decisions, decisions

so i got this new job right, and one of the most important adjustment that always needs to be made at any new location...the bathroom. most importantly the stall.


i'm not alone. my husband has been known to go home at lunch because he can't find a suitable seat to occupy himself during life most important business.

the last 2 jobs i had didn't leave much option, 1 toilet, no choice, adapt or die. now, i have a complete row of options...and if i don't like the second floor, i can go down to the first. the issue of rear comforts is a serious deal, not to be poo poo'ed at (haha, get it).

i've spent the last 2 weeks finding that perfect seat. there are several things to consider, location (generally, the stall closest to the door is the cleanest), lighting, availability of tp, flushing quirks with the toilet, craftsmanship of the seat or any defects, space/roominess. i've tested most of them, and think i have found a new home for my posterior, that is until someone else is keeping my seat company, then i have to relocate. did you know there is a completely different set of bathroom etiquette for multiple stalls, and seating location when multiple people are occupying the facilities?

saying goodbye

so i posted about 2 months ago that i was leaving my job. after a strange twist of events, and a few answered prayers, i am happy to say that i have a new job that will start on may 5th.

last friday at our company staff meeting, everyone had gathered around a huge table with written notes to me...about what they appreciated about me, and their wish for me. it was kind of overwhelming and a bit surreal even...to hear people talk about you in a positive way. words like "compassionate" and "genuine" and "self aware" and "authentic" and "encouraging" were used. me? authentic and genuine? me? positive and encouraging? have we really met?

i've never thought about myself like that. i usually think of mildly pessimistic, selfish, and not flexible.

i was also greeted with great well wishes..for the happinesses of my heart, for the joys of parenthood, for all my dreams to come true. one of the cool things about my company is that we shared our dreams with each other, so the well wishes were authentic.

it's hard to say goodbye to folks who have been like family to me. it's easier knowing that they wish me well and that i will be missed.