Hearing some nice words from my supervisor at work

Yesterday while I was working, Miss D (the nurse) told me that I need to get a second dose of the PPD shot. It is a skin test if you have a tuberculosis with you. I had once done and turned out negative. You needed two doses as it is required. I am done with the PPD test. The next time I will have it is next year if I continue to work with this health care facility.

I am in my last room to clean when Ms. D asks me that she needed me in her office for the PPD shot. I told her that she is mean every time she gave me a shot. She just smiles at me. She knew that I hate shot.

I left after I had the shot and continue my work. I noticed that my left arm where I had a shot is bleeding. I went to the nurse office but no one is around. I went to my supervisor's office and asks her if she has a band-aide. She said she does not have any but she knows where the nurse put the band-aide.

She covered my arm with the band-aide. I told her thank you for doing that. She said that "I am so sweet" and that they are lucky to hired me. I just smiled back and told her that I am grateful and lucky to work here. I told her that I have the best supervisor which she is. My supervisor always work for our schedules. She always around every time we need something.

I LOVED working in this health care facility. I LOVED talking to the residents and help them if I could. Being kind to one another makes working this health care facility the best place to work for me.

My very first pay check at work

I still have a copy of my very first pay check back in 2002. It was $24 for the four hours training at the nursing home. Back them I made $6 an hour. 

It has been 13 years and am now am back to work. This is my very first pay check after working in the health care facility which is only six minutes drive from where I live. I worked 27 hours that week. I was trained for three days and a day in the orientation. They also add the $50 for the uniform allowance.

This might be a small amount for others. As for me I am very thankful. I shared some to my Mom in the Philippines. Bought some new clothes for me and my kids. I also save a little. As to this date, I received four checks already.

I have worked for almost two months. The job is getting easier as I now know the routine. I will not trade anything in this job. Talking to the old residents and listening to their stories makes my job a lot easier. I made many new friends at work mostly nursing aide as we always bump into each other in one room.

This job is a blessing in disguise. I hope I can work longer and have the energy to go to work in my schedules. I usually work three times a week as I am only part-time. I got called once to work overtime.  

My gratitude gathering for two Filipina that helped me to have this job

I cannot believe that it has been 5 weeks today since I started working. It seems like the time goes so quick so fast.

Anyway, I am thankful to these two Filipina M & E for helping me to have this job in a health care facility. I am so beyond grateful for these two. Work is so physical and so tiring. The best part is walking. It is like you are working out while doing your job. My favorite is talking to the residents and get to know them better.

On February 28th, I invited my two Filipina friends to our house. They both were working that day. It was my day off. I made sure that our house is presentable. I told them to come over after work. I was surprised that they bring with them another co-worker of mine. I just want them to be surprised. Ms. K also is one of the women that trained me at work. I am happy that she came with them.

I bought a small cake for them which I write a Thank you M & E in the middle. I also made some Filipino food like pork adobo, pancit and chicken macaroni salad. E's family arrive few minutes. It was a small gathering but I am so happy that they both came. We had a wonderful time so as my family.   

Applying for a job after almost 13 years since the last time I worked

I was not planning on applying for a job. My hubby wants me to work when he retires. By then, am too old to work. Anyway, I saw an old friend at the store, she said that one of her co-workers left for work. She said that she will get me an application. I said sure and thank you for that knowing that I never thought that she will really bring me an application. 

I filled-up the application. It has been almost 13 years since the last time I worked here in America. I stopped working when my son was born. I have no clue that the woman will interviewed me right away in the moment. She wants me to work right away. They needed one female for housekeeping which is pretty similar work as my first time job here in America. The only opening is around 7:30 in the morning. I told her that I will call her back after talking to my husband. My husband said  I cannot work in that time as my daughter's bus pick-up is at 8:45. Nobody is with her when the bus will pick her up.

I called the woman back at the nursing home. I told her I cannot work that time. She said let me get back to you in few days and will ask some girls if they will switch to that schedule for me. I was surprised that she called me that my old friend adjusted her time so I can have the schedule for 9:30. How awesome she is. I am so grateful for that. The nursing home is only five minutes drive to where I live. 

Today I had my physical exam by the doctor which I passed. Tomorrow I will an hour of work skill assessment test. If I passed this assessment then I can start working. The woman already give me my work schedules. How ironic that is. I am so freaking excited. When opportunity knocks on your door, you have no choice but to grab it. I am also thankful to my old friend and especially to God. 

If I passed my assessment tomorrow, I will look for a scrub uniform. They also refund you for the uniform you buy if the total is $50. Please help me pray that I will pass the work skill assessment. What it is? You have to make sure that you can push a 50 pounds cart, also know how to use a step tool to open a blind from the residents room. This is only some test that I know. I am looking forward for it by tomorrow. The start rate is $9.18 per hour. I work 5 hours and 30 minutes. It is not a big money for others but it is a lot for me. They also give me a copy of the nursing home work policy and everything you need to know when you are working in the nursing home. Please wish me luck. 

