It's been a while since I wrote here, and to say I've been busy feels like an understatement, but hey, who isn't? I wrapped up work about an hour ago, and in a rare moment of domestic bliss, Molly volunteered to cook dinner (WOAH). She is making chicken street tacos, my absolute favorite! Seizing the opportunity, I snuck out for a quiet jog. I've been trying to listen to Zach Bryan's new album in full, and tonight, I finally managed it. With no games scheduled, it felt like a small victory. Can we discuss how awesome it is that he has a song with Springsteen?! Like come on, this is fantastic!
Work has been nothing short of chaotic. We're deep into planning Contact in Denver and just launched a new event, Elevate, which will take place in London this September. We recently returned from Nashville, where we had an absolutely amazing LinkUnite IV. Our membership program is growing, and I couldn't be prouder of our progress. This movement is nothing short of awesome. I wish I had one more full day during the week to focus solely on our mentorship and internship program. The need is overwhelming but time isn't on my side! It's so good for my soul though so I am going to find a way. I have been loving my Sunday morning coffee posts with Sara on Linkedin and am thinking I want to do a spin off from that and have a podcast. Not the average podcast that talks about work but just life stuff from the perspective of a middle aged woman! After all we have a lot to talk about! I want to blog on Thursday's, because writing is therapy. Goals...Goals...Goals! I have so many.
On the home front, Amanda, the other half of LinkUnite and my best friend is about to have a baby, which still blows my mind. Meanwhile, I'm accompanying my baby girl on college tours, she turns 18 in September. Shaner is now driving and continues to be his awesome self. We're currently on the hunt for a truck for him. Life is just great, and I'm savoring every moment with them. Though, our dogs did kill a skunk yesterday, so the house has a certain July aroma.
Today was particularly odd, so I wanted to share the experience. I woke up at 5am like normal and walked the dogs in the muggy weather on the trails with lots of bugs! My day began with some planning at Lombard's Funeral Home - totally scary but smart at the same time. I was able to finish that pretty early morning, so I headed to the Social Security office in Springfield before diving back into work. Lucky for me, my friend Tracy called me out of the blue to lighten my whole mood! Thank's Trace!
I have been handling a relatives finances, and her monthly social security deposits had mysteriously stopped. She suffers from alzheimer's disease which I hate. On the flip side, and keeping my glass half full, this disease has taught me a lot. With everything going on, I only noticed a few weeks ago that her deposits were missing. I was dreading the visit, but I knew it was now or never. With a child entering her senior year and another right behind, I'm trying to handle things when I can. The wait was long, and I ended up needing a manager to process the POA paperwork. But first when I scanned the QR code and they called my number they told me I needed some special appointment to do all of this. I explained to the woman that I called four times and they said no appointment was needed. I also explained that this isn't an easy office to visit and basically begged her to help me. This whole experience has taught me so much, I could probably write a book about it. The not so funny part of the morning was when I started the name change process back in 2020 to my maiden last name, I never changed my social security number. Oh crap I said to them! Since they run a full criminal check on you and ask you 1000 questions I guess they realized I was a good person and decided to help me. When I enter into these dreaded situations I give myself a pep talk in the car. Not everyone has a job they love and life is fricken hard. So I walked in there with a smile and was as kind as possible. This actually I have learned, goes a long way.
Days like today remind me of many things. Every day can be so unique, filled with its own challenges and joys. It's these moments that make life rich and meaningful, encouraging us to embrace each day with an open heart and a curious mind. Until next time, let's cherish the uniqueness each day brings.
Go Sox!
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