april1848
12-02-2008, 05:49 PM
Hello Friends,
Some of you know that in May I started a new job that was a "step down" on the corparate level to get away from my evil, ADA-non-compliant boss. I love my job, and it is going very well. Well, a position opened up at my "new" job, actually the same position I held at my last job, and I put in a bid for it. I have my interview on Thursday. They will be interviewing me and another lady I work with, who I'm not worried about, but they'll also be interviewing "outsiders". I really, really want this job. I work with the mentally ill, and although I'd have less contact with my clients if I get this job, I'd have more opportunity to help them in other ways and make a real difference. Plus, the CEO of this company is honestly everything you'd want in a boss. This company has been extremely good to me.
The good thing is that if I don't get this job, at least I won't be going back to a job that I hate. Please pray or send happy thoughts to me on Thursday!
My MS has been pretty good lately. The long holiday weekend did me a world of good physically (I didn't have to cook) but emotionally, I was a wreck. I'm ashamed to admit it, but I had a pity party for one that lasted for almost five hours. My stupid left leg wasn't working well, the side effects from my shot were bothering me, and I lost it. I also lost a little self-confidence, but I'm feeling better since I went back to work on Monday. I feel successful there, and I don't always feel that way at home.
As far as MS and the job I want goes, I'm not too worried about that being a factor in whether or not I get it. My boss is extremely enlightened, and I haven't missed a day for MS reasons since I started. It will mean some later hours, but I don't mind that. I really want this job, but I'm trying not to get my hopes up too much.
Please send me your well wishes on Thursday! I love my clients and I even got an award from another agency for the work I do for them, but this job would allow me to do bigger things to make the agency the best it could be.
I hope everyone is feeling good, and thank you.
Some of you know that in May I started a new job that was a "step down" on the corparate level to get away from my evil, ADA-non-compliant boss. I love my job, and it is going very well. Well, a position opened up at my "new" job, actually the same position I held at my last job, and I put in a bid for it. I have my interview on Thursday. They will be interviewing me and another lady I work with, who I'm not worried about, but they'll also be interviewing "outsiders". I really, really want this job. I work with the mentally ill, and although I'd have less contact with my clients if I get this job, I'd have more opportunity to help them in other ways and make a real difference. Plus, the CEO of this company is honestly everything you'd want in a boss. This company has been extremely good to me.
The good thing is that if I don't get this job, at least I won't be going back to a job that I hate. Please pray or send happy thoughts to me on Thursday!
My MS has been pretty good lately. The long holiday weekend did me a world of good physically (I didn't have to cook) but emotionally, I was a wreck. I'm ashamed to admit it, but I had a pity party for one that lasted for almost five hours. My stupid left leg wasn't working well, the side effects from my shot were bothering me, and I lost it. I also lost a little self-confidence, but I'm feeling better since I went back to work on Monday. I feel successful there, and I don't always feel that way at home.
As far as MS and the job I want goes, I'm not too worried about that being a factor in whether or not I get it. My boss is extremely enlightened, and I haven't missed a day for MS reasons since I started. It will mean some later hours, but I don't mind that. I really want this job, but I'm trying not to get my hopes up too much.
Please send me your well wishes on Thursday! I love my clients and I even got an award from another agency for the work I do for them, but this job would allow me to do bigger things to make the agency the best it could be.
I hope everyone is feeling good, and thank you.
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MSJayhawk
12-02-2008, 09:34 PM
Prayers going out for you. Just do your best and you should shine. I hope you are blessed with opportunities that allow you to use your talents.
libybil
12-03-2008, 05:28 PM
best of luck, april!! i know how important it is to have a job you love!! thinking good wishes for you!!
april1848
12-03-2008, 08:12 PM
Thank you both! The big day is tomorrow, and I'll be very happy when I know, no matter what the results. Like I said, I really do love the job I have now, so if I don't get this, it won't be a tragedy. I really do want this new job though!
