Halleluyahhhhh! After a lot of tears, a lot of interviews and a lot of praying, a new job is finally on the horizon. The position I took in October 2015 has been absolutely awful. Everything about it has been terrible... I spent the majority of the first week in the bathroom stall crying, so I knew this was not where I wanted to be. But... finding a new job... the right job... takes time...
I interviewed last week and immediately, I felt comfortable with the manager. To boot, several of my old colleagues work there in a cross-functional department, so it feels like I am going "home" again. I had a good feeling when I left, but I got the official verbal offer yesterday. I am SO excited!! Not only do I get to leave where I currently am, I feel like this new position (and the new company) are a better fit for me. My start date will be 3/7/16, which is soon... but it cannot get here soon enough! The one downside is having to commute farther into downtown instead of being like 10 min away from home... but ultimately, that is a small price to pay for a better salary, a better work environment and a position more aligned with my personal growth and development.
Thank you Lord for making this a reality. I am ready to wash off the depression and anxiety of this current place and start brand new in a couple of weeks!
First dance
Tuesday, February 23, 2016
Tuesday, February 16, 2016
Lately...
I started a new job in October. It has been AWFUL. It has stripped me of joy at times. It has depleted my energy. It has zapped my confidence. It has removed all drive or motivation to do much of anything, much less blogging. It was definitely NOT the job I expected or wanted it to be and, frankly, I have been trying to get out of there since the week I started.
A boatload of resumes have been sent. Several agonizing phone interviews and a few face-to-face ones... all without any fruits or job offers to help me escape. I even thought, for a moment, that returning to my old company was a possibility. But the powers that be (or the highers up on executive row) pretty much made that impossible. So - it was back to the drawing board.
I received a call from a recruiter a couple weeks ago. I apply at this company ALL THE TIME and this is the 1st time they have ever contacted me. After playing phone tag with the recruiter for almost 2 weeks, I finally have an interview on Thursday. I hate the fact that the office will be downtown, resulting in more traffic and commuting... but I hate where I am bad enough to suck it up, if the job/position/pay/boss are right.
SO, pray for me. Pray it goes well and that this is a good move - for me, my family and my career. My anxiety is through the roof and I need this in the worst way...
A boatload of resumes have been sent. Several agonizing phone interviews and a few face-to-face ones... all without any fruits or job offers to help me escape. I even thought, for a moment, that returning to my old company was a possibility. But the powers that be (or the highers up on executive row) pretty much made that impossible. So - it was back to the drawing board.
I received a call from a recruiter a couple weeks ago. I apply at this company ALL THE TIME and this is the 1st time they have ever contacted me. After playing phone tag with the recruiter for almost 2 weeks, I finally have an interview on Thursday. I hate the fact that the office will be downtown, resulting in more traffic and commuting... but I hate where I am bad enough to suck it up, if the job/position/pay/boss are right.
SO, pray for me. Pray it goes well and that this is a good move - for me, my family and my career. My anxiety is through the roof and I need this in the worst way...
Sunday, February 7, 2016
Thirty-SIX?? Ughhh!
It's hard to believe I am 36. That is 4 years away from 40. While I feel blessed to see another year, it is painful getting another year older. I look in the mirror and cringe at the site of a gray hair or wrinkle that didn't exist before. I am saddened by sore muscles, achy bones and other signs of aging that continue to pop up and make themselves a presence in my world.
Don't get me wrong. I enjoy birthdays... I like the celebrating and feeling the extra love from my husband and a few other people. I just wish getting older was not part of the deal! This year was pretty low-key, which is what I needed. A nice quiet dinner with my husband and drinks afterwards with a few friends. We'd already been in some crazy crowds the night before seeing Carrie Underwood in concert - but it was totally worth it!
So, now, I am the big 3-6. I hope this year is better than the last - and I hope I learn to cope with this aging process a bit better, if it must continue! Here's to a new year of turning dreams into reality and enjoying the simple things in life with my wonderful husband.
