Tag: working

A Mickey Mouse Job

What you see above is the note that was handed to me after the interview I had a few days ago with Disneyland. Yes, that Disneyland. The Mouse, the ears, the Walt. That’s the place. I had submitted my application online – it’s the only way they accept them, naturally – somewhere in January and … Continue reading A Mickey Mouse Job →

Perspective

I’ve only worked two days at my new job and I can honestly say that it beats anything I’ve done in recent years (mainly proofreading and writing). The major difference is that I am now dealing with the public, something I haven’t done since the last time I worked retail way back in…I can’t even … Continue reading Perspective →

Part-Time Job

Here’s a conversation that Ann and I had not too long ago when I told her I wanted to get a part-time job. Ann: Maybe you should get a job at Lowe’s. You could ride your bike there and I’m pretty sure they don’t work that hard. Me: Lowe’s? Really? I don’t know shit about … Continue reading Part-Time Job →

Change of Plans

Today I made my call to the EDD to get some information on what in the world I will do once my benefits are exhausted, something which is due to happen within the next 5 weeks. And I have to admit that there were a few things that impressed me about the call. First, the … Continue reading Change of Plans →

Good and Bad News

First, the bad. I got yet another rejection letter today from another potential employer. I'm beginning to think I've got the plague or something. Maybe it's because I'm not shifty enough to be a car salesman (which was the job I applied for) but meh, I'm still out there trying for anything. With just a … Continue reading Good and Bad News →