23 June 2010

Freaky, Dark, and Weird Part II

Does anyone remember my post about being called, "Freaky, Dark, and Weird" in my Humanities class in Summer 2009? I was really bothered by it at first because of the person who called me that (she bugged me like NO OTHER), while understanding that I am quite ...different... especially from other Mormon girls.

I happen to like being a different breed, if you will. I like my quirks and all of the oddities about me and I EXTREMELY enjoy re-realizing how weird I am.

I have an art of the day application on my iGoogle page and when I logged on tonight, I saw this picture and FELL IN LOVE! I darn near cried it was so beautiful:


It's called La Laguna Estigia (The River Styx) by Félix Resurrección Hidalgo. Its GORGEOUS! I did some research on it and, for those of you that care, found out that it's based on Dante's Inferno.

To add to the painting reaffirming how Freaky, Dark, and Weird I am, I would like to admit right here, on my blog that 2 people read, that I am a masochist. A SEVERE masochist.

I decided to tell GP/Beetlejuice about the openings in my department at work (with my boss' permission, of course) and he is applying. I don't think I took into account that telling him about the job meant that he would be calling/texting/fb-ing me practically EVERY DAY. The worst part is, I've gotten used to him calling/texting/fb-ing me all of the time again, so I'm constantly checking EVERYTHING, which just pisses me off. hahaha. I hate that I kinda-sorta-maybe think I want him here...but at the same time, I don't. Basically I'm just a confused girl and I hate it. hahaha. I'm so used to knowing myself and my mind that when I get put in this kind of situation I'm completely disoriented and can't really think. It doesn't help that as soon as he starts talking to me my coherency level drops like a new-born giraffe.

The jerk.

Things that induce laughter/smiles/happy feelings in me today:
1. Free merchandise from CAPA Kristen's bf who sells Izze. Has anyone out there ever tried Izze? I'm on the fence, but I've only had the Blackberry drink, so I dunno... ANYWAY, I got a shirt, 3 stickers, 3 magnets, chapstick, and a drink for free today. Thanks, Jim!
2. I'm getting my own office at work. Yep, a full-blown office to go with my promotion. I can't wait until Christy finishes my contract - I want to go to the dentist so bad!
3. I ordered the dress I've been in love with for nearly a year the other day. Pictures will be posted once I get the dress. I know, I know, I've already promised pictures of my haircut. Maybe I can kill 2 birds with one stone...
4. Chelsea interviewed at SQA today for the CAPA internship. I hope she gets it!
5. Natalie mailed me a letter from Shauna and I got it today. My mom was emailing me at work to tell me I had a letter from Tempe, which really confused me. Needless to say, I was on pins and needles all day about it.
6. I'm dead serious about going to England and Ireland for my 25th birthday next year. I'm also STOKED for it.
7. I finally went to FHE (for the first time in this ward) and the Bishop asked me to speak on Sunday and told me he wanted to meet with me during church to give me a calling. I'm 99.99% sure I know what it is, but I guess I'll find out on Sunday...

16 June 2010

Changes

In the photo below, please note how long my hair is:

Yes, it curls around my boob (and I'm ...well endowed...).

You're probably reading this thinking that I'm going to post a picture of my new hair cut (well...new-ER.) - yeah - not today. This is (L-R) Chelsea, me, Nicole, and Allison a day or 2 before Nicole moved to Utah. She's not really that tall - she's wearing her high-heeled boots because her boytoy is 6'5."

Along with the new hair cut (photo coming soon, I promise...no really...), I have FABULOUS news!

I asked my boss on Tuesday (my 3-month anniversary at SQA Services) what my next step is because that was the end of my internship. She said that she is in the process of writing my contract to hire me on permanently. Once she writes the contract, it has to be approved by her supervisor and then the President (who is the co-founder of the band that he is insisting I join as the lead singer). She's confident there will not be any problems. So, the official offer hasn't been extended, but she congratulated me today and ensured me I have nothing to worry about.

I love my job so much. I love the responsibility and how insanely hectic it is. I love my bosses and my 2 coworkers. I love the personalities I deal with and the cultural knowledge I gain through the Associates. I love the quirks of all of my coworkers and the fact that I'm in a band. I love the trust my bosses have in me and the many opportunities they've given me to prove myself.

I can't think of a better company to work for - and trust me, I read about companies all over the world and how they function: SQA is a great company.