Don't get me wrong. I enjoy birthdays... I like the celebrating and feeling the extra love from my husband and a few other people. I just wish getting older was not part of the deal! This year was pretty low-key, which is what I needed. A nice quiet dinner with my husband and drinks afterwards with a few friends. We'd already been in some crazy crowds the night before seeing Carrie Underwood in concert - but it was totally worth it!
So, now, I am the big 3-6. I hope this year is better than the last - and I hope I learn to cope with this aging process a bit better, if it must continue! Here's to a new year of turning dreams into reality and enjoying the simple things in life with my wonderful husband.
Wednesday, February 3, 2016
100 Questions No One Ever Asks...
Do you want to answer the 100 questions no one ever asks?
Here’s the full list:
1. Do you sleep with your closet doors open or closed? Closed
2. Do you take the shampoos and conditioner bottles from hotels? Yes
3. Do you sleep with your sheets tucked in or out? Out
4. Have you stolen a street sign before? No
5. Do you like to use post-it notes? Yes
6. Do you cut out coupons but then never use them? Yes
7. Would you rather be attacked by a big bear or a swarm of bees? Neither
8. Do you have freckles? Yes
9. Do you always smile for pictures? Most of the time
10. What is your biggest pet peeve? People who can't drive
11. Do you ever count your steps when you walk? Not really
12. Have you peed in the woods? No
13. Have you ever pooped in the woods? No
14. Do you ever dance even if there is no music playing? LOL, yes
15. Do you chew your pens and pencils? Um, not since I was 5
16. How many people have you slept with this week? Just one
17. What size is your bed? Queen
18. What is your song of the week? Anything Carrie Underwood :)
19. Is it OK for guys to wear pink? Yes
20. Do you still watch cartoons? Not really
21. What is your least favorite movie? I don't know... probably Star Wars or Harry Potter
22. Where would you bury hidden treasure if you had some? In my secret hiding place. If I tell ya, I'll have to kill ya
23. What do you drink with dinner? Sometimes water, sometimes tea, sometimes wine
24. What do you dip a chicken nugget in? BBQ
25. What is your favorite food? Chicken
26. What movies could you watch over and over again and still love? Too many to name...
27. Last person you kissed/kissed you? My boo
28. Were you ever a boy/girl scout? Heck no
29. Would you ever strip or pose nude in a magazine? Um, no
30. When was the last time you wrote a letter to someone on paper? I can't even remember
31. Can you change the oil on a car? No
32. Ever gotten a speeding ticket? No - knock on wood!
33. Ever ran out of gas? No - knock on wood again!
34. What’s your favorite kind of sandwich? Turkey
35. Best thing to eat for breakfast? My boo's pancakes... or hot Krispy Kremes!
36. What is your usual bedtime? 10-11
37. Are you lazy? Sometimes
38. When you were a kid, what did you dress up as for Halloween? Alf
39. What is your Chinese astrological sign? Aquarius
40. How many languages can you speak? 2
41. Do you have any magazine subscriptions? Cosmo keeps me sending me mags - but I can't tell you when I actually last ordered a subscription
42. Which are better: legos or lincoln logs? I don't know and don't care
43. Are you stubborn? Ask my husband :)
44. Who is better: Leno or Letterman? Leno
45. Ever watch soap operas? Yes
46. Are you afraid of heights? Somewhat
47. Do you sing in the car? Yes
48. Do you sing in the shower? Yes
49. Do you dance in the car? Yes
50. Ever used a gun? No
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51. Last time you got a portrait taken by a photographer? My wedding day
