As many of you are aware there have been some fairly big changes in our life recently. After almost seven years, Tom has left his place of employment to pursue self-employment. To say I have seen a remarkable change in his outlook on life, would be an understatement. Although, the career change brings much stress and uncertainty for him, he has a renewed sense of spirit and zest for life that is contagious. It is so wonderful to see the sparkle back in his eye, and his sense of humor and happiness return.
As for me, I was recently promoted to a Sr. engineering position in my current department. I was one of 11 candidates for the promotion. Currently, I am loving my job. It is both challenging and rewarding.
Often times I struggle with change (I get this from my Dad). I guess it is the fear of the unknown and failure. As I have gotten older, I have come to the conclusion that change is not something to fear. Every change in my life has brought me both a renewed sense of self and forced me to grow as a person (even when I perceived it as a negative change). When I look back and see just how much I have accomplished since high school, it blows me away. Of course, I have had many instrumental people in my life that have challenged me and affirmed me along the way. So right now I am embracing the change, whatever it brings.
We have had a busy summer, which included several trips and adventures. I have tons of pictures that will eventually be posted on Tom's site. Our trip to the Dominican Republic was absolutely wonderful and refreshing. It was a great opportunity (and location) to get away from the everyday hustle and bustle of life, and focus on each other and everything God has blessed us with.
Now that our busy summer has come to an end, we are preparing to take things a little easier this fall and winter. Although, in a few weeks I will meet my Mom and sister in Texas for a girls weekend. And, come the new year Tom and I hope to expand our family, so there is still much change on the horizon.
