Changes

Yesterday I started a new job. Something I had not done in 5 years.

I know that may not sound like a long time to some, but 5 years was enough time for me to get comfortable with my surroundings. My coworkers were more like family and everyday, I knew exactly what to do.

Yesterday, I did not. My new job is at a plant that is much larger than my previous one. There is an actual security guard gate before you even get in the campus!! It seemed that EVERYONE knew what to do there, but me. (It also didn't help that it was pouring down rain and I wanted to keep my hair looking nice for pictures).

I have always prided myself on being able to adapt well to new situations, but there was a time yesterday morning when I thought "I can't do this". But I did it anyways, I got to the training room and listened to all the orientation leader had to say. We all went to lunch in the full service cafeteria together (which was another daunting experience). We started to lighten up and get to know each other. I realized that while some people were returning to this company and knew exactly what to do, there were others that were just like me. That had NO clue what they were doing or where to go.

Thats the thing about changes, 9 times out of 10, there is someone out there making a similar change as you, and they feel just as lost as you do! And even during that 1 time where there is not, God is with you, guiding you and comforting you!!

Change is extremely scary, but it is also really rewarding. I heard some news yesterday that made me realize that this new job was the right move for me. I said a little prayer of Thanksgiving to God, because without his nudging, I wouldn't have taken this opportunity.

I am getting ready for day 2 of my new job, and while I still do not know what I am doing - I am going to "fake it till I make it" and make it the best day on this job yet!!