After receiving my certification in dental assisting, I was hired at Riverside Dental Care in St. George, Utah in November 2018. The job was a growing time in my life. I learned a lot about myself and what I can do and who I am. However, part of that growing was that dental was not where I needed to be. After 6 months I was let go from the job. In a fast moving job and my first experience at dental, I was found to be a better asset at a smaller office.
My next step I took to the Lord and felt inspired to return to my previous job at SkyWest Airlines, which is where I am now. I have had opportunities already to grow within the position and am enjoying the travel benefits with my husband once more. We had the opportunity to celebrate our two-year anniversary in Honolulu and will be going to Memphis at the end of January. I will be going to see my specialist as well as spend some time celebrating Charles's birthday while exploring Memphis.
(Makapu'u Point Lighthouse, Oahu, HI)
Another growing experience has been Charles and my marriage. We have had our ups and downs with job changes, income trials and I totaled our Lincoln MKZ when I hit a deer on the freeway recently. Life hasn't been easy, but I'm grateful for the growth we have made and know that we can withstand all the struggles that come and remember that our love is never ending.
(totaled Lincoln)
(Our new bug)
A trial I've turned into a challenge and growing experience has been taking care of my health. With me going back to a desk job, I've needed to get up and move around and watch my eating so I don't gain the weight I had before with this job. In July, I made a commitment to start running again and slowly work to lose weight and eventually run a half-marathon by next year. I have ran more than 210 miles since August and have lost 22 pounds. I have never felt so healthy and in shape since maybe high school. I'm excited about my goals and the ability to stay motivated to wake up early and challenge myself to keep going. Our dog, Leo has been a great running partner with me also.
(After running a 5K in the rain)
(Super Leo)
In the church, Charles and I have been called to teach the 8 year olds this next year. Charles has been teaching the 14 and 15 year olds and I have been an assistant librarian. We are excited to have an opportunity to grow together in this new calling.
This year has taught me a lot and I've had my moments of disappointment as I've not always been kind and a great example, but I have to remind myself no one is perfect. I am anxious for my future and know the opportunities that I look forward to will come in time.
(Leo and Charles hiking)
I wish you all a happy new year and I will be updating my blog monthly. I have made the decision I will not be on Facebook more than just once a month to post my blog posts. I've let social media turn me into a not so good person and would like to focus myself on more positive things.
