Frustrations

Hey ya'll, I haven't updated in a while because, frankly, I haven't had anything good to say. And you know the old saying, if you can't say anything nice, don't say anything at all. So that's what I've been doing. But now I'm over my frustrations so I feel like I can share them with you in a calm way. Here goes.

Well, to rewind big time, we went back to Stillwater for the first home game and had a blast. We got to see both Michael's family and my family and of course spent some time with Mags as well! And you know what? I didn't take a single picture! All weekend! How unlike me. Anywho, we took the cat and he acted like a total brat in the car so no more road trips for him. Of course he looks like a little angel right now. Don't be fooled. But oh how I love him. He's so stinkin' cute.

We got back into town and I STILL hadn't heard about my box office job. I've really been hoping and praying for this job because it was full-time, which means salary, insurance, benefits, etc. And it was in a theater!! Perfect! A guy I used to work with even texted me and said they had called him to ask for a reference and he gave me a great one. But of course it was too good to be true. After making me wait a couple weeks for an answer, they e-mailed and said I didn't get it. What can you do. Well, I'll tell you what I did. I cried. And I ran from the house in a panic. I had put in applications for places like Ulta and Bath and Body Works, but never checked back on them, because I was really counting on this job. So I ran out and spoke to managers. Things are looking good and I'm sure I'll have a part-time job soon, but really. I have a college degree. Why should I work at a makeup store?? I don't want to, but that's theatre, isn't it.

SO Tuesday night we went out to The Flying Saucer, the bar/restaurant Michael and I and all his friends go to for trivia night. There is always a cute girl who announces trivia and tallies scores. So Tuesday she announces that she's leaving and they're looking for a new trivia girl. Michael and his friend Jared immediately volunteer me because, let's face it, I have no job and I'm depressed. So she calls me up and I read a round of questions. It was really fun, and at the end of the night she gave me the job. It's just a couple hours once a week, but at least it's something. I should be really excited, but I can't help think-- isn't it funny that after countless interviews and auditions, I get nothing in theatre. But one night at the bar and I immediately have a job! HA! HA! NO it's not funny! It's horrible! But I have to keep reminding myself that I knew this about theatre when I went into it. It's going to be tough. So for now I'll work at a bar and maybe a makeup store and go to auditions until I can get my big break. And it's not just me who's having problems. There are millions of Americans struggling to find jobs out there. So I need to shut my mouth and be grateful I was even considered for a full-time job in a theatre my first week that I'm down here. Things will get better! I can feel it!

Also in my house-fleeing panic yesterday, I ran to Wal-Mart and bought the 3rd book in a series Maggi and I are obsessed with. It's called The Hunger Games, and it's fantastic. If you're looking for a new series to get hooked on, go for this one. (Don't worry, it's a book for teens, it's a quick read)



I'm a firm believer that it doesn't matter what age level you're reading, as long as you're reading! You can always learn something from immersing yourself in a story. Don't I sound like a teacher? Maybe someday I will be... if I can't get a job!! Just kidding. That was the last negative comment. Ok all, I love you dearly and if you've already heard all of this from me directly, thanks for your support and all your kind wishes. Prayers are always appreciated, and let me know how I can keep you in mine as well. Lots of love and have a great weekend.