November leaves

This is the time of year that the leaves fall from the trees and as the calendar shows us the end of November, I look back at the month that includes Thanksgiving and my birthday. It was also an election day that had most of the United States experiencing a bit of tension. And on a professional level, I saw the end of my time with a company that I’d been proud to be a part of for 21 out of the past 22 years.

The end of November also means the end of my company health insurance. I already had a few appointments scheduled but added a few more once I learned my job was going away. I’ve filed my paperwork for COBRA so it should mean that once it’s processed I have health insurance. Hopefully, I’ll land in a new job (with benefits) soon but I have a better understanding of the stress associated with those lacking benefits.

I’m not sure what will take place in December but am hopeful for new beginnings.