by Hope
Later today I have what I think will be a final interview for a full time job here in GA. It’s the one I referenced here that called me on our move down. I’ve been through the first interview, personality test, submitted professional references, so I think this should be the last in person part of the process…
Not counting my chickens before they hatch, been through too much of this in the past year and a half to do that, but I am hopeful. We’ve got one more week here before we return to VA for a week for Gymnast state meet, Princess orthodontist appointment and so on. (Yes, I did let this potential job know about this commitment in the very first phone call and again in the person interview.)
This move has been a BIG change for us all. While I am really enjoying the lower cost of living (gas and groceries,) we are all filling the pinch of lack of activities for the kids. We’ve been exploring the surrounding counties to see what their parks and rec departments have to offer. I know once they get plugged in and make some friends it will be easier on them.
Oh, and Sea Cadet has a job interview as a vet tech tomorrow. I’m not sure how that will work since he has unofficially committed to the same summer camp as last year. If he gets this local job, he will have some decisions to make.
Hope is a resourceful, solutions-driven online business manager with over two decades of experience helping clients streamline operations, manage projects, and grow their businesses through digital marketing and technology.
But life has a way of rewriting your plans.
A year ago, Hope made the decision to move in with her aging parents full time – a season she wouldn’t trade, even as it came with its own financial and emotional weight. Earlier this year, she lost her mother, and is now walking the tender, disorienting path of grief while learning what “forward” looks like from here.
Hope came to the Blogging Away Debt community in 2015 as a single mom raising five foster and adoptive children. She’s written through job changes, financial setbacks, and the bittersweet transition to an empty nest. Her kids are finding their footing in the world now – and so is she.
Rooted in faith and fueled by the same perseverance she’s brought to every hard season, Hope is ready to face her finances with fresh eyes and an honest pen. She believes that clarity, courage, and community can change the trajectory of anyone’s story including her own.
She lives in Austin, TX with her dad, loves adventures with her dog Addie, and is figuring out, one step at a time, what this next chapter is meant to be.
A vet tech? There is a whole certification process to be a tech. Maybe a vet asst???
I’m not real sure. He didn’t get the job. He continues to work at the same theatre chain he worked at in VA, he was able to transfer. The only downside is that it is 45 minutes away. He will continue to look for something local once we return from our final week in VA.
Hi Hope,. Thanks for checking in.
Is there a Home school coop Like before you could join for new friends?
Does The local church offer any activities?
Fingers crossed for The final Interview. Let US know how it Went
Everyone says there are a lot of homeschoolers around, but we have yet to connect with any. It’s been a very stressful three weeks here for alot of reasons. I’m sure things will settle down as we settle into some permanence for the first time in a couple of years because I GOT THE JOB!
We have attended a local church and they have some stuff, but we may visit around once we return from our final week in VA before committing to one.
God luck!
Any word yet?
I GOT THE JOB! Details coming in a post this week!
GREAT NEWS!!!
That is great!!
Fingers crossed!
need to find some more bloggers.
Word. Ashley has been carrying this blog on her own for a LONG time.
Yeah, what happened to Amy?
Did yot
Did you hear from your potential employer?
I GOT THE JOB! Details coming in a post this week!
Congratulations Hope! Great news!
congratulations Hope!
wonderful news for you & your family!
Congratulations! Very happy for you
Wonderful news! Looking forward to your next post . . .
This is great news, Hope! I’m hopeful that the new job will be a good opportunity to build yourself up. If nothing else, more incoming cash won’t hurt!!
Congratulations, Hope. I am happy for you and with you!
Congratulations! What wonderful news! May this be the start of many new exciting beginnings for you and your family!