Fun fact about me — I love August to bits. It is my birthday month, Summer is in full swing, and for a little while, I feel like a child again.
Also, it has proved to be an eventful month in my life story, with a long tracked record of revolutionary changes happening. This year is not an exception, which is the reason why I am writing this post.
Sometimes, I can be quite shy about sharing day-to-day details of my life (there are other topics I can write until the kingdom come, though: how obsessed I am about this Giambattista Valli necklace, or why the hell did Netflix cancelled The OA — that was unfair game, Netflix, really…)
But how has been life like, lately?
Well, for starts our phase in Romania comes to an end. In case you are wondering, I have mixed feelings about it: on the one hand, the six years we spent here were a wonderful and enriching cultural experience I will treasure in my heart forever; on the other hand, I also feel it’s time to start the next episode of our lives. Somehow, Father Universe seems to agree, since he sent us some news that will affect our current situation.
But let’s go one step at a time.
First of all, we needed a rest
And by that, I really mean it. Sebastian’s career as a researcher can be demanding with long weekly working marathons. At this point of the year, he feels exhausted, and we take our holidays in August accordingly. Our original program included a one-week-long trip to the seaside this Summer, but a sequence of unexpected events pulled the plug on the plan. Hence, we reconsidered the circumstances and decided to visit Budapest for my birthday instead, just as we did the last two years. No need to say we are super excited about it.
At the same time, I started feeling all my potential wasn’t fully released
When I first started in my 9 to 5 new job a couple of years ago, it was OK with me. I worked hard, sure, but I was highly qualified for the position and felt satisfied, being an efficient and proactive professional. However, at a certain point I started feeling slightly stuck: the job turned quite repetitive and, in all honesty, my skills set was wasted. Also, growing opportunities inside the company were close to non-existent. At that point, I figured out I would feel happier by developing my abilities, so the next step seemed obvious.
Just as I began feeling stuck, my husband contract expired and new opportunities popped out. I will not go into further detail, but several factors aligned for us to move abroad. And here is where things turned super exciting.
We are moving to London!
Professionally, this is the most interesting option for us both — nevertheless, it is not the only reason. When I traveled as a student there back in 2010, I fell in love with London. It is such a lively place, with an amazing multicultural background where you can learn and experience so much. By nature, we are both curious people who feel much more comfortable in big cities and London is the perfect place for us to finally settle down.
And this was my life update for now. I know it was a short post but I think you deserve to know why you will be seeing some changes around here starting this Autumn. Stay tuned for more!
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Congratulations on your exciting move! X
Thank you! Very excited about all the changes coming!
Congratulations on this new adventure that you’re about to embark on. I looove August too (it’s also my birth month 😉)
Hey, Marion! So great to meet another Leo lady out there. Thank you for the nice wishes! 😘
Wow, this is so exciting! I definitely understand the feeling of needing a change of scenery, a change of job – how people work the exact same job for 30 years I’ll never know (but well done to them, to be fair). I wish you all the best in your next chapter, and if you ever write about it, I would be glad to hear how London treats you!
Don’t get me wrong, I am quite a tranquil person and would love to find a position in a company I love and simply stay there for the next 30 years. However, it seems to be difficult these days. I guess it is all about finding a company you love and which loves you back! (I am such a romantic pal in the end! 😂)
Congratulations on the upcoming changes! I wish you the very best on this next stage. I’ll stay tuned 🙂
Lindifique
Thank you! So excited about all the upcoming changes. I am sure there will be plenty opportunity to write about it soon. 😊
Your layout/theme is beautiful! So disappointing that you don’t feel fulfilled in your work but fingers crossed London can change all that for you!
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I am quite sure it will. The main reason why we are moving there is the extensive quantity of professional opportunities. And thank you about the layer! I was thinking whether I should change it or not.
Congrats on your move! How exciting. Hope it all goes well. August has been a weird month for me for many reasons. But seriously transformative x
Thank you for the nice wishes, Jenny. I do hope you are OK. I wish you a lovely month.
Congratulations! That is super exciting! I’m so happy for you that life is wrapping you back to a place that you adore so much. I can’t wait to hear more about your adventure!
P.S. Happy Birthday! It’s my birthday month too : )
Thanks Laura! I wish you a happy bday too. To be honest, it is a bit scary when you finally get what you have wished for, but I feel a lot of gratitude and happiness. Let’s see what life brings!
This all sounds so exciting! I’d love to move to London one day too, been there a few times and it’s really starting to feel like coming home every time I go there. Happy early birthday and good luck on your journey! 🙂
Hey Chloe! I truly wish you the very best making your dreams come true. Work hard for it and I am sure the sooner or the later it will happen.
Hey Allegra, hope all is well with you💕😁 How exciting you guys are moving, talk about perfect timing for the both of you!! I wholeheartedly believe that everything happens for a reason and I just know things will work out on your favor. Congratulations!🎉🥂👏🏾
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Aw, thank you so much for your nice words Natonya. 😊 The change came just in time and we are having the time of our lives here in London. Until now, we can only say positive things!