Valentines and Name Plates

Today was a defining day in two ways.

First: my first real Valentines day. I got flowers delivered to me at my desk that were beautiful. Not only was it my first real Valentines day not only getting something from my parents, but it was the first time I had a boy send me flowers since Junior year of high school when some creep-o decided he wanted me to be his girlfriend without telling me. Literally, he showed up at my house with flowers, expecting out of the blue for me to be his girlfriend because he bought me flowers- but typically, being in a relationship requires verbal exchanges and since we had never spoken before... that kind of made it hard to let him be my boy friend. So really, today was the first time and loved every second of it.

Second: I finally got my own name plate. At my first job, there was no way to declare my desk because no one ever gave me a name plate. Usually the simple plaques are standard with your name and title. But at my first, they did not quite see it as necessary. Well, after 5 at my new job, I got a name plate! Its made out of a cd,which is really creative. But its not how cool it is that matters- its the fact that I have my own desk, my own area with MY name on it. Something so small as a name plate has made this whole move seem like I am starting a life. It's nice to feel like I am wanted in my office and appreciated. It makes my job feel like there is more of a future in a career. Just the small things in life.

Also... on another note, I signed a lease! I will finally be moving out into my own place with a friend of mine on April 20th. Figuring out my small bank accounts to pay for an apartment is so much easier when my rent isn't through the roof. I signed a year lease for half of what i was looking for in New York and twice the size. Having me space, warm weather, friends and a good job that I love is what I moved for.

Lesson Learned:

The thought always counts, and flowers will always bring a smile.

Peace, Love and defining days,

B