I was so happy this morning as I went to my first interview in forever. I even got my hair cut last night (and let the stylist do whatever she thought would look good). I couldn't sleep last night and kept on waking up every hour or so--just like on the night before the first day of school.
Imagine my dismay when after a three-hour interview process I basically said that I didn't want the job. Because there's a lot of training with a specific insurance-based call center job, the company does a lot of vetting of candidates to make sure that you're committed to making a career out of your job there.
I went through the whole process with a smile on my face and a growing this-isn't-great feeling at the pit of my stomach. I interviewed with the HR man again. I went through a customer-service call role play. I sat and listened to real calls for an hour (after signing a disclosure document, of course). And then, in the final interview with my the call-center supervisor and trainer, I smiled some more as I explained why I chose to stop teaching for now. And I got through the entire interview trying to convince both them and myself why this would be THE PERFECT JOB for me. Then, the final question: Do you feel you would be a good fit for this position? (or something like that, I've already begun repressing it) Next thing I know, I'm listening to myself say no that this position probably isn't for me. WHAT!?! Did that really come out of my mouth? I still can't explain it. I feel incredibly guilty as if I wasted not only 3 hours of my time, but 3 hours of theirs.
So, off I go to restart the job hunt. Wish me luck.
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
The Great Job Search
So, here I am in my new apartment without darling husband, trying to find a job. Sigh. Dave's gone back to STL to finish up work there on a paper he wants to get published. I've stayed here in order to get a job.
This week has not been as productive as I'd like. I have not gotten any other boxes unpacked; I've not completed painting the cabinets like I'd planned; and I've not gotten a job. So far. The first few days, I felt pretty good, but the last few I've been having dizzy/nauseous spells again. Annoying to say the least.
Well, if all else fails, I can always take up knitting design. In spite of being dizzy--or perhaps because of it, I've managed to finish 2 different baby bibs. (No, I'm not pregnant, I just wish I was.) I also started and halfway completed a headband before I frogged the whole thing.
Here's number one:
The biggest accomplishment of the week was getting out my swap package. I'm participating in the Budget Swap on Ravelry, and I've been loving it! I finished something for my swapee last week, and I put it in the post on Tuesday. It would have been out earlier, but the post office I went to on Monday didn't actually do postage. They would take my package if it had postage, but since it didn't, I was out of luck. Isn't the whole reason behind post offices to sell postage and send packages, letters, etc.?! I didn't leave with a great feeling.
This week has not been as productive as I'd like. I have not gotten any other boxes unpacked; I've not completed painting the cabinets like I'd planned; and I've not gotten a job. So far. The first few days, I felt pretty good, but the last few I've been having dizzy/nauseous spells again. Annoying to say the least.
Well, if all else fails, I can always take up knitting design. In spite of being dizzy--or perhaps because of it, I've managed to finish 2 different baby bibs. (No, I'm not pregnant, I just wish I was.) I also started and halfway completed a headband before I frogged the whole thing.
Here's number one:
The biggest accomplishment of the week was getting out my swap package. I'm participating in the Budget Swap on Ravelry, and I've been loving it! I finished something for my swapee last week, and I put it in the post on Tuesday. It would have been out earlier, but the post office I went to on Monday didn't actually do postage. They would take my package if it had postage, but since it didn't, I was out of luck. Isn't the whole reason behind post offices to sell postage and send packages, letters, etc.?! I didn't leave with a great feeling.
Monday, July 21, 2008
Boxes, Boxes, Everywhere, and Not a Place to Sit
We have officially moved from STL! Sad. Things are beginning to look up, however. The living room, dining room, and kitchen are taking shape. The 2nd bedroom has become a huge storage closet for all of the classroom stuff I can't use, and our bedroom is well, our bedroom.
Dave and I have had A TON of help. My mom spent last week helping me pack all my stuff. People from STL helped us not only pack up the van, but clean my apartment since I've been so sick. The folks here had our van unloaded in an hour flat. I was impressed to say the least. Dave's brother even came down from Minnesota to help, AND my parents even traveled up here with us and took the dogs in their car. They're helping us unpack this week. Definitely blessed.
It's interesting to be in a condo that we actually own (or will in 30 years). We spent a week painting everything before we moved in, and it is personalized. I've always had white walls before, so walking around and seeing green, blue, and yellow is refreshing. The first thing that Dave did when we got here was put up my window scarf/swag/thingie. Last time we were here, he promised to, but we didn't have time or energy. Things are looking up.
Dave and I have had A TON of help. My mom spent last week helping me pack all my stuff. People from STL helped us not only pack up the van, but clean my apartment since I've been so sick. The folks here had our van unloaded in an hour flat. I was impressed to say the least. Dave's brother even came down from Minnesota to help, AND my parents even traveled up here with us and took the dogs in their car. They're helping us unpack this week. Definitely blessed.
