My job is killing me.

2:45 AM. That's what time my alarm went off yesterday morning...on purpose. Why, you ask? Because I live to work. My boss "volunteered" her staff to help at the Las Vegas Marathon on Sunday (in addition to a regular work week, and after I had a work commitment on Saturday and another this coming Saturday). Having gotten lost more than a few times in a "new" city, I opted to drive my 3 co-workers so they could serve as navigators. However, that meant leaving my house at 3:15 AM. Ouch. We were responsible for the Mile 2 water stop, just in front of Caesar's Palace on The Strip. Let's just say I was slightly scandalized by the escapades witnessed on The Strip that early in the morning.
In keeping with its reputation, the Las Vegas marathon was a mess. All of the supplies were delivered at 4:30. We were told 4:00, but let's not get too nit picky. However, one integral piece of equipment didn't make it: TABLES. So in a scramble, we were emptying boxes and turning them over, forming makeshift tables that were just low enough to leave one's back in excruciating pain after pouring thousands of cups of water.Poor Christina and Kristi finally took to the streets, quite literally.I preferred sweeping garbage. Most of those running are very concerned with the amount of time it takes them to complete the race, so actually disposing of their waste was at the bottom of their list of priorities. Water cups, gel wrappers, gloves, sweaters and everything else was discarded on the street and I was responsible for sweeping, raking and shoveling it into the garbage. We were also conveniently located near a group of Porta Potties, outside which huge lines formed every few minutes. For some reason, no one took kindly to me asking them if they needed water - maybe because I followed it up with "Or is that the problem?" Cheeky monkey. Highlight #1: we were stationed right across from the Flamingo, featuring Donny & Marie. Do you think the rooms behind the legendary teeth cost more?
Highlight #2: working with some of my favourite people. I really do have awesome co-workers. We definitely missed Heidi, although she was on holiday and probably wasn't upset about missing this!
Highlight #3: The happy helpers. Believe it or not, we had more than 30 people volunteer to come and help us. Good people, every one.
The downside: This was me yesterday with 3 layers, 2 blankets and one wicked fever. I was sent home from work today, as my right lung is threatening to be coughed right up and I'm on the brink of exhaustion. I feel crummy!
If anyone knows of any open positions that won't require me to work Monday - Sunday, please let me know! (I'm not kidding.)