Ok, so I've been really busy! No excuse, I know, but I really have. I'm sure most of you know everything that has been going on by now, but I'll still write it all out just so you believe how truly busy I've been and why I have been terrible at updating my blog.
In early December Clint found out about a "possible" opening with the Organized Crime Unit. He has been trying for years to get into the OCU, but it's not really easy as you have to bascically be chosen for it. FINALLY, after lots of prayers, Clint got on the team. Oh yeah, and did I mention that it's a day shift?? Oh yeah, and did I mention that his days off are always Saturday and Sunday now? SOOOO, that means for the first time since we've been married, Clint and I work the same schedule. The day that Clint found out he was definitely on the team was also his last day at EDU. So we had NO time to prepare for his new schedule. So the 2 weeks before Christmas were nuts, trying to figure out how to get the kids on time (TONS of thanks to Mimi - we'd be lost without you!!), going to all the Christmas parties/school programs and gymnastics programs. The kids and I have quickly adjusted to having Clint home with us, and all ready can't imagine it any other way. Clint loves his new job, and we all are so happy!
During this crazy time, I was also presented with several opportunities with my job. I had another Director at ServiceMaster approach me about an opening he had on his team that he wanted me to consider applying for. As most of you know, I've been frustrated with my current situation at work for a while now, so after his persistance for over a month I finally agreed to apply for the job. This meant I had to tell my current boss that I was applying, which I was not too thrilled about. That same week my office and cell phones were ringing nonstop by a recruiter. Funny how God decided to bombard me with different opportunities at the same time. One day I was just irritated enough with my boss to decide to call the recruiter back and see what he had to say. He told me about a job at FedEx that was a senior position (the same position I have now at SVM). I thought - why would I want to leave here and go somewhere else to do the same thing?? I went on the interview within SVM and was super excited about the position. It sounded exciting - I'd be doing something totally different that I think I'd really enjoy, and have lots of exposure to upper management within the Company, which I enjoy. The problem?? I was told then that it would probably be about 50 hours a week and high stress. Well, I've been working 50 hours a week now, and at least I'd be doing something more rewarding, and getting paid more, right??
We all really prayed that I would know what God's will was for me. I felt sure that it was to take this opportunity. However, I thought I'd better not dismiss any opportunity, so when FedEx called me for an interview I reluctantly went. The interview was akward, uncomfortable and I walked out thinking it was a disaster. Within 30 minutes of my leaving, they had called my recruiter and asked if I could come for a 2nd interview with the Director. I was shocked. The morning of the 2nd interview I called my recruiter to cancel. I just wasn't sure, and really thought I wanted the glamorous job at SVM. He talked me into going, and within about 10 minutes of talking with the Director, I felt like God was forcing me to really think about what I want. The job at FedEx is a position that requires only about 40 hours a week. I couldn't geT that out of my head. All I could think about was a comment made by a dear, faithful friend a few months before. I was complaininG about work and how I am being wronged, and haven't gotten my promotion, etc. I said that I wondered what God's will was because why would he present me with this responsibility, but not let me see any of the rewards?? She asked me a question that seemed so obvious that I was scared to even consider the possibility - "Summer, have you ever thought that maybe God is trying to humble you and make you realize that perhaps work isn't what your number one priority should be? Maybe He's trying to help you focus on other things." WOW - could it be that I could be happy in a job that doesn't require me to work every night and weekend??
By the end of the day I had an ofer from FedEx, as well as one from SVM. The next day my current boss called me in his office to tell me about a new job that I'll be transitioning into in Q1 2010. I felt overwhelmed, and needed the Christmas break to figure out what I really wanted. I went home that night, looked into my girls' eyes and knew my answer. My first day back after Christmas I informed my boss that I'd be leaving SVM. I have had so many signs from the Lord showing me that I'm making the right decision, that I wonder how long these signs were there, but I was too focused on my personal desires to see it. Anyway, I'll be starting a new job on the 25th of this month, and am super excited about it!!
I can't wait to see what 2010 has in store for us! We feel so blessed at the moment :) We both have exciting careers and those beautiful little girls. I'm looking forward to building on some new friendships I have, as well as reconnecting with some old friends I love DEARLY but haven't seen as often as I'd like to over the last few years.
Ok, well I have to get back to work now (see why I'm excited about the new job!?!) I promise not to wait so long for another update....
