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Newo
~ Abstract Brain ~
Spain
2674 Posts |
 Posted - 03/26/2004 : 04:38:26
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I am a writer and I have no boss. I love my job.
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"You one of those right-wing nut outfits?" inquired the diplomatic Metzger.
Fallopian twinkled. "They accuse us of being paranoids."
"They?" inquired Metzger, twinkling also.
"Us?" asked Oedipa.
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Adnan_le_Terrible
* Dog in the Sand *
France
1973 Posts |
Posted - 03/26/2004 : 05:45:18
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I would love to be a writer...maybe one day...
Have some wine, please, don't run away. |
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PsychicTwin
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
1772 Posts |
Posted - 03/26/2004 : 05:59:05
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Originally posted by ramona
I am an administrative assistant, which basically means I staple and file for a living. Fun!
Ah, I know the drill.
I'm an administrative temp myself. I'm working at the National Park Service right now (very chill job, chill people, good place to work)...I basically drive into a beautiful national park every day for work (but sit in an office). Still, its a very good day job for a musical hopeful like myself. The position i'm temping for has actually opened up, so I'm submitting a formal application on Monday. I have my fingers crossed! |
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mrgrieves1971
= Cult of Ray =
USA
544 Posts |
Posted - 03/26/2004 : 07:30:00
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ispini tapaidh
- FB Fan -
Ireland
122 Posts |
Posted - 03/26/2004 : 08:03:40
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Programmer. Kind of.
I hate computers. |
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glacial906
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
1738 Posts |
Posted - 03/26/2004 : 08:09:25
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I work at Ruby Tuesday's, as a cook. But I am really an aspiring graphic designer/comic book penciller. (Or a history teacher. Yeah, I know those are some varied interests, eh?)
Take me, break me, tell me a good one and maybe I'll cry
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The Holiday Son
= Quote Accumulator =
France
2010 Posts |
Posted - 03/26/2004 : 08:44:38
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Homers_pet_monkey
= Official forum monkey =
United Kingdom
17125 Posts |
Posted - 03/26/2004 : 14:58:22
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Originally posted by Newo
I am a writer and I have no boss. I love my job.
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"You one of those right-wing nut outfits?" inquired the diplomatic Metzger.
Fallopian twinkled. "They accuse us of being paranoids."
"They?" inquired Metzger, twinkling also.
"Us?" asked Oedipa.
I love your job too. 
Hansel and Gretel have formed a band, .....And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Breadcrumbs!!! |
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Homers_pet_monkey
= Official forum monkey =
United Kingdom
17125 Posts |
Posted - 03/26/2004 : 15:00:16
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I'm the captain of a boat, a big boat.
Hey Matthew what do you see?
Hansel and Gretel have formed a band, .....And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Breadcrumbs!!! |
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tiredeyes
- FB Fan -
USA
69 Posts |
Posted - 03/26/2004 : 17:11:06
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mechanical engineering technician (machinist)
food & drug administration
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offerw
* Dog in the Sand *
South Africa
1264 Posts |
Posted - 03/27/2004 : 02:12:07
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quote:
Originally posted by Newo
I am a writer and I have no boss. I love my job.
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"You one of those right-wing nut outfits?" inquired the diplomatic Metzger.
Fallopian twinkled. "They accuse us of being paranoids."
"They?" inquired Metzger, twinkling also.
"Us?" asked Oedipa.
You've got the best job of all. Being a writer or musician is my dream but I've no talent. Damn! Just imagine what it must be like to be able to create something like Surfer Rosa or Amazing adventures of Kavalier and Clay!
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gracie
= Cult of Ray =
United Kingdom
573 Posts |
Posted - 03/27/2004 : 05:45:49
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Lawyer, specialising in public law child care cases.
Mostly i like it, depends on the client. |
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mrgrieves1971
= Cult of Ray =
USA
544 Posts |
Posted - 03/27/2004 : 07:15:28
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Originally posted by gracie
Lawyer, specialising in public law child care cases.
Mostly i like it, depends on the client.
Let's hear it for the lawyers.
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Newo
~ Abstract Brain ~
Spain
2674 Posts |
Posted - 03/27/2004 : 08:23:49
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offerw Posted - 03/27/2004 : 02:12:07
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Originally posted by Newo
I am a writer and I have no boss. I love my job.
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"You one of those right-wing nut outfits?" inquired the diplomatic Metzger.
Fallopian twinkled. "They accuse us of being paranoids."
"They?" inquired Metzger, twinkling also.
"Us?" asked Oedipa.
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You've got the best job of all. Being a writer or musician is my dream but I've no tallent. Damn! Just imagine what it must be like to be able to create something like Surfer Rosa!
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Adnan_le_Terrible Posted - 03/26/2004 : 05:45:18
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I would love to be a writer...maybe one day...
