Discouragement

Another round of awesome interviews, and what I thought were good follow-ups, once again lead to nothing. Is this the point at which I start to give up on ever finding a decent company to work for in Columbus? I'm growing more and more tired of not moving because I cannot find a job I want. Is this the point that I just up and move down w/out already having a job lined up? It could be.. the end of April is looking good for that.

It just get's me so down, and I'm someone who you can rarely say you've seen me in a "down" mood or feeling sad about something. I have a great work record. I have a degree in the industry in which I'm seeking employment and 6 months experience in the industry. And all I want is a simple FRONT DESK position?! And I can't get that??? It completely amazes me. Looks like it's either fast food or back to college to waste more money. What a life.

It's the end of all our them-there freedoms! Healthcare talk (UPDATED)

So I love listening/reading/seeing all the conservatives get bent out of shape over the healthcare signing today. I can't tell you how many opinions and hateful comments I've heard. At some point it becomes about evolving as a people, as a country. When you look in the mirror (the nation's medical facilities), see yourself (the US) and can acknowledge bad, irresponsible habits you've had (health system) which ultimately negatively affect others around you (32 million uninsured Americans) as you've gotten older (the system), then you can't deny that it's time for a change. Unless, of course, you are a stubborn old richie who doesn't need to care. Or a narrow-minded, mislead young adult who grows up and automatically adopts the political positions of his/her family so it is all they know. Or backwoods redneck hicks who base their political views on their right to own sniper rifles and play with M-16's. But I'm sick of the negativity. Yeah sure the doctors, med students, and insurers are going to be upset, you're losing money and ultimately spending more of your own money to get to where you are.. tough shit. What, it's supposed to be an easy ride if you're of a certain breed? Go to hell :) This legislation will do so much good as opposed to the setbacks, of which will be ironed out over the next 6-10 years. Now we have 14 states trying to sue to block the health bill from becoming a law.

"The Constitution nowhere authorizes the United States to mandate, either directly or under threat of penalty, that all citizens and legal residents have qualifying health care coverage," the lawsuit states.

Well holy junk. I guess forcing car-insurance down the throats of American's was unconstitutional, when have you seen conservatives going after that? You haven't, because it's the way life has been and is the way as we know it. We don't know it any other way. So say you're uninsured, you are playing a sport or even driving your insured vehicle.. and you are involved in an incident which you are terribly injured. Uh oh, now you're going to have possibly hundreds of thousands of dollars in medical bills. But hey, your CAR will be covered! So you're going to complain, and sue to prevent, about being required to pay for a service which could potentially save you millions in the event of a tragedy. Real smart conservative America. Brilliant in fact. You're so smart. Instead of letting big, bad government control everything, why don't we just hand the reigns over to you. I've been quiet on this long enough, but cannot stand the delusional, fear-induced and money-powered conservative BS that continues to hold this country back. We as a country can't just sit and be content with the shit that is our health system, we need to better ourselves, that's what growing up is all about. This morning we became a better nation.

3/24/10, 7:00pm- Wow, looks like all that banter from conservative America that "no one even wants this bill" and "this administration is not listening to a single American citizen" has now finally been confirmed to be extremely off-base.

In the new USA TODAY survey and one taken a month ago, the biggest shift toward support of the bill was among low-income Americans, minorities and those under 40. That has created a yawning age divide: A solid majority of seniors oppose the bill; a solid majority of those younger than 40 favor it.

The bold emphasis is my own. I love it. I will thoroughly enjoy reading the cries and complaints via facebook over the next few weeks and months. Your intelligent comments or ridiculous off-base accusations are equally welcome here.

Bday happenings

Chocolate chip pancakes. Yayyy. Thanks Cody.

Dinner was fun, we should have gone slightly later though, as the band had not started until we were about ready to leave. Later on, since we didn't feel like seeing the world reknown performing artist "Haystack" do a show at Sloopy's for a $25 cover (wtf of the day), we ended up back at the apartment and fired up the blacklights for what turned out being a great evening and ultimately a great four day weekend.

Interviewing, fitness, and friends

Between 1st, 2nd, and 3rd interviews, I'd say over the last two weeks I have had over 11 meetings w/ supervisors, managers, and HR direcs. It's great to be able to interview with quality, respected companies. For me to depart the Inn right now wouldn't be ideal for my co-workers though, so one way or another I have a very hard decision, or a very rough end, if I actually do earn the chance to work for another company.

Joining Life Time fitness was one of the best investments I've made lately! Normally I visit the Dublin location; feels good to get back to working out. This Saturday I'll be doing some climbing courses.. I'll be ready for Bridge Day in no time ;) haha def a joke right there

This week/wknd has been/will be crazy fun. I think St. Patrick's day has turned Claddagh's into a new fav, even if our Crew fell 3-2 in Mexico. Next up: bday wknd! Dinner at Cheeseburger in Paradise on Saturday, then out for some karaoke (if my voice comes back) and maybe a bar or two before music, games, and fun back at the apt. My delivery (pasta/breadsticks) has arrived, ciao

HSH 2010 Kick-off Event - Saturday, March 6

HSH will be starting off 2010 right, by getting everyone free t-shirts and more importantly, sampling some microbrew. From Blake:

Come join HSH for the kick off event of the 2010 Crew Season!

We will unveil the new t-shirt design for HSH and let everyone in attendance know what our plans our for the year.

We'll be taking a tour of Elevator Brewing Company and trying out some of their beers.

FREE LIMITED EDITION T-SHIRTS to all confirmed guests prior to event.

New Memberships for the 2010 Season will be available at the Brewery and afterwards at Rubys during the after party!

Should be some good fun. All current Crew injuries aside, looks to be a promising 2010 campaign.