WHEW!

I can't believe its finally the weekend! After being unemployed for 4 months, I finally joined the working world again. The only problem is I have become that person everyone loves to hate. I am a door to door salesman. Fortunately its for a charity, so I don't feel terrible, but if you really want to learn about people (and yourself) do door to door sales. You actually learn to appreciate the people who slam the door in your face because at least they don't waste your time.

I'm actually surprised at how friendly a lot of people are. Yesterday I got invited into at least 5 homes, got offered, tea, coffee and a seat. A lot of people actually take the time to listen to what you have to say and are more than happy to donate (though not through me unfortunately). Its entirely commission based, but so far I haven't been doing too bad. The hardest part is getting home at 8pm and being completely wiped out. Walking for 5 hours straight is no easy feat. I've decided with all these calories i've been burning I won't feel so guilty about all the chocolate i've been eating.

It's hard work, but I get to work with some fun social people and the hours are great. Since I don't have to be in until noon I can use the mornings to hunt for the job I actually want. I get to be outside all day and really get to see the city. Houses here are SOOOO confusing. There are multiple houses at every address and you can NEVER tell where the front door is (and if the door you are standing at is even the front door). Great exercise though!

Wednesday was my first day and I got two sales! No one really expects you to make any sales your first day since you are still learning, but both me and the other new girl got two so we were excited. I found out some of my friends were back in town, so I joined them when I got back and got sucked into playing in a beer pong tournament. Somehow I managed to win and the prize was a bus pass all over NZ worth $1200. I guess I'll be traveling again at some point. I wanted to sell it and use the money to buy a car, but that's apparently not allowed on prizes.

Today my goal is to find a flat to live in so I can be moved out of the hostel by tomorrow. The weather is beautiful today, so it should be a good day!