Yippee, I passed the test!
@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
United States
May 4, 2007 10:39am CST
I just got back from the physical and back screening that I had to do prior to my being hired for the PCA job. Although I was unable to do a couple of the things, I did pass the other requirements with flying colors. They said that I could squat rather than kneel. My knees wouldn't allow me to kneel.
I had to get 2 shots. You know me and needles! I have to go back in a month to get the second in a series for the PPD.
Orientation starts on the 14th of this month. Following the orientation I will begin working. So, I will be on less and less.
I wanted to give my heartfelt thanks to all who have supported me through this ordeal. I can't tell you how much your words of encouragement have meant to me.
Huggers to all! : )
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
4 May 07
The therapist who administered the back screen told me that she was sorry that I had to leave my old job. She said that she thought I was one of the most knowledgable people that worked there. She said I should consider other options and keep in the same line of work. I told her that maybe, sometime in the future that could be a possibility. But, for now, I will work where I am happiest. I still will work with people. That is what brings me joy.
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@brokentia (10389)
• United States
4 May 07
Congrats sweetie!!! I am very happy to read that you got a job and passed the tests in order to do this job. :)
Now maybe things will go back to being great. This is just the start! :)
Congrats and good luck!!!
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@rsmith512 (1561)
• United States
6 May 07
Hey, that is a great way to look at it!
One battle won!
I am sure that you are going to be happy when you are out of the house and able to do something more.
Congratulations and hope to still see you on some! :)
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
4 May 07
Thanks Terry! If I wasn't so stiff from pushing and pulling I would dance a jig.
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@recycledgoth (9894)
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4 May 07
Congratulations hun and well done. this is excellent news, I'm so pleased for you
@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
4 May 07
I am so tickled! I can't wait to start!
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@yanjiaren (9031)
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4 May 07
This is great news my lovely Butterfly Friend and I love to come onto Mylot and see my friends doing so well, my Lovely Dianel quit smoking, 34momma has now been making her small fortune Stcajo is going to be a millionaire soon and I am waiting for Misty to run for president and Lord Wizzy to find his lady love and get off the moping chair, Aidonia to revolutionize Greece and the list is endless man. I cheer for all my lovely friends on Mylot and thanks for sharing with us the good news. Here's to your health Elusive friend!
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
4 May 07
Thanks Yanji! This is what I love about MyLot, the many caring people who share words of wisdom and well wishes and also their lives with you.
@Grandmaof2 (7579)
• Canada
4 May 07
Congratulations for sure and I think by the excitement in your words I'm sure you'll do just fine. I am very happy for you. When getting your needles just don't watch that helps, just think about something positive and it'll be over fast. Good Luck and Take Care.
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
4 May 07
I didn't watch. I kept my eyes closed and talked to the nurse while she was administering them. We laughed when she asked if it hurt and I said "of course".
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@gifana (4833)
• Portugal
5 May 07
Congratulations elusive....I am so happy for you.....but then I wasn't worried. I, for one, will miss your postings...they keep me busy. But I'm glad that you will be working at something that you joy. And I'm sure the paycheck every week will come in real handy. You still have a few days before orientation so I won't get "teary" eyed yet.
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
5 May 07
It is good people like you Gif that will keep me coming back to MyLot. I enjoy reading your responses to my discussions, your advice, and words of wisdom bring me much happiness. Huggers to you.
@gabs8513 (48686)
• United Kingdom
4 May 07
Elusive I will miss you but I am so happy for you and I do hope it all works out for you
I hope that you will enjoy it and that things will now get better for you and you are staying in my Friends List to as I do not want to miss you when you come on
I wish you the best of luck in your new Job
Big Hugs to you
@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
4 May 07
Thanks for keeping me in your list of friends Gabs. I will be around, but not as often. The hours are 8-4, with some weekends and an occasional 6:00 evening time. Hubby has promised to let me on the computer when I want to.
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@GardenGerty (157485)
• United States
9 May 07
Good for you, I figured you would probably be able to do it. I am excited for you. I know when we get busy with jobs, we myLot less, but we do not forget our old friends. You will keep us posted, and we will cheer you on. Your clients will love you.
@hockeygal4ever (10021)
• United States
9 May 07
Awesome news!!!! Good luck and best regards!
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
6 May 07
I of course will be back to see how everyone is doing. One of the things I will miss most is connecting with all of you on a daily basis.
@villageanne (8553)
• United States
7 May 07
Serina,
That is wonderful news. Oh no! That is sad news too. I will miss you on here. Who will I talk to? I will try to continue my discussions on here so you can still make a little cash. LOL You will not forget me though will you?? Your mother left gather and now you are leaving everything.
Good luck to you!
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
7 May 07
I am still planning to drop in at MyLot. My mother "said" she was leaving and then posted another article. She is just cutting back on the amount of time she spends there.
@Debs_place (10520)
• United States
5 May 07
Well congratulations! It sounds like it is back to the old grind for you!
I hear you about being on here less and less, it seems like I am exhausted after getting home from work. You will probably also be working 2nd shift. I don't get weekends off at all, I feel so out of sync with the rest of the world, but at least now I can pay my bills.
@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
5 May 07
Fortunately the work after 5:00 won't be too often. And as for the housework, we have a roomie that will take care of the housework during the daytime. That will leave me open for relaxation in the evening hours.
@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
6 May 07
Never thought to hold a party, but it doesn't sound like a bad idea!
@margieanneart (26423)
• United States
4 May 07
Hip hip horray!!! I am thrilled for you elusiveButterfly. That is great. Congratulations sugar. Now things should start to pick up for you more. How is hubby's job?
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
4 May 07
Hubby's job is going well. He said it is way to warm in the greenhouse he works in. It is often over 100 degrees. But, he still enjoys it!
@brendalee (6082)
• United States
4 May 07
That is the best news that I have heard in a long time. I am so happy for you. The only bad part is that you will be here less. But I suppose we will adjust. Huggers right back to you.
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
4 May 07
Oh, you make me not want to take the job! Not! I of course will be spending some time on MyLot too! Probably not as much as I had in previous months. You guys helped keep me sane!
@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
4 May 07
Thanks a bunch Shaun72. I am anxious to get started.
@kathy77 (7486)
• Australia
4 May 07
Congratulations Elusive, you must be extremely happy that you passed your tests for the PCA job. Oh we shall miss you but we know that you need the money to help your family, so I want to wish you luck with your position ahead of you and hope that you will be happy there.
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@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
4 May 07
I will be around for a visit every now and then. My MyLot friends are very important to me.
@PurpleTeddyBear (6685)
• Canada
7 May 07
Hi ElusiveButterfly,
Just wanted to drop by to say Congratulations on the new job. Hope all goes well, good luck!
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@KarenO52 (2950)
• United States
4 May 07
What great news. I'm happy for you. I hope you love your new job. Soon you'll be so busy that you won't have much time to be on here, but you can keep us updated whenever you can. Can't wait to hear about it once you start. I spent 3 years going to nursing school, and my favorite clinical experience was at a nursing home. I just loved the patients.
@ElusiveButterfly (45940)
• United States
4 May 07
I will be working with patients that should probably be in a nursing home, others that have been in therapy or in the hospital, or cannot do much on their own. I love working with people and helping them out.
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