Last week, Stephen learned that he had forty-some days to find a position within Verizon or walk away with the ample severance package. This news did not catch us completely off-guard, but it did jostle our reality a bit. We were expecting Verizon to hand him a position, not leave Stephen to his own devices. On the upside, Stephen's devices in the past have proven advantageous; still, we are better off keeping over-confidence beyond arm's reach, and embracing humility and faith in the meantime.
He has responded to two acquisitions so far within Verizon, both "floating manager" positions that may be based out of Omaha (no moving required). We hope he receives a call or two sometime after the 22nd.
On my front, we are waiting patiently, but anxiously for appointments that will give us more information about my manifestation of Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency. I've come to a wall in my research; the Internet and books can only tell me so much about what may, or may not, be on the horizon. Thankfully, we have been able to lay our concerns to rest for the time being, and live our normal lives without the distraction of "what ifs".
Apart from our Unknowns, life is chugging along peacefully and happily. Stephen successfully completed his first six-week class, and will be starting a new one shortly, God-willing. I'm enjoying my coursework, especially Medical Terminology. My homework load is substantial, but not overbearing.
My body has healed from my surgery, and I have regained my normal routine. I can eat everything (so far...) without upset, except for pepperoni. I'll have to give it whirl again; maybe by now my body will tolerate it. Unfortunately, my successful recovery means I can no longer weasel my way out of weekly litter-box sanitation without implementing premeditated sly manipulation. Not that I'd ever consider that, of course.
Stephen is leaving Thursday for a solo trip to visit family in Wyoming until Tuesday, and I'm heading to KC for a short visit this weekend. In two weekends, my Aunt Ramona and my siblings are coming. Very much looking forward!
Autumn is practically here, blowing in bright colored leaves, gray chilly days, soups, pumpkins, apples and spice, earlier darkness, Halloween, and baked goods. I can't wait to bust out my fall music selections/soundtracks.
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