…of the new job and I’m still alive. In case I forgot to mention, I have a new title at work now, which means more responsibility AND more money! (yippee) It was my first week and most of it was spent in training. Actually, it was spent on learning the theory of my job and very little skill training. The next three weeks will be my real training and I can’t wait. I’m a quick study and I just want to get the training part over so I can start doing the job. It sounds crazy to me because I’ve hated my job a lot this past year, but my new job, although it’s in the same place, is something new.
With that said, I have to admit I’ve fallen behind on my blogging; partly because my brain doesn’t want to think after absorbing so much info, and also because I’ve been exhausted and have gone to bed early every night this week. I’ll try to do better.
This week I will focus on being a good listener (and not just during training) but to others who I encounter everyday.
See you soon!
So, it always seems like I’m waiting for things to happen; the weekend, lunchtime at work, the next show to start, the first day of my new job, the first paycheck from my new job with my new raise, spring, summer, the money for a better camera, etc… I do a lot more waiting than I do actual doing of things.
I’m not a very patient person, so waiting is hard for me. I guess I need to do something while I’m waiting for the other stuff to happen. Humph. Maybe I’ll just go take a nap.
It was a hell of a week. Work was stressful. The customers were relentless. I’m happy it’s over. I could dedicate this whole post to moaning about my job and the people I deal with, but I’m not going to. I can’t. It’s not who I want to be.
Instead, I’ve decided to find the pleasure in the little things (hence the title). I’m finding little ways to make my life enjoyable, happy, better, not so much about work. One way is by getting myself out of the house to take more pictures.
I’ve started two new photography projects that will be posted here. Since I don’t get to travel much, I’m trying to see my surroundings with new eyes, checking out every detail. I think I’ll enjoy this more when it’s warmer out. Winter and me don’t mix well, but I’m excepting it.
Another thing new is my husband and I bought a new video camera. It’s one of those that looks like a cell phone but isn’t. It’s for our next Halloween party project. I know it’s a bit early to be thinking of that, but this project will take time. Basically, we’re making mini movies to show to our friends; scary movies, silly movies, you name it. It’s for a mock drive-in we’re creating in our attic. Should be fun when we’re done. I’m looking forward to filming. Now, we just have to write a few scenes.
Other than that, I’m going to be enjoying an extra day off this week. Monday is MLK day. My job does have a few perks and one of them is all the holidays we have off. Next month I get 2 days off in a row (more or less) which will give me a 4 day weekend!!!
This week I will practice patience and I won’t let what other people do or say affect my mood.
See you soon!
(I didn’t really have any photos that related to my post, so I’m showing photos from my week)
Okay, so in keeping my promise to myself that I would blog regularly, I’ve decided to record aspects of my day that seem significant to me.
Here’s the short list: I…
- realized I’ve gained weight because crossing my legs is getting harder to do
- dislike cold weather, a lot
- have a new job opportunity that means more money and less financial stress
- am very gullible when it comes to the clients at work (which isn’t a good thing)
- have come to terms with some old habits
- am finally facing some of my fears
- let someone’s comment on FB get me riled up, and I don’t even know if it was intended for me
- noticed coworkers speaking intelligently on the job, then revert to “ghetto speak” when they’re in an informal setting
- started a new photography project with friends
- witnessed an adult woman sucking her thumb like a child, and not because she was cleaning it, because she’s an adult who STILL sucks her thumb
- found out the new job I was happy about getting, may be taken away from me because of a technical error on someone else’s part, AND the girl who it may go to isn’t even sure she wants the job, so if she isn’t sure, she should just forfeit or withdraw her bid so I can have it…
Okay, not so short, but to the point. Now that the weekend is here, I’m going let go of my worries and enjoy myself.
See you soon!
The holiday’s are over. It’s back to work tomorrow; back to the routine, the everyday, the waiting ’til spring thing.
I put the tree and Christmas decorations away today. It was kind of sad. The holidays always seem to come and go so fast. Once Halloween is here, the two months that follow pass by quickly. This year, Christmas felt a little longer because we had so much to do. It was one of the better Christmases I’ve had in awhile, even though we had zero money for presents. Dan and I even broke our old habit and went out on New Year’s Eve. But now, the parties are over. Now is the time when I have to fight the blues and lazies and start some projects. I promised myself I’d blog more, so instead of waiting until the following weekend, I thought I’d write while the feelings were still being felt. Yeah for me!
