Toward the end of my senior year of college I took a class in advertising copywriting taught by the late Mel Helitzer. He passed away earlier this year and was an amazing mind. He’ll definitely be missed. I thought of the class and Helitzer last night as I compiled portfolio materials for an interview today. As I put together the compilation, I come to the realization that I’ve really come a long way in the past five years. Made me think of a classic Virginia Slims tagline Helitzer often quoted: You’ve Come a Long Way, Baby.

 Once I printed out my samples and had them bound at Kinko’s (sorry…Fedex Office), I felt very proud of myself. I felt a sense of professional accomplishment for the first time in a few months. It definitely boosted my confidence as I geared up for the interview this morning. I think the interview went well. It’s a tricky situation that should have some resolution in the coming weeks.

But part of me feels like listening to President Obama and making a “change.”

When I first moved to Charlotte in 2004, my intention was to stay here for three to five years. My five-year anniversary was in June and I’m kind of torn on whether or not Charlotte is the place I’d like to spend the next five years of my life. Sure, I definitely enjoy the city, but I feel there are a lot of other places I could be and live happily. I’m lucky in that I don’t have a spouse or children to think about when contemplating a move … just a house. But as a wise former coworker once said, “Houses sell.” I think this still holds true, even in this economy.

As you probably noticed, this is my first post in quite some time. I just haven’t had much to share as of late. But I’m feeling good about the weeks and months ahead. Fall is my favorite season and I know it will bring cooler temperatures, pretty colors and, of course, a new opportunity for me!