A change is coming...

whether I Want it to or not. Monday was my last day on the job. I have known for a while the company was in trouble, and therefore have been preparing myself for this moment. However, I did not expect to receive a call from my manger informing me our company was no longer needed by the vendor.

My only concern was health insurance, as I am currently 8 months preggers. Well, HR called and informed me I will be covered until the end of MArch which is great, considering my little one is due April 1. I think she will arrive a week early. From there I will purchase COBRA coverage for a few months to cover my prenatal care.

I have to put into writing, a working list of things I need to do obtain a job after I give birth.

Of course, ONCE AGAIN, this mean my house hunt has been put on hold. This really bummed me out because I wanted to bring my child home to a place of our own.

I am REALLY trying to figure out what God is trying to tell me throughout all of this. I have no concerns over providing for my child. I KNOW I will be just fine in that dept. I am more concerned with constantly beginning the home search process, only to have set backs. Oh well. Somthing great will come of this. I simply have to be patient, listen, and be proactive!!!

I have an intereview tomorrow...Plus other randomness

Well, considering I have been a lazy ass when it comes to updating this blog (and other things in general), I haven't had the opportunity to keep you guys updated with my job situation...or lack thereof.

Well, I had an interview two weeks ago. The interview went exceptionally well and I left that interview thinking I had a 97% chance of receiving an offer. The 3% uncertainty came in due to salary expectations. This is a smaller company and although when asked the lowest salary I would accept, I sensed a bit of apprehension on the part of the interviewer. Well, a few days ago, I called HR to do a follow up and inquire of the status of the position(s) I interviewed for (yeah, they wanted me in two different departments). I was told the paperwork has been forwarded to the appropriate people , but I was still in the 'mix'. Her words exactly.....'MIX'...LOL!!!

Anyways, I have an interview with another company tomorrow and I really want to get on with this company. For some reason, I have a great feeling about this interview tomorrow. I feel as if this job is mine and I am going to 'claim' it!!

Once I get this job (because I know I will) I will once again begin my home search!! I am especially excited about the home search. I have been envisioning myself in my new position with this new job AND in my new home. How can I go wrong? I CAN"T!!!!

What more can I say? I am expecting the best!! I know I am going to get it too.

The past 3 months haven't been as productive as I would have liked. But I have been getting in excellent shape, working out constantly and am actually running a 10k next Saturday!! So it hasn't been all bad!

My pooch, Houston, has been ill and he has been to several vet visits only to have to go to an internal specialist. The specialist then says they recommend he goes to another specialist in Northern VA to have an MRI. Da hell?! $1600 for my furbaby to have an MRI then another ridiculous amount to have surgery to correct whatever the MRI identifies as the problem. Well, I am going to take him to another vet and get a second opinion before I dish out all that cash!! I may have been born at night, but it sure as hell wasn't last night!!

My hair is thriving!! My hair reaches my armpit and is steady growing. Actually, some parts reach bra strap, but I wont claim bra strap length until 98% of my hair is that length. I wear it pulled back unless I am going 'out'. Besides, I work out 5 times a week and I must have an easy pull back or bun. But as for the weekends, it's hanging and swanging ;-)

I will let you guys know how the interview went!! I know all 3 of my readers are anticipating an update! LOL!!!!

It's been exactly one year...

It was a year ago today I left my job of four years (Research Scientist with the govt.) and left the ever so boring county of Bel Air. Bel Air, MD. that is. And exactly what have I done in that year? Nothing. Well, the first 7 months I did absolutely nothing. Yep, you heard me. I aint do nuffin'...Except the following:

December 06, I signed up for a cake decorating class. I really liked that course but decided to take another course with another instructor. Jan 07,I joined the gym, which resulted in me becoming a kickboxing addict. I then became an Assistant Instructor within that class. All was great. I was traveling and partying like it was nobody's business. I mean, I would go to the movies in the middle of the day, go get a bite to eat at a new and exciting (to me) restaurant, and return home a bit buzzed from my mid-day 'dranks'. Then I became somewhat bored and decided I wanted a place of my own (did I mention I live with my mom), so I began applying for jobs.



I acquired a job relatively fast. I obtained a new gig a month after buckling down and getting serious about my goals. My goals were to get a (new) job and purchase a home... in that order. Well, I got a job, now I am now actively searching for a home. Can you believe it? I have been back home for a year??!! Actually, when I left my former place of employment, I told everyone there I was going to remain unemployed for 6 months and get my 'par-tay' on. And I guess I did exactly that. I had a ball y'all!!! No joke. Not a care in the world. Due to proper planning, I had more than enough money to carry me over for much longer than my 'time-off'. I was and continue to be truly blessed!!!



About my house hunt...I was incredibly excited about my home search in the beginning. Now, I really just want it to be over. I think it has a lot to do with the fact that my sis/realtor is somewhat limited in the homes she can show me (long story) at this present time. I am hoping and praying that everything will be settled on her end by next week. But I am not getting my hopes up. I am just gonna ride it out (only for a bit longer) and see what happens. But I know she's doing her best...



At the same time, I am also awaiting the fed. govt. to drop the interest rates. Although this will interfere with savings (temporarily), I am hoping it will greatly reduce my monthly payments on the home I purchase. I really want a home of my own. Having lived with my mom this past year has been nothing but a blessing. I mentioned before, I have free will and am able to do whatever I want without anyone interfering. BUT!!! having lived on your own for such a long period of time and having to move home and losing privacy has it's downfall.



On another note note, I have been gaining weight. This weight gain came AFTER I began my job. Now, one would think, not having a job and spending all your days shopping, partying and traveling would have an adverse affect on one's weight. Nope, not for me. Having this job has had a negative affect on me. After completing my work in the lab, I make my way to my desk to compile the data. Then I sit. I sit and surf the 'net. I sit and eat snacks I have around my desk. Then on top of that, my group is always celebrating someones b-day with a big cake. Then whenever there is a chance to celebrate, they will celebrate...with food. I have to fall back big time. Take today for example. For lunch, I had Stouffer's lasagna. I ate the entire box. Well, that's not bad you say. Well, um, eerah, the serving size was listed at 2.5. I have become a glutton. Luckily, I have only gained 7 lbs. But I definitely can tell in some of my clothes. That will change as of today.