Here’s what I’ve been up to during my first two weeks on the job.
Moved into office, shelved books, and installed my Ikea chalice, Ganesh statue, and Buddy Jesus and Robin action figures. MCed two events and gave one speech. Wrote three drafts of my goals for the year. Led one small group session. Started to learn PowerChurch. Attended two staff meetings, one lunch meeting, and at least half a dozen one on one meetings. Wrote, read, or returned at least two hundred emails. Read one book and three thick reports. Shook hands with close to one hundred people. Glowered at a foot or two of my predecessors’ files. Bought two bags of ice. Killed one mouse and disposed of two.
And I’m having the time of my life.
Chutney,
I am so glad that you are having the time of your life. No one deserves it more than you. You were positively glowing last night.
Your post reminds me of the first year I had my own painting studio, the first time I did the front windows at Macy’s, the first time I set a shoot for a commercial, my first year of teaching art, and my first year of this job.
Thanks for the memories!
Jenn
I’m proud of you, Chutney.
And as I said, if there’s anyway I can assist you, let me know.
Yay! Now, lets talk so I can tell you how to do your job :-D Time for me to exercise my duty as a member.
Congrats!
Btw… Where can I get a Buddy Jesus??
What, killing mice is a part of this job (and my measly support is funding it?)? Mine is one of the emails you returned, so thanks for that! I think we need a picture of this Ikea chalice, or atleast a link to the product info on the Ikea website.
Good luck in your new role, and it’s good to know you’re enjoying it already.
Congrats on the job! Now, I know I asked, but what is it again?
Jenn—I think the glow was a combination of poor metabolism and the lasagna. ;-)
Sanchala—Try Junkman’s Daughter in L5P or Traders in EAV.
Kevin—Will do.
Kinsi—How is that different than before? ;-)
Danielle—Found about it here, but it looks like it’s not listed anymore. Just come and check it out in my office.
Duane—All will be revealed in due time.
I don’t have the Buddy Jesus, but on my desk at work is my Buddha with a laptop squeaky toy I found a few years ago at Junkman’s Daughter. 8-)
Good for you. Especially on that whole “goals” thing. I wish I had “goals.”