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**chezp** · 01-08-2010, 02:21 AM

Lots of

for your final paper.

Marybeth · 01-08-2010, 03:19 AM

As someone who has worked at night for the last 21 years, ya get used to sleeping at all hours. Good luck with the paper.

Shell_of_the_South · 01-08-2010, 08:52 AM

One of the traits that has gotten your through this and will continue to help you is your resourcefulness, which is evident from your solution to blocking the light!

Good luck and best wishes in the new job!!

Huntermom · 01-08-2010, 10:23 AM

Dawn,

It sounds like things are going in the right direction and exciting to hear about your new job.

It's hard to see our kids grow but my father always said you do your best for 18 years and then it's up to them. Of course, I was still in school at 21 as it my youngest and it really does provide a buffer.

I did want to comment I picked up "eclipse" curtains for my bay window, to try to stop the heat drain. My kids thought they were way too dark and wanted me to take them back. They have gotten used to them, but you really need to use a light in the living room now. Of course, I am pretty far north and my living room has a northern exposure.

Good luck this weekend! I'll be thinking about you.

Diane

Pris · 01-08-2010, 11:02 AM

Dawn, my DD started using a sleep mask (about $10 at Bed, Bath & Beyond) when she first moved into the dorm several years ago. She still sleeps with one all the time now. It could be a help if the windows are still a problem. Good luck!

jenifermg0 · 01-08-2010, 11:50 AM

Here's an Alaskan solution for too much light coming in the windows.....cover them with aluminum foil. Yeah, I said aluminum foil. Lots of people do that here, not real attractive, but it works.

I've never done it, but having lived in Alaska my whole life, I am used to light at midnight and sleeping through it.

mom2twingirlies · 01-08-2010, 12:42 PM

All set to start that new role. It's so exciting!

PamelaK · 01-08-2010, 01:06 PM

Another suggestion to add to the light problem: Black trash bags. Like the aluminum foil, it is not all that attractive, but it works. My DDad worked 3rd shift for 20+ years and he swore by his black plastic. When he had work done to the house he used some of the left over insulation board in the windows and then added the black plastic on top (at this point the plastic wasn't needed, but he was used to it) and that kept the room cooler in our hot South Texas summers.

I know you are going to do wonderful in your new role.

bfth · 01-08-2010, 01:40 PM

Well, better late than never.

Congrats on your new post. Things are moving in the right direction for you and remember that if you hit a bump...you're going down the right road, but there's always going to be some potholes.

disneydreamer33 · 01-08-2010, 01:43 PM

Good luck with the new position.
Sounds like you got the sunlight problem handled. It is a great start to what you will be doing in your new role.
Hope you have a great last day with your internship.

angiek1024 · 01-09-2010, 11:06 AM

Good luck getting used to the night shift. DH used to work nights when we first got married and I remember all the rituals we had so he could sleep: blankets over window, phone unplugged, daysleeper sign on our door. It just takes a little time to figure out what works for you!

claytrgtshooter · 01-09-2010, 07:10 PM

Wow what a year. And I as all others have enjoyed your journal. Now, will you end this one and start a new one, or continue on. We all want ot be kept in the loop about your new adventures

graygables · 01-09-2010, 11:13 PM

So. It's finally here. "WDW CM" Act 2: fade to black. Exit stage right...I'm normally not a drama queen, but it was so weird saying goodbye tonight. I'm still going to be at the same resort and I'll still be seeing many of the same people if I can time things right, so it wasn't *really* "goodbye", but still very odd. I simply cannot believe that I have gone from CP to statused duty manager in one year and one day. Please do not pinch me, I do NOT want to wake up from this most lovely dream-come-true.

I have a pillow from the Grand Floridian that has this on it:
"A dream is a wish your heart makes
When you're fast asleep
In dreams you lose your heartaches
Whatever you wish for, you keep
Have faith in your dreams and someday
Your rainbow will come smiling thru
No matter how your heart is grieving
If you keep on believing
the dream that you wish will come true"

I still get verklempt when I think about the path my dream has taken, where it has led me, and how exciting it is to get to see where it may still go.

Because this thread has gotten so long and because we have a NEW CP in the house

(Maci's thread: http://www.passporterboards.com/foru...enture-cm.html), I'll start an "Act 3" thread just to keep up with the fun tidbits of life that come along (link: http://www.passporterboards.com/foru...ml#post3097738)

Thank you, dear readers, for all of the encouragement, support, kicks in the pants, and pixies you have given me over the past year (and then some) along this journey. Please believe me when I tell you that I could NEVER have done this without you. I know that sounds sappy or corny, but it is the absolute truth. On days I did not want to go on or was scared brainless, I knew you were all out there, rooting for me and that gave me strength well beyond my own. You are all, truly, "the wind beneath my wings" and I can never thank you enough.

sc507 · 01-09-2010, 11:33 PM

Aw Gray, you made me tear up....I'm a relatively 'new joiner' to your thread, but I truly love reading about your experiences and I have the utmost respect for the decisions you have made for yourself and your daughters. Wishing you continued success in your new role, can't wait to follow on the new thread!!!

cajunlace · 01-09-2010, 11:51 PM

Dawn, you have truely been an inspiration to all and it was great meeting you in October and I hope you see you again in December and continue to have wonderful, magical days (and nights).

Cheryl