I've been struggling for a long time at Bradz salon as their esthy. I was there for two years and I felt like the longer I was there the worse I was treated. There was also a lot of pressure on me since I was the only esthy they had, so I had to be there all the time. When I found out the owners were divorcing in June I decided to give them until October to see how well things worked out. At the end of September I realized that it just wasn't working and things were going from bad to worse. But around that time, I came across a pretty good job offer. I interviewed and Martha, the owner, offered me the job on the spot. Problem was, they weren't opening for another four weeks, so I kept my mouth shut and finished up at Bradz and gave them a week's notice. I am now officially an employee at The Nature Company Salon & Spa!We're new, but we're making things happen. I'm really enjoying my coworkers and my owner, they're all really wonderful. I also love the fact that I'm working with another esthy! I AM NOT ALONE!! It's nice to have backup in case one of us is sick, or needs vacation time. And I really love my esthy coworker. Her name is Brittany and we get along really, really well. And the BEST part about my new job is the fact that I work 2pm to 7pm every day except Sundays and Wednesdays so I get to spend my mornings with Ander! And last but not least, I'll be working less hours and making more money than I was at Bradz. AMAZING!
And secondly, I've been released as Primary Chorister in my ward. I've been doing it for almost two years! I couldn't believe it when they told me, but I knew in my heart it was time to move on. I love those darling kids though, I will miss them terribly. This last Sunday I announced that I wasn't going to be the chorister anymore to my kids and I sent two little girls into tears. One of them was crying so hard she had to be led out of the room. It was absolutely heartbreaking! After my singing time in both Junior and Senior primary I told them all that I would be open for hugs if anyone wanted one. How do I explain? TIDAL. WAVE. OF. CHILDREN. I received hugs from every single child after singing time. I couldn't believe the love those children had for me! I had no idea! I kept telling them that I wasn't dropping off the face of the earth, I'd still see them in the halls, and when they saw me they'd better say hello. After church was over the entire CTR 5 class came into the Primary room and handed me thank you cards. Then the CTR 6 class came and gave me little paper hearts with music notes on them. It was strange that I never felt the need to cry, because the entire day was very touching. I love those kids and would do anything for them. I hope they do keep saying hello to me in the halls because I will miss them a lot. Sort of getting emotional just typing it...
So what am I now, you ask? I've been called as a Mia Maid advisor! And can I be honest? I'm really excited! Some friends of mine who have since moved out of my ward used to be in our Young Women as advisors and they said we have a fantastic group of girls. Mia Maids: 14 and 15 year olds. I'm stoked! I keep praying every night that I'll be a good example to them and that they'll enjoy having me as an advisor. I get to go to my first mutual tomorrow night and I am really looking forward to it! I knew it was only a matter of time until I got called into Young Womens', I think it's going to be a blast!
This time of year is my favorite. I love the holidays, I love the music, I love the feeling in the air, I love spending time with friends and family, and now I have two new things to look forward to. Hooray for the holidays of 2010!
