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Call me crazy but it's a dog
So we went Seaside, OR for a few days on a business trip for hubby. In the morning, I went to Safeway to pick up some cold meds and saw a beautiful "pitty" with a homeless person. I couldn't help it - despite our financial dilemna - I had to do something for the dog. I bought a bag of dog food and handed it to the owner. It made me smile when I ( Read more... ) -
more bad news at the big V
Today I got a call from a friend and then confirmed with another friend still at my former employer's office that they let go another 40 people since the last set of layoffs in Nov. Sometimes I wonder - are some companies using the bad economy as a smoke screen to reduce their workforce because they are not making good business decisions? -
The rainbow of my soul (Thanks Damashita!)
Your rainbow is intensely shaded white and blue.
What is says about you: You are a tranquil person. You appreciate quiet moments. You share hobbies with friends and like trying to fit into their routines. People depend on you to make them feel secure.
Find the colors of your rainbow at spacefem.com. -
more sadness
So, today, as many suspected, there was another round of layoffs in the Tech Dept. There were a total of 11 people let go - 11 people who also gave their time and attention for years (in most cases) to their job ( Read more... ) -
Again this girl learns another life lession
Before I posted this entry, I read a couple of the previous ones. It amazes me how different I felt a year ago. A year ago, I was on top of the world. I was able to visit my homies, I was working with a good team of people and LOVED my boss ( Read more... ) -
New York the city of all cities
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Time always slaps my head - professionally speaking
Professionally, my life has changed drastically over the last nine months. The opportunities that were opened have taught me so much. I've learned you have to be honest - always. Sometimes being honest is being quiet. You dont have to right every wrong. You can let others walk there own course and sincerely flash them a smile and offer a real ( Read more... ) -
Pinch me - Nevermind I know I'm awake!
You know one of those questions that interviewers may throw at you to see what, if any, ambitions you have for yourself - they ask: "Where do you see your career going or Where do you want to be in five years?" I have always given the same answer. ... "I would like to lead and teach a group of business analysts." Yesterday, my boss sent an email ( Read more... ) -
celebrity look alikes - lol
Well I am always happy to be associated or know clever people. Found this on a friend's blog and tried it on for size. Now dont laugh. I didnt pick them.
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chi levels are rising
Well despite the worst back accident i've experienced in a while, I'm starting to feel my energy levels rise inside me. I can feel myself being more tolerate. I wonder if it has anything to do with my boss not in town - lmao ( Read more... )