Christmas, and turkey, and screaming teenagers…(Oh my….)
So, I was one of the unfortunate souls who had to work on Black Friday. I debate on using the term fortunate OR unfortunate for two reasons:
1. Fortunate because I got to avoid the barbaric crowds, the insane lines, and I got more hours on my paycheck.
2. Unfortunate because I want a vacation…dammit.
Having one random day off in the middle of the week sucks ass. I was at work for about 45 minutes, when al of a sudden my mood/energy just crash landed into the concrete floor. I wanted to go home, but I also really wanted that gift card for the showroom. As it turns out, every employee (temporary or not) receives a gift card for the holidays equal to the amount worked on Friday and Saturday. It’s great because I get to buy these really fancy little knick-knacks and whatnot for my friends and family…and I don’t have to pay for it. 
I agreed to work on Sunday, so I’m dreading the LONG haul until next Sunday…the 6th….my next day off….but yay for money!!
Overall, Thanksgiving wasn’t too shabby. I helped my grandmother put together lasagna (no, we’re not Italian…we’re just non-traditionalists…sometimes). Mom didn’t come, which sparked a few private conversations about her depression. I’m at a loss over what to do. Do I yell at her, grab her hand and drag her out of the house? No…because she’s my Mom. I love her to death, and I’m acting the same way she did when I was out of work for 6 months. I can only do so much…
And yes…I saw Twilight. I was pretty satisfied with the movie, despite the droves of 12 and 13 year old girls in the theatre that gasped when Edward came onto the screen (I can’t remember the actors name and am too lazy to look it up right now). I now am in posession of an “IOU” card with Kim’s name on it for putting up with the crowd (yes doll, I’m rubbing it in your face only slightly.) I love any kind of vampire movie, and am always intrigued by the new spin on a classic creature. Check out Dracula 2000 if you don’t know what I mean. The take on Dracula was ingenious, even if the movie was pure B-rated glory.
Anyway, everybody take it easy. Maybe I’ll find a free thought or two and toss them up here before my next day off…8 days and counting…..
You liked it, and you know it.
I hated working in retail for the black friday. I worked at a clothing store and was forced to work over 12 hours and with only a half hour lunch brake due to some employees quiting that day. The nerve of them.
I loved Dracula 2000. I am also facinated by any kind of vampire movie or book.
Hopefully you get through the week until your day off. Good luck!