Things are beginning to come together, now that fall is beginning to feel a bit more like winter. Yes, I said it. You can officially blame the first snowfall on me now.
By "together" I mean some of the little pieces of the life I think I want to have are starting to form themselves into something tangible, something real. I'll try and explain this. I've been back to work for a couple months now and I'm starting to feel like the routine I've reestablished is feeling more and more sustainable.
During my time off, I really wanted to regain some balance in my life. Some ideal combination of satisfaction with my work, things that I enjoy and get energy from and of course my personal relationships. So far, things are feeling pretty good.
I'm starting my new job Monday and I'm really excited about the opportunity I think it will bring. I get to lead a group of six young and talented people and truly build the kind of culture and team environment I myself crave at work. To be sure, there's a huge learning curve ahead of me - no way around that. But I'm 100% committed to putting my shoulder to the wheel and working as hard as needed to become proficient in the technical aspects of the work. I'm confident that my ability to work with people on issues of importance to them will be a huge help getting me started. And I know I have lots of colleagues who'll support my transition and be true friends, and that means absolutely everything.
I'm having a great time with my two passions away from work: radio and hockey. The show is an absolute blast, and although I'm still struggling a bit with my sleep at times, the enjoyment and anticipation of each weekly episode keeps me jazzed up like nothing else. Hockey remains something that I also look forward to and get lots of juice from. Our team has struggled at times to keep a full roster on the ice, but I love the guys on the team and we all pull together and have fun regardless of the score. And since I don't see a lot of guys my age still tending goal, I'm movitivated to enjoy this ride as long as I can.
The last but most important part of my life feels like it's in a good place too. Priscilla is back with us and we're a family all over again. It is so wonderful to go out together and just talk and laugh and enjoy each others' company. I know we all look forward to connecting at the end of the day and sharing stories or adventures on the weekends. Tonya seems to have found her stride at work too, and although each day brings new challenges, I think she's happy to be back in the action when all's said and done. We're thinking of a special trip out west during Christmastime, and that would be something memorable.
So, for now, life is pretty damned satisfying. And for as long as I can say that, I'll celebrate each and every day like it's my last. I truly hope I feel this way until my days are done.
