finally.

I am finally off work. I am so tired. I worked six days straight. I was supposed to be off yesterday and today, but they needed me to work yesterday. For some reason, they originally scheduled two housekeepers to work yesterday; which is ridiculous. We have six floors. That would be three floors per housekeeper. That would've taken forever. I honestly didn't mind going into work on my day off, but it seemed as if everyone was in a grumpy/cranky mood yesterday. I don't know... maybe it was just me.

Nonetheless, I am so grateful to be off work today. I can finally have a day of relaxation and sleep!

But tomorrow is back to work!

Cuidate!

cellular device.

Today, I got my first paycheck at work. I only got paid for four days since I started working in the middle of the pay period. After I got my check cashed, I went to Target and got a pre-paid cell phone. They had a really good deal on unlimited minutes, but I don't know if I signed myself up for that (oops). Anywho, it's with Virgin Mobile. I get 1000 minutes every month, and for the minutes I don't use that month, it rolls over to the next month. I'm really excited because it's the first time that I bought myself my OWN cell phone. I had one before, but it was under my mom's plan.

I just thought I'd share my excitement!!!!

Cuidate!

working hard for what i deserve.

I've been working so hard lately that it's just ridiculous. Literally, I've been going to work everyday and busting my ass. Tomorrow, I get paid, and I'm really excited. It makes everything seem like it's worth it. I'll feel better once I start getting a steady check every two weeks. There are so many bills that need to get paid, and I need to start saving for an apartment, and figure out a way to go to Midlands Tech part time. I just want to continue working full time. I enjoy it too much!

Not many people really enjoy working hard, but I do. It makes me feel like I'm A) honestly earning my money, and B) doing something constructive. Even though being a housekeeper isn't an occupation that I desired to do for the majority of my life, I needed a job regardless. I'm just so gracious to have actually found a job. With my financial and family situations, a job was MANDATORY.

So, tomorrow's another busy day at work. I'll be working from 8:30am until 5:00pm, unless I have to work overtime. That is a possibility because we've been extremely busy lately. The summer season is the busiest for hotels, I've heard. Not only that, but I'm getting PAID tomorrow! It's been about two years since I've worked; since I was in school.

Another thing that I'm becoming more and more pleased with is the speed of my work. At Hyatt Place, you are expected to clean a check-out room (the guest has checked out) in 27 minutes. When you clean a check-out, you do a deep clean, which means that you clean the bath tub, the toilet, and the floor. The beds must be stripped and new sheets should be put on the beds. You also have to dust all of the room (the assistant managers inspect each room after you clean it). In a daily, or a stay-over room (the guest hasn't checked out), you only make up the bed, and replace all of the towels and shampoos. This should only take 15 minutes. Today, it was taking me about 35 minutes for a check-out and 15 minutes for a stay-over. According to a housekeeper that's been there for 9 years, that's really good for only being there for a week. I'm very satisifed.

Thank God for my boyfriend. Without him, my mom and I (yes, we do work together), woudn't have A) received the job in the first place, and B) have a ride to work everyday! Thanks Baby!

There will be another update tomorrow, I'm sure.

Cuidate!

hyatt place.

As I stated in my previous blog, I work at Hyatt Place. I just got a job there as a Room Attendant. Most people may say, "You can do better than that". I know; Jobs are hard to find with the economy as tough as it is. I applied to many places inquiring about an available position. The best part about this job for me is the benefits. After working there for 90 days, you're eligible for health insurance (which includes medical, dental, and vision). I'm really excited about it mainly because this is my first full-time job. When I say full-time, I mean an 8:30am to 5pm job. I get about two days off per week.

Hyatt Place is also willing to "promote from within". I want to open up my own restaurant, which is also in the hospitality field. Hyatt also reimburses funds for college (as long as you pass the courses with a C). It's just all so exciting for me. I feel like a nerd, but working is always good. I get my first check this Thursday; I can't wait!

This is where I work. Although, the other houskeepers aka room attendants say that it will take a while to get used to the work, I know that I can do it. No problem. I'm getting paid $8.00 an hour, which is WAY over minimum wage here. The minimum wage in South Carolina is supposed to be $7.25 by late July, I think.

Just thought I'd update on my excitement for work! I'm working tomorrow from 8:30 to 5:00!

Cuidate! (Take care!)

my first blog!

This is my first blog! I'm very excited about it. My name is Cassie, and I am who I am. I do not plan on changing for anyone no matter what. I really like meeting new people. I enjoy speaking Spanish, so you may occasionally see Spanish phrases and whatnot throughout my blog. I also avidly write poetry. I plan on making these readily available for those of you who feel like reading them. I am Spanish, and proud. (In case you see random references and/or pictures of Spain).

I've been through so much in my life. The only way I can truly cope with it is by expressing myself in numerous ways. Writing about it seems to help the most. I just got a job at Hyatt Place as a Room Attendant. It has so many opportunites for advancement and new oppotunities.

Anyways, there will be a "debriefing" later.

Cuidate!