Busy evening

I had an eventful night. After leaving work I went to the bank to deposit my check, then I went to get gas + TJ's for groceries. Judy finished her facial around that time, so I met up with her to chat and get more stuff from Taiwan (Yay!) ... After we were done, I drove to Subway and had dinner with PK. Then we came back to my place to watch Chungking Express. We finished the film around 10, PK left to go to Wal-Mart, and I went to the gym for some late night workout. Phew... I can't believe that I fit all that in in one evening. I am having some panettone with cranberry juice. It's like a bedtime snack. Mmm... sugar... sleep...

Taking care of business

Another weekend has passed. I didn't do much except resting and eating. What's really new? I am going back to work for 3 more days this week. Probably another few more next week. I don't know what's going to happen next, but I know I am going to keep an open mind and take care of business, and more importantly, myself.

Take it slow

Friday finally! I thought I was going to leave work early today but I ended up staying 'til 4 PM anyway. I worked too hard! Dad said I shouldn't finish the work that quickly. I should take my time and show them it would not be done in just one week. I understood what he was saying, at the same time I really wanted to get this done and move on... I don't know. It's not like there other projects going on, everyone's focused on this catalog so it's not easy to "take my time" or treat it more casually. I suppose I can take a couple of days off next week then come back to polish, and finish it up. I think that's what I'm going to do.

Still good

The second day back at my old job was just as manic and exciting. I was very productive. The boss came in too. He was very appreciative. The overall mood in the office was positive and cheerful. I must admit I found myself happy working for them again. It wasn't that I forgot how stressful things could get around here, it was just that we all seemed to bring our best face and effort to the table. It was friendly and collaborative. I'd love to have this kind of working relationship forever, but it's not going to last. People get tired of each other, people take others for granted. I do it. My boss definitely does it. Who doesn't? Fortunately I know there's an expiration date to this and we'll all behave.

I am going to enjoy this 2nd trip down the same road. I will enjoy it while it lasts.

Back again

This was my first day back at my old company. It's been 5 months since I left and things have definitely changed there. The most visible difference is the staff. There are a lot less people working there now. Sigh. The economy is slow for all businesses.

The feeling I had today was strangely energized. I felt good doing work after a lengthy hiatus. It also helped that I enjoyed spending time with the familiar faces. I got a lot done, and I was excited. I will be back for a few more days until the project is finished. I do look forward to working again, and of course, taking a break from it all some time later.

Dave was moody today. I think my cologne had something to do with it. Of course his oven not functioning correctly and certain laptop issues contributed to his overall annoyance. Sometimes men do have PMS. Every now and then it's a good idea to give them plenty of space and lots of time to calm themselves down. Fortunately he was feeling better after dinner. When the host's happy, everyone is happy.

Irreplaceable (Que the Beyoncé song...)

I can't seem to shake my old company... the one that I moved on from this summer. I worked for them for the last 7 years. In July I changed jobs and still I kept in contact, I even helped them with some projects from time to time. Then I got laid off. I did one last thing for them before my trip to China. Seriously, I really thought that was it. I was wrong. I will be there helping them out again tomorrow, and perhaps the rest of the week. They could not find my replacement, or the person they hired didn't work out - It's the same thing, I guess. I am irreplaceable!

I look forward to not working again. Kidding!

4 jobs

Today I applied for 4 jobs! So proud of myself! There wasn't really a lot of updates going on with internet job boards. Hey, at least I found 4 that seemed like decent positions for yours truly. Tomorrow's another day. Maybe I will find another 4... if I'm lucky.

I didn't do much else today. I cleaned out the vanity counter. I put the registration sticker on my license plate. I visited the gym too. What a day! I could really get used to this. Hearing Washington Mutual is going to let go about 9200 people and Wall Street stumbled hard again today, I really wonder how all this is going to recover and when I am going to land myself a good job. These are the times. These are the times.