I'm trying not to read anything into the lack of response from this guy, since that's been a trademark. It's going to get awkward if he doesn't give me enough notice, though. The next two people I am supposed to meet are both based in satellite offices a few hours away. I shouldn't be worrying about that now... but next week is getting booked up!

Ah, just heard back from my friend - he's supposed to get in touch with me. She told me to let her know if I don't hear back by the end of the day.

I think you have a great approach to your situation. If you can set aside the worry/stress of not having enough to do and start working on your own stuff, that's perfect. When I was in a similar situation, I took on some random external projects. I put on a play! It gave me an identity that wasn't tied up in a job I was unhappy with.

It could be that staying where you are is the best choice. It could also be that moving on is to your advantage. If where you are right now works, there's nothing wrong with sticking with it. Opportunities have a way of presenting themselves, especially if you're lifting up the corners of the rug occasionally, just to see what's out there.

Yeah, I'm a docent for this place, but I will probably keep it limited to the holiday season, when they do more things for locals as opposed to summer guided tours for tourists. It's seasonal, so they are open Memorial Day through Columbus Day and then from Thanksgiving to New Years.

The training was extremely minimal! I was really nervous about doing it without knowing enough, but it's true that almost everyone has the same questions! I just kept in mind a few things to point out/stories in each area. I LOVED the people observation that came with it. It's so funny - I think of myself as an introvert and I am uncomfortable in a lot of group situations, like parties, but I LOVE talking to random strangers in that kind of situation.

I'm a tech person who is not good at image, who doesn't really understand why I can't wear sneakers with my skirts. I know that this has a negative impact on my life. I am too far in the wrong direction. I don't want people to meet me and remember that my shirt was too tight or that I forgot to brush my hair.

I really just want to remember to brush my hair