So I got a call from a friend the other day and she tells me her company has an open position and thought of me. Now before you say or think anything...I know I have only been at my current job for 10mos but seriously, I only took the job because I needed a permanent position and benefits because the last one was a contract position. Since then I have determined that I really can't see myself doing this for a long time. So when she called I jumped on it. So I am prepping my resume and will hopefully spark an interest for an interview.
Now on the other hand, when I mention this to my husband...his response? "You haven't even been at this one a year! You promised!" I promised, I know, but how can I pass up a chance to work for a better company, with locations all over the area, and MORE money? You would think my husband at least supportive, but instead goes the other way. Like he doesn't want me to better myself and my salary. I don't understand this...
Anyone want to enlighten me on this?
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Decisions...
Part I
Some are easy and some are just down right difficult. Everyday I make the easy decision to get up and go to work and to raise my kids the best I can. However everyday I struggle with the decision to either stay in my marriage and make it work or to walk away knowing that I tried.
We started out with one of those stories that most dream of... childhood sweethearts who loose touch and 20yrs later we meet again and get married. Our first year together was rough and emotional but we made it through. Things were alright for two more years and we (or really maybe just me) have been struggling ever since. I'm worn down and really feel that is why I struggle everyday.
I feel like I'm alone in this marriage, we're room-mates that just happen to sleep in the same bed. We have separate lives, things we are invited to as a couple he goes to with out me just because the kids are home instead of declining the invite. When I plan things with the kids; he stays home. I can't talk to him the way I want to..the way I need to.
(it took me 2 hours to write this first part because my thoughts are so scrambled)
Part II
So the past weekend, I didn't necessarily have a epiphany or awaking of what I wanted to do but more of a talk with one of my girlfriends about the situation at hand. Through the talking and the spilling of my thoughts I realized...I have had my answer to my solution all this time. That deep down I knew and know what I want. So I am going to act upon it and move forward until my mission is complete.
When the time is right I will reveal the mission but until then its top secret :)
ps...totally on another subject. But when did it become the Man's position to tell his wife when to leave a job and when to stay? Granted I havent been at my job for a year yet..BUT since I started so much has changed and its just a job now. I don't enjoy it as much anymore. So if you were not happy at your current job, and had an oppotunity with a great company and a chance for more money as well...would you at least look into it??
Some are easy and some are just down right difficult. Everyday I make the easy decision to get up and go to work and to raise my kids the best I can. However everyday I struggle with the decision to either stay in my marriage and make it work or to walk away knowing that I tried.
We started out with one of those stories that most dream of... childhood sweethearts who loose touch and 20yrs later we meet again and get married. Our first year together was rough and emotional but we made it through. Things were alright for two more years and we (or really maybe just me) have been struggling ever since. I'm worn down and really feel that is why I struggle everyday.
I feel like I'm alone in this marriage, we're room-mates that just happen to sleep in the same bed. We have separate lives, things we are invited to as a couple he goes to with out me just because the kids are home instead of declining the invite. When I plan things with the kids; he stays home. I can't talk to him the way I want to..the way I need to.
(it took me 2 hours to write this first part because my thoughts are so scrambled)
Part II
So the past weekend, I didn't necessarily have a epiphany or awaking of what I wanted to do but more of a talk with one of my girlfriends about the situation at hand. Through the talking and the spilling of my thoughts I realized...I have had my answer to my solution all this time. That deep down I knew and know what I want. So I am going to act upon it and move forward until my mission is complete.
When the time is right I will reveal the mission but until then its top secret :)
ps...totally on another subject. But when did it become the Man's position to tell his wife when to leave a job and when to stay? Granted I havent been at my job for a year yet..BUT since I started so much has changed and its just a job now. I don't enjoy it as much anymore. So if you were not happy at your current job, and had an oppotunity with a great company and a chance for more money as well...would you at least look into it??
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Careers
This is a question for the masses. How did you decide what you wanted to do as a career? Did you know from the beginning or did it kind of "fall" into your lap?
I have been contemplating about going back to school and finally go in the direction of a career and not just a job but I am clueless as to what I want to do with the rest of my life! Its such a big decision. You want to think about it carefully otherwise you risk loosing time and money. I think back to a job I had working with Commercial Insurance Compliance and remember really enjoying it and the knowledge I learned along the way...the down side, most companies wont pay anywhere close to what I am making now or they pay a low base wage plus bonus.
Anyways...would love to hear your input on this and maybe our own story of how you got where you are.
I have been contemplating about going back to school and finally go in the direction of a career and not just a job but I am clueless as to what I want to do with the rest of my life! Its such a big decision. You want to think about it carefully otherwise you risk loosing time and money. I think back to a job I had working with Commercial Insurance Compliance and remember really enjoying it and the knowledge I learned along the way...the down side, most companies wont pay anywhere close to what I am making now or they pay a low base wage plus bonus.
Anyways...would love to hear your input on this and maybe our own story of how you got where you are.
Tuesday, August 16, 2011
Creativity...
I am by no means a creative person and usually need "inspiration" from the web as I tend to get bored very quickly with decor, colors, or what have you when it comes to my home and anything else. It was nothing new when it came to a point that I was tired of my blog's look; so I hit Google for some inspiration.
I am in the hot pink & black mood with some zebra thrown in (hence the style now) and found a great header that I absolutely adored! So I found my inspiration and was now on the hunt to find the "ingredients" to make that perfect header that the rest of my blog would revolve around. I found the zebra print off google Images and used my new trusty photo editing program to add the bling. I added the hot pink band, black band, floral, and "hot lips" all with Picnik...I had a blast.
Credits:
Inspiration: Sassy Stitches & Blingy Britches
Research source: Google Images
Editing: Picnik
I am in the hot pink & black mood with some zebra thrown in (hence the style now) and found a great header that I absolutely adored! So I found my inspiration and was now on the hunt to find the "ingredients" to make that perfect header that the rest of my blog would revolve around. I found the zebra print off google Images and used my new trusty photo editing program to add the bling. I added the hot pink band, black band, floral, and "hot lips" all with Picnik...I had a blast.
Credits:
Inspiration: Sassy Stitches & Blingy Britches
Research source: Google Images
Editing: Picnik
Monday, August 15, 2011
New memories
I meant to post some pictures as well of our trip to Memphis, so here you go!
First of many attempts to shoot toothpicks in the ceiling..
And the many failed attempts...
Omg...look at you!...you have a baby....in a bar!
My youngest and I on Beale Street
At the Hard Rock Cafe...wish he would just smile instead of silly faces ;)
The family portrait
(youngest son, oldest son, me and my mom)
A very animated son hehe
Can you find the Gorilla?
An Elephant?
The kids just had to have a picture of the spider and the web...
The are my mom lives in is names after this old farm house...
I liked it because it reminds me of the Amityville house
Last but not least....Sit Long, Talk often, and Laugh much
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