Well, maybe that title's a little exaggerated, but I really do feel like I've been the busiest guy in this city. I don't know if anyone realizes this, but working two jobs is tough! It's hard enough just trying to set up the schedule, because they're made for both jobs on the same day. I'm trying my hardest to be lenient though, which has gotten me into working both jobs each day. This past Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, I worked 10-6 at Sports Authority, followed by 8-? at Marriott. Tuesday it was 8-2 (yes, 2 A.M.) and Wednesday was 8-2:30. Let's just say I'm glad this past week is finally over. Fourteen hour days do not suit me well.
These double shifts have definitely been a character builder though. I feel like, if I were living at home in San Antonio, or even living in Dallas, days like that would have me wanting to quit one of the jobs. Up here in Chicago though, I'm willing to do absolutely anything to make it, and if that means I have a few hard days, I can deal with that. Whether I sink or swim in this city is completely on me, and I'm definitely not about to give up. One day soon I'll be working at my dream job and living comfortably, but right now I'll take what I can get. Plus, the money has been good, and not only can I build up my savings, I can also afford to do the fun things I want to when I'm not working.
I wish I had something fun and exciting to report, like an adventure or some cool place I've been to, but I've been too busy to do anything like that. On my day off, however, I had a surprisingly good time talking to a banker at Chase. I went to their building downtown just to deposit a check and was directed to a banker to find out about direct deposit (which isn't really what I had wanted to do). I ended up spending about an hour there, talking about savings accounts, CDs, direct deposit, how to pay my Wells Fargo credit card from my Chase account, how to get an Illinois driver's license (not sure about that one), and, of course, the weather. She was so nice, and something about the whole experience gave me some sort of holiday cheer. I guess I'm not sure how to explain that one, but it was the best trip to the bank I've ever had, haha. Then I went to pick up Stephen King's new novel, 11/22/63. It's really good so far!
One last note: I'd really like to Skype with everyone on Thanksgiving (like y'all have done with Mark in the past), so if anyone can help set that up, that would be great. I'm not sure where Jake will be, but I'm sure he can bring his laptop wherever and I'll get to see all of y'all's beautiful faces! If not that, I'll definitely be on the phone and I want to talk to each and everyone one of you!
Ok, well I'm all typed-out, but I will talk to everyone on Thursday! Hope everyone is doing well!
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