The last time my mom worked full-time was when I was 3 or 4. So 20 years later, she's finally doing it! I'm happy for her. It's good timing, too, because I thought 2 days before she told me that I wish I had the house to myself more often. I would love to have a vege day and watch movies, but what I really need is to change my job so that I can have a social life.
Saturday I went out with a long-time acquaintance (since elementary school). She is back in town living at home because she broke up with her professor boyfriend who decided to take a job in Montana, where she wasn't willing to go. We went to a popular restaurant/bar where they had a Bollywood theme night. I was sitting with my back to the projection screen. It wasn't racy Indian music videos (which I rather enjoy) that they were showing, but an old, cheesy subtitled movie. (And the dj was playing Indian songs). I had two "vodka crans" and then a girly mixed drink with pomegranate liquor. That was my limit. My coworker who is a few years older and had taken a sick day was there and tapped me on the shoulder. There was also a guy from my company who I recognized and said hi to but couldn't hear which dept he works in. My friend and I danced a bit but she motioned to leave when one guy got too close to her. We were fully tipsy, and she starting speaking in French. (Funny how intoxication makes us less inhibited speaking foreign languages).
We ended up at "Little Mexico," which is a little joint open til 3am for college students and those who quit the bar and have the munchies like we did. We split a barbocoa burrito, which she really enjoyed and wanted more of.
I was still a little hung-over when I woke up after noon the next morning. So I had a lot of fun with her, especially after having worked 3 consecutive Saturday nights, but it's bittersweet; going out like that makes me want to do it more often, and I can't. I am more motivated to make change now.
10/9/09
Après le déluge
I had an emotional crisis but am over it. I see things much rosier when it's over.. now if I could keep that feeling throughout.
My sis got contacts finally yesterday. I'm happy for her. Think it will help her self-image. SHe doesn't have a great one because she is overweight.
Today I bought Finnish night cream. Ellen thinks under 30's buying such stuff is a waste of money, but I look at it as prevention. I have a lot more fine lines than this time last year. I didn't wear moisturizer until last year because I don't have oily or dry skin; just used unscented body lotion.
Ha, an old acquaintance back in town wrote she "hooked up with the keyboardist." Not something you hear every day.
My sis got contacts finally yesterday. I'm happy for her. Think it will help her self-image. SHe doesn't have a great one because she is overweight.
Today I bought Finnish night cream. Ellen thinks under 30's buying such stuff is a waste of money, but I look at it as prevention. I have a lot more fine lines than this time last year. I didn't wear moisturizer until last year because I don't have oily or dry skin; just used unscented body lotion.
Ha, an old acquaintance back in town wrote she "hooked up with the keyboardist." Not something you hear every day.
10/4/09
Sunny Sunday
Last night at work was terrible. Friday night was hell, too. And unfortunately, I've run out of time for now to job search because I need to plan my Cali trip, make necessary reservations, and buy a camera.
I did apply to a job (finally!) this week. Not quite qualified because it involved natural resources, but I'll follow up.
Yesterday I met up with a French acquaintance who said I should go blonde and apply to a French-speaking embassy.. they love blondes! Don't know about changing my looks for a job, but I will look into embassies.
I think it's ridiculous one can't simply walk in and get a simple, affordable hair wash and dry around here. In France they do that, but it's a little expensive. In China they do it, with a fabulous shoulder and scalp massage, and it's dirt cheap! I miss those times. (In terms of hair cut, though, they don't know how to cut Westerners' hair).
I received e-greetings from a Chinese friend because it is mid-Autumn festival. The day before I had bought moon cakes (filled with lotus paste) at the Asian store. Also bought a yummy Japanese cheese pastry. The Japanese know how to make good desserts.
I did apply to a job (finally!) this week. Not quite qualified because it involved natural resources, but I'll follow up.
Yesterday I met up with a French acquaintance who said I should go blonde and apply to a French-speaking embassy.. they love blondes! Don't know about changing my looks for a job, but I will look into embassies.
I think it's ridiculous one can't simply walk in and get a simple, affordable hair wash and dry around here. In France they do that, but it's a little expensive. In China they do it, with a fabulous shoulder and scalp massage, and it's dirt cheap! I miss those times. (In terms of hair cut, though, they don't know how to cut Westerners' hair).
I received e-greetings from a Chinese friend because it is mid-Autumn festival. The day before I had bought moon cakes (filled with lotus paste) at the Asian store. Also bought a yummy Japanese cheese pastry. The Japanese know how to make good desserts.
