I'm going back to work...retirement is over on Sept. 17th!

[Raven]

Somehow the reality hit me today, maybe because it's Labor Day, I don't know. There was an ad for a Planning Director in a small town near me that is experiencing a lot of development pressure. I applied and got the job.

I've been retired since 2003. I spent a lot of time with my mother who wasn't well, learned to paint, got involved politically and built a house. Mom has passed away and the house is done. I'm still doing the political stuff and still painting but I've had time on my hands and I've been restless.

I thought about practicing law again or volunteering for battered women or for kids. My problem with that is that I know myself well enough to know I'd bring that home with me everyday. This job is bricks and mortar and I think I'll be able to leave it at the office, we'll see.

Today I have butterflies. I gave all my work clothes away and haven't worn dress shoes in 4 years. It feels like starting all over again. I'm second guessing myself and wondering if I can really do this.

[lizziegrace]

1. All the best to you!

This isn't a "I have to work" situation for you, so I'm guessing you'll be able to leave it at the office. I work in an industry that is very contrary to my beliefs, but survival trumps all in this case. I try to find balance by volunteering and being creative outside work hours.

You'll be great. :)

[lost-in-nj]

2. Of course you can do it.....

You applied for the job knowing deep down, you can do it.....

Buy comfy dress shoes and pantsuits.....
Have fun with it!!!!!


And CONGRATS!!!!! on getting the job
(see they think you can do it to!!)



:toast: :hi:


lost

[Droopy]

3. You can do it!

I'm not sure why you want to though. :) I dream of the day when I won't have to do anything if I don't want to. I got my lottery ticket!

[billyoc]

4. They need you, you don't need them.

They're lucky to have you. :hi: