- I'm nervous because I've never had a big-girl job. I've worked at Old Navy, New York & Company, a local coffee shop, and as a fitness instructor...nothing that has required the use of my degree.
- I'm excited because I am stepping out of my comfort zone and trusting this is where God is leading me.
- I'm proud that I found a site for my internship that isn't a private practice. It seems that most of my fellow classmates have chosen private counseling practices, but I am going with community mental health. I was warned in my interview that this won't be easy, but I can't back down from a challenge! I know nothing outside of my little bubble and I cannot wait to meet my future clients. I have big doubts I'll be any help to anyone, but if anything, they'll be helping me :)
- I'm curious about the different people I will encounter. I will be working with lower income individuals so I image they will have incredible stories. I love to hear about people's lives (good enough reason for me to become a counselor).
- I'm overjoyed with the thought of getting to become a fashionista. I've been slowly replacing older clothes for professional pieces. I hope to post some pics on here, but I won't make any promises.
- I'm sad I'll be leaving my baby boy 4 days a week. I don't know my schedule yet, but I was told when I accepted the position that it is 20 hours over 3 days, plus I have class all day Tuesday. I know I'm going to be missing out on a lot of milestones with W, but I keep telling myself that this is only temporary. Once I have my degree and I'm licensed, I plan to only work 20 hours a week but I won't have a full day of class anymore. I'm grateful that A's job is only seasonal (much as I really dislike his job), because that means he can spend time with W.
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
becoming a working mama
Ok, not technically yet, but I've hit the one month mark. Tomorrow is orientation for my internship which starts the first week of October, which is also when I start the last year of my masters degree.
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Exciting! Praying the transition goes smoothly.
aw very exciting! praying you love it and the transition goes easily as well! Wylie will always look up to his mommy for this :)
I am so excited for you, Ashley! I have no doubt that you WILL help the people that you meet through your internship. Just because you come from a different background, doesn't mean you can't make a big impact on their lives (and vice versa, of course). You're a loving and caring person, and you've been learning and studying hard to prepare for this. I think you're going to do beautifully! God bless!
I didn't even see you posted this, sorry!
You are gonna do SO GREAT at your big girl job!! You never know, you might help someone when you least expect it! Ahh I can't wait to see all your dresses and cute outfits! I wish I accessorized like you did, you always have the cutest belts and necklaces and shoes.
What an exciting time! Praying that the transition goes smoothly for you :-)
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