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This morning I'm at work early for a blood drive, and the bus was early so I have oodles of time before, so I thought I'd give an update.
Looks like my job here is going to continue for awhile, at least until the money for the program runs out, but that could be several months, and they might have a place for me after that too. We are certainly in demand all of a sudden; I don't have time to read at work anymore, but I suppose it couldn't last forever. At least I don't have to start looking for work immediately, like I thought. Still haven't heard back from cool nonprofit job, but I would be happy to stay here for awhile. What a difference a new job makes; comparing how good I feel now to how discouraged and exhausted I felt several months ago, it's clear that having a job I excel at and even sort of enjoy has made a big difference.
I am also making some new friends at work and planning to get together soon. My social calendar is once again very full, and it's a good feeling.
The other day, after the tiny Tuesday Mass, I went and talked with Fr. Bob about the books he lent me. He is a great conversationalist, well-versed in theology but also very committed to showing concrete love and working for social justice. I'm pleased to be getting to know him better.
I am experiencing the joy of biking in Portland. Zippy makes little neighborhood jaunts go so much faster, and I'm hoping to take her on a bigger trip soon. I feel so much better when I exercise and get outdoors.
I'm at that period of Lent where I start to struggle, where the idealistic notions I started out with get tested. But that is no bad thing; I'm getting used to that stage in my life in general. I can see many things in which I need improvement, but that fact is no longer so discouraging as it once was. I am just praying that God will continue to draw me closer to Him and to my fellow human beings.
So overall, I am feeling strong and brave, happy and healthy and spunky. I think I will look back at this period in my life with much pride someday.
Looks like my job here is going to continue for awhile, at least until the money for the program runs out, but that could be several months, and they might have a place for me after that too. We are certainly in demand all of a sudden; I don't have time to read at work anymore, but I suppose it couldn't last forever. At least I don't have to start looking for work immediately, like I thought. Still haven't heard back from cool nonprofit job, but I would be happy to stay here for awhile. What a difference a new job makes; comparing how good I feel now to how discouraged and exhausted I felt several months ago, it's clear that having a job I excel at and even sort of enjoy has made a big difference.
I am also making some new friends at work and planning to get together soon. My social calendar is once again very full, and it's a good feeling.
The other day, after the tiny Tuesday Mass, I went and talked with Fr. Bob about the books he lent me. He is a great conversationalist, well-versed in theology but also very committed to showing concrete love and working for social justice. I'm pleased to be getting to know him better.
I am experiencing the joy of biking in Portland. Zippy makes little neighborhood jaunts go so much faster, and I'm hoping to take her on a bigger trip soon. I feel so much better when I exercise and get outdoors.
I'm at that period of Lent where I start to struggle, where the idealistic notions I started out with get tested. But that is no bad thing; I'm getting used to that stage in my life in general. I can see many things in which I need improvement, but that fact is no longer so discouraging as it once was. I am just praying that God will continue to draw me closer to Him and to my fellow human beings.
So overall, I am feeling strong and brave, happy and healthy and spunky. I think I will look back at this period in my life with much pride someday.