June 20, 2017

18... with 17 Years of Experience...

Rose All Day

I had no idea that this is how it would feel to be 35... but I am grateful!!! There are sooo many people that weren't fortunate to see this age and that alone has me humbled. I didn't have many plans in mind and the lay-off crushed the few I had. Nonetheless, I wasn't going to spend this day doing absolutely nothing so I arranged a happy hour and treated myself to macaroons and bubble tea.






Bestie...




Shout out to all my friends for showering me with cards and gifts and making my day special!!!



June 9, 2017

3rd Times A Charm...

Accessories In My First Office


Just as quickly as it began... it was all over. No more office, no more cell-phone stipend, no more 'when work is travel'. I was now unemployed...

If you've been following my blog for a while you know that this is the second time in less than a year that I've encountered a layoff. Let's just say... it get's easier. Now don't get me wrong, no one enjoys getting or being laid off; but after a time or two you know exactly what to do. You gain this newfound confidence and I-won't-be- defeated mentality. Another caveat of this layoff is the fact that we knew ahead of time. Anytime someone says plan on contingencies, you better dust off that resume and begin interview prepping with a friend. Actually from the time I was told to make contingencies until the actual notification that my job would be eliminated, I'd already secured two face-to-face interviews.

My outlook on this layoff is that I'd like to have employment before the end of July and just chill for the month of June. Nonetheless positivity and good vibes are welcomed!!!