I will be out of the office tomorrow with no access to computers and no chance to blog (I expect). While I'm gone, I recommend browsing through my set of links under "Daily (practically) Reads". There are some first rate writers represented there.

Psst, don't tell anyone, but I am off for a job interview. Keep your fingers crossed and wish me whatever you are inclined to wish me. I am, truth be told, a bit nervous. Perhaps not nervous, just scared about being disappointed if I don't get the offer. That may be it, really. Of course, I am also apprehensive about the consequences of getting an offer, but that's another story. The only way I know how to deal with that kind of nervousness is through preparation. I think I am prepared. I have probably spent over 15 hours preparing for it. I have reviewed my resume, the summary I have made of every interesting case I have ever worked on, re-read my writing samples, re-read the published opinions judges have rendered in cases in which I am counsel of record, read everything I could find on the internet about the organization and the person I will be meeting with, and am close to ready. I have my best suit back from the cleaners and my shoes are shined. Now, just fingers crossed, deep breath, and into the breach.

See you all on Tuesday.

Posted by: Random Penseur at 10:19 AM | Comments (10) | Add Comment
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1 Well good luck RP, I'm rooting for you. Hey, guess what? My daughter in the states is applying for Law school! So I hope you get the job you want and she gets into law!

Posted by: Rachel Ann at November 21, 2004 03:05 PM (iT4Tl)

2 Go for it!! Relax and be your own sweet self. Shake hands and have a big time!!

Posted by: Azalea at November 21, 2004 03:31 PM (hRxUm)

3 You know how I feel about this, RP. You're MORE than prepared; now just don't forget to relax and breathe! Honestly, I think you've got it. If you want it. I have a feeling that an engaging person such as yourself does SMASHING interviews. Relax, breathe, smile and KNOCK 'EM DEAD! ::: still concentrating really hard :::

Posted by: Margi at November 21, 2004 03:47 PM (MAdsZ)

4 OW! ::: wink :::

Posted by: Margi at November 21, 2004 09:15 PM (MAdsZ)

5 Good luck. With that much preparation they'll have to offer you either the job or a judge-ship. What kind of boats do judges get anyway? My last interview required huge amounts of preparation. It went like this: Them: "Do you want a job in Hong Kong." Me: "OK" Them: "See you in a month then." They've been regretting it since!

Posted by: Simon at November 22, 2004 03:28 AM (OyeEA)

6 Best of luck!

Posted by: Hannah at November 22, 2004 02:05 PM (0tNIc)

7 Great good luck, Random!

Posted by: Amber at November 22, 2004 02:05 PM (zQE5D)

8 Random, I've been almost exactly where you seem to be, career-wise, and hope this turns out for you like it did for me... Best of luck!

Posted by: JohnL at November 22, 2004 11:55 PM (gplif)

9 and?? or maybe we shouldn't ask...and instead smile knowingly. yes - that's good. we'll do that. so...ready for thanksgiving? i'll wave as i drive past!

Posted by: standing naked at November 23, 2004 12:06 PM (IAJcf)

10 Thanks for the good wishes, everyone. Rachel Anne, tell your daughter to reconsider. I urge you.

Posted by: RP at November 23, 2004 12:48 PM (LlPKh)

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