Long Lost Update

I realize weeks have gone by without a post. Yesterday was my one month 'anniversary' of not going to a paying job every day. I have never been so relaxed and so happy. Here's what's going on. I worked with a career coach a few weeks ago. It was a very intense few days and what came of that is.. I've always wanted to own my own cafe or something, so what was I waiting for? So I decided not to wait any longer. There is no reason not to do it now.

So I called the Art Institute of Atlanta to inquire about their culinary program. I met with Admissions, filed the financial aid paperwork, filled out the application, wrote my essay, blah, blah, blah. I was accepted on a Wednesday and Admissions said I could start the new quarter on Monday. MONDAY??? So I did. I never really took any time to lounge around the pool and eat bon bons, but this is GREAT. I'm going full time at night, Tuesday through Friday, 6-10 pm. I am taking three classes and will be done in January. I'll have a Diploma in Culinary Arts Skills, and because I already have a BFA, that's all I'll need for what I'd like to do.

So there has been quite a bit of adjusting in our house. Adjusting to me being home during the day, gone at night, Jason being able to do other work during the day, me figuring out studying, homework (like cutting up carrots and potatoes in the exact dimensions required) and how to go to bed when I get home at 10:30 instead of staying up and making soups. : )

Today I made New England Clam Chowder and Sweet Potato Muffins with a Cream Cheese Maple spread.

I will try to do better at keeping up with the blog, and it is very likely to turn out more like notes from what I've learned. My new Journey has begun and it tastes great!!!

Thank you to everyone who has helped me to get to this place. Especially Jason. I could never have done this without you.