This week I will make an effort to look people in the eye instead of staring at the floor or looking away. See you soon!
So, the year is almost over. A new one is starting. Just like everyone else in the world, I’m going to make some New Year’s resolutions. I’ve decided to omit the ones I always do like lose weight, exercise and eat better because I’ve been struggling with those three things for years and there’s no need to sound like a broken record. This year, I’m focusing on creativity mostly; doing things that will stir the part in me that’s been buried. My list isn’t very long either, and that’s because also I’ve decided to stop spreading myself too thin and work on being focused on the now. I always see what other bloggers are doing and think I could do that. I start out trying it or buying the supplies for it, then I get bored or it’s too much to do and I push it aside. I recently discovered that about myself (well, not recently, but I’ve finally come to terms with it).
So, enough jibber jabber, here’s the list:
- partake in a weekly (or monthly) photo challenge
- make something to sell on my Etsy site
- cook one new meal every week month
- make a photo book from my photos
- learn illustrator
- take a class
- blog at least once a week
- start a “giving project” (it’s an art thing)
- save money for a getaway with my hubby
- find new music that inspires me
- try one new thing a month
- read 3 books this year (reading’s not my thing, so 3 is a lot for me)
Well, it’s longer than I thought, but not too long. It’ll keep me busy for a whole year at least. What changes are you going to make this year?
Happy New Year everyone!
It’s almost Christmas. I’m enjoying the lights and parties, but I’m ready for the bingeing to be over with. I put up my tree, displayed my my mini christmas trees, and found a new card holder at the goodwill. The only thing I’m not liking about this season is my lack of money to buy presents. I’m kind of glad though because it was an expensive ordeal every year. I’ve already decided that from now on, all my presents are going to be hand made or I don’t give any.
I think I’d better get started on next years gifts…
I’ve been feeling unusual lately. Mistakes from my past have been popping into my thoughts, and I find myself not able to look at them with a critical eye. It’s been difficult to find a solitary moment that doesn’t have a negative thought about my past in it. I don’t know where this is coming from. I’ve been uneasy and anxious at times and find it hard in situations where people are complimenting me. I guess I feel I don’t deserve it.
Today, I talked to my husband about it. He had a different perspective, one that helped me see those things in another way. Talking with my husband seemed to help relieve my anxiety. I still don’t understand completely why these things are haunting me in the first place.
I want to believe I’m at a turning point and my subconscious is telling me it’s time to change my old ways. I guess I thought I had. You never see yourself the way others do, so my view of myself may have been sugar-coated to meet my needs. Bummer.
I’m glad I can talk to my husband about these things. He doesn’t judge me or make me feel stupid. He’s a pretty neat guy. (Who says neat anymore?) I’m glad I have him.
This year is ending. Another one’s beginning. It’s time for resolutions.
I know it’s cliche’, but I like it. It’s a chance at a fresh start, a new beginning. I’ve already started my list of things I want to accomplish for 2010. So far, it feels like a good list. I’ve decided to take off the normal, depressing goals I always have; lose weight, exercise more… This year, I’m focusing on things that will help me artistically and help me break out of my shell. I also threw in a few other things that have been nagging me, like cooking and saving for a vacation because it needs to be done.
I won’t post my list for a few more weeks, but I’m already excited to begin.
My head has been in another place for awhile. I’ve felt like I’ve been walking thru fog. I want to stop being a watcher and be a doer. My goal for this new year is to break some old habits and start new, creative ones. Are you ready for change?
Ever since autumn arrived, I’ve been less committed to exercising and very devoted to watching television shows on the computer. My photography hasn’t suffered as much, but it does take a lot to get me up and going somewhere to shoot. I managed to get out today. I know my habits. I know what my comfort zone is. I know that once I get out there doing what ever it is I want to do, I’m fine. It’s the getting started that’s the hard part.
I’ve also finally had an idea for a few Christmas presents for family. This has kept me motivated creatively. I hope they turn out the way I envision them in my head.
I need to do some house work, but that will have to wait until “tomorrow”. One thing at a time I guess. I so wish I was more of a type A personality. I’m such a slacker most of the time. How do I ever get things done?
