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What kind of a jack-a-nape arranges for a parade to happen around lunchtime?? The hottest, and the busiest, time of day??
*sigh*Nothing like running a couple blockades to make the day special!
The new job is so-so. Things have slowly caught up to themselves and I'm only working 3-4 hours a day. When I had a chance, I told them my wage expectations. Poor lady almost fell out of her chair. Apparently, she doesn't even pay her daughter the amount that I told her. (Oh, sure, like it's my fault that her daughter couldn't negotiate a better contract?)
Anyway, we were supposed to go over things on payday when she gave me my cheque. We didn't. Her daughter (my supervisor/forewoman/insert-title-here) was going to Rome on the evening of payday, and they left for a family lunch. Looking at the cheque that had been left behind for me, they have settled on paying me $8/hr. That's not a whole lot, but it's not minimum wage either. I can also afford it a bit more since it's actually so close to home. Hours are low right now, but I'm told that things should get busier soon. We'll see. I've already told the boss that I would be showing up an hour early so that we could exercise the horses on the equi-ciser while it was still fairly cool out. (Hopefully it'll be cooler than today. Above 20C (68F) before 10:00 this morning! UGH!!) I've also told my co-worker that I intended to get some more time in each afternoon by making sure that I groomed the three horses that are going to compete in about a month. Told her they were going to shine like thoroughbreds. ;)
I've decided to buy a few more equipment items for myself. A couple new curry combs, some hoof paint, and a shavings fork. I like having my own stuff and I'll eventually need it for my own place anyhow.
I'm also devising a plan to get a PT job with the hardware store that sells the barn kits. (Like garage kits, but more expensive.) I don't know that the employee discount will make MUCH of a difference, but any help is good help. Right?
Speaking of help, we've gotta get those trees cleared first. Any volunteers? We'll supply you with food and drink (non-alcoholic) and we'll even let you use the bathroom. ;) You know where to find me. I'll be cleaning around the pond area next weekend if it's a bit cooler. Already have one volunteer for that too! (Thanks, Lynne! Bring the kid and stay for fire!) We'll even return your kids to you undamaged!
Anyway, about the job. It's not jumpers this time. I'm working on a breeding farm that trains cutters. So, it's quarter horses and I'm surrounded by babies. I love this job environment!! Miss the thoroughbreds though. (Wahh! Pepper!!)
I have to get my truck taken in pretty soon. The air conditioner doesn't work. Again. Crummy thing. Was sweating badly enough while driving it the other day that it was getting into my eyes. Do you know how hard it is to drive like that??
Spot is driving me insane with his attempts to get outside. He never lasts long when I finally agree though. He's just too hot when he's out there. He lasts about ten minutes - tops, then he comes inside, cools off and the begging and demanding starts all over again. Little rat.
We're going golfing tomorrow. 06:48 tee time. I'd rather be sleeping, I'm sure. Ah, well ... maybe it'll rain a bit tonight and things will cool off a little bit for tomorrow and I can get some planting done! Only a little left to go! Already have nice blooms on a few things!
Speaking of lovelies! Dona and Wayne found an early birthday present for me, while they were out at a greenhouse. they were going through the roses when Dona spotted one pot with a familiar name on it. Mine. It was even spelled correctly. How's that for a surprise! Apparently, it's a very popular rose too. The one she saw, and bought, was the very last one at that greenhouse.
I feel special.
Okay, some of you may recall the strange affair of the Mass on my Liver. I finally arranged for a doctor's appointment to arrange for an ultrasound appointment to take a peek at it. Guess what day they gave me? My birthday. Thanks, guys.
I've told Jade that I can't decide between Applebee's or Red Lobster for my birthday dinner. Chances are, we'll do neither. We'll see. Guess it depends on if it's just us or if the parents are involved, eh?
Trying to get some friends over to have a weenie/mallow roast on the Saturday following my birthday, but there doesn't seem to be much enthusiasm for it. Feels like people have better things to do with their time, you know? Betcha Shorty shows. He's never failed to show. Once he was the only person that did.
*sigh*
I'm such a loved and popular person, eh?
Hope it cools down soon ... I'm losing plants. Need rain in the tanks too! Guess I'll have to try to help it rain ... I'll send Jade out to wash his truck! LOL!
Sweet Dreams!
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