Dawn of a New Phase
We’re on the eve of ‘big school’. My five year position as House CEO and Stay at Home Mum have come to an end. As I reflect on my overall performance I’d probably give myself a B-. I did ok. I did my best in a position that I wasn’t naturally suited to.
It’s time to move on to the next phase, a phase I’ve been needing for a while now.
Last week I signed papers and went into business with Antonia Chitty. We’ll be creating and running a number of e-courses helping small businesses harness the power of social media and blogging. I’m very excited about the opportunity and plan to put plenty of effort in to ensure it’s a success. It feels fantastic to be ‘in business’! I’m currently creating a six month e-course with multi-media content and lots of other bells and whistles, it’s giving me the chance to utilise the skills and knowledge I’ve gained over the last four years.
I’ve mentioned a few times now that I’m starting university, it’s not something I really need to do but it’s something I’ve always wanted to do and I think it will be worth it. I’m hoping that the experience sparks new business ideas, gives me an opportunity to make contacts and one day it may be useful if I decide I want to get a job. I don’t start for a few weeks yet but I’m sure there’ll be many tales to come 
Finally, there’s a general sense of moving on. We’ve been discussing holidays and future plans, and I’ve even made a list (I couldn’t help myself – I love lists!).
Do you have a list like this? I’d love to see other people’s…mostly because I’m nosy!
So that’s me, what about you?
This post is bittersweet for me, as Mini starts school in September nad I will be busy rethinking about my time
So very proud of you my lovely.
You may think you’re a B- but you are such a great role model for your little girl. I’d put you somewhere nearer an A
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Woohoo – such an exciting time. And yes, give yourself great marks for making the most of your time at home.
Brilliant, Erica. Sounds like a really exciting venture. Now I’ll go and check out your list …
TheMadHouse – I’ve tried to be positive about it, I think this new phase will be just as fun
Awww Tara, you’re gonna get me started again.
Antonia – Indeed! and busy too
“I did my best in a position that I wasn?t naturally suited to.” This phrase really struck a chord with me. I get the impression you’ve achieved so much already and now ready to be ‘unleashed’ – wow watch out world! Best wishes for the season ahead and I look forward to seeing what unfolds.
Grace – Wow, what a comment
Parenting came naturally to me but not staying at home to parent full time, I found that quite hard.
Aww she looks so cute in her little uniform!! I cannot imagine this yet my girl is only 9m. Must be a really funny feeling. I am a total list making girl. Not the boring stuff like ‘pay gas bill’ but for future plans and ideas. Good luck with the next phase I’m sure it will be great.
Thanks Motherfunster – does feel a bit weird to be the mum of a school child!
Awww! She looks very grown up!!
Good luck with Uni and the new course! 
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Thanks Emma, I’m really looking forward to it now.