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What a CrAzY day!!!

First Half Of Day...

My interview at Fox went really well this morning. The dad that I had initially ran into and made the connection with for this job, was sick today and e-mailed me early this morning to say he would not be in today to interview me, but to go ahead and speak with the other 2 VP's. The security and parking there crazy and seemed as if I was either at LAX or at Disneyland! In making the wrong turn into the proper parking building (1 of like 5 or more), I nearly drove onto a filming set of some sort. I finally managed to make my way to the appropriate building and on my way I went. The first gentleman I interviewed with was very professional, straight forward and I can tell would be a tough nut to crack. The second gentleman was kind, quirky, straight forward but seems a lot more relaxed. He said "you interview very well".

Both guys asked very good questions. One of my faves was "I don't see education on your resume. Tell me a little about your academic achievements" (said by the 2nd guy). I think I nailed it! I answered spot on with, "a high diploma and never went to college. I believe that there is so much more to learn than just what you can find in text books. I have been educated on the job and in real life and have thrived in every professional position I have been in based on my current skills and abilities. I chose not to include education on my resume because just a high school diploma isn't worth bragging about and probably doesn't make an initial good impression so I leave it off".

So now it's a waiting game to see if they offer me a position. The hours are pretty strict and the best they could do is 8-5 p.m. I was told by both guys that the benefits are great. I'll be the judge of that. ;-) The job description sounds pretty intense but I think after a learning curve, I'll be fine. :-)

Second Half Of The Day...

When leaving the interview, I called David to share all the news. He informed me that our Insurance Agent at State Farm is looking for a full-time employee. I gave her a call and without even stopping home or grabbing a bite to eat, I headed straight to her office for another job interview! WOW!!! Fox position and State Farm position couldn't be any different from each other! State Farm would be a Sales Agent position with a small hourly wage in addition to commission. Also, I would have to get licensed in CA so I could write policies myself. My employer (our State Farm Agent) would pay for ALL of the licensing fees AND classes that help/tutor you to pass the tests. There are a total of 2 licenses to acquire. The hours are just about the same as Fox position hours.

My head is spinning with all this information I received today! It's overwhelming and I am still processing all that I took in.

The pro's of State Farm are the con's at Fox...the pro's at Fox are the con's at State Farm.

For Example...

• Fox is much further from home - State Farm is about 20-25 min (at most) from home (and I could takes side streets to get there)
• Fox has "great" benefits - State Farm gives me a $50,000 life insurance coverage for myself...no other benefits
• Initially, I would earn more at Fox - State Farm will take me a bit (depending on sales) to earn the same as Fox position
• Fox is MAJOR Corporate world! - State Farm is professional but much more layed back
• The on the job training at Fox will make me VERY marketable in the LA "industry" (w/out a college degree! ;-)) should I enjoy it and do well at it - State Farm is on a much lesser scale in this regard...but I could make a "name" for myself within the company if I kick butt
• Fox I would be working for someone('s) - State Farm, I am working for someone but I would be able to spread my wings a bit and always meet new people (during marketing and networking)

I clearly have a lot to consider and think about. It's not like either of the companies are knocking at my door making me an offer, but I do feel confident with how both interviews went, so I need to prepare myself.

I do feel like this is what the Lord wants for me (I think! hahahaha...)...to go back to work. It's the only thing that is making sense right now how everything is turning out. Last Wednesday, I was crying out to the Lord asking what His plan was for us with our financial needs, this week, I've had 2 solid job interviews in this tough economy! Our money tree in the backyard isn't baring any fruit (money! lol) and it's not falling from the sky so I suppose God's answer to my prayers are going back to work since those are the doors that continue to open.

To be perfectly honest, I am flattered that I would even be given an opportunity to work at either job, but I am sad about the thought of leaving my children all day and potentially, only seeing them for 30 min M-F. What an extreme that would be for all of us!!! On the other hand, I know that there is no money tree and money will never fall from the sky, so I need to step up and take on this new responsibility and get over it. Still sucks though. :-(