Last year on September 22nd I was here in New York City preparing for an interview for a new job position with my current company. The events leading up to my trip to the big apple that day were all pretty incredible and somewhat unexpected too. I don’t want to sound like a broken record, but I always reflect on how that trip that random September Wednesday made such a difference in my life, and the life that I share with my husband. We were comfortable in our surroundings in DC, but those “what if” thoughts and the exciting possibility of what could be couldn’t be denied – even if my husband did just interview for a brand new job, the job that he did end up landing just days later.
After the interview was over (and by the way, my interview lasted around three hours) I met M. outside of the office building and we walked and sat down together on a bench and talked a little bit. He could tell I was excited and I gushed over the fact that I thought I really nailed it. I distinctly remember him letting out a big sigh and saying something to the effect of “well, if this is where we’re supposed to be, then we’ll do it”. Turns out M. was right – this is where we were supposed to be, but of course that didn’t just happen without any challenges.
When I announced that I got the job in New York and that M. also, just days earlier had received an offer in Washington, DC I had mixed reactions from some of my readers as to what I should do. Some told me that it “wasn’t my time” and that I should just let my husband settle in to his new position and then I could find something equally as amazing later (others of course said “go for it!”). No offense to those people who commented the “try again later” way, but THANK GOD I didn’t listen. Not only would I have forever regretted that decision, but M. wouldn’t be working in the amazing position that he currently holds. I just am continuously amazed at the way things work out.
Even though there are days (like Monday) where I “dread” going into work, as soon as I am here in the office I absolutely love it and my days just fly by. Each and every day I am inspired by my coworkers and by the ideas that come out of this amazing place. I am not only inspired in my current position, but the wheels in my head are constantly spinning thinking about how what lies ahead of me can be, and without a doubt will be equally as inspiring as long as I am always striving for the best of everything.
I posted this quote on my computer screen on a little scrap of paper, and I have to say, it always keeps me inspired in my work and my “daily” life.
“Never, never rest contented with any circle of ideas, but always be certain that a wider one is still possible.” – Pearl Bailey
I must say I completely agree with these wise words.
After the interview was over (and by the way, my interview lasted around three hours) I met M. outside of the office building and we walked and sat down together on a bench and talked a little bit. He could tell I was excited and I gushed over the fact that I thought I really nailed it. I distinctly remember him letting out a big sigh and saying something to the effect of “well, if this is where we’re supposed to be, then we’ll do it”. Turns out M. was right – this is where we were supposed to be, but of course that didn’t just happen without any challenges.
When I announced that I got the job in New York and that M. also, just days earlier had received an offer in Washington, DC I had mixed reactions from some of my readers as to what I should do. Some told me that it “wasn’t my time” and that I should just let my husband settle in to his new position and then I could find something equally as amazing later (others of course said “go for it!”). No offense to those people who commented the “try again later” way, but THANK GOD I didn’t listen. Not only would I have forever regretted that decision, but M. wouldn’t be working in the amazing position that he currently holds. I just am continuously amazed at the way things work out.
Even though there are days (like Monday) where I “dread” going into work, as soon as I am here in the office I absolutely love it and my days just fly by. Each and every day I am inspired by my coworkers and by the ideas that come out of this amazing place. I am not only inspired in my current position, but the wheels in my head are constantly spinning thinking about how what lies ahead of me can be, and without a doubt will be equally as inspiring as long as I am always striving for the best of everything.
I posted this quote on my computer screen on a little scrap of paper, and I have to say, it always keeps me inspired in my work and my “daily” life.
“Never, never rest contented with any circle of ideas, but always be certain that a wider one is still possible.” – Pearl Bailey
I must say I completely agree with these wise words.
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