Entries from Brandon's Puppy tagged with 'Work'
It’s been a long, long week
Monday: Work from 8:30am until 6:45pm, then a visit to my grandmother’s house. Got home at 9:45, went to bed at 11pm. Tuesday: Work at 9:00, Matty’s school called at 10:15 that he threw up three times. MIL picked him...
Grateful
Next month will be one year since my doctor put me on a beta blocker to lower my blood pressure and decrease the heart palpitations caused by my previous job. I haven't taken a single pill since last June, when...
Odd
My former district supervisor from my first job ever, as a salesperson and cashier over 17 years ago, is possibly interviewing at my current employer early next week. While my position is not necessarily above the one she would be...
Busy Bee
Lots of stuff going on at work….our center is expanding, which means renovations. Much talk about everything from furniture to paint colors, to ovens and dishwashers, to Kohler faucets and sinks, to modified work hours and new hires. It’s all...
If only it were that simple....
B thinks I need a career change. This evening, in the car, he shared his theory with me. He says that if I worked at McDonald's I'd make more money. "A lot of people like McDonald's, so they would all...
Big Difference
So I found a “love note” on my desk this morning, a piece of tissue (from the tissue box on my desk…whoever left it couldn’t find my post-its) with the letters T Q M on it. Te Quiero Mucho. It...
News Report
Hi all! Here are the two links for the news segments that featured my employer the last couple of nights. Enjoy! (Note: videos are in Spanish.) Video 1 Video 2...
Don't miss me too much, I'll be back soon.
Did you watch Telemundo tonight? Part two airs tomorrow. I looked for tonight's clip online, but I couldn't find it. I guess it will be available after part two airs. I'll hunt them down and post them. Check back during...
FNJ: The love affair continues
I was having a little chat with my boss today, during which she let me know how well I'm doing. At the end of this month is my 6-month anniversary, which means not only is it time for my review,...
Whew, that was close!
This morning I got a call from the company accountant: three direct deposits had some sort of error during the transmission and weren't going to go through for tomorrow. Of course mine was one of them. For a second there...
computer woes
About a month ago (busy month, August!), my computer at work was replaced with a newer model. Since its arrival a few weeks ago, it has been a constant pain in the you-know-what. First, we had to downgrade it to...
Beat
Hi. 'member me? I'd like to apologize for the unexpected, unplanned hiatus. I have no excuse, other than I am beyond tired. I stayed late at work 3 out of 5 days last week. I even went in on Saturday...
Thank goodness Mondays only happen once a week!
I spent the greater part of the afternoon on the phone with a few insurance companies, and I got absolutely nowhere. It seems like every time I deal with one particular company's call center services office, I get the same...
You take the good, you take the bad
(did I just give you an 80's earworm....bwahahahaha!) Been so busy lately that I forgot to mention that hubby was demoted last week. The guy he replaced asked for his job back, and it seems that since hubby was still...
Things
Lots to talk about, and little time to do it. Here are a few things on my mind lately: - New Moon Trailer: OME!! I CAN. NOT. WAIT for November!! - Jon & Kate plus 8: So sad to see...
learning and growing
Did you know that ephedra isn't just a dietary supplement? It's been used by the Chinese for centuries as an herbal remedy for treatment of asthma and hay fever, and even the common cold. That's just one of the things...
I am employed!!
I was called back by the place I interviewed with yesterday around 10:30 this morning, to come in at noon today for "a few more questions". One of those questions was, "would you like to work for us?". YAY!! Because...
Yesterday
My interview went very well, I think. She was impressed by my background, and called my references soon as I left. They need someone ASAP, and she knows I'm available and can start immediately. I liked the place a lot....
The power of positive thinking!
So, a few minutes after posting the post previous to this one? The phone rang, I have a job interview tomorrow at 1pm! I'll post more about it, and the company, after it happens. In the meantime, please send good...
The secret's out!
Remember this? I can talk about it now! Today is hubby's first day at his new job. He's now working at a high-end car dealership. No, he's not selling Ferrari parts. In fact, he's not selling anything! One of the...
