The way things are!?!?!??

Hello! Sorry it has been so long since I checked in last... I just never have time anymore. I work 2 part time jobs, and I am a full time student and a first time Dad; all that adds up to one worn out individual. Anyway, here is a quick update with me. I am doing better, food is not always my enemy anymore and my stomach is becoming familiar with food again. I eat my three meals a day usually, and let me tell you, I am happier that I did this. I only weigh about every 3 weeks, and at my last weight I was down 141.5 lbs, and I now wear a size 2 X shirt (I was in a 6X). That's all pretty cool. I interviewed for a couple of jobs with the NM office of the state engineer, and with the NM Environment Department. I don't want either job really, but then again, they pay decent and have benefits. I guess it is time to stop hoping for a job using my education, and going for something to support my family... Yes everyone, I must grow up. I did get an e-mail about my application to grad school at NAU. I got accepted for spring 2008. The problem is that I did not receive any funding assistance. This creates serious doubts in my mind that I will be able to attend. But then isn't that the way things are? Marcie is doing great, except on days she works. Baby withdrawal is pretty tough on her. She has only been scheduled a couple of times. I don't know why, perhaps they just don't need her like they used to. Arwyn is great! She is growing so fast! My little girl is so beautiful! I cannot get enough of her. I love spending my time with her. I am one lucky Dad! For Halloween, she got dressed up like a Jack-O-Lantern and we went around to our friends and family. It was allot of fun. She got baptized a couple of weeks ago at St. Johns here in town. Now that I have her, I don't know why we waited so long to have a child. She has made life complicated and difficult at times, but things are more vibrant and colorful because of her presence. I love that little girl. Hope you all are doing well, and if I don't get back soon, happy thanksgiving. Richard I

Richard sooo glad to hear from you!!! I am glad that you are happier now about the surgery and doing better!!!!!!!! Baby withdrawal is awful I still have it (son's in college I miss him like crazy) Glad your family is doing great and the baby is healthy and beautiful and growing! 6X to a 2X WOOOOOOOOW!!!!!!!!! THAT'S FANTASTIC!!! HAPPY THANKSGIVING TO YOU TOO AND MARCIE AND ARWYN!!!

glad to hear from you! congrats on everything! life choices - always tough. My theory is that whatever you choose to do was/will be the right decision because there are no do-overs. best of luck to you with everything and give that little girl an extra hug from all of us here at the June board! judi

Richard! Great to hear from you! Glad things are getting better for you and you aren't soooo discouraged. Congrats on your acceptance into grad school. I didn't think they were doing anything with financial assistance this early, you may have to wait a bit to find out about financial aid. Call the financial aid office and ask about it. Also, there may be scholarships you can apply for. I tried to see new pics of Arwyn on your profile, but there were no pictures showing, even of your friends, just names....thing there was something wrong with OH. I'll check again later. Take care and keep up the excellent work! Can't believe you've gone from a 6X to a 2X....that is SOOOOOOOOOOOO wonderful! You must be feeling SOOOOO much better! Pam