My week away from home

What a week it was. I had my first experience traveling with my new job. The travel to Amarillo was not very exciting. Nothing fantastic to talk about. I left in the morning just like I would have if I was going into the office, but I went to the airport instead, after a “brief” stop at the bank. I say “brief” because it took them 20 minutes to figure out what I wanted and get me my money. I was so frustrated, but I need the cash, or I would have no way to pay for anything while I was gone. So we arrived in Amarillo and the hotel was very nice. I now know why my dad is a Hilton snob. It was very nice. Plus I like having the cable. So we went to the first review, and I found it interesting how nervous these poor Managers are. I understand they want to do well, but the more nervous they are the more I am apt to think they do not know what they are doing. The lady on the last day nearly wet herself when we walked in. And they know that we are coming. But what can I do, but be patient and hope they know what they are doing. The three properties that we went to this week were all elderly properties. No horrible details to tell you, except that the managers add and subtract as well as I do. Division really seems to give them a run for their money. All the older people were so nice and they had their homes SO clean. I only wish my home was as clean as theirs. I really did learn so much. I am anxious to start learning how to right the reports and go on the next review. I am thinking I will really enjoy this job. I like meeting the people, and helping them learn how to do what they need to do to be in compliance with HUD. I feel like I am helping the residence in a way, we are ensuring they have a clean, safe home to live in, and they are paying the correct amount of rent and they are told of their rights and responsibilities. It is rather fulfilling, but also VERY tiring. My plane was delayed on the way home. My bag got to Austin before I did. But I made it and was home in my bed just after midnight. Only three hours late. At least I did not have to sleep in the airport and catch a flight this morning.