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Across the Fence:  Kind of bummed...need a chin-lifter...  |
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goneriding
True Blue Farmgirl
1599 Posts
Winona
Central Oregon
USA
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 Posted - Apr 08 2009 : 1:44:53 PM
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I have been waiting to hear if I got a job with the Census Bureau and nothing...I took the test and only missed one plus I've 'done' the census twice already ('89 and '99) plus ran my own crew and just knew they would want me. Just knew it!! 
So finally I called today to find out what is taking so long and the lady said everyone had been chosen already! I sputtered out why didn't they pick me (sounds like a little child, huh?) and she said they had so many high scores, the sole criteria at this time, and had to pick and choose, no real reason. I just didn't get picked. 
Bummed...hubby told me that it'll all be okay but right now, I'm kind of crushed. Not much, but down nonetheless. The lady said that some people will wash out for one reason or the other and maybe I'll get picked for that. Still... 
Just had to vent...thankful that I have this site to 'talk' to... 
Winona
To read funny stories about my cooking 'skills', please visit http://lostadventuresincooking.blogspot.com/
For uber-opinionated, pleasurable horse related reading, please visit http://horseinfoperson.blogspot.com/
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
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Posted - Apr 08 2009 : 1:49:04 PM
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Winona,
I am so sorry that this didn't work out for you. Who knows, maybe some people will flake out and you can get your foot in the door :) Hang in there. I will be praying for the Lord to give you the perfect job and to encourage you in the meantime. Listen to your honey 
I checked out your cooking blog. Fun! I have a Baking Spice recipe if you would like. I use it in quick breads, pumpkin pie, pancakes, fudge, etc, It's really good :)
~Sharon
By His Grace, For His Glory
http://merryheartjournal.blogspot.com/ |
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goneriding
True Blue Farmgirl
1599 Posts
Winona
Central Oregon
USA
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Posted - Apr 08 2009 : 1:57:48 PM
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Thank you for the kind words! As for the Baking Spice, you betcha!! I can use all the help I can get!! hehehe... My email for the blog is horseinfoperson@yahoo.com. I did the horse blog first then started the cooking one. I can't keep up with all the emails so the blog one is the same.
Winona ;-)
To read funny stories about my cooking 'skills', please visit http://lostadventuresincooking.blogspot.com/
For uber-opinionated, pleasurable horse related reading, please visit http://horseinfoperson.blogspot.com/
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
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pinkroses
True Blue Farmgirl
2350 Posts
Sheila
Virginia
USA
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ranchetta
True Blue Farmgirl
318 Posts
carol
Marysville
Wahington
USA
318 Posts |
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goneriding
True Blue Farmgirl
1599 Posts
Winona
Central Oregon
USA
1599 Posts |
Posted - Apr 08 2009 : 4:06:04 PM
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Thanks again, all. Actually, ranchetta, just knowing I'm not in the boat alone makes me feel a bit better. I'm sorry your friend wasn't chosen but at least we know we're in good company!
Winona :-)
To read funny stories about my cooking 'skills', please visit http://lostadventuresincooking.blogspot.com/
For uber-opinionated, pleasurable horse related reading, please visit http://horseinfoperson.blogspot.com/
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Calicogirl
True Blue Farmgirl
5216 Posts
Sharon
Bruce Crossing
Michigan
USA
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Posted - Apr 08 2009 : 4:19:07 PM
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Winona,
I tried e-mailing you but it came back undeliverable. I will post the recipe in the Farm Kitchen :)
~Sharon
By His Grace, For His Glory
http://merryheartjournal.blogspot.com/ |
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mikesgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
3659 Posts
Sherri
Elma
WA
USA
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Posted - Apr 08 2009 : 6:43:50 PM
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I called the number provided and left a message that I wanted to apply and never heard anything, so I didn't even get to take the test. I was bummed too!
Farmgirl Sister #98
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Merry
True Blue Farmgirl
765 Posts
Merry
Ankeny
Iowa
USA
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Posted - Apr 08 2009 : 7:00:46 PM
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Winona,
You never know what will happen, maybe something BETTER will come along because of this!
Merry
http://afarminmyheart.blogspot.com/
"Nobody has ever measured, not even poets how much the heart can hold."
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goneriding
True Blue Farmgirl
1599 Posts
Winona
Central Oregon
USA
1599 Posts |
Posted - Apr 08 2009 : 7:34:04 PM
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Calico...hmmm...don't know why it came back. I've noticed lately, the emails have gone down a lot. Must be some sort of problem which I'll check. Anyway, I'll check the other page and thanks!!
Winona :-)
To read funny stories about my cooking 'skills', please visit http://lostadventuresincooking.blogspot.com/
For uber-opinionated, pleasurable horse related reading, please visit http://horseinfoperson.blogspot.com/
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Alee
True Blue Farmgirl
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Alee
Worland
Wy
USA
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kristin sherrill
True Blue Farmgirl
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kristin
chickamauga
ga
USA
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Posted - Apr 08 2009 : 8:01:07 PM
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So sorry about the job. Hopefully something better will come your way soon.
Kris
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Mikki
True Blue Farmgirl
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Mikki
Austin
Indiana
USA
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Amie C.
True Blue Farmgirl
2099 Posts
Finger Lakes Region
NY
2099 Posts |
Posted - Apr 09 2009 : 07:57:05 AM
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Winona, sorry it didn't work out. I had trouble getting through to the Census Bureau in my area, and by the time I finally spoke to someone, they told me that the one test in my area was happening that afternoon! My friend took it, but I wasn't able to. Haven't heard yet if she got the job. They told me that they will be testing again in the fall (here, at least) so maybe you can get in on it later.
I know how you feel though, having worked for them before. I had to leave my job as an assistant manager for a big chain store when my husband graduated from school. In my new area, I applied at the same company and never even got a call for an interview. How about that? I did good work for one location for 4 years, and the other location doesn't even want me in a lower position? It feels lousy, even though to them it's no big deal. |
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peachy
True Blue Farmgirl
593 Posts
Melissa
Fennville
MI
USA
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Posted - Apr 09 2009 : 09:49:46 AM
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I'm so sorry about the job Winona! I'm sure something better is just waiting to happen soon...patience (that's a good one coming from me:) very little patience waiting on my end but I'm trying to learn!!! farmgirl hugs!
Melissa
Farmgirl Sister #360
http://oldethymecountrybarn.blogspot.com/
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Sitnalta
True Blue Farmgirl
4208 Posts
Jessica
NJ
USA
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Posted - Apr 09 2009 : 10:15:38 AM
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Hugs Winona!! I know exactly what that feels like. There has to be the perfect job out there for all of us. The waiting is the hard part, but it has to be worth it!!;)
hugs
Jessie
Farmgirl Sister #235
"Every man's life is a fairy-tale written by God's fingers."--Hans Christian Anderson
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