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So, Happy New Year, 2004. Each of the last four I've been glad to see the new year arrive... 2001 with hopes of marrying Yvonne (the last time I kissed in the new year with anyone at midnight), and 2002-04 with hopes that things would be better in each new year. I believe you already know, Dear Reader, that 2001 was the worst year of my life, until I ran into 2002. 2002 was the worst until I met 2003. Things can't possibly be as bad in 2004 as they were in '03. So, the new year brings new hope. Once I got home from Coyote Rose last night, I watched the video Children of a Lesser God before finally falling asleep around 5am. Today, needless to say, was a late start. I should have called Cindy to wish her a happy new year and set up our coffee date, but was afraid; I'm not exactly in the best of financial shape and am not sure I'd be able to treat her in the manner to which she must certainly be accustomed. Oh, a little confidence in myself would go a long way about now. Another thing I've yet to accomplish is writing a letter to Robin. When I got back on Tuesday there was a Christmas card from her waiting in my mailbox. She must also think the worst of me as well. Tomorrow is a busy day... not only have I my bank and post office runs, but I also need to find another job working second-shift. What I'll make from school will be enough to pay my rent and child support, but eating would be nice... so would saving up some cash to file bankrupcy and to buy a used car. The big day though is Monday. I start teaching, then I have my unemployment appeal. I keep telling myself that with a little luck, everything's going to be okay. |