Frustrating, Upsetting friday

This past Friday was a really crappy day.  There were more layoffs at work and unfortunately my closest "work friend" was let go along with one of our most productive title officers. I am heartbroken and upset for my friend, as she was one of the best employees that we had. It is always sad when someone is let go, but when it is someone that excels at their job and is a huge asset to the company, it is even harder. We were already slammed at work due to all the cutbacks, and this is just going to make it that much worse. I was approved to work overtime, which is great, but also stressful. I know that it is going to be pretty much a necessity now. 

I am venting, but I have to say, I feel incredibly lucky to still be employed in the industry I work in. It is really rough out there right now, and I need to make sure I take a moment to count my blessings. Work may be stressful, but at least it is work.

Since Friday was such a craptastic day, I said screw my diet and The Husband and I went out for Italian food and drinks at Peppino's. Peppino's is a locally owned Italian restaurant that is spectacular. I dinned on some Pizza Margherita and The Husband had veal, lobster, shrimp and pasta.  The owner's father was even there checking on the customers and chatting with people, which was a great personal touch, esp. since he is an elderly Italian man, complete with accent and boisterous personality.

After dinner we went and saw Adventureland, which was great. It was sweet and heartwarming while also being very very funny. Plus it had a great soundtrack of 80's hits, which really makes any movie that much more fun. So I would definitely recommend Adventureland :)

As far as my diet is concerned, I have lost 7lbs so far, so that scale is moving in the right direction. As my Mom likes to say, I will get in that thong bathing suit yet!