It'll be a relief to know either way, and I don't know when that will be. Your prayers must be working, because I'm feeling pretty calm about this. No matter which job I end up with, I'll be in a position to help others and make them smile. I work with the mentally ill and/or mentally retarded, and for many of them all it takes to make them happy, even momentarily, is to understand them, listen to them, and most of all, treat them with respect and dignity. I feel blessed already to be able to do this, and extremely blessed about the bizarre, long road that led me into this field in the first place. I feel extremely blessed and most of all, completely humbled.
There are times at work when I want to scream because of an MS symptom, where I want to give up and cry like a baby. I love being around the mentally ill, because their diseases are as real and valid as mine, and most of them work very hard to get better and feel better about themselves. And they do it with minimal coping mechanisms. I've learned a lot from my clients about how to deal with my own illness.
It'll be a relief to know either way, and I don't know when that will be. Your prayers must be working, because I'm feeling pretty calm about this. No matter which job I end up with, I'll be in a position to help others and make them smile. I work with the mentally ill and/or mentally retarded, and for many of them all it takes to make them happy, even momentarily, is to understand them, listen to them, and most of all, treat them with respect and dignity. I feel blessed already to be able to do this, and extremely blessed about the bizarre, long road that led me into this field in the first place. I feel extremely blessed and most of all, completely humbled.
There are times at work when I want to scream because of an MS symptom, where I want to give up and cry like a baby. I love being around the mentally ill, because their diseases are as real and valid as mine, and most of them work very hard to get better and feel better about themselves. And they do it with minimal coping mechanisms. I've learned a lot from my clients about how to deal with my own illness.
glamour girl
12-04-2008, 04:22 AM
Hi April,
I've read this its thur evening here. I hope your day was a sucess. I know how much you love your job.. Await your news.
I've read this its thur evening here. I hope your day was a sucess. I know how much you love your job.. Await your news.
april1848
12-04-2008, 05:32 PM
Well, the interview is over, thank goodness. Three people from inside the company, including me, applied for it. They said that if they decide to go with one of us, we will be told on Monday! Whew!
MSJayhawk
12-04-2008, 06:32 PM
Great news. I hope Monday brings better news!!:):):)
libybil
12-04-2008, 07:20 PM
Best of luck, April~! :D
LibbY!
LibbY!
april1848
12-04-2008, 08:18 PM
Thanks Libby and Jayhawk! Monday is so close, but it seems so far away. At least I did my best. When I was asked about my take on being a leader, I busted out with a paraphrase of a Buddhist quote, and the CEO said he wished all his supervisors thought that way! He wrote it down for the next staff meeting.
When asked about how well I'm able to adapt to change and handling multiple, important things at once, I told him that my MS has proved to me that I can adapt to anything, and I've never had trouble multitasking, which is true. I also gave him solutions when he asked about things that I saw needed improvement, and he liked my solutions.
At my last job where I held the same position, I wore many hats. I won't have to do that if I get this job--we have a much bigger staff. I was reading over the job description, and compared to my job at the other company, this one sounds easier in that I'll be able to concentrate on the Executive Assistant part and not HR and things like that. This CEO is extremely smart and very pleasant, and I wouldn't have the problems with him that I had with the last one.
I never thought I'd say it, but I cannot wait until Monday!
When asked about how well I'm able to adapt to change and handling multiple, important things at once, I told him that my MS has proved to me that I can adapt to anything, and I've never had trouble multitasking, which is true. I also gave him solutions when he asked about things that I saw needed improvement, and he liked my solutions.
At my last job where I held the same position, I wore many hats. I won't have to do that if I get this job--we have a much bigger staff. I was reading over the job description, and compared to my job at the other company, this one sounds easier in that I'll be able to concentrate on the Executive Assistant part and not HR and things like that. This CEO is extremely smart and very pleasant, and I wouldn't have the problems with him that I had with the last one.
I never thought I'd say it, but I cannot wait until Monday!