9/30/09
Can't do this anymore
I have one weeknight off a week, and I try to plan ahead. I don't have fun, though. Because I don't have much contact with people or much going on in my life, I have little to say. And I don't really enjoy the company of the people I'm with. So it's gotta change.. I need a group of friends who understand me to hang out with on somewhat regular basis.
Concerning Twitter post: Realized my tweets are protected. Guess if one became a member, and I allowed them to follow me, they could be viewed.
Concerning Twitter post: Realized my tweets are protected. Guess if one became a member, and I allowed them to follow me, they could be viewed.
9/29/09
http://twitter.com/holmesle
I started a Twitter account a few weeks ago even though I'm pretty much against the concept. I did it because it's a concise (maybe too concise!) way to mark progress in my job search (of which I've had little).
But I'm finally going to apply for a job! I'm not totally qualified, but then, according to my current job's "requirements," wasn't qualified for it either.
I started a Twitter account a few weeks ago even though I'm pretty much against the concept. I did it because it's a concise (maybe too concise!) way to mark progress in my job search (of which I've had little).
But I'm finally going to apply for a job! I'm not totally qualified, but then, according to my current job's "requirements," wasn't qualified for it either.
9/28/09
Last Sunday of September, really?
Man, I just looked at photos on Fbook of a Vietnamese(?)-American guy from HS: one with his shirt off, he is ripped and hot! Anyway..
It is not cool to be hit on by an undergrad and told I look 18 or 19. Waaaaaaah! I used the 10 minute Hydramassage machine at the gym and came out sleepy b/c I had the eye mask on. A young guy comes toward me and says I look familiar (this is actually the 2nd time this week I've gotten that line). Asks if I go to VCU, and I said no. I then asked "How old are you?" He was probably lying when he said 22. I said, "Well, I'm 24, I look younger," at which point he said I look 18 or 19. (Man, I'm getting younger! That's funny b/c my little sis and I are 7 years apart; she's 17, but because she's a bit matronly right now, she's sometimes thought to be older). Then he pulls a "I'm new in town, moved from Hawaii, looking for someone to show me around." I said I work evenings and am looking for a job, don't have much time. That was that. But then upstairs I was using machines, and he asked if I had changed my mind. Persistent bastard! The dangers of working out alone at night in the "meat market" gym. That's actually the first time. I guess I'd rather it be a young thing than a pathetic older guy but it worried me a little, how I look younger, and therefore, younger guys thinking I'm their age. Oh, well. It's all about situations, and I don't think I'll be in too many with under 21s.
It is not cool to be hit on by an undergrad and told I look 18 or 19. Waaaaaaah! I used the 10 minute Hydramassage machine at the gym and came out sleepy b/c I had the eye mask on. A young guy comes toward me and says I look familiar (this is actually the 2nd time this week I've gotten that line). Asks if I go to VCU, and I said no. I then asked "How old are you?" He was probably lying when he said 22. I said, "Well, I'm 24, I look younger," at which point he said I look 18 or 19. (Man, I'm getting younger! That's funny b/c my little sis and I are 7 years apart; she's 17, but because she's a bit matronly right now, she's sometimes thought to be older). Then he pulls a "I'm new in town, moved from Hawaii, looking for someone to show me around." I said I work evenings and am looking for a job, don't have much time. That was that. But then upstairs I was using machines, and he asked if I had changed my mind. Persistent bastard! The dangers of working out alone at night in the "meat market" gym. That's actually the first time. I guess I'd rather it be a young thing than a pathetic older guy but it worried me a little, how I look younger, and therefore, younger guys thinking I'm their age. Oh, well. It's all about situations, and I don't think I'll be in too many with under 21s.
9/25/09
Angry
So I tried to help an old acquaintance find a job at my company, even though I wouldn't recommend it to anyone. She will have an interview with them Monday for my dept. I had told her I assumed Concierge dept wasn't hiring b/c they just hired a bunch of people. So I'm afraid they will offer her a position alongside me, but day shift, which is what I want. I should have expressed interest in day shift long ago, but thought I wanted a different company altogether (but unfortunately, have yet to get my act together).
I want her to get a job, and she'd be fine with my dept, but not a better shift than me! She applied to 25 jobs in DC but didn't hear back.
Man, that surprised and stressed me. Feel I can accomplish little this shift b/c after waking up, there are only so many hours for exercise, eating, and job searching. I'm so fed up but strive for better times.
I want her to get a job, and she'd be fine with my dept, but not a better shift than me! She applied to 25 jobs in DC but didn't hear back.
Man, that surprised and stressed me. Feel I can accomplish little this shift b/c after waking up, there are only so many hours for exercise, eating, and job searching. I'm so fed up but strive for better times.
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