update time.

It's been awhile since I have done a straight update on my blog...so here goes.  First things first, I will fill you in on the whole job situation.  For that, I must start at the beginning, which might take awhile, so I will be amazed if you make it through this post.

Since May, I have been talking with a company. I love everything they do and was blessed enough to have them take notice of me due to a friend and my blog.  I was seriously pinching myself because I could not believe how perfect the fit was for both of us. I originally talked to them on a Friday in mid-May and was told they would get back to me...and they did a week later.  They told me that they "loved them some fabulous k" but did not have to resources to bring someone on full-time.  Disappointing...yes...but they said they wanted to work with me on a project per pay basis and wanted to set up a time to talk about the projects.  So, although I was disappointed I could not work there full-time, I was excited to do projects with them and be associated with them in anyway I could.  I quickly emailed back with a "YESSSSS!  I would love to, let me know when you are available, can't wait" type email. And I waited, and waited, and waited and NEVER heard back.  I just figured they changed their minds since I never heard back.

Fast forward to the beginning of this month, 3 months later, and I am laid off.  They contact me and say they are putting something together for me.  YAY!  I was SO excited.   They told me not to get a job, that they want me there, etc. They did make me an offer 3 weeks later but unfortunately it was not for me.  It was a 100% commission offer.  I talked to so many people to get their opinions and they all said the same thing...why would I take a 100% commission offer for a position I have never done in an industry I have never been in?  It just did not make sense for me.  I hope they find the right person though...after all they have one of the most fabulous services in town.   They need some help making things run a bit smoother and although I know I could have been that person, I still have to pay the bills!   

Ok...now that I updated you on all of that...you are probably wondering what I am going to do.  I am currently looking for a contract recruiting job because...

MY MOM AND I ARE GOING TO TRY TO OPEN UP A BOUTIQUE!!

It's a lot of work but we are blessed to have the opportunity and are so excited.  It's not a done deal by any means...we have a lot to work out.  Right now we have the concept, name, etc. and are looking for locations.  We have narrowed it down to 2 areas and are just waiting for the right spot to be available.  Our shop will be a mix of stationary, wrappings, one of a kind pieces, little decor items, etc.  We have some additional details that will make us completely unique that I have to keep under wraps for now but it's going to be, well, fabulous.   So...please keep us in your prayers as we move forward with this endeavor.  I am going to try to find a contract recruiting job in the meantime to pay the bills but as soon as we find a location I will be working on the shop full time.  Hopefully the location will come sooner than later (and you will all have to come visit).  I am so excited.

Well,  I think this has been a long enough post.  Now you all know what's going on with me.  I want to thank all of you that send me your well wishes and prayers and ask how my search is going.  I can't wait to share all the things we are doing.  It's a tough time for me right now...I literally feel like I can't get a break but hopefully I will soon.  I hope you all have a fabulous weekend--more to come!