- This weekend I got my tree. It was from the same place as last year - a tree farm that went to seed. This translates to walking around looking at 30’ tall trees trying to see which one has the best top. When we cut down mine (Cameron helped me pick it out), there was a scared mouse in the top holding on for dear life! This year I put up the 10’ tall tree that is nice and skinny and fits neatly between the two chairs in my living room - right in front of the TV. Simple fix - relocated the TV to a side table.
- Last week I had a meeting with the energy committee for my town. We were discussing several things, including my pet project of the revolving fund. It’s been slowly moving and we’re looking into chasing down some grant money. At the meeting I was tickled pink when I found out that some money the town is receiving is being considered for starting the fund! It’s all about laying the ground work and getting the idea out there. Next up is getting the particulars straightened out and in writing - that’s my project for over the holidays. I’m so excited to see this project turn into reality.
- I’ve had two positive reinforcements at work over the last several days. One instance was one of the principals voicing where they saw me in the next few years - much higher level. The other was an issue had come up that was outside of my department, but somewhat connected. I was the person called in with the big-wigs to figure out how to address the issue and solve the problem. Great positive reinforcement.
- I got into work early this morning and was rewarded with a solution to a problem that was wearing me down. I’m so behind on Christmas gifts this year. I’m empty handed for some folks and the ideas I had fell through. I hate this position as I’m used to having everything bought way before thanksgiving. Talking with a coworker this morning he mentioned what he got his parents. I realized the same gift would work great for my dad and step-mother. Nice and simple and easy to order online.
- Remember the days of Abu Dhabi? I used to fly out there on a quarterly basis for work. This new job has me jet setting but a bit less - some around the country and then the trip down to Costa Rica. Next up - Kazakhstan! I just got a call this morning that the contract is being sent through and the project will be starting up in the new year. How exciting! It’s been in development for several months so won’t count the eggs until the ticket is bought.
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