Every nightmare I have that doesn't revolve around academic failure or public nudity is about that thing. In fact, once I dreamt that it attacked me while I was late for a test and naked.

Willow ,'The Killer In Me'


Spike's Bitches 37: You take the killing for granted.  

[NAFDA] Spike-centric discussion. Lusty, lewd (only occasionally crude), risqué (and frisqué), bawdy (Oh, lawdy!), flirty ('cuz we're purty), raunchy talk inside. Caveat lector.


Susan W. - Aug 23, 2007 6:30:15 am PDT #2607 of 10001
Good Trouble and Righteous Fights

I've got no idea at all about what/who's appropriate for email vs. handwritten. Susan? Robin? Others?

I've seen a lot of sources that say handwritten is best because it's personal, but for my last several job searches I've used email. IME the interview/decision part of filling a position moves quickly--it can take forever to evaluate resumes and set up interviews, and sometimes the HR part of making an offer can be kinda glacial too. But if you want to make an impression on the person who just interviewed you, IMHO it pays to move fast. And I know when I'm on the receiving end, I don't care one way or another.


hippocampus - Aug 23, 2007 6:31:37 am PDT #2608 of 10001
not your mom's socks.

but the burrito place next door to Cupcake is awesome (having never lived in California, I say this). Huge burritos; great salads - a diablo sauce that takes your head off. Still, no cupcakes.

There are some pretty sassy things in that store, and occasionally a really amazing sale. good shoes.


meara - Aug 23, 2007 6:34:24 am PDT #2609 of 10001

Good to hear, Susan! I know I talked to my recruiter yesterday and she said they were having a "pow wow" today regarding me, so I definitely figure it does move fast!

I mailed handwritten (fairly brief--on little thank you cards) ones from the airport to the head of the department and his boss, figuring they were really the decision makers. Those should hopefully get there today (it was after mail pickup when I got to the airport). And then emailed everyone together, today (before they were in the office). That would be the other problem of having an interview with ten or fifteen people!


lisah - Aug 23, 2007 6:38:53 am PDT #2610 of 10001
Punishingly Intricate

I mailed handwritten (fairly brief--on little thank you cards) ones from the airport to the head of the department and his boss, figuring they were really the decision makers.

I think mailing cards quickly is one of your super powers!!!


Vortex - Aug 23, 2007 6:42:49 am PDT #2611 of 10001
"Cry havoc and let slip the boobs of war!" -- Miracleman

The key to thank you notes is to buy small ones. That way, saying a little looks like a lot.


meara - Aug 23, 2007 6:54:26 am PDT #2612 of 10001

the key to thank you notes is to buy small ones. That way, saying a little looks like a lot.

I totally agree!!

I think mailing cards quickly is one of your super powers!!!

Hee! Now if only I could mail BILLS quickly...(thank god for online banking bill pay!)


Pete, Husband of Jilli - Aug 23, 2007 6:55:16 am PDT #2613 of 10001
"I've got a gun! I've got a mother-flippin' gun!" - Moss, The IT Crowd

There's actually the potential for me to be able to play next weekend, but the 8th and 9th are definitely not possible.

So, by next weekend do you mean the 1st & 2nd? Just making sure we're on the same page, ND.


Aims - Aug 23, 2007 7:01:24 am PDT #2614 of 10001
Shit's all sorts of different now.

I'm gonna go look at this buffet [link] after work today. I'm gonna see if she'll take $40 cash for it and I'll take it off her hands tonight.

I'm thinking we can use it as a tv stand.


Glamcookie - Aug 23, 2007 7:15:54 am PDT #2615 of 10001
I know my own heart and understand my fellow man. But I am made unlike anyone I have ever met. I dare to say I am like no one in the whole world. - Anne Lister

the key to thank you notes is to buy small ones. That way, saying a little looks like a lot.

Sing it, sister. I always buy tiny ones.

juliana is a hot motorcycle mama.

Aims, that buffet looks great!

Drum roll, please... Shoe post! I bought these for school since I knew I had to do a lot of walking and hoped to look sugar doing it. They are flats that are made kinda like tennis shoes and they are indeed comfy: [link] Side: [link]

Bonus sleeping kitty shot: [link] I sent this to GF yesterday with the caption "wish you were here! love, jojo" as she is sleeping on GF's pillow.

Also, I have my third phone call today at noon with that company that contacted me through LinkedIn. Eep.


Pete, Husband of Jilli - Aug 23, 2007 7:16:18 am PDT #2616 of 10001
"I've got a gun! I've got a mother-flippin' gun!" - Moss, The IT Crowd

Aims, those front legs may not be made for the weight of a TV. Just food for thought.