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Posted by gREg on June 4, 2002, at 12:22:51
Hey Gang,
Been awfully quiet around here. We don't want Bob to think that this was a bad idea do we?
I've been using my away time to hammer the poor, unsuspecting job recruiters about finding me a job. I finally got tired of sitting around on my dead ass and whining about how miserable I am doing contract work and started making some calls. So far I haven't come up with anything but I sure have rattled some cages (and pissed a few people off in the process). I had one company which I'm paying to look for me tell me, "Well Greg, you know we are in the midst of a recession and the job market is very tough right now. You have to be patient." I said, "NO SHIT? I hadn't noticed! You had no problem taking my money though. Now stop making excuses and show me some results." I really am getting mouthy in my old age... Which reminds me, I have a birthday coming this month and anyone who wants to send me an expensive gift can let me know and I'll e-mail you my address :) Just kidding, I mean what can you buy a 19-year old that they don't already have....
Things are pretty good around the old homestead, the family is doing well, the kids are ornery as usual. Jeni is less than three months away from having the baby and I'm about to bust over that. I hadn't seen her for about 3 weeks until last weekend and she went from barely showing to "OH MY GOD"! We're throwing her baby shower for her next month (well, actually my wife is. I'm going to set everything up and leave...).
So how is everybody doing? Anybody won the lotto? Pitched a no-hitter? Had a starring role in a movie? Helped Shar down the stairs?
Hugs to the "OTs"
Greg
Posted by judy1 on June 4, 2002, at 13:35:32
In reply to What's Up Y'all?, posted by gREg on June 4, 2002, at 12:22:51
even though you did spell your name in a bizarre fashion, hmmm what can that possibly mean? I'm glad you are focusing on the positives (like your new grandchild) and you actually sound healthy in the way you are coping with your job situation. I'm guessing you've been in a similar situation before and I just bet it all worked out, just like it will again. Take care of yourself- Judy
Posted by shar on June 5, 2002, at 0:16:13
In reply to Wonderful to hear from you » gREg, posted by judy1 on June 4, 2002, at 13:35:32
Ditto what Judy said.
One of the good parts of getting older is being able to mouth off and not getting in trouble because you're already the oldest adult there. A silver lining.
I'm glad to see that we share the 'have no shame' approach to asking for presents! That's the way it should be! Esp. when you're turning 55, that's only 10 years away from social security!
I'm ok. It sounds like you are too. How's the knee?
xoxo
YIC
Posted by Rach on June 5, 2002, at 6:00:59
In reply to Re: Wonderful to hear from you, posted by shar on June 5, 2002, at 0:16:13
Hi Greg,
It is nice to hear you sounding chirpy. Make sure that's really the way you are feeling, and not a front for emotions that are going to come out at some stage. It sounds as though you have let them out, though, to the job agencies - and so you should!
I am thinking of you lots.
Love Rachael
Posted by susan C on June 5, 2002, at 17:59:13
In reply to (shy), posted by Rach on June 5, 2002, at 6:00:59
Posted by allisonm on June 5, 2002, at 20:26:29
In reply to What's Up Y'all?, posted by gREg on June 4, 2002, at 12:22:51
Greg!!!!
It's great to hear from you. You sound good. I'm glad. I think of you often.
Luv,
Alli
Posted by NikkiT2 on June 6, 2002, at 14:58:42
In reply to What's Up Y'all?, posted by gREg on June 4, 2002, at 12:22:51
"is scared I've offended you so just peeps round the corner"
Posted by Greg on June 6, 2002, at 15:49:24
In reply to Re: What's Up Y'all?, posted by NikkiT2 on June 6, 2002, at 14:58:42
> "is scared I've offended you so just peeps round the corner"
And why would you think that my British Babe??? You know I love you. If it's because I haven't written, I've been an Equal Opportunity Snob to everyone...
