Calgone Take Me Away

Not sure how many of you remember the commercial that said "Calgone Take Me Away". I am not even sure if that commercial still even exists. Well, today seemed to be one of those days. Wasn't a bad day but I just wished I could be far away on a tropical beach reading a book and sipping on a beverage.

The morning started off very interesting. I feel bad to say I received some news that made me very happy. If you are reading this I don't want you to think I am a horrible person, however I got news that a co-worker turned in their two week notice today. I get a long with all of my co-workers except for this one individual. This person I generally avoid like the plague. For some reason we just don't get along. I know that this person talks to others about me behind my back. And I think it might be that I question this person at times and they don't like that. For the position that this person holds I just feel like they are not the best candidate. There are other staff who feel the same way as I do...so for some this announcement today came as a shock, some were sad, and others were ready to party. Out with the old and in with the new in 2007! Haha! Some good news is that there may already be a replacement candidate in the works that I like very much and really get along with so I m keeping my fingers crossed!

The day progressed and I realized just how much work I must get done before I leave for training in 8 days. I will be gone for 6 days for a regional training event. I then return for 3 weeks to leave for Texas for a national training event. Just when you think things calm down after the holidays I have to kick into high gear for the next semester. Something I have come to realize is that regardless God is in control. I used to get so stressed that everything had to be perfect and now I realize that everything always works out regardless so no need to stress!

This afternoon I attending a funeral for my roommate/best friend's grandfather. It was a nice service and reception. Many spoke of the 78 years of amazing memories that they had with this man. It made me sit back and think a little...What are people going to say at my funeral? When the day comes that I pass on, are people going to speak of good things that I have done? I don't think I am a horrible person but I have always wanted my funeral to be a celebration. Many probably think I am morbid at the age of 23 speaking of my funeral. But when I die I want people to be happy and to laugh at all the stupid things I did and smile as they remember me. I guess the motto lives true...Live Each Day As If It Were Your Last. I want to make lasting impact on the lives of people and I need to look at each day as a new opportunity to invest in others.

Now my evening concludes with relaxing at home...doing some chores...maybe reading a book. These past few days I have just felt different. Felt like I needed some alone time. Seems as if I have been reflecting a lot on the past and where I want to go in the future. Maybe I am being anti-social...maybe it is just that phase of the month where I just need to rest and enjoy life.

Until next time...
Derek