It's the final count down here at Multiplan; formally known as PHCS.
It has been a difficult last year for me here, even though I'm glad that I worked here over all. It's a good company to work for and there are a lot good people that I will miss. But lately, I've felt increasingly tired of the call center but not interested in branching out, and had the over all feeling of being trapped by my job. But along came Analog Devices a job full of possibilities and the same level of security, if I can make it thru the temp trial period. :)
I really like my new job. The days are long, but go by quickly. And my schedule is fantastic! I wasn't sure if the swing shift , going back between working the weekends to working weekdays, would be difficult or not but it's really the best of both worlds. And working longer days means more days off!! So I feel that I made the right move. And I will be down to only ONE job!! That is so fantastic, I can't even tell you. I almost feel guilty, I mean what right do I have working just one job? ;)

I'm sorry I haven't posted in awhile I've just been really busy. But a new day is dawning and the best thing is I will finally have time to make art!!

Hope to see you all at Elkseoke!!!!

Everything changed for Rosaleen when she met Big Base… 

She was working hard to make a name for herself and at only 15 people were already starting to take notice. It wasn't easy; she was still in school and would have dropped out if it wasn't for Granny. So, it was school weekdays, practicing her routine weeknights and working the clubs weekends. Being a great singer and dancer could only take her so far though… she needed music to back her up. 

Then a hot new DJ entered the scene called Big Base. Their was an immediate attraction but Rosaleen knew that she had to keep her self straight—like her Granny told her, or else she might not get her dream of fame. Besides, Big Base always had plenty of girlies to keep him entertained.

Together, they were a show: Big Base and Lady Supreme started to get booked more often and at some of the bigger clubs... the ones with lines outside, with bouncers who only let in the beautiful people.  But what she was really waiting for was the fairy godmother (or father) with diamond-studded sunglasses and a Mercedes Bends to have her sign on the dotted line and give her everything she ever wanted. She was tired of waiting for fame to arrive—after all she was almost 16! 

Just before she disappeared from the scene she and Big Base played Killer Kats, a big venue in London.  She knew that talent agents were always in attendance, searching for new talent. She knew that tonight they would notice her.

The show at Killer Kats was amazing. Rosaleen was invited to an after party where some names wanted to talk to her.  Big Base declined, having his own after party to attend to named Bridgett... and Monica.

The party was hot—she had never seen so many beautiful people in one room before.  This! This was where she belonged.  The food was incredible; to die for, and while she had never bothered with drinking before (warnings from Granny) what would be the harm of having one celebratory drink?

When she woke up she had no idea where she was. The room was very grand; it would have been great if the fear in her stomach didn't warn her that some thing was terribly wrong.  Her clothes were gone and replaced with a boy's page outfit from one of those costume thingies she has seen on the telly. The only belonging left of hers was a gold necklace with a heart charm on it that read, "you have my heart kid." A gift from Big B. At least that's what she remembers from her dreams.

Three years passed while she was trapped in that dream, in the world of fairy. And what's really frightening is how very little of her time there she remembers… Why was she taken?  How did she escape?

Now that she is back it seems she has little to come back to. Her Granny died while she was gone. And there is some girl who looks a hell of a lot like her living in her house using her name. Everybody is different towards her, and she can't find work… something about a break down. Most of her friends won't answer her calls and the ones who do seem to think they're talking to that other girl, the her that isn't her.  The tone of pity in their voices sickens her. And Big Base is nowhere to be found.  Homeless and alone it seems her bright future is gone and her escape a joke.

Another night of fitful dreams about a golden path blocked by thorny vines… she needs to get past but she has nothing to cut them down with but an old rusty spoon; and she has to hurry because something is chasing her!  But this time when she wakes she finds an envelope of money under her makeshift pillow with a note:

"My Little Lady S.,  

            You can find me in New York. ~BB" 

I know, it's surprising that such a meal wouldn't agree with me.

I want to tell you all about my new job but I'll have to do it later. After I'm done dieing.

Today I have an interview for Analog Devices, a micro electronics company. I was originally scheduled for an interview last week but ended up getting horribly lost. (went the wrong way on Mass ave. during rush hour)
But the man interviewing me was very understanding. :)
So, it's tonight, and I won't get lost (I'm not tempting the fates so nobody get excited up there) and I'll finally have my interview.  If I get hired I'd be working in a clean lab putting tiny little silicon wafers through multiple process like photo lithograph and etching etc. depending on what the engineer needs. Anyway, it reminds me of printmaking and the different process I learned in school. I'm told that after a few years I'll probably tire of it but there are other things I can learn to keep my interest. So, this could be a good job for me.

The down side is that I'm applying for a temp job although; I'm told that they hire many of the temps as full time employees. I should be making considerably more than I am now, enough were I could be working one job instead of two.

Another downside is that my schedule will be kind of wonky. I would be on a rotating schedule. Meaning I'd work 4, 10hr week day shifts and 3, 12 hour weekend shifts that would switch every 3 weeks. And I might have to work some nights. 

So, it's a lot to consider but I think it will be a good thing, if they hire me.

Not to take away from the KAI party but I wanted to invite people to the :

Kirkland Cafe Memorial Meltdown

I got a gmail invite for tonight. I should just ignore it right?

I remembered there was some talk of playing with out Steph but I think it was decided that was a bad idea.

I went into work late today so; I could renew my car registration and get it inspected. I’m glad that is done with I really didn’t want to spend Saturday trying to get it done.

Tonight I'm going to Dali in Somerville so, super excited!!

I'm having a clothing issue, I wanted to wear a skirt tonight and the one I have in mind, the fabric is very Spanish and it's very cute. BUT, we will be doing a lot of walking and the shoes I have are only so, comfortable. So, I guess I won't be able to wear it and that is sad.

Other alternatives are:

1. Buy new shoes
2. Wear the skirt and change to jeans and tennis shoes in car
3. Suck it up and wear something else

After writing this I've decided to just suck it up and wear something else. :)

But if you think I'm making a grave mistake you can let me know. ;)

So, my inspection is due for my car. But the back break lights are broken. It's an electrical issue, Bill has offered to help me fix them. But most likely I won't be able to get him everything he will need to do it right away. So, should I take it and have it fail inspection or wait until it's fixed?