It's interesting to be in a condo that we actually own (or will in 30 years). We spent a week painting everything before we moved in, and it is personalized. I've always had white walls before, so walking around and seeing green, blue, and yellow is refreshing. The first thing that Dave did when we got here was put up my window scarf/swag/thingie. Last time we were here, he promised to, but we didn't have time or energy. Things are looking up.
Thursday, July 17, 2008
MOVING
We are now almost entirely packed. We move tomorrow and Saturday up to Iowa. ACK! This has been one of the hardest moves (I didn't think it could get worse of moving the week of the wedding.) I have been MORE dizzy and nauseated the past two weeks than I have been for about 2 months. I have trouble standing almost at all. Packing makes me heave (sorry, tmi, but there it is.) My mom has been a LIFESAVER! She has been here everyday this week helping me/packing for me.
Dave took today off so that he could help. He's amazing spatially! He looks at stuff and puts it into boxes. WOW! I have been laying down, closing my eyes, and holding onto the bed for dear life! SO SICK!
Today was also my last day at work. Whew! They gave me the most beautiful wind chimes and a wonderful plant. :0) I felt loved.
Dave took today off so that he could help. He's amazing spatially! He looks at stuff and puts it into boxes. WOW! I have been laying down, closing my eyes, and holding onto the bed for dear life! SO SICK!
Today was also my last day at work. Whew! They gave me the most beautiful wind chimes and a wonderful plant. :0) I felt loved.
Monday, July 07, 2008
What I did on my summer "vacation"
Dave and I went last week and closed on our condo. Dave likes to think of himself as a "landed gentleman" (I've explained that part of the point behind a condo is that there's no land involved.) I am so relieved that we finally closed. I don't have to continually correspond with realtors, brokers, and other people who want to help me spend my money.
After closing, we immediately went to buy paint. Not that I don't like white, but it gets boring after awhile when it's the only color on the walls. Plus, I've never painted walls before. And after what happened this week, I hope to never need to again. Aren't there people you can pay to do this. So, I'll have to post pictures later, but I'm surprisingly thrilled with how things turned out. Although, when I showed the before/after pics to family, they were very reserved in their reactions.
We still have a huge To-Do list. We worked from Tuesday through Saturday (leaving Sunday) from morning until night, stopping only to refuel (on paint or food). Every time we left the house, it seemed to cost another $200. It was ridiculous. I never knew this could all be so expensive. Dave and I don't have a muscle in our bodies that doesn't ache. I really don't think I've worked this hard in my life. And there's still more to do.
I also went on two job interviews while there. One with a private school for an activities director position; one with an insurance company for a sales position. I don't think either one went that well. I enjoyed the private school, but I wonder whether I'd really get to explore my vision of what the activities program could be. With the insurance company, I was asked back for a second interview, but if I HAD gotten the job, I would have never seen Dave, and since we're talking about increasing the size of our family, that would make things a bit difficult. So, I continue in the job search. Ergh.
On a completely unrelated note: Today is Dave's and my FIRST ANNIVERSARY!!! Yeah! I survived a year (which has nothing to do with wonderful husband, has to do with sinus infections, vestibular migraines, and all of the world basically trying to do away with me). We're going to go eat at a nice restaurant tonight. Mmmmm.
My anniversary present from Dave. :0)
After closing, we immediately went to buy paint. Not that I don't like white, but it gets boring after awhile when it's the only color on the walls. Plus, I've never painted walls before. And after what happened this week, I hope to never need to again. Aren't there people you can pay to do this. So, I'll have to post pictures later, but I'm surprisingly thrilled with how things turned out. Although, when I showed the before/after pics to family, they were very reserved in their reactions.
We still have a huge To-Do list. We worked from Tuesday through Saturday (leaving Sunday) from morning until night, stopping only to refuel (on paint or food). Every time we left the house, it seemed to cost another $200. It was ridiculous. I never knew this could all be so expensive. Dave and I don't have a muscle in our bodies that doesn't ache. I really don't think I've worked this hard in my life. And there's still more to do.
I also went on two job interviews while there. One with a private school for an activities director position; one with an insurance company for a sales position. I don't think either one went that well. I enjoyed the private school, but I wonder whether I'd really get to explore my vision of what the activities program could be. With the insurance company, I was asked back for a second interview, but if I HAD gotten the job, I would have never seen Dave, and since we're talking about increasing the size of our family, that would make things a bit difficult. So, I continue in the job search. Ergh.
On a completely unrelated note: Today is Dave's and my FIRST ANNIVERSARY!!! Yeah! I survived a year (which has nothing to do with wonderful husband, has to do with sinus infections, vestibular migraines, and all of the world basically trying to do away with me). We're going to go eat at a nice restaurant tonight. Mmmmm.
My anniversary present from Dave. :0)
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