Today (well yesterday technically) I got a call from PIOJ to say I did well in the interview and they were impressed so they are looking forward to seeing me for the second one. I must admit I was pleasantly surprised. I kept going over bits and pieces in my head and the various ways I could have made the interview better. But I am happy I did well to be one of three. I told my supe about it and he wasn't surprised...neither were others I told. So it seems I am the only one.
I now have my work cut out for me. I have to finish my paper, and then pack and also prepare since I must be even more prepared for this 2nd interview than the first. I'm trusting di Faddah to help me so I believe I will do well...the only question therefore should be "who did the "wellest"?".
Thursday, November 27, 2008
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Part 1. Check. Part 2?
I had a week to prepare for an interview for a possible job back home. And I tried to make sure I was as prepared as possible. So earlier I had my first (prelim) interview.
I was rather nervous. And they did ask some deep questions. And some not so deep ones. Yet I cannot gauge how I did. They gave questions, I gave answers. There were just a few times in the just over 17 min when I blanked for a few seconds, but I recovered enough to venture an answer. They asked me about myself- what makes me tick and what I enjoy doing. And there are SO many things I could have said, but they all came to me after the fact. And at the end I asked them questions...and they kept asking if I had any more. And I kept wondering if I was missing something.
The first face to face interview I had was really bad, and I only realised in hindsight. And I keep hearing over and over if there is anything you want to ask. And I hear myself saying no. So that experience has me wondering if I am missing something. But I am trusting God to know that if that job is mine, I will have it despite the hiccups.
So now I wait a week to hear their decision. And I also wait to hear from my supervisor who still have not returned my draft with comments. They asked me when I will be home, and I had to guestimate; I did let them know that it was all dependent on my draft though.
Is a second interview in my future? It's in God's hands now. And time will tell.
I was rather nervous. And they did ask some deep questions. And some not so deep ones. Yet I cannot gauge how I did. They gave questions, I gave answers. There were just a few times in the just over 17 min when I blanked for a few seconds, but I recovered enough to venture an answer. They asked me about myself- what makes me tick and what I enjoy doing. And there are SO many things I could have said, but they all came to me after the fact. And at the end I asked them questions...and they kept asking if I had any more. And I kept wondering if I was missing something.
The first face to face interview I had was really bad, and I only realised in hindsight. And I keep hearing over and over if there is anything you want to ask. And I hear myself saying no. So that experience has me wondering if I am missing something. But I am trusting God to know that if that job is mine, I will have it despite the hiccups.
So now I wait a week to hear their decision. And I also wait to hear from my supervisor who still have not returned my draft with comments. They asked me when I will be home, and I had to guestimate; I did let them know that it was all dependent on my draft though.
Is a second interview in my future? It's in God's hands now. And time will tell.
Sunday, November 16, 2008
The View
Yesterday was the first trip by the YDS to determine their package. Long story. Not getting into it. Anyways, our first stop was the Animal Flower Cave. WOW! The views were absolutely breath-taking! I don't think the pictures did them justice, however. The wind was also quite nice, and at one point I just had to let my hair flow with it. That's what combs are for, right?!
We didn't actually go into the cave since we'd have to pay. We decided we'd return another time, perhaps with more people. But I was satisfied with that view.
We left there and went to see Picotenerif (think that's the spelling)... not quite as close as we'd hoped, but we could still appreciate the beauty of it. We left there and went to Cherry Tree Hill with more beautiful views, and then we passed by the Wildlife Reserve (for information). Then we headed home.
I continued my preps for an interview I have coming up. A friend from home helped me with a mock interview that...let's just say didn't go well. But I persevere and I intend to be ready for it when the day arrives. I know God will come through for me as He always does.
We didn't actually go into the cave since we'd have to pay. We decided we'd return another time, perhaps with more people. But I was satisfied with that view.
We left there and went to see Picotenerif (think that's the spelling)... not quite as close as we'd hoped, but we could still appreciate the beauty of it. We left there and went to Cherry Tree Hill with more beautiful views, and then we passed by the Wildlife Reserve (for information). Then we headed home.
I continued my preps for an interview I have coming up. A friend from home helped me with a mock interview that...let's just say didn't go well. But I persevere and I intend to be ready for it when the day arrives. I know God will come through for me as He always does.
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Sunday, November 9, 2008
A Hike and a Lyme
Friday I had all intentions of going on the road just for going out sake. The dark sky coupled with some rather unique conversations online postponed that plan. No horrors. I'm used to staying home so the house-rat had little problems.
Saturday morning I woke up to be ready for 7 pm. It's hike-time! And this time I did make it despite 2 previous attempts. Due to communication issues, we ended up leaving late and with the tour guide having a different view of what was actually to happen. Minor matters.
The hike started in Shorey Village after an hour's driving. Geesh. Bus parked, potty break (for me), and a long journey ahead, we started the hike. We passed down a road with houses before reaching an area with none, a "river" and some bush (low) before reaching the sea.
From the start of the trip, I felt the warmth of the sun. It was rather warm. So with little shame left, I backed out my umbrella. The dainty comments never phased me. So there were little times during the hike that I didn't use it, because there was VERY little shade.
The view at the beach was absolutely beautiful. Breath-taking if you will. And yes, I did have my umbrella on the beach...we were just passing through though.
We passed many scenes along the way, ranging from scenic views to human destruction of beautiful earth.
