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Mon Apr-24-06 10:03 AM
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After I just got done bitching that no employers seemed to be interested in me I got a call from the human resources department of a car hauling company. Their drivers make 50-80 percent more than I currently make. The lady offered me a job. Woo Hoo! I start May 22. Thanks to all of you who wished me luck in this endeavor.
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Mon Apr-24-06 10:03 AM
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more $$$ is always nice! :toast: :party: :bounce:
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Mon Apr-24-06 10:06 AM
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In some ways it's also an easier job. The only hard part is load and unloading the cars. I will actually drive less miles and make more money. Lord knows I need it as well. It's been slim pickings around the Droopy household for quite some time.
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Mon Apr-24-06 10:04 AM
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2. Droopy, that is wonderful!!! |
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Congrats!!!
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Mon Apr-24-06 10:22 AM
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This is the best thing to happen to me in a long time.
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Mon Apr-24-06 10:06 AM
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3. Congratulations, Droopy!! What excellent news! |
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Mon Apr-24-06 10:22 AM
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You rock, too. I'll always remember my inspirational stories thread.
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Mon Apr-24-06 10:12 AM
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5. Droopy!!!!!!!!!!!! wow congratulations my friend! |
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I KNEW you could do it!
Now, .. lets talk about any extra vehicles they might load on that portable parking lot, .. ummm I could use a new car :)
well done!!!!!
:applause: :woohoo: :applause:
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Mon Apr-24-06 10:24 AM
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I was very nervous about possibly damaging a car. I asked the recruiter about that and they said that I will not be held responsible for any damages. She also said that if I damage too many cars that I will not be fired, but given a second chance with some retraining. That made me feel a whole lot better.
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Mon Apr-24-06 10:29 AM
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The phone just rang with another job offer. Not as good as the other one, though. I guess I just need to learn to be patient.
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Mon Apr-24-06 10:32 AM
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11. when it rains it pours eh? |
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I bet you're feeling awfully good today! enjoy!!
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Mon Apr-24-06 10:31 AM
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10. I am so happy for you, Droopy!! |
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Mon Apr-24-06 10:34 AM
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The new company appears to be flexible as well. I told them I need to see a doctor about 4 times a year for check ups. They didn't have a problem with that.
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Mon Apr-24-06 10:33 AM
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12. Excellent! Congrats!! |
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Mon Apr-24-06 10:35 AM
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Now I just have to tell my employer of the last 6 years goodbye. That's giving me some butterflies as well. I guess sometimes you have to take a chance, though.
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Mon Apr-24-06 10:37 AM
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Mon Apr-24-06 10:57 AM
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I told you they'd be crazy to let you get away!
Way to go, sweetie!
I'm extremely happy for you!
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Mon Apr-24-06 11:00 AM
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Now I've got butterflies about telling my old employer goodbye. My new employer was gracious enough to let me give plenty of notice and also to start my training after a doctor's appointment.
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Mon Apr-24-06 11:02 AM
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Congrats, Droopy! :toast:
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Mon Apr-24-06 11:04 AM
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Mon Apr-24-06 11:18 AM
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Mon Apr-24-06 11:24 AM
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How are you and Mr. Cathyclysmic doing?
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Mon Apr-24-06 12:18 PM
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Cinco de Mayo is our five year anniversary of the day we met, so that is coming up.
What is your route going to be?
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Mon Apr-24-06 01:28 PM
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With the occasional run to the midwest. It's irregular route so I won't have a set schedule.
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Mon Apr-24-06 11:21 AM
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I knew you'd get it! :yourock: :woohoo: :bounce: :party:
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Mon Apr-24-06 11:25 AM
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And you helped give me the guts to say yes. :toast:
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Mon Apr-24-06 11:22 AM
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Mon Apr-24-06 12:19 PM
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I am very happy for you! I hope your responsibilities don't shoot up 50-80% also.
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Mon Apr-24-06 01:23 PM
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Responsibility will be higher. I have to transport a load of cars without damaging them in any way and I am responsible for loading and unloading the cars. I think I can handle it. I asked them about their policy on damaged cars and the are lenient. They'll give you a second chance with some retraining if you have a bad streak.
