Don't think twice, it's alright.

Alone at last. Surprisingly (or maybe not), I don't get very much time to myself here with two roommates.

Things are moving along here in old Chikiggy (as I like to call it) and I am definitely starting to feel more at home. The neighborhood feels more familiar and I am getting used to the routine of going to work.
Work is getting a little better, though I am still searching for something with a bit more...substance to it. I've begun talking to people at work, so that's a good thing I suppose. It makes the time go by somewhat faster, despite the fact that all I am doing is updating listings on Craigslist all day long. I'm glad my talents are being put to such good use.
Speaking of work of substance--I still have yet to hear back on my EMT practical. Ugh. I am told there are ways to bypass the system and figure out if you have passed before the state tells you, but first I would have to figure out the name of the company that does the testing. Hm indeed.
Incidentally, I read yesterday that Massachusetts has changed its laws regarding serving alcohol on Sundays; you can now get a bloody Mary starting at 10am. Glad you have your priorities in order, Massachusetts.
In line with my thoughts about jobs that matter: I am thinking seriously about some possibilities for jobs with AmeriCorps. I had applied for a program called America SCORES Chicago, in which I would basically be working for non-profit that works to give at-risk youths activities to do after school instead of getting into trouble. They have soccer programs and poetry, stuff like that. The job would start in September and I would only get a stipend, even though I would be working 40-hour weeks. On the flipside, I would be getting healthcare, which is also a big plus. And I would be doing something worthwhile. Anyway, I got an e-mail with the second portion of that application process sent to me and I am just waiting to hear back on that for now.
I was also sent a letter in the mail about an AmeriCorps job that would be more of a commitment--something I would have to travel to do, which I am not sure I could actually commit to at this point (having just moved and all).
In other news, I got an e-mail yesterday from the woman at Borders saying she was checking my references and would be in touch within a few days. WHO KNOWS WHAT THAT MEANS.
I hate applying for jobs. It is the absolute worst.

This week I had an interview at a casting agency, as it was suggested to me that this might be a good way to make connections and get comfortable in "the biz." I'm not actually sure I want to be a part of "the biz." But anyway, the interview was ridiculous. They made me wait for about 45 minutes past my appointment time and then had me fill out a questionnaire with such queries as "What is your biggest fear?" and "What won't I like about you?" I'm sorry, I didn't realize I was signing up for a reality show. I just wanted an internship. Then they had me tell them all of those same things aloud, after I had taken the time to write them down. The nerve!
In the end, the woman basically told me the internship is a big commitment (either 2 days per week for 3 months or 3 days per week for 2 months...9 hour days...WEEK days...for FREE) and I should wait until I have a more set schedule or full-time job to call them and let them know I am ready to work with them (which I don't get because how could I possibly have an internship there if I am working a full-time job?!). Then there were some veiled threats about starting the internship and not finishing. Something along the lines of "When people quit here, they regret it later." It was rather awkward.

Last night Andy and I went to The Annoyance to check out Messing with Friends. It's a show where Susan Messing has a different friend play with her every week. This week's guest was Brad Morris, so who is the nephew of the Clark Alum I met at Clark in April. WHEW! Networking! He's a cool dude and his improv is pretty great, I must admit. He was really big at Second City and iO (he has a show with Tim Meadows), and he recently moved to LA to do some improv stuff out there (he knows Molly Hale!). He is certainly a good contact for me to have out here.
It was cool to see The Annoyance, as so far I have mostly been frequenting iO (hell YES my student ID gets me into free shows). It is a much different theater physically and I know the teachings there are much different as well.

Tonight there is a tasting at Andy's restaurant, The Boiler Room. It is having its grand opening next week, so each of the employees were allowed to bring two guests. Alex and I are going and we are very excited about free pizza! Perhaps after I will go to see Shakespeare if I am back in time. I do love improvised Shakespeare.

I guess that's it for now. I think the lesson of this week is really something along the lines of: "I should have been an astronaut, after all."
Perhaps there is still time.