is how I woke up...thinking about how grateful I am for not getting it. Same company. New horizons that I never knew existed. Basking in gratitude this morning as I reflect on Sept 2025. Was I highly qualified and interested? Absolutely 
, I was. Did the universe and higher powers beyond me have other plans? Absolutely ! If I had gotten the original job, I would not have ended up in OPS. If OPS Directors hadn't discovered my background or lack thereof in actual psychology or counseling courses, I would not be where I am today. So. Yeah. I AM GRATEFUL WHAT WHAT I DIDN'T GET HIRED FOR. Today I embark on 5 days of virtual course work on Domestic Violence in order to be a certified DV Batterers Intervention facilitator. I am grateful for flex time...no lie the overtime would be helpful. I am going to miss working concierge at the doggie resort for 2 days, but this training came up and is happening today through Saturday and again next Friday and Saturday. Long days. California time in Florida will make for late starts and later evenings, but well worth it for the credentials forthcoming.
I am beyond grateful for the opportunity to adopt Shiloh. She is very shy. Hence, Shiloh as a new name from Blossom. Yesterday, when I got home she was jumping up and down and squealing in excitement as I walked in the door. That was her greeting. It was adorable!!! She is still reluctant on being approached for physical attention, and I will just wait her out. She is curious about my activities and actions. She just isn't keen on approach. I think she will come around when she is ready because she is very curious 
! I am grateful for this small progress. I am grateful she is in love with squeaky toys and not my shoes nor furniture.
I am grateful today to be sober for all of these things. I appreciate so deeply that being sober and thinking clearly allows me to be mindful of life's little things. Soberly making it! Love this!
Today. Sober. Strong. Grateful.