I’ve been struggling a little bit with what to say tonight, but I feel like I need to explain my blog/twitter absense over the last week. It’s hard when you have something huge going on in your life but can’t talk about it. Sometimes the best way to deal is just to avoid, so I’ve stayed away. Now, I am ready to talk about it. Blogging has become a little theraputic for me, so I think getting some words out will help.
I quit my job today.
It was an incredibly hard decision, but something I’ve been thinking about for awhile. I believe there comes a time when moving on is the right thing to do. As hard as it is, I really believe I made the right decision.
The hardest part in all of this is leaving people behind. My office mate has become a great friend, and I’m going to miss seeing her every day. If you’ve followed my blog for any length of time, you know how much I love the foster parents I work with. These people are amazing, and they are truly living out God’s command to care for the fatherless. I am so honored that I had the privilege to work with them.
My reasons for leaving aren’t important here, and I’m not going to discuss any of that. What is important is that I’m completely at peace with my decision to leave. As sad as I am to go, I know it’s the right thing.
I do ask for your prayers. At this point, I really have no idea what I’m going to do next. While I don’t look forward to job hunting, I’m excited to see what opportunities are out there.
I have to say how amazing Momma and Daddy have been through this! They have been so incredibly supportive, and knowing they are behind me 100% has made this so much easier. I don’t know what I’d do without them!
Hopefully now I’ll be able to get back to my regular blogging/commenting. I’ve missed our chats!
Thanks for listening, y’all!
Welcome back! :-) Let me know if I can help!
I definitely know that can be hard, I wish you the best of luck in your new en devour! It always helps to have those most important to us behind us in tough decisions like these! I’ll keep you in my prayers and I look forward to reading some future blog posts! :)
Nothing a glass of wine and a cupcake cant fix!
Hang in there!!! Things will get better :)
You’re lucky to have such supportive parents! I know that it is hard to leave a job when you love the people you work with, but I totally understand how you feel- when it’s time to go, you gotta do for you what’s best. ‘
Of course we’ll pray for you! Good luck on the hunt. I’m glad you’re back to blogging!
I’m sorry that all that has been weighting heavily on you lately but I’m so glad to hear you’re at peace with your decision. The unknown can be intimidating sometimes but God knows exactly where you’re going! :)
I’m sorry you’ve been lead to this but sometimes new beginnings are just what we need! God will see you through! I’m praying for you girl!
Oh my gosh Ashley, I have great visions for you! You are so smart and talented and believe you will find your true calling. Praying for you girly!
You is smart. You is kind. You is important. Ok – if you didn’t read or see The Help you will think I’m crazy for writing that. But Ashley – since I’ve known you I’ve thought you were destined for great things. I can’t wait to see what your future holds!
Well good for you! I’m all for people changing situations that they may have outgrown or needed to leave from. I know you’ll find something great!
I will keep you in my prayers, I am so glad you are at peace with your decision, that is the important part! I look forward to more posts!
As long as you have peace with your decision, that’s all that matters. God will never put you through something you can’t handle! Good things will come your way :).
I’m really proud of you. I know this was a prayerful and carefully thought out decision. Excited to see what God has next for you, friend.
Welcome back! Hope you find a fabulous job thats exactly what you want!
I am a new follower!!
I am glad that you are able to do what you need to do career-wise. I hope something amazing opens up for you!!
Aww well I am glad you did what is right for you and I am always happy to see you on here!
Found your blog when you were mentioned on another blog that I read! When I read that you are in OK I had to stop by! I LOVE your blog! Lets just say I am a new follower and cant wait to get to now you more!
I was also WAY excited to see that you live in OKC! I am always on the look out for bloggy friends who live near me! I am only about an hour from there! I hope to get to know you more from your blog and maybe someday we can have a bloggy meet up!
I must say I was excited read about were you used to work! I am an adopted child myself!
I am sorry about the job change, im sure it can not be easy! I am praying for you that the Lord would bless you and give you a peace!
XOXO
Everything always works out. You are in my prayers girly!
I am so sorry for all the stress that likely went into this, but I am so glad you’re at peace and moving forward. It’s hard when you really love the people you work with, but the job isn’t a fit anymore.. Sending many prayers and love, friend…
Here’s to hoping you find something you love soon!
Thinking of you doll and hope something amazing comes your way. Life is full of tough decisions but you know what’s right for you and the perfect job is out there for ya. :)
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I can relate b/c after working for an adoption agency for 5 years I made the very difficult but very right decision to leave. It was bitter sweet b/c people I worked w/ and my families were so amazing but I had to move on and 1 1/2 years later I’m very happy as a medical social worker in a hospital. I’m sure you will find a great opportunity for you and will continue to grow and learn in your next job. Good for you for doing something that sounds hard for you. Good luck w/ the job search.
I’m sure you will find something GREAT out there! Good luck! Can’t wait to read about your next great adventure! :)
XOXO, Stephanie @ Blonde Highlights
Prayers sweet friend!
Just know that everything’s going to work out! :) I’m here for you doll!
Praying for you and that you will find a job that is perfect for you!
I’m happy that you did what you felt what right in your heart. I’ll keep you in my prayers friend. I’m always here if you need to talk!
You know my thoughts you know I love and pray for you. Always here :)
Ashley,
You are truly one of the sweetest and most thoughtful people I’ve ever met. I admire you as a woman, as a Christian, and as a friend. I know that God only closed this little window to open a big, wonderful door for you! I have been and will continue to pray for your in your job search and all other aspects of your life! Love you!
I’m glad you did what you needed to make YOU happy!
We all love you and this only means that now you can find something that you will love much, much more! Good luck in the job search and i’m praying for you sweetie!
Ashley, you know we have prayed for you and this situation for a long time and I’m confident that you made the right decision at this time.
Jeremiah 29:11!
I just love your blog. Keep your chin up. I know god has a plan in store for you (have to remind myself daily). Sending prayers.