Reflections
Well, appartently my Outlook was a bit gloomy the last time I posted. However, I am happy to say that I am pretty much back on track. The good (need I say great) news is that I am back to work! Been back to work since mid May, so I am pretty much back in the swing of things. The better news is that I finally landed a job with Home Depot! It's about time I got a shot after at least 7 interviews over the past 4 years. However, on the other hand, I continually count my blessings and realize how greatful I am to finally have this opportunitiy that seems to have been long overdue. All things are possible if you keep the faith.
On top of everything else, this is actually a job that I enjoy! Great manager, assignments, and visibility. By the time I am proficient in what I need to learn for the job, my job security will be rock solid. I plan on keeping this job for 4-5 years at least, and I will do whatever it takes to stay here.
When I look back on how the whole Newell thing went down, it seems strange to say that it almost seemed like it was meant to be. I like the situation had to go down to open up the chance I have now. For that I am forever thankful, and there is not a day that goes by that I don't sit back, reflect, and give thanks for what has now been given to me.
As for the not so good news (or opportunity for improvement to put a positive spin on things), I have put on a substantial amount of weight since initially coming home from Tennessee. What makes this instance different from others is that this weight seems much harder to get off than in years past. I think I have just been lacking the motivation to stick to a rock solid routine. Maybe it's because I've been working so hard over the last few months to make a good impression at work, on top of a few other things I have to deal with. However, now that I am settled in at work, I will take the first steps in setting aside more time for myself. More time to get back in the same shape I was in when I lived in Tennessee. That was the best shape of my life, and I intend on getting back there in the near future.
On top of everything else, this is actually a job that I enjoy! Great manager, assignments, and visibility. By the time I am proficient in what I need to learn for the job, my job security will be rock solid. I plan on keeping this job for 4-5 years at least, and I will do whatever it takes to stay here.
When I look back on how the whole Newell thing went down, it seems strange to say that it almost seemed like it was meant to be. I like the situation had to go down to open up the chance I have now. For that I am forever thankful, and there is not a day that goes by that I don't sit back, reflect, and give thanks for what has now been given to me.
As for the not so good news (or opportunity for improvement to put a positive spin on things), I have put on a substantial amount of weight since initially coming home from Tennessee. What makes this instance different from others is that this weight seems much harder to get off than in years past. I think I have just been lacking the motivation to stick to a rock solid routine. Maybe it's because I've been working so hard over the last few months to make a good impression at work, on top of a few other things I have to deal with. However, now that I am settled in at work, I will take the first steps in setting aside more time for myself. More time to get back in the same shape I was in when I lived in Tennessee. That was the best shape of my life, and I intend on getting back there in the near future.