New Employment

Yesterday I had an interview for a part-time merchandiser position with TNG (formerly The News Group).  To be honest, it wasn't much of an interview as the district supervisor offered me the position on the spot.  This was only after a few minutes of conversation concerning the roles and responsibilities of the position.  Have you ever wondered about something happening too smoothly?  I did!  Before the end of the day well in to the next morning, I couldn't help but to wait for the other shoe to drop, figuratively speaking.  The first day on the job went very smoothly as I had no problem finding the first store on my route.  Then the trainer stated she didn't know why she was there as I could have handled it without any assistance from her.  In other words, I didn't need much training.  To add blessing upon blessing, I was informed of the district supervisor's intent to train me to become the area trainer, which included a one dollar pay raise.  The other shoe hasn't dropped because God is at work.  When the Almighty intervenes in the lives of His children, the miraculous happen.  Blessings flow all the while receiving the glory from His divine intervention.  I am blessed after much praying about the situation.  I was concerned and a bit worried, but to no avail as it was all out of my hands.  God's timing is best.  Thank you God for your blessing!  Now I have a second job to supplement my income at the smoke shop.

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