1. Yesterday afternoon I had an impromptu "interview" at the Vicksburg School District Central Office. When RJ got home from work I was showered, dressed, primped, and ready to jet out the door. (We are still sharing a car). If you could have seen RJ's face when he walked through the door... you would have thought I switched bodies with Heidi Klum or something. His face lit up and he looked me up and down and said "wow" and "you look great" like 5 times. You guys. It's not like I spent 3 hours getting ready. I didn't look that great. I couldn't figure out why he was so enthralled with my appearance. But then I realized... this was the first time he had come home from work and found me completely dressed and showered, with hair and makeup done. The surprise practically gave him a heart attack, I tell you what.
2. RJ always says he thinks I'm prettiest right when I wake up (WTH?). But I think the above event may challenge that statement a bit....
3. Just in case you need it summed up, the moral of truth number 1 is this: ladies, if your man isn't doing a good job complimenting your appearance, here's what you do: have him come home from work to find you in a big t-shirt and no make-up for a month. Then one day, when he's least expecting it, switch it up. Shower, put on nice clothes, and do your hair and make-up. Works like a charm.
4. My "teaching interview" consisted of Dr. P shaking my hand, confirming that I was certified, and then saying "well, let's go get you on that list". She walked over to personnel with me and put my name on the sub list, and asked the secretary to email it out. Such a nice lady. And it was the easiest/fastest "interview" of my life.
5. I hadn't even gotten home yet and my phone already rang with the first sub request for today. Four more calls came last night, and two this morning. Here's the problem: I DON'T HAVE A CAR. I could give RJ a ride to work, but it's a 45 minute drive each way. So that is over 3 hours of driving, for a 60 dollar work day.... probably not worth it. So I had to say no.
6. For some reason, saying no to my first sub requests really depressed me. I was SO bummed. Really, really disappointed. RJ could tell how sad I was, and was really nice and supportive, even though I was kind of rude to him and told him it was all his fault. (I also may have mentioned something like- "this was probably your plan all along, to keep me an oppressed housewife".) But even though I was being semi-crazy, he was sweet and rubbed my back, and then convinced me to go for a run with him, and after that, I did feel better.
7. In addition to the six calls for sub requests, I have also received FOUR calls from different principals asking me to call them back so we could discuss a permanent position. I'm not sure what I am going to say, so I'm giving myself until noon to call them back. Apparently having a valid teaching certificate makes you a HOT ticket item in Vicksburg, Mississippi. In case anyone is looking...
8. I really thought it would take longer for me to get on the sub list and start getting calls. From turning in my application, to getting my first call, it was six days. Oops. I sort of have the worst timing ever because this week I have no car, next week we are on our honeymoon, and then I am in Seattle from October 15-23. Had I known it would be this fast, I would have waited. I hope people don't give up and stop calling.
9. My phone has rang more in the past 12 hours than it has the entire last month combined. I told RJ I need a "work phone". He rolled his eyes.
10. RJ is having trouble finding a car he likes. He drove an old Saab for the past three years, so this time he wants to get a nicer car, that he enjoys driving. The trouble is, he's really frugal and hates spending money. So it's a bad combination. He wants a BMW.... yet claims every single one he finds is "over-priced". I told him maybe it's just that BMWs are expensive, and he might find them all to be "over-priced". He replied that he won't be taking any car advice from me. RUDE. But the good news is, he starts his classes the Monday we get back from our honeymoon, and will be on the same schedule as one of his work buddies who lives in our apartment complex. So he can get a ride to work until he finds a car.... which means... come October 7, FITTY AND I ARE REUNITED!!!!
So that's my last 24 hours. It's funny, despite getting six calls for sub jobs, and four semi-job offers all before 8 am, I still find myself in my pajamas, blogging, and watching Married to Jonas at noon. Maybe it's my destiny to be a loser? :) Ok, I'm off to go call back those principals. Oh, and make my week 4 picks! Here's to another victory week... :) Hope everyone has a great day!
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