What a ride...
Life, like my posting has been very lackadaisical lately. Things have changed greatly since my last post. As most of you know my company shut down operations on August 16 and filed for bankruptcy a few days later. Looking back, August 16th, though one of the saddest days of my life, was almost a relief. I had known since the market turned the first week of August that our company was at risk to the market movement. I worried for almost three weeks before the official announcement was made. It was a relief finally knowing where we stood.
Life in the past month has been strange. After being layed off, I almost immediately turned down a job in South Carolina. In my heart I knew that moving back to South Carolina was not in my best interest.
I have taken several short trips in the past month. After being home a week and deciding I might go crazy sitting still, I used some frequent flyer miles and went to visit my Aunt Lisa and family in Fresno, CA. It was a good time to be with family.
I also spent a pre-planned weekend with Shan, Cody, and Jaymeson in Dallas at Six Flags. It was great. The boy loved every ride he was tall enough to ride! It was awesome to ride roller coasters with him! I can't believe he is growing up.
My friends and family have had some difficult issues this month as well that have weighed heavily on my heart. I won't go into it but to all of you, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
In addition, some friends have gone through similar situations with their jobs in the mortgage industry. In dealing with their frustration, they have chosen to use their blogs to vent their frustrations to the point of alienating their friends by their choice of words. I cannot judge these persons because I understand first hand the frustrations they may be feeling. Instead of getting angry, I am choosing to use it as a learning lesson as to how to manage frustration appropriately.
To update you on the job search, I do have a couple of irons in the fire. Hopefully I will know more soon. I am in a good position and can make it to the end of the year with little difficulty. I am learning to take a break and enjoy the time off...though surprisingly that can be difficult some times. Who knew! It is strange to think that when I am working I can't wait for the vacation and know that I have an extended period of free time, I can't wait to go back to work!
Bottom line, I know that many have been worried about me. I appreciate your thoughts and prayers. Things are going well and I am hopeful for that future!
I remember know why I like blogging. Not only does it keep an record of the fun times in life, it is an outlet to keep in touch with friends and family. I hope to be back on the bandwagon!!
Happy Thursday!!!
D
Labels: Absence, Family, Friends, Job Search, Vacation
The most Important post of the day!
I know I have posted a lot today...I have been taking my vitamins again...so I am roaring to go. Here is the last post of the day as well as the most important. Thanks to everyone for all the well wishes about my surgery. It really means a lot! Thanks again!!!
Labels: Friends, Lasek, Thank You
Friends vs. Acquaintances
I had a teacher in high school that was a complete witch. She was an awful teacher and I can only wonder what kind of person she was. She once told us that she was out to lunch with someone and that person introduced her as a friend to someone. She cut the person off and quickly stated that she was an acquaintance not a friend. The worst part is that she was proud of this.
I learned something today about friends and acquaintances. My teacher was right in one respect - there is a big difference. I would never embarrass or hurt someone in the situation described above by telling them they were not my friend but I have learned not to expect too much out of acquaintances. I overheard a phone conversation today from someone who I thought was my friend - not a close friend - but a friend. Obviously, I was wrong in thinking they were my friend. The conversation revolved around how I would never be successful. To be fair, I was not the only one they thought this of, but name was involved. The thing is what was said did not upset me. I know that I will be successfull in anything that I do and do not care what people think of me. It upset me that I allowed myself to be closer than I should of to this person and trusted them. I guess it is good that I am aware of the situation as that same person called me later in the day, not knowing I had overheard the conversation, and acted like we were best friends. At least I know now not to be surprised when that person does anything in their power to bring me down.
Looking at the bright side of the situation - it makes me appreciate my true friends even more!!
Labels: Friends
What a week!!!
Wow. This week was quite the adventure.
After our visit to Sea World last Saturday, we headed back to Jax to pick up my bag. After two days, I was finally able to take a shower and change into clean clothes. We hung out the rest of the weekend enjoying each other's company - it was nice and relaxing.
In contrast to relaxing, I attended a conference on Tuesday through Thursday. It was good and should bring some business into our company. We went out for dinner and drinks on Tuesday. Unfortunately, the dinner and drinks didn't settle well and Wednesday was tough. My counterparts decided I had probably caught a bug - at any rate Wednesday was not fun!
I spent Friday working in the hotel until Shan and Cody made it to Ft. Worth. From there, we went to eat at The Melting Pot before heading to Pete's Dueling Piano Bar for the evening. Pete's as always was awesome - there is nothing better than a Dueling Piano Bar.
Today, we spent the day shopping before heading to Stacey and Steve's wedding. The wedding was gorgeous. Good friends, good food...what more can anyone ask for!
Labels: Friends, travel
Happy New Year 2007
Happy New Year!!
Spent the day resting. What else are you supposed to do on a holiday, right?
Went to a party with some friends from work last night. Didn't drink a whole lot but stayed the night just to be sure. It was a good time.
Hope everyone had a fun and safe new year. Here's to a prosperous 2007!
Labels: 2007, Friends, Holiday
