I have spent the last 3 weeks out and about then returned to work yesterday. I was scared that it would take me a bit to get back into the routine after being out of it for so long. Luckily it was just the opposite! I was so excited to be back to work, making the most of each hour, that I was really productive and have gotten a lot accomplished in the past two days. In fact even though my grandma took me on a long lunch today I have gotten all of my tasks done.
This is what I love about being 'self' employed. I can go and do, with my boss knowing that I will complete my projects. I think there needs to be more autonomy over your work and more flexibility with your hours. I am so much happier, efficient, and eager to work knowing that my work is meaningful and that my boss respects me. I realize I have a special circumstance since I am working for family, but it still can be played out in every workplace. Some places need structure and can't be as flexible, but there are still better ways than the traditional 9 - 5 approach.
Things are just really great for me right now. I am so glad that I took the steps I did that got me here today. I know this will be one of the highlights of my life when I look back and tell the story of my post graduation experience. While many people may not see moving around and changing jobs an accomplishment, I certainly think this year has not only taught me a lot, but that I have accomplished a lot. I have seen that I can work in a variety of areas, and that I can also resign if they do not fit my values and goals. I am grateful of all of the opportunities I have had and am excited to continue this chapter of my life.
The beginning of May I got to go to the ole Alma Mater to see my dear friends graduate, visit with my partner's family and see his little sister graduate high school, then take a road trip back here and show my best friend where I grew up. It was a rich month full of love, laughs, adventure, and fun. I spent memorial day with my aunt hanging out binge watching American Horror Story, swimming, and surviving a storm. I did do a little work over the weekend and photographed a 25th anniversary wedding reception.
I have the best job ever and it is definitely going to be hard to leave and move on to something else when the time comes. The area isn't exactly where I would want to live permanently, but after being away for six years, it is so nice to come back home and get reacquainted.
If anyone has any ideas on how I can repay my grandpa and his beautiful wife for the amazing gift he has given me please leave them in the comments! I hope that everyone can find satisfaction in their job because you spend more time with your career than in your own home (unless you work from home... but you know what I mean!). Happiness, friendship, and the bare necessities are all anyone needs to live a successful life.
This weekend we are adventuring to a big Trade Days festival in Texas, then in the end of June we are headed up to see my family. I am so excited for that trip! I miss my little brother, mom, and dad very much and will be glad to see them in person. Skype just isn't cutting it.
I hope everyone has a lovely week, and enjoys the summer weather!
Until next time,
Alyssa
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