Back. in black.

It's been a while, how have you been? I hope well. I have missed you, as I know you have missed me :) First I wanted to explain my absence. One day over break I had an intense migraine, and I decided to take a pill and listen to some soothing music (do not poke fun). So I put my computer on the floor next to my bed, and right next to it happened to be the glass of water that I took my pill with. While I was asleep, my lovely cat (Winston; pictured left) decided that he was thirsty. He tipped over the glass of water, which spilled ALL OVER my laptop. Tragically, I did not find out about this soon enough, and my computer would not turn on. So for the second half of my winter break I could not use my laptop. I thought that I wasn't very attached to my computer, but this proved that I am kinda obsessed. I missed it SO much. It is nice to be able to go on my computer and watch youtube videos, or catch up on some new show I'm obsessed with (right now its Make it or Break it). i also love to read random blogs. Do you have any good ones to recommend for me? I lost all my links when I lost my computer. So to end the story I took my computer to the A5K, (ask 5000; the IT on campus.) and had to get a loaner. I am very happy to have a computer once again, but I lost all my music favorites, and documents on the other computer. OH well...

One other thing I wanted to share is that I am currently working at Express. After I quit, I realized that I would miss Express. I REALLY love working there. Plus, some things became more clear to me when my boss called me and said that she didn't want me to quit and why. Let me back up a little bit.

The reason why I quit Express:

Back in October or November, one of the managers was promoted. So her position was free. She was a part time manager (we call them CSLs) and so the position of part time CSL was up for grabs. Also, there was a holiday CSL position that needed to be filled. Ironically, there were only two of us applying so I felt pretty good. Also, the other girl who was applying had only been working at Express for under a year, she was only 18, and I felt like I was better suited for the job. Unfortunately, I didn't get the part time CSL job, and was given the holiday CSL job. I was still happy, it is exciting to get a promotion in any way. I immediately had a drawer in the office, was included in all things managerial, and was very psyched. Only a couple weeks later this job was pulled out from under me because our mall wasn't open enough over the holidays. This sucked. My boss said that she wanted to keep training me on opening and closing procedures as I already knew how to close by myself. I was also promised further training in another area Express. I was to be trained as a fashion expert; as Express calls it. This includes working the fitting rooms, helping people build outfits, knowing everything there is to know about the clothes, and just being super fashionable and knowledgeable. I was also promised the opportunity to learn the visual aspect of the business. I would be in charge of moving the clothing into places that will help people buy more, I would dress the mannequins, and be in charge of all other visual aspects. Unfortunately none of this training took place. I was not trained as a fashion expert, I was not trained for other CSL duties as promised. I was also not trained in anything visual. It sucked. Not only this, but one night as I was closing, a girl came in to help us straighten up from the mess the customers made. At least this is what I thought that she was there to do. Instead, I found out not from anyone telling me, but by figuring things out that she was there to learn how to close the registers. I asked her if she was a CSL. I totally expected her to say no, but why else would she be learning how to close down the store?? Of course, she said yes. I was so mad I thought I was going to cry. On our way out of the store that night my boss told me that the girl who had beat me out for the part time CSL position had quit, and that this other girl was now CSL. Nothing was said about an interview... which I thought should be public, so that we could apply if any of us employees wanted a shot at the position. Also, wasn't I CSL material if I had gotten the holiday CSL position??

The next day I called and quit. I said that it seemed that Express didn't think I was develop able with their company, so I needed to look elsewhere so that I could make money and get experience/responsibilities.

My boss called back the next day and said that they did think I was developable and that they were planning on training me as they had promised after the holiday season, and that it was too busy to train me during holiday.

With this and the love of my job in mind, I decided to withdraw my request to quit. Everyone was very happy, which made me happy that they actually wanted me to work at Express!

So here I am, after a winter break, and I have returned to work at Express. I still absolutely love my job, and have been learning a FEW things. I still wish it were more, and hope that if I continue my great work I will one day be a CSL.

In other news, I heard that a day care in town was hiring. I applied and have an interview for Friday. Wish me luck!!!!!!! This would be nice to get some experience working with children (looks good on a resume) and the place is closer, and I would likely be paid more. The only thing is I told them I could work Tuesday/Thurs mornings, which is when I currently work at Express. Well, considering all I just said about that job, that will turn out okay I think. Still love the job, but I wish I had a different position at that job :-/

Obviously haven't gotten the job yet, but my hopes are up! Do a rain dance!!?? (but instead of dancing for rain, dance for me to get this job ;))