No news yet regarding the census taker test. I'll post something when I know more.
Hope everyone had a good Valentine's Day. Mine was about what I expected. I was happy to have someone to spend the day with. Mae-Ann and I went out to dinner. We came back to my place, talked, listened to music and made love. I wasn't sure I'd be up...
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Hope everyone had a good Valentine's Day. Mine was about what I expected. I was happy to have someone to spend the day with. Mae-Ann and I went out to dinner. We came back to my place, talked, listened to music and made love. I wasn't sure I'd be up...
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mrsted_stryker:
Its not easy.. I am trying to surround myself with 
instead of 
is all. lol
instead of is all. lol
aldremech:
Luckily, I have medical coverage through the VA. Free medical care for life for myself I suppose is a good thing for being a disabled vet 
Tomorrow morning is a trip to the dermatologist to get stabbed and biopsied
Tomorrow morning is a trip to the dermatologist to get stabbed and biopsied I took the test for census taker yesterday. Some of the questions were difficult, but I think I did pretty well. I'll get the results in a few weeks. Hiring will be based on test scores as well as other factors on the application. I'm not going to worry about it since I did my best and it's out of my hands now.
I'm probably...
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quella:
Happy V day!
lizaeth:
Have you heard anything else about the job yet? How did valentines day go?
So, I took the test for census taker yesterday. Some of the questions were difficult, but I think I did pretty well overall. I'll know the results in a few weeks. They'll begin hiring based on test scores and other factors on the application. I'm not going to worry about it, since it's out of my hands now. In the meantime, I'll keep my eyes...
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The U.S. Census bureau is starting to hire people as census takers. I signed up to take the written test next Saturday morning. I figure that I'll probably do very well on the test. The only problem is that they list owning a vehicle as an important aspect of the job. They mention that it's possible to be hired without a car and being allowed...
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missmir:
I don't think it would matter that you don't have a car if you live in New York. Good luck with the job!!
....I have been considering talking to a doctor about medications for depression but I'm the daughter of a hypnotherapist so I've never taken hardcore meds before. I'm kinda scared. I've never even smoked a cigarette in my life.
....I have been considering talking to a doctor about medications for depression but I'm the daughter of a hypnotherapist so I've never taken hardcore meds before. I'm kinda scared. I've never even smoked a cigarette in my life.
velvet_petal:
3-4 weeks?? That's a long time to be on ice. I hate waiting, don't you?
I'm feeling much better the last few days. I was really down when I posted my previous blog.
First of all, a special thanks to Fishii and Lizabeth. They called me last Sunday evening. Being able to speak with them made a huge difference in my mood and outlook. I also want to thank all of my other friends who commented on my previous...
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First of all, a special thanks to Fishii and Lizabeth. They called me last Sunday evening. Being able to speak with them made a huge difference in my mood and outlook. I also want to thank all of my other friends who commented on my previous...
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madviking:
Glad to hear things are looking better for you. I know how hard it is to keep a positive attitude sometimes but I think it's great that you have so many people here giving you support and encouragement.
velvet_petal:
Who could ever forget him in that role, eh? I cannot see him without laughing a little, even when he is being entirely serious or silent. Her just has that way about him.
Hope things are improving little by little in your life.
Hope things are improving little by little in your life.
I've been on the prescribed medication for over a week now. The dosage was increased the other day, according to plan. It's been explained to me that it takes a month or so to feel the full effect of this anti-depressant and anti-anxiety medication.
I don't really understand much of this. I'm feeling like shit today, probably because I'm thinking too much. All I can...
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I don't really understand much of this. I'm feeling like shit today, probably because I'm thinking too much. All I can...
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1stxer:
Maybe one day I will meet a woman and not play out scenarios in my head ... the ones that scare me away. Until then I will have to be content with being single.
mrsted_stryker:
I cant even TELL you how happy that makes me!!!
I look forward to speaking with you tomorrow!!!!
I look forward to speaking with you tomorrow!!!!
I had a long conversation with Mae-Ann and a couple of close friends last night. The obvious conclusion was that in order to have any chance at making things better was to find a way to alleviate my depression. I went for an intake at the mental health section of a prestigious local hospital today. The result was that I was prescribed an antidepressant and...
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1stxer:
Well now stud do tell me about Mae-Ann
apexxx:
thanks man.
i guess making a deal like the Sox did with Colon, shows us that the economy really is having an impact on MLB. i mean the low risk/high reward is geat and all, but I guess I was hoping for at least one "sexy name" as Kenny has put it, to be signed in the offseason...
i certainly will be confused about the desire to reach the post season if they get rid of Dye
i guess making a deal like the Sox did with Colon, shows us that the economy really is having an impact on MLB. i mean the low risk/high reward is geat and all, but I guess I was hoping for at least one "sexy name" as Kenny has put it, to be signed in the offseason...
i certainly will be confused about the desire to reach the post season if they get rid of Dye
I don't know how much more I can take. I'm practically destitute. I haven't paid my January rent, and don't see how I'll be able to. I swallowed my pride a while back when things started on a downward spiral and applied to Social Services. I began receiving some benefits, so I'm not starving to death and can still get my medication and have access...