Seriously, it's been real tough to get up the energy to write love. I'll sit down this weekend and drop you a few lines, I'll even flirt a little if you like... ;)
Greg
Posted by Greg on June 6, 2002, at 18:17:47
In reply to (shy), posted by Rach on June 5, 2002, at 6:00:59
We should talk, it's overdue. I miss you.
Love you back,
Greg
Posted by Greg on June 6, 2002, at 18:26:13
In reply to Re: Wonderful to hear from you, posted by shar on June 5, 2002, at 0:16:13
I wont mention any names, but some of us are MUCH closer to 55 than others. But it is nice to know that I'll have someone to guide me thru the "Golden Years" :)
The knee still hurts like hell but I have to put off the MRI until after the first of July. I have to finish the project I'm doing at work first. They scheduled a thank you dinner for all the people working on the project and said to be sure I was invited because without me it couldn't have been completed on time. They scheduled it for the day of my surgery....story of my life.
So is your house clean yet? I'll be there next week.
> Ditto what Judy said.
>
> One of the good parts of getting older is being able to mouth off and not getting in trouble because you're already the oldest adult there. A silver lining.
>
> I'm glad to see that we share the 'have no shame' approach to asking for presents! That's the way it should be! Esp. when you're turning 55, that's only 10 years away from social security!
>
> I'm ok. It sounds like you are too. How's the knee?
>
> xoxo
> YIC
Posted by Greg on June 6, 2002, at 18:32:19
In reply to Wonderful to hear from you » gREg, posted by judy1 on June 4, 2002, at 13:35:32
Actually Judy I don't think I have ever been in this type of situation with a job before. I think I just reached that "snap point". There were two postings for openings in my field today and I got my res sent in right away so I'll see if I get any calls. I know things will work out eventually, it's just that patience is definitely not one of my virtues....
How's our baby doing?
Greg
> even though you did spell your name in a bizarre fashion, hmmm what can that possibly mean? I'm glad you are focusing on the positives (like your new grandchild) and you actually sound healthy in the way you are coping with your job situation. I'm guessing you've been in a similar situation before and I just bet it all worked out, just like it will again. Take care of yourself- Judy
Posted by Greg on June 6, 2002, at 18:34:45
In reply to Re: (shy) (me too) (nm), posted by susan C on June 5, 2002, at 17:59:13
What are you shy about mousie? You know I got nothin' but love for ya. How ya been?
Posted by Greg on June 6, 2002, at 19:02:18
In reply to Re: What's Up Y'all?, posted by allisonm on June 5, 2002, at 20:26:29
Allipoo,
Things go from good to bad in a heartbeat or so it seems, but I guess that's par for the course for us eh? I was reading a thread over on the new Faith board about God not giving us anything we can't handle. I think he gives things we can't handle all the time, he just wants to see how we manipulate our environment in order to survive it...
You didn't know I was such a deep thinker, did you?
So how's everything going at school? I know you were taking on some monster responsibilities, I hope it's eased up some. You know how Dad worries about you :)
Love ya,
Greg> Greg!!!!
>
> It's great to hear from you. You sound good. I'm glad. I think of you often.
>
> Luv,
>
> Alli
Posted by judy1 on June 6, 2002, at 19:22:07
In reply to Re: Wonderful to hear from you...you too » judy1, posted by Greg on June 6, 2002, at 18:32:19
I forgot what Noa called her- but I find myself calling her the 'babbler' in front of other people which is okay since my being nuts has never been in dispute. (Her name is Gabrielle). I'm shocked you've never had to go through the job hunt thing- you're very lucky (I've lost count how many times I've been in that situation, but honestly every move I ever made was for the better- really!) My fingers are crossed for you with these 2 new jobs- please post and let us know. Take care, Judy
Posted by judy1 on June 6, 2002, at 19:24:23
In reply to Re: Wonderful to hear from you...you too » judy1, posted by Greg on June 6, 2002, at 18:32:19
Posted by Greg on June 6, 2002, at 19:37:29
In reply to Shar, what is YIC? (nm), posted by judy1 on June 6, 2002, at 19:24:23
Posted by shar on June 7, 2002, at 1:07:53
In reply to Re: Can I tell her Shar? :) (nm) » judy1, posted by Greg on June 6, 2002, at 19:37:29
Yes, but you have to tell the whole story.
xoxo
YICP.S. You have more 'loves' in your life than any man I know.....and I'm very happy about it, too!
