Despite the fact that two weeks ago I issued an apology for not keeping up with my blog and indicated that I was back on the wagon, I haven't blogged since. I know what you're thinking because I'm thinking it, too: Loser!!! I think what happened was that I realized just how far I'd strayed from the original intent of this blog-- to record my thought process while trying to determine my next career-- and wasn't sure how to right the ship. Apparently the two month sabbatical I took to decompress from my real estate career worked too well and my mind to mush. I'm pleased to report that as of Monday I'll have resumed working with my career coach. Yep, my break is over. I'd be lying, though, if I said I haven't had a ton of fun being a "lady of leisure". If possible I recommend that everyone do it at least once in their lives.
Here are some of the highlights of the past two weeks:
- My dog, Luka, has completely recovered from his bout of bronchitis. It is interesting to note that since the dog version of Robitussin didn't even come close to helping his constant cough, the vet prescribed generic Vicodin. Yes, that's the painkiller Vicodin that I've taken-- and LOVED-- after having a root canal. It knocks me out cold, but "only" acted as an effective cough suppressant for Luka for which I'm incredibly grateful.
- I've applied for a part-time job at one of the "big box" bookstores near my house. I'd rather work in a local, independent bookstore but the two in my city aren't hiring;
- I've become addicted to browsing iTunes, especially the glam rock/ hair bands that were so popular when I was in high school. Eventually I'll work up to buying songs and creating my own playlist or CD.
- In an effort to bring in a little more money and keep my toe in the real estate world, I came up with the brilliant idea to take advantage of the plethora of homes on the market and hire myself out to agents who need help covering open houses. After creating a simple announcement using Publisher, I emailed it to everyone in my company as well as 30 other agents I've worked with in the past. After getting lots of calls/ emails asking follow-up questions, I've already booked one open house for next Saturday and will most likely have another booked for Sunday. Hopefully more bookings will follow.
- Even though it is still 90 and humid as heck outside, I've decided the summer weather is no reason why I can't celebrate the current season of autumn inside my home. I've set out and used my favorite pumpkin scented candles, have the pretty walnut bowl on my dining room table filled with miniature gourds and pumpkins, and hung a fall wreath on the front door despite the fact that I still have four gigantic pots of impatiens (not mums) on my front porch. I just love autumn.
- I had my first ever Real Simple/ Martha Stewart moment: Instead of surrounding my pumpkin scented candles with the usual bits of colored glass, I surrounded them with acorns collected from my front yard. Acorns. How simple is that??
- I'm in the middle of my 20th high school reunion weekend. There was a party last night at the home of a former classmate and tonight we're having cocktails and dinner at a local landmark. Generally speaking the women have aged better than the men, yet so far I've enjoyed talking to the men more. Last night I believe I was the only woman from my class who isn't married (or divorced) and doesn't have children. I know there are a few others, but they weren't able to attend. Interesting. Wonder what tonight will be like, other than hot and sticky. Ugh!
I promise I won't fall off the blog wagon again. It's too embarrassing.
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