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Tuesday, December 4, 2012

Working 9 to 5

For 6 1/2 months I woke up every day wondering what I was going to do with my life. Then I got up, maybe searched for some jobs, watched some TV, cleaned my room, did some traveling, went for a swim or a run, took a nap, spent time with my friends and family, and again, wondered what on Earth I was going to do with my life. Then one day, I got a call for an interview, and 4 weeks later I am living in California. Monday through Friday from 9 to 5, I know where I am going to be. 

The door to the office. Where the adventure begins.

 My first day of work was good. We did some orientation, had a staff meeting, I learned how to use the copiers, and I learned where the bathrooms are.  I feel good about the office and the job, and feel really good about the people that I work with. There are aspects of the job that scare me to death and I hope that I can really do this. I think I can. Today was even better than yesterday. We started talking specifics and I am getting a better feel for exactly what I will be doing. I am still scared.


First day of work picture. The mirror at home is small, so the only one I really had access to was the one in the bathroom at work. Classy, I know, but I am a girl and felt it was a necessary thing to document.
I am really looking forward to my life in a couple of weeks when I am settled in and can start to feel like I actually know what I am doing. Though honestly, I can't complain. While I am still nervous and working on making both my work and living situations feel more like home, so many wonderful things have happened since I have gotten here that have helped me to feel like I belong and have helped me to feel like moving out here was a good decision. I would be a hot mess for sure if I didn't feel that reassurance. 

My desk. Complete with bamboo plant! 
I am thinking of naming the bamboo plant on my desk. Any suggestions?

8 comments:

  1. I fully support documenting... even if you have to do it in the bathroom at work. :) So excited for your new job.

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    1. Bathroom shots are classy. I totally believe that is true!

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  2. WOMAN! I'm so proud of you. I mean, I'm officially distraught that you're not here anymore, BUT I will blissfully stalk you on your blog. :) LOVE YOU!!!!

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    1. Oh, you! I miss you too! Thanks for the love! I SERIOUSLY appreciate it, and love you right back!

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  3. Yay! Happy working! Happy New Job! Happy New Ward/Friends/Etc.

    Seriously, my dear, am so thrilled for you!

    xox

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    1. Thanks darling! BTW, Carlee that you guys hired worked in my old office at UVU! It's a small world after all! Love you!

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  4. Excellent first-day outfit choice. I'm so proud of you--you are so brave! I think the bamboo's name should be Baxter. Or, better yet, you could dedicate the bamboo to all the crazy Utah names and dub it Brinleigh Brielle, or Bexley Blayzen, or something equally crazy.

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    1. I love Baxter, and Blayzen?! That may be too good to pass up. I am so jealous that you are in Utah right now. Let's skype SOON!

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