I’m in love, adored, adoring, surrounded by awesomeness, etc. And my kid is rocking school (100% on his math benchmark test and off the charts in reading). Woo-hoo!! Had our engagement party this weekend and even though some were conspicuously absent (Ana – boo!!!), we had a great turnout of wonderful friends and family to share our bliss. 
Then there is work… I should be happy. Big Boss is giving me some awesome department-wide tasks to work on. Getting recognition from others in the department. However, direct Boss is still being a total asshole and that has just gotten worse. Restricted to 40 hours so keep doing Big Boss’s stuff on my own time (how else will I ever get the promotion I want? Can’t exactly whine that direct Boss won’t give me enough time to do it all.) And last week, a week before her probation period was up, direct Boss fired my friend and bridesmaid. Argh!!! Now he wants to pile the majority of her work on me because he “knows I can handle it.” Um… is he just trying to set me up for failure? His dismissal of my friend was arbitrary, groundless and, honestly, I think just to get back at me. Piece of Shit. I feel like I’m in a chess game. Next move? Who knows…
I keep feeling close to something going my way but I can’t be sure. When direct Boss pulls things like this, it freaks everyone out. Meanwhile, with the economy the way it is, beggers can’t be choosy. So what can I do? 
Mr. V’s work continues to lag. He owns his own business and teaches. It’s been a horrible year for his company and now we’re headin into Christmas when his school paychecks will be gone until classes start again in February. Ahh, the life of an adjunct.
I know, we should be thankful for our many blessings and the fact that we have jobs. Still, I am really starting to burn out. I feel like I’ve been working my ass off for 2 years with no payoff. When will it come? I keep second-guessing the decision to trust direct Boss and leave law school to take the “promotion” he offered. Will that ever come? I think so, but I can’t be sure and it just has me cranky and on edge. Blogging? Do you really, really want to hear about my work angst??? Didn’t think so…
deboisesofia
December 12, 2009 at 11:36 am
Here is hoping that all the crankiness is now gone and only the joy is showing, cheers.
shels
December 11, 2009 at 12:35 am
Has Boss man chilled out and started talking about that promotion yet or come through with a fat Christmas bonus check yet?
shels
December 9, 2009 at 11:28 pm
Forget em all, quit the job and find something new.
ptlawmom
December 8, 2009 at 10:46 pm
Mr. V spends plenty of time with my son, as do I. The amount of time I am working is not an issue for our family but thanks for the concern. I love working outside the home and cannot imagine not doing so.
sami
December 8, 2009 at 10:04 pm
Is it possible that when you and Mr. V get married you could not work or even work part time and be able to spend more time with your son? I know a teaching salary isn’t the best, but it does seem to afford those that I know who teach an ample life.
Proto Attorney
December 8, 2009 at 9:44 pm
It has been my experience to never ever ever ever ever sacrifice for your employer/pass up better opportunities, because not only will they not appreciate your hard work, dedication and loyalty, but they will screw you over the first chance they get. If it’s not in writing, they won’t keep their word. If it is in writing, they will put more time into finding a way to screw you rather than just keeping their word. If you don’t want to go back to law school for you, that’s one thing. If it’s for them, screw ‘em. They’re now very short staffed, and you’ve been impressing people. That gives you at least some negotiating power.
Anyway, you’re right; concentrate on all the good. Tell all the bad to go suck it. There’s exciting stuff ahead for you!
anon
December 8, 2009 at 9:19 pm
So good to hear from you, I do love your postings, no matter good or bad news, so yes, I am glad you shared. I agree with Jill…you are being lead on and manipulated. I do understand with the current economic climate, it is no time to change jobs, but I would jump ship as soon as you can. There has been nothing but empty promises and past behavior is really the best predictor of future behavior. Start updating your resume so you are ready when something else may come along. Glad to hear that your little guy is doing so great in school! I hope that things are settling in with your parents as well. Take care and don’t let anyone steal your joy!
jill
December 8, 2009 at 10:46 am
Direct Boss will not give you what you want. He keeps promising to keep you around because you do the work of 2 people for the price of one. Firing your friend just before probation was up is the best evidence that he won’t do what he says. Actions speak louder than words and he treats you poorly. You may not be able to do anything now because of the economy, but keep an eye out for opportunities. Don’t pass them up based on his empty promises.