Christina

Hey all,

Most of you know that I am desparately looking for a new postion. I have been sending my resume and applying everywhere online, offline, etc. At first I was kind of scared to start doing this. I've been here for so long and really was dreading going on an interview. However, I realize now that when I do interview they will be looking at me, not wondering how much I weigh. I think I have a much better chance to get a great new job going, working somewhere that I am respected and appreciated. Not like where I work now, where they just "expect" me to do things like work overtime without pay or go to meetings late at night when I have to work the next morning, or whatever. They don't have benefits available to me because they didn't have enough people to sign up for the benefits so they had to get quotes on private insurance and I was denied due to my gastric bypass history.. whatever!!! Anyway I got a call this morning from Scripps Chula Vista (I know it's a commute but it pays about the same as here and it is benefited) anyway they were excited about my resume and application and I feel very positive about this. The position is for a unit secretary in the ICU. Even if I don't get this job, I am glad I at least got a call so quickly. I do have to go buy a suit though now that I'll be interviewing somewhere anyway. Wow I'm moving on.. getting on with my life.. freeing myself from the doormat that I have been to my boss for so many years. The sad thing is that I really like my boss, it's not that, it's the fact that I now have this reality that I am a person not just a doormat. My boss just uses me and doesn't appreciate me even though they tell me how much they love me and couldn't run the business without me.. well if that were the case, I would think they would find a way to get me insurance coverage right?? Oh well, I am venting sorry.. just would love to get some well wishes for my job search. Love you guys.. thanks for letting me vent.

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Christina
Open RNY 03/31/2004
274/128/137 (131 Per Dr. C)
BMI: 47 / 22

"There's nothing noble in being superior to your fellow men. True nobility is being superior to your former self." - Ernest Miller Hemingway

"Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal." - Henry Ford

pambragg

Christina,
You will find something soon, you have a lot of skills to offer. As far as your current boss, talk is cheap.....show you the money! I wish you luck and am sure you will find something soon.

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Pam
Open 7/7/04 Dr Callery
333/130/150.........20 lbs below goal now!!
Start/current/goal
TT done 7/19/06
BMI pre-op 57.2
BMI now 21.6....OMG...I'm freaking "normal"

"You are the only one who can make the difference. Whatever your dream is, go for it."

Christina

Pam,

Thanks for the words of encouragement. WOW 67 lb weight loss.. you go girlfriend!!! I am so happy for you!!!!

My boss compensates me ok but not as much as he should... of course lately I've been slacking off too.. because I am so sick of this crap.. ya know?? Anyway thanks so much..

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Christina
Open RNY 03/31/2004
274/128/137 (131 Per Dr. C)
BMI: 47 / 22

"There's nothing noble in being superior to your fellow men. True nobility is being superior to your former self." - Ernest Miller Hemingway

"Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal." - Henry Ford

watergirl

Don't you worry your pretty little face over this job search. You will knock anyone dead in a job interview. With your renewed sense of self, self confidence, skills and abilities, you'll rise above all others. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you! The right job will come along, when it's time.

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Kim
On the road of life, it's not where you go, gut who's by your side that makes the difference.

Wherever you go....there you are.

Wrinkles only go where the smiles have been. - Jimmy Buffett

Lap RNY 8.9.04
266/130
Start BMI 41.6
Current BMI 19.9 I'm finally NORMAL! No longer Morbidly Obese, Obese or Overweight!

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Christina

Thanks Kim,

Your thoughts and prayers are very much appreciated. I am apprehensive to say the least, but I know that something wonderful is going to come my way.. I hope so anyway.. It looks as if my boss realizes I'm leaving I am training my replacement starting Thursday.. argh.. now the anxiety is setting in.. I haven't given a formal "two weeks notice" and I am wondering if he is possibly planning on doing the "letting go" for me.. hmmm scary but exciting none the less..

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Christina
Open RNY 03/31/2004
274/128/137 (131 Per Dr. C)
BMI: 47 / 22

"There's nothing noble in being superior to your fellow men. True nobility is being superior to your former self." - Ernest Miller Hemingway

"Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal." - Henry Ford

Freese

Hey Christina what do you do? Or more to the point what would you like to do?

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Adam Freese
open RNY 7-6-04 Dr Callery.
355/220/200

Christina

Adam,

I have a lot of skills. I mainly have a medical background and am currently going to school for my RN license, but do have a lot of medical experience. I prefer that type of work but am open to anything that gives benefits.

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Christina
Open RNY 03/31/2004
274/128/137 (131 Per Dr. C)
BMI: 47 / 22

"There's nothing noble in being superior to your fellow men. True nobility is being superior to your former self." - Ernest Miller Hemingway

"Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal." - Henry Ford

bridgetgirl

My mom was a unit secretary for Kaiser. She is still really close to her old boss. I will put a call in and see if thay have anything available... it's always good when you have a hookup from the inside..... would you like me to look into it? Is Kaiser okay with you?

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J.Bridget Fisher aka koi-pea
2/9/04 lap 5'11"
298/170-trying to lose another 10

www.myspace.com/caliclovercutie
What Sawyer would call me on LOST: ladybug

"People will argue with you that getting what you want in life isn’t something you can learn, if you’re destined to be one of the worlds winners as opposed to one of its perpetual whiners, its because you have been born with the right talents and temperament and have a big dose of self-esteem, ambition, and good judgment." Kate White

Christina

Bridget,

That would be great thanks so much girlfriend.. you're the best..

Love ya

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Christina
Open RNY 03/31/2004
274/128/137 (131 Per Dr. C)
BMI: 47 / 22

"There's nothing noble in being superior to your fellow men. True nobility is being superior to your former self." - Ernest Miller Hemingway

"Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal." - Henry Ford

bridgetgirl

Excuse me while I hijack your thread.... YOUR IN THE 170's!!!!!!! I am sooooooooo jealous! Friggin' amazing girlfriend!

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J.Bridget Fisher aka koi-pea
2/9/04 lap 5'11"
298/170-trying to lose another 10

www.myspace.com/caliclovercutie
What Sawyer would call me on LOST: ladybug

"People will argue with you that getting what you want in life isn’t something you can learn, if you’re destined to be one of the worlds winners as opposed to one of its perpetual whiners, its because you have been born with the right talents and temperament and have a big dose of self-esteem, ambition, and good judgment." Kate White