Apparently swallowing one's pride is not the most painful, or most difficult, experience. In fact, its quite humbling and I feel better for having learned how to do it at least somewhat gracefully. Any of you who read this blog know that i quit a job I hated this summer. I was offered another job, one that I thought I really wanted, but was unable to take it due to the necessary start date. I spent much time this summer with my family and friends, getting to know myself again, finding what I think is important, and igniting some new passions.
For starters, I went back to the job I detested so. But this time I went back with a more positive attitude and removed myself from the drama. The departmental climate is markedly better than when I left and there are several new people, some of which enhance drastically the quality of the work environment. I am grateful to have the paycheck, the flexibility, and the new (and old) friends that job provides. I am determined to make the most of it, for however long it lasts.
Also, I have recently decided that I want to go back to school. I am going back to get my pre-req's for nursing and hopefully to also complete a BS in Environmental Studies. I think Nursing will be a good choice for me not only because it is a guaranteed (and well-paying) job wherever I go, but also because I get to put my caring and nurturing nature to use. It will be difficult and stressful, but I am up for, and even excited about the challenge.
I have much more to write about, but as I am at my mother's home in Kansas, snowed-in, I figure I will have plenty of time for that later.
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all!
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