Thursday
01May
My Life Purpose and Upcoming Excitement!
Thu, May 1, 2008
I've had many "dreams" or "pulls" in my life ~ always towards a life purpose. I have children, one purpose in my life was obviously to be a momma to 3 and a step mom to one. Another purpose was to take Daniel as my husband, there was plenty of Universal Guidance at play with that one (believe me!).
So why have I felt like I haven't done what I'm supposed to be doing in another aspect of my life?
I'm an accountant and small business adviser. I'm even a database gal too! I own my own business. But does being in that career give me a purpose? No. Sadly, no.
No one is going to be all the better in their "life" if I do their books, banking, or database. They may be able to go home at night without worrying about tasks, but does it contribute to their welfare? Nope. Again, sadly, no.
So what's missing? I have a huge VOID in my life. I'll explain a bit of Monica 101 to you.
1) Graduating from High School I was signed up for a 7 year agreement with the Air Force. My scores were high, and I could choose certain career paths. I chose a Security K9 Specialist. That would have meant, (as long as it held), I would get a dog and train for anything... bombs, narcotics, firearms... etc. I was SO completely excited as my date to leave approached. Sadly, again... something happened to get me OUT of the military. I won't go too much into it, but suffice it to say when I could actually enter - I was 7 weeks pregnant. Doh!
2) After having babies and such I began a massive amount of applications, ride-alongs, testing for Police departments. By that time my brother was an officer, and the two of us would have just been in the same career. Hey, that was right down the same alley and perhaps I could go into investigations for a city or K9 unit! Obviously, that wasn't the way the Universe decided I should go so a certain issue came up and OUT of that I was.
3) ... the here and now - investigating into SAR K9. This is search and rescue K9 team. Completely volunteer!
I'm at #3 now. I've contacted the local CARDA chapter and one of the trainers contacted me back and took time with me explaining the different disciplines. The work of being a volunteer Search and Rescue team is quite tough, and the trainings are 2x a week with you and your dog. Not to mention the certifications that are required of course. Red Cross certs, First Responder 80 hour training + ALOT MORE! It takes about 2 years for you and your dog to be "Mission Ready". It's a serious commitment to be sure and one I don't take lightly.
I cannot tell you how completely excited I am about reaching towards this venture and perhaps life long endeavor. I'm going on Sunday with them to a training in the hills and brush nearby. I'll be bringing my hiking boots, backpack and ever curious mind. I am so completely EXCITED!
I had contacted this group about 7 years or so ago and realized at that time that being a single momma and getting called out for a search in the middle of the night (you KNOW that's when they happen. ;) ) I'd have an issue with the kids. So I decided with the guidance from the team member that waiting until they were older would be a much better position to be in.
So here I am. Researching everything I possibly can regarding what type of searches I need to be trained for. Happy that my car can get me to Longitude and Latitude coordinates, 'cause that's how they give out locations for trainings... LOL Phew.
Excitement aside ~ I have been asked for years why this is something I've wanted to do. I mean being in the Wilderness perhaps, or at a recent disaster, searching for folks in need - yes Dead or alive by the way. Many friends and family have always asked "why would you do that?". I have searched for the words to explain and I guess it boils down to ~
For me it would be a privilege to serve others in this way.
As for the dog, they know of breeders for GSDs (German Shepards) which is the breed I'm most interested for this. Although, I keep looking at Sammy and his nose of doom (seriously you cannot hide from this dog!) wondering if it wouldn't be an idea to see what he's capable of. Who knows, I'm not at that point yet.
I'll blog on how it went and if I could keep up!
Love and Light to you and yours,
Monica
So why have I felt like I haven't done what I'm supposed to be doing in another aspect of my life?
I'm an accountant and small business adviser. I'm even a database gal too! I own my own business. But does being in that career give me a purpose? No. Sadly, no.
No one is going to be all the better in their "life" if I do their books, banking, or database. They may be able to go home at night without worrying about tasks, but does it contribute to their welfare? Nope. Again, sadly, no.
So what's missing? I have a huge VOID in my life. I'll explain a bit of Monica 101 to you.
1) Graduating from High School I was signed up for a 7 year agreement with the Air Force. My scores were high, and I could choose certain career paths. I chose a Security K9 Specialist. That would have meant, (as long as it held), I would get a dog and train for anything... bombs, narcotics, firearms... etc. I was SO completely excited as my date to leave approached. Sadly, again... something happened to get me OUT of the military. I won't go too much into it, but suffice it to say when I could actually enter - I was 7 weeks pregnant. Doh!
2) After having babies and such I began a massive amount of applications, ride-alongs, testing for Police departments. By that time my brother was an officer, and the two of us would have just been in the same career. Hey, that was right down the same alley and perhaps I could go into investigations for a city or K9 unit! Obviously, that wasn't the way the Universe decided I should go so a certain issue came up and OUT of that I was.
3) ... the here and now - investigating into SAR K9. This is search and rescue K9 team. Completely volunteer!
I'm at #3 now. I've contacted the local CARDA chapter and one of the trainers contacted me back and took time with me explaining the different disciplines. The work of being a volunteer Search and Rescue team is quite tough, and the trainings are 2x a week with you and your dog. Not to mention the certifications that are required of course. Red Cross certs, First Responder 80 hour training + ALOT MORE! It takes about 2 years for you and your dog to be "Mission Ready". It's a serious commitment to be sure and one I don't take lightly.
I cannot tell you how completely excited I am about reaching towards this venture and perhaps life long endeavor. I'm going on Sunday with them to a training in the hills and brush nearby. I'll be bringing my hiking boots, backpack and ever curious mind. I am so completely EXCITED!
I had contacted this group about 7 years or so ago and realized at that time that being a single momma and getting called out for a search in the middle of the night (you KNOW that's when they happen. ;) ) I'd have an issue with the kids. So I decided with the guidance from the team member that waiting until they were older would be a much better position to be in.
So here I am. Researching everything I possibly can regarding what type of searches I need to be trained for. Happy that my car can get me to Longitude and Latitude coordinates, 'cause that's how they give out locations for trainings... LOL Phew.
Excitement aside ~ I have been asked for years why this is something I've wanted to do. I mean being in the Wilderness perhaps, or at a recent disaster, searching for folks in need - yes Dead or alive by the way. Many friends and family have always asked "why would you do that?". I have searched for the words to explain and I guess it boils down to ~
because the ones that are lost, whether they are dead or alive deserve to be found. I'd like to add to the number of folks trained to find them and perhaps give just a bit more of a chance to be found.
They and their families deserve it.
They and their families deserve it.
For me it would be a privilege to serve others in this way.
As for the dog, they know of breeders for GSDs (German Shepards) which is the breed I'm most interested for this. Although, I keep looking at Sammy and his nose of doom (seriously you cannot hide from this dog!) wondering if it wouldn't be an idea to see what he's capable of. Who knows, I'm not at that point yet.
I'll blog on how it went and if I could keep up!
Love and Light to you and yours,
Monica
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Reader Comments (7)
Peace,love and light,
T.
I am way excited and nervous too... :) I have my hiking boots on all day today to make sure they will be okay for Sunday. LOL
I'm such a dork.
Hugs! Maybe one of the trainings they will allow photos.
;)
Mon
Thank you! The photos were fun! Kind of a way to show how I feel at the momento.
Love and Light,
Monica
Although I'm currently a "guest", they have been so absolutely AMAZING! I'll update my blog tonight with all of the fun.
It's definately my way of serving others. :) I'm so excited!
Best wishes for your friend too!
Love and Light,
Mon