52. Do you think musicals are cheesy? Some of them are
53. Is Christmas stressful? No
54. Ever eat a pierogi? No
55. Favorite type of fruit pie? I don't care for pie really
56. Occupations you wanted to be when you were a kid? Singer, teacher
57. Do you believe in ghosts? Ghosts, no. Spirits, yes
58. Ever have a Deja-vu feeling? Yes
59. Do you take a vitamin daily? Yes
60. Do you wear slippers? No
61. Do you wear a bath robe? No
62. What do you wear to bed? Shorts or PJs
63. What was your first concert? My dad
64. Walmart, Target, or Kmart? Target
65. Nike or Adidas? Adidas
66. Cheetos or Fritos? Cheetos
67. Peanuts or Sunflower seeds? Peanuts
68. Ever hear of the group Tres Bien? No
69. Ever take dance lessons? Yes
70. Is there a profession you picture your future spouse doing? Something brilliant
71. Can you curl your tongue? Not really
72. Ever won a spelling bee? Yes
73. Have you ever cried because you were so happy? Yes
74. Own any record albums? Not anymore
75. Own a record player? No
76. Do you regularly burn incense? No
77. Ever been in love? Yes
78. Who would you like to see in concert? John Legend
79. What was the last concert you saw? Carrie Underwood
80. Hot tea or cold tea? Cold
81. Tea or coffee? Tea
82. Sugar cookies or snickerdoodles? Snickerdoodles
83. Can you swim well? No
84. Can you hold your breath without holding your nose? Yes
85. Are you patient? Sometimes
86. DJ or band at a wedding? DJ
87. Ever won a contest? Yes
88. Have you ever had plastic surgery? Heck no
89. Which are better: black or green olives? Neither
90. Can you knit or crochet? No
91. Best room for a fireplace? Living room
92. Do you want to get married? Yes... good thing since I am already
93. If married, how long have you been married? 3.5 years
94. Who was your high school crush? I can't remember
95. Do you cry and throw a fit until you get your own way? No
96. Do you have kids? No
97. Do you want kids? Yes
98. What is your favorite color? Yellow
99. Do you miss anyone right now? No
100. Who are you going to tag to do this next? No one
2. Do you take the shampoos and conditioner bottles from hotels? Yes
3. Do you sleep with your sheets tucked in or out? Out
4. Have you stolen a street sign before? No
5. Do you like to use post-it notes? Yes
6. Do you cut out coupons but then never use them? Yes
7. Would you rather be attacked by a big bear or a swarm of bees? Neither
8. Do you have freckles? Yes
9. Do you always smile for pictures? Most of the time
10. What is your biggest pet peeve? People who can't drive
11. Do you ever count your steps when you walk? Not really
12. Have you peed in the woods? No
13. Have you ever pooped in the woods? No
14. Do you ever dance even if there is no music playing? LOL, yes
15. Do you chew your pens and pencils? Um, not since I was 5
16. How many people have you slept with this week? Just one
17. What size is your bed? Queen
18. What is your song of the week? Anything Carrie Underwood :)
19. Is it OK for guys to wear pink? Yes
20. Do you still watch cartoons? Not really
21. What is your least favorite movie? I don't know... probably Star Wars or Harry Potter
22. Where would you bury hidden treasure if you had some? In my secret hiding place. If I tell ya, I'll have to kill ya
23. What do you drink with dinner? Sometimes water, sometimes tea, sometimes wine
24. What do you dip a chicken nugget in? BBQ
25. What is your favorite food? Chicken
26. What movies could you watch over and over again and still love? Too many to name...
27. Last person you kissed/kissed you? My boo
28. Were you ever a boy/girl scout? Heck no
29. Would you ever strip or pose nude in a magazine? Um, no
30. When was the last time you wrote a letter to someone on paper? I can't even remember
31. Can you change the oil on a car? No
32. Ever gotten a speeding ticket? No - knock on wood!
33. Ever ran out of gas? No - knock on wood again!
34. What’s your favorite kind of sandwich? Turkey
35. Best thing to eat for breakfast? My boo's pancakes... or hot Krispy Kremes!
36. What is your usual bedtime? 10-11
37. Are you lazy? Sometimes
38. When you were a kid, what did you dress up as for Halloween? Alf
39. What is your Chinese astrological sign? Aquarius
