Welcome to Show and Tell Friday!
Honestly, I don't remember a time in my life when I've been busier than I am right now! Between job searching and still working (my last day is December 23rd) there is just not enough hours in the day!
I started decorating for Christmas Tuesday night! I really wasn't in the mood at all! I had just received a rejection notice from Google, after only two phone interviews! I really thought I would have made it farther through the interview process than that! My feelings were hurt...there were even tears involved! I really wanted to work there! After all, I use Google Blogger to blog, I have Google ads on my blog, I use Picnik photo editing, Google Documents, Google Maps... I could go on and on! I'm sure I use a lot more Google products than some of the people that actually work there! And...I know I'm good at what I do! Oh well, it's their loss! I have other interviews happening...they were just my first choice of where I really wanted to work!
Anyway...back to decorating for Christmas, I started Tuesday night and then just as I started, I got a fever, the chills and next thing I know I'm laying in bed with the flu! Damn you Google! I think it's your fault! I really wanted to work there! I'm sure I'll recover...
So for the last two days my place has looked like a disaster zone! I have all my decorations pulled out, a half-decorated tree and no energy to do anything about it. Tonight I'm finally starting to get back to it all so I'm sharing some of my vintage ornaments that I bought at a flea market a few years ago! This picture does not do them justice! I've rambled on enough...I can't wait to see what you have to share this week!
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I am sorry the job search can be so frustrating. Hang in there and something great will show up. Thank you for hosting SNT.
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Cindy, sorry about the Google disappointment and getting the flu. Not fun! Hope you feel better real soon.
ReplyDeleteThanks for hosting. ~ Sarah
So sorry Cindy, that it has been a horrible week! Google is losing out on a great employee!! You are going to find something even better!! Thanks for hosting & feel better soon!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Cindy
Hi, I just found your blog. So sorry that you have been ill. I hate getting sick when I am trying to decorate for a holiday. One thing's for sure. It'll be there waiting for you when you get better. lol! Thanks for hosting. Now a new follower.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry about Google Cindy, I hope something even better comes your way.I hope your 100% better soon. Thanks for hosting.
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about Google, but just remember, everything happens for a reason. There must be a MUCH better job out there for you.
ReplyDeleteHang in there Cindy!
~Liz
Sending Prayers for new doors to open for you soon!
ReplyDeleteThanks for another lovely party of course.
Smiles,
Suzanne at WhyCuzICan (NW Illinois)
Sorry things did not go the way you hoped at Google...their loss! Take care of yourself and feel better soon!...hugs...Debbie
ReplyDeletesorry for your disappointment AND the flu! Hope you feel better soon! and your wishes come true! :)
ReplyDeleteGoogle just isn't good enough for you if they are dumb enough to turn you down. Let's all switch to Word Press! And that darn flu, I hope it's gone by the time you read this. Thanks for hostessing the party, and prayers for some good things coming your way.
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Mary
Gosh Cindy,
ReplyDeleteit sounds like you have survived a tough week.
I hope everything turns around for you tomorrow.
Stay positive and thank you for sharing all the creativity!
I'm sorry about the google let down/flu one/two punch!
ReplyDeleteThank you for hosting during such a whackadoodle time!
Kerry at HouseTalkN
I'm so sorry you aren't feeling well and the Google let down. I'm sure something just wonderful will come along for you! Thanks so much for hosting each week!
ReplyDeleteI do not envy you job hunting right now and especially this time of year. And to be sick to top it off! I sure hope you find something soon so that you can relax and enjoy this Christmas season. I am looking forward to seeing your decorations. Thank you for hosting. Merry Christmas, Kristine
ReplyDeleteGet well soon. So sorry about Google. Thanks for hosting through it all.
ReplyDeleteHi Cindy,
ReplyDeleteSo sorry to hear about the Google job - I'm sure you were more than qualified!!! But I know you'll find a perfect job just for you {in no time!}! I also hope you feel better - just get plenty of rest and relax {although I know that might be kind of hard during the holidays! :)}! Anyway, LOVE those awesome vintage ornaments - they look lovely all clustered together like that! :) Happy Holidays to you and thank you for hosting!
