Patience...

I have demonstrated patience when I least expected myself to... like when I was a technical trainer at the Very Big Bank Mortgage Company when I had trainees use their mice when the PC was in DOS or when the lady in the convenience store in my building asked me if my hair is naturally curly (she's asked me five times).

However... (you knew there would be a "however" didn't you?)...

This wait to see if I got a new job is killing me! (Okay, perhaps "killing" is a tad extreme.)

I first posted for the job in February.
I was asked to send writing samples around the time of my first interview (with HR) in April.
I was asked to send more writing samples afterward.
I had an interview with the hiring manager in June.
I proceeded to have five more interviews with various people who are my would-be coworkers (one in person and four via telephone) in July.
I was told that I am a top finalist and asked to complete a writing assignment in July.

I have been patient so far, but I really could use a change right now! This job seems like a great fit for me in many ways. (Sigh.)

I will wait. I can be patient. That's all I can do.

Stay tuned!