40. How many languages can you speak? 2
41. Do you have any magazine subscriptions? Cosmo keeps me sending me mags - but I can't tell you when I actually last ordered a subscription
42. Which are better: legos or lincoln logs? I don't know and don't care
43. Are you stubborn? Ask my husband :)
44. Who is better: Leno or Letterman? Leno
45. Ever watch soap operas? Yes
46. Are you afraid of heights? Somewhat
47. Do you sing in the car? Yes
48. Do you sing in the shower? Yes
49. Do you dance in the car? Yes
50. Ever used a gun? No
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51. Last time you got a portrait taken by a photographer? My wedding day
52. Do you think musicals are cheesy? Some of them are
53. Is Christmas stressful? No
54. Ever eat a pierogi? No
55. Favorite type of fruit pie? I don't care for pie really
56. Occupations you wanted to be when you were a kid? Singer, teacher
57. Do you believe in ghosts? Ghosts, no. Spirits, yes
58. Ever have a Deja-vu feeling? Yes
59. Do you take a vitamin daily? Yes
60. Do you wear slippers? No
61. Do you wear a bath robe? No
62. What do you wear to bed? Shorts or PJs
63. What was your first concert? My dad
64. Walmart, Target, or Kmart? Target
65. Nike or Adidas? Adidas
66. Cheetos or Fritos? Cheetos
67. Peanuts or Sunflower seeds? Peanuts
68. Ever hear of the group Tres Bien? No
69. Ever take dance lessons? Yes
70. Is there a profession you picture your future spouse doing? Something brilliant
71. Can you curl your tongue? Not really
72. Ever won a spelling bee? Yes
73. Have you ever cried because you were so happy? Yes
74. Own any record albums? Not anymore
75. Own a record player? No
76. Do you regularly burn incense? No
77. Ever been in love? Yes
78. Who would you like to see in concert? John Legend
79. What was the last concert you saw? Carrie Underwood
80. Hot tea or cold tea? Cold
81. Tea or coffee? Tea
82. Sugar cookies or snickerdoodles? Snickerdoodles
83. Can you swim well? No
84. Can you hold your breath without holding your nose? Yes
85. Are you patient? Sometimes
86. DJ or band at a wedding? DJ
87. Ever won a contest? Yes
88. Have you ever had plastic surgery? Heck no
89. Which are better: black or green olives? Neither
90. Can you knit or crochet? No
91. Best room for a fireplace? Living room
92. Do you want to get married? Yes... good thing since I am already
93. If married, how long have you been married? 3.5 years
94. Who was your high school crush? I can't remember
95. Do you cry and throw a fit until you get your own way? No
96. Do you have kids? No
97. Do you want kids? Yes
98. What is your favorite color? Yellow
99. Do you miss anyone right now? No
100. Who are you going to tag to do this next? No one
Friday, November 6, 2015
Life lately...
Because I have been a HORRIBLE blogger lately (due to a MAJOR funk), I stole this format from my blogger friend and will use it to try to bring this thing up-to-date! I really need to get back to this blogging thing soon...
cooking : It is in the 50's this weekend, so there will be a big pot of chili happening tomorrow.
drinking : Lots and lots of water. Ever since my hubs and I starting using myfitnesspal several weeks ago, my water intake has skyrocketed. Like from zero to 8-10 cups per day.
reading : The Carrot Principle. About employee motivation/recognition. Exciting, right? Trying to pass the time at my new job since they've had absolutely nothing for me to do for the last 4 weeks. I MUST be bored because I am NOT a reader. At all.
wanting : Something to turn around at this new job - or for a miracle to happen so I can find another one quickly!
looking : Concert tickets. Christmas presents. Some crazy movie my hubs is watching right now.
playing : I have been playing the new Adele song alot. It was even in my dreams last night and instantly came to mind each time I woke up in the middle of the night.
wasting : Time in this funk... But I can't seem to shake it...
wishing : I had some discernment about what to do, which direction to turn and what God's plan is for me. I am so "lost" at the moment.
enjoying : My weekends. At least I know, for 2 days per week, I don't have to endure the new place that is my job.