Posted by Greg on June 7, 2002, at 15:36:53
In reply to Re: Can I tell her Shar? :) » Greg, posted by shar on June 7, 2002, at 1:07:53
First I have to explain MIC, which is an acronym, which will then explain YIC.
When I first came to PB I was in pretty bad shape (yes, ever worse than now) and the lovely and talented Shar was one of the very first people to post to me. We started talking pretty regularly and the more I got to know her the more I found her to be a very intelligent, warm and caring person. She really helped me thru some very tough times. Whenever I wouldn't see a post from her for a few days I found myself getting very worried (it's nice having the luxury of her phone number now). We got along so well and seemed to have so much in common that I decided I wanted to adopt her, or maybe she adopted me, I'm not real sure... Anywoooo, the more we talked and I eavesdropped on her convos with other people I discovered among other things that she was from the Great State of Texas which of course to a Californian meant she had to be a cowgirl. She has the cutest southern drawl BTW. I also found out in what I remember to be an extremely long thread that she has an Italian heritage.
So one day in a fit of silliness I referred to her as an Italian Cowgirl. From then on we've signed all our posts and e-mails to each other MIC and YIC (My & Your.....)
Did I leave anything out Shar? I know I did and I know you'll correct me... :)
I know this was hardly worth the wait Judy, but you have to admit it is kinda cute.
Greg
Posted by Phil on June 8, 2002, at 14:55:26
In reply to OK Judy..., posted by Greg on June 7, 2002, at 15:36:53
she's a smart city slicker through and through. She can still chat up the good old boys and talk Texan when necessary. It's just natural, ain't it Shar. Like falling in a trailor load of cotton on a hot day in Ju'ly. Don't even spill her Dr. Pepper and that's good. You just don't spill Dr. Pepper in Texas; I think it's a law.
You have good taste, Greg.Phil
Posted by judy1 on June 8, 2002, at 21:46:31
In reply to OK Judy..., posted by Greg on June 7, 2002, at 15:36:53
And thank you (both) for sharing it. It's so nice to read of friendships developing here, I know I have been helped more than once here at some very low times in my life. Take care- Judy
Posted by shar on June 9, 2002, at 22:30:47
In reply to OK Judy..., posted by Greg on June 7, 2002, at 15:36:53
Part of Greg's learning about my Italian/Sicilian heritage came about when he was giving me shit about some thing or another, and I very gently warned him that La Familia wouldn't take kindly to anyone hassling me.
Greg quickly understood that yes I meant THAT La Familia, and I DID have a cousin Guido that wasn't too bright but carried out orders very thoroughly, and that Greg probably did not want to mix it up with Guido....
Greg's been so much nicer ever since.......
I think Phil was almost introduced to Guido once....
Shar :-D
Posted by Phil on June 10, 2002, at 6:43:17
In reply to Well, there was the Cousin Guido part...... » Greg, posted by shar on June 9, 2002, at 22:30:47
He met me in the parking garage after work one day, said who he was, and said if I ever needed anything, he'd be watching..what a guy? He asked how I liked living on my street and how my cat was. Shar must have made me sound really special!! Even had my address and cats name.
Just like that, him and several other very well dressed guys with bent noses drove away in a black stretch Lincoln.
Thanks Shar!!
Posted by shar on June 10, 2002, at 11:52:19
In reply to Re: Cousin Guido was very nice » shar, posted by Phil on June 10, 2002, at 6:43:17
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