A New Record

I've broken a personal record. Last week, I worked 6 days straight, equalling 80 hours. I'm sure there are plenty of other people in the world who consistently work that much, perhaps more, week in and week out, but who really cares about Jamaicans anyway? *

As exhausted as I still am, I don't regret taking advantage of working the morning drive the past several weeks, or being thrown in to cover election night as a rookie. It's been exhilarating and intense and nerve-wracking being back in the field and having so much trust that I will excel placed upon me. Even so, it will be nice just working the weekend shift and not waking up at 3:30 in the morning half the week.

Speaking of, today was my last day working the morning drive. As excited as I am about getting more sleep and dropping my hours down to a cool 60ish, it was also bittersweet saying goodbye to the people I've worked with for the past three weeks. Once I'm completely trained on my Saturday shift, I'll be working by myself for the most part. I'm not complaining, I prefer to work by myself; however, I'm sure it also won't feel like working in an office.

Another positive about not waking up at 3:30a.m is I'll actually be able to regain my social life. I wanted to go to Boston last night for a worship service at one of the churches in the city, but sleepy eyes and a tired body told me that, as much as I wanted to carpe diem, if I push myself too much there will be nothing left to carpe. Savvy? Thinking back on it now, I know I made the right choice, but man, I'm bummin' that I couldn't go up. This particular church has a 20's group that meets every Tuesday for small group Bible studies. My roommate and I with another girlfriend went up last month and I really enjoyed it. But, the second Tuesday of every month is when they have their large group corporate worship and fellowship which I've been wanting to participate in for the past several months. It would be nice to have some interaction with other Christians and get different insights, perspectives, friendships, and maybe even a husband out of the deal.** Plus, I've been craving a good worship service ever since graduating from college. I guess I'll have to plan on next month and hope that nothing comes in the way again.

I don't have anything else to write about since my life revolves around work and that isn't always the most interesting topic to detail. I do have some potentially exciting news that I won't be free to share until a later date, but I'll give you a teaser: It involves work. Yay!



*I am going to hell
**So I'm not really expecting to find my husband at this group...who am I kidding? I so am! But, that's not the main reason for...well, ok, so maybe that's not the ONLY reason for going up to the city once a month. PS, things with Mr. Boston ended up not working out. Apparently we both wanted different things, i.e Me: something mature and fun. Him: sex

Insane in the Membrane *Insane in the Brain*

My Life. Is. Insanity.

Just in case anyone was actually wondering where I've been, I've been working three jobs. Hurray! Sometimes all in the same day. Double hurray! I've stopped showering and sleeping because I decided, Hey, those things aren't really a necessity. Neither is food, unless it includes trail mix from Trader Joe's or peanut butter crackers from the vending machine. Psh, nutrition? Who needs it?

Ok, so maybe I'm exaggerating copious amounts of a lot-ness a little bit. But, I really have been busy. I am loving the new job at the radio, the resort is winding down in the off-season, and we've hired two more employees in my full-time job, so my work load here has decreased significantly. All-in-all, I shouldn't really complain...except maybe when last night was the first time I saw/hung out with my roommate since sometime last week. Although, I don't think we've actually hung out for closer to a month now. See, I told you: Insanity.

The good news is, I'm off from the resort all next week, so I'll finally have my evenings to myself. I think I seriously need to catch up on my aimless television watching which includes, but is not limited to: Re-runs of Saved by the Bell, Full House, Family Matters, Reba, Scrubs, and House; Rock of Love Charm School (it's so trashy it's watchable), The Hills (I've missed the last two weeks. Damn), Sappy Western Love movies on Hallmark, and of course Beverly Hills: 90210 with the roomie, which we watched two episodes of last night. Oh Luke Perry bliss! *

On a completely unrelated note, I am ridiculously excited for the holidays this year and that includes gorging my face like a champ.

And with that, I'm out. ONE! **

*Actually, I have to say that, despite the extreme sideburns, Jason Priestly is number one in my book. What would I have to do to get a boyfriend like that? AND he writes for his school newspaper? Be still my heart!
** Points for anyone who can name the originator of that phrase (this may be exclussive to Waynesburgians)