To answer some questions I have received on the comment board.
I saw the movie Wimbledon at the cheap theatre on Friday.
I am 26 years old.
Mike, I was just teasing you. You are not dead to me. Do you remember the time I said that before? You jumped on my back until I paid attention to you.
More tomorrow after my interview...
Sunday, October 31, 2004
Friday, October 29, 2004
Fly me to the moon
My interview went really well. Unfortunately, the interviewer said I may not hear if I have the position for 2-3 weeks. Boo.
I think I might go to a movie by myself this afternoon.
I think I might go to a movie by myself this afternoon.
Less is more
What a roller coaster ride the last week has been! I emailed the school division that told me last month they had to postpone interviews until this month. I wanted to know when interviews will be and had no received no reply. So on Monday I called the office and was informed that their sub list was full and they had no plans to add to it in the near future. I was devastated! I was counting on sub work from this school division since it is the biggest one in the area. They has told me previous they need teachers in my subject area.
This revelation created some great distress. I had no prospect for somewhat regular income. There was potential for part-time work but nothing that could pay the bills. I knew that if I moved somewhere else it would not help the cause at all. This is not a good time of year to try to get a job as a teacher. Most school divisions do not add new substitute teachers until after Christmas. I also had no idea how to tell my roommates the bad news that I might have to move. I moved here to Saskatoon at the end of July. I didn't want to go through the pain of moving again only to find myself in the same situation.
Yesterday morning I was looking at the classified ads and found 2 math positions in Calgary. I called the human resources department to find out more information but the lady was not there. I called my mom but someone came to the door so I asked her to call me back in a couple minutes. I get a call a couple minutes later, expecting it to be my mom, it was a lady I did not know. I assumed it was the lady from Calgary. It was not. It was a secretary from Saskatoon Public School Board asking me if I was for an interview for the position of substitute teacher. What?!?!? I was in complete shock since I was just told earlier that week that they were not hiring. This put me in a better mood.
Later that night, my roommate and I were talking in the kitchen when the phone rang. I realize I had left the cordless phone in the basement so I bolted to the second floor to answer the call. It was the man in charge of interviewing for night class instructor position. He told me I would hear within 2 weeks of the closing date if I had an interview (the closing date was that day). I had to run all the way to the basement where my appointment book was in the office. He gave me some information as I went down the stairs. When I finally found my appointment book and began to write in it, I accidentally hung up the phone. The phone was between my face and my shoulder and my chin accidentally pushed the on/off button. Way to make a good impression to the man who has the power to hire you! I was cursing myself and trying to track down this man's phone number when he called me back. I apologized profusely and explained what happened. We set up an interview for next week.
Tonight I making final preparations on my Halloween costume. I am going as a swing kid. I found the perfect dress in a second hand shop but I need to make some alterations. I have a party to go to in my hometown tomorrow. Should be fun.
I have an interview to get ready for.
This revelation created some great distress. I had no prospect for somewhat regular income. There was potential for part-time work but nothing that could pay the bills. I knew that if I moved somewhere else it would not help the cause at all. This is not a good time of year to try to get a job as a teacher. Most school divisions do not add new substitute teachers until after Christmas. I also had no idea how to tell my roommates the bad news that I might have to move. I moved here to Saskatoon at the end of July. I didn't want to go through the pain of moving again only to find myself in the same situation.
Yesterday morning I was looking at the classified ads and found 2 math positions in Calgary. I called the human resources department to find out more information but the lady was not there. I called my mom but someone came to the door so I asked her to call me back in a couple minutes. I get a call a couple minutes later, expecting it to be my mom, it was a lady I did not know. I assumed it was the lady from Calgary. It was not. It was a secretary from Saskatoon Public School Board asking me if I was for an interview for the position of substitute teacher. What?!?!? I was in complete shock since I was just told earlier that week that they were not hiring. This put me in a better mood.
Later that night, my roommate and I were talking in the kitchen when the phone rang. I realize I had left the cordless phone in the basement so I bolted to the second floor to answer the call. It was the man in charge of interviewing for night class instructor position. He told me I would hear within 2 weeks of the closing date if I had an interview (the closing date was that day). I had to run all the way to the basement where my appointment book was in the office. He gave me some information as I went down the stairs. When I finally found my appointment book and began to write in it, I accidentally hung up the phone. The phone was between my face and my shoulder and my chin accidentally pushed the on/off button. Way to make a good impression to the man who has the power to hire you! I was cursing myself and trying to track down this man's phone number when he called me back. I apologized profusely and explained what happened. We set up an interview for next week.