MSNik
12-04-2008, 10:14 PM
Hi April, glad I caught this thread before it went too far. Honey, I hope you get everything you want, but please- be careful what you wish for. You also know that in June, I quit my hated job to step down as well....and by August was regretting it. in October I got this new High powered Director job, in a company which is 90% sub-acute rehab and 10% Long Term Care- April, Ive never worked so hard in my life. Im putting in 60 hour weeks, and getting paid for 40. I no longer eat right, havnet exercised in a month- sleep very little from the stress, and am back taking Xanax more then I care to admit...Im so stressed out that I cant believe it. I came home from Florida early BTW due to MS stuff- and the scariest part? My husband and I no longer fight- he actually feels bad for me- but we dont see each other awake long enough to fight.
The other day, Monday- I totalled my car on the way home from work. Why am I telling you all this? People with MS should AVOID STRESS AT ALL COSTS and NEVER push themselves to the limit Ive pushed myself to this month.
So, if this job is what you want....I wish you the very best. But, please dont do what I did and make it that important that you have no identity without it. Yeah, Im a director, Im also exhausted, stresed out and havent felt my fingers or feet for the past 3 weeks!
But I love ya pal....keep us posted.
Nikki
The other day, Monday- I totalled my car on the way home from work. Why am I telling you all this? People with MS should AVOID STRESS AT ALL COSTS and NEVER push themselves to the limit Ive pushed myself to this month.
So, if this job is what you want....I wish you the very best. But, please dont do what I did and make it that important that you have no identity without it. Yeah, Im a director, Im also exhausted, stresed out and havent felt my fingers or feet for the past 3 weeks!
But I love ya pal....keep us posted.
Nikki
libybil
12-06-2008, 12:21 PM
april, just thinking of you & how excited you'll be this weekend! my best wishes to you! i'll check back on monday, hopefully you'll have great news to post!!
and msnik...i hope that the stress in your life, at least subsides!
and msnik...i hope that the stress in your life, at least subsides!
april1848
12-06-2008, 09:33 PM
I will apologize now for the anticipated length of this post. :)
Hi Nikki! I was hoping you'd post because believe me, I thought a lot about your job situation when I was thinking of bidding for this job. I've known of the possibility of this job opening up for a few months, and I've given it a lot of thought. I know it'll be a lot more stress than what I'm doing now, but it'll be nothing compared to my last job. I just feel that I can do so much more, that I can contribute more if I'm in a position to do so. I admit I am scared about what could happen if I do get this job, since I've been through it before.
The things that convinced me that I can do this is that I know the hours--it won't be sixty hours a week, the CEO is really a great guy who everyone, including his present assistant really gets along with, and this company is the least dysfunctional one I've ever worked at.
Despite the added responsibilities I'll have, I'll also have the opportunity to help a great deal of people in the community. I'll be in a position to not just improve the way the place operates in general, but to start up new programs for our severely mentally ill clients. This may sound corny, but I feel that since I have the experience and qualifications that would allow me to help people in need, and in effect, my community, it's my duty to try. Plus, even though I love my present job, I'm starting to get bored. I was appointed to some committees and I asked my boss to give me more work that's not in my job description, but it's not enough.
Nikki, I was worried because I hadn't heard from you. Your car got totalled...are you okay? With all the things you wrote about, I'm not surprised you're taking xanax--there were times when I was taking more than I would care to admit too. I hope you weren't injured in any way with the car accident and I hate that you had to come home from FLA early because of MS. I hope something changes for you or you catch a break; know that I think about you every day and I'm sending you good vibes.
THanks for the advice too about stress and MS; you're absolutely right. And what you said about Identity and jobs is so important. I still struggle with this, but not too much anymore. The whole experience with quitting my last job, the time I was off after, etc. taught me a lot about equating myself with my job. When my fatigue permits, I am still writing and rewriting my WWI book, I worked for two campaigns during election time, and I'm researching online schools now. I don't think I will ever base my sense of identity on a job ever again. I just want to be content, involved, and challenged just a little. MS kind of brought a very early midlife crisis on me. I'm doing anything I can that will make me happy. Nikki, your posts are mirrors, and you make everything easier for me to see. Thank you!
