Tough week

I know it's been a little while since I've posted and A LOT has happened in the past 2 weeks.

I found out last Thursday that I lost my job. We were all expecting the call and after MANY rounds of cuts, unfortunately, this time I didn't make it. Whether or not it's a good thing or not...I'm not alone. A lot of my good friends and colleagues lost their jobs right along with me. I was with Sanofi-aventis for 7 years and have had a roller coaster of emotions the past week. It's really hard not going to work everyday and not knowing what my future holds. Thankfully, the company is taking care of us, so that helps. My new job is looking for a job...and let me tell you, it's more than a full time job! I have been busier this past week than I would have ever thought.

The good news is I found something already and I've been offered a position. The tough part is it's a job that is completely different and not something I would have "sought out"...I had 2 interviews and was offered the job today--I asked for some time, as things moved along much faster than I had imagined and the hiring manager was gracious enough to allow me some time to think about it and get my bearings.

I'll be honest--2010 has been a very difficult and challenging year. The most challenging year, yet. But, I have SO much to be thankful for and a WONDERFUL husband and loving son, who I just can't get enough of!! I do believe everything happens for a reason and I believe something better is out there-it's just a matter of how long it'll take to find it!

On a different note--Bishop has had a tough week too. We found out last Thursday (same day I lost my job) that he needs a TOTS collar for his torticollis, which he was fitted for today. It's a plastic collar with hard plastic so he can't tilt his neck to one side. He'll wear it whenever he's awake (and being watched) and so far it doesn't seem to bother him (not much does)!! He also has had a little sickness and was sent home from daycare on Monday with a fever. He's doing MUCH better now.

We celebrated Eileen's (Luke's mom's) birthday with her and Rich on Tuesday night by spending the night in Cold Spring. It was such a nice night and it was extra special since we weren't able to be together for Thanksgiving.

Let me know if you hear of any sales jobs in Minnesota--I'm actively looking and appreciate any leads you may have. Although it's been a tough year, I do believe better things are in store and I'll end up in a better place overall!