Yet another personal post – I swear to God I’ll start talking about Personal Finance again soon.
Today was my second day on my new job and I absolutely LOVE it. I received a call today from my boss, and he told me he was simply calling to tell me that he had received a ton of positive feedback about my performance, and to commend me for the work. The people I work with are friendly, helpful, and positive. They have all been on this team for a minimum of five years, some of them have been on the team for ten or more years. This, to me, is a VERY good sign. The pace is fast, but manageable. There are a lot of kinks to work out but I’m loving the opportunity, since I’m already starting to tweak the office to my liking. Tomorrow I’m bringing in a kettle to have tea available for the agents. On Monday I’m going to try to bring in cookies. My goal is to make the office the coolest place to be.
My boss has called me talented from the first day, and today he told me that although the salary we agreed to is absolutely guaranteed, he likes to reward ability highly. Unless I’m mistaken, that means as long as I keep up the good work, I can do even better with how much income I’m raking in. It really seems like a great match, because I have always wanted to excel in a position, and now it feels like I’m valued enough to keep me motivated.
The reason I’m a tumbly tumbleweed, however, is due to another set of crazy circumstances, I need to find a place to live on my own. I was going to move into a big ol’ house in the West End with some girlfriends, but my new job is very far north and I was genuinely worried about the commute from the Annex, and I have decided that I miss living alone. It has nothing to do with my girlfriends, and everything to do with the fact that I need some space to heal after the complete “ripping off the bandaid” that happened when I lost my job and house. It’s the final loose end that I need to tie up after the Liberty Village Saga. Plus it’s a surefire way to guarantee that no one will walk in on me when I’m in savasana in the middle of the living room, or belting along the lyrics to Avenue Q. Plus, I think I can comfortably afford my own place.
I’m going to use the time alone to really reset myself and my life. I’m so happy with my part time job and my full time job. I’m also SO incredibly happy about how things are with my boyfriend (that’s right…boyfriend. It’s official. As of last night.) This is a great opportunity for me to take some time to myself and figure out what makes me happy. Because the bf, as an investment banker on Bay Street, works insanely long hours, I only get to see him a couple times a week, if that. So I get to have this wonderful man in my life, while at the same time having a ton of time for myself. He’s so awesome. I’m gushing. Eeeeeeee.
Point being, that I’m going to start running again. I’m going to start meditating, and I’m going to try to catch at least one yoga/Bodyflow class per week. I’m going to start to try cooking again, and reading fiction on a regular basis. Basically, I’m going on a personal retreat, but it’ll be in the comfort of my own apartment.
Om mani padme Hummmm.
Sounds to me like its a good idea. Congrats on your new BF and I am glad to hear that the new job is working out. Look in to a basement apartment they are cheeper and it will help you save up for your own place.
You inspire me.
Ahh, that’s so awesome! The new job sounds perfect for you, and it’s so great that your bosses go out of their way to recognize a job well done. That sort of thing can just make all the difference in terms of creating happy, loyal and efficient employees, and it always shocks me how many bosses just don’t get it!
Good luck finding a new place! I’ve been living on my own for a few years now, and I love just having my own space.
Sounds like you’re doing everything right! I can totally sympathize with the want to live alone for a bit just to have time & space to yourself. I’ll be doing the same soon, and I can’t believe how excited I am to be alone. Gonna be sweet!
Yayy.. the new job seems to fit you perfect, right now!! Great going, girl! Good luck on the house/apartment hunt… Congrats on the BF!
That’s the way life should be. Happy.
Hakuna Mutata
Yay! It is really inspirational to read this. This is exactly what you want to have happen to the person who puts her foot down and stands up for herself and her values, costing her her job. So happy for you! Good luck with the apartment search!
It’s excellent that you’re getting back on track. It’s also great that you have someone to share your ups and downs with. It’s important.
Having your own place to live is very important. I know…I’ve had plenty of time with crazy roommates. Good luck in finding somewhere that’s right for you.
Cheers,
~Jeff