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Moving Toward An Unknown Future

June 26, 2009 by Mary

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Completely unrelated to the normal topics of this blog, I would just like to announce:

I quit my job today!

Yes!  Yikes!  OMG!  What have I done?  I have so many thoughts and emotions in my head right now regarding this.  I’ve been saving and planning for this for a few months, so I have enough to last a while until I move and hopefully find a new job wherever I end up (right now it is between Oregon and Minnesota).  I’m taking a break from Memphis.  This may or may not be forever, but I need to live somewhere besides Tennessee right now.

Even with my saved money I am still worried about expenses.  It costs quite a bit to move that far away.  And I have BlogHer coming up in July, which I am now wavering on.  I really, really want to go and meet some cool bloggers, learn how to make my blog better, and more good stuff.  But with the huge expense of trying to move across the country I am now unsure about attending.  Maybe I should just sell my ticket?  Or I can go and just really try hard to cut back on expenses (I don’t need to eat, right?)?  I need a Splenda Daddy to help cover some expenses, hehe.

But regardless of all this… I am scared, freaked out, anxious, excited, happy!  The emotions are ridiculous and and amazing at the same time.  I don’t know what my future holds but I am excited about whatever it is.  Starting this weekend I’m breaking free and enjoying the time I have left in Tennessee with my friends.  This weekend I’m going to take a blogging break, clear my head, and have a little fun.  I’m going to enjoy some living, not blogging.

Hope you have an amazing weekend too.  Go follow your dreams, whatever they may or may not be!

Filed Under: Thoughts Tagged With: living boldly, personal, work


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Comments

  1. Connie @ Fat2HotMommy says

    June 26, 2009 at 4:42 pm

    I find what you are doing to be incredibly exciting! Not many people allow themselves to follow their dreams. Congratulations on your new life and everything that it holds in store for you!

    Good Luck!

    P.S. LOVE Splenda Daddy!

    Connie @ Fat2HotMommy’s last blog post..3 month Before/After

  2. SeaShore says

    June 26, 2009 at 5:16 pm

    Congratulations and good luck!

    SeaShore’s last blog post..

  3. Bella says

    June 26, 2009 at 5:28 pm

    Good luck with everything. Sounds like you’ll have a few big changes happening in your life very soon! I kind of cannot wait to graduate so I can start a new chapter of my life in about a year. Where? I don’t know yet.

    Bella’s last blog post..The safest running route ever

  4. Art says

    June 26, 2009 at 6:30 pm

    Not to try to influence you with my West Coast bias, but Oregon is amazing. I was going to move there after high school, but my plans changed.

    Conversely, Minnesota is cold and lame. So you have a lot of lakes. BFD.

    Anyhow, It’s pretty awesome, what you are doing. It is quite courageous.

    Art’s last blog post..The Hart Foundation!

  5. erin says

    June 26, 2009 at 8:03 pm

    Oh my word, Oregon is gorgeous! It was my favorite stop on the road trip I took from Washington State to Memphis.

    Any reason why you’ve narrowed it to Oregon and Minnesota?

    erin’s last blog post..Friday Five: Dream Vacations

  6. Shy Girl says

    June 26, 2009 at 9:15 pm

    That’s so exciting. I moved cross country just last year to follow my dreams so I fully support you in this awesome adventure. Have fun with your last few months in Memphis.

    Shy Girl’s last blog post..aargh.

  7. Seaward says

    June 26, 2009 at 11:26 pm

    Your decision is really courageous and which step you are taking for your future will be prove beneficial for you. All the best.

  8. The Fit Mission says

    June 27, 2009 at 12:20 am

    Wow you quit how exciting. Did you not buy the cupcakes? No I read that you were unhappy for awhile so very excited for you and you taking this big step. I quit once before and was so happy for it I was miserable at that place. If I would chose I would go to west coast too. I have been wanting to me out of state too (I live in cali) but since the one time I visited Seattle that is where I have my eye for. You should make a road trip out of it. If you are ever in San Diego let me know we will have to meet. Good luck with everything and you will be alright.

  9. Katherine says

    June 27, 2009 at 4:30 am

    Wow, this is an amazing step! I moved around from state to state a few times in my life; you gives you a better perspective. Have a great weekend!!!

    BTW, I love “Splenda Daddy”! LOL

    Katherine’s last blog post..Weekly Report – #9

  10. wildfluffysheep says

    June 27, 2009 at 5:55 am

    Your excitement is infectious! I am excited for you! I love the new. Moving is stressful and expensive but it great in the long run of things :D

    lmao @ splenda daddy. oh i am gonna use that.

    wildfluffysheep’s last blog post..reflections… and an addiction!

