Changes

Life has really changed since I started this blog a year ago. Not that I've been great at keeping up with it, but you know - life is busy!

So I changed course with my education and gave up Nursing for a degree in Emergency Management. It's what I do - it's what I did in the military, it's what I've been doing for the past year, and it's what has gotten me promoted to a position where I work with generals and chiefs. Yeah...I feel pretty out of place most of the time, especially since everyone has a good 20 years on me - but I also have to admit I feel pretty darn proud of myself for working my way there.

Still not pregnant, huge shocker, I know. I'm starting to consider adoption at this point, we'll see what happens with that. I really am a true believer in that people should not have more than 2 kids (one to replace you, one to replace your significant other) - because the rate that population is expanding is alarming and we are working ourselves into more and more economic and environmental pitfalls, and eventually extinction. I know that this view would enrage a lot of people, so I generally keep it to myself when talking to others. So, along with that view - comes a hefty anti-fertility treatment perspective. My heart aches for a baby, but I also think that if I feel that the population is expanding too much, I shouldn't contribute to the problem. Maybe my path is adoption, not procreating. Like I said - we'll see what happens. I'm not sure that I will ever be able to completely give up hope, but I'm ready to start looking into other options.

Finally, Happy Veteran's Day to all how have served or are currently serving! Your sacrifice is appreciated. A special thank you to those who have been injured or lost their lives in this or past wars. There are too many of you...and it makes my stomach sink to think of the loved ones you leave behind or the journeys that you have to face to get well. Simply and whole heartedly, thank you.