Handling Life As It Comes...

The last few weeks/months have been an interesting time for me. I've learned some, dealt with some, and avoided some. I'd go into detail if I felt it was necessary or relevant, but just the fact that I've been dealing with stuff should be enough.

Mostly work related. It is the biggest cause of stress on my life lately.

Trying to get my life squared away. Trying to bring meaning to my existence.My job is causing a setback.  I do a damn good job fixing the machines that make aircraft parts. Stuff that keeps planes in the sky. I take a lot of pride in it, and the work ethic/principles I learned from my father make sure I do the best job I can. Most of the stuff we make, I can't talk about, but I do my damndest to make sure the machine makes it right. And too many people these days (my bosses/co-workers) just want to fix it fast. The 'Just get it done' attitude. Whatever happened to pride in your work?  Caring for the people that might be affected? Nah, it's all about getting it done fast, under budget, and away from corporate scrutiny. I don't do that shit. I do it right.

I understand the whole 'Time is Money' theory, but that theory is only applicable to those who are interested in the money, and not the product they sell. Money should come second. Because, if you sell quality, the money will come. If I wanted an engine rebuilt, I could pay the gas station on the corner $200 and have it in a week, or I could pay a pro $1000 and have it in a month. Which would you place more trust in?

I deal with this all the time. I get told to take my time to do it right, then get asked every 15 minutes "How much longer?" So I tell them I will let them know when I'm done. 10 min later "How much longer?"

I love my job, and what I do, but between the people I work around or with, I'm not sure the corporate job world is for me. I've suggested changes, but I am but an ant among giants. I'm not expecting any of that to happen.

So, the next time an unshaven handsome dude with shaggy hair asks if you want fries with your order, it might be me so say yes.

I'm done tonight. Goodnight / Good Day
-B-

"Be true to your work, your word, and your friend." -- Henry David Thoreau