You see life... is a curious thing

Life is very interesting.... let me explain.

I was promoted this month from being a Barista with Coffee Bean to a Shift Supervisor. Now, working in coffee is not my life long dream, I am building on my resume management experience, which is great. In this promotion it brings me to a new store, yet again. I have come to terms with the fact that the economy is going to be awful for awhile and I need to just deal with it. So I am. I am broadening my spectrum from just field related jobs to all ;) With some proading from my friend, Bekah, I have also applied for the MIT program through Abercrombie and Fitch. WHAT??? Yes, you are reading right... Abercrombie and Fitch. Bekah is currently doing the same program through the sister company, Hollister, and she is making good money( she can eat, put gas in her car, and still be able to have fun once in awhile). I am looking at possibility interviewing the weekend I am home in SLO for my bday. So, then you know the next part... placement. I have asked for San Luis Obispo!!

Why? San Diego is not forever. I know in my heart this is not home, and I can feel it. I go to church and the people are nice. I work because I have to, and so I barely can make bible study mid-week because I end up being the closing shift-supervisor on the night the girls meet. The district I work in is so short in Shift Supervisors, that time off approval is slim to none. I work and see people sparatically, because yes... I know... people are busy. But yet it is kinda depressing. I have alot of time to myself, and it is kinda boring and I miss people. I am learning to be more comfortable by myself. I feel like I am hearing God more and I am being alot more attentative.

I realize even more how blessed I am for the life I have in SLO. I know that makes it sound like I am not trying in San Diego, and that is really not the case. I have amazing friends whom are so much like family. I have my bestie Amanda, and I don't know what I would do without her. Kristi who I see more like an older sister. I have Genessa when I am bumming out and stressed and she is so encouraging, and having fun with Maddie, and learning why I should not try to fix my computer myself from Brian because we all know in actuality I don't know what I am doing ;) I have a church where people are so sweet and have a genuine care, and that is something I am trying to establish here. I have my "little brother" (honorary) Kevin who is so awesome and fun and Susee.... God is showing me how blessed I am for them, and praying for them daily. With Scott in the mix and Carlene, My Eto House girls.... the distance is just heart breaking.

You know the song... Blessed be Your Name.... "You give and take away" He does!!! Once it is gone you ache for something you didn't see the same way.

I am blessed for my roommates here in San Diego, and part of me knows they see the future in my returning home at some point... just waiting for the opportunity. Yeah, I have friends here.... less than three hands full, but I do have some. I am closest with my roommates and Lauren... and seeing Bekah when I can.

So. I am planning ahead but making decisions for today! I am a shift supervisor going to a new store. I am planning on continuing to apply for positions up North, and once it works.... peace. I have had a few people offer me a place to stay while I look for new housing once I return, and can save money. Everything in God's time right?! I am trying to focus on that so I don't become so impatient and anxious, but it is so hard. I gave up on hearing back from the winery. I contacted them for an update and never heard back, so that is fine. I want to work for a company who is excellent in communication, and maybe this is not a full fit for me.

Prayer Requests:
Continue to pray for my friend who was in the car accident. His name is Jonathan Armstrong. Pray for strength, recovery, and comfort.

Pray for Karelisa and Brian as they continue preparation for their wedding.

Pray for my friend Carlene still sick with mono for recovery and strength and also for a job.

My Aunts' dad, Doug, for his surgery to remove a cancerous growth on October 14th.

Pray for my job search--> Right time and the right place.

My finances ;)


Thanks!

Much Love,
Caitlyn