Today has been a really easy day, which I needed after yesterday's bug that had me feeling tired and nauseous. I feel a lot better today, though I'm not back to 100% yet. I did a load of laundry, mainly because I needed to clean my work clothes, as they were quite filthy! Try as I might to not get dirty, they seem to attract every granule of dust, lint, and food that you don't even see until it's attached to the clothing! So I got that done and made some lunch/dinner (just hamburger helper, I'm lazy, plus the neighbor upstairs is cooking too, so I'll be eating up there later).
I had an offer yesterday from one of the companies that I had interviewed with before I got my current job. They wanted me to come in for the second interview they had denied me a couple months ago, and even made me an offer of hours and pay. But they were talking about having me part-time, though I'd probably be at or near the hours I'm currently working. But they weren't willing to match my pay scale AND status as full-time. And while the position is one I wanted, considering that the market they are in is currently in a very sore spot in the economy and the benefits I'm being offered soon in the current job, I cannot leave the job I just started. Even more importantly, I am a needed member of the team and leaving right now wouldn't be right or fair to my boss or anyone else. So long as I'm needed, I won't take the offer unless something drastic comes up. All in all, the pay would probably even out, but job security and benefits far outweigh a desired position at this point. It's not like I'm passing on a managerial position, but my chances in my current company are much better. So, for now at least I will stay put.
Today will also be one of those days where I absorb the peace and quiet that comes with a day off. Silence is truly food for my soul as work is usually loud and chaotic, but I have always felt that way. So today I even try to ignore the squeaks and hums that are a part of daily life here, to find my inner tranquility, serenity that has evaded me for so long. Today, the only music in my head is Serenity by Godsmack.
So I am off for now, may each of you enjoy what's left of your day, and I'll see you tomorrow afternoon!!
1 comment:
Sounds like you are doing all right there Lynx.. It always helps when you feel needed and wanted doesn't it?
I think that you have made the right decision for now, and if this other job really wants you, they will try again later. However, it sounds like you were second choice anyway and when the first one didn't work out they tried to fall back on you. You may not want to stay in your current job forever but it seems to have helped you already in giving you a sence of confidence and commiitment and a work -ethic that you will be able to take with you forever.
Keep it up girl! You are on the right track, until even if a better job in your preferred area does come up. TCT
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