Tonight I making final preparations on my Halloween costume. I am going as a swing kid. I found the perfect dress in a second hand shop but I need to make some alterations. I have a party to go to in my hometown tomorrow. Should be fun.
I have an interview to get ready for.
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
Monday, October 25, 2004
Streets of Bakersfield
I felt like I've been put through the wringer the past couple days. I am going through a time where I really need someone to talk to but feel like there is no one. Recently someone who I normally go to vent betrayed my confidence so I'm feeling a little lost. Sometimes you just need to vent without someone judging you, giving advice or belittling your problems.
I have been staying positive as of late about my job situation (or lack of a job situation). I think my positivity is wearing thin. I can't stand being in this stupid house anymore waiting, hoping a school will call me to substitute. Before I moved here I was told that September would be slow but I would be in high demand. There has nearly been 2 months of school and I have only had half a day of sub work. I am on the list for more than 25 schools. There was a science and math conference last week and I didn't even get a call in for that. Usually they need lots of subs for those days. I think I need to be harassing the city school division again as to when they will be interviewing. Beyond that I do not know what to do.
People are stupid. I want to move to the Yukon and become a hermit. I was ready to hop in my car last night and disappear forever.
I am feeling a little caught in the middle right now between two friends. Both friends with me but not with each other. They completely opposite views with each other with no hope of changing their minds. They are both exceedingly stubborn. I don't agree with either of them entirely and I don't want to get involved. The problem is one of them put a spin on something that I said in their on going battle. Then one person told another, then they told someone else and so on. This "information" gets back to my other friend and now I sound like a jerk. They are being so petty and immature. I want to tell them both to grow up but that I know that won't help things at all.
I also am feeling under appreciated. It is very wearing when all you hear from people what you are doing wrong. Last night I remembered my grade 9 art class where this same boy told our teacher he couldn't draw so he wasn't even going to try. She told him he probably used to love to draw when he was little until someone told him he wasn't doing it right or made fun of him. She encouraged him he did have the ability but just lack the training. That is what she was here for. I thought to myself last night how many times in my life have I given up thinking I can't do something because of the criticism of another? Lately I have felt like it is better to do nothing at all than risk being criticized. I am really good at doing not much of anything. They didn't call me Captain Procrastination in high school for nothing. ;) Last night I decided I need to take the high road. I can't change others, only myself. The critical nature of others is making me see what I do not want to be like. Starting today I am going to criticize less and compliment more. Let's call this the first step to my new positive attitude. Hope it lasts.
I have been staying positive as of late about my job situation (or lack of a job situation). I think my positivity is wearing thin. I can't stand being in this stupid house anymore waiting, hoping a school will call me to substitute. Before I moved here I was told that September would be slow but I would be in high demand. There has nearly been 2 months of school and I have only had half a day of sub work. I am on the list for more than 25 schools. There was a science and math conference last week and I didn't even get a call in for that. Usually they need lots of subs for those days. I think I need to be harassing the city school division again as to when they will be interviewing. Beyond that I do not know what to do.
People are stupid. I want to move to the Yukon and become a hermit. I was ready to hop in my car last night and disappear forever.
I am feeling a little caught in the middle right now between two friends. Both friends with me but not with each other. They completely opposite views with each other with no hope of changing their minds. They are both exceedingly stubborn. I don't agree with either of them entirely and I don't want to get involved. The problem is one of them put a spin on something that I said in their on going battle. Then one person told another, then they told someone else and so on. This "information" gets back to my other friend and now I sound like a jerk. They are being so petty and immature. I want to tell them both to grow up but that I know that won't help things at all.
I also am feeling under appreciated. It is very wearing when all you hear from people what you are doing wrong. Last night I remembered my grade 9 art class where this same boy told our teacher he couldn't draw so he wasn't even going to try. She told him he probably used to love to draw when he was little until someone told him he wasn't doing it right or made fun of him. She encouraged him he did have the ability but just lack the training. That is what she was here for. I thought to myself last night how many times in my life have I given up thinking I can't do something because of the criticism of another? Lately I have felt like it is better to do nothing at all than risk being criticized. I am really good at doing not much of anything. They didn't call me Captain Procrastination in high school for nothing. ;) Last night I decided I need to take the high road. I can't change others, only myself. The critical nature of others is making me see what I do not want to be like. Starting today I am going to criticize less and compliment more. Let's call this the first step to my new positive attitude. Hope it lasts.
