I got an e-mail this morning indicating Greg posted the following comment (although for some reason I can't see it now):
"Just found out I made it onto the register as well (#2/4). From the sound of it, there will be a September class for engineers and the invites should start going out after 16 July."
Congrats Greg, that's outstanding! Although I expect I'm probably #3 at this point, I'm hoping State still wants to fill 7 spots...and that I stay above #8.
I haven't gotten (or requested) any additional info since my last entry. Two weeks ago my registrar indicated managment had not yet decided on whether or not the September specialist training class will be held, and indicated more information should be available around the middle of July. Consistent with Greg's comment: at least two more weeks. Bummer.
I'm thinking this is all part of the assessment: can I survive the wait to determine if my life will change radically. I'm trying to smile for the traffic cameras they're surely using to monitor my movement and behavior, but it's tough. I have to passify my anticipation by looking at things like this State presentation at this year's ACEC conference: check out slide 15 showing 2012 and 2013 projects. Majuro. Srsly?
By the way, here's a quick shout out to all the State staff outside the U.S.: hope you have a great 4th! Based on what I've read, 4th of July celebrations at embassies can involve months of planning and effort. Thinking about their situations brings a new appreciation to what the 4th means for me, with reminders to avoid complacency and feelings of entitlement. This represents part of what makes this position so appealing to me: there are a lot of fascinating perspectives around the world I'd like to understand better.
Time for me to get back to waiting. More [information] soon hopefully.
(This post written while listening to Gogol Bordello Start Wearing Purple.)
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