preface

Hello!

I'm trying to find some sort of direction in my life, and I thought that a blog would be a good place to start. At the very least, I figured it would give me some accountability. In order to have enough content to make regular posts, I'll have to keep focused on my goal of self-growth.

If someone asked me where I'd like to be in ten years, I really couldn't provide a full answer. Of course, there's the standard "big house, nice car" answer, but those are material things. I'm talking about a fulfilling career... not necessarily financially, but one that I enjoy and that makes a difference.

I've recently made some big changes in my life, and although they were difficult, they've put me in a situation where I am very happy. I have a job that pays the bills, a happy relationship, a supportive group of friends and family, good health, and an assortment of hobbies that give me enjoyment in my down time. With all of these ducks in a row, I can focus on discovering my calling in life.

What spurred all this thought, you asked? I've read a few books over the past several weeks that have been very enlightening and have caused me to reflect upon my life and how I can draw more out of it. I'll get into each book a little more in future posts.

At this point, I have a pretty full life. I have a full-time job at a local law firm which occupies most of my days. I'm a cardio-addict... I'm at the gym more days than not, and I do some of my best thinking while working out. I take the bus to work every day, and began to tire of the repetitive ads posted above the seats, so I decided to take up reading again. I've just recently started drafting a novel which I hope to finish, if I can decide where it's going. I catch rides on other people's horses when I can since I no longer have one of my own. I have a dog who lives with my parents, but between visiting him and spending time with my boyfriend's dog (both are extraordinarily sooky), I get my dog fix. There's lots more to my life, but I'll share those tidbits as I go along.

Oh! ...and I like to bake, so check back for photos and reviews of delicious baked goods.