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Dennis Matsunaga — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 17:01:21 +0000

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Okay… Is this thing on?

Dennis Matsunaga — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:22:31 +0000

So my last post was in October 2008.. Something happened, but it looks like things are getting back on track. Just have to get the gallery back up.

Okay, what happened?? Digi’s Life YO.

Dennis Matsunaga — Sat, 11 Oct 2008 08:46:35 +0000

What week did I stop at? So long ago already. So long, that I’ve been on the job and just have a few weeks of training to go. Things are going okay. The job has really been an experience. I don’t think there is another job in the world quite like it. I work nights now, and it isn’t so bad. Well, not as bad as I thought it would be. I can’t believe how much stuff there is to learn and pickup on at work. It seems like I learn something new everyday. In the meantime, my son was born. Born SUPER early and has had a tough life even though it’s been a short one. He spent 4+ months in the hospital but is now home. Needless to say, life has dramatically changed for me. Always gotta think about the baby now. No more me and the wife… It’s “us” for reall now. lol

Week 7..

Dennis Matsunaga — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 23:44:50 +0000

Wow.. Just 3 weeks left before the “real” test comes! It’s coming to an end quickly. Had to take the state tests Friday and passed those, so I have my first change in “status.” Had a good workout on Friday. So much that I dropped 5 pounds in a day! LOL. I am really going to have to take care of myself when I am done or I will be the “typical” donut eating person you think of. lol. Week 7 was packed with studying. I spent 3 to 4 hours a night preparing for the Friday test. It was pretty stressful, but glad it’s over. I don’t think I ever seen the team more excited as I did Friday when everyone was told that they passed. Not only did we pass as a team, but we set a record for the average score for the test! Ofcourse, we couldn’t go through the week without getting checked a couple times. 7 weeks in and we still are doing some dumb things.. Time to order my duty gear! woot!

Week 5/6…

Dennis Matsunaga — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 02:23:21 +0000

Well, I didn’t really do much of an update for week 5. Week 5 ended with a lot of physical activities, leaving me pretty banged up for the weekend. Nothing some Ibuprofen couldn’t handle! LOL. Other than that, the typical testing and getting yelled at for slacking off.

Week 6 was interesting. I was introduced to chemical agents. It was a day I will never forget. It was also a week filled with tests. A total of 7. (if I recall correctly) I passed all of them. A lot of teamwork and relationships are starting to grow. Everyone if pulling toghether and rallying amongst each other. It’s a great atmosphere. I can’t believe there are 4 weeks to go! 6 weeks has gone by so fast! Week 7, here I come!

Week # 4

Dennis Matsunaga — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 20:06:19 +0000

Another week complete. 6 more to go. I really doesn’t stop there as I will be getting to the nitty-gritty of things. Anyone can be a professional based of books and tests. Real, on the job training, is what will ultimately be the deciding factor. After 4 weeks, I am tied at the top of the class for overall test scores. That’s a shocker to me.. I’m just happy to be passing everything so far. I’ve just been studying like mad and hoping for the best. Had 3 days of PT this week. The third day was pretty brutal!! I think I finally got my strength back… lol.. Got more studying to do this weekend, so I better get on it!!

Week #3

Dennis Matsunaga — Sat, 15 Mar 2008 03:13:27 +0000

Another week down. It has been the most interesting to date. Looks like every Friday we are going to get a butt kicking!! Some pretty intense workouts going on, on these days. When this trip is all said and done, I will have a story to share with everyone. But, in the fairness of keeping things quiet, I can’t share that story right now. All I have to say is that I haven’t had SO much adrenaline flowing in a long time. If I happen to have a chance to talk to people, I will share that story. The internet can be seen by so many people, so I don’t want to post it on here. This week seemed to just fly by. I guess that’s a good thing. Right now, nothing is really guaranteed. I just have to keep giving it 110% and know that I gave it my all. I’ve been VERY focused on this so far and lucky that my wife has helped out tremendously. The stress level hasn’t dropped though and I doubt it will. I’ll just keep taking it one day at a time.

Week 2, DONE!

Dennis Matsunaga — Sat, 08 Mar 2008 04:22:14 +0000

Survived another week! We are getting crammed with information. Tons of great information I might add. Today (Friday) we took a bunch of lumps. A little different from what I have been use to, but I made it. Probably the hardest day thus far. Had the first job knowledge test as well and I passed that with flying colors. That caught me by suprise as I wasn’t feeling too confident after taking the test. Still haven’t got use to the uniforms pressing and the boot shining, but it is slowly getting easier. So much information to process… Hope I can sleep this weekend!!

Week One Done!

Dennis Matsunaga — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 03:53:17 +0000

If you know me, then you know what I am talking about. For security reasons, I won’t name the employer directly.

I was pretty nervous throughout the week. I guess that’s just me, trying to be perfect and getting things right the first time. Lots of classroom time, learning TONS of material. A lot of interesting things that I would have not known otherwise and that’s just in the first week. What I enjoy about it is the teamwork that is taking place. While it’s not a gigantic, collective group, we all watch each other’s back. We only had one day of physical activity, and it was great. I hung in there, even though the instructor said he was taking it easy on us!! I just have to keep running to maintain some endurance. It all went by pretty quick and I don’t plan on letting up. I tend to keep at this 110%. I’m sure it will get harder as it goes, but I am confident I can make it.

Saying Goodbye…

Dennis Matsunaga — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 02:48:11 +0000

Today marks and end of a chapter, and start of a new one. Today was my last day working in Hayward. 14-1/2 years!! My first, and only real job out of High School. It was a surreal experience today while I gathered my things. I didn’t want to say goodbye to anyone. I was suprised in the morning by a gift from the employees. Reality hit and I needed to gather myself for a moment. It still doesn’t feel like all of this is happening. I’m sure when Monday comes, I’ll know FOR SURE that this is all for real. To just say I will miss people from work is an understatement. It’s half of my life I am leaving behind. (okay, I know I’m not 29!! lol) I will do my best to keep in touch. If anyone from work is reading this, I wish you luck and I will always keep you in my thoughts. – D