i recently resigned from my job. the reasons are not worth getting into, but i'm excited for my next career strengthening opportunity.
i didn't realize until today how timely this decision was. i basically have three weeks (two of which are paid) to decompress, catch up on holiday shopping, prepare for my next job and enjoy time with family and friends.
my wife also has off next week (she's a teacher), so we will also be able to prepare for our big move in mid January.
so let's see....in the coming weeks, i'll be experiencing a new job, settlement on a new house, moving/settling into the new house and my 30-something birthday.
think i'll take a nap.
12.22.2006
12.08.2006
Dogs On A Plane
on a recent 4-hour flight back east, i had the pleasure of being on the same plane as, not one, but two screeching lap dogs.
based on recent policy changes by the airline related to traveling with pets, having tinkerbell flying in business class with the everyday business traveler, vacationer and crying baby is now status quo.
at first everyone thought the noise was a defective engine part or extremely whiny child, but after a few minutes it became clear that we were all in for a joyous flight.
after several passengers asked the stewardess what her 'plan' was, she emphatically encouraged us to 'write a letter'. she went on to explain that the passenger should have been made aware that her dogs had to be tranquilized for the flight...well, clearly she either missed that message or failed to pay attention.
once i realized that we were all in it for the long haul, i began wondering a few 'what ifs'...what if the dog had to 'go'?....what if one of them died?...what if they never stopped barking?
thank god for noise canceling headphones.
based on recent policy changes by the airline related to traveling with pets, having tinkerbell flying in business class with the everyday business traveler, vacationer and crying baby is now status quo.
at first everyone thought the noise was a defective engine part or extremely whiny child, but after a few minutes it became clear that we were all in for a joyous flight.
after several passengers asked the stewardess what her 'plan' was, she emphatically encouraged us to 'write a letter'. she went on to explain that the passenger should have been made aware that her dogs had to be tranquilized for the flight...well, clearly she either missed that message or failed to pay attention.
once i realized that we were all in it for the long haul, i began wondering a few 'what ifs'...what if the dog had to 'go'?....what if one of them died?...what if they never stopped barking?
thank god for noise canceling headphones.
Home Search - Update
Since the last post, a lot has happened. Our townhome is sold and we've found a new house. We've put in an offer and are in the post-home inspection phase. If all goes well, we'll be able to settle on both places on the same day...which means logistics are key to make sure all necessary parties show up.
I can honestly see why 'buying a home' is on the list of the top stressful events in a person's life.
Next up, finalizing the mortgage, coordinating the move, buying the furniture, meeting the neighbors.
I can honestly see why 'buying a home' is on the list of the top stressful events in a person's life.
Next up, finalizing the mortgage, coordinating the move, buying the furniture, meeting the neighbors.
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