Things that induce laughter/smiles/happy feelings in me today:
1. Cuddling with Jake, the dog. He's the best man I have in my life right now (aside from the blood relatives and Kyle, the guy I've never met). I come home every day to a wagging tail and as many kisses as I can tolerate. He has to be put to bed every night and that can involve him sitting on my lap, moaning, and giving me kisses, practically begging to not be put to bed. He's so weird.
2. Alan Rickman. I heart him.
3. I can't wait until Chelsea's birthday (cause that's when the book I've been waiting for comes out). I'm a horrible friend. I know. She knows. WE ALL KNOW!
4. I wish I knew what the heck certain people were thinking. My life would be so much easier.
5. I'm a super freak. And not in the Rick James way - in the psychic way. On Sunday, my mom and I were channel surfing and I saw "The Music Man" on one of the channels. I don't particularly care for that movie, but I happen to quite enjoy the "Marion the Librarian" scene. As I was clicking to the channel, I said, "I hope we're catching 'Marion the Librarian' and then I can change the channel again." Yeah, right as I clicked over "Marion the Librarian" started.

15 June 2010

Someone Please Solve My Problem...

I can't do this one on my own.

I have stewed over this since I first got hired at SQA as an intern.

We hired another intern this week - his name is Ted. We're slated to hire 3 more interns for our department alone because of this totally awesome $12 million deal we signed with a MAJOR corporation that will remain nameless on the internet. We need the extra man power because today and yesterday I put in 10-hour days and I'm probably going to have to keep that rate up along with my 2 bosses until we hire our other 3 interns.

The problem is, these interns can't be just anyone. They have to be Editors with at least a Bachelor's degree in English. I tried to convince Elliot to move down here to work, but he's training to become a seminary teacher and can't come right away. (I fully intend to hound him until he breaks though...hahaha!) And I've already coaxed Jenni into moving down from San Francisco (potentially...she's submitted her resume and we're looking for somewhere for her to live right now).

I only know one other person who is qualified: GothPod - or some of you may know him as Beetlejuice.

Ah, yes, the infamous GP...

I know he's searching diligently for a job (he's done census worker, pool cleaner, and his most recent job is a Cutco salesman...) because he tells me when we talk and I see the FB updates. He's still waiting to hear if the TSA wants him. I know it's the Christian thing to do to tell him about the opening(s), but herein lies the dilemma.

My bosses both know the history between GP and I, and because of this, they don't want him. I've told them that he's beyond qualified - every bit as good as me, but that I hesitate because my feelings are conflicted. I don't doubt his ability.

I've prayed about telling him about the job opening (despite Christy and Mayu's distaste for the situation/him) and haven't really received an answer yet. I've run over and over in my head whether my hesitation about telling him is because I'm hurt by how he treated me in the end or because I doubt his patience required to do the work. (Its a combination of the 2 and an additional factor, in case you were wondering.)

I just can't figure this one out. And this is just touching the surface of the problem. There are so many scenarios to consider no matter what I decide to do. I'm swimming in this one and can't breathe.

Please, someone tell me what to do.

Things that induce laughter/smiles/happy feelings in me today:
1. The post that will magically appear at 7 AM on 16 June 2010 right here on "A Work in Progress."
2. Wii swordfighting - it's saving me.
3. I have officially discovered I do not like to be called, "Babe."

02 June 2010

Music = Love.

I don't usually watch a lot of TV (let alone reality shows), but I've watched So You Think You Can Dance off and on since it started a few years back. What I always find interesting about this show (aside from the dancing that I am TOTALLY jealous of) is the fact that they always use music that most people don't know - except me.

Ok - that last bit isn't entirely true. It feels like that though. I'll find some obscure band by surfing youtube, or randomly perusing iTunes. For instance, last year, someone danced to "Hometown Glory" by Adele when no one really knew her but I had been singing "Chasing Pavements" and "First Love" for at least 6 months prior. And then tonight, the show used Florence + the Machine's "Dog Days Are Over." It seems like no one in the US knew Florence + the Machine. I only found them by scrolling through youtube videos of German artists. (Random, I know.)

Anyway. Again on tonight's episode I was reminded how much I adore Priscilla Ahn when they started playing "Dream."


Love it.

Things that induce laughter/smiles/happy feelings in me today:
1. Singing. I can't stop.
2. My trip to the zoo on Monday didn't quite pan out, but it was still an excellent day. One day, I'll blog about it. Maybe.
3. The more time I spend with Bryce, the more I realize how much I've missed him. But the normal way these days.
4. I'll find out in ONE WEEK if my job wants to keep me or not. I'm praying and crossing my fingers.
5. Nicole is gone - moved to Utah.
6. I bought a Wii. Go ahead; judge me. But man, it's fun and the sword fighting is definitely my new stress reliever until I think I can handle Ashley's old Tae Bo videos.
7. Ashley's old Tae Bo videos. Ha.
8. I have some ridiculous e-mail conversations with Auditors at work.
9. GothPod phase out. Wish me luck because I already desperately need it.
10. Hick-hop. WOW.