Mr Hippo stays put

Mr Hippo wishes to thank Mr Dobson for his concern and sage advice.


And, if Mr Hippo was even remotely considering the possibility of remaining with his current employer even one day longer than absolutely necessary, he might agree with Mr Dobsons assessment and take the day position, even though only 20 hours worth of duties have so far been allocated, and the other 20 might involve distinct unpleasantness or even outright nastiness, which Mr Hippo has a penchant for avoiding at all costs.


However, there is a consideration that Mr Dobson has apparently overlooked.


While it is true that Mr Hippo is loth to abandon his ability to sleep late and soak up the rays of the fading autumn sun (at least until the day time highs fail to reach 55), there is another far more important reason for keeping the second shift position.


Mt Hippo wishes to keep his days clear in order to search for a better job. HR personal and office managers are notorious for only working first shift, and Mr Hippo simply can't recall any interview he has ever had where it didn't take place during daytime hours.


So, in conclusion, Mr Hippo once again thanks Mr Dobson for his advice, but on balance, and all things considered, second shift is the place Mr Hippo needs to be right now.