365 Days of Happiness - Day 119

April 29

I worked my first night shift at work. It went well.  I sold a membership, which is exactly what I needed to do.  I also learned how the closing duties are handled.  It was a pretty calm night.

Among the normal things, I helped a little girl find a toy and she was very excited about it.

Though, I know this was not where I thought I would be.  Things are going well.  I'm getting a paycheck again.  I am feeling confident about my ability to sustain my puppy and my own life.  Now the question is for how much longer shall we be apart.  My hope is no later than June 1.

Here's hoping the shooting star I saw tonight means good things are ahead.

Well, I have an early day tomorrow.  Night world!  May joy be with you all!

~Norma Jean

365 Days of Happiness - Day 118

April 28

There is a lot of hate, unhappiness, and unrest in the news these days.  There are riots.  There are abductions of kids.  There are murders.  What we need is more love and kindness to each other.  There needs to be more respect for others and what they go through.  We are all in this together.

Again this is the reason behind this blog.  This is my attempt to help out and give something back to a world hurting.  I just wish there was more I could do.

So, my happiness today is just being able to do something nice for someone else.  I made a cake for my boyfriend's family.  Since they've been so amazing about me staying with them, I just want them to know how grateful I am.

I hope you have put some happiness into the world today.  Just be kind to those around you.

Much love,
~Norma Jean

365 Days of Happiness - Day 116

April 26

My happiness today is getting to help my boyfriend prepare for his interview tomorrow.  Fingers crossed that he gets the job.  If he does, then the next step is apartment hunting.  Luckily, we have an apartment picked out that we love.  Here's hoping we can sign a lease soon!

~Norma Jean

365 Days of Happiness - Day 115

April 25

My eight hour shift went fast.  I was surprised, but I had a lot of fun.  They had me doing everything in the music / movie department.  I was answering phones, helping people, making announcements, along with a lot of other duties.  It was great.

My happiness was finally getting to help people and succeed in locating things.  One guy was looking for a Broadway production of "Gypsy". We had one copy and I found it for him.  He was so appreciative of my work.  Also, the encouragement from my coworkers that I was doing everything right.  That just makes me feel so much better about it.  I know I can do this!

Again a big thank you out there to everyone who has been backing me and my decisions in life.  You are the best and I'm thankful to have you in my life!

~Norma Jean

365 Days of Happiness - Day 114

April 24

Today I have a day off and I enjoyed it.  I do have a job today and that is to help my guy work on his interview for Monday.  I'm so excited and proud of him!  I know he'll nail this and I'll help all I can.

Tomorrow is a full day for me though.  I have an eight hour day and I'm excited and nervous.  Wish me luck.

~Norma Jean

365 Days of Happiness - Day 113

April 23

Hi all!  Sorry I've been away for a few days.  Been a bit busy.  Let me tell you about it.

Over the weekend, I spent a couple of days back in Iowa.  I had to take care of a few things.  I also got to spend some time with my mom, sister, and my adorable puppy.  Leaving on Tuesday was difficult.  It's tough having your life split between two places.  Hopefully, that won't be for to much longer.

I've been back at work with now a week under my belt.  Things are slowly getting easier and I'm getting more comfortable.  I really think this job is going to be a lot fun.  My paycheck might not agree, but so much amazing stuff to buy.  Once a month, I'll use my allotted cash to treat myself. Haha!!!

So, good things are ahead!  I am so excited and happy for the future!

I'll be better about keeping you updated on my own personal happiness!  I hope you're having your own!

Much love!
~Norma Jean

365 Days of Happiness - Day 109

April 19

Today has been bittersweet.  My other half is in another state and I miss him, but I had a few things to do at home.  I ran back for a couple of days to get them taken care of.  I luckily got to spend some much needed time with my mom, sister, and of course my puppy.

Tomorrow I take care of the rest of my errands and then I have to head back up; back to work and back to my guy.

The joys of being an adult!  Haha!

~Norma Jean