Back to ... Uh... Work? Well, paid work anyway.

This past Monday, I finally did it. I pinched my nose, closed my eyes tight, and jumped in. Back into gainful employment, that is.

It's not the kind of job that I really wanted, but it's something I know, something I'm good at, and most importantly, a job that was hiring.

I'm not sure how I'll handle not seeing my children until 730 every weeknight, but I have to say mornings sure are nice. I can get my kids ready for their day and off to school, with plenty of time for relaxing with a few cups of coffee and even a little housework before I have to start getting ready for work at 1130. A pretty good arrangement for a non-morning person such as myself, that's for sure.

As for the work itself, so far, so good. I like my co-workers and my boss, Ed. I like the environment and the customers have been great. 

If there's one thing I've learned from being a parent, wife, homeowner, and member of the human race in general, it's that whenever possible, you have to focus one one obstacle at a time to win each battle as it comes.

My current obstacle: figuring out how to get through a days work without killing my feet.