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 |  Being Retired now, I thought that it was time for a new name to this Blog |
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Talk about perks, my career had one of the best I can think of! I traveled in the course of business, delivering classes for my employer. I am a Senior Training Specialist for Motorola Solutions, and teach classes on a wide variety of subjects centered around 2 way radio communications (for eight more weeks). I knew that when the time arrived that I would retire. That time is now. I've always said that if you can't stand the heat in the kitchen, get out! I can't handle the heat anymore. I was qualified to deliver approximately 32 different classes, but about half of those were 'Legacy' classes, and are not in demand anymore. My students were/are technicians, those who maintained, programmed, calibrated, and repaired large 2-way radio systems. Some of these systems are statewide, and use TCP-IP networking to allow sites to communicate with others. Some are small, traditional type radio sites. The size doesn't matter, in each case the systems must be kept operational at all times, since many of them are Public Safety Systems. So I traveled, sometimes frequently, 3-4 weeks in a row.... where have I been? This probably won't have daily entries, but I will make entries to update you about my life before and during my employment with Motorola Solutions. I also intend to update you all about what I'm doing in retirement. Well, here we go with this new adventure, let's see where it takes us.  Best Cultural And Regional Honorable Mention |
| Locale: San Pedro, Ca Week of: April 25, 2022 This week's class was more than one could hope for. I always try to do my best, and this particular subject brings out my personality more than most. Why? Because it's not a technical subject, but then again it is. It's just that in this class, you facilitate far more than lecture. True, it's 'Death By Powerpoint' all week, but it's how you deliver it that makes it a good class. I don't read from the slides, we discuss the idea of it all. But, you have to know the technical side too, you must know the subject matter, just like any class you teach. It's all in how you deliver it. Prior to coming to SoCal, I contacted a few WDC members I know who live in the LA area. We arranged to meet on Saturday morning for breakfast/lunch. What a fantastic outing it was too! We met at 'The Pan' and were not disappointed in the menu one bit. https://www.thepan1.com/lomita-menu I saw an item on the menu, and stopped looking. I love Shrimp & Grits, and this serving of it was excellent. But wait, who was there with me? Well, how lucky can an old man get when three beautiful women meet him for breakfast on a Saturday morning? Joining me were Annette  , someone I've met several times in the past, a woman I consider a close friend. Also joining us was Schnujo's Giving Away GPs  . She has so much energy with the things she's doing, not just on WDC here, but in real life. I get exhausted just reading what's going on with her! And last, but certainly not least, was QueenOwl ~ A New Day Dawns  . She is such a sweetheart, a very caring person who wants to meet other WDC members and live life to the fullest. This was my first time meeting Jody Schnujo's Giving Away GPs and Miriam QueenOwl ~ A New Day Dawns , I certainly hope it won't be the last time we meet. But what a way to end the week!After that wonderful breakfast, I drove to LAX to catch a flight to Fort Lauderdale for my next class. We didn't leave until 3 pm LA time, and arrived in Fort Lauderdale about 11 pm. Needless to say, I was pretty tired by the time I got to my hotel. Unlike LA, I don't have a car here. Parking is outrageous and costly. Of course it's that way in any big city, but it seems worse here. Plus, the training site is a 15 minute walk away, so I don't need a car other than to get to dinner. Uber will suffice fine for that purpose.  In Closing I am here in Fort Lauderdale this week and will fly home Friday once class is done. Next week I'm on vacation, or staycation since we're not going anywhere. I do have plenty to do around the house, and will get some work done despite being on vacation. My boss hates it when I do that, but it's about the only time I can find to get things done at a leisurely pace! Til next time, be good to yourselves and those you love, and WRITE!  Jim Dorrell |
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Although, I hope you've got a portable table set up for prep while you wait for counters or a microwave for those frozen meals.