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Have some wine, please, don't run away.
If it makes you guys feel any better, my family and friends used to dread getting my first few stories to read (they tell me now). Talent is common as muck, it´s just work.
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"You one of those right-wing nut outfits?" inquired the diplomatic Metzger.
Fallopian twinkled. "They accuse us of being paranoids."
"They?" inquired Metzger, twinkling also.
"Us?" asked Oedipa.
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VoVat
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
USA
9168 Posts |
Posted - 03/27/2004 : 12:22:23
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You've got the best job of all. Being a writer or musician is my dream but I've no talent.
Yeah, I know what you're saying there. I'd love to be able to create something, but I'm unskilled and lazy.
Join the Culf of Buttoms / Correctly spelled cults are so passé. |
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model consumer
- FB Fan -
USA
128 Posts |
Posted - 03/27/2004 : 12:51:32
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I'm a Spanish interpreter in a hospital. I like my job very much.
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"What's all I listen to? It's all freedom rock!" |
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Ebb Vicious
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
1162 Posts |
Posted - 03/27/2004 : 16:14:13
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i'm a programmer and i really enjoy my job. my work sent me to vegas for CES in january.
i also like to pretend i am good at making sounds come out of wood and wires. |
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greg
- FB Fan -
Canada
159 Posts |
Posted - 03/27/2004 : 18:25:42
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I am a electronic sensor operator in the Canadian Navy (yes we have a navy)Its freakin cool!!
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SpudBoy
= Cult of Ray =
Equatorial Guinea
649 Posts |
Posted - 03/27/2004 : 19:34:25
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I am an IT Architect. That more or less translates to ex-programmer powerpoint jockey. I like the job a lot, but not where it is right now. I also make strange sounds at home for my things that grow to feed me.
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Mad Dawg
- FB Fan -
USA
153 Posts |
Posted - 03/28/2004 : 00:02:01
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Originally posted by The King Of Karaoke
Locomotive Engineer. Which means I run (drive) trains for Amtrak. I used to work on the commuter lines in Boston. Three years ago, I transfered to San Luis Obispo California. I was a New Hampshire surfer and wanted to be where the real surfing was going on. I now work the Coast Starlight, which goes from LA to Washington. The scenery is unreal. I go through Ventura, Santa Barbara, and north, up the coast. it's one of Amtrak premier trains. The work is often very likable. I get to see all kinds of wildlife. Boar, dear, bobcat, coyote, mountain lions, whales seals, dolphin etc. This is all from the train! plus if your doing everything right you can go weeks without seeing your boss! I live in Morro Bay which is a small beautiful central Ca coastal town. Big differance from the Boston area. Downside: the job is six days a week with lots of night's in hotels. You get burned out if you don't take a vacation every four months or so. All in all it (the railroad) has been good to me. I own two rental properties and live at the beach. I kinda feel like I've been on vacation for the last three years (except for the part where I go to work everyday). I will say it's not so pleasant when I run over animals (human and otherwise) at 79mph. That's one of the most stressful parts of the job. I've managed to keep that to a minimum though. At least with the humans. Stay away from the tracks kids!
More info than you were probably looking for but I'm a little hopped up on green tea right now.
You drive a train?!?!?!?! Now that's NOTEWORTHY!!!! Kind of cold but LOTS of good surf up there. |
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Adnan_le_Terrible
* Dog in the Sand *
France
1973 Posts |
Posted - 03/28/2004 : 00:59:28
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Originally posted by Homers_pet_monkey
I'm the captain of a boat, a big boat.
Hey Matthew what do you see?
Hansel and Gretel have formed a band, .....And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Breadcrumbs!!!
I see a ship in a harbour.
Adrian :In meaven, everything is fine |
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two reelers
* Dog in the Sand *
Austria
1036 Posts |
Posted - 03/28/2004 : 03:57:48
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geophysicist, and at most times i love it
but my contract with the university ends in september. hope i will get something similiar after that.
Death to the Pixies / Here comes Frank Black |
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Frog in the Sand
-+ Le premiere frog +-
France
2715 Posts |
Posted - 03/28/2004 : 06:50:21
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I'm a weary journalist on the way to becoming a happy screenwriter.
 "Welcome back to the 10th grade!" |
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Adnan_le_Terrible
* Dog in the Sand *
France
1973 Posts |
Posted - 03/28/2004 : 07:21:41
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Originally posted by Frog in the Sand
I'm a weary journalist on the way to becoming a happy screenwriter.
"Welcome back to the 10th grade!"
For which paper?
Hell guys, I envy you when you say you are writers and stuf like that. I signed the contract for my job on Friday, and basically I'll be working untill 2am almost every day for two or three years, 7 days a week. I know writing is also about hard work, but at least you're your own boss, and you have a creative work.
