Well, I have made my decision. There actually was a job that just stood out above all others, even the Cleveland job at Ernst and Young. I received an offer today and accepted it. It has everything:

1. I will be coding - finally doing what I love
2. Flextime - they just want the job done
3. Contracting - a 6 month contract to start with, possible 2 year job, with possible overtime
4. Possible work from home during the week
5. Good commute - only 25 minutes away
6. I get to stay here and not have to go out of town. So I can stay in my band and still have guys night
7. A 10% raise - that will be sweet
8. Better Benefits - I will be able to get Blue Cross/Blue Shield's 90%/10% plan
9. I have met the team and they are very friendly and very knowledgeable
10. I will be working on a Global System with high visibility.
11. I will be working for an internationally known company - making my resume look even better.

So what is it? I will be working at Nokia as an IBM consultant sub-contracting through Strategic Staffing Solutions. It's kind of similar to what I am doing now - working at the IRS as a MSD consultant subcontracting through GoTechNow. And the account I will be on will be Nokia's Warranty Division. So in effect I will be working at Nokia, everyone just get's a piece of me. I am excited - this job is exactly what I was looking for. Life is good. Let's hope it is as good as I make it out!

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