Work
About three weeks ago, I gave my 2 weeks notice to my current employer. I was very shocked by the reaction I received from my boss and from HR. When I handed my notice to HR, they were shocked that I was resigning and kept me in their office for two hours trying to convince me to stay. Wanting to know if there's anything that they can do to change my mind and make me stay, especially since I don't have a job lined up. They spent about 45 minutes of the two hours telling me how bad the economy was and how I may not be able to "survive out there without a job, so I should really think twice before I make this decision. I guess if they knew I was moving out of state they wouldn't have spent so much time trying to convince me to stay, but I didn't think they needed to know that. So, I guess they think that I mostly quit because I was in a very unhappy work environment. Was I wrong for not telling them? I just didn't think it was any of their business. Anyway, after I spoke to them, I went downstairs and handed my boss a copy of the same letter I gave to HR. He too was shocked and spent an hour trying to find solutions to all the issues I bought up to him in the past (which he did nothing about), in order to see if I could possibly change my mind and stay. I think it was a little too late for him to find solutions now, considering that they had been ongoing issues. I didn't share with him that I was moving out of state, but I did talked to him about all the changes that need to be made so that the next person that fills this position won't have to go through the same b.s. that I went through. I have to say that I was shocked because no one ever showed any appreciation for the things that I did in that office, and I guess I would've neve really known how valuable I was if I didn't resign. I think it's a real shame that it took me leaving for them to show how much I was needed.
As my two weeks went by, and I packed up my belongings at work, which wasn't much, my boss hardly said two words to me. I think he was hurt by me leaving and didn't know how to express himself? I don't really know. My last morning at the job, he threw a breakfast in my honor and invited everyone in the office that I talked to. I was touched by his kindness and glad that he didn't invite the entire building, becuase I don't think I could handle the fake people who hardly spoke to me (and those that never speak to me) coming to wish me well just so they can get a free breakfast. The fact that he only invited those that actually took the time out to be my friend made the breakfast and my farewell extremely genuine. Walking out those double doors of the building for the last time was a feeling that I can't describe. I felt like a weight has been lifted off my shoulder, and my heart had a new song to it. This was the best decision I've made (career wise) in a very long time. If I knew then what I know now, I would'vve quit a long time ago.
Knitting
I think any sane person would be nervous to quit there jobs and move to another state jobless, but for me I feel as if this is a new begining and I'm not worried at all. I truly believe in my heart that this leap of faith will bring nothing but wonderful things my way. It's like I finally listed to the inner voice inside of me (God), and now a golden door has opened. I see this as the begining of a new chapter in my life. Maybe this is part of the whole turning 30 "crisis" (I'll be 30 on July 20). I don't know, but I'm so happy being free. Having my time be my time, and being able to concentrate on what I want in life.
To start, I have been receiving many orders for baby blankets and baby outfits. I didn't realize so many women delivered in the summer. I guess there was a lot of loving going on during the cold winter months. lol. I made this beautiful blanket (pictured below) for a client. It was a lot of work, with a lot of details. I added the ribbon for a special touch. I absolutely love this blanket, and so did she. She loved it so much, that she kept it a few more weeks before giving it to the person it was intended for, so she could show it off to family and friends. That was a great advertisement for me. She wants another blanket and a baby outfit in September. I think what made this even more special for me was that she appreciated the value of a hand knitted gift and knew it's worth. That made me happy. It was a very big baby blanket. You can click on the picture for a larger view.
What a difference lighting makes. It's the same blanket. The lighting and angle of the picture makes it seem as if it' two different colors.
Well, now I will have time to post more often on my blog, and knit more often. I just love the craft!
Happy Knitting!
This is a beautiful blanket! Did you create the pattern yourself? I would love to make this blanket.
Posted by: Nicol | July 19, 2008 at 10:18 AM
greetings! You are soooo welcome! I love your blanket so pretty.
I plan to make a few more items next month, and right not my DH is "Looking" for work, so please feel free to send yarn! {My favorite is cotton/ or Red Heart Acrylic} {My least favorite is homespun... hard to work with.}
Have a wonderful July 4th weekend.. :)
Posted by: QueenLi | July 04, 2008 at 12:36 PM
Hey! I'm glad you had a good final day at work. I quit my old job in January and it really was the best thing for me.
Glad to see you are posting again. I was about to send up an SOS for you.
Posted by: Mariposa | June 30, 2008 at 08:37 AM