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Bevb
True Blue Farmgirl
81 Posts
Bev
Moscow
ID
USA
81 Posts |
 Posted - May 16 2011 : 8:01:16 PM
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So I took the plunge and gave notice at work last week. I've been with the same firm for over 25 years, so this is going to be weird.
Anyway, I'm leaving my position as accountant with a forestry firm in July.
I'm going to be doing QuickBooks consulting, and some small bookkeeping and payroll accounts. I'm also going to do more with my Tomboy Tools business.
Hopefully, this will give me more time to work in my garden (we have 1.5 bare and empty acres) - do some sewing, and do more volunteering. I'm helping to start a food bank in our town, and have been asked to be a Mentor Mom for our MOPS group.
So, I'll be busy!
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Shi-anne
True Blue Farmgirl
596 Posts
Cheryl
Ada
OK
USA
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Posted - May 17 2011 : 05:42:12 AM
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Sounds like you have a great plan! May this step be one you'll always enjoy, Bev.
http://theprairiemaid.blogspot.com/
Farmgirls don't have hot flashes ~ They have power surges! |
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Bevb
True Blue Farmgirl
81 Posts
Bev
Moscow
ID
USA
81 Posts |
Posted - May 17 2011 : 06:10:58 AM
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Thanks Cheryl.
(And I just LOVE your tag line! Power Surges!) |
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Fiddlehead Farm
True Blue Farmgirl
4562 Posts
Diane
Waupaca
WI
USA
4562 Posts |
Posted - May 18 2011 : 03:55:18 AM
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Good for you Bev! Best of luck in your bliss.
http://studiodiphotosite.shutterfly.com/
farmgirl sister #922
Happy to be a "Raggedy Ann" in a Barbie World!
I get up every morning determined to both change the world and have one hell of a good time. Sometimes this makes planning my day difficult.
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embchicken
True Blue Farmgirl
1487 Posts
Elaine
Ocean
NJ
USA
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walkinwalkoutcattle
True Blue Farmgirl
1675 Posts
Megan
Paint Lick
KY
USA
1675 Posts |
Posted - May 18 2011 : 09:51:54 AM
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How exciting! I, too, left work-but I left to be a stay at home mom. I know that many people, especially small businesses, need Quickbooks consulting (My old work did! And they paid high prices for it!). I hope that works out well for you. Also, I'm starting to get more involved with my church and looking into becoming a consultant for a cloth diaper business. I wish you nothing but the best!
Farmgirl #2879 :)
Starbucks and sushi to green fried tomatoes and corn pudding-I wouldn't change it for the world.
www.cattleandcupcakes.blogspot.com
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knitnpickinatune
True Blue Farmgirl
1140 Posts
Sherrie
Gardena
California
USA
1140 Posts |
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Lady Woodworker
True Blue Farmgirl
259 Posts
Karen
Chamberlain
Maine
USA
259 Posts |
Posted - May 18 2011 : 3:43:38 PM
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Hooray for you Bev!
It sounds like you have a wonderful plan, plenty of skills to fall back on--the whole enchilada.
Good for you! <"}}}}><
Karen (fellow bliss-follower)
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Lady Woodworker
True Blue Farmgirl
259 Posts
Karen
Chamberlain
Maine
USA
259 Posts |
Posted - May 18 2011 : 3:59:05 PM
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And Sherrie,
Be sure to tell us all about it when your "giving notice day" comes.
Try not to look too happy! Har!
This reminds me of the "I quit song" that the character Kate sang
on the Drew Carey show some years ago.
Kate worked for a horrid nasty woman and finally one day she just snapped and broke into song:
Oh....I......hate-you-I-hate-you-I-hate-you-I-hate-you-I-hate-you-I-hate-you-I-hate-you-I-hate-you-I-hate-you-I-hate-you-I-hate-you-I-hate-you
I quiiiiiitttt (I quit). (bowing down into a lovely curtsey).
--Of course, this was even funnier because something happened in her life that made her suddenly desperate for a job--so she had to grovel to the horrible woman. She got her job back but it promised to be even worse than before. Such a scream...
I can't say that I felt the need to sing this to my boss when I gave my notice (he's a nice guy) but with my dark humor, I found it kind of fun to imagine...
har
Good luck!
