I Interrupt This Flickr Photostream For A Special Announcement ....
I hope that all of my American friends had a wonderful 4th of July yesterday ... full of fireworks, cook-outs, and reflections as to what the holiday is actually celebrating ... that is, our independence. For me, I had a strangely quiet day, but in one regard it was quite exciting.
Going on the theme of gaining independence, I have a special announcement to make. Ready?
I have officially "quit my day job!" In a strange, but fortunate chain of events, 4 months ago, the company I worked for went through a re-structuring and my position was one of 25% that were eliminated. Now, while many would have been (and were) devastated, the truth is that my plans for retirement (15 years for that company already under my belt) were already in the works. See, Tom has been retired for 5 years already and had been quite patient with me as I mentally prepared myself for this monumental decision. I'm quite excited, as Tom is as well.
What will I be doing? Well, that still remains a mystery. Obviously, I plan on continuing my photography pursuit, stepping it up too, as I will have more time to do so. Travel is high on my list as well. I'm actually taking recommendations for places to go and see. LOL... seriously! Spending more time with my family and friends, as well as my cats Malarky & Buffy, is also important and will be high on my list. Oh, and there's just over 6 weeks until Alaska! I wonder if it will feel different. :-)
I've worked hard all of my life in my nutrition profession (yes, I'm first and foremost a Registered Dietitian) and also while working as a Pediatric Nutrition Medical Sales Rep. I do miss my co-workers, colleagues, and physicians, NPs, PAs, and the other allied health professionals that I called upon. But it's all good. Some of my friends ask if I'll be bored. Strange question to me actually, as I can't imagine how I could with so much to do and see. I'm sure that those of you who are already retired can totally relate to that. :-)
I have always believed that things happen for a reason ... and in this case it couldn't be more true. I also believe that when one door closes, another opens. I have a feeling that many will open as I pursue my true passion ... Nature, Wildlife, Adventure, & Photography. Get ready for me Tom ... maybe I'll even carry my own stuff :-).
Wishing everyone a wonderful rest of the weekend! Thanks for stopping by to view and especially for sharing your thoughts and comments.
@ 2015 Debbie Tubridy / TNWA Photography
www.tnwaphotography.wordpress.com
I Interrupt This Flickr Photostream For A Special Announcement ....
I hope that all of my American friends had a wonderful 4th of July yesterday ... full of fireworks, cook-outs, and reflections as to what the holiday is actually celebrating ... that is, our independence. For me, I had a strangely quiet day, but in one regard it was quite exciting.
Going on the theme of gaining independence, I have a special announcement to make. Ready?
I have officially "quit my day job!" In a strange, but fortunate chain of events, 4 months ago, the company I worked for went through a re-structuring and my position was one of 25% that were eliminated. Now, while many would have been (and were) devastated, the truth is that my plans for retirement (15 years for that company already under my belt) were already in the works. See, Tom has been retired for 5 years already and had been quite patient with me as I mentally prepared myself for this monumental decision. I'm quite excited, as Tom is as well.
What will I be doing? Well, that still remains a mystery. Obviously, I plan on continuing my photography pursuit, stepping it up too, as I will have more time to do so. Travel is high on my list as well. I'm actually taking recommendations for places to go and see. LOL... seriously! Spending more time with my family and friends, as well as my cats Malarky & Buffy, is also important and will be high on my list. Oh, and there's just over 6 weeks until Alaska! I wonder if it will feel different. :-)
I've worked hard all of my life in my nutrition profession (yes, I'm first and foremost a Registered Dietitian) and also while working as a Pediatric Nutrition Medical Sales Rep. I do miss my co-workers, colleagues, and physicians, NPs, PAs, and the other allied health professionals that I called upon. But it's all good. Some of my friends ask if I'll be bored. Strange question to me actually, as I can't imagine how I could with so much to do and see. I'm sure that those of you who are already retired can totally relate to that. :-)
I have always believed that things happen for a reason ... and in this case it couldn't be more true. I also believe that when one door closes, another opens. I have a feeling that many will open as I pursue my true passion ... Nature, Wildlife, Adventure, & Photography. Get ready for me Tom ... maybe I'll even carry my own stuff :-).
Wishing everyone a wonderful rest of the weekend! Thanks for stopping by to view and especially for sharing your thoughts and comments.
@ 2015 Debbie Tubridy / TNWA Photography
www.tnwaphotography.wordpress.com