One Year

 

Last year I asked myself "Where do you want to be in 5 to 10 years?" I had applied for a management level position at work, but I wasn't sure if I really wanted it. And I struggled for many weeks while waiting to hear who got the job (about 12 weeks). If I was offered the job, should I take it? Well, the day I asked myself the question of where I wanted to be in the future, I immediately heard the whisper of an answer.

I heard "I want to be Cindy". Cindy works on call in my department. Wed, Thurs, and Fri. And takes chunks of time off to be with family and enjoy her life. That was the exact opposite of the supervisor job. Deep in my heart I wanted to work less, not more. I wanted to focus on my family and what makes me happy.

It turns out that I did not get the job. And I couldn't be any happier. The right decision was made, by my management team and by me. And I have never regretted that decision. I am glad that I tried, and I am glad that I was forced to look closely at myself and make a choice.

One year ago today I started this little blog.

And I have never looked back (well, I have moaned/cried that no one loves me or thought "is anyone out there???). But then I remember that I'm doing this for me. And it would be icing on top if others enjoy my posts!

But truth is, I love this little space of mine. So, so, much more than I could have imagined.

I love sharing all my little stories.

I love sharing so many photos.

I love how my camera has become an everyday part of my life.

I love how I look at the world now. How I'm constantly looking for ideas for future blog posts.

I love the creative outlet.

I super, duper love getting comments!

And I'm so proud of myself and that I took that fork in the road in 2012 and am pursuing my dreams. Even if my family laughs at me, for not being successful (yet). Because I tried something hard. I put myself out there. And I'm following my passion. Where ever that leads me.

And it takes someone brave to do this.

I AM BRAVE.

And so, so grateful that I have the opportunities that I do!

I am living my dream. Thank you for stopping by today. Thank you for helping me on my journey.

Thank you!