Finally had a day off yesterday and boy was it a doozy.  Helped the mechanic put a new alternator on, had a lovely chat with my co-worker and told him how I felt, got a great compliment and response from my boss (and a job offer) and a nice curve ball from back home.  This year has been unforgettable and eye opening, things can change in a blink some for better and others for worse but in the end...  Well, who knows in the end but I hope I am smiling.  October 30th, counting down.  Looking forward to what is next no matter how unknowing it might be.