The madness has begun. I spent a better part of my night last night preparing my resumé for the job search. Today I applied for about 7 jobs, and I’m sure that’s just the tip of the iceberg. I also scheduled my CT boards, for which I got audited, adding to the stress of it all. Once I get applications in at more places, the real fun begins.

 I absolutely hate waiting. I am probably the most impatient person I know. When I want something, I want it now and I don’t usually consider or care much at what cost. I do know that waiting to hear back for an interview, and if I’m fortunate to be offered a position, is going to kill me. I know the stress of taking my boards and waiting to hear if I passed not only the exam but the audit as well is going to leave me with the shortest nails a human can possibly have.

 I have a good job in Pittsburgh. I have friends and family here. And yet I’m about to give that all up. For love. This past weekend in Chicago confirmed to me that is where I’m meant to be. Pittsburgh is who I was, but it is not me anymore. Chicago is. And even though I’m scared of all these changes about to happen, I’m ready. Life is too short not to be happy, so I’m no longer waiting for opportunities to come to me. I’m going to be solely responsible for my happiness.

So wish me luck in the upcoming few months, I’m sure as hell going to need it.