Apartment Hunting

Now that I've decided that we are staying Washington for awhile longer, the bear has made it clear that we aren't staying here in these ghetto apartments, and the huge push for us was that they were upping our rent AGAIN. Granted it's only $36; however the principle is that they call themselves affordable housing but $813 isn't that affordable for what little we receive and since we can afford something better, it's time to vacate Courtside. Across the street is Woodland Apartments, very modern and wouldn't you know it spacious. We started out by talking with one of the office reps and told him our situation on how we just wanted out of the slums, which turns out that Courtside has a reputation and he and the other reps knew all to well. He jotted down a few things and asked great questions and was very professional, which is more than I can say for the Courtside peeps. After the initial meet and greet was over it was time for the tour. We started off in the clubhouse which has so much. The building is huge and so modern. They have a 24hr fitness area, 24hr quiet time (which is a blessing in the bear's eyes), a billiards table, a resort size pool, gas grills for the tenants, and even an espresso maker in the little kitchen area. They even use the same FOB system as we do at the lodge to grant access to all these areas. So impressed, and the tour continued to the first apartment, a studio. It was very nice, however I wanted more. So they showed us a one bedroom near Courtside and it was very nice as well and really something that I was looking for, but we needed a view that wasn't constantly reminding us of where we used to live, so the bear got his wish and we were shown a one bedroom in the back of the complex. I jumped up and down with excitement inside as they showed us around and I thought to myself, this is more like it. We are losing a bedroom but gaining 150 some sq ft. They then showed us the one that was actually available and told us what we needed to do to not only lock in all the specials that are going on right now, but to actually hold the apartment. Seriously, they would hold the apartment for 2 more months with the same move in specials? YES!!! All it cost was $80 for the application fee and $300 for the hold deposit. Total rent for a month is $1025. That is not bad at all and I was very happy to learn that we could actually afford this. Although there are plenty of places that may cost less, this is a great way to prove to ourselves that we could in fact afford to live down in Cali on what we make right now. So we did it, we paid the hold fee and application fee to lock down this spacious apartment, and now all we have to do is wait to hear if we are approved. If not, we do receive our $300 back, and we are back to the drawing board, but I have great hope that we will indeed be approved. Fingers crossed and hopes high, we will see.

Super Busy pt. 2

It has been a busy couple of days around the office this week. I will be so glad when this week is done and in the record books. Mostly because my boss man has been running since Monday but it mostly started on Tuesday. With the Diva gone, it's just been a mad house, granted nothing we can't handle or else they wouldn't have picked us to make up the ER (HR) Team :o). It sure makes for an interesting week for sure.

Broke But Happy

If anything has taught me through out the years is that you are only happy if you want to be. Sitting around being miserable is all on you. Being broke fucking sucks but is that a reason to be miserable? I mean, you can't change it and there will be another pay day to replenish your money. Think about what you spent it on and ask "Was it for necessity or did I have fun?" Either way, there is no need to fret. I think the worst part about being broke is being bored. There is nothing worse then sitting around the house with nothing to do and nothing to watch. Oh well, another weekend comes to a close and we are that much closer to pay day.

Addiction to Possibility

We all have our addictions to dangerous things. They range from tobacco use (cigarettes, chew, cigars, etc.) to illegal and legal drugs (meth, marijuana, pain killers, etc.). Then there are those that just deplete fundage like gambling or compulsive shopping. I think it's just human nature to have addictions no matter how big or small they may be. Some destroy lives while others are no more than hobbies in some people's eyes. Myself, I have many addictions some are mentioned above but there is one that me and the bear share that is expensive and requires saving to acquire, DISNEYLAND!! Our trips are few and far between but boy oh boy is it something that we crave. The atmosphere is just amazing and the sense of being just in Orange County is just something we both live for and actually want for a permanent residency. However, we are stuck here in Wa for the time being which could be worse I suppose. Addictions are studied constantly to see why we would do things that cause us harm, but there are far worse things in this world then a pinch of tobacco between your cheek and gums.

Retraction

No need to adapt to money loss any more. Thankfully enough I work for people now who know the value of someone. Thank you so much for letting me prove my worth and allowing me to shine through. Damn I love my job!!

Adapting

Excepting my new position came at a cost, however like in the past, I've shown how to adapt to my situation. I have learned how to manage my money to make it stretch and for the first time in my life I'm doing something that I'm enjoying so adapting to the HR life wasn't hard. Not only have I received praise for the little time that I've been there, I've made mistakes that I've corrected and owned up to anything and everything. It's so damn nice to finally work for people who appreciate me, not saying I didn't get that from my previous position but lets face it my old boss isn't the sharpest knife in the drawer either. They live in a world that revolves around them and they have proven that time and time again without any sort of consequence. I'm very relieved that I now work with intelligent people who can guide me in a better direction. Oh and can help me when I ask for help, not brush me to the side, at least that is how it felt like. Their score on me being less than average has been proven wrong!!

