Lightweight
The last day of the last job is over now. I left last Friday. The long hell that started back last November, seems to be almost over. It has not sunk in yet. I am not sure yet what to do with myself. I mean I know on big-picture terms. But not on daily life. Feeling very weightless and a little bewildered. Lifting of that great load has made me a little giddy. 
There were so many good-byes on Friday. It made me quite sad. Looks like more people liked me that I knew. I got job references from a few higher management folks. Then many have told me that I would have a job here any time I want to return. Well, maybe not really, but still nice of them to say it. Had a few lunch outings. One pending on this week. There is a gang of girls who could not take me out for lunch. So they have decided to treat me with a weekend getaway. So sweet of them. My team presented me with a hefty gift voucher of a very good book store. It was so sweet of them to remember my penchant for reading.
Well, now on life onwards. I need to get thin. Reduce my blood sugar level. I need to study for the certification. Or just have fun during this break. I am trying to go on a small trip with mom. It is difficult to move her though. Anyway, we are definitely going on a day trip to a forest nearby. One can see many tigers there. I will show you photos. They let you enter the forest only in a covered car under heavy escorting. And the entrance to the forest is like a supermarket. So not much hope of soaking up some peace there. They also have options of letting people spend nights in log huts but I should have tried that while R was there. Also planning on another trip which is a package tour. It sort of has it all - gorgeous beach, lovely backwaters, deep forests and high hills.
I am planning to catch up with all your blogs today. Lots of love to you all.
anngirl said,
September 1, 2008 @ 3:12 pm
A much deserved break for you Ms. Ini - leaving the past behind and face hopeful to the shining glow of the future.
Love it.
You have a wonderful vacation with Moms and keep us posted as to the adventures of your new life.
It’s like getting a second chance huh? Another opportunity to create joy in your life despite having been put through hell.
xo darlin’ - xo!
tjnorth said,
September 8, 2008 @ 6:01 pm
Congratulations on making decisions that will get you into a better place! So much harder to make changes like you are doing, than to sit still and wallow. And you left on a high note and are in motion on your terms. Yay you!
soclose said,
September 9, 2008 @ 12:43 pm
I’m spending most of today just getting caught up…..hope you are enjoying the break you are having and doing well.
ellabella said,
September 11, 2008 @ 11:01 pm
Well, Ini, I’m glad to have finally tracked you down! It sounds like big changes are happening, and it also sounds like they’re the GOOD sort of changes. Enjoy your new freedom - I’m so glad you’ve made that space for yourself. Now, time to put the past behind you and go forward bravely into your new life. Please keep us informed of your adventures. AND I’m so glad that you’re a computer whiz and will know how to post pictures on this horrible blog program. I surely can’t.
Big hugs -
Z
islandgrl said,
September 12, 2008 @ 6:15 pm
Thinking of you, and hoping all is well
anngirl said,
September 17, 2008 @ 2:03 pm
Ok Ini - where are you? Come back if just for a moment to let us know how you’re doing….
xoxoxoxoxoxo
soclose said,
September 19, 2008 @ 8:29 pm
TIME TO CHECK IN!!!
round said,
September 21, 2008 @ 2:31 pm
Hi Ini,
Hope all the changes are going well for you, and even if not I’d love to hear how you’re doing and maybe offer some sympathy and a shoulder to cry on…
Hugs to you
anngirl said,
October 1, 2008 @ 1:48 am
Hey ini -
it’s been a while now missy -
time to say hello again and let us all know that you are doing alright.
sending love
Annie.
xoxoooxoxxo