New job!

So, in the end of February I got a new job! I am actually excited about this one. I am the new website/publication designer, information specialist, and editor for the Utah Association of Conservation Districts. Check it out here: http://www.uacd.org/.

It's right in my realm of interest. I get to work with farmers and conservationists (which are not the same as environmentalists, FYI). I think it will be a great job for me, and it will be great to have a state job on my resume.

More details to come as things happen.

UPDATE 5/24: So, I had been a little reluctant to even apply for a new job. Changes stress me out completely. But, I felt this was one that I needed to apply for once I saw it on the job board. Turns out this was a good thing. A very good thing. Morrell Agro Industries downsized early this year, and my job there was the latest victim. I think that I was being watched out for, because I need my jobs, even if they are only part time, to get by.

And Then There Were Two

I got the job! Woowho! I must admit that I am slightly nervous, but that's what happens whenever I have to deal with a new change. It should be a really good thing, though. I am supposed to work for about 20 hours a week, mostly from home. I will be interviewing people and researching places and projects. It will be my job to create a blog and write about everything that is going on. So, now I have two jobs. I should be good to go, for at least a little while. :-)

I found out that I had the job last Friday I think, so I celebrated on Monday but going up to Beaver again. It was a fabulous day! No lines, the sun was shining, two new feet of snow, lots of powder....great day, even if I was up there alone. I managed to even land my first rail - it was sweet. We'll ignore the fact that it was a really small one, lol. ;-) I worked on jumps and tree runs, too. I literally boarded until my legs burned and gave out. :-) I've decided that I need to come down to Salt Lake sometime and go to a bigger resort. So, if anyone wants to go, you should let me know.

I'll eventually get someone to come boarding with me, so I can get some pictures.

The rest of my week was relatively unexciting...I cleaned, worked my campus job, played around. Did I mention I'm on a old movie kick? I think I watched three Audrey Hepburn movies this week, as well as "Some Like it Hot" with Marilyn Monroe, and it was hilarious! Plus, a magician came to FHE last, which totally brought back memories of Landon and I putting on magic shows. We had lots of fun back then. :-)

So there is a plus side to not having a full-time job....

.... you can play a lot more. :)

I don't really have any pictures from my adventures as of late, but it's been fun. I'll work on taking more pictures.

First, I finally got around to seeing Avatar this week. I had seen the trailer a long time ago, and I was excited about it.... fantasy and sci-fi movies tend to be my favorites... but I couldn't get anyone to come with me. Heather finally came with me this week, and I LOVED it. Admitting this may make me even more of a nerd, but that's okay. :) The 3-D was great, as well.

And then there's always dancing on Wednesday nights. I'm part of the country swing club at USU, and I must admit that it is some of the most fun I've had in Logan. I didn't think it would be at first, but I was proved wrong.

It also finally snowed this week!! yay! Over two new feet of snow in the mountains so I finally got to go snowboarding! It was so much fun to play in the powder with my friends. I'm a little bruised, but it was so worth it. I remember now how much I missed snowboarding.

On a side note, I had an interview this week. It's a historian position in town, so if I got the job I would be writing about the company's projects, updating the website, and things like that. It's actually the third one I've had with this company so wish me luck!

Now, I realize that blog posts need pictures, so here are some from my trip home a few weeks ago. :)

When Life Throws You Changes

Okay, so here's the deal... I've had this blog set up for literally years. I was just trying to avoid using it as long as possible, but then I graduated and got bored. So, I thought that using a blog would help me fill up some time, and it will at least help me keep up on my writing skills. :) I am actually kind of bummed that I'm not going to classes today on campus with everyone else.

Well, I graduated in December, with my lovely degree in English. I'm still not sure exactly what I will be doing now, but it will come to me. I have a very part time job as a Publications Assistant on campus, so I need to stay in Logan long enough to fulfill my commitment there. I'm currently looking for another job. One, so that I am not so bored all day long. Two, so that I can pay for all of the other changes in my life.

While my parents were in town for my graduation, my dad and I spent two full days car hunting. Man! I tell you, I never want to do that again. It's so much work, and sales people are so annoying! I did win overall, though. I bought myself a 2002 Ford Focus. The best part? It's an awesome green! I just have to re familiarize myself with driving a manual, but it's going well.

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And, just this week, I moved out of my grandparents house, by the command of my father. I must admit that I have mixed feelings about this. On the one hand, I value my independence, so this is a good thing, and my roommate is one of my good friends. She's great and the apartment is in the Blackhawk condominiums in Logan and it's really nice. On the other hand, I have a very hard time dealing with change. And, I think it's kinda silly to move across town, away from family, to start paying rent when it's not necessary. Oh well. It will be a good growing experience for me and I guess that's what matters. :)