Recent Distractions from Blogging

No doubt a lot of my friends and readers out there are curious about what’s been going on with me. At this point, the blog’s been silent for the better part of a month. I told my wife that I haven’t posted in that long and she gave me a very well-deserved “For shame!” look. In my defense, I have a good excuse, although it’s not a matter of being too busy.

Around Christmas, right around the date of my last post, the onset of vacation was to blame. There was driving to do, families to visit, and lots of quality time promised to my wife and son. Besides that, I generally find the inspiration for my posts while concentrating on things I’d rather not be (i.e. work). Combine the lack of inspiration with a ready supply of enjoyable activities and blogging was the last thing on my mind.

After vacation, of course, it was back to work. Ah, the joy of website analysis. I wouldn’t describe it as the most fun job on earth. Still, I’ve always thought, “Hey, it pays the bills. Besides, there are worse professions, and it sure beats being unemployed.”

All of this is quite true, a fact of which I’ve recently become reminded. That’s because, as of January 5th, my company closed its doors, putting me and 19 other out of work. To those involved, this is old news, as Garrett and JP can attest.

I don’t feel any animosity over the whole ordeal. What with the nightmare I went through at Advanced Internet Technologies, my job at MarketSmart Interactive was far better even at the end. Business sucked and they couldn’t afford to employ us anymore. I wouldn’t say I’m happy about it, but I don’t blame anyone or hold a grudge. It’s just business, and sometimes business goes sour.

That, of course, leaves me with an employment situation to resolve. As I’ve told family and friends, I don’t anticipate it to last overly long. Unlike last time, I’m in a much better location. And, thanks to the circumstances of my unemployment, I’ve got plenty of good references. Even if things don’t work out right away, there’s a big difference between “laid off” and “fired”, namely, unemployment insurance. Sure, it’s not much, but it’s something at least.

So there it is. I’ve had a lot on my mind lately, some good and some bad. With any luck, I’ll find the impetus to blog regularly without the daily grind for inspiration. Chances are good, though, that my posting will continue to be irregular at best. After all, being a professional employment seeker can be time-consuming, and while this blog earns a little, I’ve got the income needs of an entire family to think about.

Keep your chin up - I’m pulling for you… Also check out Andy Beal’s post today… be sure to send your resume over to andy.beal at gmail dot com and let him know you’re a former MSIer.

I was wondering what was happening… hope you’re doing ok and feel free to contact me at any time.