tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2416483978289413011.post8244989548098907036..comments2023-05-11T06:46:15.198-07:00Comments on Porcelain Rose: Cat, Cormorants, Condo and CloudsGlohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09532995590131801962noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2416483978289413011.post-47482640363324846042009-02-20T00:31:00.000-08:002009-02-20T00:31:00.000-08:00I know exactly how you feel Glo. I have no work/l...I know exactly how you feel Glo. I have no work/life balance at the moment, just work. What you say about the job becoming more familiar is true. I have been in mine for 5 months now and I am finding just a little more time for the things I enjoy, but still not nearly enough. I think getting out and about taking the photos and noticing what is going on in the outside world is important to keep one's sanity. Yes, the black/white cat means business! xLouisehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03800196831833931842noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2416483978289413011.post-60319278215395552432009-02-13T09:15:00.000-08:002009-02-13T09:15:00.000-08:00Oh I see :)Oh I see :)Oliviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04014351759393921274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2416483978289413011.post-52256482416620516032009-02-12T23:54:00.000-08:002009-02-12T23:54:00.000-08:00Hi Liv ~ If you feel confused, imagine how I feel!...Hi Liv ~ If you feel confused, imagine how I feel! haha<BR/><BR/>The "new" job came up when someone retired and I posted into the job, same school district ~ a lateral move with 1 more hour of work per day. I hope I will figure out by the end of June if I'll stay on for the fall term. I really am ready for some time for myself, and this job is much busier than my last one. I have to figure out what's best for me ~ sometimes one change is a step to the next one ~ you know how it is!Glohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09532995590131801962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2416483978289413011.post-81085797208009624022009-02-12T20:05:00.000-08:002009-02-12T20:05:00.000-08:00But you're not thinking of retiring yet, you just ...But you're not thinking of retiring yet, you just got the new job...!<BR/><BR/>Anyway, do keep me posted as I am curious and slightly confused! :)Oliviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04014351759393921274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2416483978289413011.post-24320467544535691222009-02-11T21:29:00.000-08:002009-02-11T21:29:00.000-08:00Hi Liv ~ Thanks for your thoughtful comment:) The...Hi Liv ~ Thanks for your thoughtful comment:) The condos are no where near my work...hence the attraction ;) If I moved, it would be retirement time! Time to do some other things! :) I'll keep you posted. There's lots to do in the meantime to get ready!Glohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09532995590131801962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2416483978289413011.post-68310391851707815472009-02-10T18:11:00.000-08:002009-02-10T18:11:00.000-08:00Well, Glo, I want to wish you all the best with yo...Well, Glo, I want to wish you all the best with your new plans to rearrange your priorities.<BR/><BR/>It's true that when the family is gone, it is time to move forward, on to your own life - do all the living you didn't do before. And with your work hours increasing, you don't want to expend more time working on the house, you need to take some leisure.<BR/><BR/>You say you drove a couple of hours. Are the condos near to work? You don't want an unmanageable commute...Oliviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04014351759393921274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2416483978289413011.post-36707932714204161442009-02-10T17:08:00.000-08:002009-02-10T17:08:00.000-08:00Selby ~ Hi ~ I'm glad you like Mr. Skulky ~ I thin...Selby ~ Hi ~ I'm glad you like Mr. Skulky ~ I think he leaves feathers in his path, though!! <BR/><BR/>Flighty ~ Yes, thanks, it was an enjoyable Sunday. I think 'prowler' describes Mr. Skulky purrfectly! There are other cats in the neighbourhood that I hope to take photos of eventually. My trip has given me lots to think about...<BR/><BR/>I thought you'd like that black and white cat Nikki! Before I left my job and posted into the other, I was considering retirement ~ and still am. However, I would have a lot of sorting out today before selling my house ~ so it's not as easy as just up and moving. This complex I was looking at had a pool, workout area, etc. and wonderful seaside walks. It sure sounds like it would be a great alternative to working!!<BR/><BR/>Liv ~ Blimey indeed ;) I am quite comfortable where I live, however I seem to spend most of my time either working at work, or working at home maintaining etc. ~ and I have been doing this for years. Now that my family has grown and I'm on my own, I think it would be good to find somewhere easier to care for, and get out and enjoy myself! This new job has made me realize that I am indoors a lot of the time ~ working.Glohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09532995590131801962noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2416483978289413011.post-36057337413488316482009-02-09T13:36:00.000-08:002009-02-09T13:36:00.000-08:00Blimey, I seem to have inspired a couple of people...Blimey, I seem to have inspired a couple of people already.<BR/><BR/>It's interesting that people are seeing much more meaning in my DC move than they even did my NYC move.<BR/><BR/>Anyway, are you simplifying/downsizing to give yourself less work outside of work?Oliviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04014351759393921274noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2416483978289413011.post-58648184774017568002009-02-09T11:38:00.000-08:002009-02-09T11:38:00.000-08:00I agree with Selba - what a handsome cat. You see...I agree with Selba - what a handsome cat. You seem very open to change, Glo - and the move will simply life a bit for you?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2416483978289413011.post-72029099235482997022009-02-09T09:54:00.000-08:002009-02-09T09:54:00.000-08:00It's nice to read, and see, that you had an enjoya...It's nice to read, and see, that you had an enjoyable day out yesterday.<BR/>Mr Skulky looks to be a bit of a prowler with a glint in his eyes!<BR/>I hope that your buoyed spirits last you through the week. xxAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2416483978289413011.post-28463020984087732012009-02-09T01:31:00.000-08:002009-02-09T01:31:00.000-08:00Mr. Skulky looks so handsome especially with his b...Mr. Skulky looks so handsome especially with his beautiful white gloves and shoes :)<BR/><BR/>Love black cats!!!Selbahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07928176267795475683noreply@blogger.com