This has been an EXTREMELY emotional day.
I woke up feeling like I would almost rather put a gun to my head than come to work...
I knew I had to face my fears... but I was nervous....
Actually, I spent my first hour at work feeling like I just wanted to throw up...
Finally I got my nerve up... and I cried lots of tears...
It was a strange combination of feeling sad...
and yet feeling happy...
You see, today I changed my future.
I quit my job as a social worker.
I've been at this job 14 years!
It's the ONLY job I've ever had.
I have one pissed off boss...
I'm asking for your thoughts and prayers... I think I've made the right decision for myself and my family
More details on my future in my next post.
11 comments:
you know we are cheering you on - no matter what you decide -
You are one brave woman. I so understand all of your emotional and do not fault you in the least. I am quite proud of you in deciding to change your future...it's very scary to do.
I wish you luck in your new career/job adventure my dear.
Yeah! I'm so looking forward to our fun summers! :)
Oh, Jenny... I remember the day I left it all behind as well...it was such a horrible yet exhilarating time (taught MS English/Gifted Reading for 7 yrs in the same classroom). It is amazing how your time fills up.. I wonder if I would ever be able to fit in working again... I am just too busy.
SMILE! You made a good decision!
you go girl!!! you can pull off any thing no matter what you go for and i know that you will enjoy your new career!!!!
Wow! Good luck! I can't imagine staying in one place for 14 years. I was a social worker before becoming a stay at home mom and 7 years was as long as I lasted in one place (and I loved it - but man most of the places I worked were so dysfunctional). I'm sure it was freeing and terrifying. I hope nothing but good things come your way!
Jenny,
You can do anything..I will pray for you. James told me a little about your new job-I would love to hear more about it. Just remember you have so many friends and family who will support you no matter what. Read Philippians 4:13 Luvs, Jen
Whatever it is, I'm praying for nothing but GOOD THINGS for you and your family!!
(BTW, your "expression" pictures just cracked me up!! You're so funny)
((hugs)) I'm sure you'll do great in your new job. I wish you the best as you get ready to help so many children!
Jen,
You are awesome! You will be a great teacher! The first step is always the hardest, believe me, I know! Love you bunches!
Katie
Jenny,
Your post cracked me up!! Your expressions are priceless. I wondered what you were moving on to when I first read your post. Checking in for an update, I read you are going to be a teacher. I think you will make a wonderful teacher, just from your posts. The kids will adore you!
Cherrie
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