Wednesday, February 20, 2008

2/20 Chocolate cake and champagne

What in the world would possess Genia and Caroline to surprise me with champagne and chocolate cake?

Could it be that I got hired today?

Yep. I'm going to be working as a therapist for a mental health center in Quincy, IL beginning March 24. Am I thrilled? You betcha.

If all works out as planned, I'm going to buy my niece Kris's house when I get there.

So much to do between now and the 21st, which is my last day at work. One month from tomorrow. Wow.

Thanks, Genia and Caroline. I had a really fun evening.

(Oh, and I kicked their butts at spades. It really is my lucky day.
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13 comments:

  1. Anonymous11:11 PM

    OMGoodness....What great news. I know the money will be tight, but the fringe benifits of being at "home" will make all those Mac&Cheese meals taste devine. Congratulations Potential Neighbor, and thanks for sticking around in MS until Eric and I get our day in New Orleans. See you soon!

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  2. Anonymous12:45 AM

    That is great news, except for the part about moving to Quincy and being my neighbor.
    Don't take offense if we move, just kidding, that is a long way down the road.
    Looking forward to having you back home and remember Cindy will cut your grass.

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  3. Gin5:06 AM

    Happy for you, Jer. :) It will be interesting to see what the dogs think about snow.

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  4. Anonymous6:01 AM

    Congratulations Jer! It didn't take you any time at all to find a job. Mississippi's loss is Quincy's gain.

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  5. Jerilyn Dufresne, author7:13 AM

    Thanks, Cindy, Joe, Gin, and Andrea. And Joe, thanks for the laugh. (Oh, you weren't kidding???)

    I am thrilled and have so much to do that I'm exhausted just thinking about it.

    Want to help pack while you're here, Cindy? :)

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  6. Kelly7:30 AM

    YAY, congrats Aunt Jer! Wow, that didn't take long!! I know some people that work there and enjoy it-I think it will be a good move for you.

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  7. Anonymous8:32 AM

    Welcome home Jer! I am so happy and proud of you. I can't wait.

    Love,
    Jeff

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  8. Anonymous9:05 AM

    Any other time I'd love to help you pack Jer, but I'm sure you heard that I will be on vacation that week ;O)

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  9. Jerilyn Dufresne, author10:35 AM

    Thanks so much, Kelly and Jeff. It will feel so good to be home again. Can't wait to see everybody. Party at my house--as soon as move in. :)

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  10. Jerilyn Dufresne, author10:36 AM

    Cindy, we'll have so much fun. I know you will love it here--the Gulf is incredibly beautiful.

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  11. Dave12:40 AM

    I'm thrilled for you, Jer. And luckily, all your family is planning to tithe 10% of their adjusted gross income to you.

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  12. Anonymous11:49 AM

    Is Dave your delirious friend?

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  13. Jerilyn Dufresne, author1:32 PM

    Cindy, you can see why I love this guy. (No, not in that way.)

    And, DF, thanks. You might be right; my family does love to surprise me.

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