I must write an update! Life has been pretty hectic for me lately, as I delve into life-changing decisions. Isn't it easier to just let life coast by and enjoy it? Isn't it easier to stay in your semi-comfortable life that you have created for yourself? Well, I guess not when you are turning 40. I had a little wake-up call around January when I realized I was turning 40 this year! I actually said those words out loud. I got a little nervous because I realized my life could be half over, assuming that I will even live that long. I also realized that I have been avoiding the question I really (still) don't have the answer to and that is, "what do I want to do when I grow up?"
So instead of ignoring those voices in my head that were getting louder, I have finally made some changes, or life-decisions--whatever you want to call it. I knew I was stuck in a job that wasn't going to go anywhere. With only two employees, how can you move up? And now that I have quit, and I am looking for a new job that might have more potential, I have figured some things out...
1. My degree is kind of worthless, since it is in Audiology and I have no intention to get my master's and work in that field (well, guess what, I have narrowed the field down. I know I don't want to be an Audiologist. One point for me!)
2. The years that I have worked for Heather Brown Photography are worthless. She has asked me not to work for her competition, so now what? My marketable skill is that I know how to use Photoshop CS3! (Also, I don't really want to work for another photographer--they don't pay that great)
3. Looking for a job is like stripping down naked in front of a room full of men and not having any takers. (I don't think that needs any more explanation)
4. I am looking forward to going back to school to make myself more "marketable". Only, I still don't know what that will be. I have narrowed it down to 3 options...ASL interpreter, office assistant training, or something in the medical field (ok, that one still needs a little work--its a little vague) OR maybe I will just get a job at Great Harvest and bake bread all day. mmmmmm
5. But there is one thing I KNOW. I have a wonderful and supportive family. I really appreciate the fact that my husband is such an amazing provider for our family, that I don't HAVE to work, I just want to. My parents are behind me and give me great advice (and, thankfully, my very successful father has given me some names so I can start "networking"). I also know that I am very happy with the direction my life is going. I am excited and looking forward to the journey I am taking. I am confident in myself and love that I have decided to take the risk, try something new and move out of my comfort zone for something better.
6. So, as soon as I can figure out how to write a decent resume--I have one, but I think it sucks--and take a few classes that will make me get into an interview, I will have a CAREER!
1 comment:
I think that is great that you aren't just wading through life but looking for something that is truly you! What about being your own boss? I think you'd be awesome at starting your own Bakery/ cafe or yarn store- is there a place like Blazing Needles out on the west side? Or maybe put the two together? Just a thought... You'll be great at whatever you do- just make it what you love!
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