Of course we had to pass through bush so I got prickly things on my clothes. The picture is showing some of it. There was more. And no, not cool. But I had help picking them off so that was nice.
Throughout the hike, I shared my artificial shade. One of the hikers felt sick at one point and it came in quite handy. One thing I didn't like about the hike was that the group was split more than it should have been, with some lagging behind and others going too fast (including the tour guide who doesn't seem to believe in walking slow). The hike ended with tired and thirsty people. We stopped by a mart and got some drinks while someone begged a ride for the driver to go get the bus (clearly we're tired!).
I came home in rain. I bathed, ate some good food (chicken strips I forgot I bought and only remembered because I was taking out something to thaw for dinner...sad, I know) and scrambled eggs and bread. Aahhh. Then sleep, glorious sleep! But it did hot so it was not as comfortable as I'd have liked. Did Chinese food in the evening (home-made, and wasn't as good as it was intended to me...still learning).
Sun I went to church at Chapman St in the morning, and a lyme (suggested by yours truly) in the afternooon. It was cool. Started a Scrabble game, ate some good food (maybe too much), and chilled a bit. Came home, called home and just chilled for the rest of the day.
A pretty good weekend.
PS: Congrats to all who graduated this weekend at Mona, with special mention to my cuz (mi proud bad...sniff...) and Dr. Hamil and Dr. Coke and neighbour. And all who I forgot (haven't taken the gingko in a while- sorry).
Saturday morning I woke up to be ready for 7 pm. It's hike-time! And this time I did make it despite 2 previous attempts. Due to communication issues, we ended up leaving late and with the tour guide having a different view of what was actually to happen. Minor matters.
The hike started in Shorey Village after an hour's driving. Geesh. Bus parked, potty break (for me), and a long journey ahead, we started the hike. We passed down a road with houses before reaching an area with none, a "river" and some bush (low) before reaching the sea.
From the start of the trip, I felt the warmth of the sun. It was rather warm. So with little shame left, I backed out my umbrella. The dainty comments never phased me. So there were little times during the hike that I didn't use it, because there was VERY little shade.
The view at the beach was absolutely beautiful. Breath-taking if you will. And yes, I did have my umbrella on the beach...we were just passing through though.
We passed many scenes along the way, ranging from scenic views to human destruction of beautiful earth.
Of course we had to pass through bush so I got prickly things on my clothes. The picture is showing some of it. There was more. And no, not cool. But I had help picking them off so that was nice.
Throughout the hike, I shared my artificial shade. One of the hikers felt sick at one point and it came in quite handy. One thing I didn't like about the hike was that the group was split more than it should have been, with some lagging behind and others going too fast (including the tour guide who doesn't seem to believe in walking slow). The hike ended with tired and thirsty people. We stopped by a mart and got some drinks while someone begged a ride for the driver to go get the bus (clearly we're tired!).
I came home in rain. I bathed, ate some good food (chicken strips I forgot I bought and only remembered because I was taking out something to thaw for dinner...sad, I know) and scrambled eggs and bread. Aahhh. Then sleep, glorious sleep! But it did hot so it was not as comfortable as I'd have liked. Did Chinese food in the evening (home-made, and wasn't as good as it was intended to me...still learning).
Sun I went to church at Chapman St in the morning, and a lyme (suggested by yours truly) in the afternooon. It was cool. Started a Scrabble game, ate some good food (maybe too much), and chilled a bit. Came home, called home and just chilled for the rest of the day.
A pretty good weekend.
PS: Congrats to all who graduated this weekend at Mona, with special mention to my cuz (mi proud bad...sniff...) and Dr. Hamil and Dr. Coke and neighbour. And all who I forgot (haven't taken the gingko in a while- sorry).
Sunday, November 2, 2008
New "Toy"
Yesterday I had planned to do a solo stint at the movies (double feature) but then a friend asked me if I wanted to practice some songs with her. I was cool with that. I went by her (she wasn't well) and chilled with her. After she felt better, we did some searching for songs we could probably do at church sometime. And I learnt something new. Youtube has karaoke stuff. It never occurred to be look for it or anything. But a light went off in my head- new hobby for new-found bumlife (though shortlived). We did recordings of 2 or 3 songs. Decent in some parts, hilarious in others. I came home and had to try this out. So I started recording my own stuff. Not much, but it was fun!
Today I went to church at Chapman Street. Was a good service. Got home, stuffed my face and tried to sleep. A certain seeker of God knows what decided to call me and wake me up so sleep was shot thereafter (thanks...I will keep reminding myself "revenge is mine, saith the Lord"). I watched a movie, read some more of my book, and also read couple chapters of the Bible (all before and/or after attempting to sleep). The rest of the day included watching more tv (mindless entertainment if you will) and singing!
PS: No, I am not posting anything on YouTube! They're for my purposes only...and I prefer audio alone. Not into the video thing.
Today I went to church at Chapman Street. Was a good service. Got home, stuffed my face and tried to sleep. A certain seeker of God knows what decided to call me and wake me up so sleep was shot thereafter (thanks...I will keep reminding myself "revenge is mine, saith the Lord"). I watched a movie, read some more of my book, and also read couple chapters of the Bible (all before and/or after attempting to sleep). The rest of the day included watching more tv (mindless entertainment if you will) and singing!
PS: No, I am not posting anything on YouTube! They're for my purposes only...and I prefer audio alone. Not into the video thing.
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
