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Job Search Schmob Schmerch
Jan. 13th, 2006 12:06 amI have decided that my life must be pretty good. The worst things that have happened to me lately include the grocery store not having several items I wanted, and losing my good water bottle in a cab. Of course, it sucks that I had to go BACK to the store, because it's a pain in the ass to go on the bus. And you know, I really liked that water bottle, plus I already had ice frozen in it so it would stay cold for Group. I had to pay $1.25 for a stupid 20oz bottle of water. Ridiculous!
Comcast called me to come interview for a pretty good sounding full-time job. Good wage, nice benefits, open 24 hours so I could probably get a midnight shift after a 3 week training period. Problem? Of course. It's not on the busline. And it's 10 miles, so I can't take a regular cab because it would eat like, a third of my wages. Fie and double fie!! But I'm looking around for some creative solutions, because I really wantfree cable to get back to work. So I'm interviewing next week.
And please...everyone: stop sending me pictures of the cyclops cat!!!
And no, I'll not be taking any questions from anyone who hasn't seen it.
Google, people. Google.
And now...a meme:
Five things that made me happy this week:
1. The sun, coming out.
2. The new Doctor Who
3. Making a big batch of cookies for sharing
4. JoJo and Pentelope
5. Deciding not to quit my program
Yeah...I got really depressed when I stopped taking my meds for a few days. I thought I might quit my program and that basically everyone should shut up and go to hell. They didn't though. I'm glad I'm taking the damn pills and feeling better. But I hate that I'm the sort of person who needs pills to function in normal society.
My doc says that depression and bi-polar is actually very common. So, if it's so common, why does everyone have to take meds to deal with it? Why don't all those "normies" take meds so they can just shut up and deal with us?? Are these mood extremes really inherent to the human condition to the point where not having a diagnosis is the anomaly? I think in the whole world I know only 2 people who aren't constantly tormented by something, or have a huge chip on their shoulder, or a substance abuse dependence, or a mood disorder, or some sort of mental or emotional impairment. Of those two "normal" people, one of them is (IMHO) frustrating and freakish in his calmness and rationality. He is one of the most disturbing people I've ever met.
So the question is, when will society adapt to the needs of people as individuals, rather than forcing everyone to submit to some mold of productivity and proper socialization. When will people not be marginalized for admitting they have issues and seeking help? Why does a recovered alcoholic have a greater stigma attached than a drunk who doesn't go to meetings? But I digress. I'm back on my meds, and ready to function.
Yeah...
( And just to be witty and topical: the Lj Mind Map )
Comcast called me to come interview for a pretty good sounding full-time job. Good wage, nice benefits, open 24 hours so I could probably get a midnight shift after a 3 week training period. Problem? Of course. It's not on the busline. And it's 10 miles, so I can't take a regular cab because it would eat like, a third of my wages. Fie and double fie!! But I'm looking around for some creative solutions, because I really want
And please...everyone: stop sending me pictures of the cyclops cat!!!
And no, I'll not be taking any questions from anyone who hasn't seen it.
Google, people. Google.
And now...a meme:
Five things that made me happy this week:
1. The sun, coming out.
2. The new Doctor Who
3. Making a big batch of cookies for sharing
4. JoJo and Pentelope
5. Deciding not to quit my program
Yeah...I got really depressed when I stopped taking my meds for a few days. I thought I might quit my program and that basically everyone should shut up and go to hell. They didn't though. I'm glad I'm taking the damn pills and feeling better. But I hate that I'm the sort of person who needs pills to function in normal society.
My doc says that depression and bi-polar is actually very common. So, if it's so common, why does everyone have to take meds to deal with it? Why don't all those "normies" take meds so they can just shut up and deal with us?? Are these mood extremes really inherent to the human condition to the point where not having a diagnosis is the anomaly? I think in the whole world I know only 2 people who aren't constantly tormented by something, or have a huge chip on their shoulder, or a substance abuse dependence, or a mood disorder, or some sort of mental or emotional impairment. Of those two "normal" people, one of them is (IMHO) frustrating and freakish in his calmness and rationality. He is one of the most disturbing people I've ever met.
So the question is, when will society adapt to the needs of people as individuals, rather than forcing everyone to submit to some mold of productivity and proper socialization. When will people not be marginalized for admitting they have issues and seeking help? Why does a recovered alcoholic have a greater stigma attached than a drunk who doesn't go to meetings? But I digress. I'm back on my meds, and ready to function.
Yeah...
( And just to be witty and topical: the Lj Mind Map )