Thursday, October 21, 2004
Sparkle and shine
I don't feel so great. I think I'm coming down with a cold. It just might be a combination or allergies and not enough sleep but I still feel crappy nonetheless. I was invited over to a friend's for lunch but both of us were not feeling well so we had to postpone.
I am going to spend the afternoon watching Vince Vaughn movies and drinking Neo-citrin.
I am going to spend the afternoon watching Vince Vaughn movies and drinking Neo-citrin.
Tuesday, October 19, 2004
I'm a little frustrated with a friend of mine right now. If you ask them if they are alright they say they are fine but you know they aren't. They have all of this pent up anger and frustration and they aren't talking to anyone about it. Ulcers at an early age here we come!
I was late for tutoring tonight because I couldn't find a place to park. I had to run 5 blocks to the university. I showed up winded and sweaty. (Have I mentioned the guy I am tutoring, Ryan, is hot and around my age!) Coincidentally, Ryan picked a spot to work right by my friend Gina. I forgot to turn off my cellphone and it starting ringing in the quiet, quiet library. I was so embarrassed. I didn't want to be the jerk with the cellphone. I hate when other people do that.
I was late for tutoring tonight because I couldn't find a place to park. I had to run 5 blocks to the university. I showed up winded and sweaty. (Have I mentioned the guy I am tutoring, Ryan, is hot and around my age!) Coincidentally, Ryan picked a spot to work right by my friend Gina. I forgot to turn off my cellphone and it starting ringing in the quiet, quiet library. I was so embarrassed. I didn't want to be the jerk with the cellphone. I hate when other people do that.
Monday, October 18, 2004
some clarification...
For those of you in Internet-land, I have some explanations for you. Some people have been asking me about who Mike is and my crazy comments to him. Mike is a friend who lives in a different city. My cousin and roommate Angela and Mike joke that they are married. Often I relay messages between them. Now come on people, wasn't not knowing more interesting? It lets your imagination run wild.
I have been getting several calls lately for more tutoring work. Everyone is panicking about midterms. Most of them are calling very last minute so I have had to turn them down. I'm a busy girl, you need to book me in advance.
Winter weather has hit Saskatchewan. We got a great deal of snow early yesterday morning and it snowed all today. It has not been that cold but so windy so it makes it feel really cold. I need to call my landlady because cold air is getting in through our less than a year old window frames. My room is the coldest in the house yet it is on the second floor and an east facing window. It is colder than 20C. So you can imagine how much cold air is getting in.
The roads are horrible in the city. I cannot believe that the major roads have not been plowed yet! It snowed yesterday morning for the first time and there have been no snow plows yet. It took my roommate 45 minutes to get home from work where it normally takes her 20. In my hometown (which is about the same size as the city I live in now) the freeways were plowed the morning of the snowfall before rush hour. The city had to spend a ton on overtime for city workers but it was a price the citizens were willing to pay. I can't believe I have another 6 months of this weather. We had such a cold summer, now winter has come so early. I love winter but hate winter driving.
I have been getting several calls lately for more tutoring work. Everyone is panicking about midterms. Most of them are calling very last minute so I have had to turn them down. I'm a busy girl, you need to book me in advance.
Winter weather has hit Saskatchewan. We got a great deal of snow early yesterday morning and it snowed all today. It has not been that cold but so windy so it makes it feel really cold. I need to call my landlady because cold air is getting in through our less than a year old window frames. My room is the coldest in the house yet it is on the second floor and an east facing window. It is colder than 20C. So you can imagine how much cold air is getting in.
The roads are horrible in the city. I cannot believe that the major roads have not been plowed yet! It snowed yesterday morning for the first time and there have been no snow plows yet. It took my roommate 45 minutes to get home from work where it normally takes her 20. In my hometown (which is about the same size as the city I live in now) the freeways were plowed the morning of the snowfall before rush hour. The city had to spend a ton on overtime for city workers but it was a price the citizens were willing to pay. I can't believe I have another 6 months of this weather. We had such a cold summer, now winter has come so early. I love winter but hate winter driving.
Sunday, October 17, 2004
oi with the poodles already
I just got back from 3 hours of back to back tutoring sessions. I am all statsed out.
We invited our friend Isaac over for dinner today. I made BBQ pot roast. We invited him because he was putting together some furniture for my roommate. It is this monstrosity of a bench/storage chest that didn't fit out of her apartment door. He had to disassemble it to move it out. Almost 4 months later he is here to assemble it again.
