I’ve been on vacation. I’ve been enjoying my family for the past few months and I’m not sorry. The last post i wrote to you all, I was dreaming of a new career outside and independent of corporate America. Guess what? I got just that. On May 1st, I got a call from my manager that … Continue reading
Dressing for the job I want, not the job I have…
That statement has always been a rule I follow in my “career”. Its a great rule of thumb that can be applied to just about anything. You can put clothes on that say “I want to be the best…” or you can apply it to your work ethic, or even your marriage. Recently, I’ve found … Continue reading
Standing Firm
Deciding to leave a lucrative job for one that allows me more time to be mommy is definitely a big one. One that I always have a hard time standing firm on because of one reason or another. Did I mention its a lucrative job? I’m only human. I enjoy going on vacations, eating out, treating our … Continue reading
Needed: Miracle on Stoney Woods Drive
This is not the first time that I’ve tried to plan my escape from Corporate America. I’ve tried reasoning with Ryan and getting him to see things my way. That our family would be better off with me at home to take care of the family full time. That I would have more time to … Continue reading
I Hate Legos
This morning, Seth’s preschool was cancelled due to inclement weather. Granted, they EXPECTED to have black ice on the roads but when we awoke, there was none. So, I called work and let them know I would not be available this morning. I spent the time with just me and my son. No phone calls, … Continue reading
Accomplishment of the Day…
I totally did this today… http://cleanmyspace.com/clean-your-pillows/ And my pillows smell wonderfully clean 🙂
The Budget Talks…
Are still underway but currently on hold until we figure Ryan’s new pay check amount. In addition to the Social Security tax increase of 2%, we also added Seth and I to his company insurance plan. We will know more at the 1st of the month. On another note, I just got a raise and … Continue reading
What Now?
My head is reeling with ideas on what comes next. I’ve made the decision to step away from Corporate America but what is the next step? Well, I’m a project manager and so my head is wired to think very methodically and for me, the next step is to clearly define what it is that I want. … Continue reading
Pinterest is awesome!
Pinterest is awesome! This is what I hope will replace some of the income I will be giving up for a simpler life. Please visit my website @ http://www.mythirtyone.com/claudiaroberts if you are able to support my cause!
Dreaming of a new life
So, a little back story on who I am and why I’m here: My name is Claudia. I have a husband, Ryan, and a son, Seth. We live in Raleigh, NC where my husband moved us in July 2012. I work a full-time job from home working for a prominent banking firm. My official title … Continue reading
I have a bag for that! 