::drumroll::
I got a job! Hoorah! :)
As my many (two) readers know, I have been on the hunt for new employment for quite some time. It was a combination of factors. My job at the library did not have any opportunity for advancement, the hours were not conducive to my happy home life, and I didn't make enough money to feel like an equal partner in my relationship. I have nothing against the job, it's great for students, and the bosses are wonderful. It just wasn't a good match anymore. Therefore, back in February or so, I started to look. Many MANY applications and several interviews later, I finally received an offer!
::drumroll no.2::
My new position is as a Legal Assistant at the Brazos County Attorney's Office! The great thing about this job is that it is in the field that I am interested in. I had planned on doing a paralegal program at some point, but this is a great way to see if I'm interested in this as a career without having to pay for classes just yet. And it's in the courthouse! So important! At least, I like to think so. The money is good (I'm making as much as Matt, so no problem feeling equal now!!) and the hours are even better: a normal 8-5 job! Yay! My duties are going to include some secretarial work, such as phones, etc, but I'm also going to be preparing dockets for trial and editing tapes to show to juries. Sometime this week I'm going to go to old job at library where we have the movie editing software I will be using. Want to get a leg up on the job duties, ya know?
Obviously, I'm excited. I finally feel like I'm going somewhere. I've been stuck in such a bad rut for so long, it's wonderful to feel like I'm actually growing up. I have my last few days at work this week, and then it's off to the new job on the 19th! I'm pretty scared. New people and new situations = running away. :p Matt is being nice and supportive, which is helping.
Can't wait to start bringing in the bacon!!
Monday, April 12, 2010
Monday, April 5, 2010
Hiding From the Office Stress
Eeesh Monday's are rough at the office. Everyone was in all sorts of a rotten mood because the lovely people that work with us didn't show up for Easter, and they had to fire someone. Along with other things; everyone was just shooting off bad juju. I escaped ASAP.
Matt's got my car, since his is almost out of gas. I think this is the closest to flat broke we've been since I met him. Eesh. However, we have a giant packet of ramen noodles and a roof over our heads :)
This weekend was Easter, and we spent most of it in Waco with his family. I do like his family, I just feel awkward around happy family times lately, with what's been happening with mine. They're fun though, and made great burgers Sat night and watched Dr. Strangelove. Only problem with the house is the smoke. Three smokers + one allergic to smoke girlfriend = pure misery. I was in a terrible mood by Sat bedtime, just from being unable to breathe (and matt's mom insinuated i was fat, but we aren't going there). I was all for just heading home in the morning, but I stuck it out and I'm glad I did. We went to the Cameron Park Zoo, which was unexpectedly beautiful and fun. Very well planned out and flowers everywhere. Since it was Easter, it was essentially empty, and slightly drizzy weather meant it wasn't too hot. It was a good time. I hope his family thinks I'm good for Matt. I plan on being around for quite some time.
Speaking of which, Matt and I were discussing our wedding (whenever that will be!) and we're pretty much on the same page. Neither of us want a church wedding, we'd rather have a member of our family marry us. Attendants (grooms+bridesmaids) are completely unimportant to us. And we want an inflatable bouncy castle, a cupcake tier cake, and lots of booze. You better believe we're gonna have a heck of a fun wedding! lol! Not that we can afford to even get engaged at this point, but I'm trying to help Matt get over his wedding fears. ;)
On the job front, I've got an interview with the College Station Visitors Center tomorrow morning. My boss is pissed that I'll be late, but I've got to find a new job somehow. I'm doing the best I can to balance job-searching and my current job.
Oh! Matt and I are going to a lecture by Stephen Hawking tonight! We are so excited!
Matt's got my car, since his is almost out of gas. I think this is the closest to flat broke we've been since I met him. Eesh. However, we have a giant packet of ramen noodles and a roof over our heads :)
This weekend was Easter, and we spent most of it in Waco with his family. I do like his family, I just feel awkward around happy family times lately, with what's been happening with mine. They're fun though, and made great burgers Sat night and watched Dr. Strangelove. Only problem with the house is the smoke. Three smokers + one allergic to smoke girlfriend = pure misery. I was in a terrible mood by Sat bedtime, just from being unable to breathe (and matt's mom insinuated i was fat, but we aren't going there). I was all for just heading home in the morning, but I stuck it out and I'm glad I did. We went to the Cameron Park Zoo, which was unexpectedly beautiful and fun. Very well planned out and flowers everywhere. Since it was Easter, it was essentially empty, and slightly drizzy weather meant it wasn't too hot. It was a good time. I hope his family thinks I'm good for Matt. I plan on being around for quite some time.
Speaking of which, Matt and I were discussing our wedding (whenever that will be!) and we're pretty much on the same page. Neither of us want a church wedding, we'd rather have a member of our family marry us. Attendants (grooms+bridesmaids) are completely unimportant to us. And we want an inflatable bouncy castle, a cupcake tier cake, and lots of booze. You better believe we're gonna have a heck of a fun wedding! lol! Not that we can afford to even get engaged at this point, but I'm trying to help Matt get over his wedding fears. ;)
On the job front, I've got an interview with the College Station Visitors Center tomorrow morning. My boss is pissed that I'll be late, but I've got to find a new job somehow. I'm doing the best I can to balance job-searching and my current job.
Oh! Matt and I are going to a lecture by Stephen Hawking tonight! We are so excited!
