Employment in My Future

A staffing agency saw my resume on Monster.com and called me up to come in for a couple tech writer positions they were looking to fill. This staffing agency works mainly with the federal government, and they oddly don't seem to have a problem with my citizenship status... which is excellent for me, as the government scale hourly pay for this postion is more than what I was making at ATS. Although I am very anxious to get back to work, I'm torn between making $$$ to pay the bills and having the summer off. It's only a 6 month contract, so maybe I'll have an extended new year!

So I went to this agency in DC today and I have to tell you I'm not cut out to wear little pointy heels. I was planning on wearing these shoes to LL's wedding next Sunday, but I may have to rethink this plan. They're not even that high! In the past, I've worn them with hose, so that may be the difference, although I don't think it matters at this juncture. My Fred Flintstone feet were made for clunky square-toed shoes, not dainty feminine heels. Luckily, when I got back to the Metro station where I had parked, I found some Birkenstock-type sandals in the Jackass (my vehicle) and have never been so happy to see a pair of sandals in my life!

The afternoon was spent at Diana's parents' house at a little pool party to celebrate the end of the school year for the various moms (and kids) we know. Afterwards, John and I had family dinner with my folks and we were joined by my brother and his family. I haven't seen them in a very long time. They were very happy to hear about the engagement. I assumed my mom would have told them, but I'll know next time a major event occurs, I'll call Jim & Ann directly (sorry guys!). After dinner, we headed out to the Corner Pub for a beer or two with Freddy and William... and of course, "Dinner B". As stuffed as we were, John and I couldn't resist eating some yummy pizza. For some reason, it was particularly tasty this evening!

A very busy day and I'm beat. There's a party for Edgar Pedgar's 50th at Robert's tomorrow and possibly meeting up with John's friend, Mark. So sleepy... zzzzzzzz