so, I had a new hire orientation meeting this morning. It really was not that bad. we went over all the programs and services the Boys and Girls Club provides and then we discussed insurance and filled out a lot of forms. The insurance here doesnt kick in for 3 months, but when it does kick in, it is pretty darn good. That is a really good thing because at that point, i will need to start doing all my medical checks for the peace corps. anyway, after the meeting, some of my coworkers and I went out to lunch at a place called the Coffee House Gallery and Cafe. It was a really cool place. It reminded me of Austin in the atmoshpere and the people there. I had a portabello mushroom salad full of greens with some rasberry viniagrette dressing. It was quite delicious. i would definitley go back there. Now, I am just getting ready to head back into the rain to visit the other location I am going to be seeing kids at. I am really looking forward to starting sessions with the kids next week.

Well, I am still trying to figure this whole thing out about where my future is going. It seems that the same thing keeps getting in the way of me moving forward with my life. I guess it hasnt always gotten in the way, but it has definitley made things much harder. It is so crazy to me how many people can pass judgements and make decisions based on one event. I feel that I have worked very hard to fight and overcome this thing and move on with my life, but it seems that it will always be there and it will always be a point of discussion. Well, i guess what they say and what i used to tell others who came to me for help is true. Once it happens, it will always be in your life, maybe not at the forefront of things, but it will always be there. anyway, i know this is pretty sketchy, but i am sure those that know me well know what i am referring to. I guess it could be a time to change some of the ways i deal with this thing. wish me luck in overcoming what lies ahead.