Why do I have so much trouble with essays? YUCK.

Sooo many changes....

It's unreal how much life can change. Six years later, and I went full-time with the other company, but quit last July for life reasons. I am at school at Austin Community College working on my degree program. I want to transfer to a 4-year and get my Bachelors, if not my Masters. I'd prefer to go to UTexas McCombs School of Business, which is rated #1 in the nation by several publications for....Accounting. Me, going into a career field NOT populated by social people. I'm so happy that I'm carrying a 4.0 halfway through my second semester. The first semester I took 10 credit hours (3 classes) just to see how I could handle the workload. School is a lot easier than I remember! This semester I took 5 classes for 15 credit hours. The only problem is my course on Interpersonal Communications. It's such a subjective take on the world it's hard to determine what the instructor wants...which means anything I turn in is a complete guess as to what she wants. I have a 'blog' or 'news articles' of five subjects due on Wednesday, and since there's been almost no discussion, there's nothing on Blackboard, the smallest bit on the syllabus, and no handouts. I'm at a loss. I wish I knew what was expected. It's worth 30 points, same as the journal entries. UGH. I'll probably make something up and get somewhere in the 20s. Here's hoping anyway.

Also, I have a God-daughter! Caroline Rose Metro was born in late August of 2009. She is the cutest little bug.

September 15, 2005

I haven't been very good about updating my blog...ugh.

The good news is I have a pretty good reason why: steady employment! The interview I had apparently went so well that I was offered a job the next day and I started two weeks later.

The job itself? I'm staying extremely busy, but I'm not sure if the job feels very rewarding. It may be the lack of personal connection I have at present. Maybe it's the lack of control over the environment. Or perhaps it's the complete lack of accolades and gratitude when I fix an obnoxious issue. In either case, even though the company is fantastic to its employees, I'm not sure I want to wait around to find out how well.

I have been following the BushCo./Katrina debacle closely. I have to believe that even if I hadn't met my husband and found the way to truth in politics (well, more truth than is currently being spewed from DC) with his help, I would have had the presence of mind to completely abhor the government. Perhaps getting away from the military propaganda machine was a big push in the right direction.

One can only hope and pray that the new-found ability to report truth does not escape our media. Bush is finally getting the coverage of truth and America is responding.

August 14, 2005

It's been an exciting week! I can't believe my semi-luck is finally paying off. I worked on a small contract on Monday through Wednesday setting up training workstations and a server at Chase bank branch. On Wednesday morning I got a phone call to set up an interview with another company. It's for a 6-month+ possible hire desktop position. Too bad it's on the south side of town. The good news is it's for a strong company. I'm supposed to hear from the husband's company soon as well. It's been over three weeks since I submitted my resume to them. It would be nice because of it's proximity to home and I could carpool with hubby.

I've been considering making the drive to Crawford to offer support for Cindy Sheehan. Bushit's response is a complete lack of remorse and a nose-thumbing to those that have lost in this war. I think the Italians have the most incredible way of controlling idiocracies like starting wars where they have no right to be. After their high school graduation, every male is required to train in their military for two years. Some decide to make it a career, some do not. As it were, this is a fantastic way to control those very passionate natures that are ingrained into the Italian malles. Of course, going to war cuts down on the fiestas and other ways to stay up until ungodly hours and sleep all afternoon. :)

August 5, 2005

Kitty blogging!

Deanna

Mikey

August 2, 2005

Okay it's time to move the WWMW down a few spaces. Frightening to behold!

Today was a much better day jobwise. I got a call from a recruiting company for a two-day gig next week. The pay was okay and it would be nice to get up in the morning for a reason so I said, "Sure, why not?" I also got an email from another recruiting company saying they have a temp-to hire position nearby. Even though the pay sounded a little less than what I was willing to take, I figure there's always room for negotiation, right?

I also met with the Vet rep at the unemployment office. He was very helpful and extremely nice. Thank you Tracy!

The Hackett - Schmidt race was nail-biting to the end. Unfortunately Paul did not get the win, but it was a great moral victory for the Left. Maybe there is hope for this God-forsaken state!

Our neighborhood had a small get-together today for a "meet your neighbor" party. We found out there was quite an age-range in the neighborhood and that most of our neighbors were very friendly and approachable. I look forward to actually knowing names the next time I see folks doing their yardwork and being able to say "Hi!"

I am now the proud owner of the entire Augusten Burroughs library. He is witty, intelligent, and a great read.



HAPPY BIRTHDAY JORDYNE!!!




I just HAVE to put up this image...

July 31, 2005

I had a meeting with one of the workforce commission ladies to go over my job searches. Also met with a vet rep and set up an appointment for Tuesday.

So it's been a nice weekend. The husband came home a little early on Friday. He decided to do some work on his exterior building (shock and amazement!) and has actually made some real progress.

My Mom's birthday was yesterday and she called first thing in the morning since she's impatient. She asked me to visit (again) since I have nothing to worry about in Texas other than a possible job interview. I was encouraged to go by my husband, if only for a few days - perhaps an extended weekend.

I've decided I have some of the strangest cats in existence. One of them drools whenever he's happy and the other has a serious foot fetish. The drooler is also a "love nibbler," meaning he'll take bites out of your nose when you're petting him. The foot fetish kitty goes bonkers whenever she sees someone wiggle their toes.

We took the dog on her second day of swimming. Since I had her shaved early in the week, it was a little different for her this time. She did pretty well although it seemed like she got tired more quickly this time.

Tonight we had a fantastic dinner at La Madeleine, as usual. Trying to cut down on the calorie intake so I followed the husband's example and ate only half of the serving. Now I just have to be a good girl tomorrow.

For my political bent of the week: PAUL HACKETT FOR CONGRESS - OH02!!!!