Posted 3:54 PM



So I have converted the layouts of both the blog and LJ from tables to CSS. The blog was relatively easy. One table, two columns -- piece o'cake to convert. The LJ, however, was a nightmare. For one thing, I didn't create the layout myself; I'm using one of the LJ defaults, slightly tweaked. And did it have tables! Tables within tables within tables... everything was tablelized. Finally managed to get it how I want it, though. And not only that, but I'm using two style sheets, so when you print the journal out, it won't bring the menu on the left. I rule. :)

Earthlink has a router down or something, so I'm actually on dial-up right now. Most annoying.

Otherwise... well, it's been a tough day. Can't stop crying. Still confused about the whole love thing. Plus frustrated over the lack of creativity. Debbie in her infinite wisdom has given me an assignment to write a short story about a character who's in love, thereby solving two problems with one stone. Or at least starting me on the right path to solving them. Guess I'd better get cracking.

talk about it

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Posted 10:31 AM



So, more about the potential job. Here's the description. Basically, Microsoft is looking to get more business from the education sector. So the Microsoft salespeople contact eductors and schools and ask if they're interested in Microsoft's products. If they say yes, then I go to the school and give a razzle-dazzle presentation on all the neat things that Microsoft products can do for you.

Now, there's several things that attract me to this job:

• FLEXIBLE HOURS! I set my own schedule.
  
• Allows me to show off my expertise on the Microsoft Office Suite.
  
• FLEXIBLE HOURS!!
  
• I will be dealing primarily with teachers and school officials, an area I have been thinking about entering myself.
  
• FLEXIBLE HOURS!!!
  
• Allows me to use my creativity, which I desperately need in a job.
  
• FLEXIBLE HOURS!!!!
  
• New sites and faces everyday, which will keep the job interesting. And I'm already planning on bringing my camera along so I can take photos of the neighborhoods I'm visiting.
  
• Oh, and did I mention FLEXIBLE HOURS!!!!!
  

So I really, really, REALLY want this job. Yesterday I called the recruiter back and left her a voicemail. I politely reminded her of who I was, asked if she had received my videotape, asked if the position was still open, and expressed my interest again. I think it went well. Only drawback is that I now feel glued to the phone in case she calls back.

I've been thinking a lot this week about jobs. It really is important to me that my work involves creativity of some kind. To my surprise I find myself thinking of using my creativity in the context of technology. I'm thinking about desktop publishing, web design, DVD authoring, computer aided instruction. I want to learn more about Adobe and Macromedia products. Heck, I even want to be certified in them! So I guess I'm not really done with the computer industry; I'm just done with the support aspect of it.

But really, my greatest desire right now is to be a consumer. Oh, to have money! To be able to buy anything I want! It's becoming such a fascination that I'm beginning to feel my life's goal is to spend money, which I'm not entirely comfortable with. But the truth is that most things I want to do cost money. Here's another list for you:

• Replace the vanity in my bathroom. I have a teeny tiny bathroom, which means almost no counter space, which means the bathroom always looks cluttered with my combs and hairspray and toothpaste scattered around the sink. My current vanity has one large door. I want a vanity with DRAWERS so I can shove some of the stuff in there. Cost: ~$200, more if I get a new countertop and sink as well.
  
• Upgrade the computer and buy new software so I can be more creative:
  
  
  
  • Memory: $30-$100
    
  • Windows XP: $300
    
  • Office XP Pro: $450
    
  • Adobe Photoshop: $600
    
  • Macromedia Flash MX: $500
    
  • Plus others to be determined at a later time
    
  
  
• A DVD player, so I don't have to watch movies on my computer anymore. ~$200
  
• A new microwave. Mine's on its last x-rays. ~$100
  
• A personal website to launch a freelance business. $100-$150 for domain registration and hosting fees.
  

And that's just a few things on my list. I'm frustrated that I can't just go out and buy some more memory whenever I want. That I have to be careful with my money. I want some freedom, dammit.

I need a job.

talk about it

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Posted 11:19 AM



Any minute now I'm going to pick up the phone and followup on that interview I had a few weeks ago.

Any minute now.

Damn, I'm nervous.

talk about it

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