My newest passion!

I'd say for about the past couple years, my hunger for knowledge has steadily increased day by day. In the past few months, it's possible that it's growing into my latest passion. Every night, I'm usually outside to see if it's a clear night so that I can think, dream, and imagine my daily stress away. Several times a day, I find myself thinking about things going on "out there" and often have to snap out of my deep thoughts...no, not by Jack Handy either! (For those who remember, a SNL skit). Anyhow, my favorite star is Sirius, and not because of the satellite radio provider Sirius (although, I LOVE my Sirius Radio!!) but because it's the brightest, and clearest looking star in the sky. No matter of my location (Wisconsin, Pennsylvania, Mississippi, where ever!!) I always try to make sure I see it before going inside for the night. Even though there is SO much to learn about astronomy, I'm eager to learn it all-or as much as I can. After I get a book or two on constellations, planets, stars and I guess the Universe as a whole, I hope to put some of that readings into work by using telescopes. My brother has 2 he wants to get rid of, and I just may be the buyer! Down the road, I may even see about looking for a local astronomy club and see about going to a place with a really big telescope. The greatest part about is all, is the learning of it all is endless. And even better yet, my daughter loves to go outside with me at night, and watch above as well. You can't buy bonding time like that! Of course, she's more interested in watching for shooting stars, but that's ok. And who know's...maybe my son will be interested in it as well. It could go from a personal passion, to a family passion! Anyhow, back to researchin' I go!!! Happy gazing!

A breath of fresh air...finally!

Well, on many occasions, I have alot to be thankful for. This Thanksgiving was definately one to remember. Earlier on in the week, I had 2 interviews. One was a person to person interview (as most are) on Monday, and the other was a telephone interview on Tuesday. Well the interview I had on Tuesday, I received a call back later that afternoon I was offered that job...a Fire Inspector position. Only bad thing is, I would have to relocate to a different state and start all over again with the family. Which we were all ready to commit to...UNTIL the next morning. I get another phone call about the job I interviewed for on Monday...the local Firefighter job. Well once again, I was offered that one too. 2 job offers in 2 days??? INSANE! Now the toughest decision to make...which one! Of course one paid more, but meant moving. The local one was nothing to turn your head at, since the pay was still very attractive. I of course decided to stay local, and accept the firefighter job...not the fire inspector. Anyhow, as good as it felt to have the "ball in my court", I feel like a ton, no make that a million tons of bricks off my shoulders. I don't remember the last time I felt this relaxed. A true breath of fresh air! FINALLY!

Bon Voyage!

Well, it's that time finally and I am dragging my heals the whole way. For one week, I'll be busy from dusk to dawn...and yes I said that right. I'll be on the night shift for our "War Game" and I'll be draggin' ass the whole time! Hopefully all goes smooth, and I really hope the week goes quick. Soon, we'll be all lined up just like this picture and heading south. Yeah. Can you feel my enthusiasm?? Oh, how bout that sarcasm...did you sense that? Well, just in case you didn't, I'm totally not looking forward to this next week. Well, time to go and finish packing. See you all soon!

Got Stress?

Ok, so it's not as bad as what some people may be going through. But it certainly adds stress to myself as well my family.

Jobs.

One of the biggest stressors (I feel) we have due to countless factors...job security, job application, job interview, did I even make the list for an interview, how much does it pay, is it a permanent or temporary position, the list goes on and on. Well, since I'm an impatient person, it drives me nuts to wait and find out if I either made a list of referred people, when the interview is, and did I get the job. Right now, I have about 3 things going for me, but it's the "sit and wait game." And I'll be leaving for a week for reserves here pretty soon, and I'm afraid that I'll miss a phone call and worse yet...miss the opportunity for an interview. Now, I know there are laws to help protect that about military reserve members and allowing them time to still get the opportunity for an interview. But none the less, it's a stress factor. I've been told once before, "It's out of your hands so don't worry about it." I disagree since every application has a fighting chance...just as long as your qualified for the job, and you don't get screwed by the "good ol' boy" syndrome. You know, the people that know people and get the "special referral" to the person that hire's. I guess I'll leave all that to fate, but still between the time I put my application in, and the time I get an answer back...the stress will be there chipping away at my lifespan! Isn't life wonderful??