Saturday, August 24, 2019

Some Good News!


On Friday, by the grace of God, I was offered a permanent position. I'll be working for a really big insurance company, data processing homeowner's insurance paperwork, and also as a back up receptionist. The salary is acceptable, and my medical, dental and other insurance is 100% paid.

I am so, so happy not to be a temp anymore. I was grateful for the work, but it's dead end until you get picked up permanently somewhere. No benefits. 

And... I found a room to rent. Next weekend my furniture goes over. Just what I can fit in a bedroom, and a ton of boxes, cuz I'm keeping as much of my life as I can. My nice washer and dryer (bought new in 2016) has found a foster home with someone I know. She will use the washer and store the dryer until I can get them back. I'm told washers go bad if they aren't used.

And now for the best part.... !!

I knew the guy*** had animals, it was in the ad. He has a corgi named Toomba and four cats.
I was greeted on arrival by a welcoming committee of Toomba and 18 year old male tuxie Mattise,
and 3 year old orange mancat, Oliver. Ollie has the cutest wrinkled little nose.

There are probably not that many people wanting to room with four animals not their own, but I think folks here will understand how pleased I was to see them. I get their company without having to pay the vet bills. And... Oliver is actually available for adoption. His person took him in because he was a kitten born on the streets but wants him to find a forever home.

I'm not saying I will adopt Ollie - that is entirely dependent on my future finances -
but he is ever so cute. He doesn't really remind me of my Toby at all though, except for the color; Toby had a massive bone structure and just a totally different vibe than little Ollie.

So begins a new book in the story of my life.


*** I would have preferred to room with a woman but after five tries, I just ran out of time. 

18 comments:

  1. That is wonderful news that you have a permanent job! Great that you have found a room to rent too. It is nice that he has pets. He must be an okay guy to have rescued Oliver as a kitten.

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  2. I am glad things are finally looking up. XO

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  3. I almost missed the coverage benefits of working for an insurance company.

    It reminds me of when I applied for a Federal Government job and tried to explain that most of my previous jobs had ended because the businesses went bankrupt snd the interviewer said not to worry because the Govt wasn't going to go bankrupt.

    LOL!

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  4. We're so glad things are turning around for you! Temping fills in the blanks, but just barely (our mom knows); a regular job is much much better. And benefits! Worth their weight these days. We think concats is due all the way around!

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  5. This is all such great news! And how cool that you get to have a fur family built into your new place.

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  6. Yes indeed, not only a new job and new digs, but a friendly furry bonus!

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  7. Hey! I am truly really sincerely TICKLED...my day is lighter knowing you found the good job with full benefits and in a field you enjoy! AND that you found a place to live! Complete with animals. Busting to know more when or if you want to share! XXXX Blessings!

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  8. Oh my word above Blessings on New Beginnings....well deserved too I might add. I cannot imagine how very hard these last few months have been with losing your soulkities and job and then worrying about you living situation. I'm so happy for you and hope you can sneak a pic of Toomba, Oliver and Mattise into the blog after you are settled.

    I think this new roommate will be quite fine to live with after all he is an animal lover and we all know animals have a great sense to how the good people are. This has turned out in your FAVOR big time and I say Pooh Pooh on the former employer what goes around will surely come around.
    Hugs and good luck with the move.
    Hugs Cecilia

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  9. This is such wonderful news! We're thrilled for you! A full-time gig, with full benefits, AND you have animals to love on in your new place. Wow! :)

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  10. oh thank goodness!!!! Everything seems to be on the right track!

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  11. Congratulations on your permanent position at work, new room, and furry friends! I’m happy for you that you are having new beginnings. I wish you the best and hope for posts about your fur friends :-)

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  12. Congratulations on all fronts! It seems the stars have aligned for you.

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  13. *clapping* Great news, on the job front, and living with animals again! The stresses of all of that must have been really hard on you; I know how it would effect me.

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  14. very happy things are now on the upswing; all the best to you in both job and new home; hope this chapter brings nothing but happeez N healtheez yur way az we say heer in TT !! ♥♥☺☺

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  15. YEAH! YEAH YEAH!!!! CONGRATS! you so deserve this! SO happy to hear the news about your job and new living arrangement! Can't wait to see photos of Ollie and the rest!

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  16. I'm so glad to hear this! I was worried. As I said, any time you want, we have an extra room. The Boy and I are talking about moving down to Florida which is where he is from - so in the future, there might be that too :)

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