The other day, I was sitting at my computer, typing away on I can't remember what, when a co-worker stuck his head in the door and made the comment "what are you smiling about...you look so happy in here." That was his kind way of saying - "hey, you look like the village idiot sitting there, smiling away at your computer" but I had no awareness of what I was doing until he called me on it. And I wasn't working on anything in particular that brought a smile to my face. The simple fact was...and is, I am happy to be where I am at. It was so refreshing to me to have that brought to my attention and I think he got a kick out of it too. After all, it doesn't seem that long ago that the only lines etched on my face were lines of stress, and smiles were reserved for weekends and holidays.
Everyone knows that you shouldn't climb a ladder without the proper support. You also shouldn't climb a ladder that is poorly put together or makeshift in any way. And I suppose, once you get to a certain age...you shouldn't get on a ladder at all. Leave that to the younger crowd. Yet here I am, climbing a brand new ladder and I am HAVING FUN. There are new things to learn, friendships to make and relationships to build. I have already noticed that this ladder is very sturdy, and much thought has gone into its construction. There is nothing makeshift or "pretend" about the ladder. The people that surround me are holding it steady as I learn. I am on a solid foundation and when I let go of one rung to reach for the next (and yes, I already am doing that), things don't go all shaky on me. My support is right where it began when I started. What a great feeling.
One of the best things about my "new ladder" is that it gets put away every night. I am not carting this ladder all over the country, setting it up against different buildings every day. I just leave it in my corner office (beautiful view) and hop back on it the next morning.
Some things that I have enjoyed in the past, are now being reintroduced as "firsts" in this new setting and the team building opportunities are amazing! Twenty-eight days in and I already feel right at home.
And home is the key word! I am home, In Austin, at work and with my family every night. I don't know everything but this much I know for sure...God does not guide where He does not provide.
Until next time,
#howdoyoupronouncekari?
#orhowdoI?
your pal,
Kari
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