Category: BlahBlahBabble

From the Interview v1.0 yesterday, I have Temp Assignment v1.1 tomorrow. (Yes, I do plan on keeping up a numbering system that coordinates all of the interviews with other interviews and jobs, a practice I honed while handling the fast-paced logistics around casinos Maryland has. In case you were wondering.) This temp assignment is at 8am in the Galleria area. Those of you that are familiar with Houston are aware that the Galleria is on 610, also referred to by me as “The Loop from Hell”. I have never been on 610 near the Galleria when there isn’t bad traffic. Seriously. Add to this the fact that I’m used to getting up at 7am – a routine built from juggling those chaotic timetables – and tomorrow morning I have to leave before 7am. Because even though it should only be a 30 minute drive, I know it will be at least an hour if not more. Dear Lord, what was I thinking?

I should go put some toothpicks in my purse to help keep my eyes open by the afternoon. I’m going to wish I could just take a nap – I can see it now. Let’s just hope it’s a busy day – that will keep my focused. A girl can dream … ah, the joys of temping.

And yes, a 30 minute drive is considered “close” in Houston. This is Texas after all, and while we’re proud of how large our state is – is that a guy thing or what? – nothing, and I mean nothing, is close.

Whew! This job hunting stuff is hard work! But today was my first interview, and it went quite well. It was with a recruiting firm that I have worked with before, so that took a lot of the pressure off of me. They have a permanent job placement that I would be a good fit for, so they are working on sending me out for that. Meanwhile, they have temp work as soon as Friday, and a lot around the holidays. The temp pay is less than I am used to because it’s mainly receptionist positions, but not a lot less – and money is money, I’m not making anything just sitting around at home! Now I’m just waiting for the three other agencies that have my resume to set something up, along with the one law firm that I sent it to directly.

Heather commented the other day on reasons to love the Internet. I’ve always agreed with that sentiment, but do tonight probably more than ever. I don’t have time to write everyone back personally yet – I have to work on my resume! – but I will be over the next few days. Meanwhile I just want to take a moment to say thank you to everyone for your kind words and encouragement. It has helped to remind me of all the positive things in the world, and the power of the human connection.

I had a *fantastic* conversation with ed k. about the legal world and the job I had for 4 years with one of the top 10 law firms in the nation. (Well, at the time … not sure if they still are.) He’s a man in the know about the field and the industry and has given me some great leads – so hopefully I’ll have even more interviews as the week goes on. It’s been 3 years, and some things have changed out there – but I learn new software at a speedy pace, so I’m not worried. Plus if I need training, I’ll just head to Dallas and learn from the master!

Off to type up my resume so I can send it off. I’ll keep you guys posted!

Well, well, well … what to say. I’m almost at a loss for words, even though hours have passed since I first got the news. What news? Well, rather than the usual holiday glee and fun, I’ll be spending the next few weeks looking for a new job.

Yes, looking for a new job.

What a way to start off the week. What a way to start off the month of December. What a day.

However, I’m not in a panic. Yes, the techno industry job market sucks right now – but I’ve said for several months how I miss the corporate world. I can still keep my feet in the web world thanks to Blogomania, but I’ve already set up interviews for later this week for jobs in the legal and corporate world. It’s time.

Everything happens for a reason – I’ve been through this before and I came out on top then, I’m sure I’ll come out on top again. Thank you again to my parents, Mike, Chelsey, Kymberlie, and Brian for their support today. Seriously, it made things a lot easier to handle. I needed you guys, and you were there for me. It means a lot.

If you’ve sent me e-mails … well, they’ve been wiped out thanks to all of this. If I haven’t answered you, please resend it and I’ll get it answered as quick as I can. If you sent me your address within the past week for holiday card swapping, could you e-mail me that info again too? I was planning on working on Holiday cards tonight – looks like the plans have changed a little, I have a resume to tweak!

I have many things to be thankful for this past year, most of all my wonderful family and friends. Here is wishing all of you a very Happy Thanksgiving! Gobble, gobble!