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That's what I did today, and I was so exhausted when I left my client site at 8:30 that I was just about ready to cry. It was a long day's work, and I had a LONG night. My flight left LA at 8, and a 2 hour layover in Vegas, then got to Chicago at around 5:30am. By the time I got home it was around 6:30, which didn't leave me much time for a catnap.
Then I went to my client site, and this gig was thrown together really fast, and I had only a vague idea of what I was supposed to be doing there. Then I realized I had also been sent there as a sacrifical lamb, once again. Sent there to show the client that my company cares enough to send a consultant out there to sit and listen to their complaints and be their punching bag for a day. It's pretty tough to sit there and listen to someone talk about detailed issues with our product after only having an hour of sleep.
Oh, and here's a fun little story that you can laugh at.
So I was going to go get some sushi for lunch (but of course, it was closed today) so I was walking out to my dad's car. I'm using his car because mine is in California. So I get to my car and try to unlock the door. But the key isn't working. It's kinda cold, but I don't see any ice on the car. So I try the key again. No can do, it won't turn in the lock. It doesn't even fit in the door all the way. I'm starting to get a little worried.
Then I realize that I was using my car keys, rather than my dad's. Duh.
Yes, laugh. Laugh away!
So I'm grumpy! I'm rarely grumpy and irritable, but I am today! I was planning on doing some Christmas shopping today, but didn't get the chance. Hmph!
Bah Humbug!
Posted by Yano at December 22, 2003 08:24 PMI hate it when "I'm sent to slaughter!" That makes me grumpy too. But look at the bright side. It's Christmas and you are home! :)
P.S. Oh and don't worry about the car thing, I do that CONSTANTLY! It drives me crazy! LOL
Posted by: Pridey on December 23, 2003 03:26 AMThat's rough! I hope your not on site again today! You need a hug!
Posted by: Amy on December 23, 2003 06:11 AMWell I do hope things improve dear. I've done silly things like the keys too!!! I've got a funny one that I won't post but I certainly felt blonde once I realized what I had done. ;)
Don't worry about Xmas shopping. I haven't finished mine yet and I may just boycott and not buy a damn thing for anyone else. Yep, I'm a grumpy holiday person. I'd rather just spend the day with my family and enjoy everyone's company and eat a lot of good food.
I'll send ya *hugs* dear. :)
Posted by: Lara on December 23, 2003 07:20 AMat least you're home, Christine - friends and family galore!!!
Posted by: kathy on December 23, 2003 07:41 AMPoor thing, you're exhausted! Get some rest.
Mind you, it was pretty embarrassing the time I used MY OWN keys to try to open someone else's car. It took me a few minutes to figure it out and I slunk away pretty quickly when I did!
Posted by: Noelle on December 23, 2003 10:05 AM"I'd rather just spend the day with my family and enjoy everyone's company and eat a lot of good food."
I'm with you Lara! I think we should forget the whole gift thing. I find spending time with the people I care about the best present! And good food helps too. I think that is why Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. NO PRESSURE! :)
"MY OWN keys to try to open someone else's car. It took me a few minutes to figure it out and I slunk away pretty quickly when I did!"
LOL Noelle, I have done that several times too!!!! LOL
Posted by: Pridey on December 23, 2003 10:41 AMWho hasn't done that???!!! I certainly have but I thought it was just my silliness. ;)
Yeah, I'd give up presents if it meant everyone I loved could be together at least for one day (w/o any fighting or meanness). I made a pact with a couple of friends this year that we would just spend time together - going to the movies, hanging out, whatever - as our Xmas gifts to each other. My brother & sister aren't going to like it but that is what they are getting from me too - my time!!
Posted by: Lara on December 23, 2003 11:54 AMI am so excited. I saved over $6,000 on my used car when I bought online. Sorry if I am interrupting.
Posted by: Used Car on February 2, 2004 11:00 AM
