Relief

How do you spell relief? For me, making a decision and declaring it did the trick. Today I made a significant career decision to relieve stress and increase comfort on the job. I've vacillated about this for weeks, and that's added to my stress. So, now the die is cast and I'll go through the steps to transition back to my comfort zone. Am I taking the easy way out? Some would say so. But, this isn't really easy, it's just the right decision for me. I'm waiting for my peace of mind to return. The edgy, jittery, nervous me that I've become will gradually recede and I'll start to enjoy work and life again. I'm ready! What will I do with my renewed energy and free time? I'm committed to pursuing a writing project which will provide me with satisfaction as well as income. I'll take the next few weeks to research and study, to choose the project that is right for me. I know that I really prefer working alone, and writing certainly fits that criteria. Bless my decision and my time. May I make the best use of this second chance.

Crisis

What is crisis? Is it the end of something? Is it the opportunity for something new? It's a choice point. It's a time for self-reflection and growth as transitions are made. I've been in crisis the past few weeks, trying to feel my way in my career. I've taken on more responsibilities, and I'm not entirely comfortable with my new role. Is it really for me? Is it what I'm supposed to be doing? So many questions, so many thoughts, so much stress in the indecision. My goal now is to resolve this crisis and move on to peace. How do I do that? What choices do I need to make? What commitments are needed for happiness? So many questions, so many thoughts, so much indecision. I'm the only one who knows what I need. I'm the only one who knows my truth. I'm the only one who can decide. It's up to me to either commit to where I am or to start the process for change. The time is now.

Storey Time

The name "Storey Time 60" is an apt name for this blog. My maiden name was Storey, and my daughter made me a wonderful plaque for my 60th birthday this year that says "Storey Time." Her creative play on words targeted both my name and my interest in writing. This year and this blog are about me, about who I am at my roots, unclouded by marriage, motherhood, career. Who am I? What do I still want to accomplish in my life? What do I want to do with my time? I choose the thoughts, words, and actions that make up my life. This blog is one choice, a way to rest on the page, to think about what interests me, what calls me, what comes next. This blog is for me.