Adrian :In meaven, everything is fine |
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Homers_pet_monkey
= Official forum monkey =
United Kingdom
17125 Posts |
Posted - 03/28/2004 : 09:39:24
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I'm a food tester for Mark's & Spencers.
Hansel and Gretel have formed a band, .....And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Breadcrumbs!!! |
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ramona
"FB Quote Mistress"
USA
3988 Posts |
Posted - 03/28/2004 : 09:47:23
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Originally posted by The Holiday Son
My job is to find a job (toughest of 'em all!)
That is my job right now too! It sucks! But I am temping these days so at least it is SOME money from SOMEWHERE. Thank goodness. Anyway, good luck to you! I sympathize. |
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ramona
"FB Quote Mistress"
USA
3988 Posts |
Posted - 03/28/2004 : 09:48:52
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quote:
Originally posted by Homers_pet_monkey
I'm a food tester for Mark's & Spencers.
What a cool job! Really? That's posh. My mom just brought me back some chocolates from M&S and they were so yum. I'm jealous! |
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Newo
~ Abstract Brain ~
Spain
2674 Posts |
Posted - 03/28/2004 : 10:01:48
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Do they let you swallow all the food? My friend was a beer tester and he always had to spit it out. Then again it was Miller so it was probably for the best.
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"You one of those right-wing nut outfits?" inquired the diplomatic Metzger.
Fallopian twinkled. "They accuse us of being paranoids."
"They?" inquired Metzger, twinkling also.
"Us?" asked Oedipa.
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Homers_pet_monkey
= Official forum monkey =
United Kingdom
17125 Posts |
Posted - 03/28/2004 : 10:38:01
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Yeah I swallow. 
Hansel and Gretel have formed a band, .....And You Will Know Us By The Trail Of Breadcrumbs!!! |
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Newo
~ Abstract Brain ~
Spain
2674 Posts |
Posted - 03/28/2004 : 12:20:04
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Okay walked into that.
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"You one of those right-wing nut outfits?" inquired the diplomatic Metzger.
Fallopian twinkled. "They accuse us of being paranoids."
"They?" inquired Metzger, twinkling also.
"Us?" asked Oedipa.
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GypsyDeath
Zapped Profile
3575 Posts |
Posted - 04/01/2004 : 07:39:44
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Hey! how can you insinuate im gullible and dumb when you spell my name wrong!!! cheek!!!
Boys go to Jupiter, Get more stupider,
Girls go to Mars, Become rock stars
Wanna fuck and fight in the basement? |
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GypsyDeath
Zapped Profile
3575 Posts |
Posted - 04/01/2004 : 07:45:52
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I have actually recently sold my soul to satan, and have begun working in a tele - marketing centre. IM a call girl. hahaha. sort of any way.
Nah, I ring up poor unsuspecting women and talk them in to signing up to recieve some information on female cancer insurance policies.
happy stuff, huh?
No, really though, its not too bad, Im fairly good at it, and its pretty easy money. Aslong as you know how to handle customers, and use the tones and inflections of your voice to you advantage, its an ok job.
Plus there is a lot of nice people in there, and its the best money I can get for the hours I can work while at college.
But yeah, Im also a college student studying Media studies - mostly means i get to make short productions and stuff (as well as radio and magazine and photography involved)...and really am drawn to the role of directing/writing...but any aspect interests me really.
I also run a music promotions company - well, i mean re launching right now. so that cool. Used to do a lot of music journalism, but decided i prefer the more putting nights and gigs on, and dabble in a bit of management and the like.
so yeah, thats me
Boys go to Jupiter, Get more stupider,
Girls go to Mars, Become rock stars
Wanna fuck and fight in the basement? |
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TarTar
* Dog in the Sand *
1965 Posts |
Posted - 04/01/2004 : 08:01:03
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A pharmicist of sorts. The government doesn't know about it. I mostly sell tetra hydra cannibinal.
"(insert clever quote here)" |
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Daisy Girl
~ Abstract Brain ~
Belize
5305 Posts |
Posted - 04/11/2004 : 15:01:55
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Originally posted by The Holiday Son
My job is to find a job (toughest of 'em all!)
I feel your pain... i used to be a reporter then went to grad school and went into brand marketing...i was laid off several months ago.
Hopefully we'll find something soon.
Wow what cool and diverse work expereience @ this forum.
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bedrock_barney
= Cult of Ray =
United Kingdom
871 Posts |
Posted - 04/11/2004 : 15:35:29
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Ok I fess up, I'm actually a Chartered Quantity Surveyor.
Non-Brits, please do not ask me to explain what I do for a living.
For that matter, same goes for the Brits. The QS world is a murky one.
 "I've rejoined the Cult of Ming / Star of favourite childhood movie of 1980" |
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What's your job?
