Transitions

I've now experienced another phase of the whole career world. Over the last couple weeks I've been considering another job possibility which I have now accepted. It's been somewhat encouraging to see (since I graduated from college) the impression I have made as an employee. My boss in Grand Rapids did not want to see me go...actually offered me a great package to stay. My current employer is very upset that I am leaving. And, my near-future employer pulled a lot of strings to get me. The longer I'm in this business world...the more I'm finding that people do want what I have to offer.

So...now for the transition. I will be working for a competing realty agency in the same town beginning in two weeks. It is upscale and has different procedures which I will have to learn. The greatest benefits: I have friends there, and the company has offered to give me two weeks paid vacation for my wedding.

This summer is so full of change for me. I will be newly married with a new job. I'm very excited and a little scared. I'm seeing how many ways I have developed the habits of an independent career woman...and now I must put those habits aside for the sake of being one with my future husband. In some small ways it has been harder than I thought it would be-but still totally worth it.

The wedding planning itself has been a stretching experience for me. Several times now I've had to stop and reevaluate what is truly important-what I truly want to experience. Things are coming together so quickly and smoothly, that I wonder if I'll have anything left to do when July hits. I'm engaged to a man who understands my need for simplicity, and it's very freeing!

I have a feeling I will be spending my entire day before the wedding at the airport! I already have at least 4 people flying in from 4 different states!

Only 49 Days!!!