the new girl

My first day at the new jobby couldn't have gone better. Within minutes, I knew I was home. On my tour of the office, I noticed a drawer stocked with beers. I asked what the coffee-making process is, "Does the first one to get here make it?" I was told, "Uh, you can do that if you want, but we have someone who makes it." Holy shit, they should have mentioned the coffee boy in my interview.

Overall, the day was more structured and more formal than any day at the last job. There was an actual introduction to my coworkers and a meeting to explain benefits. At my old workplace, there was no HR department and everyone called me "whats-her-face." They even do quarterly workstation ergonomic checks! I wonder if I can weasel my way into a quick shoulder rub from the HR lady?

More than one person encouraged me to take a long lunch, walk down to the water and relax. Best of all, all overtime is compensated with flexible time off. I'm already "out" as a same-name relationship participant and felt comfortable mentioning my better half throughout the day. Sigh (of relief)! I'm pretty sure that I'm going to be much happier here. Meetings start on time. Not one person was on MySpace instead of working. They have a machine that electronically licks envelopes. The weekly farmer's market is just a stroll away. As 9-to-5s go, this is paradise.