waiting : For my dinner. I am hungry! It's in the oven and I smell it... It's just not ready yet :(
liking : That our condo is clean. Weird how a clean home can help your mood. Maybe it's just me!
grateful: My husband. Our health. My sweet friends who text and check in with me.
loving : That we'll be going to see Wicked in just 2 short weeks! I am SO excited to finally see this show... Hopefully it lives up to the hype!
missing: The beach
smelling : Dinner. Hey honey, when is it going to be finished!?
wearing : PJs
noticing : That it's getting darker so much earlier - which makes it seem later than it is.
thinking : My brain is fried. It's amazing how the brain turns to mush when it isn't productive or active like it wants to be
making: Thanksgiving plans and creating a delicious menu
feeling : Sad. Frustrated. Out-of-sorts.
cooking : It is in the 50's this weekend, so there will be a big pot of chili happening tomorrow.
drinking : Lots and lots of water. Ever since my hubs and I starting using myfitnesspal several weeks ago, my water intake has skyrocketed. Like from zero to 8-10 cups per day.
reading : The Carrot Principle. About employee motivation/recognition. Exciting, right? Trying to pass the time at my new job since they've had absolutely nothing for me to do for the last 4 weeks. I MUST be bored because I am NOT a reader. At all.
wanting : Something to turn around at this new job - or for a miracle to happen so I can find another one quickly!
looking : Concert tickets. Christmas presents. Some crazy movie my hubs is watching right now.
playing : I have been playing the new Adele song alot. It was even in my dreams last night and instantly came to mind each time I woke up in the middle of the night.
wasting : Time in this funk... But I can't seem to shake it...
wishing : I had some discernment about what to do, which direction to turn and what God's plan is for me. I am so "lost" at the moment.
enjoying : My weekends. At least I know, for 2 days per week, I don't have to endure the new place that is my job.
waiting : For my dinner. I am hungry! It's in the oven and I smell it... It's just not ready yet :(
liking : That our condo is clean. Weird how a clean home can help your mood. Maybe it's just me!
grateful: My husband. Our health. My sweet friends who text and check in with me.
loving : That we'll be going to see Wicked in just 2 short weeks! I am SO excited to finally see this show... Hopefully it lives up to the hype!
missing: The beach
smelling : Dinner. Hey honey, when is it going to be finished!?
wearing : PJs
noticing : That it's getting darker so much earlier - which makes it seem later than it is.
thinking : My brain is fried. It's amazing how the brain turns to mush when it isn't productive or active like it wants to be
making: Thanksgiving plans and creating a delicious menu
feeling : Sad. Frustrated. Out-of-sorts.
Thursday, September 24, 2015
I officially gave my notice!
A couple of weeks ago, I officially turned in my resignation notice. My boss was sad to lose me, but happy that I had found an opportunity elsewhere that will allow me to grow my career. Although I'd hoped to be able to transition to HR in my current company, the director made it pretty clear that he wanted no part of hiring me. So, after an exhaustive job search, I think I've found the right position. At least I hope so...
Initially, I will not be working in HR, as I hoped. This is a little deflating because that is what I went back to school to accomplish. However, from all accounts of the people I interviewed with, there is tremendous opportunity for professional development and growth within this new organization. I will be sad to leave a few people behind at my current job, but I am hopeful that this leap of faith will be prosperous and amazing.
The last couple of weeks has been stressful, to say the least. Between training and documenting processes of my current job and chasing down documentation to complete the background check for my new job, I am going cray cray. I just pray the next couple of weeks will settle down and let me soak everything in as I close one career chapter and open a brand new one.
Initially, I will not be working in HR, as I hoped. This is a little deflating because that is what I went back to school to accomplish. However, from all accounts of the people I interviewed with, there is tremendous opportunity for professional development and growth within this new organization. I will be sad to leave a few people behind at my current job, but I am hopeful that this leap of faith will be prosperous and amazing.
