Hi Again,
First off,nice post Brad. And congratulations on moving to your new post. Learn from the folks there, and see how smooth that operation can be.
Robyn is feeling much better from all that I can see. That's really good news. It's been a long 6 weeks for her.
I've received all of your responses on my camping questions. Thank you. With the exception of Scott, who has a schedule based on his work commitments, it looks like the rest of us will be traveling together in two cars. That'll be good. We'll gel more details when we get closer. Keep track of all your Great American Adventure gear.
We had a car switch up day yesterday, where Brad's car that I brought up to the compound, was delivered back to Brad, after he brought back Robyn's car that he was using. During a game that Mom, Brad and I were playing, there was a clang on out front deck cover. Turned out one of those flying, remote control helicopter things went out of control and crashed on the roof. It was a pretty cheap one, more a toy, and it likely strayed beyond the tiny powered radio could reach. Not much use without the matching controller, but it was an interesting few minutes.
The weather sure warmed up didn't it? About time.
Over and Out for now!
Dad
Sunday, May 28, 2017
Saturday, May 20, 2017
Change is in the Wind
Well, it has been a while since there has been a Brad Post. Here is a quick update on the things happening in my life.
Last year was the year of expanding my horizons, looking inward, and really trying to determine where I am headed in life. Thus, the 52 books in 52 weeks idea was born. I was able to meet that goal while still choosing some very challenging books. I am really proud of that accomplishment. I think it did a lot of good for me.
This year is less about understanding and analyzing life, this is the year for doing. I have yet to read a single book this year but it is due to making time for other goals.
I started things off by getting a better work schedule. I switched from working overnights which were slowly eating away at me, to working days! Now I wake up before the sun, which is the closest to being a farmer that I'll probably ever get. Then I got some new linens and bed things to help sleep better. Happy sleep is a Happy life.
Following that I bought a bicycle and started biking to work. Except for about 1 day a month, I've been consistently riding to work and back on my bike. Woot! An Active life is a Happy life.
Furthermore, I wanted to try and gain some more life experience. With the help of Robyn and her roommate, I was able to get an interview with the Readi lab at UW. It is a lab that works on developing new ways of early identifying and treating of autism. I hope to volunteer there. I will know more about that opportunity next month when I meet with the Dr who heads it up.
I also wanted to try and get out of Security, I came to a point where I decided that I had hit my ceiling as far is growth is concerned and that there wasn't a lot of future in the department for me. In June I will have been at Seattle Children's Hospital for three years. Three years! I can't believe it. Seems like just yesterday I got a job here. I've been working my tail off in Security to try and make a name for myself. Apparently I did too.
Recently I've been interviewing for a Supervisor position over the Admissions Department.
Yesterday, I got pulled into the hiring managers office and he offered me the job. I am now the Supervisor of Admissions. I don't start for a couple more weeks but I am really excited for the change. I've given three years to Security. I am leaving the team on a very good note. My current Security Director said some very kind things to me and said I always have a place on the team if I need it. I am ready for the next page in my life. I get to lead a team and I get to shape the culture for the department! I've missed being in leadership and after years of hard work, I finally get another chance at it.
Last year was the year of learning, of sitting quiet and still, of thinking, and of internal growth. This year is the year of action, of moving forward, and of outward growth. A lot of things are changing and so many of them are for the better.
Thanks for reading along. I hope all is well with all of you.
Until next time,
-Bradley
Last year was the year of expanding my horizons, looking inward, and really trying to determine where I am headed in life. Thus, the 52 books in 52 weeks idea was born. I was able to meet that goal while still choosing some very challenging books. I am really proud of that accomplishment. I think it did a lot of good for me.
This year is less about understanding and analyzing life, this is the year for doing. I have yet to read a single book this year but it is due to making time for other goals.
I started things off by getting a better work schedule. I switched from working overnights which were slowly eating away at me, to working days! Now I wake up before the sun, which is the closest to being a farmer that I'll probably ever get. Then I got some new linens and bed things to help sleep better. Happy sleep is a Happy life.
Following that I bought a bicycle and started biking to work. Except for about 1 day a month, I've been consistently riding to work and back on my bike. Woot! An Active life is a Happy life.
Furthermore, I wanted to try and gain some more life experience. With the help of Robyn and her roommate, I was able to get an interview with the Readi lab at UW. It is a lab that works on developing new ways of early identifying and treating of autism. I hope to volunteer there. I will know more about that opportunity next month when I meet with the Dr who heads it up.
