Changing ’stuff’
As all of you probably know I am now changing diapers. Addie is now 13 days old and I’ve already forgotten what life was like without her. I haven’t written anything in a while because I have felt a lot of conflicting emotions. Not about being a dad, I’m quite alright with that, but about my new job which I start in 2 weeks. I’ve told some people about it but not many. It just seems anti-climatic. You know,
Me: “Here. Meet our baby. Her name is Addison. And I just got a new job.”
Them: “Ahh… she’s so cute.”
Me: “Yes she is.”
Anyway, I feel guilty about leaving my current job, as I’ve worked there (in one position or another) for more than a quarter of my life. That’s a scary thought. I’ve also never had any other “professional” job, so I’m not completely confident in succeeding at my new position. It can’t be that hard, right? So basically, I’m feeling excited, worried, confident, guilty, and extremely relieved.
As for what I’ll be doing at the new job… I’m not entirely sure. I was given a very thorough job description which looks like I could end up doing anything or everything related to (1) the university Help Desk for 25% of my time, and (2) system accounts management for 75% of my time. The organization seems much more structured and relaxed, which after the “do whatever the fuck you want” and “do more with less” mentality of my current job, is very welcome. We’ll see.
P.S. If there are grammar snafus, please blame Addison who is squirming away on my lap.
P.P.S. Professional is in quotes, because work feels more like a circus than an office. And after seeing how many “adults” work together, I’m starting to believe that professional is a label (or compliment) you can give to a person and not a profession.
Congrats on the new job! Once you get your feet wet, I am sure you will do just fine. Which university? The same one or is your commute going to increase a bit?
ThatGuy & I were wondering: how are Dunn & Itty-Bit enjoying their new sister? Or do they even care/notice?
Comment by KP — Monday, May 28, 2007 @ 8:36 pm
It’s the same University. No moving, and my commute is about the same as I’m heading over to the Levitt Center.
Itty and Dun are kind of stand-offish. They have each smelled Addie but they seem to not want anything to do with her. Maybe they are a bit jealous, maybe they think she smells funny. Who knows?
Comment by Z.Monkey — Wednesday, May 30, 2007 @ 8:32 am
Congratulations again on the new jobs.
You handle yourself well with the new baby.
The cats are spoiled. Also crazy from being inside all the time.
You actually have a wealth of experience to draw on from your previous “non-professional” jobs.
You will do well. New job jitters always affect you even when your really looking forward to the change.
Comment by weird old guy — Saturday, June 2, 2007 @ 8:58 am
Congrats on both accounts!
Hey, does this mean it’s time for a beer tasting as you suggested?
Comment by xumbi — Saturday, June 2, 2007 @ 3:49 pm
I think it is time for this beer and baby tasting thing. I think we might also do some BBQing. It could be a BYOB(B)M event. I think we are looking at doing it the 16th, probably early afternoon (as we don’t stay up past 10 much anymore). We’ll be sending out an email and, I’ll post something today or tomorrow.
Comment by Z.Monkey — Sunday, June 3, 2007 @ 12:16 pm