On: First Days...

Last Monday (the 4th) marked my first day of work, and Monday (11th) marked Jon's first day of class.

We are officially "full time."

This change in status makes for relatively full days, but exciting days none-the-less. I take that back, our days were full and exciting before any of this came to fruition, it's just that our days are full of work now.

Allow me to paint you a picture with my summary brush:

I really like my job with consulting firm. I'm currently working within the Federal Human Services division in the Children, Youth and Family group on a project that helps low-income families save for, and purchase assets (homes, small businesses, or education). The firm has about 130 employees and it's been around for over 30 years. Also, from what it looks like, I will be working between 45-50 hours/week. Ah yes, since this is not a government gig, all bets are off regarding over-time:) In the grand scheme of things, this is not bad, AND, there are cool perks:

• I enjoy the work
• I have my own, small office
• Every Tuesday we're provided with free bagels & shmear from Manhattan Bagel!
• Every Wednesday the company offers massages for a small fee.
• Every Thursday we're provided with free cookies from Mrs. Fields(!!!!)
• Great benefits/time off
• Cool co-workers
• There seems to be free food everywhere, much of the time

And Jon? His first week has been, well, very academic (as you can imagine). Because of the change in curriculum, his schedule has been (and will continue to be) a little schizophrenic. He has classes five days a week, but none of the classes are scheduled at the same time each week--if that makes any sense... Molecular and Cellular Physiology (MCP) from 9-12 on Monday during week one, may fall from 9-11, then 1-2 on Monday of week two. Fortunately, he's developed a very strategic study schedule and has been flexing his organizational muscles, so all is well. This present term, covering MCP lasts until September 5. The following term starts up again the following week-- Metabolism and Signal Transduction. From what I've seen of the material, it looks VERY exciting. The human body is both amazing and disgusting. :)

The transition for both of us, from gainfully un-employed to super-full-time student/employee, has demanded that we both make the most of our time. This means being extremely diligent at work and school to ensure that we have time in the evening to hang out with each other and relax. I think it is safe to say that this is the most organized either one of us has ever been. Ever. It feels good:)