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Girl’s Night in San Antonio

January 11, 2019 by Mellie Dee 2 Comments

I worked a full day and headed off to San Antonio right after. I was so tired and pooped out that the drive was actually not that great especially because it rained the whole time. Coffee didn’t even help and instead just made me want to pee.

Whenever I travel alone I usually bring along a stuffed animal for company. It makes me not as scared. I’m a kid at heart. It’s been tough doing things alone after having someone with you almost 24/7 but I’ve been pushing myself to be independent again.

It was almost a four hour drive but I survived! I drove to Patricia’s and we headed to Thuy’s soon after. I haven’t been to her house since the bridal shower and they got a lot of work done on the house. So homey and calming.

We went to Taquitos West Ave. I’ve been wanting to go here the last four times I’ve been in town so I was so excited. They are SO good! I’m told the other location is even better so my goodness I need that next time!

We went next door to the Panaderia West Ave, a bakery for some goodies. This one is actually for Patricia’s brother but hey, picture opportunity. I felt bad because germs but she said he wouldn’t mind so …

We stopped for a quick group picture before heading back to Thuy’s house. I’ve realized I don’t have many pictures with Thuy so this is perfect. I love y’all!

We went back to Thuy’s, gave Vu his food and sat on the couch with our wine. We talked about so many things but mostly about guys and the like. You know, usual girl talk.

I haven’t caught up with Thuy in so long so it was long overdue. Poor Patricia was a trooper for staying up best she could so I could have my hangout time with Thuy. You’re the best, P!

Me and Kieran’s Farewell Happy Hour

January 10, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

We had food trucks at work today! I was told we get to every Tuesday and Thursday which is pretty cool.

Breaking Bao Food Truck | Pork and Fried Chicken Bao

I got the combo of two baos and fries. I got the fried chicken and the pork belly. Both equally delicious.

I left work a little early and called an Uber for a ride to El Big Bad. Kieran was already there and soon enough everyone started flowing in. I was glad Priscilla was able to make it.

After people started leaving Kieran, his girlfriend, some guy from work, Salim, Priscilla and I went next door to Frank’s for pizza. It was nice being a smaller crowd so we could catch up. Soon enough it was time to go home and Salim was nice enough to offer me a ride back to my sister’s so I didn’t have to be in some creepy guys car. We had to walk back to his car though but I didn’t mind as that was probably the last time I was going to walk through downtown like that.

It’s so early and I’m so tired I’m calling it a night. Tomorrow is going to be a long day.

First Day at My Old Company

January 9, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

I finally got to see the sunrise. It’s the first time in a long time. Traffic had already built but I’m hoping going in earlier will help. Even with the traffic going home wasn’t bad. Thank goodness.

Lunch with Angie and Erin | Fried Chicken

I said hi to some of my old coworkers and holding off on others until my account sets up. My official start date is the 21st so I’m just cruising in early to get a hold of everything.

I was able to grab lunch with Angie and Erin and catch up which was nice. It’s back to lunches at my desk though so we shall see how that goes.

I am pooped and I know I’ll be tired tomorrow night but I have high hopes it’s going to be fun and worth it. Tomorrow night is me and Kieran’s joint farewell happy hour. It’s going to be the last time I see everyone from my previous job. I have low expectations since I was only there for eight months but I do hope I made some lasting friendships.

Last Day of Work

January 8, 2019 by Mellie Dee Leave a Comment

My last day of work face. Noah says I look cross-eyed. Darn lazy eye.

Work went by super fast. I spent it updating work instructions, making sure the auto download works on the server, have meetings and one with the vendors, and the such. It was definitely one of the busiest days I’ve ever had there.

Doozo and Switch with Noah, Kieran, Salim

It was lunchtime before I knew it and Noah walked with me to Doozo. I wanted Treebeards but they were busy and I was lazy to wait.

We brought our food back to the kitchen and I received a message. Soon Noah and I were in a room with Kieran and Salim eating lunch and playing the switch!

Even that went by so fast that soon enough I was walking out the door. Sad to leave because the people there are amazing but happy because a new chapter is to begin.

I went and got my nails done because I obviously need to make a good first impression at my new job tomorrow. I am so tired and cannot wait to go to bed. And the way shorter commute is going to be so sweet.

Career Update

January 7, 2019 by Mellie Dee 2 Comments

I have some great news that I’ve been keeping under wraps because I was not ready to share it yet until it was more final.

My current job gave me an offer to stay on board indefinitely but another company had also done so at the same time. A couple of days before Christmas, I decided to accept the offer from the other company and will have to say goodbye to everyone tomorrow as I start my new job on Wednesday.

Today for lunch, Vicky, Kieran, Salim, Justin, and I went to Finn Hall. We all got food from Sit Lo except for Justin who went for Mediterranean. It was my last meal with this group. I am a bit sad because for all the years I’ve ever worked, this group is one that I would say has been easy to talk to.

Also, so far, Finn Hall has been a “no thanks” from me. I haven’t had anything that I’d say I would come back for because it’s good.

After work, I went over to Mallory’s for our hangout since this whole rest of the week will be busy with me starting a new job and farewell happy hour come Thursday.

We ordered Bonchon, talked about random things while John eavesdropped on random parts of our conversations and wanted more deets. JJ is getting his sassy attitude and it makes me laugh so much.

I’ve written goodbye letters for all eight of my interns and one for the future sole supervisor. She was my backup when I wasn’t available so I know she’ll kick butt at it.

I’m a little extra and embossed everyone’s names on the envelopes.

Goodbye Letters to the Interns | Open Me Wax Seal

So extra that I bought a wax seal stamper that says “Open Me”. I still need practice but majority of them came out okay.

I am mentally drained spreading my knowledge to everyone at work and when Wednesday comes it’ll be even more drained since I will be learning a lot.

My official first day is not until the 21st but my new boss said that if I am able to come in starting this week, she’ll give me two extra weeks of vacation! Six weeks of vacation total? Sure!