Yesterday, Stephen called on his way home from his new job at BYU Idaho. I asked how things had gone and he said, "Pretty good, but I have something I'm concerned about – something I didn't see coming. Nobody told me about it and I didn't think to ask." My mind wondered which direction that comment could lead to for a second and then I asked, "What's that?" He said, "I am going to have to wear a tie everyday!" I giggled out loud and inside myself and also got a little bit worried too. This is definitely going to stretch poor Stephen. Not only is he going to have an 8-5 office job and task to shave everyday, he will get the privilege of strangling himself with a tie each day. As I type this my love for him grows all the more.
This morning I helped him pick out his outfit as he shook his head wondering what he has just gotten himself into. I had to take these pictures because I feel like I'm sending my child off to his first day of first grade. I'm used to having Stephen home in the afternoons and it is going to be quite an adjustment for all of us. When I called him over for the picture this morning he took the stance of posing for a mug shot. hahaha. He did say, "this job is going to make me a better person." And it really will.
On the other hand, Stephen was excited to tell me how awesome the job will be. He is excited to be working with cutting edge servers and technology, happy to see past co workers excited to welcome him back, and also said he could get used to a lot of the perks offered at the University.
With a little time and a necessary shopping trip for some dress shirts and pants, Stephen is going to be settled in just fine.
Comments:
Ri Ri said…
fancy!
Tuesday, May 17, 2011 5:01:24 PM
Paul said…
I wear a tie everyday too! You get used to it and it is always nice to look your best. By the way felicidades!
Tuesday, May 17, 2011 8:39:56 PM
Stephen said…
I am impressed that you can do it, it is harder than I had imagined.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011 9:28:44 PM
John said…
Welcome to the club. If you start to get discouraged remember at least you don’t have to wear a jacket too. I am excited for you. Dress for success!! You will get used to it. You will appreciate your casual duds way more.
Tuesday, May 17, 2011 9:33:15 PM
Magan said…
Eric is in the TIE club too
Wednesday, May 18, 2011 7:53:43 PM
Dad said…
You look real efficient and well dressed, Maybe I should dress up a little more in retirement.
Wednesday, May 18, 2011 9:55:51 PM