You're already on the right track. Despite the obvious frustration, you have a healthy and positive attitude. Like Jim and Carl mentioned, consider this situation of your having to work with this slacker as an oportunity for you to even better demonstrate your own ability to stay focused on enhancing you own work ethics, skills, and responsibilities. I'm certain that the higher-ups are already taking notice. When it comes to future promotions or layoffs, this will pay off in your favor!

GOOD LUCK, AND 'STAY WITH IT'! :thumb: