Goodbyes and Hellos

I ended my contracting stint yesterday as I accepted a full time job at another company.  It was hard to say goodbye.  I genuinely liked the people I worked with and the work I was doing.  But a girl's gotta eat and pay bills right?

I promised myself when I took this job, I wouldn't switch anytime soon. Those that know me, know I've worked alot of places.  Some I wasn't happy at, some just gave up with the economy, others I was pissed off and moved on.  But this one I liked, other than it was contracting, with minimal benefits.

When hubby started contracting too, our insurance premiums went skyhigh.  Then the new employer came along, tempting me with 10% 401(k) matching and much lower premium costs.  And an opportunity to lead a team......an offer I couldn't refuse.

So I broke the promise to myself and accepted the job.  I have the pre-job jitters and girgling stomach to go along with it. I'll be fine, I know I will.....I've started over alot. 

This time is bittersweet as I said goodbye to some good people, a casual work environment (I had to go buy all new clothes - oh the pain of that! Thank God I've lost 27 lbs recently!!!) with little pressure and where I knew everyone and everything (well not quite, but close!). 

Wish me luck on Monday!   Diving in headfirst.....