SCHOOLAhhhh, it's so nice not having to worry about getting my homework done! Last week was finals week. I had to listen to the other two group presentations before taking the last test of the semester. Sadly, the first group was AWFUL. They sat... yes, sat... at the front of the class. I'm not exaggerating when I say each group member "read" their presentation from the written paper. It sorta felt like story hour for business finance *yawn*. The second group was much better. There was some repetition and confusing timelines (no visual in their powerpoint presentation). Aside from that, their PP was really good. The test went well. I think I was the second or third one done. Now, I just have to wait for my final grade.
WORK
Last Thursday afternoon, every employee (at Job #1) received an email regarding a mandatory meeting taking place on Friday. We were even told to reschedule client work in order to be at the meeting. I thought, "Whaat? I work *another* job!" I debated a couple of hours on whether or not I wanted to call Job #2 to let them know I couldn't work all day. Finally, I relented.
We were told my company was merged (on Thurs) with another accounting firm! On Friday, representatives from both companies spoke and talked about what a GREAT "marriage" this is, blah, blah, blah. A lot of people are still trying to wrap their brains around it. Our "old" company is no more after 40+ years. I know of at least two people who no longer have jobs after the end of the year. Lots of information is being thrown at us. Some of my coworkers seem to think this will be a great opportunity for me. We will see. We went from approximately 125 employees to almost 1,000. I've started telling my clients, and all have been surprised and bewildered -- Just as us employees were.
STITCHY STUFF
In addition to doing the framing for GM, I am working on three flatfolds. No pics yet as they're not done. I also did some stitching on TMQ. In looking back, I made a LOT of progress on it during the month of September. Here's the progress I made last week:
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15 comments:
Glad school ended well. And I hope your company merge goes well. TMQ looks fantastic!
Sorry about the job stress. I hope the merger works for everyone's benefit. Your stitching looks great!
Heidi-ILCS
I hope work goes well for you. These are scary times for a lot of people.
Your TMQ is stitching up fast, it is lovely.
Sandy P.
I hope you get a good grade on the work you did, it sounds like the one group who was giving their presentation were not fully prepared. I hope that with the merging of companies at work that it does not mean a massive retooling of many things. Your stitching is wonderfully beautiful! Have a good week.
Yeah, school's out!! Great progress on TMQ. As far as work goes, been there. It's scary. Chin up & just keep on keeping on. What is supposed to happen, will happen! Good luck!
Best of luck with the "new" company, I hope it is a great thing for you,
The frame was definitely a find and with your hard work the final product was awesome.
Rebecca
Good luck with work (job 1) that is alway scary time. Your wip is looking good.
I'm sure your test marks will be as stellar as always, Meari!! You sound like such a hard-working person...
Gosh, hope your job merger works out to your benefit--it would be shocking to suddenly be part of such a huge company... But, sometimes these things work out for the best :) We'll look forward to hearing updates...
Can't wait to see how well you did in your class. lol
Don't stress the work merger; think of it as a possible gift. It's more room for advancement since there are a lot more employees with the new company. Who knows...maybe they will give you back your hours so you dont' have to work the second job. Add that to the fact that you are continuing your education in the field. Don't be surprised if they have an eye on you for something bigger and better. (Keeping fingers and toes crossed for you!!)
And last but not least, your stitching looks lovely as always.
I love your ides for storing your floss, kreinik, & specialty flosses. Your framing is gorgeous!!!! Maybe you should think of doing it on the side for a little extra money. Hopefully your job situation will work itself out & you will also get a raise.
Betty in AZ
TMQ is looking great.
Here's hoping the merger works in your favour.
I don't think anyone likes the idea of a merger.....especially the workers. Hope it all works out for the best for you!!!
Great finish, and the framing looks fantastic. I'm sorry about the job chaos right now, but glad that you're already back in school and have a second job at least.
Hoping everything turns out for the best,
Claudette in California
This is just beautiful Meari!!! I love the colors.
Beautiful stitching! The relief for finishing exams is something I'm looking forward to :)
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