  11. Tony says

    June 27, 2009 at 7:09 am

    if you move to minnesota, I’ll show you around :).

  12. Chubby Stubby Kay says

    June 27, 2009 at 9:00 am

    I must say, I am excited for you! You have so many options now and I hope you find the right one for ya!

    I have always wanted to break free of where I live (Mass) and explore the world. Working on my health first and then…The world is my oyster!

    Best of luck to you!! :)

    Chubby Stubby Kay’s last blog post..Road Trip, Woooo!

  13. South Beach Steve says

    June 27, 2009 at 9:53 am

    Mary – the best of luck to you. I have encouraged my sons to take some time off to travel the US after they graduate high school – to go and spend a short time at a place, get a job, and see what it it like. There are only two times you can do this in your life. The first is before you have a family and heavy responsibilities, the second is after retirement. It is much better when you are younger. The best to you!

    South Beach Steve’s last blog post..Day 347 – Friday Night Blowout

  14. Jody - Fit at 51 says

    June 27, 2009 at 12:49 pm

    WOW! How brave & exciting! I never had the guts to do things like that! Kudos to you for living life!

  15. Marta says

    June 27, 2009 at 1:26 pm

    What an exciting time in your life! I can understand the anxiety/fear/joy/anticipation all rolled up into one bunch of emotions! I command you for being strong and quitting your job and moving on in pursuit of dreams and betterment. Sometimes one must take such daring steps, but they require guts!
    Enjoy your time off :)

    Marta’s last blog post..Crostata di Ricotta Rustica

  16. Monica says

    June 27, 2009 at 1:55 pm

    This is my first time at your blog but I screamed in delight reading your first entry!! CONGRATS!!! God bless, Im sure you will land on your feet no matter where you decide to go and what you decide to do! Changes can often be exciting if we embrace them. We only have one life and its here to be lived! :)

  17. Merry Mary says

    June 28, 2009 at 10:26 am

    Thanks everyone! I am very excited!

  18. Angie (Losing It and Loving It) says

    June 28, 2009 at 1:09 pm

    Congrats on this new adventure in your life. I told hubby that any time he wants to pick up and go, I’m all for it ha ha.

    I think you should still plan to attend BlogHer if you think you can handle it funds wise. I’m not able to attend this year but I hear good things about it. But if you decide not to, I can definitely give you some great places to learn more about making a living by blogging, Internet marketing, etc.

    LOL@ Splenda Daddy ha ha

    Angie (Losing It and Loving It)’s last blog post..Do you have a positive attitude?

  19. Fran says

    June 28, 2009 at 2:00 pm

    Hai, thanks for visiting my blog, discovered yours and will certainly visit yours regularly.

    I think its brave to quit your job, especially in a time like this with the recession. I’m sure (even though we don’t know each other) that you will find a job which fits you and gives you pleasure.

    Good luck! Fran

  20. Cammy@TippyToeDiet says

    June 28, 2009 at 3:40 pm

    It’s an exciting time for you! Whether you like where you end up or not, you will always have the satisfaction of having TRIED something new and different!

    Cammy@TippyToeDiet’s last blog post..Since You Asked So Nicely…

  21. kristisummer says

    June 28, 2009 at 6:13 pm

    good luck with everything.

    kristisummer’s last blog post..Pilates Update

  22. MackAttack says

    June 28, 2009 at 9:38 pm

    Way to go! I’ve moved cross country a few times. I didn’t even have a job once when I moved from Michigan to D.C. it was scary, but SO worth it! Good luck job searching and new home searching!

    MackAttack’s last blog post..Day of Rest

  23. MaryFran Stotler says

    June 29, 2009 at 10:22 am

    I don’t know what to say first. Ok, since I’m still chuckling about your Splenda daddy, instead of sugar daddy, I’ll just say..that cracked me up!!!

    WOO HOOO on having the guts and perserverence to do what you desire by leaving your job and moving!! Good luck!!!

    MaryFran Stotler’s last blog post..

  24. Sagan says

    June 29, 2009 at 2:42 pm

    Congratulations! That’s fantastic and so exciting! I can’t WAIT to hear about your adventures with all of this.

    Sagan’s last blog post..Success Policies

  25. John's Weight Loss Blog says

    June 30, 2009 at 7:01 pm

    Missed this when you first posted it. Exciting! Good luck on your journey. I trust you’ll still be posting and keeping us updated.

    John’s Weight Loss Blog’s last blog post..Doctor Visit

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