Never Stop Learning

I came across this neat website today. For those of us that are job hunting and could use a few more skills to boost their resume, you may want to check this out.

http://www.learnatest.com/LEL/index.cfm/general

Sign up is free as long as you have a library card. They have tips on creating cover letters and resumes, along with popular software tutorials.

Switching Gears

My current job search has come to a screeching halt. The funny thing is I knew this was going to happen all along. In December I was diagnosed with a condition called chiari malformation and syringomyelia. Basically, my brain doesn't fit in my head and is wreaking havoc on my spinal system. I will be having surgery next week to fix the problem (hopefully.)

My biggest concern now is how do I make money when recovery make take up to four months. I don't know what lies on the other side of my surgery. That's what scares me most of all.

Patience

Today is different.

I sat in the school parking lot, waiting for my daughter to get out of her clarinet lessons, and I was also watching my son's football practice. I could hear his coach's voice calling out the roll call. How lucky my son is to have such a great role model as his coach. My daughter walked out of the school giggling with her best friend.

I don't want to take these things from them, and that's just what I'd be doing if we had to move. I have discovered that I am an emotional basketcase. I spent the better part of the last four years working my butt off to get a college education, and I now I feel like I'm back where I started. I am constantly reminding myself how lucky I am and I need to just be patient. Even if we do have to move, I know it would be for the best. Being able to provide for my family and putting smiles on their faces continues to be my ultimate goal.