You may not have heard the news.
It isn’t like it is a well kept secret. It just hasn’t made it to Katie Couric’s desk yet.
I’m leaving my po
sition at Montross Miller Muller Mendelson & Kennedy. After nearly 7 years at the firm, I’ve agreed to take a position as a Clinical Research Specialist. I was hired by Indiana Univeristy to help with a stroke study through the VA Hospital in Indy. It is all very confusing but they’ve said if I show up they’ll let me work so I’m pretty sure it is a real job.
My last day at the office is February 20. I turn 45 years old on February 22nd, and then I start my new role on the 23rd. Nothing like a little mid-life change to keep you young.
Some people have asked if I’m nervous about the employment shift in these unsteady economic times. Unfortunately, the way my mind thinks, I’m more nervous about little things rather than the big things (like doing the job). For instance…
No one has explained where I will eat lunch.
I like sardines. Are these allowed?
No one has given me directions as to where I will park.
I do not know what time I am to be at work.
Do I have an office, a cubical, a closet?
Will I get an ID badge?
Will it have my picture?
Should I wear blue my first day to accentuate my eyes?
Should I take my own coffee cup?
Is coffee allowed in a government facility?
If I decide to take up smoking, is there a break area?
What is the policy on pets at work? I have a two dogs and a cat. Can they come along?
As you can see, there are so many unanswered questions. But don’t worry. I’ll keep you posted as the answer to these and many other concerns are addressed.
In the mean time, I really would appreciate your prayers. I want to do well and I will need strength greater than this fragile frame can bring in order to accomplish the task. Also, please pray for my family in the midst of the shift. This will result in some big changes for us all. And finally, I covet your prayers for my heart and mind. My prayer is that I will be humble, wise, and full of peace.
Thank you, friends.