Libby, thanks for the well wishes, and you're right, I am pretty excited. I was extremely sick last night and this morning from my shot, so that dulled the excitement considerably. Last night I had bad chills again, which I call seizures. They lasted for four hours and I couldn't sleep since I couldn't stay still. I tried to pee forever but couldn't because it felt like my bladder was shaking too. I couldn't relax one muscle in my body, and today I am SORE as if I've been doing sit-ups constantly.
I'll be extremely disappointed if I don't get this job, but I won't be in despair. My current job is just fine too. I guess I'll know soon enough.
Hi Nikki! I was hoping you'd post because believe me, I thought a lot about your job situation when I was thinking of bidding for this job. I've known of the possibility of this job opening up for a few months, and I've given it a lot of thought. I know it'll be a lot more stress than what I'm doing now, but it'll be nothing compared to my last job. I just feel that I can do so much more, that I can contribute more if I'm in a position to do so. I admit I am scared about what could happen if I do get this job, since I've been through it before.
The things that convinced me that I can do this is that I know the hours--it won't be sixty hours a week, the CEO is really a great guy who everyone, including his present assistant really gets along with, and this company is the least dysfunctional one I've ever worked at.
Despite the added responsibilities I'll have, I'll also have the opportunity to help a great deal of people in the community. I'll be in a position to not just improve the way the place operates in general, but to start up new programs for our severely mentally ill clients. This may sound corny, but I feel that since I have the experience and qualifications that would allow me to help people in need, and in effect, my community, it's my duty to try. Plus, even though I love my present job, I'm starting to get bored. I was appointed to some committees and I asked my boss to give me more work that's not in my job description, but it's not enough.
Nikki, I was worried because I hadn't heard from you. Your car got totalled...are you okay? With all the things you wrote about, I'm not surprised you're taking xanax--there were times when I was taking more than I would care to admit too. I hope you weren't injured in any way with the car accident and I hate that you had to come home from FLA early because of MS. I hope something changes for you or you catch a break; know that I think about you every day and I'm sending you good vibes.
THanks for the advice too about stress and MS; you're absolutely right. And what you said about Identity and jobs is so important. I still struggle with this, but not too much anymore. The whole experience with quitting my last job, the time I was off after, etc. taught me a lot about equating myself with my job. When my fatigue permits, I am still writing and rewriting my WWI book, I worked for two campaigns during election time, and I'm researching online schools now. I don't think I will ever base my sense of identity on a job ever again. I just want to be content, involved, and challenged just a little. MS kind of brought a very early midlife crisis on me. I'm doing anything I can that will make me happy. Nikki, your posts are mirrors, and you make everything easier for me to see. Thank you!
Libby, thanks for the well wishes, and you're right, I am pretty excited. I was extremely sick last night and this morning from my shot, so that dulled the excitement considerably. Last night I had bad chills again, which I call seizures. They lasted for four hours and I couldn't sleep since I couldn't stay still. I tried to pee forever but couldn't because it felt like my bladder was shaking too. I couldn't relax one muscle in my body, and today I am SORE as if I've been doing sit-ups constantly.
I'll be extremely disappointed if I don't get this job, but I won't be in despair. My current job is just fine too. I guess I'll know soon enough.
MSNik
12-06-2008, 10:46 PM
April, youll get the job offer because you want it so badly and you are the most qualified person for it. Youll see. And, youll do it and do it well. Just remember to do what I forgot- take time for yourself. I forgot to do that and almost lost my entire life and identity in the past 6 weeks. Im fine from the car accident- in fact today, I bought a used tank. Actually a Land Rover, but Ive decided that I need big metal around me. I still have my convertible toy for summers, but as we speak, its snowing here.
you and I and the mirror. Again. I get it- the xanax, the mid life crisis- the need to push, push, push. I have those degrees (check out Capella its the only online school that is nationally accredited and absolutely fantastic) and I have the big Directors job...and right now, I still have my marriage (which Im trying to fix) and a home- BUT I HAVE MS and although I can tell myself 100 times a day that I HAVE MS AND IT DOESNT HAVE ME thats a crock sometimes. I have to give it a place in my life which I can control...and stress is something that ALL of us deal with. Some of us better then others. Im not one of the lucky ones...I have been sick now for a month- and weak, and tired and working way too hard...and yet, I do my shots 3 x a week and tell myself that it will all be okay...and maybe it will be- maybe thats where Ill get lucky.
