Monday, June 24, 2013

THANKS TO GOD FOR PATTY

It was March of 2010.  Exactly 6 months after Jeannette died that I was unexpectantly  transferred to another address within our department for Fresno County.  I was depressed, sad, miserable, lonely, etc.  I was upset and mad at so many things.  Most of all I self medicated by eating and it really showed.  I gained several pounds within that time frame.

I entered my new office located in an old building that was formerly known as Valley Children's Hospital.  The office was located deep within the crevices of the long hallways.  It was difficult to even find the damn door to the office.  I kept asking and asking and everybody kept saying, "down the hall."  Anyway, I finally made it into the room.  It was small with hundreds of files and paperwork ready for me to tackle.  I knew I could do it and I did eventually. 

I walked out of my office and wandered around looking to see who was my neighbor.  Low and behold, right next door was a beautiful young woman named Patty.  She and I hit it off right away.  As time went on, we had so many laughs and became fast friends.  She reminded me of Jeannette.  Her attitude about life and love of family meant so much to me.  It was as if Jeannette was with me. 

Thank You  Patty for being my friend and helping me during my deepest depression.  You are an awesome mother to your children. 

I am retired now but we still manage to chit chat a bit and hopefully soon hang out again. 


Thanks to God for bringing me Patty to lean on. 

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