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Book SERIES Choice 2015

2015 brought us so many fabulous books, both stand alone reads and part of wonderful series, here are the reviewers top three favorite series...

Top 3 Book Reviewers SERIES Choice for 2015

IN FIRST PLACE......

Wild Boys After Dark Series by Melissa Foster

Hotter, spicier and naughtier than Melissa Foster's previous romances and all reviewers loved them!! Prepare to be more than just warmed up ;-)

Everything’s naughtier after dark… Fall in love with the Wild & Bad boys. Long enough to burn up the sheets and short enough to leave you craving more. If raw emotions, cursing, dirty-talk, or intense, passionate sex, turn you off, then the After Dark books are not for you.

*NO CLIFFHANGERS*

While each book may be read as a standalone, you might enjoy reading all the Wild Boys After Dark series.

**CONTENT WARNING: Due to mature content, recommended for readers aged 18+**

The Wild Boys After Dark Series in order....

Wild Boys After Dark: Logan Wild Boys After Dark: Heath Wild Boys After Dark: Jackson Wild Boys After Dark: Cooper

See the full Wild Boys After Dark Series HERE

"HOT HOT HOT!!! Stella and Logan have an instant attraction to one another and Oh My GOD – the sex between them left my kindle sizzling and steaming! I knew the book would be phenominal before I started it, simply because it is a Melissa Foster book, but dang! This was amazing!" - Cali Book Reviews on Wild Boys After Dark: Logan 

"This is the perfect escape for a quiet night at home with glass of wine in hand and a warm bubble bath slowly filling." - A Gluten Free Mom on Wild Boys After Dark: Heath

"This book will burn your desires. It is short but oh so good!" - Jessica Cassidy on Wild Boys After Dark: Jackson

"In true Melissa Foster style she brought the reader a new family of hot sexy men. These men are a little hotter and a little sexier than others she has written about. The storyline is more graphic than other books in her series. I am definitely in lust with these men." - A Soccer Mom's Book Blog on Wild Boys After Dark: Cooper

IN SECOND PLACE.....

Love in Bloom Series by Melissa Foster

The award winning Love in Bloom Series by New York Times & USA Today bestselling author Melissa Foster is a firm favorite with all the reviewers, also voted first place in the Reviewers Favorite Series 2014. Full of sensual, wonderful stories that invite you in to enjoy and relish.

Love in Bloom is an award-winning steamy contemporary romance series following alpha male heroes and sexy, empowered women on their search for true love. They’re flawed, funny & passionate. Characters from each family appear in future series. Each book can be read as a stand alone novel, but for the most enjoyments, read them in series order.

The Love in Bloom Series families....

Snow Sisters The Bradens The Remingtons Seaside Summers The Ryders

See the full Love in Bloom Series HERE

"Melissa has a gift for creating the best book boyfriends that a girl could ask for. She adds just the right amount of angst, some steam, and a lot of family love to bring us these wonderful contemporary romances." - Recommended Romance on Healed by Love

 "Melissa Foster has created a classic love story with modern day drama. Never ceases to amaze me how she can take an emotional story and make you feel so much while on the journey." - Hopeless Romantic on Healed by Love

 "Foster always brings a wonderful story to the pages but this one was one of my top favorites." 

-  It's My Side of Life on Seaside Nights

"This is a truly beautiful story, the chase, the romancing the hotness it has it all. Another brilliant instalment to this fantastic series." - Stressed Rach on Romancing My Love

IN THIRD PLACE...

Paradise Series by Deborah Brown

Amazon bestselling author Deborah Brown writes an addictive fun mystery series that keep reviewers wanting more as soon as they have finished reading them, also chosen in the Reviewers Favorite Series 2014. 

The Paradise series, are Florida Keys mysteries, “great as stand-alone reads, but they're like chips...you won't be able to devour just one!”

The Paradise Series in order

Crazy in Paradise Deception in Paradise Trouble in Paradise Murder in Paradise Greed in Paradise Revenge in Paradise Kidnapped in Paradise Swindled in Paradise

See the full Paradise Series HERE or on Amazon HERE

"The characters that she interacts with make for one heck of a story. They are outrageous! I could easily see this being made into a comedy." -  Cinnamon Hollow on Crazy in Paradise 

"Greed in Paradise is by far the best of the Paradise series so far. It seemed like just about every page was a cliffhanger of some sorts that kept me reading for more. And as usual, I can't wait for the next book of the series!" - Smith and Blessings on Greed in Paradise

“I love the characters with their attitudes and personalities not always agreeing it is a great read!" -  Life as Leels on Kidnapped in Paradise 

"Oh how I love, love, love this series!! Madison and Fab will have you chuckling right along with wondering how in the world they will get out of the messes they get themselves into!" -  Miki's Hope on Swindled in Paradise 

Book Reviewers Choice 2015

2015 brought us so many fabulous books, both stand alone reads and part of wonderful series, here are the reviewers top three favorite series..... 

