If you’ve followed me over from my previous blogs to here, then you probably know me pretty well. I try to be about as honest and truthful on my blog as I am anywhere in my life. But if you are new, here is a quick little summary of me.
Who Am I?
My name is Fitzalan. Yes, it is a mouthful. I wouldn’t change my name for the world. It is different, it is beautiful and it is seeped with tradition. I am the 8th generation Fitzalan in my family, all women. I am proud of this heritage. It is prounced much like it appears Fitz-alan. People call me Fitzalan, Fitz, Al and Alan. My family all call me Alan or Little A. I have a big sister named Abby, who my dad always called Big A, hence me being little a. (I have a lowercase a tatoo’ed on my body somewhere representing this.)
I am a 29 year old that lives outside of Washington DC. I have lived in this area for 5+ years. If you’ve never lived in metro DC, then I can’t really describe this place. It is built for overachieving, excessive workaholics and people who love to take over an hour each way to commute to work. I have worked all over the place, from a non-profit in Dupont Circle, to being a personal trainer at Washington Sports Club, to the private sector. None ended up being my fit. But I do love the area.
I have been married for nearly 3 years and my husband is my rock. We have been through a lot together (my father was diagnosed with terminal cancer just 6 months after we started dating) and continue to get stronger. I’m not sure I’d still be sane and a productive person without him. He truly makes me a better person.
I am extremely Type A. I like to plan, I like to schedule and I need to have control. These are all things that typically don’t go along with a person who just ups and quits their jobs. Therefore, this experience is going to get interesting!
Interest: Yes, in all this time of work, work, work–I have forgotten what my hobbies are. What do I enjoy doing? Do I have hobbies? I think I like playing the piano, I think I like photography, there may be a creative/artsy side to me…I don’t even remember. I am obsessed with working out. It is one of the main ways I deal with stress and feel content. I am currently addicted to swimming (I was trained as a swimmer from age 3)….but I used to be a die hard long distance runner, but a massive knee injury put an end to that. I have done triathlons, etc. I do love moving and feeling strong and in control.
Why Write A Blog?
I love to write. I find it cathartic. Words+paper=clarity of mind. It gets my emotions and feelings flowing and I am able to visualize a problem better. It helps me find a solution and establish a game plan better. I mean, I am such a list maker, having a blog is just sort of keep a list of my thoughts, dreams, accomplishments, etc.
What’s My Story
Currently–I quit my job….without a new job. That is right. I took the plunge, jumped off the cliff without a parachute…whatever your terminology is. But I did it. In an economy where people are doing just about anything to keep their job, I elected to give mine up. I can’t explain how miserable I was at my job. When you are driving home from work and think “Well if I got in a car wreak and died, at least I wouldn’t have to deal with work anymore” then it is time for something to give. Work was definitely negatively affecting every single aspect of my life and I need something to change. Work isn’t worth ruining who you are, your relationships and your health. Truly–money isn’t everything.
Where Are We Going From Here?
To be honest, I have no idea. I’m scared. I’m terrified. I am incredibly excited. I don’t think I have ever had an opportunity like this. I truly see the world as my oyster right now. My whole life I tried to select a career, then I went to school for that career, then I got jobs in said career. Guess what, I think all those choices maybe weren’t the right choices for me. And now I’m backtracking and trying to figure it out. What is it that I love? How can I feel fulfilled and passionate about what I do in life? To be honest, I don’t even know what I feel passionate about.
And such is the journey that I am taking us on.
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