Life...Post-Grad

Wow, it's been a long time since I last updated! And while I feel like so much has changed, I also feel like nothing's going on.
On the good side, I've graduated! I can now say I have a BFA in Interior Design which is something I've always dreamed of. I'm proud of myself and proud of my education I've received at ISU.... now it's on to MAKING something of myself.
Job searching is scary. I'm not sure if it's fear of rejection, fear of never getting the opportunity to do what I love, or fear of settling into a career that I don't really want that scares me so much. I felt like I was off to a good start though in the beginning--the first set of my work, resume and references landed me an interview. I made the trip to Cedar Rapids and the interview went really really well--he really enjoyed my logo I'd made for myself, was impressed by the resume, and we even connected on my wedding color (which he was planning on painting a showroom space that color). Overall he gave me an "A+"...but unfortunately I had to turn down the second interview. I couldn't afford to pay rent in Cedar Rapids, Ames, pay student loans and still eat at the end of the day. And while I feel a little down because I it didn't work out, I know that where one door closes another opens.... I'm just still waiting for that door to open.
Yesterday I knew of a place in Ames that I wanted to take my portfolio package to. I got myself ready--I put on my same White House | Black Market dress and red heels I wore for graduation and drove myself out there. I first asked to see the lady I thought I was supposed to talk to... she wasn't in. I began telling an associate how I was wondering if they were hiring as I had just graduated, etc. She proceeded to tell me she didn't think they were.... but as she was telling this to me, a man came out of the back office area. "Well, actually this is the man you need to talk to." I introduced myself and he proceeded to lead me back to his office to discuss a possible position. It was a relaxed interview which overall I felt good about (just like I did the last job interview). I'm to call back on Monday, so I have my fingers crossed I hear good news and can start a full time job in an area similar to where I want to be.
I tend to find that's how my life goes. I always end up in the right place at the right time. I think that's how I know things will be ok.

There's a picture of myself at the Iowa State University College of Design Commencement.