Colleen,
I dearly love you. You've been one of my favorites from the very first time I came here. I believe that we're not that different, and I think you 'get' me and what's going on in my life and the things that I'm trying to do. You'll never know how much your support truly means to me. I was called back in for a second interview with every boss in the agency and was told that they rarely have anyone come back for a second interview so I should see that as a very good sign. I was also told, after answering more questions and having discussions, that they loved how open I am about my own life, my determination, my empathy and compassion, and they love my fight.... they know that I'll use that fiestyness to make other people's lives better. When I was walking out, the director thought he had closed the door completely, but he hadn't and I heard him say to the others.... didn't I tell you, she's the one! After hearing that I felt like doing cartwheels through the parking lot! He sent me a message asking for my transcripts because he just wanted to make sure I had everything as far as the state is concerned, but that was about all he needed from me to secure the position. I'm fairly sure I have the job! Praise God... because the night before the interview dad was drunk out in the garage while I was here in the house on the phone talking to a woman who had gone through a horrible ordeal with a man at her part-time job where she was harassed. So much so that she had to quit out of fear. She was really upset and was talking to the one person that she considers to be her pastor. Dad was on the other phone the entire time listening and came in the house flipping out because, in his drunken state, he thought our conversation was about him. I have no idea how he came to that conclusion. That's the kind of stress that I've been under constantly. This job will be one of God's most wonderful blessings because I need out of here! Nothing is worth smoking, and when I'm back in my own place I know it'll be much easier for me.
Barb, you're another favorite that's been on this journey with me since I started. I love and appreciate you too. All of you help in different ways and keep me on this path. I don't believe that anyone should lose everything and end up in a situation where I am just because they got sick. The really sad thing is that there are people in worse situations who aren't as strong as I am and they're in worse shape physically. Those are the ones that I really pray for and think about. I'm grateful for the wonderful friends I have and all of you beautiful people who continue to be so helpful. I love you! 
