Anxiety Time

I mentioned last week that I had talked to a friend about becoming a substitute teacher at a local private school. I procrastinated for a week and then finally worked on my resume and cover letter yesterday. I finished them and then waited hours before sending them. I told myself I was waiting for my … More Anxiety Time

Social Media Tater

The above post popped up in my Facebook memories today. It is from the time when once a week my branch at my old job was in charge of social media posts. It was one of the few things I enjoyed about the last few years there. They eventually ruined that as well. More on … More Social Media Tater

One Year Check-In

I was all set to write another post today. I have a good chunk of it sitting in my drafts. Then I was reminded that today is an anniversary. One year ago yesterday was my last day at the library. One year ago today was my first day removed from that toxic place. So, this … More One Year Check-In

One Year Later

One year ago today I posted a short note for readers to “stay tuned” for news. I was turning in my letter of resignation that morning. I was quitting my job after 25 years with the organization. The toxic work environment was killing me. I couldn’t stick it out for five more years to retire. … More One Year Later

On Quitting

I forgot to write down the quote that prompted this post. I googled quotes on quitting and found the exact opposite of what I was looking for. I found: Michael Jordan – “If you quit once it becomes a habit. Never quit.” Norman Vincent Peale – “It’s always too soon to quit” Douglas MacArthur – … More On Quitting

Let It Go Indeed

I wrote recently about how I needed to let go of my feelings about my old job. I know I will never be able to completely let go. I can get most of my books and movies from my local library, but I know on occasion I will have to go there to get something. … More Let It Go Indeed