February 2010
7 posts
The twist
When I started the clothing business I knew I wanted to work part time while the business was trying to take off. I knew it would be hard to find a job in this economy, but this letter is really laughable.
My college degree is in ANIMAL HEALTH SCIENCE, and the job title is ANIMAL HEALTH INVESTIGATOR!
There is really no other explanation for the fact that I can’t get a job, even in my field...
Another new twist
RE: Animal Health Investigator Dear Applicant: Thank you for seeking employment with the County of San Bernardino. We regret to inform you that, based on the information you provided, you do not meet the minimum requirements for this position. Please visit our website at www.sbcounty.gov/hr for other employment opportunities. Note however, you may not re-apply for this position for a period of...
Back to the Shelter
I decided to volunteer at the animal shelter where I used to work, Coachella Valley Animal Campus. I’ve been gone from there for about 6 months now and it feels like I never left. I mentioned this fact to my boss and she was worried that I felt the same amount of stress, and it’s not that. It’s that the people there feel like my family and they welcome me back with open arms...
Birthday Time!
What a great birthday! It was my 27th today and I got to spend the entire day with my hubby. He surprised me by taking the day off and taking me to my favorite place…Disneyland! I love going to Disneyland on my birthday because I get to pick the rides, and I usually tend to stick to the kiddie rides. It makes me feel like a kid again:) My absolute favorite ride at Disneyland is Peter Pan. I...
January 2010
2 posts
The Basics
theretreatclothing:
The first step in creating a fabulous wardrobe is to start with the basics. The basics in my closet are usually in black, white, tan, and brown. For now we are just discussing clothing, but don’t worry you shoe fanatics, we will get there. Here are 10 basics that have made my wardrobe successful:
1. Plain T-shirts: I like mine in black or white, and I tend to by v-neck...
Home parties
So I need people willing to host home parties for my store The Retreat. That includes all of you sisters and sisters-in-law:) I will come to your place and bring all my clothes. You get a free gift, and a discount, and you have a cool way to shop and hang out with your friends. It’s a win/win situation!
Email me at alanamayer2@yahoo.com if you would like The Retreat to come to your house.
December 2009
5 posts
Starting a business
Well I don’t know what I was thinking it would be like when I started this clothing store, but man it’s definitely new territory. I thought my store would take off and be wildly successful as soon as I opened my online doors. Wow was I surprised. I know it’s all about getting your name out there, but I think that’s the hardest part of all. I am not the most outgoing person,...
Open House at The Retreat
theretreatclothing:
If you missed the first open house at The Retreat, don’t fret, we are are having another one! Come by on December 19th from 11am-4pm and receive 10% off your purchase! We have beautiful holiday dresses, warm winter coats, and cozy accessories. Check off your own Christmas wish list or find something fabulous for that special someone. We are located at 34955 Cedar Avenue in...
November 2009
3 posts
Welcome Home
Jason smiled the most I have seen him smile in a very long time. No the office isn’t on, no he didn’t get a new gadget for his road bike…Curtis came home today! Jason tried to hide his excitement, but how could he hide the huge smile when he knows he will have someone to ride bikes with again, and shoot guns with again, and go sailing with again, and tell weird jokes to again?...
I did it!
Well the website for The Retreat is up, but customers will have to wait to purchase items until I get approval from the credit card company. Wow, what a learning process this is! I thought I was well prepared for the opening of the store, but everyday I learn something new. This experience has been exciting, and very scary. It’s scary to step out and do something that is out of your comfort...
October 2009
4 posts
1 year of marriage
I honestly did not think that marriage would be as fun as it has turned out to be. I’m not saying there haven’t been moments where Jason and I get frustrated with each other, but those moments definitely do not outweigh the good ones. I can only hope that Jason and I will have many, many more years of wedded bliss! My biggest piece advice to all my friends and family (sisters;) that...
September 2009
6 posts
The Office
A new season of the office has started, but something just feels out of place. Where did 30 rock go? I don’t think thats what feels out of place…oh I just realized…Curtis isn’t here watching it with us. Last night Jason said “see you later” when the show was over. I said, who are you talking to. He said “Curtis. I would be saying bye if he was here.”...
strong willed child
A couple of months ago Jason made a huge improvement to the backyard by adding sod. He worked diligently tearing apart the old dirt yard, digging trenches for sprinklers, and getting the ground ready for sod. He enlisted the help of his dad, Bernie, who also worked diligently trying to get the yard ready for sod. When it was finally in, it was a beautiful site to admire. We could actually sit at...
New Job
So as most of you know, I recently terminated my employment at CVAC. I may have even mentioned it in the last entry. For those of you who know me and read this, you know why, so I will not go into the specifics.
During the weeks leading up to and following my unemployment I did some serious soul searching to figure out what life had in store for me. I realized the one thing I loved as much...
August 2009
2 posts
June 2009
9 posts
japanese chicken
who wouldn’t want to do this
i want to play...
I want to be on a japanese game show and wear spandex from head to toe, and be launched into metal blocks, and go swimming in a pool of flour. doesn’t everyone want to?
Fearless
The other night Jason and I took the dogs on their walk. It was that time of day when the sun was going down and it wasn’t dark yet, but it was hard to see into corners and such. Well somehow Jason noticed this person lying on the ground in some oleander bushes. At first the person looked lifeless, but Jason asked “hey man, you ok?” The person said yeah, and layed his head back...
be nice
people can you please be nice to your animals? if you take an animal into your home, take responsibilty for WHATEVER happens to that pet. they are innocent creatures who deserve our respect and our love. they will love you unconditionally, and they do not deserve to be beaten, abused, or negelected. i saw many ugly things today at work, and it made me lose hope in the human race. i want to have...
May 2009
4 posts
“the greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its...”
dogs in purses
So my hubby and I were just watching the boob tube, and there was a show where a realator was showing first time buyers some houses. This real estate agent was carrying in her purse, a little, ugly…dog! Who does that? I mean besides Paris Hilton. Who wants to carry a thing that poops and pees without diapers, in their purse?! Dogs are meant to walk on leashes, and pee on trees, and smell all...
...the right thing
Today was the first day I have called in sick in a while. I always feel too bad to call in. This is lame, I have like 1,000 sick hours that are never going to get used. I try to do the right thing…by not calling in sick that is. But is it really the right thing to go to work sick? No one wants your germs, no one wants to be laying in bed all day with the chills, no one wants to be hanging...
