So...bright future?

Okay, well, there's this part of me that loves doing this and a part of me that doesn't want to keep up with this blog. So, I go back and forth on my decision to keep it and I take the "drastic" measure in deleting it. I think I have actually come to the point of wanting to keep this and anything I don't want to post here will go to my Myspace blog. Of course that blog is filled with various subjects. Recently they have been surveys because the bulletins are bombarded enough with them. But enough about that subject.

And I come to the topic: so...bright future? Well, my goals that I had laid out may take a turn for the better in a different direction. I have two very good opportunities staring me in the face. The first was handed to me yesterday. I actually have the opportunity to leave the state of Alabama and start an actual career based on two days of me volunteering. What is this position? I will be trained to handle cats. Not just any cats. Big cats. Lions, tigers, cougars, leopards, and jaguars. This offers so many possibilities. And it seems as if I was destined for this all along. I have been in love with animals, specifically exotic, since I was a little girl taking care of my stuffed animals (all of which were bears or some form of wild animal). When I was a toddler, I wanted to be the one who took care of the animals, not in a medical fashion but in training and handling.

My adventure with the opportunity was actually a last minute volunteer project. Friday night was my first time going to Jubilee City Fest. I went with Brittany and her friend Justin to see the Goo Goo Dolls in concert (FREAKIN' AWESOME!!!!). Of course we got there a few hours early and walked around. The concert wasn't until 10:15pm and it was only 6:45pm. At around 7:25 I spotted a bright orange banner with black lettering titled, "Great Cat Adventure." Curious - and because it had the word "cat" in it -, I walked over to a neatly set up exhibit. There, fenced in, were three six-week-old tiger cubs. I got a few pictures and a video of them. They were precious. We left and came back about twenty minutes later. Brittany pointed to a sign that said they were looking for volunteers. I had to take the opportunity and I asked what I had to do.

All I needed was $20, of which I sorely lacked. However, Justin paid my way and I can't thank his kind heart enough for allowing me that chance. Of course, I'll pay him back double the money because this is one opportunity I was desperately wanting. Anyway, I was allowed in and up until 10:00, I not only got to pet the cubs, but I was allowed in the fence with them. There were two boys and a girl. Their names were Izzy, Irvin, and Ilyse. Izzy was my favorite because I felt an immediate attachment to him. He was very playful and attentive. I got my picture taken with him on Saturday.

Another good thing about this was I had been on my feet for several hours. Yes, I was in pain, but I didn't care. I wasn't about to let my physical condition keep me from helping out with them. I spent so much time with them. It was really cool working with the crew, too. Jay and Jamie (bosses) actually had more cats with them, but due to lack of room - and certain laws, I guess - they could not put the others on display. I did get to see the others yesterday, though. They had two other, bigger tigers (Goliath and Gabby), a cougar (Phoenix), a leopard (Sabel), and a lion (Nala). All were beautiful and well taken care of. This group is just so very awesome and amazing to be around. They are professional in what they do and they love their animals. Anyway, I'll get into the specifics of the job later on.

My second opportunity was handed to me Friday, but was discussed last night. Heather and her boyfriend Joel are planning to renew their lease this June and asked if I would like to be their new roommate. This makes me feel happy in that my first roommates will be perfect for me. Heather and I have known each other since we were girls, and though we can argue, we always make up. Joel and I haven't really known each other long, but last night we laid down our ground rules, our warnings and so on. If there is a problem, we all agree to discuss things rationally. Joel is very good for Heather. I have seen a lot of positive changes in her since they started dating. I am very happy for her. In conclusion, this option is more likely to be my choice, considering that it gives me time to move into a better grasp on larger responsibilities. The other job will have to wait, although I'm not entirely sure how long they will. I'm hoping if I stay in contact, they'll keep me in consideration.

Um...oh yeah. As much as I was into saying "I'm not a fan of organized religion", ironically enough, I did join a church yesterday. I think I know what my problem was. I rather dislike large churches. I find it difficult for me to join a church that I have not grown with. This church is small and quite comfortable. It's nondenominational, which is perfect really. However, the preacher is Pentecostal, and that I have no problem with. I love the Pentecostal way in faith. Anyway, another thing is the last few churches were more of an "I'll go because it's my obligation as a Christian". This one is an "Oh, yes! I want to be a part of that!" Mainly, I never felt the actual need to go to a church. I never actually wanted to go. I guess it's because I can start with a small church and be able to grow with it.

This is a lot to write about and it's a lot for me to take in. I've had so much on my mind very recently and it's mostly not good, but it hasn't really bothered me. The two opportunities are both great. But the latter one seems more reasonable. I look forward to moving in with Heather and Joel. However, I can't help but wonder about the "what if" side of everything. That's too stressful and it's neither here nor there...well maybe there. Oh yeah. If I do take the job with the animals, my new home would be in Fort Worth, Texas. I believe that's correct.

Okay, that's enough for now.

Laters.

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