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New Blog

Guess what guys!!!!  I have a new blog!  I decided that the only reason I wasn't posting on this blog was because I had a Xanga blog.  I have been re-inspired.

http://sheddspeak.blogspot.com/

Hi.

I wish I had a wireless keyboard.  That way I could type in a reclined position and I wouldn’t be hunched over.  My poor posture is slowly causing my spine to straighten out at the neck…rather than curve.  Eventually, I’ll feel tingling in my arms.  I don’t want to be an old person with a hunched back.

I love wheat thins.  I haven’t decided if it’s because of the salt…or if it’s because I actually love the overall taste.

Last week I visited a Martini Lab.  I felt like I was on a field trip. 

For those that don’t know, I started a new job this past June (the 11th to be exact).  I am the Director of Client Services at DBS>Interactive.  I have over 100 clients.  Thus, my disappearance these last two months.  I work a lot.  But, there’s a light at the end of my tunnel.  I have hired help…and will hire another person this next month.  Hooray!

It’s exciting to be a part of growing company.  And it’s a challenge.  Life would be dull without challenges. 

I am hoping to move at the end of next month.  But, I may extend that to the end of September.  The reality is that I just haven’t had a lot of time to focus on the move.  I have some places picked out that I’m interested in.  I just need to schedule showings.  Oh, I’m looking at condos, by the way.  I thought about an actual house and decided I don’t have time for the maintenance at this point.  I’m going to take things one step at a time.

It looks like I’m going to get a roommate, too.  This will be great for three reasons.  A) It will help me financially; 2) it will force me to be considerate of others; and D) Jake doesn’t really talk back…so it will be a nice change.

Sarah visited last week.  It was strange cause it was in the middle of the work week.  But, I did get to see her in the evenings (along with the rest of the fam).  Katrina’s parents were in from Australia, so I got to visit with them as well.  That was a lot of fun (and I’m not just saying that because they could potentially be reading this)!!  Ella, my niece, is REALLY cute.  I love that she’s already saying my name (she’s nine months old today), but I think it makes Sarah a little jealous.  You can check some pictures of her on my mom’s blog. 

I haven’t been running consistently, lately.  It’s because I’m working downtown (45 minute drive with traffic).  AND, I have to be there at 8 AM.  New West had a flex schedule that allowed me the freedom to show between 8 AM and 9 AM.  Oh well.  I just need to discipline myself to get up earlier. 

Okay, I’m done for now. 

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Just when I'm ready to give up in complete frustration...a new path emerges.

The week following my last post was yet another demanding week.  I was on deadline for three projects, I had to finish scheduling focus groups and I had to take on some additional work because my supervisor was out of town and there was an event that Thursday. 

It was okay, though.  Why?  Because I like a good challenge.    I did manage to work over 60 hours in five days...which I thought was quite impressive.  And secretly, I like the attention it brings me.  But, it was exhausting, nonetheless.   

Anyway, the above ramblings are not the point of my post.  The Monday following my crazy week, I received a phone call from the company who had previously been interested in me.  That Thursday I met with the company owner over coffee to discuss future possibilities.  The nameless company was restructuring and was looking to bring me on board at a higher level than previously discussed.  It was all very intriguing.  But, I was going to have plenty of time to think things over.  The restructuring would take place in 4 to 8 weeks. 

Four days later, I was officially offered the job.  WOW!  So much for having plenty of time to think things over!! 

After much prayerful consideration, lots of advice-seeking conversations and one trusty pro and con list, my decision was made.  And, I have to admit, it was one of the harder decisions I've had to make.  Like I've said before, I really LOVE the people I work with.  And I'm proud of the work we produce.  But, when push came to shove, this other offer happened to be a higher level position, with more money and huge growth potential. 

A week after being offered the position, I officially accepted it and turned in my notice to NW.  But, instead of giving two weeks, I decided to stay on three weeks.  There are so many projects that I would like to see through to completion.  I just don't know how realistic that is, considering June 1st is my last day.  Yikes!!  That's this Friday.  Man, time flies when you're buried.       

Well, that's the latest with me.  I'm sure I'll post again, once I make the transition.  Or maybe if I get engaged.  Or if I buy a house.  Or if any other life-altering event takes place.  Course, I'm not going to make any promises.   

My Quarter Life Crisis

As always, it’s been forever since I last posted.  That’s okay, though.  When I do finally post, it must be oh so more enjoyable for you, the reader.  J

Lately, I’ve been giving my life a lot of thought.  It’s not as unbearable as it sounds, considering I’m my favorite topic.  Haha.  I’m kidding, of course.

So, what have I been thinking about?

I’m glad you asked.  Many days I feel like I’m on that ride at the fair.  You know, the giant pirate ship that swings like a cantankerous pendulum.  Okay, so perhaps I’m bipolar.  That’s not the point.  My point is this: some days I’m completely happy with my current life and the direction it’s heading.  Other days I’m SO not.

Take my apartment, for example.  It’s a great apartment.  It’s a lovely two bedroom apartment with one GIANT bathroom.  I have over 1100 square feet and I’m paying a one bedroom price for it.  Can it get any better than that?  I’ve been here for almost two years now.  And yet, I’m ready to move out.  I tried rearranging my furniture.  That only helped for a day or two.  I have to make a decision by the end of June, which is right around the corner, my friends.  Half of me says, “stay” and the other says, “go.”

I’d really like to move into a house.  Why a house and not a condo?  Well, I also want a dog.  Last weekend the Kentucky Humane Society had its spring clean event where they were giving away their animals that were 4 months old and older.  So, naturally, I visited the shelter.  And naturally, I played with all the puppies under 4 months of age.  I kept hearing my mother’s voice in my head.  “Katie, there will always be puppies.  Puppies are always cute.  You don’t need to spend money on a puppy right now.”  I hate logic. 

So, when my lease is up in August, I’ll either be renewing or moving out.  If I take a risk and move out…and buy a dog…then I may inadvertently shut some other doors of possibility.  Katie, what are you talking about?  Well, I’ve also been considering going back to school. 

It all started when I was considering my MBA.  My company offers to pay a portion of it and so it seemed like something I should take advantage of.  That put me in the school mentality.  So, I started looking into my options.  Then, when Sarah was home a few weeks ago, we had a conversation about careers we always wanted to pursue, but never did.

Ever since I was in the fourth grade, I wanted to be a lawyer.  Why?  Because my teacher told me I should be.  It was a Monday and I was trying to negotiate my way out of class earlier.  I asked that she let us out fifteen minutes early today, and keep us fifteen minutes later on Tuesday.  Not bad for a nine-year-old.  Oh, and for the record, I wanted to be let out early so I could beat Tyler and Sarah to the car and call “last” for that afternoon’s piano lessons. 

Anyway, let’s get back to my conversation with Sarah a few weeks ago.  I threw out the fact that I had always wanted to be a lawyer and waited for her response.  She quickly affirmed me saying she always thought I’d be a good lawyer.  In fact, it fits my skill set.  I know enough about a lot of different things, to be dangerous (sick an overused cliché).  If I didn’t know something, I’d look it up and figure it out.  I love to argue for the sake of arguing.  Could it be any more obvious?

I’d be interested in prosecutorial law.  However, I recently read a compelling article about a woman who is a federal public defense attorney.  She represents some of the worst criminals, today.  Many of them await death row.  She is their last voice.  What an opportunity for ministry!

Well, there you have it…a glimpse into the mind of Katie.  Do I move or do I stay?  Do I get a dog or stick with just a cat?  Do I go back to school?  What would I pursue?  Would I go full time or part time?  How would I pay for all of this?