Transition Time

So my last day at the old job was a little weird. Bittersweet, really. There are many things I enjoyed about working there. And a decent number I didn't enjoy. But that's every job, right? I'm moving into something that I think will be great, and is already kinda scary.

I'm looking forward to working at home, but it's daunting too. I mean, it'll be just me and the dogs all day long, every day. They're good for cuddling, but not so great for conversation. Their idea of a hard day's work is following the sunshine as it moves around the backyard, and barking at the mailman when he stops by. I have a feeling some days it'll be tough to not succumb to their schedule.

On the upside, I can't even begin to say what a good idea it was to have a few days off. I don't know if I've ever had a "vacation" where I didn't do anything or go anywhere. I got to shopping with a friend, my house is on its way to being completely clean for the first time in ages, and today I'm having lunch with another friend. I feel so indulgent. I'm savoring it while it lasts, since tomorrow's a travel day, and Friday's back to work. Thank God for the beautiful weather this week - it's made my time off really worthwhile. Plus, the dogs outside loving the sunshine, so I actually have a chance of eliminating some dog hair when I clean, instead of just pushing it around!

Giving it a shot

So I'm on Facebook & Twitter, and using them more and more for networking, and I keep thinking about starting a blog... so here I am. I'm going to give it a shot.

Why "HR in my PJs?" Well, because, starting in May, I'll be a work-at-home HR Professional. The goal is to keep getting fully dressed every day, but I'm sure there will be days when yoga pants will be considered dressed up. Plus, I know I'll have plenty to talk about that's not exactly HR-related, so I figure the PJs will keep things casual.

So, after all this time of lurking on other people's blogs (HR Minion, Punk Rock HR, Ask A Manager among many others), I've decided I should join the conversation. Plus, I'm going from having a team of 4 to bounce ideas off of to being a team of 1. The more input, the better, I say. Glad you're here for the ride!