But you asked for prayers...April you dont need them, although I send them to you anyway because I believe in the power of prayer- just remember to be good to you. Thats what we each need- to be good to ourselves now and then.
let us know what happens...sending you strength, love and prayers.
Nikki
you and I and the mirror. Again. I get it- the xanax, the mid life crisis- the need to push, push, push. I have those degrees (check out Capella its the only online school that is nationally accredited and absolutely fantastic) and I have the big Directors job...and right now, I still have my marriage (which Im trying to fix) and a home- BUT I HAVE MS and although I can tell myself 100 times a day that I HAVE MS AND IT DOESNT HAVE ME thats a crock sometimes. I have to give it a place in my life which I can control...and stress is something that ALL of us deal with. Some of us better then others. Im not one of the lucky ones...I have been sick now for a month- and weak, and tired and working way too hard...and yet, I do my shots 3 x a week and tell myself that it will all be okay...and maybe it will be- maybe thats where Ill get lucky.
But you asked for prayers...April you dont need them, although I send them to you anyway because I believe in the power of prayer- just remember to be good to you. Thats what we each need- to be good to ourselves now and then.
let us know what happens...sending you strength, love and prayers.
Nikki
april1848
12-08-2008, 07:06 PM
I didn't hear anything about the job today. They may still be thinking it over; at least I do know that they haven't scheduled any interviewers for outsiders yet. I'm bummed. I'd like to know one way or the other. This limbo is getting me down. Hopefully I'll find out tomorrow. Since the woman I'd be replacing is nearing her due date, they are in a hurry.
Nikki, I'm glad you weren't hurt in your accident! And thanks for the school recommendation, I'm definitely looking into it.
The I Have MS But It Doesn't Have Me thing is a crock sometimes. It sounds nice, but MS is very real, and it's hard trying to follow that train of thought when a limb isn't working. It's easier when you're having a good day. Sayings like that make me angry sometimes when I'm not feeling well.
Thank you for the strength and love, Nikki, I need it. I'm feeling down after work today, where I checked my email constantly, waiting for an answer. I'm not just down, I'm depressed. I need an answer so I can move on. I'm sending you some good luck, Nikki.
Nikki, I'm glad you weren't hurt in your accident! And thanks for the school recommendation, I'm definitely looking into it.
The I Have MS But It Doesn't Have Me thing is a crock sometimes. It sounds nice, but MS is very real, and it's hard trying to follow that train of thought when a limb isn't working. It's easier when you're having a good day. Sayings like that make me angry sometimes when I'm not feeling well.
Thank you for the strength and love, Nikki, I need it. I'm feeling down after work today, where I checked my email constantly, waiting for an answer. I'm not just down, I'm depressed. I need an answer so I can move on. I'm sending you some good luck, Nikki.
MSJayhawk
12-08-2008, 09:36 PM
The I Have MS But It Doesn't Have Me thing is a crock sometimes. It sounds nice, but MS is very real, and it's hard trying to follow that train of thought when a limb isn't working. It's easier when you're having a good day. Sayings like that make me angry sometimes when I'm not feeling well.
I have been dragging my left leg behind me for 2 months now. It does not work, but the rest of me is moving forward. I know that it can be depressing, but I will not allow myself an ounce of pity. I am sure if you had had your answer today, you might feel different. Waiting for an answer can require the patience of Job.
