Days of Wonderful
How long will they last?
We just can't tell, but all I know is I will relish in every single second of it.
Some pretty awesome things have happened this week, and I am not sure if it is my that my view is finally changing due to intensive therapy and meditation. I recommend "The Power of Now" by Eckhart Toll to anyone who has trouble living in TODAY.
So yesterday I went to a job interview, well it wasn't really and official INTERVIEW because I have worked there before so it was more like a "hey how have you changed, are you still a freak job" kind of conversation. It went well, so in addition to my fledgling photography business (which is not enough to support me for a day right now) I will be working back at where it all started. It is a high end childrens clothing store in Toronto, come visit me if you need a gift sometime...
My son was seen at the fracture clinic today and it turns out he did not break his remaining "good" hand. (my son has cerebral palsy that affects his left side, for anyone who didn't know)
He just suffered a serious sprain and does not need a cast. He can wear a removable splint which makes him super happy.
Last but certainly not least, is one of my crowning acheivements. Well in my own mind at least. The short version of my long history is that I was an anxiety ridden mess for most of my life. I could never stand up for myself, or anyone else for that manner. I would bawl my eyes out if someone was mean to me.
So my mom lives in Alberta Canada which is a long way from where I am. She is struggling in a low paying job and has had various health issues but one that is most concerning is her teeth. She has always had very bad teeth and has never been able to afford to get them taken care of, and has never had any assistance to help her with them either. So when she visited before christmas I told her to go to social assistance and inquire if they can help her with her teeth. She has been in so much pain for so long and something had to be done. She was denied assistance because she does work and this in turn made me incredulous and angry all at the same time.
I used a more positive way to express my anger ( as much as I wanted to punch this person at the social assistance office in the face) I decided to write a professional and strongly worded email to the local politician of my mother's city. I wasn't exactly sure what this was going to do, but I felt I had to do something. This was more than a week ago. I recieved a reply from them today requesting more information in regards to my mothers name and address and phone number. I gave it to them. They called my mother back within 15 minutes with a promise and appointment to have her teeth all repaired and anything else she needs healthwise. She called me and was so happy she was in tears. She goes on Monday to see what needs to be done.
I would like to ask, what have you done to pay it forward??
How long will they last?
We just can't tell, but all I know is I will relish in every single second of it.
Some pretty awesome things have happened this week, and I am not sure if it is my that my view is finally changing due to intensive therapy and meditation. I recommend "The Power of Now" by Eckhart Toll to anyone who has trouble living in TODAY.
So yesterday I went to a job interview, well it wasn't really and official INTERVIEW because I have worked there before so it was more like a "hey how have you changed, are you still a freak job" kind of conversation. It went well, so in addition to my fledgling photography business (which is not enough to support me for a day right now) I will be working back at where it all started. It is a high end childrens clothing store in Toronto, come visit me if you need a gift sometime...
My son was seen at the fracture clinic today and it turns out he did not break his remaining "good" hand. (my son has cerebral palsy that affects his left side, for anyone who didn't know)
He just suffered a serious sprain and does not need a cast. He can wear a removable splint which makes him super happy.
Last but certainly not least, is one of my crowning acheivements. Well in my own mind at least. The short version of my long history is that I was an anxiety ridden mess for most of my life. I could never stand up for myself, or anyone else for that manner. I would bawl my eyes out if someone was mean to me.
So my mom lives in Alberta Canada which is a long way from where I am. She is struggling in a low paying job and has had various health issues but one that is most concerning is her teeth. She has always had very bad teeth and has never been able to afford to get them taken care of, and has never had any assistance to help her with them either. So when she visited before christmas I told her to go to social assistance and inquire if they can help her with her teeth. She has been in so much pain for so long and something had to be done. She was denied assistance because she does work and this in turn made me incredulous and angry all at the same time.
I used a more positive way to express my anger ( as much as I wanted to punch this person at the social assistance office in the face) I decided to write a professional and strongly worded email to the local politician of my mother's city. I wasn't exactly sure what this was going to do, but I felt I had to do something. This was more than a week ago. I recieved a reply from them today requesting more information in regards to my mothers name and address and phone number. I gave it to them. They called my mother back within 15 minutes with a promise and appointment to have her teeth all repaired and anything else she needs healthwise. She called me and was so happy she was in tears. She goes on Monday to see what needs to be done.
I would like to ask, what have you done to pay it forward??