Well the car had to go in for repairs, $750 worth of them to be exact. YEOUCH!!
One bright side of this is that dad had “given us” a tune-up for Christmas that we never redeemed and so he paid for most of it. The other bright side of this is that while there we found out about a recall on our car’s under-chassis which means that we get a brand new one absolutely free next week once the ordered part comes in. Little by little our almost 10-year old car is getting fixed up quite nicely thanks to other recalls and the extended warranty we purchased when we bought the car. Now all it needs is a new paint-job and you’d never guess that its really a clunker in disguise. Can you guess what I’ll be asking for this Xmas?
I still am not happy about the new department I’m working in. I quite literally broke down in tears of frustration every day Monday through Thursday. Now granted, I take my job way too seriously and my stress levels (and related depression and anxiety) are still sky high but this is not usual behavior even for me. Friday was a little better (but then I leave at 2 on Fridays) but the job is following me home in that I can’t shake the stress, I’m on a very short fuse, and frankly even in my dreams (waht few I seem to have) I’m telemarketing.
I’m not sure if it makes it better or worse but apparently my boss is focusing on me as the potential team lead for this new department. Now, for many companies this would be a positive. But I work in an alternate dimension where the harder you work the worse you are treated. It is common practice that any supervisory role is regularly scapegoated and unsupported. Its a conundrum to be sure. All I know is that something needs to change in regards to my work situation and this is a resume builder if nothing else, and that since the alternative is not having a job at all, its suck it up time.
In other news, we are picking up Lady Rose’s daughter Angel Girl tomorrow and keeping her for a couple of days. Princess Nibbles is done with day camp and the predicted weather looks to be lovely and so I predict days spent lounging at the local community pool (for them not for me). I am hoping to fit in other fun activities as well in my evenings after work and hopefully a trip to the Mall which will be a mix of fun and necessity as my girls need new clothes for the coming school year.
Hope each of you has something to look forward to this week, or, if you don’t that a lovely surprise happens your way.
Blessings
Mama Kelly
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By Kim Campbell on Aug 16, 2009 |
I read your words and see myself. I am in a better environment, but I take my job so seriously and with the depression and anxiety….not a good mix! Eeeeeeeeeeeeeee! I know where your comin’ from.
((((hugs)))
By WitchBaby on Aug 16, 2009 |
Just came across you blog and just thought I would drop an encouraging comment. Goddess has a way of giving only what you can handle, just stay focused and before you know it you will be in a supervisory position.
With the depression – drink blueberry green tea for a little boost when you think you are so low you can’t make it any more & carry a fairy stone.
By Lady Grace DreamWeaver on Aug 16, 2009 |
I worked for three years for a company I knew was going to close our department. I’d been through three layoffs before, and can smell them! Anyway, we collected on bad checks (a dying industry, to be sure). It was the worst job, and best pay, I had had in 15 years. I couldn’t affored to leave, and couldn’t stand to stay. I gained 100 pounds, which I still struggle to loose.
Telemarketing and debt collection seems to have its own culture/stress. May the Lady bless and keep you until something better comes along!
By Hippie Witch on Aug 16, 2009 |
I have had Lady Rose on my Reiki grid, going to add you as well…sending love your way. Keep up the great blogs! I enjoy them and have your button on my blog!
Tori
By Mama Kelly on Aug 16, 2009 |
Hippie Witch
Thank you so much for sending Reiki to Lady Rose (and to me as well). Thank you as well for your kind words about our site(s) and for putting our button on your blog.
Blessings!
By Mama Kelly on Aug 16, 2009 |
Lady Grace
It is true – call centers (specifically the 2 you mention) are their own animal. The weight gain alone is such a pervasive aspect of the job. Thank you for your kind words, they will stay with me tomorrow I am certain!!
Blessings
By Mama Kelly on Aug 16, 2009 |
WitchBaby
If I thought the supervisory position would be a good thing your words would probably be a greater comfort, LOL. I will however take your advise on the fairy stone and see what stone may want to come to work with me tomorrow to help me retain my center and find some calm in the storm.
Blessings
By Mama Kelly on Aug 16, 2009 |
Kim
Right now my focus is on fixing other aspects of my life. Once those are in place I intend to find a better environment where my compulsive work ethic has a greater chance of being appreciated. In the meantime, may your work week be an easy one and may you find a way to be gentler with yourself.
Blessings