Been Busy

Been Busy

      Well,it has been a while since I've written an update. Sorry about that . Here it is Dec 1st 2011 already. Where does the time go?  I've been driving bus now for awhile.On Dec. 13th it will be 6 months and that is when my probation period ends. So far so good. I look smart in my uniform with black patent leather shoes. very professional.
        I had to get out of the tent , I don't think I could of handled the heat and misery one more day .I say that but you do what you gotta do whether you like it or not.
         Ah but here's the good news. I moved into a place called value place .it is a motel only it is a studio instead of just a room. kitchen and bathroom ,tv. very nice and new. very expensive though. $250 a week . no lease $100 deposit. A bus ride into work then bike it home ( 40 min ride ) because I get off at 3am. I bring the last bus in. I need 2 hrs to get to work but at least I have a job, clean clothes .and a beautiful shower. My cooking is kind of bland but nutricious. I pack sandwiches for lunch. Quite an improvement right there. I left an it's yours note on the tent when I left, I haven't even been by it out of curiosity , I would really prefere not see it .Who needs that.
       I had tacos homemade for thanksgiving, not bad if I say so myself. I'm thankful for the stability I now enjoy . saving is still difficult. the price of everything seems to have gone up and I know people think bus drivers make alot of money,not true after benefit costs taxes etc I bring in $750  bi-weekly on 41 hrs a week. but I'm not broke and I'm able to help out other folks here and there.
      A brighter day did come and the future looks good. I just go to work stay out of trouble and develop interests. so as I said been busy.

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A Big Break Coming ?

A Big Break Coming ?                                

(   Ignore the dates - I wanted these posts in progressive order    )

I applied for a training position driving city bus about  2 months ago.I passed the application process , then some preliminary testing. Then I was interviewed by a panel of three on  4/26/ 11 .Now I'm waiting to hear back from the bus company , they said I should know by  2 weeks.I went and got the study handbook (CDL ) because if I am accepted training starts on   6/13 . I was told to have my permit with me so wish me luck. I really need a good job to rise up out of this present situation.I just hope I get hired and can figure a way to stay alive until I get that first paycheck. I think it is a bi-weekly ( of course ) Here's to hoping fortunes do change.



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Getting Closer

Getting  Closer

I got the call I'm in at the bus company. the unexpected happened again. I need proof of my H.S. diploma and I have to have a checking account because they only pay through direct deposit. Passing the drug test and physical should be no problem as long as I don't get nervous and my pulse and blood pressure rise. I can also pass the background check and driving record but I don't even know if my H.S. still has my diploma on file . I have to be in Mon. morning to fill out paperwork. I'm so close but here's where everything always goes wrong. O.K. I'll be positive , no sweat right .Improvise and overcome . Don't take no for an answer.

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Closer Still

Closer  Still


Hello   Hurray   Let the show begin....    I went in to fill out paperwork for RTS , That's the Gainesville Bus Co. They set me up for my D.O.T. physical on thurs 5/12 .  They sent me down to the health stop for drug testing. ( See I told you not everyone that's homeless is a drug user ) They are still in the process of doing background checks but I should be fine on that. I'm still working on the direct deposit problem . I can almost allow myself to be happy , I'm actually starting to believe this is all going to work out. I will be getting paid bi-weekly $11.50 to start. THEY pay for the training , only I had to sign a paper that states If for some reason I don't complete the training and go to work for the city. Then I'll have to pay them back for that portion , some or all of what they spent on me It's about $2,000 . So I better Pass.   I hate to ask but if some of you could donate a little something I'd really appreciate it I'll need food money, bus $ etc. until I get a check because if I'm training and studying I won't be able to get to the soup kitchen.

Thankyou  Friends!   

                                                            
                                                  
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Getting Hot

Getting  Hot

I had to do my newspaper stuffing job this morning  12:30am - 3:00am then I slept from 4:00 - 7:30 . I had to get going , big day ahead. I first went to my secret shower spot , got back to my tent and put on clean clothes.
Then I hoofed it to the library , so I could be there when it opened . Last night I left and forgot my flash drive in a computer . Of course it wasn't there or at lost and found . I suppose I can over time replace my files and folders but man this sure did bum me out.
I'm to happy to worry about that now because I took my D.O.T. ( department of transportation ) physical today.
I PASSED ( just barely ) remember I said I get nervous when that blood pressure cuff goes on me , well my pressure was too high and that would have flunked me out of the training program. I relaxed and they took it again . O.K. This was a full physical - urine , blood , hearing , vision , Doctor exam .
I got my card and it is good for two years . Although the bus co. re tests annually. So one more hurdle jumped .   pat , pat , pat , on my own back .

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Job Details

Job  Details

I was informed there will be a 3hour orientation class. I will be notified when it is to be held. This will answer remaining questions . where and when , how long does training last ? etc. I will post an update when I know more

6/1/2011-post date

CONFIRMED

CONFIRMED

Human resources just  sent me an E-MAIL . We have cleared your paperwork , can you start training on  6/13? ( Hells yes !! ) I  replied and asked if my payroll info was acceptable. I guess it was but I want solid answers , no surprises and what time exactly do I have to be there. Now if I can solve the transportation issue ie- bike or bus pass. and lunch $$ I'll be fine .I've been studying the CDL manual and plan to take my permit test Fri. to give me time to retake it if I fail. but failure is not an option . besides first exam is free re-takes cost  $10 so I need to get it right the first time.



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