New old job

Someone told me once that it usually takes about 6 months to know if a job is a good fit or not. I've had my current job for about 8 months now and really couldn't be happier. Instead of constantly thinking about an escape plan, as I did with my last job, I'm now thinking about how long I can make it last. So, when the opportunity came up to switch to a full-time position (I had been working as an hourly contractor), I decided to go for it.

I had my first official day on Monday -- an all-day orientation to learn about the company I've been at for almost a year :) -- and now it's back to business as usual. Nothing has really changed with my day-to-day job responsibilities. I have the word "manager" in my title now, even though I really only have to manage myself. I get a blue stripe on my badge and a red parking sticker. I now have to keep track of my vacation days for the year (the one negative thing about making the switch!), but now I get paid for those vacation days ... and holidays. It's worth it. And it's a big company, so there are a million different ways I can grow my career. 

I know part of the reason I'm so happy with this job is that Molly is so happy at school. It's not hard for me to leave on time to pick her up (no end of day crises coming when you least expect it) and I can usually work at home if there's something happening at school, like the Halloween parade tomorrow (pictures to come :)). Just call me ...