It is with great sadness that I report that Miss Snark is retiring from her blog. I didn't post all that often, but I read her faithfully and upon occasion, I wrote in to ask advice. Though she replied with candor and, well, snark, she never once deemed me a "nitwit". I attribute what little success I have to her and her ability to get through to us with her cluegun. She will be missed and I hope that one day she will return.
We will miss you!
'Nuff said.
I had a very pleasant surprise today. While talking to my friend, L., I found out that someone at the Pepsi company was looking at my resume pretty darn hard. I turned my resume in almost a month ago, thinking that I need a job that guarantees me 40 hrs/wk and pays for my medical insurance. When I didn't hear anything back, I figured that they were the kind of company that would call if they were interested. As it turns out, they have been so swamped that they haven't even had a chance to look at resumes to fill their openings. Well, that's good news. I asked my friend, "So they weren't overlooking me?" She replied, "No! Not at all. In fact, 'L' was asking me if you were my co-worker from the mini-mart and asked how good you were." I laughed and asked if she told him that I was all that and a bag-o-chips. She said she sure did and not to give up hope. Like I would? Even if I didn't get the job at Pepsi, I would still have my full-time position at the mini-mart...sans medical because I can't afford theirs! I'm psyched about it. Not only do I have my friend putting in a good word for me, but the salesman said he would and so did 2 of my drivers for them. Not to mention all of the people I listed as references. Wish me luck, Kiddies. I REALLY need this job because I'm out of my medication and can't afford to get more without insurance since I would need to see a doctor first.
Writing: Actually, I've done some. Not a whole lot, but I've gotten about a half a chapter written in the last few days. I really like where this story is going. It's a bit edgy, but totally inline with the Blaze theme I like to write. The working title is Twelve Days of Bliss and as you might imagine, it's a Christmas story. (I believe I've blogged about this one before) Once this one is done, I'm going to get back to the "Scott and Charity" story that my favorite fan T. is familiar with. Still no news from Samhain about Alex, but with conferences and back log reading to be done for my poor editor, I can't say that I'm surprised. I just hope she likes it. I mean, after cutting a total of 13,000 words from the manuscript over a six-month period, I could practically dictate the story to anyone who is interested. Also, I've recently sent in my application to the local chapter of RWA. They hold awesome retreats. Last year they held one called "Peninsula Sleepless Retreat". A huge pajama party, writing workshops, etc. One of the cool pluses? Debbie Macomber is a member of this chapter. Not to mention that they hold meetings at the Silverdale Beach Hotel. Hello! I used to sing karaoke there with my friend L.!! I sooo know where that is, so no fears when it comes to my driving phobia. (Nor do I have to force the spousal unit to take me)
Well, that's about it. A brief update with some cool news. I hope to update with an acceptance for Alex or a job interview with Pepsi soon. Keep your fingers, eyes, legs, whatever crossed for me! Take care and I'll catch y'all on the flipside. Later, Kiddies...
Well I...I set my sights on you (and no one else will do) And I, I've got to have my way now, baby (and no one else will do) And I, I've got to have my way now, baby All I know is that to me You look like you're havin' fun Open up your lovin' arms Watch out, here I come ~You Spin Me Around (Like A Record)~ Dead or Alive Oh what a day. Nothing bad happened mind you, but I'm in a good mood. Why is that? I was able to get some writing in yesterday, today, and I managed to make some bomb a** wings that had everyone in the house grasping for their water. Boo-yah! Writing: As I mentioned, I was able to get some in these last couple of days. Fortunately that means just over 1,500 words. Not bad considering I've been at a stand-still for the last several weeks. I think I've finally broken through the invisible barrier that has been keeping me at bay for some time. Yay! Life: All I know is, May 1st can't come soon enough. That's when I'm taking a week off for a vacation. I'm contemplating extending my time to 12 days (since that's the most anyone can take). The Wes-man wants to go see his mother during this time and though I haven't seen his family in almost 3 years, I don't especially want to go. Is that wrong of me? Perhaps, but I would rather be considered cold if it means wanting to see my own family instead. This year will mark 11 years since I've seen my brother and 10 years since I've seen my father. What is the Wes-man's response to this? "If your brother wasn't such a loser, he would come see you." And his family has come out to see us how many times? Once and that was his mother about 7 1/2 years ago. Hmm. Anyone else see something wrong with this picture? Work: Bleh. That's all I have to say. I love my schedule, but the restrictions that they put on me have got to go. How do they expect us to receive all merchandise by 11am? We're lucky to have all our drivers arrive by then. Well, that's about it for now. Just a bit of venting and giving an update. I would like to extend a heart-felt CONGRATULATIONS to Christine for having her Wizard's Academy anthology picked up by the awesome International Creative Management. Much props to you, darlin'!! I'm so happy for you! Until we meet again, take care! Later, Kiddies...
Oh what a day. Nothing bad happened mind you, but I'm in a good mood. Why is that? I was able to get some writing in yesterday, today, and I managed to make some bomb a** wings that had everyone in the house grasping for their water. Boo-yah!
Writing: As I mentioned, I was able to get some in these last couple of days. Fortunately that means just over 1,500 words. Not bad considering I've been at a stand-still for the last several weeks. I think I've finally broken through the invisible barrier that has been keeping me at bay for some time. Yay!
Life: All I know is, May 1st can't come soon enough. That's when I'm taking a week off for a vacation. I'm contemplating extending my time to 12 days (since that's the most anyone can take). The Wes-man wants to go see his mother during this time and though I haven't seen his family in almost 3 years, I don't especially want to go. Is that wrong of me? Perhaps, but I would rather be considered cold if it means wanting to see my own family instead. This year will mark 11 years since I've seen my brother and 10 years since I've seen my father. What is the Wes-man's response to this? "If your brother wasn't such a loser, he would come see you." And his family has come out to see us how many times? Once and that was his mother about 7 1/2 years ago. Hmm. Anyone else see something wrong with this picture?
Work: Bleh. That's all I have to say. I love my schedule, but the restrictions that they put on me have got to go. How do they expect us to receive all merchandise by 11am? We're lucky to have all our drivers arrive by then.
Well, that's about it for now. Just a bit of venting and giving an update. I would like to extend a heart-felt CONGRATULATIONS to Christine for having her Wizard's Academy anthology picked up by the awesome International Creative Management. Much props to you, darlin'!! I'm so happy for you! Until we meet again, take care! Later, Kiddies...