I still have you in my prayers. As to your Medicare post, if true, I would say you have already been blessed. Maybe one good bit of news each day!:angel: :angel: :angel:
I have been dragging my left leg behind me for 2 months now. It does not work, but the rest of me is moving forward. I know that it can be depressing, but I will not allow myself an ounce of pity. I am sure if you had had your answer today, you might feel different. Waiting for an answer can require the patience of Job.
I still have you in my prayers. As to your Medicare post, if true, I would say you have already been blessed. Maybe one good bit of news each day!:angel: :angel: :angel:
april1848
12-08-2008, 10:34 PM
You're absolutely right, Jayhawk. Unfortunately patience is not a strong part of my personality; I have to very consciously work on it every day. Whatever the answer is, I really want it. I feel like there's a weight above me waiting to fall onto my head.
I agree with the Medicare thing too. If this really happens, the joy and peace it would bring me is priceless. That's why I'm trying not to get my hopes up. It would be such a huge blessing to me that I can barely comprehend it. I need to keep the image of Job in my mind's eye; I'll find out about both soon enough.
And if I don't get the job or the Medicare, there are still blessings a-plenty in my life. :)
I agree with the Medicare thing too. If this really happens, the joy and peace it would bring me is priceless. That's why I'm trying not to get my hopes up. It would be such a huge blessing to me that I can barely comprehend it. I need to keep the image of Job in my mind's eye; I'll find out about both soon enough.
And if I don't get the job or the Medicare, there are still blessings a-plenty in my life. :)
Bearygood
12-09-2008, 12:05 PM
April, good luck to you! I'll be looking for your updates -- hope there's good news on all fronts!
april1848
12-09-2008, 05:36 PM
Thanks Beary! Today I found out that I'm being considered, but against "outsiders", so that will bring the possibility down. But like I said before, if I don't get it, it's okay. I like my present job, and even though the actual job bores me sometimes, my clients don't. Either way I can't really lose, which is comforting!
parisiancat
12-09-2008, 07:00 PM
Hi April,
Well done for going for that job! I really hope you get it. You should be proud for even trying and not letting MS let you give up. And you have a great attitude. As you said, you are happy with what you have. But that's no reason to aim higher.
It's so tough trying to work out the balance between what you want and what you can manage. I really hope that you get everything you want and deserve. :)
Niki, I am so sorry to hear about your accident and the tough time you're having. I have learnt recently about the damage that stress can cause. And it is supposedly something that can be managed. Easier said than done.
Cat xxx
Well done for going for that job! I really hope you get it. You should be proud for even trying and not letting MS let you give up. And you have a great attitude. As you said, you are happy with what you have. But that's no reason to aim higher.
It's so tough trying to work out the balance between what you want and what you can manage. I really hope that you get everything you want and deserve. :)
Niki, I am so sorry to hear about your accident and the tough time you're having. I have learnt recently about the damage that stress can cause. And it is supposedly something that can be managed. Easier said than done.
Cat xxx
MSNik
12-09-2008, 10:08 PM
Hey April, Cat and Beary- (How ya been Beary? Where ya been?!) Thanks for all your nice thoughts and April, this is your thread....whatever is meant to be, is meant to be. Another one of those stupid cliche's which really mean something, but only when you are in the frame of mind to recieve it!! I know what you mean about the MS doesnt have me thing- today, I worked 12 hours. Exhausted is an understatement- and right now, Im experiencing numb fingers beyond belief- and I had to log on to check to see if you got that job. Im sorry you havent heard anything yet, but you have to truly believe that if this is right for you, it will happen~ and if it doesnt, well be lucky you have a job you like...You are the best April- The best of the best. Know it and hold it close because no matter what "title' you have, what you do helps people every day, just like you help me and all the others here. We are rooting for you! Keep us posted!
hugs
Nikki
hugs
Nikki
april1848
12-10-2008, 06:11 PM
Thanks Nikki and Cat! I still haven't heard anything, but somebody did not show up for an interview today. I'm not on pins and needles anymore, that's for sure. Sigh.