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Mon Apr-24-06 12:47 PM
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I'd like my Ferrari in black, please :bounce:
PM me for directions
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Mon Apr-24-06 01:24 PM
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Will you settle for a BMW?
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Mon Apr-24-06 12:47 PM
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31. EXCELLENT! Congratulations! |
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Mon Apr-24-06 04:48 PM
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46. ain't it sweet when a sucky situation suddenly flipflops? |
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Mon Apr-24-06 12:50 PM
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32. Wonderful news, Droopy!!! Congratulations!!! |
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:toast: :bounce: :woohoo: :applause: :applause: :applause: :woohoo: :bounce: :toast:
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Mon Apr-24-06 01:25 PM
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This is the biggest break I've gotten in a long time. Now I just have to do a good job for them.
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Mon Apr-24-06 01:00 PM
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Mon Apr-24-06 01:26 PM
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I finally made it to the big leagues.
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Mon Apr-24-06 01:40 PM
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I'm glad for ya Droopy. Sounds like things are going well. :toast:
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Mon Apr-24-06 01:43 PM
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The offer could not have come at a better time. I need that extra dough right now in a big way.
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Mon Apr-24-06 04:50 PM
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I told you so, didn't I? Since this was a positive thing, I can do the "I told you so" thing.
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Mon Apr-24-06 05:07 PM
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48. Thanks! You just might have told me so. |
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Mon Apr-24-06 05:49 PM
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51. Congratulations, Droopy |
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Let me guess....hmm..... you wouldn't be driving an enclosed trailer attached to a white cabover now, would you?
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Mon Apr-24-06 05:56 PM
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The company that I will be driving for has day cabs of a different color.
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Mon Apr-24-06 06:01 PM
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53. See you down the road |
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Just getting ready to roll now, did up my log and going to the shipper.
Friend of mine is a car-hauler, wanted me to come on board but I like being an O/O too much. He makes some serious coin, though.
Catch you on the flip.
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Mon Apr-24-06 06:10 PM
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:toast: :bounce: :hi:
Best of luck with the new job!
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Mon Apr-24-06 06:12 PM
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I'm going to need that luck. :toast:
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Mon Apr-24-06 06:13 PM
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56. Hey, I don't know you, but I want to say CONGRATS! It's not easy to |
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get a good job in any field these days. Good for you! :toast:
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Mon Apr-24-06 06:15 PM
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It's been a long time coming. It will be the best job I've ever had if things work out alright. :toast:
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Mon Apr-24-06 06:13 PM
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57. Isn't it the greatest feeling in the world? |
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I escaped my living hell last august. Still have trouble believing that work can actually be enjoyable.
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Mon Apr-24-06 06:16 PM
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60. I hope that this job is enjoyable |
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It will be a new challenge that's for sure.
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Mon Apr-24-06 06:14 PM
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58. Excellent news! Congratulations! |
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Tue Apr-25-06 03:31 AM
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Not only a new job but a substantial pay hike! :yourock:
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Tue Apr-25-06 03:35 AM
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63. Hey, congratulations! |
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Congratulations! :hug:
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Tue Apr-25-06 04:31 AM
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66. Didn't I tell you it seems darkest before the dawn? |
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Well, no I didn't, but I'm sure someone said it to you once.
CONGRATS!
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Tue Apr-25-06 04:32 AM
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67. I read this thinking,"Wasn't he just bitching about not having a chance.." |
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:rofl: kidding. Way to Go!!!! I hope it is everything you hope it to be. :hi:
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Tue Apr-25-06 05:00 AM
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68. Excellent !! Congrats |
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Edited on Tue Apr-25-06 05:00 AM by SoCalDem
Same thing happened to my son a while back.. he filled out all kinds of applications, and out of the blue,(a YEAR later) a place called him, paid for his training and he's making twice what he made before with bennies:)..
He's a happy camper.. (Me too..since the National Bank of Mom was always his first phone call when he had money troubles)
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