A General Lack of Focus.....

For anyone that has been on this particular blog in the last, well, really long time - I've not been too active with it.  And, that generally could be taken as a gross understaement by even the least observant among us.

However, I suspect that I won't be posting to this blog for much longer, because it, too, will likely be lost when the rest of my MVP benefits are revoked.

Yes, all - it is true.  I am losing my MVP status.  It pains me to have to announce that I will probably not be able to attend Summit, and will only be able to carry on the face-to-face conversations that I've had with many folks over the years via e-mail.

And, make no mistake about it - it sucks to lose MVP status.  I have valued it and have carried it with a great deal of pride.

But, it is time to move on.

The reason for this happening?  Much like Alun Jones, Philip Renouf, and many other incredibly bright and talented people, I accepted a position with Microsoft.  I start July 11 as a Consultant in the MidAmerica Region of Microsoft Consulting Services.  I get to stay in Omaha (bonus for the wife and kids) but will likely travel a bit.

As to the MVP - it's VERY bittersweet.  But, all in all - it's a fair trade.

And, to that - I owe MANY of you a very BIG thank you.  I've learned from many of you - possibly through your trials that we worked through in lists, Web based forums, news groups, voice and face to face.

Thank you.  I'll not be a stranger - just a new e-mail alias!

Rick