Hugs,
Jessie
I'm sorry that Google didn't work out but that may just be because something even better is down the road for you! It usually happens that way...you'll find the right thing and you may not even know it until you do! I wish you lots of good luck.
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Faye
I'm so sorry Cindy. May the Lord bless you and keep you, and be gracious to you!
ReplyDeleteThank you for hosting!
Hugs,
~Wendy
Cindy, Thanks for hosting and feel better soon.
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to hear you've been sick, Cindy. Hope you feel better too, and good luck with the job hunting. I know it's stressful, so take good care of yourself. Thanks for hosting.
ReplyDeleteCindy
Darn that google! Your right, their loss! I have the flu too and I have no Christmas decor up what's so ever. One of my grandson's was over last week and walked in the door and said "gramma why is your house not decorated like Christmas?" I gotta admit, that hurt a little! At this point I din't know if I even have the energy...
ReplyDeleteBut I hope you are feeling better soon!
Take care there...
Rainey
I am so sorry Cindy you didn't get your dream job. There are better things for you to come, got to be.
ReplyDeleteI sure hate to hear you have the flu. Sure hope you are feeling better soon.
Hi Cindy,
ReplyDeleteHope you are feeling better. I agree it is Google's loss...you never know though I was passed over for a job only a month later they called and I'm still there 14 years later. Well it's nice to know someone else's tree is not finished and all the stuff is dragged out...thanks for keeping it real! Get well soon..will be praying for you to get the perfect job for you~ Happy Holidays!
Miss Bloomers
I'm sorry about Google. I know you wanted to work there. I know that the reason you did not get it is because there is another job that will make you much happier just waiting in the wings for you. Remember to believe ~ it works miracles. Believe and trust in that belief. Now wipe those tears off your pretty face and have a wonderful weekend!! Enjoy your free time before that dream job comes calling. Thanks for hosting Cindy!!
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Susan and Bentley
Thank you for hosting, Cindy! I'm sorry about Google and totally understand why working there would be so attractive. You are very talented and you are right that it is their loss!
ReplyDeleteMay things turn around for you soon. Thanks for having all of us over!
ReplyDeleteCindy, I hope things will pick up for you soon! Hang tough! Thanks so much for hosting, anyway!! Many blessings to you!!
ReplyDeleteHi Cindy,I pray that the flu bug will leave you soon..hang in there and a job will open up for you...thanks for hosting SNT.hugs,Baba
ReplyDeleteCindy I'm so sorry you didn't get an interview with Google,maybe they will see your blog and realise they are missing out. Lets hope anyway.
ReplyDeleteI hope you get over your bout of flu quickly,it's not a good time of year when it is so busy,to be feeling unwell. xx jeanetteann
I hope you feel great by morning and find your dream job. Maybe google wasn't your dream job after all and the rejection is really a blessing. Good luck!
ReplyDeleteSorry about Google, but head up, smile on and kick the next interview out of the park. We are all right next to you ! ! !
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear about Google, but I am sure you will get hired by the company that was meant to be....hang in there my friend! Thanks for hosting this great party, Diane
ReplyDeleteHi!
ReplyDeleteThanks for hosting this weekly hop. I wanted to let you know that I’ve included your site on a page I’ve put together devoted to hops, challenges, and memes for every day of the week! The link to that page is under my header. http://acts17verse28.blogspot.com/
It sure makes one fill terrible to have such high hopes going into a job interview and then get the dreaded call. I'm sure you'll find something you'll love just as much. Sorry about the flu bug, well you just a bummer! Hope you are feeling better soon. Thanks for hosting.
ReplyDelete~Emily
The French Hutch
Sorry about the job situation. That's always stressful!
ReplyDeleteI linked up my DIY Family Board Game that is sure to please. It's all about YOU-whoever YOU are! Thanks for hosting and feel better!
