Been awhile since I did an update on my life. If time keeps going this fast I should be in my eighties sometime next week. Weird how this time of year the days just meld together into one huge blanket of snow and endless flurries. The only thing that separates time is restless nights and fitful dreams.

I started my new job consulting on February 14 and like all jobs it has it's ups and downs but it's definitely less stressful then my last. What I did forget is the look of distrust and almost contempt when you walk into a facility as a consultant to evaluate their systems and offer "suggestions". It's somewhat akin to telling the woman of the house how to be a better housekeeper. Of course you can walk into some facilities and as your feet stick to the floor and you walk out of your shoes onto the grime it's suddenly become a little more than a nurturing and educational experience - it can become a battle. It's sort of odd and a little humorous to see how some rationalize why they are not following federal regulations and guidelines. Enough of that.

On a good note I'm meeting new people - actually peers for a change rather than employees. So it's been fun accepting and extending invitations to dinner and other events. That has been a very welcome change.

I've been very lucky the last three weeks to be working very close to home for a change. It's been nice giving up that 2-3 hour commute daily. I'm sure those times will come again...but for now, woo hoo...I'm enjoying it.