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Comment by Mary on September 11, 2009 at 2:48pm

Yeah, I know I felt like that when I first started this job. It does get easier with time but I remember the first few months I had times I thought I would cry at work. Every now and then I still get a day where something gets thrown at me and I don't feel I handled it well at all and I feel awful, but I just think that when I get home I have my little cuddley sweetie who thinks that I am the greatest! So as silly as it sounds, it might make it easier for you to just picture how you feel when you come home to your two fur babies, whenever you get that panicky feeling.

Comment by Zach and Lisa on September 11, 2009 at 10:33am

I'm sure you can handle the job or else they would not have hired you! Be proud they feel you are able. Learning a new job can always be tough and sometimes very stressful as you know. Just hang in there and it will get better. It has to, right? As long as you are willing and eager to learn it, then they will teach you. Just give it time and all will be well. And remember you always have your dogs to come home to as your sanctuary.

Comment by Sunni A. on September 11, 2009 at 2:33am

Yay! They are good at bringing us down to a simmer!

Comment by Beth on September 10, 2009 at 9:53pm

Early days are always overwhelming. You don't know what you're doing yet and you totally lack the social support system you have in a job you've held for awhile. It's normal to be nervous, and I don't know about you but when I'm under stress, over-tired, and unsure of myself I have a horrible habit of feeling like I'm just plain not competent. I am sure that after a few months you'll look back at this time and smile at your insecurities.

Those toothy grins sure do make it all seem better, don't they? Give them extra hugs and extra low-calorie treats. :-)

Comment by Debbie Algieri & Bella Boo on September 10, 2009 at 9:18pm

Hang in their, the first few days are the hardest. Keep focused on what is important in your life and the rest will take care of itself! Lots of Corgi Love helps.

Comment by Stanley & Charlotte on September 10, 2009 at 9:07pm

Aww, first days at a new job are always hard. After a while, I'm sure you'll be an old pro at it!! Hang in there! When things get tough, just think of your two babies!

Comment by Bev Levy on September 10, 2009 at 8:50pm

It is probably good that you realize you don't know it all in a new job. It means you are ready to learn. Your corgis know you are special so listen to them, they are smart dogs!!

Comment by Jane Christensen on September 10, 2009 at 7:47pm

They sure are wonderful and bring us back to what is important...them....good luck with the new job, I know how overwhelming things can seem and may tomorrow be better!