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a mostly positive update
Nov. 16th, 2011 06:07 pmBoat - is no longer our responsibility. Officially traded last week for a motorcycle (not original terms of agreement, it's complicated). Husband went up to NH to clear the title issue and now it's up to the buyer to move it. Thankfully was able to recharge the batteries enough to start engine, and the guy was willing to buy it despite issues. Bike will be sold ASAP as neither one of us rides, the proceeds of which to go towards used car or apartment savings.
Cats - are doing well at friends' place. Picked them up Sunday and they seem to have settled in nicely. Put on some weight so their harnesses no longer buckle. Good news is that they are extremely friendly with the little kids. The foster care person was awesome and treated them so well. It was a tearful reunion. Missed them so much and really hoping that we can move into affordable housing before holidays so that my friend is not stuck with them for too long.
Career - more rejections letters from veterinary hospitals, but not too depressed yet. Wasn't very likely anyway, but it doesn't hurt to try. The first position was filled rather quickly, but I made it through the first few rounds of consideration for the second position with the same company. Interview had gone well; they pretty much stated that they would prefer more hands-on experience but were encouraged by my drive and dedication to helping animals. Recommended a veterinary apprenticeship (same one I'd seen on employRI's website) and encouraged me to reapply, as there is always a demand for trained professionals in animal health care.
Sunday was my daughter's and my third day at the cat sanctuary. We did have to leave half an hour early so that we could pick up the cats, but things went more smoothly. As for the internship, last week I was supposed to have an interview and bang out a work schedule, but the woman I was supposed to meet with was out sick, so it was rescheduled. Met with her yesterday. The good news is that it would be mornings; the not-so-good is that it may only be one shift per week, which means finding more hours elsewhere to supplement and meet my course requirements. Not phased, though. Ironic, though, that I had been complaining about not finding a job and now it looks like I may have three. LOL
Health - started physical therapy for hip and ankle injuries. I'll meet twice per week. Tomorrow I go for aqua therapy. Still need to schedule with otolaryngologist regarding the vestibular disorder and related hearing loss. Perhaps I can get a hearing aid? Also, have started seeing a therapist and was approved by doctor for Lexapro- only problem is that my health insurance will not cover it. I figured maybe Walmart would be an option, but they do not have a generic.Yet again, not phased. I'll see if the insurance will cover a similar medication.
Home - Husband still looking for job, and working with staffing agencies. Still living in the shelter. Getting along better with roommates (knock on wood) but I don't spend much time there. Would much prefer having own apartment but it could be (and was) much worse. Now that we have our stuff from the boat and our cats are taken care of, I feel much more at ease and physically, I am more comfortable.
Much love and thanks for well wishes, everyone.
Cats - are doing well at friends' place. Picked them up Sunday and they seem to have settled in nicely. Put on some weight so their harnesses no longer buckle. Good news is that they are extremely friendly with the little kids. The foster care person was awesome and treated them so well. It was a tearful reunion. Missed them so much and really hoping that we can move into affordable housing before holidays so that my friend is not stuck with them for too long.
Career - more rejections letters from veterinary hospitals, but not too depressed yet. Wasn't very likely anyway, but it doesn't hurt to try. The first position was filled rather quickly, but I made it through the first few rounds of consideration for the second position with the same company. Interview had gone well; they pretty much stated that they would prefer more hands-on experience but were encouraged by my drive and dedication to helping animals. Recommended a veterinary apprenticeship (same one I'd seen on employRI's website) and encouraged me to reapply, as there is always a demand for trained professionals in animal health care.
Sunday was my daughter's and my third day at the cat sanctuary. We did have to leave half an hour early so that we could pick up the cats, but things went more smoothly. As for the internship, last week I was supposed to have an interview and bang out a work schedule, but the woman I was supposed to meet with was out sick, so it was rescheduled. Met with her yesterday. The good news is that it would be mornings; the not-so-good is that it may only be one shift per week, which means finding more hours elsewhere to supplement and meet my course requirements. Not phased, though. Ironic, though, that I had been complaining about not finding a job and now it looks like I may have three. LOL
Health - started physical therapy for hip and ankle injuries. I'll meet twice per week. Tomorrow I go for aqua therapy. Still need to schedule with otolaryngologist regarding the vestibular disorder and related hearing loss. Perhaps I can get a hearing aid? Also, have started seeing a therapist and was approved by doctor for Lexapro- only problem is that my health insurance will not cover it. I figured maybe Walmart would be an option, but they do not have a generic.Yet again, not phased. I'll see if the insurance will cover a similar medication.
Home - Husband still looking for job, and working with staffing agencies. Still living in the shelter. Getting along better with roommates (knock on wood) but I don't spend much time there. Would much prefer having own apartment but it could be (and was) much worse. Now that we have our stuff from the boat and our cats are taken care of, I feel much more at ease and physically, I am more comfortable.
Much love and thanks for well wishes, everyone.
