Circus

We are nearing the end of our lease (http://bozeman.craigslist.org/apa/4372053813.html), and we’re excited about embarking on a journey across the valley (https://williammartin.com/2014/03/26/aero-cafe/). At work, I’m currently navigating through performance reviews, which have become somewhat complicated due to a past mistake.

Regarding my “mistake”? Well, I generally avoid discussing work issues on my blog to maintain a sense of professionalism. However, since I’ve faced challenges that have highlighted my imperfections, it seems only fair to express my disappointment with my employer.

In essence, I was initially hired to develop web-based applications using PHP and MySQL. Unfortunately, the arrival of a new CIO drastically changed my job landscape. He eliminated the position I was passionate about, quite ruthlessly, and reassigned me to the database administration group. This shift has left me feeling out of place and struggling, a stark contrast to my previous performance levels. I jokingly refer to Bozeman as “BozeAngeles,” a place I never envisioned living in, if not for my ill-advised decision to apply for the job. Nevertheless, I find myself having to play the hand I’ve been dealt, which has seen my performance decline from excellent to poor.

Yet, I remain optimistic. Life has a way of working out, doesn’t it? Finding a paradise to live in, or having the courage to move on if it turns out not to be one, is all part of this grand circus we call life.