So I have been working at my current job close to 7 years. In those 7 years, there have been some ups yet a lot of downs. Recently I received a letter where my application was approved and I have to go in for testing. As much as I love the idea of doing something else, I feel oddly weird about it.
Like I said I have been at the job for close to 7 years in which I have survived many things. The thing about that is that around here I am the go to person. I pretty much do mostly everything else while the 2 other employees have their specialized jobs. I have begun to think about what will happen when and if I leave. I have not mentioned anything to anyone because I didn't want to get my hopes up but what happens if I do get the call. I am stressing myself over nothing because I shouldn't have to. My boss put so much on me that he basically doesn't come in anymore because I can take care of it. It wasn't until recently that I had seen him for the first time in over 9 months. That alone should tell you something.
Although things are up in the air, I just can't help but wonder what will happen when I am gone. Will someone else come in and take my place? Will someone else get promoted to my job?...........
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Great Gatsby..... Yay or Nay
So I went to see the Great Gatsby this weekend. This was a movie that I was really excited to see, especially since they pushed the release date from Dec to May. What happened when I finally saw it? I don't know. I have yet to determine whether I like the movie or not. For those that have not seen the movie, this might contain some spoilers.
So one of the things that I had an issue with was the portrayal of Gatsby. In the book he is this charismatic character who is always in control.He is those types that is very likeable and you just want to be friends with him. In this version, you see another side of Gatsby. This paranoid delusional man who is some what pathetic in his attempt to reclaim a lost love with the ever so flighty Daisy.Daisy is also a bit flighty but somewhat melancholic in her everyday life. She is not this fun loving flighty girl, but more this somber girl who dwells too much on her misgivings. We see a brief interlude in the rekindling of their romance but not enough.
Although there were parts that were omitted, like Nick and Jordan's brief romance, it was different side of the Great Gatsby that we are used to, especially if you have seen the Robert Redford movie. I did love the glitz and glamaour that was so prevalent and helped emphasis what the 1920's were.
So one of the things that I had an issue with was the portrayal of Gatsby. In the book he is this charismatic character who is always in control.He is those types that is very likeable and you just want to be friends with him. In this version, you see another side of Gatsby. This paranoid delusional man who is some what pathetic in his attempt to reclaim a lost love with the ever so flighty Daisy.Daisy is also a bit flighty but somewhat melancholic in her everyday life. She is not this fun loving flighty girl, but more this somber girl who dwells too much on her misgivings. We see a brief interlude in the rekindling of their romance but not enough.
Although there were parts that were omitted, like Nick and Jordan's brief romance, it was different side of the Great Gatsby that we are used to, especially if you have seen the Robert Redford movie. I did love the glitz and glamaour that was so prevalent and helped emphasis what the 1920's were.
Did someone say Linkin Park?
SSMF just announced that Linkin Park will be the headlining band in this year's festival. I can't wait. For those of you that may not be familiar, Sunset Street music fest takes place on the Sunset strip where not only can you hear great bands playing on the outdoor stages but where your ticket gets you in to many of the venues along the strip. Usually these venues host a lot of smaller bands that you can go in and check out, especially when you need a reprieve from the sun. I can't wait to hear who else will be playing that day.
Tuesday, May 14, 2013
Bug Fair at NHM
So it is that time of the year when we get to meet and greet all the creepy crawlies. Yes that is what we call Bug Fair. This weekend The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles will be hosting their 27th annual bug fair duly titled The year of the bee. Come and explore what vendors have to offer all the while learning about what we, as citizen scientist can do to help. This is my 4th year attending bug fair as a volunteer and I love going back each and every year.
One of the benefits of going to Bug fair is that I get to try many things that I have not tried out before. They have a bug chef competition and at first I was hesitant because who really likes to eat bugs, but I was convinced to try it out and I have not regretted it since. Yes you might be thinking, eww that wont be me, but think about it this way where else can you try food made by some great chefs with a little added extras? By the time you are eating these wonderful creations, you will forget that it was made with either insects or arachnids. So come on by and you never know what you might discover.
Bug Fair is this weekend running from May 18-19 at regular museum hours. I would highly recommend to purchase your tickets online so you wont have to wait in line. Also the Butterfly pavilion is open and if you plan on going to that, purchase your tickets early because they will sell out. http://www.nhm.org/site/activities-programs/bug-fair
One of the benefits of going to Bug fair is that I get to try many things that I have not tried out before. They have a bug chef competition and at first I was hesitant because who really likes to eat bugs, but I was convinced to try it out and I have not regretted it since. Yes you might be thinking, eww that wont be me, but think about it this way where else can you try food made by some great chefs with a little added extras? By the time you are eating these wonderful creations, you will forget that it was made with either insects or arachnids. So come on by and you never know what you might discover.
Bug Fair is this weekend running from May 18-19 at regular museum hours. I would highly recommend to purchase your tickets online so you wont have to wait in line. Also the Butterfly pavilion is open and if you plan on going to that, purchase your tickets early because they will sell out. http://www.nhm.org/site/activities-programs/bug-fair
Taste of Hawthorne
So we have all heard of Taste of LA. An enormous event that happens all over the city with many restaurants offering special priced meals. Well the great thing about the Taste of Hawthorne is that it is in a small community in which you can go and explore what restaurants in the South Bay have to offer without driving around. Oh and what is the best part? They are having the band Ozomatli play while you eat. This looks like a fun event and on top of that they will have lots of food demonstrations and a kids corner. If you have time on Sunday May 19, 2013, you should stop by and see what the fun is all about. The event runs from 10-6 and it includes free parking. For more information, I have attached the link to the event. http://www.tasteofhawthorne.com/
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