Saturday, March 18, 2006

I'm moving to Florida- who's coming with me?

Seriously, I'm REALLY thinking about it. I went to a job fair for one of the local districts this morning, and there are just SO many people competing for what amounts to a handful of available positions. There were a few people in line with me (it's like Cedar Point; you wait in line for an hour for a 4-minute ride) who are returning to Michigan after leaving for a year or two to gain experience in other states like Florida, North Carolina, etc. They all verified what I already know; there are a LOT of positions available in other parts of the country, particularly down South and out West.

Sure, I wouldn't know anyone and have any friends. But I could also drown my sorrows on the beaches. In November. Plus, I'd be tan and skinny (because I'd be able to work out outside ALL YEAR ROUND).

As we speak, I'm putting my resume up on teachinflorida.com. Yes, it'd be scary as hell to pack up all of my stuff and start over in a new place without knowing anyone. But I've done it before (college, although that was only 3 hours away). And I've been talking for YEARS about wanting to get out of Michigan for a while and live somewhere else. Somewhere warm. Maybe this is the time for me to actually do it.

Of course, I'd feel a lot better if someone came with me. Missy? Nikki?

12 comments:

keesh said...

Um, and Tyson and you? I think it would be a brave and wonderful experience for you and if you really feel it in your heart, go for it. And hell yeah, gives us a reason to come visit Florida and crash at your place :). Good luck and we are all here for you!

Jen said...

Well, I figure, if he goes to grad school for the next couple of years, then I can go play in Florida while I'm waiting. =-) No, but seriously, I told him (after announcing that I wanted to move to FL, which seemed to surprise him) that if we were meant to be together, then we would be, whether it's now or down the road.

And we had a GREAT night together tonight. I went to his place for the first time and made dinner (taco bake, which he really loved, thanks Nee), and I have to tell you, that his dog didn't even bother me that much. Granted, she was outside the first hour or so that I was there, but even once she came in, I was surprisingly okay. She slept in her bed in the corner and we watched a movie. I know he cleaned REALLY good during the day so I'm sure that helped, and maybe it would have been worse if I was there for more than 4 hours or so, but so far, so good. In fact, I've never been so UNaffected by a dog in my life. A sign?

Jen said...

LOL..."giddy"?

Actually, I would be too, if it wasn't for this whole grad school thing.

Fred said...

I'll get the guest bedroom ready. It's right next to the hot tub, so pack your bathing suit.

And, f you have a girls weekend down here, LoB and I are invited, right?

keesh said...

Fred - your wife can come, but you are a male so you have to stay home :). But we could have a night out with guys and girls :).

Jen said...

Anna , how about you and Tim come with me so I dont have to go alone? (Seriously, that's ALL that's stopping me. I was trying to recruit Missy to come with me last night.)

Jen said...

Fred and Rich, I emailed you.

Jen said...

That still cracks me up that Jane asks about me "often," since I've seen her like twice. =-) I'm quite loveable, I guess.

yeah, if I get a job offer, I'd definitely go down. I'm just at the stage where I'm scared to actually apply in case I DID get a job.

John Cowart said...

Bring bug spray... This is the voice of experience from Jacksonville.

Jen said...

As long as I don't have to bring my boots and mittens, I'm happy.

Renee, where in FL is Kevin again?

Jen said...

Yeah, I havent dared to apply yet. What if they call for an interview? Would I have to go DOWN there? Then what if I get hired? I'd have to actually MOVE. LOL. I'm still in the "working up the nerve" phase.

Jen said...

Holy crap!! That's awesome Missy!!!

And you'll have TIME to save money. We wouldnt go till like August. Plus, you can live with me till you find a job.