My "Real" Job + The Fab Six?

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Who watched the USA Womens Gymnastics team, also known as the Fab Five, win the Gold medal?

You better believe I stayed up and watched every minute of it.

They scored the first all-around gold medal since the Magnificent Seven! 

They deserved it. 

I was so happy for them and may have shed a tear watching the ending.

All of the gymnasts have their own strengths that they brought to the USA team (McKayla on the vault-I'd like to know what deductions they found on that vault of hers, Aly on the floor, Gabby on the uneven bars, Kyla on the beam), but I honestly believe that Jordyn Wieber was the leader of the team and I was so happy to see how well she did after she got screwed (by the sucky rules!) the day prior. 

JordanWieberFever.

Yeah, I went there.

Back in my prime 1996, I wanted to BE apart of the Magnificent Seven team

and now with last night, can we just pretend I was part of the Fab Five? Please?

 Let's just make it the Fab Six.

Surely I'm not the only one who feels this way?

I mean, we all know I have the "skinny arm" pose down pat.

{what? My dress does have navy in it. I fit right in..}

Congratulations to us the girls!

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Now, I'm sure some of you have seen Lindsey at the BB 

new linkup, "How I Make That Money Honey", 

and I'm jumping on the bandwagon to share with all of you what I do for a living 

(if you don't know already!)

I graduated from Bowling Green State University in 2007 with a degree in Human Development and Family Studies. I immediately went into teaching children with autism at a local school here in Columbus. While I have countless priceless stories and memories from that school (that may be a post for another day because they are too good not to share), it was NOT for me.   I adored the kids and the staff I got to work with everyday (and still am friends with many of them!), but I'm pretty sure if I continued teaching at that school, I would've lost any sanity I still have left. I came home everyday exhausted and beat up (literally-I would get hit, kicked, scratched, bit..yes, bit.) and while deep down I enjoyed my time there, it wasn't something I wanted long term. I wasn't exactly sure what I wanted to do, but I knew that wasn't it. I didn't necessarily want to teach, but I am passionate about helping others and being around people! 
Enter the job where I'm at now.
Family business.
I'm an Insurance Agent!

My Dad (and my Mom worked here too!) started Whalen Insurance Agency  33 years ago. My Dad is the owner of the agency and has done an amazing job with his business. We represent seven different insurance companies-Grange, State Auto, Travelers, Progressive, Merchants, Met Life, and Pekin and sell auto, home, life, health, and business insurance. Billy actually works with us (on the side), too!
We offer competitive pricing and can typically beat what you're paying with say...State Farm, All State, etc. While those companies only have themselves to represent, we have seven companies. This means that if you are unhappy with your company, or your rates go up, we can shop it with our other companies and typically save you money and provide you with better service and coverage for you and your family.  

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Some of you may be thinking, "oh, it must be so nice to work for your Dad!"
Having my Dad as my boss definitely has it's perks, don't get me wrong,  but he is definitely harder on me than anyone else that works here.  (for good reason Billy says) 
There are pros and cons! The best part is being able to see him everyday (even if we butt heads at times) and to help him grow his agency. Growing up, I wasn't sure if I would want to work here and with my Dad, but I'm happy with where I am right now and that I decided to venture into the insurance business.
Right now, I'm only licensed in Ohio, so I can't help all you that live out of state, but those of you who live in Ohio, I could be your agent and try to save you money on your insurance!
*If you are interested in getting a quote to see if I can save you money on your auto or homeowners insurance, email me at whalenkat@gmail.com with the subject: Insurance quote. It's quick and easy! 
*I've been lucky enough to help most of my friends and family save money  and have them as clients. 
Now, it's your turn to tell me,  how do you make that money, honey?
Leave me a comment if you linked up so I can read yours,  or just share with me what you do!