I have two lists in my head at the moment. One titled "Things to worry about..." and the other "Things to be excited about..." There has been a lot of shit added to my "worry" list in the last couple weeks.
Worry #1: My Job
Surprise, surprise... The college is looking for a full time applicant to take over my classes. With all the cuts to educational spending, I was bound for the chopping block. But it isn't as simple as, "You don't have a class to teach next semester." It's more like, "Maybe you'll have a job, maybe you won't..." Career limbo.
Worry #2: Family
Cousin and boyfriend broke up. Future-in-laws are talking divorce. My dad's dog is having surgery next week and may not survive. It's always something...
Worry #3: Living Arrangements
Fiance and I are in the middle of a short sale that hasn't been so short. Everyone has approved, can we just sign some papers and get some keys now?! I've had too many nightmares this week about this sale falling through...
About an hour ago, Worry #4 crossed over to my "Things to be excited about" list. In the last couple weeks while I've been waiting patiently for SOMETHING to be resolved, something finally has. The wedding venue I chose just announced that they were going to be sold to a chain. An expensive chain that my family can't afford... I just got an email from our coordinator that everything will be "just as planned," maybe even better. So...
Excitement #1: Wedding
It will be awesome.
Excitement #2: Finances
Future husband and I just pulled our resources together. Joint bank accounts!
Excitement #3: My Students
They're all so eager and talented this semester. Former students are winning competitions and sharing their good news too.
Excitement #4: Upcoming Exhibition
For now, I'm very excited about this. In a few months, it'll transfer over to "worry" when my paint is taking to long to dry or the framer hasn't called.
My lists have FINALLY evened out. Lets hope they stay that way (or improve!)
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