Today I embark on a new chapter in life as yesterday was my last day of work. In November when we moved to Wisconsin, I had no choice but to find a job as we have two mortgages. So I found a part time position as a dental receptionist. It seemed like the perfect job because I no longer had to do insurance claims plus it was only 15-18 hours a week. Well, in the 8 months I was there, my hours changed at least four times. In March the dentist decided to sell the practice and move out of state so there have been some stressful times as a new owner took over and then my hours soared to about 32 a week. So since our Minnesota home is now rented, I decided to take the plunge and quit my job. I really enjoy being home and tending to the house, cooking, gardening, etc. I also feel most alive when I can spend more time with my children and grandchildren. So while we will be poor as church mice, (not sure why church mice are poorer than other mice) I am anticipating my happiness rating to go through the roof.
I am starting another blog today which is titled "Go Confidently". It is based on a Henry David Thoreau quote that I have always enjoyed. My daughter gave me a poster of it awhile back and when I would pass it, I would contemplate what it said, and it gave me the courage to quit my job and try to make it work.
If you want to check it out, it is www.kristin-schwartz.blogspot.com. I hope to write regularly as I take this new journey.
Thought for the day: He who is contented is rich Lao Tzu
