Wowzers! It's been years.

What more than what's written in the title can I really say? It's been years since I've blogged. Actually I believe my last blog talks about how much stuff I had on the go at that time and how if I survived how I would blog again.

Well....I'm alive.

Hopefully there isn't anyone who I haven't maintained contact with, who actually used to read this, and who is now having a mild heart attack because of my resurrection.

Life has changed A LOT since that last blog. Where do I begin? Well, I'm no longer at the same job, I'm no longer in school, I'm no longer the partying single girl, but....I am much happier.

Ironically, two years almost to the date after writing that last blog post I found myself entering into a stage in my life that I must say, has been the best so far. September 2010, found me new a career venture, new opportunites, new challenges (some in hindsight have changed my life for the better) and the best part, a new relationship.

First and foremost, here goes the story about "the best part". Who would've known that because I spent years chasing what I thought I wanted and what I now know was so very very wrong for me, I delayed figuring out what was perfect for me. I have often thought, if only I was wiser then, where would I be now? Where would my relationship with Ken be now? But, you know what....I probably wouldn't have changed a thing. And I don't think Ken would have either. At least, I hope not....

In March 2010, Ken, this adorable guy at work, asked me out for supper. I remember distinctly leaving the restaurant that night thinking to myself, "this is the best first date I've ever been on!! Wait....was this a first date?" Ken easied me into the idea of being truly courted and cared for, which believe me was hard for a woman who was used to be so independant and self-reliant. And since that first date and some amazing moments thereafter, Ken has become the person that I couldn't imagine spending my life without. The best part - my friends and family adore him almost as much as I do. True bliss!

Now, the less mushy, more hard hitting life details. My career since 2008 has made a few detours, hit a couple speedbumps and pretty much done everything but take me for a magic carpet ride. Was it expected, no. Has it been difficult, yes. Have I learned anything, absolutely. And in the end, isn't that what it's all about?

Having quickly reflected on where I've been, what I've done, who I've met since my last post in 2008, all I can condense it down to is I've not only aged, but I've grown up. I've not only changed, but I've lived. What I saw as failures, where sometimes successes in disguise. What I experienced as hurt, was actually what I needed to find the pleasure. What has happened to me, I'm grateful for the opportunity, the lessons and the character it has given me.

So where to now? Who knows. Tomorrow awaits.

PS - For those still here, it won't be two years before I blog again.