25 Responses to “Time for a Change”

1. Change is inevitable. My life has taken on more changes than I care to discuss, but they have all made me a better person. I think our country needs a change, as much a we personally do.

   I have to make a big decision that will change my direction as far as an unpublished author. I have several (5) appointments at the Lori Foster/Diane Castell Get Together in early June with different editors to pitch my book. Unfortunately, my friend that was supposed to go with me has backed out and I don’t know what to do. I can still go but the cost of the trip is doubled and since we have a family vacation scheduled to start the day I come back, the extra money would be a hardship. I’m undecided on what to do, and I know that whatever decision I make will cause a major change in my life, both personally and professionally.

   Okay that is my take on change. LOL Any advice? I will take all I can get.

   by Patty L. on May 7th, 2008 at 11:01 am
   
   

2. Recently no, but I have to admit that when change comes my way I have to work myself up to it! I need time to adjust!!!

   by Colleen on May 7th, 2008 at 11:56 am
   
   

3. I have had to make necessary changes that occurred suddenly when my young husband died last summer. This year has been an adjustment for our family but it has strengthened me in many ways and made me aware of how short and fleeting life is.

   by ruth on May 7th, 2008 at 1:00 pm
   
   

4. I must admit I am a ‘creature of habit’. and do not take well to changes. Unfortunately, my life has been full of changes I have either had to adapt to or get left behind. One big change was when the company I worked at for almost twenty years decided to move out of state, the employees either had to move also or leave their jobs behind. Moving to a new state was quite a challenge for me as I left everything familiar and had to start over in a place I had never been before in my life. Needless to say, I survived and grew to love my new home and all the people I met and become friends with. Another huge change came after my move to a new state when they found my husband had cancer and was given only months to live. We had no family here, but with our new friends and flexibility given by my employers, we made our last months together quality time. It was a very difficult time, but I did survive and gained much strength and a strong will to go on.

   by Shari C on May 7th, 2008 at 1:21 pm
   
   

5. Adjusting to change has become a necessity but when I was younger it was much easier to stay within my comfort zone. I realize now that this was an easy way to avoid dealing with changes of any type. It is important to be flexible and willing to change and to accept changes. I had to do this when we moved away from my roots, and begin a new life in another country. I have never regretted this at all. It was the best thing to happen in years.

   by anne on May 7th, 2008 at 1:47 pm
   
   

6. Recently, at the age of “way over the hill”, I found myself single (not by choice). After not having worked for many years, I had to get back into the work force. This isn’t an easy thing since technology has changed drastically since the 60’s! Another big change was living alone. That was probably the biggest adjustment. Moving back near my grown kids has helped somewhat, but being alone is a real bummer. But I did find a job as a caregiver, so that’s one thing taken care of. To get out and about and make new friends is a bit intimidating but something I’m gonna have to do. They say change makes you stronger. What I wanna know is who’s “THEY”?

   by DeeAnn on May 7th, 2008 at 1:50 pm
   
   

7. I had never had the opportunity to travel. Since I had been a student and then began a job it was important to work. Nothing else mattered in life. Travel was not an option to anyone and everyone as it is now. I have since learned that travel encompasses a great deal of wonderful enjoyment, broadens my horizons and provides an amazing experience that I wish I had done way earlier in life. This is new for me but not too difficult to accept.

   by ellie on May 7th, 2008 at 1:56 pm
   
   

8. I had been out of the workforce for many years but due to difficulties and problems it became obvious that I would have to get a job. This was a daunting and intimidating task since I was inexperienced and a novice. I was fortunate enough to obtain employment with a large firm that had relocated to town and they provided excellent training as well as wonderful benefits. This has been quite an experience but has worked out well and I know now that I can withstand anything that comes along.

   by alissa on May 7th, 2008 at 2:01 pm
   
   

9. The biggest change I have made recently was moving from the country(where I had lived all of my life) to the city to be closer to medical facilities.

   by Estella on May 7th, 2008 at 3:11 pm
   
   

10. not seeing firends as much, they are busy with their own lives and kids and u are single lol. so u don;t get to see them as much.

    by kim h on May 7th, 2008 at 3:20 pm
    
    

11. Hm, recently, no big change to me… an internship ended… it’s week 2 of finals… I did decide to take summer classes for the first time in my life. Ironic I avoided them/managed to escape them all through HS and undergrad, and at the last possible “opportunity” I go for it. At the end of the month, I’m moving out of my apartment… [and thank God for that.]
    Otherwise… I’ll pretty much have to start job hunting in the fall. I don’t know if that’s a “change” per se, but I think I’m pretty thankful things are relatively static right now.

    by limecello on May 7th, 2008 at 4:06 pm
    
    

12. We are making small changes. We are really trying to change to more energy effecient ways of doing things. We are changing light bulbs, bringing our own bags to the supermarket and trying to drive less.

    by Maureen on May 7th, 2008 at 5:36 pm
    
    

