July is a big month for me. It is a marker for a number of significant things in my life including my anniversary, our annual North Dakota trip and more recently, the month in which I left my career of 26 years at QBP.
It’s been quite a journey these past two years since I left Q. There has been so much good. I am healthier. I am happier. I have started 2 small businesses and am working on my 3rd.
There has also been quite a bit of challenge. I continue to have a lot of challenges related to my old identity at Q. My working there gave me so much. I would be lying if I said that I am over it. I miss the good people (and despite changes and a loss of many amazing folks, there are still some good people there) and the brands that we built from the ground up. I am still trying to define my identity without Q. Lots has occurred at Q after I left and I suspect it will continue to evolve and change. Heck I get text messages almost every week with rumors and happenings. Every time I read something about layoffs of my former peers and old friends or Q brand changes I feel it. I doubt I will ever be able to fully let that go. I was proud of the work we did together.
As I was mulling over whether or not I should write this post, this quote was delivered to me through my social media channels. The universe delivers again.
you cannot erase memories but you can let go of the heavy energy that is attached to them
Yung Pueblo
Slowly, and with a lot of bicycle miles, I am starting to find that path forward and the identity and vision that reflects who I am. It’s a vision and identity not linked to Q, Q brands and what is happening at Q at any given point in time. I’ve got to keep moving forward my way and stay focused on the things that I control and define.
I think it’s time to go pedal and keep working toward those personal goals. I am so thankful to be in control of my future and path.
ImagineGnat 