How sweet it is

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When was my last post? I think it was Sunday. I also think I said something about my heart telling me that I want to be a brewer. Well, what a week it's been! There has been an interesting turn of events. Let's see, well, Tuesday I was contacted by Paul Philippon, the owner of The Duck-Rabbit Craft Brewery in Farmville, NC. I  had sent my resume to Paul months ago applying for a brewing position that opened. As it turned out, Paul hired someone else for the position. I obviously kissed that opportunity goodbye. Ok, now fast forward to this past Tuesday. I went to the office to check my voicemail and I had a message from Paul. I called him back later that night and had a nice talk. Paul offered me a trip to North Carolina to interview for the position of brewer at Duck-Rabbit. What were my initial thoughts? Amazement, shock and oops, I pooped my pants. Before giving Paul an answer I went home and discussed the opportunity with the family. Newt, our cat, didn't have much to offer but he seemed excited for the opportunity. Joy was totally on board, but first I had to discuss with Curt, the president of Thomas Hooker Brewing Company who saw something in me, took me in and gave me the chance of a lifetime, at least in my eyes. I explained to Curt what was going on and before I knew it I was the new BREWER at Thomas Hooker Brewing Company and searching for classes at Siebel in Chicago, Munich, Montreal or wherever the hell I can get in. Ya, no big deal. Ummmm, ya it is! This is why I quit my insurance job in May, to pursue my dreams. Only 5 months later I'm a Brewer, heading off to a world class brewing institution. Motivation is a powerful tool but fate and luck are just as important. Life is short and I encourage you to push fear aside and follow your dreams. It is so worth it! 

I'm on my way. Soon you'll be drinking my beers. Actually, tomorrow is my first batch, Oktoberfest. I hope you like it!