Cold...

Seems like everyone around me is sniffing or coughing...

my friends, my colleagues, even my boyfriend. I didn't get the cold from anyone though. I got a sorethroat the other day and one thing became another. First came the cold then the cough. during the overlapping period, it must be one of the worst days you have to endure. I don't know if you have noticed, they always run in a cycle.

It's raining outside. Don't see much of rain in LA. In fact, I think this must only be the fifth time that i have seen rain since moving to LA the year before.

Gotta work overtime tonight again. I have lost count on the number of off days I am entitled to over this mere one year period. Somehow it is always easier for the X to order you to work extra. But when it comes to your turn asking for some time off, it's harder than climbing than Mount Everest. Most of you have similar situations I am sure.

I have worked a full year now and I can start applying for vacation. My company offers 7 days for employees who have worked 1~3 years. I wonder if that is considered decent or unfortunate. I know of many companies that offer 2 weeks of annual leave. But there are also those that offer 5 days, as in my roommate's company.

I may seem lucky at first glance. However, her vacation days double up to 10 days the following year. So that puts me back in square one-unfortunate.