30 years ago at the ripe old age of 22 I, along with my friend Kip, sat in the basement of Standard Federal Savings & Loan writing our formal resignations. We took a picture of each of us while writing our letters because we wanted to capture the moment when our lives would change forever. That's right, with actual film kids that took a full week to be developed!
For years I have been writing about what happened from that point, but have never been able to assemble the writings/rantings in some coherent format. Now at the age of 52, I find myself in a strangely familiar position. I have been miserable in my profession for the last 2 years, but have not taken any concrete steps to change it. I have finally reached the decision to retire from Banking and find a new career. One that doesn't steal a little piece of my soul every day. One that will feed my soul and not just my wallet. One that will make me laugh instead of cry. The last two years I have rediscovered my love for creating art, made amazing memories with friends and family, and been present in my life and the lives of people who love me and all the madness that comes with that.
I was never suited for corporate America. It just kind of found me. I have no idea what the future holds, but for a change I am excited about the possibilities. Maybe this second half is what I should have been writing about all along...mash the gas!!!