Spoiled

I've always heard the expression "When I Was A Kid" to the point that I've started saying it when I see the youth today acting the way that they do. I can't say that all kids are spoiled but after taking a step back yesterday, it's apparently clear that the spoiled are among us. I watched as a child threw a fit and back talked their parent and thought to myself "Shit, if I had ever and I meant EVER talked to either one of my parents that way, my world would have ended at that moment regardless on who the spectators were." This kid doesn't realize all that they have and how many others would change places with them in a heartbeat  just for a small portion of what they receive. It's just outrageous to me that shit like this takes place, but I remember some of my own family members were and still are the same way. No respect what so ever, and I am glad that my futile attempts were squashed by my parents which made me a more responsible person today.

Weekend & Comicon

So I've been called a nerd for so many reasons in my life, but it never has fit more than me watching three days worth of Comicon coverage off of G4. To see all the "Real Nerds" dressed up and walking around as if it were Halloween is just funny to me, but I mainly watch it for the sneak peeks at all the up coming movies and games that weren't announce at E3. So here is to my weekend as a shut in, see ya all Monday!! OH YEAH HAPPY FRIDAY MOTHER F*****!!!!

Double Duty

My new job is going so damn well. I'm loving what I'm doing again. But, I'm still being pulled back to the old job which isn't all that bad because it feels so damn good knowing that it's temporary and the fact that the one person that should know it by now is failing big time. Only because she/he never listened to anything that I taught them. The fact that it affects me and the entire lodge, I can't just sit back and let the failure devastate the rest of us and keep us from getting paid. I'm just praying that shit falls into place soon so I can focus solely on my new position. Atleast I'm getting paid for helping out on my old rate that makes it a little easier to swallow. On a side note, things at home is so good. The bear is back torturing himself due to his brother's Disneyland trip in October and boy does the jealousy between those two shine. However, we've made future plans to head down in May for a week and then again for Christmas, so it should be a good time for us both. 

My Birthday and Junk

It was a great birthday weekend, I celebrated with friends and family. The weather was really nice and allowed us to stay outside. Friday, after contemplating whether I should stay home or go out like I promised, went out on the town with my friend and co birthday girl Amber and a few friends. We met up at Fish Tail where they were just finishing up dinner, I met Amber's sister and a school friend two others from work were there Sasha and Ali and Ali's husband. From there we decided to head over to a dive bar called McCoys and had a few drinks before Ali received a text from another co worker suggesting Whiskey. Not really sure what that meant we took to the streets once again to find what used to be the Vault. The actual name of the place was The Big Whiskey Saloon, which used to be a gangster's paradise is now a country bar, line dancing, cowboy hats, and Copenhagen in your back pocket, what's not to love. Oh and can we say mechanical bull? It was a great time with a few more drinks in us all it was time to call it a night at 1am. Saturday, my actual birthday, found me waking up to many birthday wishes via text, phone calls and facebook. I've never felt so damned loved in my life. We started out at the casino to cash in our freebies and then headed over to Chinese buffet to meet up with the bear's brother and family. The bear's folks couldn't make it but they called to say happy birthday and to give me my birthday money. From there we headed home to pack up the dogs and headed out to Shelton where we spent the rest of the day outside drinking Jack Daniels drinks. I must say one of the best drinks I've had and the fact that no one else liked the kind I was drinking I knew they were all mine for the taking. As the night drove on it was getting colder and we decided to head home at 1am. Wow two in a row, didn't think I had it in me. Sunday, we stayed in to watch 3 good movies. First was The Invention Of Lying starring Ricky Girvas and Jennifer Gardner, so funny when people are blunt and have no filter. The second was In Time starring Justin Timberlake, great movie but reminded the bear of Logan's Run. The third was a classic from 1984 All Of Me starring Lily Tomlin and Steve Martin. That one just made me smile. This was the most we've done on the weekend in a long time. But now it's time to head back to the grind, Happy Monday!!

Out On The Town

For the first time in 4 months, I've decided to be social and go out with coworkers to celebrate a birthday. It should be good times granted I won't be down there that long. Long enough for one drink with the birthday girl at least. Then tomorrow is my 34th, going to eat buffet with the family then head out to the bear's brothers to enjoy some spirits (alcohol for those who are unfamiliar with this term). He likes to call it getting faced lol. Great weekend a head!!

Happy Fourth of July!!

One of my favorite holidays is here and I actually have the day of for ER (HR) is closed due to it being a holiday. So I get to celebrate the holiday with the bear and his family today. YAY!!!!

Realizing The Possible

My voice has been heard and wouldn't you know it people actually liked my ideas on change. It's a much needed change if you ask me and now that it's being implemented into our work lives, I think things are about to become better. I don't remember the last time I smiled as much or even had a great attitude about work. It's so much more relaxed and I can breathe again. No more will I let the negative shit affect me the way I did.