One door closed, is another door opened....

As many of you know, I quit my job. I have worked at the casino for exactly four years to the day I left. I made a place for myself there....I worked very hard at proving my ability and it went a long way. I worked my way very far up on the food chain, and I was comfortable with that. Although there were some set backs, the main one being that I felt that my co-workers and managers took advantage of my hard work and knew that they could give me any task and I would complete it without complaint....also meaning I did a lot more work then I was paid for or recognized for.

In December I was offered a position at a slot machine manufacturer's. It would be much like the job I already had, but more pay and a lot more room for advancement and opportunity. But, along with this new job, I would have to start at the bottom of the food chain again and prove myself all over again.

After a long and well thought out decision, I decided to take this new job. Friday was my last day at the casino and it was very bitter sweet. I am going to miss most of my coworkers very much, but I am excited to meet the new ones.

Yesterday, was the first day on the job, and what a crazy one it was. I walked in and was introduced to many people in the office, and then basically left to figure things out on my own. The guy who hired me had meetings all day, so he left someone else in charge....little did I know this guy was my new boss. So, I sat around all day and filled out paperwork and did my best to keep busy and not scream at the top of my lungs "WILL SOMEONE COME TELL ME WHAT I'M SUPPOSE TO BE DOING!". I was so lost, I HATE not having direction because I like to be productive.

Well, then I was taken out to lunch, thanks guys, and we had a nice chat. After lunch I was much more at ease. I found out that I had made the right decision to take this job. They are very laid back and feel that as long as I accomplish my tasks, they don't really care how or when I get them done. So, they send me home for the rest of the day....and today....and tomorrow. They told me it would be pointless to drive an hour to an office to sit at a desk and complete paperwork I could be doing at home in my PJs. SWEET! And I still get paid a full 8 hours. =]

So far, so good. I think this new job is going to hold a bright future for me. I already see many opportunities to grow personally and within the company. I will keep everyone updated, but for now....I'm off to complete that stack of paperwork.

oohh...but real quick. Here is a bunch of flowers I was given on my last day. Aren't they pretty?