missing in action?

Maybe just a little bit... I've had my nose buried in a book studying for the last 2 weeks. I am taking my series 6 exam on April 11Th. Needless to say I have to pass, it is a must. My agency is doing as good as can be expected. Its a little slow right now, but I haven't done a lot of marketing since I have been studying. I went and saw some office space this week. Looks pretty promising. I like three spots. Two of them are large enough for me and an office manager. The other spot was large enough for me and 2 others agents to go in together and possibly save money on the rent and expenses. I need to find the other agents still though. The location I like the best was a storefront. It was around 650 sq ft, perfect for me. It was $700 a month all utilities included except electricity. I'm gonna keep looking, I don't know if you have noticed but there is an abundance of office space available. Location is very important to me and although I don't want to drive too far to work, I will if the office location is great to bring in business. Well my little break is over, I have to get back to the studying!!

One for the books

Today was a very historic day. President Barack Obama was sworn in and a new era has begun. I must say I am excited about the changes that may lay ahead. I know the new president has a lot on his plate but I am sure he will at least get us turned in the right direction. It is like a new beginning for everyone. I am looking forward to what this new year brings. Changes are coming, and things can only get better. (I hope) My new career is taking off nicely! I had a meeting last week with the management team and it appears that my hard work so far has not been unnoticed. They have me projected to go career (own my own branch) on March 1st. They told me if I get my series 6 license within the next month that they will lower my requirement of 45 policies to 30 policies and give me $5000 when I do go career to get my business started. Needless to say I was excited and I am up for the challenge. So far I have 14 policies and I have appointments set up for the end of the week. I'm really happy that this is going well for me. I really do enjoy it a lot and I can see the possibilities that this job can bring. Changes are definitely coming this year and so far it looks like it is for the good.

Time is Flying ...as usual

I can't believe its already 2009! Christmas was a blink and news years was just fast. I guess it always goes quicker when you are busy. Well I am a fully licensed insurance agent. Feels good to say that. It was the being n November that I decided to jump into this career and time has flown by since then. I was officially able to sell on December 29Th. since then I have 7 policies under my belt and 3 more appointments this week. I have been very busy lately. I really enjoy my job and I am thrilled at how well its going so far. The goal they gave me was to have 8 policies my first month. The goal I set for myself was 20 the first month. I am really excited about the possibilities that this career can bring me. i have a feeling though that it is going to get much harder. Right now sine I am working out of the corporate office they are giving me free leads, and the leads are great, but I know they are going to stop giving me the freebies soon. I am just starting my marketing plan this week and hopefully it generates some new business for me. I'll let you know how it goes!

Finally Done

I finally passed my last test today... I now have all the requirements to get licensed as an insurance agent. I have been going to class for the last week. It is very interesting. I have to say I think I am going to enjoy this career. I still have a lot to learn about being self employed but as far as the actual job goes, I think I'm ready. After I finish this blog I am going to register with the state and my license should be sent to me in the mail. By the end of the week I will be able to give quotes. Well here goes... sink or swim time. I've always enjoyed swimming.

sweet pictures

found these pitures online.....

Ultrasound day

I had this day marked on my calender for over 2 weeks. It was going to be one of the greatest days of my life. Today was the day I was going to see my baby's heart beat and get our 1st picture in the womb. We actually got to the doctors office a half hour early. We were so excited. Today we found out our baby's heart stopped beating. We met with our doctor on Nov. 17th and we had an ultrasound then and our baby measured at 6 weeks and 5 days. That day I got a glimpse at my baby's heart beat and today there wasn't one. Our baby stopped growing at 7 weeks and its little heart stopped beating sometime there after. We were instantly crushed. In my head I actually thought the doctor was joking with us and any second she was going to say "just joking." How silly is that? But that is what happened. I was in instant denial. A lot of people aren't ready for children when they have them. Many people don't want children for what ever reason. I know what challenges come with having a child. I know how selfless and patient one has to be. Believe me... I was ready to be a dad. It has always been a desire of mine. When I think of the future, I think of Magaly, myself and our children. There has never been any alternative to that. I think that it why I was instantly crushed. My future was coming to fruition and now its gone. We had a predicted due date and we picked out the baby's crib. Our excitement was built so high, everyone was so happy for us. It was going to be so great. I could picture future holidays. I could see our family days together, just the three of us and how much fun we would have. Its amazing the things you could imagine when you're so happy. Our baby was more than half way through the first trimester. It was almost in the clear. Only God knows what happened. I am not a much of an emotional man, and when I say that I mean I am not much of a cryer. But today was enough to shake the foundations of my tears, even if only for a moment. We will try again, just not any time soon. God knows the desires of our hearts. Today was supposed to be a happy day, but I guess we will have to wait a little longer. Keep us in your prayers.

I was about to BURST!!

Whew!! I'm glad the word is out... because 2 weeks is too long for me to hold good news. Magie and I announced on Thanksgiving day that we are going to have a baby. The last 2 weeks have been crazy! I was afraid to post anything because all that was in my mind was the baby. I literally avoided blogging. So I'm glad the word is out. We have an ultrasound on Thursday this week and we should be able to see the heart beating. I can't wait to see it, it is going to be awesome. We found out that Magie was pregnant when she was almost 6 weeks and now she is just over 8 weeks along. According to our handy dandy baby book the baby's organs are just about complete and the arms and legs are forming now along with the baby's eyes. Magie is dying for the baby to have blue eyes like my eyes. We have decided on names for the baby. If the baby is a boy we will call him Jakob Emmanuel. If she ends up being a girl :( then we will name her Sofia Adriana. I really hope the baby is a boy. I don't know why but I always wanted a boy first. Either way, we just hope the baby is healthy and we want one of each anyways. I can see it now... the baby will probably have Magie's curly hair and my blue eyes. Poor kid will probably be short because mom and dad aren't too tall. It is going to be a lot of fun! Everyone is so happy for us. We have so much planning to do. Its crazy! We should find out the babies sex in January. At that time we will be able to start decorating the baby's room. The baby's due date that we were able to figure out on line is July 15th. After our ultrasound on Thursday we will know the exact due date according to the doctor. Magie has been craving Mexican food non-stop and she has been so tired lately. It really funny to count how many times times she has to pee. The one day she was so frustrated because she went and came out and only about 5 minutes went by and she had to go again. Time seems to be flying by lately... before we know it this baby will be here. I'm so glad we have such a great family and wonderful friends. They have all been a big support. I know Magie really needs that, I can only imagine the emotional roller coaster she is on right now. Well I know I will have tons more to tell you all this week. I have to take 3 state exams this week to get licensed. So its study time for me all week. Wish me luck!