Update on me

It's been an odd couple of weeks -- very draining, with so many emotions.  Without gushing it all out for the internet, I'll summarize. My long-time employer was sold, which in and of itself isn't a big deal; we've been sold a bunch of times already. This is the first time where we may get an up-close look at what the global workforce is all about though. And then, in an unrelated event, the account I've been supporting for the past few years has pulled the plug on my employer. So my current position will be going "poof" in the next several weeks. Oh, and the day after I learned that? My employer "downsized" a bunch of people.

Needless to say, I've been pretty stressed and busy. Starting to network and polish the resume. I find myself very motivated and charged one moment and then overwhelmed and scared shitless the next. Of course something will work out. It always does. But I could really go for a good night's sleep right about now.

I'm not posting this to invite a pity-party.  Just a note to say that I'm alive and dealing with... life. As they say, change is the only thing you can really count on, huh?

I'm on an emotional rollercoaster thinking about my work/mom-hood balance, too. I've been working part-time, and mainly out of my house since my son was born. It's been ideal for me. And it's unlikely that I'll get another gig like this, either with my current employer or another one, so I'm pretty sad about that. I have no desire to leave my son for entire days at a time, only to see him for a couple of hours in the evening. I know that people do it, and they adjust. It's just that I really don't want to do it.  Shoot -- soon enough he'll be going to school. These early years are very precious & they're flying by. And I don't want to miss out.

Anyway, that's what's going on here... no violins, please... though I will accept any and all good wishes and/or prayers!

Comments

[raehan]

Oh Marie. I'm so sorry.

I know how ideal your job was. How lucky you were. It's hard to find good part-time jobs.

This next era of your life will be good too. I just know it.

[caltechgirl]

No pity party, just a hug fest! I wish you much luck in finding a new job, if that's what you want/need.

[vw bug]

Ohhh mannnnn... and I so wanted to bring some green chocolate chip cookies. ;-) Guess I'll have to wait until you are ready to party for some other reason.

[Sarcasmom]

You know what, it will all work out. I know this from experience. Life is just pushing you to make some choices. Change can be good. But we don't usually realize it til well after the fact. No pity here. Just a pat on the shoulder.

[K Jones]

Wow, Marie. Things always happen for a reason though. I am sure you will make the best of it. Good luck.

[CollegeRoomie]

That Life thing and it's curveballs. I believe that things always turn out as they should and a little extra stress every now and then (or a LOT) shakes things up for us for better things. . . . and it makes us appreciate the smooth sailing times all the more! I'm thinking of you, M, and I know that you will find what is right and perfect for you.
- lyna (aka CollegeRoomie)

[Kristi]

I'm so sorry this happened to you. That said, you're going to find something soon, because you're too smart and too talented not to.

[Marie]

Thanks everyone.... and VW, chocolate chip cookies are ALWAYS welcome here... as is any kind of ice cream with chocolate in it!!!

[Katie]

Sending good thoughts your way, keep your chin up!

[InterstellarLass]

Good luck. It sucks to be in that kind of situation. Oh, it's all good for the company and all, but the people that actually do the work get screwed. It's not fair how buiness works sometimes. I'll be hopin' for ya!