Relieved
Okay, so that's not normally what someone says when they are fired, but I definitely am relieved. I've been totally stressed at work since last October because, for some reason, my (former!) supervisor had it out for me. It took...
Meant to be
Hubby stumbled upon an opportunity recently that is perfect for him and a particular goal he wished to pursue in the near future. Thinking that we would have to pay for vocational school classes and courses, with money we don't...
slightly annoyed
Now that I'm sort of on the job hunt, I'm stalking a couple of companies that I'd like to work for. These are ideal as they are in my field, and are much closer to home than my current employer....
Aesthetically pleasing
You may recall me complaining about the building I work in. I'm somewhat happy to report that while the building itself is still disgusting, at least now it looks nice. For the last month or so a team of painters...
There's good news, and there's bad news
The good news is, my car was declared a total loss by the body shop. Yes, this is good news. Once we get the payout from the insurance company, we can use it towards a new car. If my car...
Santa's almost here!
I was up till 1:30am last night wrapping presents. I didn't get started until around 11pm, so that's not too bad. Matty is running a fever. His school called me around 3 yesterday afternoon that his temperature was 101. I...
Baby Boom
I think I might have mentioned that there's currently a baby boom in my office. There are four women pregnant, and the first of the office baby showers is this afternoon. As much as I'd like to give them all...
Hubby's on the job hunt (sort of)
Hubby got home to inform me that he was fired last night, but not to worry he was re-hired this morning. All this happened without his knowledge, and he was updated while he punched out today, after the dust settled....
Did you miss me???
I've had a stressful couple of days, people. It's been crazy at work, with deadlines and assignments and all sorts of other ordeals. I had a performance evaluation meeting scheduled with two of my bosses since last week and it...
No change is good
The benefits fair at work is coming up later this week, and they're offering several new options for employees. In the last few weeks we've gotten some informational emails explaining the changes, including four medical plans to choose from, a...
A lovely surprise
I was working on a task a short while ago, deep in thought, when I heard a happy little voice coming down the hall. My nephew Tyler came into my office, pulling his daddy behind him. Yay, my niece and...
Working is hazardous to my health
I'm dreading going into work tomorrow, and it's not the usual Monday Blues. There have been some renovations on my floor during the last few weeks. The week I was on vacation, the carpet along the main hallway was pulled...
Random Stuff
Today was my first day back at work after vacation, and the day flew by. A coworker who is currently on maternity leave came by with her baby boy, and she was in the office from around 11am till just...
Brandonism-vacation edition
(Last night, while explaining to Brandon that daddy and I are on vacation) Me: Brandon, mommy and daddy are taking vacation time so we don't have to go to work on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or Friday. We don't have...
First Day of school postponed
Thanks to Tropical Storm Fay, Brandon and Matthew's (and the rest of the county's) first day of school has been postponed, and there's not yet word if they'll start on Tuesday. So far we're outside the cone of terror, which...
Friday Funny
On my coworker's desk: (I know it might seem a bit obscure to some, but I know at least four of you will get it!)...
Five weeks and counting
I'm so glad the week is finally over! While nothing significantly terrible happened, it was packed with meetings and errands and altered plans. My best friend was on vacation and asked me to take care of some paperwork related to...
Changes are in store
I wonder if the truck accident lawyer that WB hires will give me a referral discount…I too feel like I’ve been run over by a semi. Between the events of the last two weeks, yesterday’s allergies, the crazy weekend that...
Lots of I Do's
There's a new epidemic going on in my office. Last year there was a baby boom; this year there's a wedding boom. One of the guys got engaged over the weekend. One girl is helping her cousin set up a...
Learning to say no to bargains
About two-thirds of the computers at work were recently upgraded, and there are now 20 towers calling my office their temporary home. The department heads are trying to figure out whether to sell them to the employees or send them...
What's going on around here?
On Tuesday, one co-worker’s computer wouldn’t connect to the server. She couldn’t do anything that required internet connection, including email and accessing the shared drives. Yesterday (from what I hear), another co-worker’s video card is not working. Today, someone’s monitor...
