updates, updates
more than two weeks have gone and i successfully surpassed (hmm... almost) the first three months of pregnancy.
anyway, i think it's time to write some updates here... *agiw*
Ballarat Trip
last march 10, we had ballarat trip to visit sovereign hill, a popular attraction in the town. the place/park is like the ones we can see in western movies where the town is surrounded with old-fashioned buildings and stores. and the people (staffs) are also wearing "past-era" garments. we have also attended some learning sessions about the discovery of gold in australia and enjoyed the ride in the coach (kalesa).
An Offer
about two weeks ago, i received a call from one of the biggest IT recruitment companies here in melbourne. the headhunter told me that there is a company in need of an abaper and she asked for my consent to submit my resume to the company. i gave her the go signal to do so as i was quite excited about the good opportunity. then after few days, she invited me to have a talk with her in their office. the meeting went very well and informed me that the employer will schedule an interview with me. i was really looking forward to it and really prepared for it. then when i finally received the call about the detail and logistics, i felt a bit hesitation because their main office (which will possibly be the site for this job) is in a suburb. i even asked my husband to accompany me (weekend before the interview) for a "test trip" to see and experience how long would it take to go to the address. and i was right, it is damn far from the city (imagine! 1 hour and 10 minute travel via train/tram and bus).
anyhow, i still attended the one-on-one interview with the company's manager and his team. again, the meeting with them went well and i had a feeling that i impressed them in the best way i could. before i left, the manager even told me that they will be arranging another series of interview, this time with the IT & HR manager. i was so pleased to hear that.
then the following day, i started to weigh up all the possible scenarios if ever i accept the offer. i would love to have the job (considering it's a permanent role) yet i have to consider my pregnancy. i just decided to email the headhunter and let her understand all my concerns/requests regading the offer. i raised the issues about the location, the status of my visa and the maternity leave. then after a week of exchanging emails and calls with the headhunter for the updates, she finally told me that the company is considering another candidate for the position. at that very moment, i sensed that the job was not really meant for me. i just also informed the headhunter that i cannot accept the job 'cause i really have an issue with the location. afterall, the bub is more important than the job. no regrets.
wow you're having a baby na!!! :) congratulations! at least mas realistic na ung tawag ko na mommy annie :)