Thought for the day

Well, graduation was over almost 2 weeks ago and now it's time to be an adult again.  Or at least try to be an adult again LOL  As the feelings of accomplishment start to die down, it's time to focus on the future.  Now, don't get me wrong.  I feel very accomplished and that won't ever be taken away from me, it's merely subsiding for awhile.  Now I have to work on things like finding a job, trying to keep up with bills while I work part time, getting myself out there and networking, etc.  It's all very daunting to some degree, but it will get done.  It will definitely take some time because I'm fairly new to exploring the job market.  And I have a feeling I will be getting another part time job in the mean time so that Michael does not have the complete burden of supporting me while I search for a social work position.

And it's also time to get healthy....or healthier.  I know that I need to quit smoking and exercise more and eat better.  No time like the present to start on that, especially when you're on a budget and counting every (and I mean every) penny that comes and goes.  I will save a lot of money if I just get my ass in gear and do what is best for myself.  It will definitely be a struggle, but I have overcome things before and I will conquer this too.

Sometimes, however, it is very overwhelming to think of all of the things that I need to get done.  I hate that because I need the motivation.  When I get overwhelmed, like a lot of people, I tend to shrink back and hide.  I have never been one to confront challenges too well, but when one is left with little choice otherwise, what can you do?  It's scary territory for me, but I'm willing to try.  If I don't try, I'll never know.  And, frankly, I have already had a life full of "what ifs" and do not want or need to add to that list anymore.

Anyway, that's my thought this morning.  Time to go write some Thank You notes.

Cheers!