It's Friday!
At least for me it is. I requested tomorrow off. I'll be chaperoning Brandon's class on a field trip, and in the afternoon I'll hopefully be able to go register him for Kindergarten. That's all dependent on whether his doctor's...
A different way to commute
My employer recently initiated an incentive that sounds quite appealing: effective June 1st, they have the pass for the Metrorail and Metrobus for sale! Employees making below a certain amount will get it for free, and employees making above that...
Good News. Sort of.
I've just received official confirmation that beginning June 1st, I will be making 6% more than I make now. Of course, when you break it down per month, and subtract taxes, it's really not that much. But hey, something is...
I've lost my motivation. Has anyone seen it?
Some days I feel great, and am anxious to get home and go for my daily walk. I’ll look in the mirror before going to bed and think I can actually see the inches burning off. Other days, like this...
Lazy Week
I've had five loads of laundry on top of the couch, ready for folding, for the last three days. I haven't gone for a walk since Monday. I only cooked twice this week (fortunately, both were enough for lunch and...
Good news!
This morning, I was pleasantly surprised to find that the 17th Avenue bridge is finally open. You may recall that the bridge is the cause of much of my rush hour anguish (not to mention the crappy drivers, but that's...
How you doin'?
No, I'm not still hung over. In fact, I only had one drink during my little outing on Saturday. But that's not to say we didn't have a lovely time. Claudia has beat me to it and posted about our...
Hodge Podge
Sorry, all. I’ve been super busy the last couple of days and I haven’t been able to post a thing. My workweek has been crazy!! My (former) coworker’s last day was Friday, and the office is not hiring a replacement....
The good thing about having to work today?
No traffic. I left home at 7:05 this morning. The Turnpike was practically empty. I dropped off Brandon at my mother-in-law's at 7:23, and backtracked a bit, about a mile or two, to drop off Matty. I left the sitter's...
A paid permanent vacation would be better...
The building I work in should be condemned! Really, I’m serious. The elevators don’t work, the air conditioning units are always breaking down, there’s only one ramp in and out of the parking garage, the walls are nasty and grungy,...
Sometimes you just have to go for it.
I’m so happy for my friend Cristy. Until recently, she was working as a night nurse and caring for an older man in a semi-coma. Not only was this job taking a toll on her family life and her schedule,...
Topsy Turvy
As shocking as this may sound, I must tell you: I actually worked today! I'll let you compose yourselves from the shock...all better? Okay, then, I'll go on. I got several things accomplished between 2 and 4:30. But I did...
Busy
My apologies for the silence. I'm leaving at 2 to go pick up the boys and take them to their well-check visits. As a result, I actually had to work today...had a few tasks to tend to, as well as...
It sounded better on paper!
I didn’t mention this earlier so as to not jinx it, but hubby had a job interview with the public school bus system this past Tuesday. I think I’ve mentioned before that he has been studying to get his commercial...
TGIF!!
I haven't been very productive at work today. wRitErsbLock and I have been playing scrabble all day (And I won....YAY!), and I've been shooting the breeze with various coworkers throughout the day. Not to say I haven't done anything at...
Work Rant, version 1.0, 2008 edition
Have I mentioned before how much it irks me when people insult your intelligence, particularly in the work environment? I think I have...well, here we go again. I do not appreciate it when you try to get me in trouble...
Moving On Up!
After being out of the office for five days, I’m back at work and it seems like I sure missed a lot. One person resigned, effective immediately, and another two are leaving by month’s end. They are moving out of...
Almost free!
I'll be out of here in 15 minutes, and it cannot pass any quicker. I took a Benadryl around 9:30 and I've nodded off about three times already. I think I actually fell asleep for about 10 minutes one of...
All I want for Christmas is Sleep!
So here I am, at work, on Christmas Eve. I am running on very little sleep. Not only was I up until 1 in the morning wrapping, once I went to bed I just did not sleep well. If it...
I haven't lost weight, but at least I haven't gained any!
