New Lights in My Life

Tomorrow marks a new chapter in my life. I finally have left behind my job of 2 years for a new position within the same firm. I am moving from management to a project management/product development role. Official title: "Operations Manager" The title does not describe what I will be doing, which is good because the role is a lot more 'sexier' than the title would indicate. Or at least I tell myself this at every opportunity.

So, I will join my job and do the unthinkable... Take vacation time 2 days into my job. Who takes vacation when the start a new job? Well, as my old boss said, "'Princess Perfect' redifines accepted standards." A great trait when you are at work and trying to push to new hieghts... Funnier when it pertains to the rules of politics. Oh well! California... Here I come.

Speaking of which... Is Mr. Right really in California? My mom is obsessed with me getting married. So her friends and her have decided to set me up with on of their nephews. My big question... Is he aware of this set up? I don't know why I am so embarassed by it. I am so awkward and unsure of how to proceed when I don't know what someone's expectations & thoughts are. I guess I could ask, but that would be too bold for me. Could I handle the answer? As they say in A few Good Men , "You can't handle the truth!"

Time keeps on ticking, ticking, ticking. Into the future

Its May 20th, or technically the 21st. The Nissan has suffered a small set back which resulted in my sister and I getting into a huge fight. Arg, its great having family around, but at some point in time you outgrow them and need a break. I love my parents, but I can't live with them at this time. It feels weird to have those restrictions and/or expectations set that have been present since you were 10. Time has changed me and sometimes I wish that social expectations would change accordingly. Anyway, I have no idea what I am babbling about.

I am going to go the Columbus Symphony tomorrow. I'm excited. I've invited along 2 friends (recently made) to come with. Hopefully it goes well and starts to stregnthen that new relationship. I really need to call Randy, he's called a few times and I have been out of town each time. Timing is critical sometimes. Of course, so is phone etiquette. I never promoted myself as being the expert on phone etiquette... so that'll be my excuse for my poor turnaround rate.

The Hidden Eyes

I always think that I can hide my feelings, my thoughts, my desires... etc. Then someone comes along and says they see everything, just by looking in my eyes. At first I thought, "How lame". Then I started noticing that the more eye contact I make during uncomfortable/honesty demanding situations, the more direct and piercing questions I get. Or, the sheer fact of making eye contact means you acknowledge or destroy someone's intent.

Well, where is this all coming from. Another Match Making event. My mom and her friend wanted to set me up with her friend's nephew. So, this JoeShmo is living in JoeShmoVille... but is PERFECT for me in Columbus. And oh, by the way, the perfect way for us to meet is at family party where all concerned parties were aware of the 'tangent' opportunities. Meaning, they all knew that there could be a potential "Match" between us.

So how did I handle the situation? Very Maturely. I did a great duck and hide. Avoided eye contact at all times. Took my EXCELLENT (very sarcastic there) story telling skills to a new level. And then pretty much became the designated chauffeur for BoyToy and his party. Talk about being in an uncomfortable situation.

On an up side... I accepted that "intriguing" job offer. I gave up so much to do it too...But there is no looking back for me now. Actually I can't wait to get out of this crazy environment. I think they are going to keep for almost 1 month. Which is double trouble because I was demotivated 2 weeks ago when I finally got my offer.

Anyway, more updates later. For now, its bedtime.

And the World Keeps Turning!

Without me writing. A month and a few days have passed... and at last I have a new computer. Not that mine was broken, but it was not the most inspiring tool. So, this will be my first post from my brand SPANKIN' new computer. YEAH!

And for some more changes. I am faced with a intriguing job offer. But that would mean I forfeit the promotion I have been working so hard for over the past 2 years. I would leave my current department for a new one in a lateral move. Of course, I would have a more standard work day, i.e. no more 14-16 hour days where I work too many hours and do 4 people's jobs.

In anycase... it is 12:30 AM and I need to be at work in a few hours. So, for now I will head off to bed. Then start tomorrow and finally answer 'yes' or 'no' to this job. AHHHHHHHHH! Grown up decisions are not fun to make!