The NIGH****CHMAN - Wednesday -7/15
Going to be babysitting my son's dog. That was my dog before that. That was his dog before that. Long story. Anyway, we will watch him while my son's family is out of town for a wedding.
Prayer requests are listed below.
Also, please feel free to just visit here. Tell us about how your day went. Your successes. Your failures. Your fun. Whatever. When I post this thread, I do not have access to any chat programs, so this sometimes substitute as that vessel for me.
Continue to keep your thoughts and prayers for the members of our Armed Forces serving around the world, especially during this time of increased awareness. Please thank God for these men and women every day. In addition, please keep the wives and family members in your thoughts.
PEOPLE SEEKING EMPLOYMENT:
Vicki V.
Avis
Jennifer - (Cruise Director Julie) - making decisions on possible positions.
Jen Ewald - hoping for a traveling position to open up shortly
Jeri
Those who are not yet unemployed, but layoffs are looming
Pray for those employed by Bell Helicopter, that are on strike. Pray for a resolution to the strike. Pray for the families.
Anne (Lalocaweta) - as she continues her fight. Also for her spouse as the company he works for is closing it's doors.
Dana - requests prayer for her sister, Renee. She had tumor on her jaw removed. Now needs jaw reconstruction on 7/23 - (10 hour surgery scheduled).
George - prayers for Oleta J., Brad's MIL. She is in JPS with pneumonia and COPD among other health issues. Update: She was being tested for lung cancer on 7/1. Also pray for Brad's wife, also Oleta. Give her strength at this time.
Janet (1divaatheart) - her husband's kidney will be removed on 7/16, followed by lots of followup.
Just_Me has requested prayer for Gina A who lost her step mother suddenly. In addition, her grandmother is in a nursing home and not doing well.
Karen (Misty750342002) - A friend of Karen's from work (who is like a son to her), Dustin Murphy, is 24 years old and has been diagnosed with Hodgkins Disease.
Meggie - friend Nancy is in assisted living home and is on her last days. Pray for Meggie's family also as they try to fight through this.
Robin S. requests prayer for her son Tyler who is on his liquid diet, with WLS scheduled for 8/4.
Sandi B. requests prayer for Marvin who was at urgent care for 12 hours, then ER for 9 more. Kidney failure
Vicki V. - husband Patrick has Ataxia and Neuropathy of the left side. Which basically means he has virtually no feeling in his left leg and foot. Experiencing fatigue.
Below are two of God's children that definitely need our prayers. These are two specific cases, we know there are others out there. Remember them too.
Gina J. - Pray for her 6 year old Marina, diagnosed with a terminal illness at age 2. She has improved, but still needs our prayers. Pray for this brave little girl.
Vanessa - We have all followed the story of Elizabeth. Here is her Caringbridge page:
GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!!
Hugs and blessings ~~~ Vivian
GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CAN NOT CHANGE; COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS THAT I CAN; AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE !!!! THIS IS MY DAILY PRAYER.
Vivian Prouty Obesity Help Support Group Coach "LOSE IT 4 LIFE"
That is just horrible Vivian............... people just don't have any feelings for their co-workers no matter what the situation is at hand - huh? And they wonder why people don't want to cross that picket line in the first place ? WOW!
- Pease check out Dr. Connie Stapleton's Website. A lot of good information on there for all WLS patients regardless of the surgery you chose. Good luck to all and I'm here for you if you want to send me an email. I'll answer it as soon as possible.
- Total Lost: 139 lbs
- Current Weight: 263
- As of 11-10-13 I have had weight gain. Not happy about that.
- RNY: 10-16-07 = 338: Highest weight: 350+ Lowest Weight: 199
Hugs and blessings ~~~ Vivian
GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CAN NOT CHANGE; COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS THAT I CAN; AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE !!!! THIS IS MY DAILY PRAYER.
Vivian Prouty Obesity Help Support Group Coach "LOSE IT 4 LIFE"
Another exhausting day of interviews. I ended up working on a writing sample until 2am this morning, set the alarm for 6:30 and woke up at 6:16. I hate it that when I have an alarm set, my body never sleeps that late!
I left here at 7:45 for my 9am interview because Google said it would be 1:02 in traffic. I was there in less than 45 minutes, so I hung out in the car and had a chat with one of my former colleagues who was at the airport in San Antonio waiting on a flight to Houston. The interview was OK. If I were desperate for money, I could do the job and probably kick ass at it, but it would burn me out after 6-12 months. Being there reminded me of the movie "Boiler Room". I noticed while meeting with the sales manager (after my interview with the senior recruiter) on the cover sheet of my file that they had put together, the cover sheet had a Hire/Don't Hire option and it was checked "Hire". Ugh! Why do the jobs I don't want want me?
After that, I started heading towards my afternoon interview. I still needed to tweak my writing sample, so I stopped at McDonald's as they usually have free AT&T wifi and I know Michael's login and password.
I grabbed some food and a beverage and worked there for 2 hours. I finished my writing sample and then needed to find a Kinko's to print it at. That was a challenge because the freeway access roads are weird over there. I finally got to Kinko's printed my stuff and drove the rest of the way to North Richland Hills. My interview there went well, I met with the president of the company. He wanted one of the women on staff to meet with me but she wasn't available, so we made arrangements for a phone interview later in the afternoon. When she called, I started asking questions about the position I'd initially applied for and she told me upon reviewing my credentials that I have too much experience for the position I came in for and they just want me to start on their team in a more senior position. As usual, it's an intriguing position, but the pay is not on par with my last job. So, I'm yet again wondering why the rest of the world values me so much less than my previous employer did.I'm really trying to keep from letting it get me down. I know the interview tomorrow pays less than 10% less than my previous job, so I'm hoping it goes well. And I still haven't gotten the brush off email I've been expecting all day from yesterday's interview so maybe it's not as bad as I thought it was.
I'm exhausted. Three interviews today was a lot on very little sleep. I'm waiting for Rick & Nicole to get home and we're headed to the pool. I'll check in throughout the night.
Have a good night George. Prayers for all who need them.
253 / 140 (below goal)
If I were lying, wouldn't my pants be on fire?!?
Also, it gives you something to shoot for after your first year.
I know I didn't make nearly the money you did, but in 1992 I left one job for another making about 15% less. But I saw a potential, whereas I was stalled at the job I was at. I was right, within one year was making 15% more that the previous job. Then I left there for another cut of 15% or so. Worked at that company for 5 years and when I left (I was fired because I was making too much money - they actually told me that), I was making almost 200% more than when I started.
GOD BLESS AMERICA!!!!!
Hugs and blessings ~~~ Vivian
GOD GRANT ME THE SERENITY TO ACCEPT THE THINGS I CAN NOT CHANGE; COURAGE TO CHANGE THE THINGS THAT I CAN; AND THE WISDOM TO KNOW THE DIFFERENCE !!!! THIS IS MY DAILY PRAYER.
Vivian Prouty Obesity Help Support Group Coach "LOSE IT 4 LIFE"
I believe the right opportunity for me is out there. We just need to find each other. Tomorrow's interview is a promising contender.
Thank you for the prayers. I really do appreciate them.
253 / 140 (below goal)
If I were lying, wouldn't my pants be on fire?!?