My first time participating. Thank you for hosting!!
ReplyDeleteSo wonderful you are feeling better and sorry about Google. They are a cliquey bunch I hear ;) I am sure God has something much better in mind for your talents. Have a wonderful day!
ReplyDeleteI have cried over loss jobs also.
ReplyDeleteI don't know why these compaies can't see us for how great we are
keep your chin up
So sorry you're feeling sick, it sounds like you've got too much stress right now. I'm sure things will get better soon!
ReplyDeleteThanks for hosting Show and Tell Friday very week!
Karee
Thank you for hosting, a great turnout.
ReplyDeleteSending positive thoughts in your direction for your job search.
-Joy
Take care of yourself! It doesn't surprise me that you have gotten sick. It seems that every single time I have experienced some major trauma such as the loss of a job or the death of someone close, I also come down with some horrible sickness. I think our body's immune/defense systems can only take so much before they crash.
ReplyDeleteI am sure you will find a great job some where which is worthy of your many talents and abilities.
Ellen
That is Google's loss, Cindy! You deserve to find a perfect job for you. Thanks so much for hosting this great party each week, and I hope you are feeling better & can enjoy the Xmas decorating. :)
ReplyDelete- Susan
Cindy, I hope the days ahead bring wonderful things for you!
ReplyDeleteOh Cindy.....
ReplyDeleteThe job search process is one riddled with pain and yes...some tears!!! Sometimes it even plays havoc with your body and gives you the flu! Research shows that of all the stressful situations in life--losing a job and looking for a job both rank up there very high! Thankfully, you have wonderful skills, great experience and an excellent presence. As much as you think you LOVE Google and their products, it just wasn't the place for you to work (you can still love and use their products!)!!! So, they did you and your future employer a real favor by not scooping you up! When Google turned down my son (silly them!), it forced him to make the decision to get his PhD....they also did him a favor!!!
Your job is out there babe!
Good luck and keep the faith!
Onward,
Judi
Cindy,
ReplyDeleteI am so sorry about the job hunting. I wish you much luck with the next interviews! Get well soon! Take care.:)
Thanks for hosting!
Sherry
Sorry for your disappointment. Maybe its time to take that decorating course that you used to talk about. Usually things happen for a reason and when you ook back you will be glad that things turned out the way that they have. Best wishes and hope that you are well soon.
ReplyDeleteHi Cindy, I'm one of your new followers and I'm new to "Show and Tell Friday." Sorry your didn't get your dream job. Could be something better will turn up. I love your beautiful bowl of vintage ornaments. Off to Show and Tell now! Thanks, Linda
ReplyDeleteOh Cindy, the job search is so soul-testing --- and YES Google is foolish to pass you up. Google's phone interviewers are clearly total POOPY HEADS. And they made you sick, sending google germs right thru the phone lines.
ReplyDeleteYou go back to bed and get better, y'hear? Then worry about decorating, etc.... it will wait for you.
I'm sorry, sweetie.
I will put in a Santa request for the perfect job for you!
Cass
I'm sorry about that,but you never know, if one door closes that means that there's a better one in the midst.
ReplyDeleteHi Cindy, I just linked up with your Show and Tell Friday!. I am also now following you..I hope things will be less stressful for you in the coming days. Please visit Hibiscus House anytime and hopefully the simple life will relax you. Dolly
ReplyDeleteI'm so sorry to read about your interview. Than to get the flew on top of that! Something better will come along. Thank you for hosting this wonderful site!
ReplyDeleteJennifer:)
Re Google - send them a nice thank you note. Then in January, contact the person to whom you spoke with and see if the position has been filled. If not, ask them to meet with you again, preferable in person. BE NICE. In fact, before you call them, write a script so you don't get all confused when your on the phone. Good luck. If that's the place you want to be, you'll have to be persistent. You can do it.
ReplyDeleteDear Cindy, I do hope you get to feeling better soon. That's too bad about Google. Hope you find a better job soon.
ReplyDeleteThank you bunches for hosting your great party!