In job related news though, I learned today that I won the Person of the Year award from another agency that I work with and have mutual clients with! It will be given to me Friday night at their Christmas party. It's for my "outstanding efforts in serving the mentally ill of (blank) County and for raising awareness of mental illness, working to reduce the stigma of mental illness, and unfailing kindness to our consumers." Wow!! This makes me a lot more proud than getting that job would! In the big scheme of things, this is a big deal, not a title.
In job related news though, I learned today that I won the Person of the Year award from another agency that I work with and have mutual clients with! It will be given to me Friday night at their Christmas party. It's for my "outstanding efforts in serving the mentally ill of (blank) County and for raising awareness of mental illness, working to reduce the stigma of mental illness, and unfailing kindness to our consumers." Wow!! This makes me a lot more proud than getting that job would! In the big scheme of things, this is a big deal, not a title.
MSJayhawk
12-10-2008, 06:16 PM
Congratulations. As a former GM, that kind of recognition would play into promotion potential (at least for me!). Though not a title, this kind of recognition is one of legacy building. Congratulations!
MSNik
12-11-2008, 10:22 AM
April, congratuations! Thats HUGE! Told you that you were the best person for the job...Im very proud of you and you should be dancing in the streets!
way to go girlfriend! Please let us know when you hear about the job and make sure you tell whomever is making the hiring decision about your award- thats the stuff that "puts you over the top" and you should use it!
Hugs
Nikki
way to go girlfriend! Please let us know when you hear about the job and make sure you tell whomever is making the hiring decision about your award- thats the stuff that "puts you over the top" and you should use it!
Hugs
Nikki
april1848
12-11-2008, 05:48 PM
Well, I didn't get the job. They chose someone who has 11 years of experience at a bigger agency. I'm not as upset as I would have thought, and I'm actually kind of relieved. At least I'll get to keep my early schedule and have some freedom, not being attached to the boss all the time. It would be more stress. And the award put a lot in perspective!
I am extremely proud of it. Tomorrow I don't work, I have my company Christmas party than the other agency's party, where I'll get the award. I'll get to meet the folks who work there; I talk to them every day but never met them, and I'll get to have dinner with my clients. I"m actually very content.
I am extremely proud of it. Tomorrow I don't work, I have my company Christmas party than the other agency's party, where I'll get the award. I'll get to meet the folks who work there; I talk to them every day but never met them, and I'll get to have dinner with my clients. I"m actually very content.
MSJayhawk
12-11-2008, 07:00 PM
Sorry to hear about the job, but I am still hoping for the Medicare for you!!
MSNik
12-11-2008, 08:53 PM
April, sometimes these things happen. Trust in that it wasnt meant to be...Tomorrow sounds like allot of fun! You should take allot of time to look your best, be your best- and make sure everyone knows that YOU ARE THE BEST. Your the one who won the award, arent you??!!;)
Enjoy your day. I am sorry you didnt get what you wanted, but you sound like you are okay with it; and honestly, sometimes its one of those "be careful what you wish for" things..
Today, i ran into someone who has known me for two years and has only seen me a handful of times - she knows about my MS as she is a nurse. She asked me what I was doing now...when I told her, she shook her head and asked me "when are you going to learn?". I knew exactly what she was asking..
My job is not going to last much longer. I can already feel it...so, really- be proud of what you are doing and keep being the best at it that you can be.
Very proud of you..
Nikki
Enjoy your day. I am sorry you didnt get what you wanted, but you sound like you are okay with it; and honestly, sometimes its one of those "be careful what you wish for" things..
Today, i ran into someone who has known me for two years and has only seen me a handful of times - she knows about my MS as she is a nurse. She asked me what I was doing now...when I told her, she shook her head and asked me "when are you going to learn?". I knew exactly what she was asking..
My job is not going to last much longer. I can already feel it...so, really- be proud of what you are doing and keep being the best at it that you can be.
Very proud of you..
Nikki