How to Fling an Otter

[LoisB]

Thanks for all the well wishes. I'm scared, but excited. I forgot to take my medication yesterday and found my PMA really dwindling. Today, it's back up. Got to keep up with the prayer, medication, Vit D (5,000) per day), gospel music, etc...

Received a call from the Editor today. They are renting out a storefront in the small community where this newspaper is based!! This means that I can allow D12 to come and go as she pleases. She can come and do her schoolwork with me...at MY OFFICE!!

I contacted a realtor today. She is suggesting a Rent-to-Own property close to my office. I agree. There's one house that really speaks to me...but, it's sorta up-in-the-air...still broke, but I AM PRETTY CLEVER...we shall see.

I texted Smokey yesterday. First communication in 16 weeks.

Me: I've been offered a job in Upstate New York. I would appreciate your support. I interviewed/sent resumes to several in Ohio and this is my best offer.

Smokey: That's great. good for you. best of luck to you . when would you start. gonna take dog and cats ? Is it a teaching job ?

Me: Thanks, it's exciting. Editorial. Yes, I would take the dog and cats. Obviously, it would alter the dissolution proposal in terms of support asked, etc...My atty suggested we try to reach an agreement in an effort to avoid handling this between Ohio and NY.

Me: I appreciate your encouragement. Hope things are well with you.

Smokey: Yes it is exciting. I've always supported your endeavors no matter how goofy they were. I figured it would change the numbers and such . what will you be making ? That's the big factor . When will you be starting ?

Me: I will give you more details when I get them.

Smokey: Ok. Again good luck . hope things are well there with you guys. How'd the concert go ?

Me: Very Very loud. Loudest concert I've ever been to. But not a drunk or hint of marijuana in the place. Tame and loud. Lots of little girls all bedazzled for Harry.

(I sent him a pic of D11 at the concert)

Me: The job is in Watertown, NY. Take care, gotta go.

Smokey: Harry and the boys were smoking before they came onstage!! Lol just like Brazil. Go!


I left it there. Same ol' Smokey. Ha Ha...Hasn't reached out to his kids in months and his first question..."How much will you make?" What a d-bag.

Talked to my dad today. He suggested that I tell Smokey that he can have the house (after I talk to the atty) and let him handle it. It was just refinanced...lil to no equity. I would leave whatever is left for Smokey to sort through and take to Goodwill. This feels right. I need to pray more. MORE!!

I'm really excited about the storefront and possibility of a charming lil' house within walking distance. I couldn't have dreamed any better. :-)

Strange how close this is to our vision boards...really, really weird. I encourage everyone to create some vision boards.

It's really hitting me how quickly all of this has turned around. Very grateful to God today.