Wednesday, February 20, 2008

Day One -- A Pill Counter...

Today was the first day of the little part time job my father gave me.  I have my own little office with a newer Dell computer and Internet access.  I spent a long time today in the pharmacy's basement organizing all our hospital beds to see which ones worked and which ones needed parts. 

This afternoon I got caught by a pill counter doing my deliveries.  I had to stand at this little old lady's front door while she counted the hundreds of pills I delivered making sure she wasn't shorted.  I couldn't help but smile.  Thankfully, all her pills were in the correct amounts and in the correct bottles.  I think the little old lady was actually disappointed that nothing was amiss.  She looked ornery and like she just needed a reason to bitch and moan. I hope when I grow older I do it with grace and not become a mean and crotchety old soul.

I think I am going to like this job.  There is certainly little pressure upon me.  The deliveries usually only take about two hours a night.  One caveat:  I can smoke in my father's van while doing deliveries.  He said he didn't mind as long as I did it with the window rolled down.  I will be there bright and early tomorrow afternoon ready to make some more money for my Model Railroad empire.    

21 comments:

Mary said...

Andrew, Congrats on the new job!

Do you know that there will be a model train show in Fairhope, Alabama, March 15 & 16? Your hobby seems to be model trains and Rosa wants to go to the beach. This would be a perfect trip for both of you. Fairhope isn't on the beach but it's close enough to enjoy both. The phone number for further info re the train show is: 251-660-1659.

Cheryl said...

This is great news Andrew. Who would have thought you'd end up working for your father? I see all kinds of possibilities. I bet the woman you delivered to tonight was happy for your company. I foresee many new stories in our future. I'm so excited for you!

Jbeeky said...

What a great opportunity, Andrew. I am so happy you got this job, it sounds so perfect for you right now. Wonderful.

villain820 said...

Congrats on the first day, sounds cool!! Great job!

2sunset said...

The best of 3 worlds:
You get the independance and esteem of working,

You still get to maintain your medical coverage,

You get to maintain your good relationship with dad.

Happy-day Andrew! I am very happy for you.
Cheers.

Summer said...

This is just great news!

forsythia said...

Very happy for you. This sounds like a great job.
A variety of things to do, and a chance to be out and about and dealing with customers. About the ornery old lady---Mom lives with us and is approaching 99. Some days she can be mean and crotchety, but I think that's part of what keeps her going. It's a way of saying, "I'm still here, damn it! Pay attention to me!" The old lady probably doesn't get many visitors. By carefully counting her pills, she could you around just a while longer.

justLacey said...

Super! Sounds like fun too.

amelia said...

Excellant!!!

Ally0005 said...

Glad the job worked out, I guess your dad saw you really wanted to worked and made it happen for you, wonderful!

M said...

She counted the pills? That is hilarious. I have never considered this. I must be a trusting soul because I figure the pharmacist can count the pills for me!
I do check the label and check what the pills look like just to be sure I have the correct dosage and pill. I figure wrong pill: I'm dead. Shorted one pill accidentally: eh, not such a big deal.

simonsays said...

Awesome Andrew! I am so happy for you! :)

Jenn said...

He came through with the job! That's great, I'm very happy for you!

Tiffanie said...

That is wonderful. Congratulations.

Portia said...

Wonderful! It sounds just perfect. I hope things continue to go well:)

Have the T-Shirt said...

De-lurking to say how happy I am for you. Your sobriety and now a really nice, low key job!

Upsy-Downsy said...

What a great Dad you have, Andrew. The more you write about him, the more I respect his way of helping you.

As far as ornery old ladies....try to find a way to melt their heart. You can do it Andrew, you have that kind way about you.

C. R. Morris said...

This sounds great! Congratulations! Love the pill counter story..hee.. she was being a pill.

Kelly Jene said...

That's fantastic, Andrew. You sound really happy. What a great opportunity. Not many people get to be at a job where they are literally loved by the boss. ;)

CRUSTYBEEF said...

You know what? I think this is a wonderful venture for you. Even though your dad had the initial reaction that he did, this is far more "you" then what you were contemplating previously...Plus, you can still blog, I bet. :)

Good for you Dear Andrew! I hope you're feeling good inside, and if not, imagine three little boys giving you a virtual high fives and smiles and giggles with Maggie you are doing so much more for your life then this time last year, I bet that must make you glow with happiness! I'm proud of your endurance...there are A LOT of people that could learn a thing or 100's from you!!
There you go, the title of your future book!!
Sincerely,
Elizabeth
:)

anonymous said...

Didn't you do this job for him a few years ago? I think I remember reading about that. What happened the last time that caused you to stop delivering for him?