I never thought I'd have one of these

So I never thought I'd have one of these. A blog, I mean. I did one on xanga years ago, but not since I discovered it might not be the best idea to put all of your thoughts, emotions, concerns, etc... out there in the open for others to read. I think I'm old enough, and hopefully, mature enough to determine what is healthy and what is not. So, here I go again.

There's been a lot of change in my life, especially the past few months. I turned 29, got a new job, came to grips with not being 'in charge' all the time (realizing that the blessings that come with it often lead to the curses as well), am transitioning into spending more time with my husband than ever before (this is a blessing), and then realizing, that as he's only known me with the other job would he like who I was without it? Like I said, lots of change, but mostly on the inside.

I had an interesting epiphany this weekend. It all started with having lunch out with the ladies from the office for one of the girl's birthday. We went out, had lunch, which the company paid for, and returned to the office. As I went to clock in my boss said "Why didn't you clock in before we left?" And completely dumbfounded I looked at her and asked "You would pay me to go to lunch? Which YOU paid for?" She said, "Yes, it's what we do here." I couldn't believe it then, and honestly barely believe it now. For some of you it may not seem like much. But coming from my background of managing a retail store where you are paid for 1/2 of the amount of work you do, and noticed only for the bad you do, or whatever you may not do at all... THIS was astounding to me. I came home to my husband who, after hearing this tale, said "That's what good bosses/companies do. They take care of their people." That's when it hit me. The day I put in my notice at my last job was the FIRST time my former boss had let me know he appreciated me and that what I did really mattered. THE FIRST TIME! I have been at my current job only 4 weeks and already feel more appreciated, treasured, and encouraged than ever before.

At the age of 29 (which I know is not OLD, but it's older than I've ever been before) I don't want to spend my time where I don't matter. I thank the Lord for this new job, a wonderful husband that supported me in this change, and the lack of stress that now exists in my life.