Hello?
Is anyone here?
No?
Sad.
So, if you haven't noticed I'm working again which means this place is neglected. I mean, normally if I am "working" that means more time for blogging but being a consultant means if I'm working, I'm billing hours which really means no blogging.
Plus, I wasn't hired because there is nothing to do. The exact freaking opposite, in fact. I feel like even if I work 12 hour days for the next month I still won't have a handle on this mess. In reality, though, everyone seems to be relieved to have me. My second day on the job I had the angriest people dropped right into my lap. So, of course, the people who can now do that are more than relieved, they are thrilled. I mean, who wouldn't be relieved to just push off crazy lunatic mad as hell people off on someone else? Man, I know if I were on the other end I'd be glad to have me too.
But, at the end of the day, and man have they been long, this job will allow me to stay home when it's over and that is worth it. And, seriously, angry people suck but when you are the one who solves all their problems and makes them happy it is actually very rewarding work. Not to mention the pay is freaking ridiculous for little more than admin work.
So, that's where I've been. The wolves have chewed me up, spit me out and I'm over here just licking my wounds. And, cleaning up this wreck of a house.
Because, did you know that my niece is leaving for Boarding school next week?
Of course you didn't.
Well, she is. And, I seriously couldn't be happier for her. So, when she got accepted I told her I wanted to throw her a party.
PAAAAAAAAAAAARRRRRRTAAAAAAAAY!
Because, I love to party. And, I love having people over despite having to clean my filth.
But, when I made the plans for her party I wasn't working.
Now, I'm working. The house is a mess. It's going to be 100 degrees today. We have no AC because, hello, this is SEATTLE. The pool is green with algae. The grass is overgrown. In summary, I have a lot to do but no energy to do it.
I guess, I can just tell my guests to ignore the underwear that is draping the coffee maker and that the junk mail actually acts a protectant for my counter top.
Now, excuse me while I go refill my coffee and worry some more about the state of my house whilst doing absolutely nothing about it.
After all, isn't it the thought that counts?
11 comments:
i'm here!
you'll make it. i admire your ability to juggle. and people are far more understanding of lived-in homes than we think. or, worst case, just shove things into rooms and close the door. then drape yourself casually across the doorway, ala Clue, to keep people moving in the right direction.
it's going to be okay. just remember what you're working for.
hugs!
OMG! I can totally relate. My part-time work is often more like full time and when I'm working on a project my house is what suffers! My daughter's friend was over today and when her parents came to pick her up I prayed we'd be able to meet them at the door and avoid the embarassment of having to invite them in! Luckily we were playing outside when they arrived. Crisis averted :)
So, needless to say, I feel your pain. As the previous post says, people can relate to the lived-in look. Well, at least normal people, that is. Pace yourself and know that the best you can do is the best (and all) you can do.
So, enjoy your coffee!!
I think most people that work are kind of in the same boat you are I know we are. Try not to sweat it too much and enjoy the party.
Hang in there. Blog ignoring and panties on the coffeepot over here, too. Such is the life of a working mommy.
You will survive, you always have. That's what you do and why we love you! Good luck!
Juggling is tough, but I'm sure you will make it work!
Sucks that all your stuff got sidetracked the way it did. You could play it off as just being eccentric? Give it a shot!
-Chris
Weather Moose
At least you have an excuse for your blogging slow down. The best I can come up for my absence has been marathon episodes of "The Hills."
Maybe you should have asked them if they missed the part on the invitation that said they had to clean your kitchen/bathroom/pool/etc. if want to eat??
Hey, your life is important. We are all here to read whenever you post. Do it when you can. I don't have a real job, so I spend way too much time posting and being broke. It kinda sucks but it is what it is right now.
Panties on the coffee maker. That would be a great look! lol
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