I also wanted to try and get out of Security, I came to a point where I decided that I had hit my ceiling as far is growth is concerned and that there wasn't a lot of future in the department for me. In June I will have been at Seattle Children's Hospital for three years. Three years! I can't believe it. Seems like just yesterday I got a job here. I've been working my tail off in Security to try and make a name for myself. Apparently I did too.
Recently I've been interviewing for a Supervisor position over the Admissions Department.
Yesterday, I got pulled into the hiring managers office and he offered me the job. I am now the Supervisor of Admissions. I don't start for a couple more weeks but I am really excited for the change. I've given three years to Security. I am leaving the team on a very good note. My current Security Director said some very kind things to me and said I always have a place on the team if I need it. I am ready for the next page in my life. I get to lead a team and I get to shape the culture for the department! I've missed being in leadership and after years of hard work, I finally get another chance at it.
Last year was the year of learning, of sitting quiet and still, of thinking, and of internal growth. This year is the year of action, of moving forward, and of outward growth. A lot of things are changing and so many of them are for the better.
Thanks for reading along. I hope all is well with all of you.
Until next time,
-Bradley
Friday, May 19, 2017
Mid-Spring
Again, nothing earth shaking.
It's down to double digits for the days to the Great American Adventure Eclipse camping trip. We have the campground from Aug 17th (Thursday) with a break camp day of Wednesday Aug 23rd. The Eclipse is the morning of Aug 21, Monday. All are welcome for as many or as few days as your schedule will allow. We are planning on doing some exploring of the local area to pick just the best place to experience the eclipse as we can manage.
As we get closer, it'd be good to start working among yourselves for car sharing, and the come and go dates that you need for your schedule. Mom and I (and Henry) will be pulling the camper, and can have up to 2 other riders with us, one way or both, again considering your schedules.
Thanks for the well wishes for my friend Chuck. I was able to visit him down at the UW hospital. It was a more involved surgery than anticipated, with a 2nd trip to the operating room, and I hear 3 jolts with the heart shocker. He's now doing well and will be doing his getting back to strength from his Renton home base.
I am pulling for Robyn to get back to her active life soon.
Take Care All!
Dad
It's down to double digits for the days to the Great American Adventure Eclipse camping trip. We have the campground from Aug 17th (Thursday) with a break camp day of Wednesday Aug 23rd. The Eclipse is the morning of Aug 21, Monday. All are welcome for as many or as few days as your schedule will allow. We are planning on doing some exploring of the local area to pick just the best place to experience the eclipse as we can manage.
As we get closer, it'd be good to start working among yourselves for car sharing, and the come and go dates that you need for your schedule. Mom and I (and Henry) will be pulling the camper, and can have up to 2 other riders with us, one way or both, again considering your schedules.
Thanks for the well wishes for my friend Chuck. I was able to visit him down at the UW hospital. It was a more involved surgery than anticipated, with a 2nd trip to the operating room, and I hear 3 jolts with the heart shocker. He's now doing well and will be doing his getting back to strength from his Renton home base.
I am pulling for Robyn to get back to her active life soon.
Take Care All!
Dad
Thursday, May 4, 2017
Spring
I'm doing a little light reflection this morning.
One of the annual, little treats during my prior working job, was when I drove in to work in the early morning and it was light out. This started in May, and lasts into early August.
It was so nice to trek East on I-90 and be able to see the sky (other than black), and the light on lake Sammamish as I went by. It was just a nice period, although short, in the year where it was fun to drive up to Snoqualmie.
I was reminded of that this morning, when I got up and found I didn't need to turn a light on to do my morning routine here at the compound. Brought a smile to my face, even if no one was up to see it.
My friend Chuck has a pretty major heart operation scheduled for next week. I'm also thinking of him this morning.
Well, that's about it. Just some light thoughts I wanted to share. Have a great day!
Dad
PS. May the 4th be with you!
One of the annual, little treats during my prior working job, was when I drove in to work in the early morning and it was light out. This started in May, and lasts into early August.
It was so nice to trek East on I-90 and be able to see the sky (other than black), and the light on lake Sammamish as I went by. It was just a nice period, although short, in the year where it was fun to drive up to Snoqualmie.
I was reminded of that this morning, when I got up and found I didn't need to turn a light on to do my morning routine here at the compound. Brought a smile to my face, even if no one was up to see it.
My friend Chuck has a pretty major heart operation scheduled for next week. I'm also thinking of him this morning.
Well, that's about it. Just some light thoughts I wanted to share. Have a great day!
Dad
PS. May the 4th be with you!
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