MotM

The subject is the abbreviation for the slogan of the city I have an interview with next week. Those in my immediate family already know the city's true identity, but in an effort to remain somewhat anonymous in this bloated electronic world, I am trying to not put all identifying information out. Also, my hopes for MotM are really high, and I am testing a theory that referring to the city as something other than what it truly is will help me step back and approach the interview more rationally and with fewer expectations.

As I mentioned in a previous post, the mayor of MotM gave his 3rd annual State of the City address this past Monday. I drove the X amount of hours from my home to spend some time exploring the city with a friend who lives there before attending the address and meeting some of the city officials. I thoroughly enjoyed my tour and the speech. I had a chance to talk with the mayor, the city manager, the new sustainability officer, and Tom Harkin's senior aide, among others. Several of the people I was able to connect with will be on the interview panel next week and I am hoping having a face to put to the name and voice will prove beneficial to all of us.

I was in MotM for less than 24 hours, but it did not take me long to decide I liked the city and felt comfortable. I am hoping for a chance to go back for a longer amount of time and really get to know the place. Time will tell.

I also really enjoyed my time with my buddy who lives in MotM. We don't get to see each other often enough, which made the time and conversation all the more enjoyable. Yayy for friendships!

Today I made a trip to Ames to catch up with my old coworkers. I still miss my Iowa State job and love that I can return to the building unannounced and be welcomed with open arms and many excited exclamations. We did not have nearly long enough to catch up, which means I just have to go back sometime! Oh darn.

Tomorrow I plan on being thoroughly lazy. I have been going non-stop since I arrived home; I'm ready for some real downtime! I am looking forward to a day of pajamas and a cat climbing all over me.

Note: I really miss Tucker. It has always been hard to leave him behind, especially since I know he is not well-liked by anyone who lives in the house with him. Whenever I come home he reminds me how much he loves me. I think everyone should have an animal simply because I believe everyone should have the chance to be loved unconditionally.

It's late. Time for lots of good, peaceful sleep!

Love!

~g