There are so many days that I sit and complain about something that I don't like in my life.
Well a few weeks ago one of my best friend's little boy was diagnosed with NALD. It is a disorder that is inherited genetically. From what I understand is it just eats away at his little body. He's about three months old and the cutest little guy. Their first child had the same thing and passed away when she was only 18 months old. I can't imagine being a parent and loosing a child. My friend and her husband are both wonderful people. I wish them the best and keep them in my prayers.
I have to look at my life and realize that I'm so blessed. Even though I don't have a job, I have so many other things to be thankful for. I have so many friends and family who love me, I have great health, and no serious worries. I think I might take so more time out of my life to appreciate all that I have. And maybe try to complain a little less.
Monday, August 18, 2008
Tuesday, August 05, 2008
Job Hunt
So the job search is still on. I would really like to stay at Utah State, but it's looking as if I might have to search somewhere else. I'm ok with that I guess. I think the hardest part is looking back at my college experience and not remembering the classes that I had, but the organizations I was involved in. There are so many things that I'm going to miss. I think that's why I have only looked for jobs at the university.
This makes me think of that famous saying...don't let your school work interfere with your education (I think that's how it goes). But I really feel that I learned more from the clubs and extracurriculars that I was involved in rather than the boring classes that I attended. And that's when I actually attended my classes. (Hali don't get any ideas. Going to your classes is very important!)
So I finished college, regardless of how often I went to classes. But they never taught me how to be all grown up. I'm thinking that being grown up is not pertinent right now. Does a college degree really mean it's time to grow up or is it just something that your parents tell you so that you don't become lazy and sit on the couch all day. Which I find myself doing more frequently now that I don't have a job. Which brings me back to the original topic of searching for jobs.
Why do they have to make it so hard? They always tell you that you don't have enough experience, but how are you supposed to get experience if no one will hire you? It's this endless cycle with massive amounts of frustration. All that college classes ever taught me was what to do when I actually have a job. They never teach you how to go out and get the job. You would think if we are capable of going to college (paying for, getting good grades, and actually graduating) that we could succeed in whatever job we find. So why don't they teach us, what has proven to be the most difficult part for me, how get a job?
The frustration is starting to get to me...if you couldn't already tell. People just keep saying it will come, there's a reason for everything. So I will continue sending in my resume and I will continue looking for jobs and in the meantime if you would like to hire me...let me know!!!
This makes me think of that famous saying...don't let your school work interfere with your education (I think that's how it goes). But I really feel that I learned more from the clubs and extracurriculars that I was involved in rather than the boring classes that I attended. And that's when I actually attended my classes. (Hali don't get any ideas. Going to your classes is very important!)
So I finished college, regardless of how often I went to classes. But they never taught me how to be all grown up. I'm thinking that being grown up is not pertinent right now. Does a college degree really mean it's time to grow up or is it just something that your parents tell you so that you don't become lazy and sit on the couch all day. Which I find myself doing more frequently now that I don't have a job. Which brings me back to the original topic of searching for jobs.
Why do they have to make it so hard? They always tell you that you don't have enough experience, but how are you supposed to get experience if no one will hire you? It's this endless cycle with massive amounts of frustration. All that college classes ever taught me was what to do when I actually have a job. They never teach you how to go out and get the job. You would think if we are capable of going to college (paying for, getting good grades, and actually graduating) that we could succeed in whatever job we find. So why don't they teach us, what has proven to be the most difficult part for me, how get a job?
The frustration is starting to get to me...if you couldn't already tell. People just keep saying it will come, there's a reason for everything. So I will continue sending in my resume and I will continue looking for jobs and in the meantime if you would like to hire me...let me know!!!
Tuesday, July 08, 2008
Thursday, June 12, 2008
Waking up from a nap
I was at Kim's house one day and I could hear the kids were up from their nap. This is how I found them.
Awards
I told mom that I would post some more pictures of the awards that I received. Sorry it's taken so long.
These first pics are from the Robins Awards where I received service of the year.
Matt, Megan, and Alyson...they are all on the Student Alumni board.
Todd (my date for the night) before you jump to any conclusions...We're just friends!!! Sorry to disappoint all of you.
My acceptance speech
The very very pointy award...I actually cut my hand on it!
Todd's great photography skills. You will notice the middle signature on the certificate is from the president of the university! Yeah I'm kind of a big deal! hehe just kidding.
This is the plaque I got for the dedication award. Not as cool looking as the pyramid thing, but still pretty fun!
These first pics are from the Robins Awards where I received service of the year.
Matt, Megan, and Alyson...they are all on the Student Alumni board.
Todd (my date for the night) before you jump to any conclusions...We're just friends!!! Sorry to disappoint all of you.
My acceptance speech
The very very pointy award...I actually cut my hand on it!
Todd's great photography skills. You will notice the middle signature on the certificate is from the president of the university! Yeah I'm kind of a big deal! hehe just kidding. 
This is the plaque I got for the dedication award. Not as cool looking as the pyramid thing, but still pretty fun!
More Pics
So I finally decided to upload my pictures off my camera. It's been awhile, so here are some pics of what I've been up to lately!!
This is a picture from my birthday dinner (and hat)
This is the student athlete retreat I went on. You might remember this as the broken ribs/sternum incident!
This is a cake I made for a friends 20th birthday. The holes are due to candles!
This is after one of the Aggie basketball games that we all love so much. Tradition was to go out to Firehouse (a really good local restaurant) and eat after.
You may remember the job to Australia that I had and lost. They kept one intern on (who just happens to be one of my really good friends). He left today and this was his farewell dinner. Don't worry I'm not bitter at all!!
This is a picture from my birthday dinner (and hat)
This is the student athlete retreat I went on. You might remember this as the broken ribs/sternum incident!
This is a cake I made for a friends 20th birthday. The holes are due to candles!
This is after one of the Aggie basketball games that we all love so much. Tradition was to go out to Firehouse (a really good local restaurant) and eat after.
You may remember the job to Australia that I had and lost. They kept one intern on (who just happens to be one of my really good friends). He left today and this was his farewell dinner. Don't worry I'm not bitter at all!!
Fun Pic
I found this picture today. It's from one of the True Aggie Nights. I think my favorite part is that Kim and I have one eye closed and it makes us look more like sisters!!! The other girl in the photo is Megan. She is on the Student Alumni board also.
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