Three Days

Thursday, October 23, 2008

So here I am at Newark Airport – ridiculously early, but on time for when they tell you to be here.  I decided to bring the laptop, since I have a stopover coming and going. I put it into my carry-on bag, as opposed to a separate laptop case. All I have in there is clothing for tomorrow. I pared down the cosmetics and such, since they do make a big deal out of gel-ing/spraying people to death.

So we will see if I get what I asked for. I certainly hope so, since they have lead me along this far and are springing for airfare, hotel, etc. I am staying at what looks like a very nice Hilton. All things being equal, I really do not like to travel, especially for business.

We have been winterizing the yard – Linda has been blowing leaves, putting planters/lawn furniture away, etc. I have pulled countless leaves from the pond and skimmer, as it has been windy for the past two days.

Friday, October 24, 2008

After a very long flight and arriving (hyper as can be) at my hotel around 10PM, I am back at the airport. My interviews started at 11, which gave me some relaxation time this morning. I took my time getting ready and went over to the hospital. The two interviews went very well and I had lunch with 4 members of the IT staff. I met with a manager and exec. The offer will be coming probably from the recruiter. So I still don’t know if they will offer me what I asked for.

I took a small ketchup bottle and two tiny jars of jelly from my breakfast tray, which were confiscated at the airport. I guess they felt it took too many face creams to me beautiful. All of my lotions and potions did not fill in the regulation plastic bag.

I indulged myself in a full room-service breakfast this morning, as I did not feel like getting dressed and potentially spilling something on my blouse (to know me is to know me). I enjoyed getting up without an alarm this morning, as I was really tired last night. That little bit of time was a blessing, as I arrived at the hospital relaxed and composed.

Saturday, October 25, 2008

I got home close to 10 PM last evening and experienced that joyful combination of hyper and exhausted. I ran around in circles for a bit and then got into bed and watched some TV.

This morning was off to a very low start and I had the laptop on the bed for a short while. I ended up sleeping most of the day, as I was more exhausted than I realized. Have a great weekend.