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Thankfulness
Posted On: 05/24/2008 20:36:36

I have so much in my life to be thankful for.  I have shelter, food, clothing.  I have family and friends.  Although my friends are seven hours away, and I do not get to see them often enough!  I have the Gospel in my life.  I am blessed.

 I am retired through circumstances, not choice.  I feel like I am floating aimlessly...I help my family out by watching their little ones while they work.  As much as I love my family, and as much as I love the little ones, this is not what I would choose to be doing.  It makes me feel good that I am helping them; being of service to them during a time they need it.  But I still feel 'lost' and disconnected.  And I know that I am lucky in my life...that I "want" for nothing.  I guess I do want something, though.  I would love to have my career back.  And that makes me feel selfish.  I just feel like there should be more to my life...



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From: Iggy
05/25/2008 14:48:43

True, have you considered going back to work? You still have many work years ahead of you- you are younger than me I believe ( I am 55). I started a new career at the ripe old age of 52! For two years I worked part-time temp jobs while I took on-line courses toward a new working life.


If I remember right, you are a nurse- certainly it wouldn't take much to get licensed in GA and to get a job there.


Love ya


Iggy

From: Aurorasungem
05/25/2008 09:44:26

Have you ever considered doing volunteer work?  I know there are a lot of places that are always looking for volunteers like museums and similar places.  Maybe you could find something in that direction.  Check around, as there are always things to do.  There are often clubs of one kind or another in most areas too. I know I like the orchid society, but you find something that you like to do and enjoy doing then go look for people who like to do the same things.  It often can be very fun and you learn a lot.  Best of blessings and hope you find something,


Maraleh

From: Tough Grits
05/24/2008 21:22:16

Well, there is more to your life. 


You forgot to mention your daughter who loves you very much, and owes her strong ethics and values to your example.  You are connected to me, your daughter.  I am glad that you are here...and not in Florida.  I guess that makes ME selfish.  You also have two beautiful grandchildren to be connected to here in Georgia.  They need you.  They love you.  Michael's mother died in 1997...and that is a long time to be without a mom.  Luckily, he has you.  So, I guess that makes me and my whole little family selfish...huh? 


But I guess we are being selfish for a worthy cause...YOU. 


Much Love, Eternally...


Tough Grits 


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