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jrwhite:
Hang in there old man. You aren't allowed to even consider throwing in the towel until you're at least 65, so perk up!
We're in this shit together!
We're in this shit together!
sherrillee:
Don't let your depression defeat you!
New York Foundation for Senior Citizens has a Senior Home Share program. They match up Seniors to share space.
You can either get matched to share with someone else - or receive funding to take in someone in your place.
http://www.nyfsc.org/services/index.html
Talk to them now - before you lose your current place.
And keep looking for a job. Truth is, it's never easy to find one - but if you stop looking that's a sure guarantee you won't find one.
It may seem hopeless right now - but that's only true if you let it be hopeless.
Take care of yourself!
New York Foundation for Senior Citizens has a Senior Home Share program. They match up Seniors to share space.
You can either get matched to share with someone else - or receive funding to take in someone in your place.
http://www.nyfsc.org/services/index.html
Talk to them now - before you lose your current place.
And keep looking for a job. Truth is, it's never easy to find one - but if you stop looking that's a sure guarantee you won't find one.
It may seem hopeless right now - but that's only true if you let it be hopeless.
Take care of yourself!
First of all, I want to wish everyone a happy and healthy New Year.
A lot has happened in my life this past year. I have been dwelling mostly on the bad stuff lately. Today, I thought I would just talk about the positive highlights of the past year for me.
The most significant thing that happened in my life was meeting Mae-Ann last March....
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A lot has happened in my life this past year. I have been dwelling mostly on the bad stuff lately. Today, I thought I would just talk about the positive highlights of the past year for me.
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fragilesong_:
I got your text but was asleep by that point. How boring am I? Haha.
Happy new year to you too, love. You've had quite the 2008 and I hope for nothing but the best for you in the months to come.
You mean a lot to me. <3
Happy new year to you too, love. You've had quite the 2008 and I hope for nothing but the best for you in the months to come.
You mean a lot to me. <3
missmir:
happy New Year, love. And thanks for being there for me, you are a great friend.
I actually had a good day. My younger daughter, Heather, and I went to Mae-Ann's house about 1:30 in the afternoon to spend Christmas day. Mae-Ann made a ton of food. She made a roast with mashed potatoes and asparagus. She also made meat balls, pasta and her famous sauce. There were also a variety of desserts. Everything was delicious.
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aldremech:
I am honored sir. Thank you.
luky:
Hi. I have nothing new to say, but I am trying to catch up on friends blogs, and thought I would say hi, at least. I am still enjoying time off and an easy schedule (minus any wine. I do not think I ever want to drink wine again. Ugh.) Off to see my mom this coming Friday, then back to school after that week in Kentucky. Neo and I have had a nice time together overall, though, and it is nice, isnt it, when you get to spend peaceful time with someone you love.
I've really needed an extra helping of love lately from my family and friends. Sometimes, I need more than what some people are capable of giving, even though they try their best to give me the comfort and support I need. I understand and appreciate their efforts.
What hurts is that rare situation where someone I feel close to disappoints me. When it wouldn't take...
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sherrillee:
I hope that despite all of this you did find some measure of contentment and happiness through Christmas. Christmas is always a difficult time of year = even the best of circumstances. We can put so much hope into it - that our expectations can exceed reality. Once again - take some time to do something special with the ones you love. Take pleasure in the small things that you can be grateful for. Slowly, you will heal. You are in my prayers - I do wish that you will find what you truly need.....
ferkixlll:
I had not thought of that song from `Hair` in decades.
It does have a degree of truth; in that some of the people
that one would least expect it from, turn out to be the
crulest; even if unintentionally.
Forgive them and give them space to decide if your
being in their `landscape` is what they want. And as much as
it might hurt you for them to be gone. Simply breathe and be open
to those who are there for you.
Glad that X-mas day was good to you.
It does have a degree of truth; in that some of the people
that one would least expect it from, turn out to be the
crulest; even if unintentionally.
Forgive them and give them space to decide if your
being in their `landscape` is what they want. And as much as
it might hurt you for them to be gone. Simply breathe and be open
to those who are there for you.
Glad that X-mas day was good to you.
I've been looking for something for a while now. I know what it is. I also thought I knew where to find it. I went about my quest, feeling that, although things have been going from bad to worse, I was eventually going to find what I was looking for.
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jekyllandhyde:
It aways feels like there's that certain something that's just out of grasp, no matter what. I know that feeling quite well. But I still keep reaching for it; it's just not in my nature to quit.
mrsted_stryker:
Hey honey I know I spoke wiht you and I am sure I sounded pretty awake but these drugs are something else. Can you do me a favor tho? I would like to send ya something in a few weeks after I get home and better...can I have an address?
thanks!
thanks!