5-Mar: Well, it didn't happen that week; but, there are rumors that there may be some RIFs in April. I'll just wait and see what God has planned. Meanwhile, there are other changes in my life coming: remodeling. I've finally cleaned out the room and closet. I just need to finish switch bathrooms; and then, I can start what I have spent about 7 years planning. I do place this into God's Hands as well.
Also, I was just talking to a friend today and learned that she is now an IT Director. It really made me think about my career path and wonder about the "turns" I've taken and the choices I've made....
9-Mar: My business trip really threw my life a curve. I thought my life as a road warrior was done; and I really cannot see myself going back to that. Even just one trip has just brought much extra things to deal with and much to adjust to. However, even in this, I can see God at work. He is forming and molding me as I shift to hit this curve ball being thrown at me. I'm waiting to see where God leads....
10-Mar: One of the things that is demonstrated through this business trip is that I am flexible and able to adapt to constantly changing circumstances and that I can be resourceful. I can also feel the prayers, and know that God is with me. Praise HIM!
14-Mar: Through the trip, I continued to demonstrate flexibility and adaptability. There were so many things encountered. Firstly, all the freeway entrances near me were closed; and I had to keep driving till I found one that was open. Then, I learned to take the BART and CalTrain. From the airport, the BART at the airtrain stop does not run until after 8PM and on weekends. So, I had to take the BART north one stop to San Bruno, then switch to a southbound one to the Milbrae transfer station, where I caught CalTrain. Tickets had to be bought before travelling; and not all the trains stop at Ralston. So, it took 1 1/2 hours to travel from the airport to the office station, and almost a mile walk from the station to the office; but, it only cost about $8. I then worked all day non-stop till the last meeting at 5PM. At 6PM, two hours before my flight was scheduled to leave, I was asked to stay; so, I had to move the flight to the next day, book a hotel, and buy all items needed (another shirt, comb, make-up,etc); because it was originally just a day trip. Stayed working at the office until 9PM, went to the hotel and worked until about midnight making a 19 hour day; just to turn around and head back to the office at 7:30 the next morning. Worked and had meetings, taking only a break for lunch. But, the final presentation to my VP, CIO, the product development VP, and the various teams went well. It was a presentation that was thorough, finished, and work I was proud of. Then, when I called a taxi to the airport, the driver couldn't find the building, and it ended up taking an hour and $40 to get to the airport. After landing, there was construction near the tunnel and because the freeway entrance was closed and there were lots of merging, it took a long time to get home. And, of course, the freeway exits were closed as well. So, by the time I got home, it was another long day, about 16 hours. After two days, I feel like a week elapsed; and I am exhausted. And, I still haven't caught up with mail, still have to do laundry, and also deal with expense reporting.
However, despite all the challenges and drain, the "joy of living" attitude helps me to see that God is with me. I'm happy with how well the presentation turned out, and I created about 2/3 of the slides. Also, being in the office helps me to see my strengths better, rather than working in isolation and not seeing what others are like. Also, the person I worked with was really good and knowledgeable, and I had a chance to actually meet my manager, VP, and co-workers for the first time. Even my VP said that he knows only two people like me, being so systematic; so, he really wanted me on this new project. So, overall, it was a good trip; and I thank God that it all worked out. However, my manager was talking about me continuing to travel in the future; and I'm not sure how I really feel about that. I'm seeking God's Will and Guidance.
23-Mar: In praying about it and watching for God's response, I believe that He is telling me that if it is up to me, I should just stay where I am, even if I have to continue to do some business travel. He has brought to me the realization that there is a need for Light to shine in the workplace at HQ. There are some in which my spirit can sense the the darkness of pantheism; and many, the idolatry of money. I trust God and will adapt and adjust to whatever He calls me to do. Amen.
11-Jul: This business trip seemed to affirm that I should just stay where I am and that maybe God will be able to use me through this. Flying out of Long Beach really makes traveling a lot easier. Leaving just 2 hours before departure time should be plenty; and on the return, from landing to my door only took about half an hour. Amazing! Parking is really convenient - I even like Lot B better, since it is newer than the closer Lot A. And then, I found that one of my co-workers is a Christian. It was nice to be able to relate in that way to someone else at work.
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