Portland, Oregon
I’m starting to think that I need to create a category for my blog specifically called Karmic Balance or “It all evens out in the end.” If you recall I’ve had a few entries where just when I thought things were turning from bad to worse for me, I would be hit with perfect luck or that moment of clarity that was just what I needed. I would classify this week as one of those weeks.
This was the first time since losing my job that I could feel the dread of job hunting lurking around the corner about to bite me in the ass. Until now I have been traveling around as if I’m still being fronted by my sugar daddy employer from before. It wasn’t until I started helping my parents move and finally saw my sister’s new house that I realized I just wanted my life in Seattle to start now and that means getting a job. I was quickly ruling out the cruise ship job for that very reason. Then as some family junk was making me question why I was even staying in Seattle, I found out about a job that sounded like the perfect fit.
Now get ready for this. You may all hate me and as my dad would say, I’m unconscious (meaning that good things just happen to me without any effort on my part). After hearing of the job opening, I submitted my resume on Monday, was called Tuesday morning to set up an interview for Thursday, and on Friday I was accepting their job offer. As of January 12th I will be a working girl again. All thanks to five amazing people. Three former co-workers and two managers who all in some way, shape, or form helped me land this job with their recommendations and words of praise on my behalf.
Then to top it off I was lucky enough to attend the holiday party for said former job, and this time I worked up enough guts to talk to Bill Gates. The best part was I had the opportunity to tell him about Act of Giving and thank him for his generosity which helped to make it happen. But my original intention was to find out if he stayed at my grandparents’ house 30 years ago and that was a big no. Oh well.
Then to top off my impossible to top week, I jumped on the train and headed down to KB’s in Portland where I had a blast with the gang. There was great food, silly games, and much wine for me. And for those who may be wondering, yes I’m still wearing my outfit from the holiday party at KB’s because I only had a few minutes after a long crazy night to catch my train. And frankly, the outfit seemed train worthy. 🙂
Thanks to all for the support and good wishes. It’s sick that I only applied for this one job and got it. My parents think I’m the luckiest freak ever and I think my Dad worries about the day when my luck runs out and I get a job at the Olive Garden again. 🙂 Never!
The only downfall? I never filed for unemployment. I know, I know. Go ahead and kick me.
Last bit: A nice big e-mail from me to whoever can tell me where the title for entry comes from. (Max, I’m looking at you to get this one.)
I do, indeed, suddenly hate you very, very much.
Now who’m I gonna get to run away to Europe with me?
I can’t believe it…you are going to make a LOT of people very very angry, but then they will just reveal themselves as self-serving, egotistical bastards. 😉 I am very happy for you, especially that now I can come live with you in Seattle and you can keep me in the way I am accustomed to. When can I quit my job then? Congrats!
If you could see me right now, you would see one crazy gal clapping her hands and grinning ear to ear – for you! Congrats. You deserve whatever happiness is sent to you, whether unconscious or not. Don’t question this said luckiness or you will jinx it and it will end. Go with it. I am excited to hear more about this new job of yours. By the way, I never applied for unemployment either. Go fig.
And you didn’t see fit to let me know that we’ll soon be coworkers once again?!?
I’ll look forward to the 12th – although I probably won’t see you until early February. Enjoy the rest of your time off!
Madonna? I cheated a little..but sounded familer. Dear Jessie? hehehe…email me!!!!!!!!
Congratulations! I am guessing that you are headed to work with Ted and Maria? I am also venturing back into employment on the 12th (I am trying not to think of it as Black Monday). Have a great holiday!
I cheated too — it’s from Madonna! Thank you, Google.
Congrats on the job. I don’t think you’re the luckiest thing ever — I remember those Olive Garden days. You already paid your dues. And that time you worked for the Census? Sheesh, you deserve this.
Way to go! I’ll be curious to know if the new job is as fun as the old, but given the company you’ll be keeping I don’t see how it could be otherwise.
I think it’s a dragon plus aquarius thing Katie. I have the same weird luck too. It’s like everytime I get kicked in the teeth a new pair of dentures falls from the sky. We are a rare breed baby.
Hey there! Thanks for calling today! Yep, we are fine and dandy down here in Cali….a little shaken but not stirred…hee hee hee. Have a great time with your parents! Love ya!
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