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Posted by TexasChic on February 2, 2009, at 22:43:00
Things went pretty well! Everybody is REALLY nice, and I have my own office! Its SO CUTE! Every office has different colored walls and mine are pale sage green. I plan to decorate in my favorite color, purple (there's already a purple clock in there). I love green and purple together! Also, they have a cappuccino machine in the breakroom which is cool, but also kind of evil (its so easy for me to get addicted to all that caffeine and sugar)!
I'll admit, the job is a little scary. I am going to have quite a lot of responsibility. I have a lot to learn and it all seems so complicated right now! But if I can pull it off, I will really increase my skills and make myself more marketable. I think once I start getting the hang of it the every day challenge will be fun. I just have to get past this initial scary phase!
I felt like I handled the day pretty well, but I think the stress may have caused me to get hives! I have always been prone to them, I have a skin condition called dermatographism. Basically its very sensitive skin, and when you scratch it, it causes it to itch, whelp and turn red. I think the stress of the first day caused it to flair up and by the time I got home I was itching all over! I ended up taking 4 benedryl (sp). But I'm better now, and all that benedryl has made me sleepy, so I'm going to go to bed. Thanks for listening, I'll keep yall posted!
-T
Posted by Jay_Bravest_Face on February 2, 2009, at 23:38:23
In reply to Ist day at new job, posted by TexasChic on February 2, 2009, at 22:43:00
GREAT to hear T! Wish you all the best. One of your biggest fans..:-)
Jay
Posted by Phillipa on February 3, 2009, at 0:14:26
In reply to Ist day at new job, posted by TexasChic on February 2, 2009, at 22:43:00
T cool deal love the clor sage. Sorry about the hives since you're sleeping they will go away I bet. Tomorrow concentrate on the great job you will do dazzle them with your skills, let them know you are willing to learn all they have to teach you. And watch the caffeine. Have a great day and definitely post how it goes. Wonderful first day went so well minus the hives!!! Love Phillipa
Posted by JadeKelly on February 3, 2009, at 0:35:36
In reply to Re: Ist day at new job » TexasChic, posted by Phillipa on February 3, 2009, at 0:14:26
Whoo Hoo T!
I bet you looked fabulous as well as wowed them with your skill and charming presence!! I will mail you in case we need a session. My hair is a mess, I need some help.
PS-I'm jealous of course but I'll try to keep that in check. Go get em !!!
Btw-do we get any details about the job? Has it exponentially increased your self esteem? I ask because my time is coming and I'm scared, sniff sniff
~Jade
Posted by Kath on February 3, 2009, at 9:40:41
In reply to Ist day at new job, posted by TexasChic on February 2, 2009, at 22:43:00
Such good news (except the hives).
Hives are awful. I hope they go away really soon.
All the best TC - you deserve good things.
xoxo Kath
Please keep us updated.
Posted by Partlycloudy on February 3, 2009, at 14:41:32
In reply to Ist day at new job, posted by TexasChic on February 2, 2009, at 22:43:00
In honour of your new job I bought some purple flowers and put them in a green vase.
:-)
Thinking of you. The first few weeks are the most challenging.
Posted by Kath on February 3, 2009, at 15:31:36
In reply to Re: Ist day at new job » TexasChic, posted by Partlycloudy on February 3, 2009, at 14:41:32
Oh What a sweetie!!!
Nice to see your name.
hugs, Kath
Posted by fayeroe on February 3, 2009, at 18:07:57
In reply to Ist day at new job, posted by TexasChic on February 2, 2009, at 22:43:00
Posted by TexasChic on February 3, 2009, at 19:34:39
In reply to Re: Ist day at new job » Partlycloudy, posted by Kath on February 3, 2009, at 15:31:36
The hives did go away. I'm not sure if they were technically hives, but they certainly seemed like it!
Today went better, I felt like things were beginning to make some sense. One thing is really making it a challenge though, they use PCs and you all know I'm a Mac girl! I'm taking it as just one more set of skills to add to my repertoire though, but it sure is annoying!
One positive thing I've realized is the two short term jobs that I got let go from recently have given me some much needed practice in areas where I really needed it. So I'm starting off further ahead than I would have if I hadn't held those jobs! So everything happens for a reason!
Thanks everyone for your well wishes. I'm a bit too tired to reply to everyone individually, but I really do appreciate the support!
-T
Posted by Phillipa on February 3, 2009, at 19:42:29
In reply to Thanks everyone!!!, posted by TexasChic on February 3, 2009, at 19:34:39
T great that today was better than yesterday and tomorrow will be even better. Yes things do happen for a reason. You refined your skills also resume writing skills!!!! Love Phillipa
Posted by Kath on February 3, 2009, at 20:17:42
In reply to Re: Thanks everyone!!! » TexasChic, posted by Phillipa on February 3, 2009, at 19:42:29
Good points from TC & Phillipa about gaining skills etc. & good things coming from places in a way we weren't aware of!!
YAYYYYYY.
luv, Kath
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