OHMYGOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

It is working for a Country Club (one of the more prestigious ones here in the Valley). I was hired in at a reasonable wage. The Facility is brand new! They just built a new clubhouse with a brand new kitchen. Benefits kick in after 90 days on a health plan that i like. (And the same one Master is on!) I start the first week of October, which means Fry's is getting my two-week notice tomorrow. The Chef wants to work me full time +. They provide uniforms, and alternate mode transportation (which translates to Bus Card). I'll most likely be on the dinner shift, and working banquets, which always means a bit more pay after probation, depending on the job i do for Chef. I won't be at liberty to write much about whom i am feeding, and the events that take place. Most Country Clubs have you sign a confidentiality waiver. I have no problem with this. I'll just find other things to write about.

In accepting this job, i failed to call Master and ask Her permission. When i did talk to Her, i gave Her the humblest boy apology, and explained that i was hired on the spot, with no time to call Her, really. They took me to Human Resources, and gave me the new hire package, and sent me off for a drug test. Yes, i so love to pee in a cup. When we went over all the good aspects of this job, She understood. It still was not right of me to make that kind of decision on my own. There are some things a person does just for survival. This decision wasn't about survival; it was about a quality career move.

The job at Fry's hasn't left us with much quality time. i've been getting off work late, and usually in a surly mood. Master has been tired, and ready to go right to bed. A couple times i've stayed up, because i need that "wind down" period. And She has gone to sleep. We haven't had time for beatings or sex because of these factors. That's the reason there hasn't been a "scene report" in a while. We are both hoping for a bit of a change, especially with this employment move.

I am doing the "Happy boy Dance." I can't say anything at my current job yet due to factors listed above. Those last two weeks are going to be a challenge. I need to stay focused on what i do there, and worry about the new job when i start.

I have orientation for the Country Club next week. I can't wait.

While i was still living in Tucson, i was hired at one of the oldest Country Clubs down there. I worked there for like two months. I wanted to keep the job, however, circumstances and using and drinking made it impossible to stay there. I was pretty upset about losing that job because i actually liked the work, i just didn't get along with the Banquet Chef.

Now, i have another chance, a fresh start. I'm clean and sober, and serve a Master who will help me keep my focus on quality of work. Even with the Fry's job i've been able to do that. She said that even on the job i represent Her, so i need to maintain good working habits. I've been able to do that, even in the face of not receiving any $$ for a job well done.

Yeah, i'm too excited. And even when i put my two weeks in, i don't need to talk about where i'm going or what i'm doing. I wasn't there to make friends, i was there to work. And, i have been reminded once again how much i don't like customer service and running a register. "Having to smile, and say thank you, come again." Having to follow "keys to success" just for a $5.00 gift card, and store rating. Yeah, not my cup of tea. Give me knives, and food to cook, and hungry people who want to eat the yummy food. I excel in that department. (it's why i became a cook in the first place!). So that's the latest news.

On the home front:

Master has been working on a Spiritual Path. She has implemented rituals for Herself, and the household. It has been helpful in balancing the energy. Our icky neighbor moved out, and as soon as she did, all the seepage that was coming into our bedroom went away. We are both very pleased about this. Master is also shedding, and we want to get rid of the clutter that has accumulated. Not an easy task, but it can be done. We have several ways to get rid of this stuff, and i just need time to get it organized and ready to go. i am very glad to see Master working on Her path. It was a long time coming, and i'm already seeing a change. Not that i've been home much to notice it, but there is a difference in energy.

I need to start working on my Spirituality as well. This weekend marks my mom's birthday. She's been on my mind a lot, and i've had dreams about Her. As you know, she passed away almost two years ago. In a funny sort of way, i still miss her. And there are times i just want to reach out and call, but i know she's not there. We weren't very close, but close enough to talk every few weeks. (unless we were mad at each other). i'm trying to figure out how to move ahead, and be in positive energy about this. It took three years to move through my niece's death, but that was much more tragic and shocking then my mom's. This is more about sadness at missing the person who is gone. Master is helpful when i get in these funks. And i report to Her about how i'm feeling. At least right now i recognize what the emotional process is, and can continue with life, while grieving the loss of another.

The physical shedding helps with the spiritual shedding. For me the spiritual shedding is about removing the negative emotions and finding positive ways to change. It is a constant challenge in the work world, and helps me appreciate the home life. i've been trying to impress upon Master how much having a calm environment has helped me change and grow. My life used to be so chaotic. I can come home and relax and shake off the negativity, and plug in. And that is what home should be about. Peace and love and good energy...!