The Adventure Begins

The picture I have associated with this blog entry shows a map of the country of India. Why is India on my mind? I'm glad you asked. India is on my mind because some fortunate person there will have my job this time next year if all goes according to my company's plans. Yesterday I received notice that my job was being outsourced effective September, 16th 2008.

Now, please don't get me wrong. I bear no ill will toward anyone in India. While I am certainly troubled by the loss of my job and the loss of many American jobs, I am glad that people in a poverty stricken country like India are able to find lucrative employment in the high-tech sector. Good for them.


So, where do I go from here? I'm glad you asked. The truth is, I don't know. Depending on how things work out this could be either one of the most difficult challenges I've had to deal with or one of the greatest blessings. No matter the outcome though, I know that God will take care of me and my family.


So far it has felt like a blessing. Yesterday I received calls from my family and my good friends who wanted me to know that they loved me and were praying for me. Their compassion and encouragement has lifted my spirits. It's going to be a difficult year of transition no matter what the outcome a year from now and I need the love and support of my friends and family.


Thanks for listening.