Plus ca change....

I'm extremely busy (of my own doing, mostly, of course). I've been working more hours, (while Erika is on sick leave) where the motto is basically "how high"???
Eileen (Exec Director) is riding us on so many things - she was "disappointed" that I forgot to put the music on in the dining room - "let's make sure that doesn't happen again"..... so she sent a very long email outlining all of our duties. She is a well trained manager so of course, she always says she appreciates all we do, BUT... Ironically, that IS the problem - it's such a long list! I know that Errah isn't happy and already told me she needs to find another job. I know Lisa appreciates me over the others but because of that, when she is there (she's out Mondays!) she is constantly asking me to do things - wash the tables, make signs, whatever.

There's a million things to do first thing in the morning, every one of them important.... AND I'm not supposed to leave the desk for more than a few seconds at a time. She'd have a fit if she knew that sometimes I take the elevator up one floor with Ruth, who hates to ride it alone. Days are so hectic. I like working nights, when no one is there. We also handle money, make appointments, and triage the families problems and requests.

Hebrew class is challenging - I'm in Hebrew 4, and I was so tired last night during class, after working all day, that when I couldn't even understand what she had just asked us to do in the book, I went to the Ladies and had a little cry.

I'm also working on a Torah portion for my niece's bat mitzvah (june 11), and it's very long, and even Gary already has his down and makes me feel stupid because somehow I can't find the time every day to do it. (He's been hob-nobbing with the chabadniks and getting very observant). I've warned Nat that this can lead to marital strife. : )

Today I'm supposed to meet people at Hebrew College because I offered to be in a talent show they are putting on in May - not solo, but as part of a group. There's also a voice recital I'm going to be in on April 13, because I'm currently taking voice lessons at HC also. I want to be in it, but it's too soon! I'd prefer it to be in May.

My doctor has been on my case about getting to the gym or walking at least 3 times a week. (if my good cholesteral was any lower, I'd be dead). I could have gone this morning but I just got up.

BUT --- on the plus side, I DID join Weight watchers and have lost almost ten pounds. This week was a struggle but if I can avoid make your own sundae bars and dessert buffet concerts for awhile, I may be ok..

Oh and Alan, don't get me started.