I blog not to share my life with others, but as a way to figure my life out without sharing it. I tend to write when I am troubled, when I feel that I can't talk about my feelings or problems with other people, but need a way to get them out.
Bob's retirement a few years ago was both a blessing and a bane to my life. It was a blessing for him, and for me, in that it nudged me in a direction I was ready to go/grow. I have taken on the department, and risen to the challenge. I am much more confident now. My leadership skills have grown, as well. Not having Bob to rely on to fight ILL battles, or to temper my judgment has been a good opportunity for me. On the other hand, Bob was my confidant, and he listened without judging or offering answers (unless asked). I could talk to Bob better than almost anyone else in my life. That I miss. Terribly. Even when we have lunch now, it's not the same. He seems distracted, always looking around to see who is there.
For 2011, one of my biggest goals is discretion. Not sharing too much with other people, or anything with the wrong people. That seems to be an issue I have. Work in general. Don't badmouth anyone, don't criticize. We'll revisit this issue as time goes on.
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