Long Week
I just got some sad news today. It seems another kitty from the catblogosphere has passed on. Bonnie was special to me in the sense that she was a "friend" of Ayla's. It's kind of hard to explain to the uneducated masses that some people love to write not only about their pets but from their pet's point of view. That's what Jen does over at the Bonnie & Victor site. That's what I did over on the Ayla the Grump site. Through them, we make virtual friends and we learn to love their pets almost as much as they do. It broke my heart to hear that Bonnie passed away and so suddenly.
Bear and I were talking about Ayla a few days ago and how I've been having so many problems starting up another kitty blog. He thinks that the Ayla site gave me a truly creative way to vent (unlike this site which is just venting). I think he's right but even though we have nine cats, none of them have the unique, snarky personality that Ayla had. I tried doing it with Monkee and while he is a well-spring of good material, it's not the same. Having an old, snarky grump around was good for my soul I guess.
I have started writing in my journal again. I tried to type up a journal but I like the feeling of handwriting in a book. Either way, I do need a way to get out all the stress in my life (without sounding constantly like a bitch here LOL).
Speaking of stress, I had my second interview last week. How did it go? I'm not sure. Because everybody already knew me it was a short interview. However, I got the feeling that a decision had been made before I even walked in the door. Of the other two candidates, I know that one had a PhD, which hurts for me. The other, who is a great guy and a decent teacher, is also the "pet" for the head of the department. That doesn't help me either. I'm thankful I made it to the final three but I wish I knew what real chance I have of getting the job. The head of the department told me that it "says something good" about me making it this far. The way he said it, though, sounded like I should be thankful I got this far and to not take it personally if I don't get the job. Then again, I'm overthinking things again. They said they are going to make a decision in the next few weeks. Until then, I'm going to think "happy thoughts."
My mom is doing OK. She is still having some problems seeing out of her eye but other than that it seems to be healing nicely. Unfortunately she now has a cold which doesn't help matters. I'll keep you posted on her.
As for school, well the new summer session has started and I already know which ones are going to get the As and which ones are going to get the Fs. Am I psychic? Nope. The ones who constantly raise their hand and participate tend to be the ones who get As while the ones who constantly show up late and then proceed to fall asleep in class get the Fs. LOL. Seriously, though, they don't seem like a bad bunch. My first class is full but everybody is trying to participate which is a nice change. My second class is small so they don't have a choice. It's hard to miss someone in that class who is not paying attention. I'm so evil. :) The only problem with summer school is getting used to teaching four hours straight for four days a week. This takes a toll on me, especially since I'm a very active teacher.
There is a light at the end of the tunnel. Bear and I are looking at a summer vacation. Yes, a REAL vacation where we actually get away and go out to eat and all that fun stuff. We're looking to rent a small house up on Cape Cod for a week in August. My bro-in-law will be joining us and I'm trying to get my brother and his family to come up as well. Yes, I'm strange. I actually like my brother and bro-in-law where I would actually enjoy vacation time with them. My bro-in-law was actually my friend before I even started dating Bear and my brother and I have always been close. Either way, I plan on spending at least one day at the beach and many days eating lobster in as many ways as possible. Above all else, I plan on RELAXING. OMG!!!! Me? Relax? Is it possible? LOL.
Bear and I were talking about Ayla a few days ago and how I've been having so many problems starting up another kitty blog. He thinks that the Ayla site gave me a truly creative way to vent (unlike this site which is just venting). I think he's right but even though we have nine cats, none of them have the unique, snarky personality that Ayla had. I tried doing it with Monkee and while he is a well-spring of good material, it's not the same. Having an old, snarky grump around was good for my soul I guess.
I have started writing in my journal again. I tried to type up a journal but I like the feeling of handwriting in a book. Either way, I do need a way to get out all the stress in my life (without sounding constantly like a bitch here LOL).
Speaking of stress, I had my second interview last week. How did it go? I'm not sure. Because everybody already knew me it was a short interview. However, I got the feeling that a decision had been made before I even walked in the door. Of the other two candidates, I know that one had a PhD, which hurts for me. The other, who is a great guy and a decent teacher, is also the "pet" for the head of the department. That doesn't help me either. I'm thankful I made it to the final three but I wish I knew what real chance I have of getting the job. The head of the department told me that it "says something good" about me making it this far. The way he said it, though, sounded like I should be thankful I got this far and to not take it personally if I don't get the job. Then again, I'm overthinking things again. They said they are going to make a decision in the next few weeks. Until then, I'm going to think "happy thoughts."
My mom is doing OK. She is still having some problems seeing out of her eye but other than that it seems to be healing nicely. Unfortunately she now has a cold which doesn't help matters. I'll keep you posted on her.
As for school, well the new summer session has started and I already know which ones are going to get the As and which ones are going to get the Fs. Am I psychic? Nope. The ones who constantly raise their hand and participate tend to be the ones who get As while the ones who constantly show up late and then proceed to fall asleep in class get the Fs. LOL. Seriously, though, they don't seem like a bad bunch. My first class is full but everybody is trying to participate which is a nice change. My second class is small so they don't have a choice. It's hard to miss someone in that class who is not paying attention. I'm so evil. :) The only problem with summer school is getting used to teaching four hours straight for four days a week. This takes a toll on me, especially since I'm a very active teacher.
There is a light at the end of the tunnel. Bear and I are looking at a summer vacation. Yes, a REAL vacation where we actually get away and go out to eat and all that fun stuff. We're looking to rent a small house up on Cape Cod for a week in August. My bro-in-law will be joining us and I'm trying to get my brother and his family to come up as well. Yes, I'm strange. I actually like my brother and bro-in-law where I would actually enjoy vacation time with them. My bro-in-law was actually my friend before I even started dating Bear and my brother and I have always been close. Either way, I plan on spending at least one day at the beach and many days eating lobster in as many ways as possible. Above all else, I plan on RELAXING. OMG!!!! Me? Relax? Is it possible? LOL.
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