Wow. This snow’s not kidding.
It played all pretty and nice this morning:
Then it escalated in the late hours of the afternoon:
It’s past 9 p.m. right now and it’s still going:
Talk about a winter wonderland. I wanted to frolic outside all day! But somehow watching numerous episodes of It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia on Hulu in my warm bed seemed more appealing 
I woke up starving for some reason and beasted on this like Taz over here. Except you know, I’m blonde:
Ricotta & banana oats with chia seeds. A.k.a. heaven in a jar.
Lunch included a cup of grandma’s borscht:
And a salad: mixed greens, shredded carrots, beets & tomato basil feta:
Snack face appeared later. I treated it with an orange:
For dinner, I consulted my new cooking bible: How to Cook Everything Vegetarian by Mark Bittman. I made his “Easiest Bean Burgers,” using chickpeas. This burger was the best homemade veggie burger I’ve ever made. You can’t see me, but I’m bowing to Mr. Bittman.
Served on a Thomas Light Multigrain English muffin with a Babybel Cheddar wedge. And what’s a burger without fries? Butternut squash fries, that is:
I had two pieces of dark sea salt chocolate for dessert. But no time for pictures when chocolate is involved, you understand.
Now that we’ve taken care of business, it’s time for the super exciting news:
If you’ve been reading the blog for some time, then you know that the past few months haven’t been so easy for me. I graduated college a semester early and was anxious to find a job as soon as possible.
I wrote endless cover letters and sent out my resume to dozens of places. A few weeks ago, this pattern was interrupted when I had to switch gears from cover letters to:
Interview mode! I recently heard back from one company that I applied to a month ago. Interestingly enough, it was the job that I wanted the most out of all my applications.
So for the past few weeks, I’ve been going through a hiring process for a reporter position at a magazine that covers health care issues and the medical industry.
I had to:
- Interview with the editor-in-chief and provide writing samples
- Meet with the President of the company and “reverse interview” him about the company (on my birthday!)
- Write a company profile based on the interview I conducted to demonstrate writing ability
Upon the successful completion of the aforementioned steps, the editor chose the reporter he wanted to hire…
AND I GOT THE JOB! He offered me the position earlier this week, and I took it.
So I got my first, post-graduation job! I start 9 to 5:30-ing next Wednesday. I’m really excited about this job because it combines my passion for writing with my interest in health care. YEAH!
The office is located in the Financial District, right next to the famous Charging Bull. There are more perks that come with the position that I’ll reveal later on 
Obviously, the new schedule will bring some ch-ch-ch-changes to eating & exercise routines:
- Packed lunch every day
- Probably lots of leftovers for dinner
- Gym trips after work
I’ll try to keep this blog somewhat exciting…I’m sure it’s going to be a tough adjustment at first but I am just as excited as I am nervous. So it’s cool.
Until I dive into the work world, I’m straight up loungin’ yo. Oh, and buying work clothes. Woohoo.
You should all check out Gena’s Tribest Blender Giveaway and have a fabulous night.
congratulations, olga!!!!!! so exciting that you got the job — you earned it and are obviously the best person they could have picked
i can’t wait to hear how it goes once you really get going with it!
That’s great news! Good luck and I’m sure you’ll love your new routine!
Oh my gosh!! Congrats!!!!!!!! Can I please take you out for a congratulatory drink (or 3?)
Congrats on the job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Im so happy for you!!!
Yay for OIAJ too!!! Have a great day!!!!
Congrats on the job offer!!! that’s wonderful to hear that you’ve found such a great job that you really want to do so soon out of college! it took me over year to find my dream job! Such wonderful news!
Congratulations! That is such great news!!
PS You’ve got me thinking I should dig out my copy of How to Cook Everything Vegetarian…
A HUGE congrats! Go get ‘em tiger!
Yeeeeeeeeeah git it girl! Congratulations and welcome to the world of the desk jockey.
I’m excited for you!
Wow, that’s really serious snow, but good looking food! Congrats on the job, great news and wonderful that you’ll be doing something you truly enjoy!
Congrats, girl! You deserve it!
Congrats on the job! My office is a block from the Bull. We should definitely meet for lunch or drinks some time.
I would love too! Especially since I’m going to be new to the area!
Olga that’s fantastic news! Hooray! Wheee!
Congratulations on the job! It sounds like a good match for your interests. That is really, really awesome, and I am so happy for you!
Stay warm in that snow! I hear the East Coast is a mess.
haha the snow is definitely SERIOUS
OMG CONGRATS on your job!! As you explain it, it sounds like a really ideal position for you, I cannot wait to hear how it goes!! You are awesome Olga.
girlfrannnnnn!! a million congrats and a trillion hugs! you make me so proud
Congratulations on the new job! I’m coming to you when I start interviewing…
Omg I’m SO excited for you. Congratulations!!! I’m excited to read your post-employment blog. I’m sure it will be just as interesting
Congrats on the job! That’s great to hear that you got the job that you wanted the most!
YAY!!!!!! Congratulations, Olga!!!!!!!!!!!!!
CONGRATULATIONS!!! SOO EXCITING!!!
Congrats!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Good luck with your first grown-up job
CONGRATS ON THE JOB GIRL!!
Congrats on the job!
Yay, congrats on the job!
congratulations! enjoy the snow!
Say it with me: snow day! snow day! snow day!
Good luck with all of your interviews, girly!