Changes on the Horizon

Yes, the rumors are true. For those of you in the local area, you may have already heard.

There are big changes coming on the horizon around here.

I have a new job. I actually started already (part time for the summer, will be full time in the fall). My new position is a Quality Improvement Consultant for the Early Childhood Investment Corporation and the Upper Peninsula Great Start Quality Resource Center.

Life as we know it is going to be very different,

but I am excited about the upcoming challenges and adventures.

Don't worry... I'll still be blogging,

my focus may shift a bit...

and if you don't see me online for awhile don't worry

.... I'll be back, after I finish juggling all of the real life adventures!

Oh, and I'm still providing training sessions. With this new position, I will have some more flexibility and may even be taking some of my training sessions on the road!

Comments

Denise said…

wow! Good luck Amy! Those are big changes!

June 14, 2012 at 11:23 PM

Phyllis said…

This is wonderful! I hope you love it! I am looking forward to seeing it all unfold for you.

June 15, 2012 at 10:17 AM

Anonymous said…

Holy buckets! You, too??? It seems I know too many closing right now! However, the best of luck in your new adventures, and as you and your family transition!

June 15, 2012 at 1:23 PM

Tom Bedard said…

Amy, good for you. It sounds like you will be in a position to have even a broader impact on the early childhood community up there and beyond. Best of luck in your new endeavors.

June 18, 2012 at 9:20 AM

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