13. I’ve always been a big fan of “change.” There was a time when I would change apartments every year or, if I couldn’t change the house, I’d rearrange ALL the furniture. I’ve quit a job, moved across the country without knowing anyone or having a job there. Lately, since I’ve retired, I’ve started remodeling in the house and changing the landscaping. THREE CHEERS FOR CHANGE!!

    by Byrdloves2read on May 7th, 2008 at 6:33 pm
    
    

14. I’ve always hated change and stayed with things I shouldn’t have. Most changes are ones I have nothing to do with. My oldest is getting married at the end of July and my other daughter is moving out to attend college but opted for off campus and a yearly lease so empty nest syndrome will be upon me soon. I had my children late so I feel I’m way to old to start a job after being out of the business world for over 24 years with my job being obsolete in these days of technology.

    by catslady on May 7th, 2008 at 7:38 pm
    
    

15. I don’t like big changes so I don’t make too many. But one that I did make was many years ago when I moved away from my hometown and my parents to a new town.

    by Linda F on May 7th, 2008 at 9:24 pm
    
    

16. I am ready for a big change and have been looking for a new job. I’ve been at my current job 13 yrs, but want a fresh start.

    by Dina on May 7th, 2008 at 10:40 pm
    
    

17. My condolences to your and your family, Ruth.

    As for me no big changes right now but in November I will be a grandma for the first time - we are so excited and that will be a big change in our family - definitely a welcome one.

    by Pat L. on May 7th, 2008 at 11:00 pm
    
    

18. I have tried making changes in the past. I lost a job I had for over 20 years due to plant shutdowns. Then went to another place and it shutdown after a year. So I went to school for a totally different career, so far it hasn’t worked out. Not even sure I like the career that I chose, or havn’t quite found the right job. Who knows but I havn’t gave up on it yet.

    by Virginia H. on May 8th, 2008 at 12:00 am
    
    

19. My time for a change was 1980. I left a bad marriage and got a job in a factory. Three kids to support. Looking back I don’t know how I did it, except for “you do what you have to do.”

    by Karen B on May 8th, 2008 at 12:37 pm
    
    

20. my big change came when they were downsizing at my job; I couldn’t live on a few hrs. a week so decided to move a province away back to my home. I took on an apartment manager job and looked for another one which I did not find. Shortly after I met my now dh and when we married 7 months later we moved to his place of employment.
    It was scary at first and almost every tenant tried to ‘use’ me such as “my light bulb is burnt out in the kitchen, could you change it”. Ah NO, we don’t give lightbulbs away to tenants. That is your responsibility.

    by RobynL on May 8th, 2008 at 3:15 pm
    
    

21. My big change came when I was laid off from my full-time, plus over-time job of 18 years in 2003 from an architectural firm. It was a big shock! Then, just 3 months after Iwas laid off my husband lost his job also. It was a bad time for us. Luckily our house is paid off so we didn’t have a big mortgage hanging over our heads.

    I was lucky just 6 months later I found a part-time job at an office/art supply store. I absolutely love working there! My boss is great, the hours are fantastic, and I love what I do! I have always loved art so I think it was meant to be. Change sometimes comes in the weirdest ways. My husband was able to finish working on obtaining his BS degree in Engineering. So it all worked out for the best!

    by Melis L. on May 8th, 2008 at 11:29 pm
    
    

22. I know how hard it is to step out of your comfort zone. I have worked for the same company for 25 years. I have never had any management aspirations. I had been very happy with my position in the department, which was a mid-level supervisory associate position. Very ‘hands-on’…training, troubleshooting, go-to person for questions…stuff like that.
    I had to decide whether to apply for (and most likely get) the open managers position in our area or to let it be filled outside the department by someone who wouldn’t have a clue as to what the day to day functions of the area were. Like our last manager. When department morale hit rock-bottom.
    I didn’t really want the job, but I just couldn’t handle knowing what I would be settting my co-workers up for if I didn’t at least apply. Well, I did apply and I got the position. It has been frustrating and challenging and has shaken me out of my comfort zone considerably. There are days when I wish I had never applied, but there are days when our team accomplishes an important task or meets a critical goal that makes it all worthwhile.
    I am still functioning outside my comfort level at times, but I don’t really regret it!
    So, if you are comtemplating a change, I say GO FOR IT!!! AND DON”T LOOK BACK!!

    by Angie-la on May 9th, 2008 at 11:38 am
    
    

23. Thanks so much for your great comments. Change is anything but easy as I can see from your repsonses. All the best to all of you in your times of change! The winner is Angie-la. Please contact me. Until next time! Karen

    by Karen on May 12th, 2008 at 3:38 pm
    
    

24. wtg angie la

    by kim h on May 12th, 2008 at 9:24 pm
    
    

25. Thanks so much Karen!
    I’m sending an email today!!

    by Angie-la on May 15th, 2008 at 8:18 pm