I sure started the year off with a bang. I left my job, took a leap of faith, and entered unchartered territory for me – the world of unemployment.

I wasn’t sure how long my unemployment would last. Would it be a month? Two? Hopefully not more than two…

How fortunate am I that my old position at ACS was open and that I was a invited to return? Unemployment lasted less than two weeks and I’m excited to have returned as Advancement and Marketing Director. 7 months ago I didn’t think I’d find my way back to ACS so soon (it’s true for many that you never really leave ACS), but here I am, back for the reunion tour (kudos to Kendall for that one).

The commute isn’t ideal. BUT in the last half-year, I’ve learned what is important to me in a job and in life. And I’ve decided sitting in traffic is a small price to pay for happiness.

I’m so blessed to have gotten a job so soon. I realize how fortunate I am and am so thankful that things worked out for my family and me.