shirleyb Posted February 12, 2004 Share Posted February 12, 2004 Well, I am finally back to work after being without a job for the last 54 weeks. Mind you, I feel I have been so very blessed to have had the time off, I am also blessed that I am back to working again. As with everything that happens in life, there is a trade off. I don't have as much time as I would like to be able to be here and share as much I was doing, but I am still reading the posts and responding to those I feel I have the most to say too. My job right now is averaging about 11 to 12 hours a day. This will probably be the case for the next 6 to 10 weeks. Then hopefully things will mellow out and I will have a more normal work life. I am just glad to be back to work. I feel I have been very blessed in that when I was off, I had time to reflect on all the things that have changed so dramatically in my life. Losing Randy so unexpectedly was the worst time I have ever had in my life. By having the time off of work and not having to deal with that, I was able to come to terms quicker than a lot who have not had the time that I did. I have always had total faith in God that He would see me through this change in my life and He has. When we found out Randy had cancer, we said we would have to walk the walk if we were going to talk the talk. I think I have done that, and I know Randy is proud of me. I still pray each day for peace for all of us and I pray we each find the path that God wants us to follow. It is not always easy, it was never promised to us that it would be. The only promise we have been given is the reward of heaven if we believe and we have faith. So I try to keep my eyes open. Miracles happen everyday. We just have to have the faith of a child to see them sometimes. I think of you all often. I pray for each of us. May we be granted what we pray for. Keep the faith all......I know I have been blessed by knowing each and everyone of you. You are my family and I love you. Shirley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pam Posted February 12, 2004 Share Posted February 12, 2004 Congrats and good luck on your new job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann Posted February 12, 2004 Share Posted February 12, 2004 Luck on the new job Shirley! Let me know what your hours are so I can call you and get all caught up on everything!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ry Posted February 12, 2004 Share Posted February 12, 2004 Congratulations! It's good to keep busy... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donna G Posted February 12, 2004 Share Posted February 12, 2004 Great news Shirley, hope you enjoy your new job and it is rewarding for you. Waiting to hear more . Donna G Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J.C. Posted February 12, 2004 Share Posted February 12, 2004 Very good news Shirley, Hoping all goes well. Hugs J.C. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cathy Posted February 12, 2004 Share Posted February 12, 2004 Shirley, Sounds like you are picking up some pieces of your life, and putting it back together somewhat..Good for you, I hope work is good to you... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie B Posted February 12, 2004 Share Posted February 12, 2004 CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!! Sooooo happy to hear things are falling in place for you. Your going to be one tired young girl for a while, with those LONG HOURS! You can do it!! Big Hugs, Connie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
karen335 Posted February 13, 2004 Share Posted February 13, 2004 Shirley, Wishing you the best in your new job. We miss your posts, but first things first. We know we are in your prayers as you are in ours. Thinking of you and hope you like your new job... Blessings for you... Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeanCarl Posted February 13, 2004 Share Posted February 13, 2004 Shirley, Congrats on the job! Sounds like you've jumped right into the lion's den, but that is sometimes the best way to go. Good luck! Dean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MO_Sugar Posted February 13, 2004 Share Posted February 13, 2004 Congratulations on the new job! God Bless, MO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted February 14, 2004 Share Posted February 14, 2004 Wonderful news about the job! Blessings to you, Peg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shirleyb Posted February 15, 2004 Author Share Posted February 15, 2004 Thank you all for the good wishes. I am doing well with the job and adjusting to it as well. Dean, you sure look snappy in that little blue scooter. I am so glad you have it. I will post more later. Thanks again. Much love to each of you and prayers going out that we are all able to find peace and joy in our lives. Shirley Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimblanchard Posted February 16, 2004 Share Posted February 16, 2004 Shirley So Happy to hear about the new job, I am sure you will do great. I give you a lot of credit for your courage in going out there and attacking the working world again, its not easy at any age or stage, but especially after what you have been through. I am sure Randy is cheering you on. Bess B Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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