Karen
Farmgirl Sister # 2419 |
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bboopster
True Blue Farmgirl
1140 Posts
Betty Jo
West Bend
Wisconsin
USA
1140 Posts |
Posted - May 19 2011 : 11:47:53 AM
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Congrads Bev!!! Seems to be the month to follow your dreams. I to turned down a replacement position at work and I have to say I skipped all the way out. It had been a long time coming. I am so happy when I hear that a Farmgirl is following her dreams. My local food Market should be opening June 1st. Might not have an income for sometime BUT I will get to wear my aprons everyday. 
http://www.bboopster.blogspot.com
Nana to 5
3 Blue Star Mother and Proud of it!
Pray for our troops to come home safe and soon.
Enjoying the road to the simple life :>) |
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SusanScarlet
True Blue Farmgirl
317 Posts
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Posted - May 20 2011 : 11:55:11 AM
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| Congratulations to each of you - choosing the path to your own bliss. The day I left my difficult corporate job I felt as though the weight of the world was lifted from my shoulders. Enjoy your new life ! |
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kathleenshoop
True Blue Farmgirl
102 Posts
kathleen
oakmont
pa
USA
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Posted - May 23 2011 : 07:03:38 AM
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Wow, what a change for you! It sounds like you've "accounted" for everything and will certainly reap the benefits. I'd love hear how things go. And I love your big smily face at the end of your post. Good luck!
Kathie
The Last Letter, A novel
http://tinyurl.com/3gj2a3y
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Originally posted by Bevb
So I took the plunge and gave notice at work last week. I've been with the same firm for over 25 years, so this is going to be weird.
Anyway, I'm leaving my position as accountant with a forestry firm in July.
I'm going to be doing QuickBooks consulting, and some small bookkeeping and payroll accounts. I'm also going to do more with my Tomboy Tools business.
Hopefully, this will give me more time to work in my garden (we have 1.5 bare and empty acres) - do some sewing, and do more volunteering. I'm helping to start a food bank in our town, and have been asked to be a Mentor Mom for our MOPS group.
So, I'll be busy!
Author, The Last Letter, The novel for every daughter who thinks she knows her mother's story... |
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Bevb
True Blue Farmgirl
81 Posts
Bev
Moscow
ID
USA
81 Posts |
Posted - Jun 09 2011 : 9:52:17 PM
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Thanks to all of you for your kind and lovely comments.
Today I took a big step - bought a new laptop, office chair and file cabinet, along with a bunch of other equipment and software.
Why does trying to make some money cost so much???
Now to finish my certification, and I'm off!!!
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FarmDream
True Blue Farmgirl
1085 Posts
Julie
TX
USA
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Posted - Jun 11 2011 : 3:03:05 PM
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Congratulations Bev! I wish I could do the same. I only work part time but it would hurt us too much if I quit. I was reading an article last night that had 5 women who had all left their jobs to pursue their own path. I told hubby I sure wish I could do that but we'd lose the house. Once we have the bills paid off it will be a different story. I sure am inspired by you ladies to make that happen sooner!
~FarmDream is Farmgirl Sister #3069
Live Today, Cherish Yesterday, Dream Tomorrow
http://naturaljulie.etsy.com
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knitnpickinatune
True Blue Farmgirl
1140 Posts
Sherrie
Gardena
California
USA
1140 Posts |
Posted - Jun 18 2011 : 07:23:36 AM
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congrats Bev!! I will be singin it from the rooftops when I give notice. Right now I'm using $$ from the part time job to boost my inventory. The biz is starting to pay for my personal expenses as well as biz expenses,which is great to see. Lets me know I'm doin the right thing.
http://www.mandolinbabe.net
http://www.fiddlebelle.com
http://www.gigulele-bag.net (Zibbet Store)
@MandolinChick on Twitter
mando pickin,uke strummin,dulcimer playin & fiddle sawin' Farmgirl #702 |
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Bevb
True Blue Farmgirl
81 Posts
Bev
Moscow
ID
USA
81 Posts |
Posted - Aug 04 2011 : 7:51:14 PM
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So I gave up the job - and FINALLY have my office set up the way I want. Finished the shelves today. Note that there is a 136 degree angle in the wall - made this project particularly tricky!
Ready to work at my own pace!!!
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