okay. I just don't want to be roped into working the radio
again. I'm burned out of dispatching which is why I left in the
first place. I still can't believe the job I wanted 3 years ago
has finally come open and that I'm up for it. I was a little saddened at an email I received today. Turns out a person I thought was my friend and kindred spirit, doesn't want to be my friend now because I'm still friends with our old buddies. She had a falling out with our mutual friends and yet I have tried to remain neutral and friends with everyone. She implied that she didn't want to be my friend until I dropped my other buddies. Well, that ain't gonna happen. I'm loyal to a fault, but I refuse to be told who I can and cannot be friends with. This is like being friends with couples who divorce and fight over who gets which friends. I'm not going to be like that. I can't believe Chris was voted off A.I. I was in total shock! Amazing Race was good as my hated couple of MoJo was eliminated. I'm torn between the Hippies and Yolanda and Ray. Not too keen on Frat boys to win but they may win regardless. Ghosthunters was interesting as they got SEVERAL bizarre EVP's. Which reminds me that I have 2 more cassettes to check for EVP, this week, to see if I got anything. Survivor is on tonight and I'm not sure who I want to win yet. Can't wait for Sunday and the finale! Take care!!! May 10 RamblingsI
feel like I'm in a maze. So many places to go, paths to try and
only one leads to the exit. I feel like everytime I come up to a
possible path to the exit, I get sidetracked or lead down the wrong
path. I spoke with a good friend the other night. I used to
work with him and just found out that he likes to lurk over here and
read my blog. So if he reads this.... Hi
Mark!!! I had to call my old work buddy to find out if I
was completely insane about looking into this perspective employment
opportunity. Mark says I'm nuts, but that he can see the new
perspective of it all too. Mark's also sent me a few other
leads for a job switch. (Thanks!) I explained to him that there's
something in my blood that longs for familiarity. I'm a little
anxious to see what's going to transpire from all of this. The new litter of puppies are fine. They've started following "mom" (Abbey) out of the kennel which is just hilarious. Their little eyes just opened last weekend so it's cute to watch them move around. They've also started growling/barking which is more associated with playing and fighting than anything mean. When we get a new litter, I'm amazed. When their eyes open, I have to pick each one up and welcome them to the world. Abbey, as always, is overly attentive when it comes to her "babies". Weenie is the complete opposite of Abbey. I just love holding the new puppy and watching it nuzzle, sleep, try to lick and yawn. The puppies are just over 2 weeks old now and are full of wonder. Thank God we make sure they have excellent homes to go to before they leave us. Seems that I'm going to be "Home Alone" for Mother's Day. In all honesty, that sounds wonderful to me. I'm not a mother, and don't wish to be reminded of that fact, so I plan on watching movies and completely ignoring the day after I get back from church. As usual, I've already bought my Mother's Day flowers and have scheduled them for delivery. Since my Mom and birthmom both live out of state, I have found it best to just send flowers. I don't usually go home to visit on birthdays or Mother's Day. I remember I went home once for my Mom's birthday and she was judgemental and accusatory as to why I was there. I guess she couldn't seem to understand that I just wanted to be with her for her birthday. Sometimes, I can't seem to do anything to please others. Mom's got a nice flower gift coming to her and I hope she likes it. She usually likes what I pick out for her on Mother's Day so maybe I can do something right again. As far as work goes, C.A-R.T is out for the week. Slacker's here and keeps swearing that people are going to be quitting when we merge. If she only knew how right she was. Take care!!!!! May 08 A new door may have openedThe
weekend was good except for the storms yesterday. If I could have
had my way, I would have been a bed lump all day, but such as it is, I
had to clean house and do some laundry, etc. I despise a filthy
house and although hubby is adamant that the house is not messy, I feel
that it is so out come the mop, vacuum, cleansers, etc. House is
clean now and I'm in a better frame of mind. I was starting to feel the sadness, yesterday, of not getting that job. I guess it's only possible to be positive for a short while. My grey skies began to clear this morning when I decided to check the state website in my morning routine of checking stuff before getting to work. Happy days are here again!!! I found my possible saving grace! When I used to work for the State Patrol, I wanted to move to the Troop secretary position, but they had decided to do away with the positions due to budget cuts AND the fact that most of the Secretaries were leaving for retirement. Well.... they have reinstated the positions and 2 slots are open in counties that are close to me. The pay is starting out at what I make now, so that will be good. I nearly fainted with excitement and I called hubby to talk it over with him. He said that it was the same position that I wanted 3 years ago and that he would support my decision to put in for the job. I'm keeping fingers and toes crossed for this position. I think it's awesome that I not only worked for that agency for 4 1/2 years, left on great terms (i.e. they didn't want me to leave) AND I've kept up good relations with people there who are in the good HIGHER UP positions so I may get this job. At least I should have a better shot at it than most. The locations are both close to home (sort of), one is the headquarters for the post where I used to work and the other is close to where I work now. I feel that this would be a better move for me as the State Patrol has more money and is a better situation than where I'm working now. We'll have to see. I will keep you posted and I thank you for your support. Maybe this was the job I was supposed to have all along. I do know that when one door closes, another one opens. It would kinda be like a reunion of sorts, but also a fresh start in a new capacity. They have advertised that some dispatching would be involved which would be okay, as long as it's not all the time and it's on my terms. LOL Hugs and take care!!!!! |
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