My silly roommates are watching romantic-comedies on TBS. Boring!
At least, the Riders won today. Grey Cup here we come!
Speaking of sports, I heard the strangest sports verb on the radio today. I heard an announce say that one football team "crotched" another 77-3. When did crotch become a verb? I get what it means but that is weird. It is even worse than "spanked".
We invited our friend Isaac over for dinner today. I made BBQ pot roast. We invited him because he was putting together some furniture for my roommate. It is this monstrosity of a bench/storage chest that didn't fit out of her apartment door. He had to disassemble it to move it out. Almost 4 months later he is here to assemble it again.
My silly roommates are watching romantic-comedies on TBS. Boring!
At least, the Riders won today. Grey Cup here we come!
Speaking of sports, I heard the strangest sports verb on the radio today. I heard an announce say that one football team "crotched" another 77-3. When did crotch become a verb? I get what it means but that is weird. It is even worse than "spanked".
Saturday, October 16, 2004
I perfected my microwave brownie recipe today. The results: delicous.
My parents dropped by today on their way to visit my grandma. Now that I have moved out of no-man's land I get to see them every once in awhile. I spent the rest of the day watching British home improvement shows. It was a pretty slack day.
I start tutoring a new person tomorrow. He is a second year university student. He sounds cute but probably way too young for me.
My parents dropped by today on their way to visit my grandma. Now that I have moved out of no-man's land I get to see them every once in awhile. I spent the rest of the day watching British home improvement shows. It was a pretty slack day.
I start tutoring a new person tomorrow. He is a second year university student. He sounds cute but probably way too young for me.
Thursday, October 14, 2004
"One is silver and the other's gold"
I had such a good day. I heard "Smells Like Teen Spirit" twice. That never happens. Once in a day is rarity.
That wasn't the only reason why it was a good day. I got a call from a friend who I have not spoken to in months. She was in town for a job interview. It was so exciting, I have not seen her in 2 years at least. She was one of my good friends in high school and university. A couple years ago she moved to Ontario to pursue her master's degree and I haven't seen her since she moved back. We had so much fun. I invited her over for supper. She got to see the new place. We watched TV, ate, laughed, looked at old pictures and caught up. She has an apartment here in the city but isn't here much since she is looking for a job. The job she interviewed for today she was told she has it unofficially. Hopefully we can see each other more often.
The day didn't start off great. There is something wrong with my alarm clock. I pushed the snooze button and the alarm never came back on. Good thing I had no where to be. I usually wake up at 7 in case I get a call to sub but i slept in until 10:30. Good thing I didn't get a call.
I found some interesting job prospects today. They are to teach some adult education math classes at SIAST. I am completely qualified to teach them. I spoke with the person in charge of hiring today and he told me that there are 6 openings and I have a very good chance of getting at a least one of them. they are evening classes so it won't interfere with any substitute teaching I may do. My days are still free. you never know it may get my foot into the door and lead to something more . Even if I only get one class it will be nice to have to extra income. I need to save some extra money so I can make it through the summer months.
That wasn't the only reason why it was a good day. I got a call from a friend who I have not spoken to in months. She was in town for a job interview. It was so exciting, I have not seen her in 2 years at least. She was one of my good friends in high school and university. A couple years ago she moved to Ontario to pursue her master's degree and I haven't seen her since she moved back. We had so much fun. I invited her over for supper. She got to see the new place. We watched TV, ate, laughed, looked at old pictures and caught up. She has an apartment here in the city but isn't here much since she is looking for a job. The job she interviewed for today she was told she has it unofficially. Hopefully we can see each other more often.
The day didn't start off great. There is something wrong with my alarm clock. I pushed the snooze button and the alarm never came back on. Good thing I had no where to be. I usually wake up at 7 in case I get a call to sub but i slept in until 10:30. Good thing I didn't get a call.
I found some interesting job prospects today. They are to teach some adult education math classes at SIAST. I am completely qualified to teach them. I spoke with the person in charge of hiring today and he told me that there are 6 openings and I have a very good chance of getting at a least one of them. they are evening classes so it won't interfere with any substitute teaching I may do. My days are still free. you never know it may get my foot into the door and lead to something more . Even if I only get one class it will be nice to have to extra income. I need to save some extra money so I can make it through the summer months.
Tuesday, October 12, 2004
"Oh, we're half way there. Woah, livin' on a prayer"
My head hurts so much it feels like my brain is going to explode out of my skull. I spent most of the day sick. It was complete agony trying to tutor tonight. Remember kids: headaches and math don't mix.
