Chuck Hagenbuch

This is a week, month, season of many transitions for me. I moved in July, I adopted a new dog this month, my parents are moving next week to join me, and this is my last day at Zend.

Yes, I am leaving Zend. I felt that it was time for me to move on. It's been a great place to work. I learned new skills there, met wonderful people, and did some things that I'm very proud of. I wish everyone there the best, especially the professional services team that I am leaving.

The rest of the changes in my life are both more and less momentous. I moved into a beautiful two-family house in Dorchester, across the river but still in Boston, in July. The majority of the boxes are gone now, with still plenty to do. The walls are freshly painted bold colors and I have an office with a skylight; rain on it is a beautiful sound. I love the place.

Next week my parents will be moving from Pennsylvania to live in the first floor unit. It's a huge change for all of us, but there are so many advantages to having them here instead of an 8-hour drive away. I'm really looking forward to it.

Last but certainly not quietest, I have a second mini schnauzer now. Eagan is just over a year old and still a bit of a puppy. He chews some things and is definitely not as calm as Nina - he can also jump clear over the couch - but he's a sweetie and we've already fallen for him.

It's been a bit stressful balancing all of this over the last few weeks, but things are starting to settle now. I have a sailing vacation planned for the week after my parents move. I'll either be completely recharged and ready to go in September, or I'll be spoiled and lazy. Either way I'm looking forward to it.