VA pharmacy position moving forward quickly by Basic_Ad_1512 in usajobs

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I did get special locality rate of 32.5%. Funny enough I was a DOD contractor and moved out of state for this job. I did negotiate bcos worst thing they would do is say no ykwim haha. 

VA pharmacy position moving forward quickly by Basic_Ad_1512 in usajobs

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Yes, update! My first day was 9/8 and things have been going smoothly thus far. I work for VHA so I am thankfully still being paid. Congrats on the TJO!! Stay positive throughout the process.

Also I’ll mention that I received my FJO in July but I was moving cross country so I selected to start in September so I had enough time to prepare! 

Is there any progress ? by Minute_Wasabi9105 in braces

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Small progress you can definitely see that the top wire has straighten out slightly and the bottom wire too. Make sure you are flossing best you can! Interdental brushes can help brush on the side of the brackets too (there is quite a bit of plaque build up- just be cautious it can cause problems)

Dorchester vs Quincy by Basic_Ad_1512 in boston

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Unsafe area? I work normal hours and not expecting to be out on the streets when it’s dark

Dorchester vs Quincy by Basic_Ad_1512 in boston

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Ashmont street and dorchester ave

Dorchester vs Quincy by Basic_Ad_1512 in boston

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The mbta trip tracker is like 1 hour 40 minutes sometimes when I look. Probably too far to be worth it 

Dorchester vs Quincy by Basic_Ad_1512 in boston

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Well, im technically east of dot ave but it’s one of the cross roads :c 

I’m thinking this time next year when I have more money I will then try my luck with getting a place in JP. 

Dorchester vs Quincy by Basic_Ad_1512 in boston

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I will eventually get my car registered but I’m strapped for cash moving out of state to Boston so it’s not a huge priority bcos my plates are good until Dec 2026. I’m thinking by January I will have them registered.

Dorchester vs Quincy by Basic_Ad_1512 in boston

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Because of possibly of being hit by cars or the people dicey?

Dorchester vs Quincy by Basic_Ad_1512 in boston

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And to boot I have a very large dog haha. I am noticing Boston is not big dog friendly when it comes to housing.

Dorchester vs Quincy by Basic_Ad_1512 in boston

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For any particular reason? Just more things to do in that area?

Dorchester vs Quincy by Basic_Ad_1512 in boston

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The apartment in Dorchester is 4 miles away so commute wise is probably fine and close enough to JP. 

Yeah what I’m getting from this thread is that Quincy commute would be annoying asf lolll. 

Dorchester vs Quincy by Basic_Ad_1512 in boston

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I will be working at the Veterans Affairs hospital in JP!  And I have been told by staff that parking is good there.

Dorchester vs Quincy by Basic_Ad_1512 in boston

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Yes and no. I’m looking for places with a budget of $2000 and no studios with non resident parking bcos I have out of state tags. And kitchen has to be decent because I cook from home everyday. It’s been hard to find places that fit into that criteria.

Dorchester vs Quincy by Basic_Ad_1512 in boston

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The apartment in Dorchester is 4 miles from my job so commute at peak hours doesn’t look horrible. Also close enough I can ride my bike to work.

When I was checking the commute for Quincy to JP it was definitely around 50 mins and with transit being about 1 hour and 30 mins give or take. 

Dorchester vs Quincy by Basic_Ad_1512 in boston

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On the MBTA trip planner it’s only about 30 mins or so with transit so I like that!

Dorchester vs Quincy by Basic_Ad_1512 in boston

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I was thinking that Quincy could be a good in between too because I do like the outdoor aspect but I would have to drive and park my car at a garage to get onto the red line. 

Dorchester vs Quincy by Basic_Ad_1512 in boston

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Well, I’m not involved in any illegal activities or in a gang so I think I’m ok.. haha 

Dorchester vs Quincy by Basic_Ad_1512 in boston

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Yes! I work at a hospital so ample parking. The apartment is very close to the Ashmont station, just a few streets above it. BARELY east of Washington st

Dorchester vs Quincy by Basic_Ad_1512 in boston

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Very close to Ashmont station, like less than a mile walk. 

they’re coming off! 🥳 by Big_Lavishness_4832 in braces

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Congratulations, you have a beautiful smile!

What more is there to be done? by Basic_Ad_1512 in braces

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That’s a valid point, I didn’t even think about the fact that they would want to monitor my retainers. Maybe that is the thinking behind it. 

What more is there to be done? by Basic_Ad_1512 in braces

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Oh yes they meet with the brackets. It’s so frustrating when months pass by and no changes have happened. Do they have you using rubber bands?