Because a lot of people are praying for me, I wanted to make sure you're kept aware of how those prayers are working.
- Sunday morning I asked God to reveal how He was working in my life. Sunday night Stacey called me to ask for my support at her 14-week Nuchal Translucency ultrasound. Naveen had to work. It was a blessing and honor to be asked to help my dear friend and to be allowed to witness the very essence of life.
- This morning I spent some time at the Department of Economic Security. From previous experience in navigating the DES system, I had prepared for an arduous and lengthy process. But I was seen immediately and treated with dignity. In less than 2 hours, my application for nutrition assistance (food stamps) was retroactively and expeditiously approved. I was unable to get ACCCHS benefits (medicare). But I had expected this because of new guidelines and restrictions which were imposed last year.
- This morning was also the first after a 5-day waiting period in which I could check on the status of my SSI/Disability application. The email from SSI confirming receipt of my application clearly states that it could take as many as 120 days to secure an interview and/or approval/denial. Within 3 minutes of dialing their number, I had an appointment. For tomorrow (Wednesday).
- I wasn't able to get a new patient appointment at Mission of Mercy until October 11, but I have an appointment. At a clinic that will not charge me. For either the visit or for blood pressure medication, if the doctor deems it necessary.
- Of the 27 jobs for which I have inquired. Five have responded to me. From previous experience, that is a tremendous response rate. Some of you will find the fact I'm looking for work problematic when considered in combination with trying to address my mental health. I really don't have a choice. I have less than 20 days before I must find a cheaper place to live. The move is necessary and inevitable, and I hope it is understood that I would rather move from here than to exploit Linda's and Kelly's love, support and friendship.
- One of the respondents was for a live-in situation, which solves two problems. And I got past the first cut for a position in the Marketing Department @ University of Phoenix and had a video interview this afternoon. Considering it will likely take two months to reach a therapeutic level of the new medication, I am fully aware that I'm potentially leaving another employer in the path of my inconsistency. I really don't have an ethical solution. But I'm open to suggestions from all whose friendly and loving eyes are here.
I want you to know that this kind of action and alignment of things in my favor come only through your prayer, which has strengthened me. Thank you. I will move forward always hoping I do so in honor of your intercession on my behalf.

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