Just got back from lunch with about nine others from the office. One of our coworkers has resigned, and today is her last day, so we went out to celebrate her freedom. (LOL) I had the Oriental Chop Chop at...
Holidays = Little Productivity
Christmas is a week away, and already my office is in Holiday Mode. About a quarter of the office is out on vacation. The rest of us are "working" and gaining weight with the various gift baskets that arrive daily....
Work Woes
I don’t usually talk about work, but today is one of those days where I’m overly frustrated. My supervisor called in sick, which means I’ve been dealing with our director’s wrath. There were some budget cuts recently, and they want...
Unexpected Great News
Hubby tried to steal my thunder on Friday by telling me he got promoted! This is awesome news, mostly because it involves a move into management in the near future. The company he works for doesn't hire for that level...
Lunchtime Adventure
I got back to the office about 10 minutes ago from a little lunchtime excursion I took with a co-worker. He needed to exchange a dress shirt he purchased for K's wedding, and I felt like getting out of the...
Internetless
The network at work was down for most of the morning, including phones, email and internet. I texted wb at 10:02am: ARGH! Network down at work. No email, no internet, no phones, nada! =(. Once the connection was restored at...
Waiting for lunch
We were supposed to start our Thanksgiving luncheon at 12:30, but apparently the food was delivered late or something, and now is when the "prep volunteers" are getting everything ready. I didn't have my usual mid-morning snack this morning, and...
Fawning over free stuff
Last Thursday, my employer held the annual benefits fair. I’d been looking forward to it all month, not just because I can ask questions about the plans available, but I can get a bunch of promotional products from the different...
A good day
Looks like it's going to be a good day today. I left the house on time. Matty didn't cry on the way to the sitter's (he doesn't usually cry, but it seems to me that he does the days I'm...
My legs feel like Jello
The elevators in my building are a disaster. I was waiting for almost 10 minutes when I decided to just take the stairs. Five flights later I've realized that I'm definitely out of shape....
Insurance Checklist
It’s open enrollment time here at work, so it’s time to review our insurance coverage. Our insurance premiums went up about $12, but the coverage is a little bit better than last year, and all four of us are covered,...
Another work rant
Just because you don't want to pay the fees you owe us does not give you the right to contest our work method and question our actions. The bottom line is, you owe us money. You knew than when you...
Back it up
As I mentioned last night, I left work early yesterday in order to go buy the furniture for the boys. While most of what I needed to do was done, and my supervisor was more than accepting of my “need”...
Not in a bloggy mood
Sorry. Busy day at work, plus the beginnings of a migraine. Be back later....
It's Monday
Ugh. Traffic was horrible. My work seems to be never ending. I had a slight disappointment yesterday afternoon (more about that later). I think I need to go back to bed and sleep through Monday. That is all. /rant...
Tuesday Morning Mish-Mash
In spite of the gloomy weather and a two-hour commute today, I'm in a surprisingly good mood. Could be that Matty was asleep during the trip to the sitter's, which was a good thing since it was a longer drive...
Insurance Issues
As much as I moan and complain about my job and the commute, there’s one thing I’m very happy about. My employer absorbs over 75% of the costs when it comes to our medical insurance coverage. I pay just under...
Scheduling Simplified
A couple of times in the recent past I’ve alluded to the fact that I will be receiving a promotion. Well, it became official last week. It has been approved by the HR office. I am now a salary employee...
If only I'd won the lotto last night...
Thursday, especially Thursday afternoons, are really stressful for me here at work. We process invoicing to one of the companies we use to outsource to. Invoices need to be at A/P by 3PM, or they don't get paid. It never...
Traffic Sux
Can I please share with you all that I loathe, LOATHE, my morning commute? I left my house at 6:30, and arrived at the office at 8:15. 15 minutes late because I decided to take the highway, assuming it would...
Monday, Monday
Just a bit over noon, and I've been working so hard it feels like it should be 4:30 already. You know what irks me? When people owe you something (payment, documents, some sort of status report, whatever), and they stall...
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