A New Decade…A New Adventure
August 4, 2008 9:34 pm ElizabethAs most of you know, today is my 30th birthday. And don’t worry — it’s not the “forbidden subject” around me. I like turning 30. Joe planned a fabulous weekend for us. He arranged to have Nicholas spend the night at Grandma & Grandpa LaGreca’s Friday night (my 1st night away from him!!!) Joe had reservations at Chez Loma in Coronado (cute little French bistro). Yummy. And, it was so nice to enjoy a meal together without worrying about the little dude (as much as we love him, it sure is nice to have one night off). After dinner, Joe arranged for us to spend the night on a sailboat (a good friend of ours’ boat). FUN! We walked around the docks and hung out on the boat. It’s great to wake up to the calm water and the overcast bay. just as we were getting up, Miller arrived with her boyfriend, Rick & we all went to breakfast (what a GREAT surprise!)
Around 1pm, we headed back to get Nicholas and found a house FULL of people – a surprise birthday party for me! Cake and ice cream for everyone! It was a great weekend. I enjoyed having some quiet time with Joe..and I enjoyed having a house full of people – the perfect mix on my birthday.
Like I said, I like turning 30. And, as one of my good friends said “it beats the alternative.” A good way to look at it (if you are having a hard time with a birthday).
So – that is the new decade……..wondering what the “new adventure” is? Unfortunately, when I got into the office this morning there was a very big announcement waiting in my inbox. HSBC has decided to shut down the Auto Finance division as of August 11th (Next Monday!). I will be out of job in a few weeks. Joe and I are heading to Buffalo on Wednesday morning for a week and a half. I will probably come back, finish up a few loose ends at the office, and then my 4 1/2 years at HSBC will come to an end.
It was a sad morning. My heart goes out to all my friends at work. Luckily, Joe forced me to get my resume updated a few weeks ago and I have already talked to a recruiter. I know I will land on my feet, and until then, I get to spend some time with my boys….the new adventure begins…
Rebecca :
Date: August 4, 2008 @ 9:55 pm
Happy Birthday my dear! We love you and are praying for you as you start your new adventure.
Jen Martinez :
Date: August 5, 2008 @ 5:13 pm
I have a card for you that will be in your mailbox awaiting your return home. Happy birthday girlie!! A new decade and definitely a new adventure. You guys are always in our thoughts and prayers. Enjoy your time with family back east and we’ll catch up when you return. Please let me know if I can do anything.
Melissa :
Date: August 5, 2008 @ 6:37 pm
Birthdays and sailboats – what could be better?! It sounds like you had a fantastic celebration. I really am sorry to hear about things at work. For someone as talented as you though, I know you will land something great.
Kristi :
Date: August 6, 2008 @ 9:20 am
Wow what an awesome birthday celebration. Sounds like Joe did a great job with the surprise party…just like you did for him. And a night on a sailboat…I am jealous.
GL with the job, I know you will land on your feet. We will see you this weekend! Can’t wait!
The Meyer Family :
Date: August 7, 2008 @ 9:59 pm
What a great birthday! I am sure it will be one you always remember. Plus I am sure you will find a new job that you love!!!
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