The last couple of weeks has been stressful, to say the least. Between training and documenting processes of my current job and chasing down documentation to complete the background check for my new job, I am going cray cray. I just pray the next couple of weeks will settle down and let me soak everything in as I close one career chapter and open a brand new one.
Friday, September 4, 2015
Friday letter
In order to get out of my blogging slump and update this thing on what life has been like lately, I thought a Friday letter just might do the trick!
one
OUR AIR CONDITIONER IS FIXED!!!! Halleluyahhhhhh! It was a long and winding battle with the home warranty company to get this done - but now, we have a brand new unit and it is making our condo as cool as a cucumber. I am so relieved that, hopefully, the constant problems with our AC are a thing of the past!
two
I am back in contact with my mother. After she created a fake Facebook profile and reached out, I, for reasons unbeknownst to me, obliged and am trying my best to bury the hatchet. Because she is claiming to suffer from memory loss, it is really frustrating to try and resolve our issues when she selectively remembers some things and conveniently forgets all the bad things she's said and done. I've even seen her a couple of times. It. Was. Weird. I don't know where the heck this is going, but I'm doing my best to, once again, be the bigger person.
three
After an off and on job search, a boatload of interviews and a few missed opportunities, I think a new job just might be on the horizon. I went through three rounds of phone interviews for the most recent company and, as of yesterday, there is a verbal offer on the table. I am trying to negotiate the salary a bit, but everything else sounds great. After discussing it in depth with my husband, I am leaning toward accepting regardless of salary negotiation success, but more to come on this exciting opportunity!
four
My husband had a successful interview a couple of weeks ago. He followed up yesterday and should be hearing about a 2nd round of interviews sometime next week. I am praying hard that this might be the one for him! Also, he has been busting a hump with his school work and getting As out the wazoo! I am SO proud of him :)
five
The hubs and I started logging our food with My Fitness Pal this week. It is amazing to realize how much sugar/sodium/fat/carbs are in food, particularly when it comes to eating out. Although we are not enjoying having to calorie count or watch every single thing we put in our mouths, it is holding us accountable and hopefully helping us work toward a healthier lifestyle.
six
It is a 3-day holiday weekend and I am so ready! Can't wait to drink wine, sleep and catch up on some major cleaning!
one
OUR AIR CONDITIONER IS FIXED!!!! Halleluyahhhhhh! It was a long and winding battle with the home warranty company to get this done - but now, we have a brand new unit and it is making our condo as cool as a cucumber. I am so relieved that, hopefully, the constant problems with our AC are a thing of the past!
two
I am back in contact with my mother. After she created a fake Facebook profile and reached out, I, for reasons unbeknownst to me, obliged and am trying my best to bury the hatchet. Because she is claiming to suffer from memory loss, it is really frustrating to try and resolve our issues when she selectively remembers some things and conveniently forgets all the bad things she's said and done. I've even seen her a couple of times. It. Was. Weird. I don't know where the heck this is going, but I'm doing my best to, once again, be the bigger person.
three
After an off and on job search, a boatload of interviews and a few missed opportunities, I think a new job just might be on the horizon. I went through three rounds of phone interviews for the most recent company and, as of yesterday, there is a verbal offer on the table. I am trying to negotiate the salary a bit, but everything else sounds great. After discussing it in depth with my husband, I am leaning toward accepting regardless of salary negotiation success, but more to come on this exciting opportunity!
four
My husband had a successful interview a couple of weeks ago. He followed up yesterday and should be hearing about a 2nd round of interviews sometime next week. I am praying hard that this might be the one for him! Also, he has been busting a hump with his school work and getting As out the wazoo! I am SO proud of him :)
five
The hubs and I started logging our food with My Fitness Pal this week. It is amazing to realize how much sugar/sodium/fat/carbs are in food, particularly when it comes to eating out. Although we are not enjoying having to calorie count or watch every single thing we put in our mouths, it is holding us accountable and hopefully helping us work toward a healthier lifestyle.
six
It is a 3-day holiday weekend and I am so ready! Can't wait to drink wine, sleep and catch up on some major cleaning!
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