As most of you already know, I received a promotion last week to be a District Manager for Abercrombie & Fitch. I have worked for this company since 2007. Throughout college, I worked part time and in January of 2011, I became a part of the manager and training program. In march of 2011, I became an assistant manager. In July of 2012 I was promoted to be the store manager at South Hills Hollister and in December of that same year I was promoted to be the store manager at Ross Park Hollister. Instead of running a single store, I will now have seven throughout the state of Maryland.
This promotion is the most amazing thing that has ever happened to me. I love this career and this company more than anything in the entire world. Over the years, I have created friendships with colleagues that will undoubtedly last a lifetime.
Sometimes, life throws you for a loop (or two, or ten).
If you would have asked me how my life was going two months ago, three weeks ago, and yesterday: I would have different answers every single time. I won't reflect on the negative events or people because it's not worth my breath or my typing but I will say that, ultimately, everything worked out exactly the way it was supposed to.
When I was younger I used to watch One Tree Hill. In one of the episodes, Peyton poses the question: "Imagine the moment in your life when all of your dreams come true. It's the greatest moment of your life. Who is standing next to you?"
So, there I was, experiencing the moment when all of my dreams came true. The most important people in my life were standing next to me. I wouldn't have had it any other way. I am so grateful for every single one of you. I can't even describe it. All of you (and many more) have become members of my family. Every one of you has influenced me to succeed.
The fact that I got to spend my promotion day with so many members of my anf family was absolutely amazing and I am so thankful that everyone was able to celebrate with me.
Over the last couple of weeks, I have received countless cards (which I LOVE), from a wide variety of people that have worked with me over the last couple of years. Each one of these cards is packed in my suitcase to take to Maryland with me. These will remind me that change is good (often times GREAT) and sometimes, all someone needs is a little bit of inspiration to succeed just like we have. To me, it's almost funny that everyone writes out cards thanking me for what I've done for their career. Truly, you all need to be thanked by me. Each one of you has been one portion of the rock that has held me down even when times got tough. I am eternally grateful for the friendships that we have made and I know that you guys are all going to do amazing things.
I received a new phone this week with a new number, so if you guys do not have my information yet just send me a text on the old number. My calls and texts are being forwarded for the next couple of days. Just because I don't live in Pittsburgh anymore doesn't mean that you can't call me for any miscellaneous questions that you may have.
Off to Maryland I go! I'm taking all of you with me in my heart! <3
Here's to embracing change,
accepting challenges
and exceeding expectations
Xoxo
