Discouraged

Well my hopeful bliss at having a steady income are again diminished by the world's twisted fate at screwing with me. Word to the wise; do not work for a start-up company! Obvious advice? I'd say so but I was desperate and was hoping beyond all belief that the opportunity would prove fruitful.  My boss allegedly got "kicked out" of her office due to leasing issues and therefore the company is going to be put on hold. Do I even want to wait and see if she locates another office space and wants to resume work? Not likely. I am over selling myself short, working LESS than minimum wage and being given the run around by employers that want to exploit and take advantage of young, hard-working individuals like myself.

Good news; I already have an interview tomorrow. I was contacted by a headhunter who is seeking to fill an inside sales rep position at an interior design company. Not my ideal description but if they are going to pay me as much as they claim I don't see how I can turn it down. They recruiter took a lot of time to give me information and prep me for the interview so hopes are high.  Yes I still want to personal training certification but they will have to wait until I find stable employment.  My ideal situation would be to get hired at a gym and take it from there. I have made it very apparent at the 24-Hour Fitness I attend that I would love to work there. I finally spoke to the hiring manager in person who said she would call me this week to set up an interview. *Fingers Crossed.* That's the update on my job leads...now for more entertaining information.

After attending the skidazzle convention I am the proud owner of an Extreme snowboard and burton boots. Equipment will be tested in Big Bear this saturday. I know lift tickets and gas are not what I should be spending my money on right now but I simply cannot help myself. I had an absolute blast last year and plan to put my early christmas presents to use. Having equipment, just like gym equipment at home, only increases motivation and the likelihood they will be made use of regularly. So catch me this holiday season (if I land a job that is) on the slopes of Big Bear, Mammoth and  Mt. High. YAY!

I absolutely love this time of year, but for some reason it isn't feeling quite as festive. Maybe because I'm not cramming for finals getting ready for winter break? Maybe because the thought of having to buy christmas presents is more stressful than fun? Perhaps because I don't think I'll be able to partake in a lot of the holiday activities I usually enjoy. All that aside I plan on making the most of my holiday season through New Years and Valentines Day.  Nothing is cheerier than sitting by a fire, sipping some delicious beverage, eating and being merry with the ones you love. I need to put the consumer gene inside of me to rest and enjoy the simpler (yet finer!) things in life.

I plan on researching delicious (yet healthy) alternatives to our holiday classics. First featured recipe is Sauteed Brussel Sprouts with Bacon and Onions http://www.eatingwell.com/recipes/brussels_sprouts_bacon_onions.html. *YUUMM* I made this one at Thanksgiving and it was TO DIE FOR! I plan on making it several more times this winter.

That is all the ranting and raving I can muster up for one post. Until next time<3