Since moving to my new location for the past year, I have had to change jobs three times in order to find my home job. It is about 10 minutes away from home in bus, and I get back at home about 2:40 pm. I work for 6 hours a day. The people that I have met are a joy to work with. Yes, miscommunication happens but I am quick to make things right.
My husband and I made a list entitled “How to Keep Your Job”.
- Don’t be late
- Do what they tell you
- Be polite, have manners
- Be careful what you say/interact with people
- See and observe
- Don’t complain until you get to know people at least for a few months
- Don’t compare yourself to others
- Ask those experienced for help and guidance
- Seek advice from teachers on paperwork, and teamwork
- Be gentle and calm when there is pressure, deadlines, and stress
- Silence is gold
- Look into the good of others rather than complaining.
- Pray to God for strength, and courage
This list is to remind me to always be above any negativity. Being a teacher, one is pulled in different directions. I added more to this list because I realize that I need help from others because this type of job will always require teamwork. One cannot be a lonely ranger.
Talking about loneliness, I realized about a few weeks that I needed to meet and join a group so I can build new friendships. So far, I joined on a performing arts group where I am an usher. I get to help people find their seats in the theater.
I also am going to start a new hobby next month which is ice skating. I need to buy myself a pair of ice skates.
In a couple of week, I will be on vacation in Columbia. I can’t wait to meet my family there as well as my dad. It is going to be fun and relaxing. I think 2021-2022 has been a bit of an adjustment since marrying and moving into a new home, with three different job changes. I pray to God that this job will be more lasting than my previous ones. Jesus and Mary, please keep me gentle, meek and humble. May I have the courage to be strong and find strength when I am weak. May I continue to evolve and find good company and friendship.
Con amor,
Lupita
Lupe y Vida 