After getting laid off in October, I have spent the ensuing months getting my act together and evaluating my life. I also spent a real lot of time with my family, and a smaller amount of time fighting with my previous employer over my severance and accrued vacation. (That matter is now in the hands of the courts.) I’m turning a corner now though, ready to return to the working world, ready for the structure of work. Next week I will begin my job search.