Update

[gatechic]

Thanks for the well wishes, but unfortunately, Chris didn't get the score he needed. He missed it by a few points. He was so close and was very disappointed. His recruiter said he could try again after 30 days. I told Chris to take advantage of the time and study

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[aelfgyfu_mead]

That's disappointing! At least he can take it over-and he's close enough that it's well worth trying again.

Sorry about the headache and the hot flash!

[gatechic]

He kept saying he was a failure yesterday: he can't find a job, can't pass the ASVAB, etc... He really needs a confidence booster. We had him laughing and joking around by the time we got home.

Thanks. I just took some meds and I'm waiting for it to kick in. I had hot flashes all night. *grr* The joys of menopause.

[aelfgyfu_mead]

Yeah, it's important to break that downward spiral of feeling like a failure. I know so many people looking for work, of various ages and professions . . . it's a terrible time to be searching, but even knowing that at one level often doesn't help at the personal level.

[gatechic]

I know so many people looking for work, of various ages and professions . . .

Hubby was telling him that last night and that it's not just him.

I did mention that his score this time around was better than when he took it in high school. We also tried to encourage him to start a study group with his other friends that want to take the ASVAB at some point. It would benefit all of them.

[erinm_4600]

*hugs for Chris*
*Kleenex for you*

*raises drink*
To Monday!

[gatechic]

Poor kid.

I'm so congested right now. I hate waking with sinus headaches, it throws me off for the entire day.

*raises drink*
To Monday!

[moony_blues]

Thanks for the congrats! We're super excited. And sorry about the ASVAB. He'll get it next time!

[gatechic]

Welcome to the wonderful world of home ownership! There's nothing like having your own home. :D

He did score higher than when he took it in high school. I don't think he took it that serious then. I just need to pull rank on him (no pun intended) and get him to study harder. :)

When you get settled, I want to see pictures.

[persiflage_1]

Oh I'm sorry Chris didn't quite make the grade.

How unusual - we have a public holiday on Monday too! (Though not for Veteran's Day.)

[gatechic]

Thanks. He did take the test when he was in high school, but this time he did far better. I just need to push him a bit harder in his studies even if he thinks I'm being a pain-in-the-butt.

Monday is Memorial Day here, we celebrate Veteran's Day in November. We have two holidays to honor our soldiers: one to honor the living veterans and one to honor those who gave their lives in wars.

[persiflage_1]

He'll thank you when he passes (or so I'd hope!)

Doh, so it is! I had a CRAFT moment (Can't Remember A Flipping Thing) - I blame 3 hours of work.

[gatechic]

He'll complain and all that, but yeah, in the end, he'll look back on it and thank me (yes, he better!).

CRAFT - I like that! I have nothing to blame but a sinus headache. :\

[klcthebookworm]

Too bad for Chris. But if it makes him feel better, I only missed one question on the Census test and they still didn't hire me.