Top 3 Book Reviewers SERIES Choice for 2015

IN FIRST PLACE......

Wild Boys After Dark Series by Melissa Foster

Hotter, spicier and naughtier than Melissa Foster's previous romances and all reviewers loved them!!  Prepare to be more than just warmed up ;-)

Everything’s naughtier after dark… Fall in love with the Wild & Bad boys. Long enough to burn up the sheets and short enough to leave you craving more. If raw emotions, cursing, dirty-talk, or intense, passionate sex, turn you off, then the After Dark books are not for you.  

*NO CLIFFHANGERS*

While each book may be read as a standalone, you might enjoy reading all the Wild Boys After Dark series.

**CONTENT WARNING: Due to mature content, recommended for readers aged 18+**

The Wild Boys After Dark Series in order....
Wild Boys After Dark: Logan
Wild Boys After Dark: Heath
Wild Boys After Dark: Jackson
Wild Boys After Dark: Cooper

See the full Wild Boys After Dark Series HERE

"HOT HOT HOT!!! Stella and Logan have an instant attraction to one another and Oh My GOD – the sex between them left my kindle sizzling and steaming! I knew the book would be phenominal before I started it, simply because it is a Melissa Foster book, but dang! This was amazing!" - Cali Book Reviews on Wild Boys After Dark: Logan 

"This is the perfect escape for a quiet night at home with glass of wine in hand and a warm bubble bath slowly filling." - A Gluten Free Mom on Wild Boys After Dark: Heath

"This book will burn your desires. It is short but oh so good!" - Jessica Cassidy on Wild Boys After Dark: Jackson

"In true Melissa Foster style she brought the reader a new family of hot sexy men. These men are a little hotter and a little sexier than others she has written about. The storyline is more graphic than other books in her series. I am definitely in lust with these men." - A Soccer Mom's Book Blog on Wild Boys After Dark: Cooper

IN SECOND PLACE.....

Love in Bloom Series by Melissa Foster

The award winning Love in Bloom Series by New York Times & USA Today bestselling author Melissa Foster is a firm favorite with all the reviewers, also voted first place in the Reviewers Favorite Series 2014. Full of sensual, wonderful stories that invite you in to enjoy and relish.  

Love in Bloom is an award-winning steamy contemporary romance series following alpha male heroes and sexy, empowered women on their search for true love. They’re flawed, funny & passionate. Characters from each family appear in future series. Each book can be read as a stand alone novel, but for the most enjoyments, read them in series order.

The Love in Bloom Series families....

Snow Sisters

The Bradens

The Remingtons

Seaside Summers

The Ryders

See the full Love in Bloom Series HERE

"Melissa has a gift for creating the best book boyfriends that a girl could ask for. She adds just the right amount of angst, some steam, and a lot of family love to bring us these wonderful contemporary romances." - Recommended Romance on Healed by Love

 "Melissa Foster has created a classic love story with modern day drama. Never ceases to amaze me how she can take an emotional story and make you feel so much while on the journey." - Hopeless Romantic on Healed by Love

 "Foster always brings a wonderful story to the pages but this one was one of my top favorites." 
-  It's My Side of Life on Seaside Nights

"This is a truly beautiful story, the chase, the romancing the hotness it has it all. Another brilliant instalment to this fantastic series." - Stressed Rach on Romancing My Love

IN THIRD PLACE.....

Paradise Series by Deborah Brown

Amazon bestselling author Deborah Brown writes an addictive fun mystery series that keep reviewers wanting more as soon as they have finished reading them, also chosen in the Reviewers Favorite Series 2014. 

The Paradise series, are Florida Keys mysteries, “great as stand-alone reads, but they're like chips...you won't be able to devour just one!”

The Paradise Series in order

Crazy in Paradise 

Deception in Paradise 

Trouble in Paradise 

Murder in Paradise 

Greed in Paradise 

Revenge in Paradise
Kidnapped in Paradise
Swindled in Paradise

See the full Paradise Series HERE

or on Amazon HERE

"The characters that she interacts with make for one heck of a story. They are outrageous! I could easily see this being made into a comedy." -  Cinnamon Hollow on Crazy in Paradise 

"Greed in Paradise is by far the best of the Paradise series so far. It seemed like just about every page was a cliffhanger of some sorts that kept me reading for more. And as usual, I can't wait for the next book of the series!" - Smith and Blessings on Greed in Paradise

“I love the characters with their attitudes and personalities not always agreeing it is a great read!" -  Life as Leels on Kidnapped in Paradise 

"Oh how I love, love, love this series!! Madison and Fab will have you chuckling right along with wondering how in the world they will get out of the messes they get themselves into!" -  Miki's Hope on Swindled in Paradise