Sunday, May 30, 2010

What's Happening in Shellworld?

Wow! It's been almost exactly six months since my last post. I didn't even recognize my last post until I re-read the entire thing!

A lot has happened since January 3rd. I have a new job, a new business, an almost-graduated son, a contract on our house in Caldwell, and a ton of insite into my life that I cannot possibly explain in one post. Youngest son has been the biggest rebel to get to this point of almost-graduating! Suffice it to say that his graduation and stepping into adulthood has not been an easy row to hoe.

My new job and business is in financial services. I went to work in an insurance office that offered me flexibility, the opportunity to make my own money, and a great opportunity to help others learn to manage their finances. I'm very excited about it and ready to get the ball rolling!

The sale of the house and land has been unusually challenging. D balked on signing the contract for weeks, even when told he was crazy for not taking the offer. But he finally decided that he could commit, and now we are about 60 days away from leaving this place that has been such a strain on my faith and my marriage.

I have been reading a lot, searching for answers to all of life's questions. I have read several books that suggest meditation, and I am seriously considering how to begin this practice. Any ideas?!

The latest book, Eat Pray Love, has me dreaming of travel. I haven't had an actual adventure in ages! If you've read the book, let me know. I am so eager to discuss it with someone who's read it. I loved the premise and could only dream of having the freedom to make such a journey to find myself.

It also re-affirmed my desire to share my thoughts on life; to write and become a writer. I don't know any better way to begin than to re-commit to my blog right here! I'm so envious of the lives of all of the people who've taken some aspect of their lives and parlayed them into a best-selling book. Even the guy who writes about the random belligerance of his dad, SHITMYDADSAYS, is on a book tour! Who'd a thunk that?!

I'd enjoy your thoughts on the matter.

Love, Shell