Unappreciated Work

I try not to complain about my main job, but today was a nightmare. We were called in to serve a hospitality table today for a small conference of our counterparts from other improvement districts. We served the table and chaperoned a walking tour that included some history about New Orleans. I thought we were done till our super boss called us and asked where we were, to which I responded going home. Apparently, we were supposed to escort people to the reception afterwards that I knew nothing about. I did manage to get our detail cops out there but we had all worked an 8 hour day and since we do not pay time and a half for a days over time, they got no rangers tonight. I feel bad that I could not make this happen, but seriously, what do these people expect from us? I suspect that Monday I will get a firm talking too, but since they did not recognize the work I have done over the past year in my annual review, I am not feeling too guilty in that I did not "make things happen" when someone else dropped the ball. By the way, the walking tour we worked out was great, although they did not recognize that. For those who know me well, realize that I am a bit bitter. I just respect a strong work ethic and try to reward that as a manager whenever possible. One of the things about New Orleans is that work ethic tends to be under rated when it should not be. But alas, I can always go back to computer programming and be stuck behind a desk all day.

On a lighter side, I saw some really good friends tonight, some I have not seen in a while. EZ, who said I can say Glenn, the tugboatcaptain, and a friend from Shreveport. That of course, made my night since the Uber-Bartender at the Lantern was working. God help us when he leaves. Did I mention i have had a couple hehehe.

Another quick note, my roomie calmed me down from my bad day. She is cool, and tolerant of my crazy as I am of hers.

Another Night

I am not sure what to write tonight. I have been exhausted for days now and have not only my full-time job but six tours over the weekend. Tomorrow is the big doctor day to see what is wrong with my knee, and, with luck I will have the car stuff figured out next week. I did see a friend of mine tonight that I know loves me but was very aloof. I never really know to handle that. When someone is a friend of mine, they are a friend to the dark bitter end, whether they like it or not so I am learning that not everyone is that way. I, at this point, am just waiting till Mardi Gras is over so I can take some time off and regroup. I think a lot of New Orleanians are at that point right now.

A Little Anxiety

I am a little worried that on Friday I am going to the doctor again about my right knee (thanks Spoke for the ride there by the way) . Everything I do from work to living in the Quarter depends on my ability to walk, I am afraid of surgery. Let's hope it does not come to that since many of my family members have had surgeries and the results have been questionable at best.

But, I also have a good plan now for getting my car back from the evil city of new orleans. Apparently since my car was totaled a month ago I have to have a new title and new plates. I have never had a car totaled so this news to me, but I am just thinking it is the CofNO bilking me for another $170. I wish I owned a city, apparently there is a lot of money to be made in it that you don't have to give out to anyone or have any real reason for asking for it. Bitter? A little. :)

Humiliation, well sorta.

I was amused by the Lantern tonight. I was completely humiliated by the fact the conversation turned to a local establishment that is open 24 hours that has had questionable service and many people report getting sick from eating there. During the course of the conversation it was pointed out that an employee from there was enjoying a libation right next to us. Needless to say, I was mortified as I am not one to talk trash about places, but then I quickly realized that nothing I said was inaccurate from my experiences so I refuse to feel too guilty, but the guy was cute and I suspect he will not be talking to me again anytime soon. I know how small of a world it is here in the quarter, but sometimes I forget hehehe. And just as a quick side note: I do not care how in love you are with someone, why do people insist on making-out at bars for 45 minutes or longer? Seriously, if you are making-out with someone, one would think that the next step might progress somewhere else. I do not care if you are gay, straight, or French (joking BTW), get a room, and if you don't have a room be trashy enough to take it to a dark corner or a restroom. But I digress :)

Monday Silly Monday

Today was an interesting day at work. I woke-up late and wasn't planning on going in then I had an over-whelming sense of panic when I realized with everything going on this weekend, I forgot to submit payroll for my employees! Fortunately, I was able to get it completed quickly and the world was saved. I realize that with working 5 tours a weekend and my regular job sometimes requiring 50 hours a week and 7 days a week, I work too much. Granted, I have been doing this for years, but I am still allowed to complain about it. I also had a run in with one of the tour companies complaining I forgot to make a tour drop on Friday, but considering the chaos this weekend, I am kind of numb to people's complaints. I have come to terms with the fact that I am a good tour guide, and if they want to keep me, they need to give me some slack.

I am a little saddened right now as I realize my friend and favorite bartender will be going out of town for a month starting the first of February (the 3rd to be exact). I am really not sure what I am going to do with myself once this happens. As sad as it is, most of my socializing is limited to the Lantern, but I would not know so many fabulous if I didn't hang-out there (BigezBear for one). Speaking of which, I just found-out I don't have a tour tonight, so I guess it is Lantern time. Got to get in as much time with the Great Bartender before he leaves. Feel free to tell others about my new little blog. I promise I will have some rather profound and scandalizing information posted on here....just as soon as I come-up with some.

First Blog Ever

Hey folks, I have never had a blog before so I thought I would try something new. Not sure how much I have to contribute, but I will try. A work in progress as it is.