Top of the World, Ma

Remember back in September when our banking system just about collapsed that one week. When Bear Stearns or some other financial crap was given away for practically nothing to some other stronger financial place. Well, coincidentally, that's when my financial situation did just about the same thing. I lost my job, I had just paid off huge fines and restitution fees earlier in the summer and things were pretty bleak for awhile. I got that one job which I quit after only a week because I just could not work with my co worker but luckily got the job I have now quickly afterwards.

Problem was it was only part time for awhile and I was still paying off bills and just keeping my head above water. Last year at this time, in May, I actually thought I would never ever really have to worry about money again. I had saved a tremendous amount (for me) and just couldn't see what was up ahead for me.

I have finally turned the corner on all of that. I am working full time now. Actually, much more than full time as each week goes by. I am the go to guy now at my place of employment. If something extra needs to be done, they call me.

Today for instance, I noticed some inventory had to be delivered to Yountvillle, CA. Now, just yesterday, after I finished my normal route, my boss asked me to take 2 orders. One to Berkely and one to Yountville. Of course I did it. So when I saw the order for Yountville today, I told the other boss that I had just delivered that order yesterday. He said that it must be a mistake and told me not to worry about it and go home. I was about to enter my building when I got a phone call from my boss. He said, "Uh, er Frank? That order you told me about earlier is a new one and it has to be delivered today." I told him I would be there as fast as the bus could get me back . So, in the last two days I have put almost 24 hours in. Tomorrow I have OT too because I have to deliver 160 boxes to a warehouse in Hayward.

Anyway the point is, I am going into banking mode again. And it won't be long before I'll be as secure as I was last May.

This Sunday is Mother's Day and again it felt great to be able to send my mom a card and a little cash for lunch or something. I missed at least 10 Mother's Days when I was out of my mind on drugs. That's a lot of Mother's Days. She called me this morning and told me that I shouldn't have sent her money and that I might need it more. Mom, I know you read this so let me tell you that putting that money in that envelope was probably the best feeling I had all week. OK? I just want you to have a nice Mother's day and wish I could spend the day with you. But, it's looking pretty good that I will be able to spend next years holiday with you. I love you mom.

Ok, I'm puddling up a little so I'll change the subject. My friend and fellow blogger Stagnant Artist new piece can be found by clicking this right here.

I wanted to write a bunch more but I've already said too much.

Until next time


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