Boy, when I made my list for Santa this week, I had no idea how prophetic it might be. But I've learned three things in the past three days: (1) never underestimate the folks who read your blog and their ability to make your wishes come true; (2) God's timing is seldom the same as mine; and (3) be careful what you wish for because, as Chris Daughtry would say, you just might get it all and then some you don't want.
Most of you know the professional purgatory I've been floundering in for the past couple of months. Days on end of feeling unchallenged and underutilized. But with so many people hating their jobs, I feel guilty for feeling apathetic about mine. I don't love it, but I don't hate it. It's not great, but it could be worse. I just feel blah. Like vanilla ice cream... it's pleasant, but once you've tasted a chocolate sundae, you seldom crave plain ol' vanilla ice cream anymore.
Tomorrow, thanks to my pals Ashley and Susan, I'm having coffee to discuss a new job. In northwest Arkansas. And right now I'm freaking out because the timing seems particularly atrocious... my boss will freak out, I just moved nine months ago and have three more on my lease, my friends placed a two-year moratorium on moving me again, I'm supposed to start my PhD in the fall, and... so many other reasons why it shouldn't work out. But just one reason why it should... it just feels right. I've been praying for career guidance, and this job description seems to be written for me.
Honestly, I just want to go where God leads, even if it means packing up boxes again (ugh). So please pray that I'll have clear guidance... either "go (north)west young woman" or "do not pass go, do not collect $200." I know the Lord does indeed know the plans He has for me, but sometimes I wish He'd be a little more forthcoming with the plans, don't you?
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Hey NWA is not that bad at times.I have been here for ooo 7 years now in the same apt. I dont know many people here but i like it okay. wed love to have you come our way.
EXCITING!! This is better than when I though Tuberville was coming! I hope everything works out just the way that you want! I sure would love to have you here!! :)
P.S. I made that chili recipe you posted for some friends! Great success!
Not to jump ahead, but this friend hasn't helped you move yet, and I've got a truck bed with your name on it!
In all seriousness, I'm praying for your meeting today.
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