Hi Ho Hi Ho

Its been a crazy fall quarter, with the three jobs and all. Everyone asks me, "why on Earth do you have three jobs?". I would say its a combination of boredom, credit card debt, and perks. I have worked at the rockwall since I was a freshman. It has always been a fairly chill situation and its in between classes. This quarter at the wall hasnt been as fun, since my arm is still healing. Its kind of depressing to have to be there three days a week and not be able to climb. And then I see a cut, shirtless guy, cranking on a burly crux, and I dont feel so bad.
I have worked at REI for nearly a year now. Retail sucks. I hate having to commute to answer stupid questions and dealing with customers who want me to touch their feet. Eight hours of retail is equivalent to eternity. I like the people I work with, and the fact that we are a cooperative. But, with that, comes 'sensitive' values. I had to have a mediated chat with a supervisor about 'communication issues'. I dont deal well with emotional touchy-feely drama (probably good I'm single), and definitely dont have time/tolerance for it these days. On the other hand, free backpacks and killer discounts make my day.
My newest and main job is at Anastasias Asylum. The hours are ideal (7 or 8pm til 2amish) and tips are nice (but minimal). The other night I had to kick out a drunk homeless lady, but that comes with Santa Monica. And I thought all the weirdos were in the valley... My manager, David, is a Brit, who manages to offend most everyone. Its very entertaining. We have live music, art, and lots of actors/screenwriter customers; a nice contrast to the depths of Boelter. advice from coffee connoisseur: decaf is a waste of money.

Quotes:
"We got lowfat, we got nonfat, but no more Arafat." an English scorpio

"Are you an athlete, or do you just like water?" ASUCLA employee

"Wait, you have a female professor?!" Schopf

"Youre an engineering major, youre not supposed to have fun. Youre supposed to go home and study." Patrick upon hearing I chose poker over aircraft propulsion

P.S. I am about 85% sure I know who wrote that anonymous post. well, maybe more like 70% sure. Actually, its more like an educated guess.