The last month has been a whirlwind of activity for me. My last post talked about my interview suit. Well, I got the job! I'll now be working in the area of Project Management on Telematics. For those who are unfamiliar,
Telematics is the combination of telecommunications (think getting info via phone or modem) with infomatics. It usually includes GPS info (where in the world is ...). I'm thrilled with my new job and my new group. This is the first time I've taken a position where "Engineer" isn't in my title.
Another thrill of this job is that it is MUCH closer to my family. Now instead of being 2 hours, I'm 1/2 hour! Plus, this puts me closer to the city. I found a wonderful place to live that's cozy. The house was built in the 50's and all my collectible antiques look like they were made for this house. The neighborhood is great! I think I just may have Trick-or-Treaters this year.
I do find that I'm having to significantly re-adjust my "autopilot" or frame of reference. No, it doesn't just automatically change when you move! I keep having to remind myself which exit is "mine" and re-think how I'm going to drive home from work or from my parents. I love it, but I've been through a ton of change. The furry girls are still getting used to things also. But, they're quite adjusted now. They've even gone outside for the day and didn't forget to come home.
So, now that I've made all the changes, I'll be getting back to my regular blogging and creations. The Etsy store has been great! We sold a pair of Yank's shoes (spiderweb pumps) and the Trouble skirt went. I'm really pleased that we've been able to bring some funky and unusual pieces of wearable art to the greater web community.
Halloween is Wednesday and Bananan, Torgmeister, & I dressed as a Wild West Trio. I was crazy enough to create a Saloon Girl look just for the Saturday before Halloween bar hopping. I'll be getting photos soon. Wait until you see - I created a head to toe look. We loved our costumes so much that we MUST have a Wild West party next year. Maybe it could be our MardiGras theme...
In addition to the Saloon Girl costume, Bananan & I dressed as a James Bond movie theme for our Charity Costume Contest at work. Both dressed as kitties (ears, tails, masks, faux 60's hair, leopard print shirts and black skirts), she had "O-C" & I had "-T-O" on back of our shirts. Can you guess what we were? Well, we WON! 1st prize = James Bond edition of "Scene It!" I can't wait to play.
So, even more fun was I joined the band in my new division for the kick off rally of our Charity week. One week after I started my new job I dressed as a bond girl/Nancy Sinatra-esque and sang spy songs as the Lead Singer of the band! What a way to introduce myself to all my new IT co-workers. Geeks are cool! Now, everyone there knows me. That was a great way to introduce myself. Me, shy? Never!
