Baby Steps

Today I took some baby steps to recovery. I had a job interview with the State of Oregon DMV. I will get a call back by the end of the week if I get picked for second round. Trouble is, I don't even know if I can accept the position. Harlan is in sub-acute care currently, but in a few weeks he will be home. I have to look into respite and other care options so that I can return to work. I am still pursuing my other home-based business options and will continue to do so even if I begin work with the state.

I found out about a great book today for parents who have children who are struggling with schizophrenia. It's called Room for J. I ordered two copies on amazon because they were only $0.21 + shipping. This way I can give a copy to my mom. The book is from a couples perspective on how they adjusted their lives to be there for their college boy and their ongoing difficulties with the mental healthcare system, medication management, and accepting the fact that their 3rd child thinks he's the messiah. I hope it will provide me with insight and inspiration.

I am going to work on my business plan today. Today's goal is to find a user-friendly website to develop a business plan. The article I read yesterday about starting a business for less than $100 was helpful. I saw my friend Alison today walking by and I told my boyfriend, "I should talk to Ally about helping with makeup pigments and doing photo shoots for my makeup line." I surely cannot afford an expensive makeup artist and photographer. Alison is awesome! I am starting to think outside the box and now it's time to write down I basic plan.

I am formulating some ideas in my head for revamping my son's bedroom for his return home. It is really blah right now. I had just purchased him a new bed and when he was in the midst of his psychotic break, he jumped up and down on his mattress and totally busted it. He needs a brand new one. He also doesn't have much to keep him occupied. I need to invest in a sound system, bigger tv, books, and anything else to help keep his spirits up. Problem is I have zero funds right now so I am thinking about fundraising some money. More on that later.

I have to go pick up my boyfriend from class. I hope to share inspiring news and continue to heal through using this blog as a source of personal comfort. Thank you to all who follow!

Love,

Jenny