Life is everchanging, isn't it? This last week presented a life change for me, and while trying to stay positive, it is the uncertainty that gets in the way of feeling okay about it. I've been through this before. Just once, and once is more than plenty. But, with all that has been on my mind lately, it's possible that it is a blessing in disguise. I am now unemployed...
So, what happens now? Well, for starters, I am looking for something new. What it will end up being, I'm not sure, though my feelers have been put out there already. I have to believe that it will be okay. And I say okay only because, well, money is what makes the world go round. As unfortunate as that can be, money is what allows our family to do some of the funner things in life. And maybe it is selfish for me to say, but we really like those fun things, those extra things in life that aren't a must-have, but a nice-to-have.
And while I have "some" time on my hands until something new does come along, well, a lot of my internal projects are being fast-forwarded into motion. That's good, right? I think so, but if you've ever been unemployed then you might tend to feel how I do in these sort of situations. The urgency that I must be looking for something all the time, always being productive in finding something so as not to possibly miss out on an opportunity. Even though times have changed a lot since the last time this happened to me, and job searches are a lot easier, LinkedIn works incredibly for networking, among many other things. I don't want to stress myself out this time, but I think what could end up stressing me out is the fact that last time it took a year and a half for me to find something. I'm thinking positive that something will come along very, very soon.
As for projects during this time, it's writing mostly. And this other idea that my friend D put into my head. I just don't know how to get started with that, though. In the end, I want to do what I love, and maybe in a few years I'll be there. Until then...I guess I'm kind of stuck.
On a last note, I cannot thank my family and friends enough for listening to me and saying kind words over the last few days. When you suddenly feel helpless for the situation you have been put in, it means more than any words that my family and friends are the most important part of my life and I'm so happy to have each and every one of you...
Sunday, January 27, 2008
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4 comments:
You will find something that will suit you better than the last Gig. I speak from experience, in 2006 I quit a job that I hated without a prospect in sight. And after 6 weeks my current job came along. Just have faith and breathe... Love me
I know exactly what you mean about that feeling you get when you have to look for work, that panicky "I should be looking all the time" feeling. I've got to say though that everytime I've found something better than the last time. Best of luck.
You really didn't like that job anyway, so I think this is a good thing. But I know the feeling of not having a paycheck, but you learn how to make life work without it. It will all be good in the end, don't worry too much about.
Just wanted to send you well wishes. I once lost a job as a teenager and I was crushed, so although it's not the same, I'm sorry. Glad you are looking at it positively. I'll be thinking about you and family.
Jenn
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