Monday, October 11, 2004
Ground control to Major Tom
The cable was out for most of the night. So cable is supposed to be more reliable than satellite? So far has not been my experience.
Sunday, October 10, 2004
break on through to the other side
Last night I went bowling for my friend's birthday party. It has been forever since the last time I bowled. It was rather embarrassing, the first game I didn't even break 100. I used to be in a bowling league too. I wish I wasn't so competitive and didn't care.
Riders won last night in a clutch. It was high excitement. I was surprised the didn't choke in the 4th quarter like they normally do. Maybe their win last week against Montreal wasn't a fluke?
Riders won last night in a clutch. It was high excitement. I was surprised the didn't choke in the 4th quarter like they normally do. Maybe their win last week against Montreal wasn't a fluke?
Saturday, October 9, 2004
Sleepy Saturday
They are showing the repeat of World Cup Championship on CBC. Boring! I hate repeated sporting events. Bring on the NHL season! Those players and owners need to get over themselves and get back to work.
In other news, I took my dad dress clothes shopping this afternoon. I convinced him that pleated pants flatter no one. I even convinced him to buy a pair of olive brown pants and a striped shirt. That's pretty wild and crazy for my dad. I love shopping for men's clothes.
In other news, I took my dad dress clothes shopping this afternoon. I convinced him that pleated pants flatter no one. I even convinced him to buy a pair of olive brown pants and a striped shirt. That's pretty wild and crazy for my dad. I love shopping for men's clothes.
Friday, October 8, 2004
Let the eating commence!
It's good to be home.
I could have gone out tonight with my sister and her friends but I felt more like hang out at home with my parents. It has been so long since I've had a night to just relax.
Happy (Canadian)Thanksgiving Folks!
I could have gone out tonight with my sister and her friends but I felt more like hang out at home with my parents. It has been so long since I've had a night to just relax.
Happy (Canadian)Thanksgiving Folks!
Thursday, October 7, 2004
Wednesday, October 6, 2004
"those cats don't know squat about service"
The chili turned out really well but it was an eruptive mess. I have made it dozens of times and it has never acted this way. There was even splatter on the ceiling. I'm sure we will be finding hidden chili splatter for weeks.
That Thing You Do was on Much More Music this afternoon. I love that movie so much. It makes me happy.
That Thing You Do was on Much More Music this afternoon. I love that movie so much. It makes me happy.
wild mountain honey
We are having a dinner party at the home of the Official Gong Show (aka my place). Hopefully it will be a good time. I will make "Damn Good Chili" (seriously, it is a brand name).
Last night I was supposed to tutor twice but ended up not tutoring at all. I was really glad both cancelled because later I got a phone call from a friend who was in town for the day.
Two more days until I get to go to my parents house. I am so looking forward to avoiding reality for the weekend.
When I woke up this morning there was no milk left. Of course this was after I had poured myself a bowl of cereal.
Last night I was supposed to tutor twice but ended up not tutoring at all. I was really glad both cancelled because later I got a phone call from a friend who was in town for the day.
Two more days until I get to go to my parents house. I am so looking forward to avoiding reality for the weekend.
When I woke up this morning there was no milk left. Of course this was after I had poured myself a bowl of cereal.
Monday, October 4, 2004
Life is full of possiblities
I applied for a part-time job this morning. It is a curriculum and resource development position at the local SIAST campus. I figure it doesn't hurt to apply. We'll see what happens.
Sunday, October 3, 2004
I ate way too much at lunch today. A lady from my church invited a bunch of people over for dinner.
Mike, how am I suppose to "set up" my roommate. What do you mean? Glad you are so well rested. I didn't get a nap at all today. Sunday afternoon naps are the best.
It is official: I'm busy every single evening this week. Between tutoring sessions, chorus and going way for the weekend I have a pretty full week. If only my days were so exciting...
Mike, how am I suppose to "set up" my roommate. What do you mean? Glad you are so well rested. I didn't get a nap at all today. Sunday afternoon naps are the best.
It is official: I'm busy every single evening this week. Between tutoring sessions, chorus and going way for the weekend I have a pretty full week. If only my days were so exciting...
Congratulations Mike on becoming a pilot! Thought you should also know that recently Maryanne and Chris were forced to reduce their guest list for the wedding. Chris and Maryanne fought to keep you on and you stayed on the list. Be flattered.
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