When we moved to Arizona I became unemployed for the first time in 5 years and wasn't really sure what to do or how to do it or what I even wanted to do. Luckily enough for me, I was able to take my time and find something I enjoyed. I didn't want to find a job, I wanted to find the right job. I wouldn't have been able to do that without Jake's support, and that means the world to me. He knew I wanted to be working but never rushed me into finding something. I love him even more for that :)
Spending 6 months unemployed was not what I expected, it was not what I wanted, and it was not easy. I'm the kind of person who really needs to be occupied and contributing and feeling a sense of accomplishment. Being home every day was not giving me any of that. Everything moves a little slower here in Arizona; I applied for at least 2 jobs a day for the first month we were here and didn't start getting calls for interviews until another month or in some cases 2 months later. I had a few good interviews and I had a LOT of help from my amazing former manager who introduced me to people and really brightened my spirits.
Two weeks ago I accepted a job offer and am going back to my roots so to speak. I will be working at a credit union just a few minutes from home and I couldn't be more excited about it. My first day is tomorrow! I want to say thank you to everyone who listened to me complain and freak out and helped me find my way, and I want to thank Jake for sticking with me and being patient and taking care of us. Here's to new beginnings!
