I got my first paycheck, and started doing the math. Add 401K contribution amount to net of previous job paycheck to get accurate comparison, then subtract what I'm not paying for train/parking, and although my new salary is actually 8% less gross salary - what with no train/parking and no city wage tax, I actually come out $15 ahead every two week pay period. Plus, I am not buying lunch out as there's no place near, but two microwaves, two LARGE refrigerators and a stove in the lunch room, so I'm spending half as much (or less) for lunch. So this will easily balance out the extra wear and tear on the car, gas, and any increased insurance cost for increased mileage.

And the people are so nice, especially my bosses. I feel so much better. I hadn't realized how much I hated going to work at the old job or how afraid I was of my boss until I started this new job. I'm sleeping well, eating well, and just generally happy.

The only downside is that because I'm driving 20-30 minutes each way instead of riding the train, I'm getting less reading time.

All in all, it is a WIN/WIN/WIN.

By Dawnk777 on Saturday, October 30, 2004 - 10:21 am:

I'm glad it's all working out for you! That's great!

By Karen~moderator on Saturday, October 30, 2004 - 10:31 am:

That is great to hear, Ginny. I'm so happy this job is working out for you!

By Amecmom on Saturday, October 30, 2004 - 10:55 am:

It's great that you are happy and you will be "making" more money. It makes such a difference in your life when you are happy with your work.
Ame

By Rayanne on Saturday, October 30, 2004 - 11:12 am:

I'm glad everything is going well.

By Cat on Saturday, October 30, 2004 - 01:52 pm:

Ginny, that's great!!! Wear and tear on your car is a LOT easier to repair/replace than wear and tear on you. Hugs!

By Amy~moderator on Saturday, October 30, 2004 - 02:17 pm:

I agree with Cat! Ginny - so glad for you.

By Debbie on Saturday, October 30, 2004 - 04:07 pm:

Good for you Ginny. I am so glad that your new job is going so well.

By Kernkate on Saturday, October 30, 2004 - 04:40 pm:

So glad you are making out so well at your new job!!!

By Ginny~moderator on Saturday, October 30, 2004 - 05:55 pm:

Oops - I just realized I put this in parenting instead of general. Sorry

By Jayne2 on Saturday, October 30, 2004 - 06:30 pm:

Ginny that is so great! It's so wonderful to "hear" how happy you are!

By Bobbie~moderatr on Sunday, October 31, 2004 - 12:10 am:

That is so great to hear. I am glad everything is going well and hope it stays that way......

By Feona on Sunday, October 31, 2004 - 04:23 am:

That is good to hear. Glad to hear the new job is going well. Just try to forget about the bad job. Sounds like it would give me nightmares.

By Joy~bundles on Sunday, October 31, 2004 - 12:08 pm:

That's awesome, Ginny!! Good for you!!

By Annie2 on Sunday, October 31, 2004 - 10:51 pm:

Wonderful news! I'm happy for you!

By Fraggle on Monday, November 1, 2004 - 08:18 am:

That is great Ginny!

By Eve on Monday, November 1, 2004 - 09:19 am:

That's so great, Ginny! I'm glad it's going so well for you.

By Dana on Monday, November 1, 2004 - 10:26 am:

Ginny, that is wonderful news. I wasn't even aware that you were switching. I bet your new employer will love having you there!!