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Originally Posted by WSSix
You have to first realize, I'm basically married to the job. I'm on a 6 and 3 schedule. During that 6, it's 24 hours a day if they want me. I've lost count of the number of days I've worked over 20 hours and done that in a row. That makes it very hard to commit to anything beyond being ready to go at a moment's notice. Right now, we are slowing down a bit for different reasons but typically, I only see my house in the dark. I wish I could work out regularly.
I also rent so I'm limited on what I can do with the place. I've thought about getting a 110v welder but am honestly scared of the wiring in the house. I'm not interested in buying this place. Especially if it's a burnt out frame. I've thought about bringing my TA out here and working on it but having the proper space and tools then comes into play. I do go over into Colorado and ride my motorcycle when the weather is good and not cold. That's been one thing that I have enjoyed. Riding around here is worthless unless you have a cruiser. Too much wind and no curves.
I have a second motorcycle that's a project bike. I'm nearing the point where I'll have to wait and get to a better place before I can take it as far as I want to go with it. I'm working on it when I can but lack of proper place and tools is holding me up a bit. I've thought about getting a third one that needs mechanical work because I can do that more easily than custom body panels or other changes. I'd really like to try out a Triumph Speed Triple 
Liberal is a town of about 24k people. I went to college with 33k people. I don't do small towns. It's one hour to the closest larger city and it's maybe 40k people. It's hard to describe how little there is out here unless you've been here. It's also difficult to describe how annoying the wind is unless you've spent time here. Amarillo is the closest major city and it's 3 hours away. Also, I drive a lot for my job. So driving on my days off isn't a thrilling prospect.
Specifically, I like to hike and explore, ride the motorcycle in hills and with curves, I want to be more involved in the local car scene, I'd like to get an exercise routine going(I hear crossfit is fun and it puts the girls in cool positions ), and most of all, I'd like to be able to make plans and know I'm more than likely going to be able to keep them. To be able to know what I'm going to be doing tomorrow night would be fantastic. I'm a planner and this job keeps me guessing. |
I understand things better now. Like Jody said, things are different right now as far as hiring goes. Resumes flood in everyday at my place. If we needed to hire an engineer, I could pick a dozen from the trash can. Having a job gives you a real advantage over those that don't. I feel for you and wish you luck. What does corporate say about your situation?
Darren