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So this past week has been busy for me, which I am thankful for since I despise sitting around for long.  On Monday I had an interview with Easter Seals, but unfortunately have not heard back regarding a second interview.  That afternoon I hung out with A at the mall and played in the play area.  Afterwards we got a cinnamon sugar pretzel to share and I think he enjoyed it more than I did!  It was delicious.  That night I had class, which is starting to wind down.  I have one paper and a major project to finish.  My other class has a final paper due on the 1st so I've also been busy organizing and researching for that.  I am writing about evidence-based treatments for anxiety disorders in children.  Nothing too exciting but glad to have everything wrapping up.  Tuesday I completely forgot about a job shadow that I had scheduled with K. Mavis out in Waukee.  Thankfully, she is understanding and we rescheduled for Friday.  Wednesday was pretty slow but I have been getting several interview requests.  I had a phone interview with LSI on Thursday, hung out with J at the mall and took C to Cub Scouts.  He made a film canister rocket out of alkaseltzer and water.  It was a big hit with 7 year olds, that's for sure.  Friday I spent the morning at Waukee, shadowing the guidance counselor.  She is a great gal and I hope to get to know her better as I progress through my classes.  That evening we went out with Josh and Elizabeth for some delicious El Rodeo mexican food.  I love that place!  Then hung out at home and played some guitar hero.  

Today was a laid back day.  I had an interview with a local realty agency which went well but I don't feel is a good fit for me right now.  Then Ben and I went to the Natural Living Expo downtown.  Not quite what I thought.  I was hoping for more how to live and do more environmentally friendly things.  They had a lot of food, vitamins, and cloth diapers.  Maybe my expectations were different.  Then we came home and worked on homework for a couple of hours and Ben made dinner.  Quesadillas!  Yup, Mexican food again.  We can't get enough.  Now after catching up on all of our shows, Heros, Grey's Anatomy and Entourage, we will call it a night and snuggle in.  

Sorry this wasn't necessarily an entertaining post.  Just an update of my life since getting laid off.  I've felt quite productive lately and thought I would share.

Domestic Engineering

Today is my first day of not getting paid.  I had five days of vacation, which I used up as of the 17th and am now officially jobless.  I have since taken up Domestic Engineering in the Haylett household.  Since being home for nearly a week, I have gotten a lot done.  I feel busier than I was when I had a job!  I have painted both bedrooms and the carpets are getting cleaned tomorrow.  I have finished up my FAFSA for next year and have spent some quality time with friends.  I have also donated blood and will be heading to dentist in a week.  Whew!  

I am still applying for jobs but am able to pick up additional hours with respite clients and am hoping to continue doing so through summer to allow more freedom for school this summer.  Speaking of school, I have several papers due on Monday and hope to accomplish those tomorrow and Friday.  Painting has just taken up all of my time this week.  I'm glad to be busy as Ben is in Phoenix for work and I was concerned that I would be quite bored.  So far, loneliness has been minimal and I hate to admit I have been sleeping quite well in the queen-sized bed on my own!  

I'll post another update soon.  As for now, enjoy the weather!

Life...

Things have been a bit nuts around here so I thought I'd share with the few who read this.  Due to a 40% budget cut in the program I work for, I will no longer have a job as of March 15th.  While this is typically a reason to gasp and express condolences, I am starting to feel that it is the right thing for me right now.  I was really feeling limited in my position and the company is not improving in terms of the management.  Currently, I'm looking to get into an administrative assistant position or working for a chiropractor or back to the optometrist's office in order to focus more on school and have less emotionally draining work.  Will keep you updated.  

Ben is moving laterally at Wells Fargo and will be supporting loss prevention instead of boarding services, as those services are being moved to Phoenix.  We are thankful that he still has a position with the company and looking forward to taking a business trip later this month to teach Phoenix the support services he provided.  I will enjoy the warmth.  :)  

Hope this finds all of you with a job, healthy and happy.  Hope to visit y'all soon!

Stace