Pandora's Casket

Have you ever noticed as soon as you give someone a two bit title they turn into a tyrant? Even if the title is nothing more than an Assistant it goes to their heads and quickly. Now I have been working for a company as an Independent Contractor for a few months. I though it was pretty cool when I was promoted to a QA. Very cool indeed. More money is what attracted me. Since sales are off a bit the money does come in handy for those pesky every day things.

Anyway, after a couple of months another promotion comes up. Well, at first I was so excited. The way it was first presented the money was looking darn good. The title? Not so much. Who cares about being called something fancy when you are making the bank. WHOA! Stop right there partner. Come to find out you really do not make the bank. In fact I would have been making a few hundred dollars less. You read that right! OK, no rocket science here I will stay where I am thank you much. The ones that took the promotion are those that did not wish to work for the bigger bank, didn't have extra time and of course wanted the title. With the title comes power. Oh ok, no it really doesn't.

The QA's that took the prom most did deserve it and are the same nice people as they were before. But those others. **shaking head** are even more ridiculous than they were before. I mean come on you are not God you are an 'assistant' only. Power hungry wads is what they are. They may have the power but you know what? We still have the bank.

Speaking of bank that reminds me that I have to call about a couple of things over at Outer Banks rentals for a spur of the moment family gig we are planning.

Have you ever seen the commercials for cash for gold? Oh, I know that you have. And I am sure that you laugh the same as I have many times over. But one day I was sorting through my things thinking you know I think I will check into this and see how it works.

It is actually as easy to do as they say it is. Going to the web or you can call and an envelope to be returned will be sent with very easy to follow instructions. You can not ask for anything easier that is for sure.


The entire process is a lot quicker than I had thought. Was I worried? Well, yes I was. I have to admit that. But you have to try things right?

In the end the entire process took a little over a week or so to finalize and I was happy with the results. Did I get a fair price? I think I did but then again the item had little to no significance to me so a dime would have been fair

So look through those drawers and see what you do not wear. A bird in the hand as they say!

One thing that is ever pressing here around this time of year and that is the returning of someone to school. Usually it is just to elementary, middle school or high school but this year the thoughts are of colleges.

Since my oldest son just graduated from high school we have been mulling over the various schools that are close by and even the distance learning colleges. One such University that we have been seriously looking into is The University of Scranton. One reason is that they are fully accredited and there is a full spectrum of courses to choose from.

Now, Trev wants to remain working but planning on school as well. So, we sat down to look at the distance schools comparing each. At the University of Scranton he liked the fact that most of the courses could be completed in a two year time period. Giving him the freedom to work and study at the same time.

The University of Scranton seems to be the best online MBA there is today.

And for those that are not sure of costs there is financial aide available as well.

Last Wednesday we spent over 2 hours for the karate promotion for Nicky and Jamie. It was well worth it! Seeing how far the guys have come in all these months is always a thrill.

Nicky always has the most serious face which is so very different than his usual laughing and smiling persona. It is nearly like looking at two different children. Jamie did well also Very proud of the both of them as the promotions are killer to go through.

By the time that they are through I know I feel as though I should have been looking into Medicare supplement insurance as it goes on and on and on!

The next belt will be harder of course which is the blue. But that will not be for awhile down the road. About the time my rear recovers!

I did not know that Hitler and Michael Jackson were that close. This youtube video was sent to me by BB and I thought that it was so funny that I had to embed and share it.

Sometimes people just need to take a break away from the path that they are walking upon to take a look at where they are going and where they are at the particular moment. It is not like while you are on this break your deities will turn their backs on you. Sometimes it is they that are pushing you for the break.

There are times when each of us has entered the dark night of the soul, not knowing where or for some who they truly are. Loosing faith, wondering if in fact treading the path once happily on now is the right one. Feeling that overwhelm and captivate us to a point of anger, loathing, and other very dark, deep emotions. Most often these are the times that other events are cropping up as well. Maybe a loss of job, friend or illness has occurred leading those to wonder where the deity is as they are not listening and helping. Thinking if they are not listening and helping why bother? With the anger already being felt more anger is layered.

What each individual does during these times is usually a lot of soul searching. Yes, there are rituals that may be done to help with this but the one that is common is not something that everyone that is going through this should do as it might make things worse for their mental health. Those that are mentally strong enough and ready for should do this working as it is intense and well worth it.

With the economic slump that we are in I have discussed this with many of my students as there seems to be a larger amount of those having doubts due to asking if the deity were there wouldn't they help? Telling those what they do not wish to hear, they are helping you by not helping. Your destiny is yours not theirs. It is you and you alone that must make the personal decision to get up and strive for personal best even during trying times. They are there even during the dark soul travels hoping beyond hope that the path you take leads back into their warm embrace.

So, while at first you might feel uncomfortable at taking your break, relax and enjoy being a mundane for awhile. Do the things that you need to do. Maybe learn something new or start a new hobby such as to learn to play piano. Who knows being a mundane might just be who you really are!

Rene and I were talking the other day about where we would want to go if we were to take a quickie vacation. My ideal vacation right now would be to go to Southern Cali. I would love to go lay on the beach in Malibu or even Ventura. Love those two places. Of course Rene being the scandalous guy he is stated that he would like to take one of the Vegas vacations that he has been looking into.

Those that know and love our master of evil know why he would go there. Girls! Girls! Girls! And well maybe some food on the side!

Just to be laying on the beach sounds so relaxing and peaceful right about now. I guess right now I will settle for a mental holiday instead.

Next week is one of those weeks where we have two birthdays within a day of each other. Jamie and BB's birthdays are so close that we usually just pool them together and have one event.

This year, as was last, I am making the cake. Of course my lovely daughter has put in a request for a 'fancy cake' like I used to make. What is she thinking? Making matters worse I actually agreed. I must have been dazed and confused by her request. haha But I will do it. What it will be I have no idea yet. A mess comes to mind.

It would be so easy to just buy her heart pendant jewelry and call it a day. Maybe save that for Shay. haha

Jamie and BB are planning on going to see HP which they have been planning for months. I guess on the day they go I will work on the cake. Can not wait.