It’s the first of July and my first day in my new position in HR. I had a great day today! It was very different getting off at the third floor with my ride, instead of riding up to the 6th floor. As soon as I got to my desk I put my purse down and went up to the 6th floor to pick up my stuff.
It’s amazing how much stuff you accumulate, even when you’re a temp! I had my box of tissues (I ALWAYS need my tissues), my notepad, my extra pair of black kitten-heel mules (they’re almost like slippers!), my Betty Boop mug and Betty Boop mouse pad (which says “Peppy’s Pad”), my cereal, and my stash of plastic forks, spoons, knives and paper plates and bowls.
I was back at my new desk when I saw one of the girls from the group upstairs come into HR. She was carrying a vase with gorgeous flowers – and they were for ME! I couldn’t believe it. I almost started to cry. She said she wanted to thank me for being such a breath of fresh air and wanted to wish me good luck in the new job. She is one of my decoupage students and she’s a beautiful, lovely girl and it meant the world to me. All the girls in HR were standing there and heard her saying how much they were going to miss me upstairs, and I think they were a little shocked. After all, I’m just a temp!
Once I got settled at my new desk I then had to deal with Support getting my computer up and running. Since the temp who previously sat at this desk moved to Trading today, and the woman who worked in Trading moved to HR today, Support had their hands full with us this morning! I finally got everything set up and had access to everything I needed in order to get my work done.
At 11:35am I went upstairs to the 6th floor to meet with the group that was going out to lunch. We were taking out the new intern to welcome him to the group (even though he’s been working for 2 weeks already). We went to POSEIDON ON THE BEACH, a beautiful restaurant in Del Mar that is absolutely RIGHT on the beach. We sat on a large balcony under an awning and watched the waves roll in, people playing volley ball, swimming, playing with boogie boards, and sunning on the sand. It was a glorious San Diego day with a strong sun and a cool breeze. Perfection!
Everyone said the fish tacos were the best in San Diego, so most of us got that as an entrée, but we started with Ceviche (seasonal fish and bay shrimp marinated with lemon and lime juices, cilantro, onions and tomato), and fried calamari, because the intern had never had it before. He’s a young kid from Chicago and he’s adorable. He was “interrogated” all during lunch about Chicago, where he’s been and what he’s done since he got here, and how he likes it so far.
The fish tacos featured beer and tempura battered fish lightly fried to a golden brown, served in corn tortillas with napa cabbage, cheese, guacamole, sour cream, salsa fresca, and chipotle aioli, served with lime wedges and fries. I ate both tacos, but left the fries. There was just too much food!
We had a great time, talking, laughing and enjoying the views and the weather. We were not happy to go back to work, but off we went. When I got back to work I started shredding. HR produces a lot of highly confidential documents and, although the firm has a shredding service, the HR department has their own shredder and likes to shred certain things themselves, just to be sure. I spent over 2 hours shredding and filled up four big plastic bags. I was actually sweating, because I was working hard and it was a little hot by the machine!
In between, I would work on the computer, printing out any email resumes and distributing them. I got a LOT done, emptying two boxes of shredding! They really appreciated it and it passed the time quickly. I love keeping busy! I also did a couple of other small projects, including putting together packets of information that are given to interviewees when they come into the office.
When I got home, Eric was out riding, so I relaxed and played with Conrad. He’s such a sweet boy. He’s so pretty, too. His coloring is spectacular. I gave him more veggies, but of course he hasn’t touched them.
When Eric got home we had ravioli and salad (both leftover from last night). It was fast and easy! Tonight is Part I of the finale on HELL’S KITCHEN and we couldn’t wait! It’s been a really entertaining season and we are anxious to see who is going to be running Gordon’s newest restaurant in Los Angeles. It's Christina vs. Petrozza and I think Christina's going to win.
I spoke to my niece, Melissa two times today and I’m happy to report that she’s okay. She just hasn’t felt well for about a month and they’re still trying to figure out exactly what’s wrong with her, but she is home, going to work, and hanging in there. We hope you feel MUCH better REAL soon, Melissa!