Can I get a woot woot?

I got a job!!

Woo hoo!! It's in Mesa, so about 20-30 minutes away. I'm so excited!

This week turned out to be the interview extravaganza week. Tuesday, I interviewed with a Diagnostic Imaging company. It went well, she asked me to come back for a 2nd interview before we finished the first. A good sign, right? Well, unfortunately for me, the morning of the 2nd interview, she called to tell me they've already filled the position. Really? Geesh. Didn't even give me a chance. I was pretty bummed. The job was literally minutes from Mr. S's job, and we'd be able to carpool easily. But... it wasn't meant to be.

Wednesday, I had an interview at another company. I went into it being a little unsure of the company, but figured I'd go check it out. The reason I was a little unsure is that I had been contacted by them prior to my move for an opening. They didn't want to wait for me to get to town, so they said to call when I got to town. I did, and she said that they filled that position, another position had come up, which they were in the final interviewing process for it, but she'd keep my resume on file if something else came up. So Tuesday I got a call from them that they had another opening, and asked me to come in for an interview. Are you counting along with me? That's 3 positions in one month's time. Not the best sign. But, I kept an open mind, and went in for the interview. Sure enough, the company is in a time of great transition. Things are highly stessful, and constantly changing. People are frustrated, blah blah blah. I'm all for a challenge, but I don't think I need that type of situation.

While I was at that interview, I got a call from the staffing agency saying the company wanted me to come in and interview. So I did that afternoon. It went pretty well, I really liked the two women who were interviewing me. Seemed like an environment I would like. The downfall? They wanted to start the new person on Monday. I'm out of town next week for a family reunion. I hoped that wouldn't count against me, but honestly... I just didn't know timing-wise if it'd work out for them.

Lucky for me, they're willing to wait, and I got the job! woo hoo!! I'm really excited to start working. I'm ready to once again become a 2 income household, and to start meeting people. Not to mention being able to get out and do things since we're not in the poor house! Yay for being gainfully employed! :)

And it goes on

Ugh. So, I never did hear back from that first company I interviewed with. Nice, huh? Especially since she specifically said she would let me know either way. Whatevs. Obviously not the right place for me. Since that interview, I've met with two different recruiters, and I have another interview scheduled for tomorrow. I'm hoping that something will come of all this! The recruiter I met with last week submitted me for two different positions at the same company. I'm crossing all crossables that I get one of those. The company sounds really good. They've been around for a long time (which in these times is a good thing), and they have good benefits. I'd be employed by the staffing company for the first 3-6 months, and then I would be employed by the company I'd be working at after that. The staffing company offers medical benefits after just 30 days. We definitely need insurance! As of right now, we're without. I know... It's irresponsible, but when we can't pay a good deal of our bills at the moment, paying an additional $300 a month for health insurance isn't exactly feasible. I have also applied at hubby's company for a customer service position. Not quite what I'm wanting to do, but... it's a pay check. At this point, I'm ready to apply at Wal*Mart.

So, that's an update on the job sitch. Nothing much going on other than that. We had a totally low-key weekend, as the hubby was sick. Our 4th of July celebration consisted of dinner at Sweet Tomatoes, a trip to Wal*Mart, and watching the NY fireworks on tv. I know, I know, you're all uber jealous, huh? Oh well, in all honesty, it's too darn hot to do much here during the day.

I have been trying to get some pool time in during the day, though. I go out for about an hour, around 11-12. The family reunion is next week, so I figured I should try to get some color. I do live in Phoenix after all!

Wish me luck in the job search! I really, really need it!