Donna @ Comin' Home
Dear Cindy, I do hope you get to feeling better soon. That's too bad about Google. Hope you find a better job soon.
ReplyDeleteThank you bunches for hosting your great party!
Donna @ Comin' Home
Sorry to hear you are under the weather..'tis the season, huh?
ReplyDelete...and the Google news? That only means that something much better and unexpected is coming your way soon...
Sorry about Google, but you're right about it being their loss. Hope you feel better, soon. Thanks for hosting the great party!
ReplyDeleteTimes are so tough right now, I know it's not a fun time to be job hunting. I wanted so badly to work at Hoag hospital in Newport beach...after 2 interviews I really thought I was in! It was between me and one other candidate. I got the call that they'd gone with the other candidate and I was devastated:( After about 12 more rejections my husband told me let's just scrimp and save for now...the break has been nice but I know I need to get myself back out there eventually. It was really hard on my ego though!!!!
ReplyDeleteWe are pulling for you dear Cindy and like someone else mentioned...maybe this is the time for you to change paths and do something decorating related!
I am so sorry you didn't get the google job...there will be something much better out there for sure.
ReplyDeleteI will pray for you to recover from the flu, I have another friend suffering from it, not nice and drags you down so much.
Keep positive, I know there is something so much better than google out there.
Hi Cindy!
ReplyDeleteMy name is Vera and I'm from Brazil. I love your blog and always come here. Today I decided to attend the Show. hope you get it very soon a new job, do not be discouraged. Sorry but my English is not good. I anticipate my wishes for Merry Christmas! Bye
So sorry to hear about Google. When God closes one door, He opens another. The hard part is the wait.
ReplyDeleteTry to keep your spirits up. Blessings
Oh, pooh on Google! I'm sorry, Cindy. Don't take it personally; you never know what these companies have going on behind the scenes. Sometimes they've already got somebody in-house in mind and they just go thru the hiring/interviewing motions to satisfy other requirements.
ReplyDeleteHoney, don't let this suck the life out of you at Christmas, when you're sick and probably missing your mom, too. Some Christmases are better than others.
I read this last week which has stuck with me (went something like this):
"Christmastime has a way of turning the world into a fantasy, where everyone is supposed to be happy, together and wonderful. Christmas gets glammed up but, at the heart of it, it celebrates a very quiet moment. Don't miss its promise!"
Reading that, it sort of quieted me down. I'm in a similar situation where my life is complicated at the moment, so it takes real effort to put your heart into decorating and doing all the traditional stuff. So, I've decided to just pick a couple of them, and that's okay.
I'd say, plan your special things but also leave some time for reflection after the 23rd. You're about to embark on a new journey; who knows what's in store for 2012! Possibilities; exciting, refreshing...lots to look forward to for you, Cindy. I had read this, too: "Take this time as an opportunity for rest and introspection; a needed oasis before the new year."
Don't mean to sound preachy; just trying to send you comforting wishes and best of luck ahead!
(By the way, your vintage gold ornaments are elegant. My favorite auntie used a lot of gold decorations at Christmas and I would love to visit her home at this time of year. She had great decorating flair/style, like you. A welcoming, beautifully-decorated home, no matter where it is...she lived in a mobile home toward the end of her days after having much larger houses...is something the rest of us always remember. The home is, of course, your mirror...it says so much that's good about you who lives there; don't forget that, okay? 'Cause your home looks pretty darn beautiful in photos!)
Interesting and constructive advice from blogger Judy about keeping in contact with google.
ReplyDeleteI hope you feel better soon. Thanks again for hosting. It's a hectic time of year, with so many things to be done. Good luck with the job search too. Cheer up!
ReplyDeleteHi Cindy,
ReplyDeleteThe holidays seem to be a difficult time to look for work. Everyone is concentrating on time off.
The new year will bring you success!
*hugs*
mo
I'm sorry you didn't get the job at Google. I understand they pretty much only hire people under 25 who don't have family, because you're expected to put your life into the job there. :(
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