07/09/2022
On Wednesday June 29th at 10:03 AM my phone rang. It was Angela. She said, I have a question, I am wondering if you can join us on 07/18/2022. At the time Noah was here, so I told her I'd need to make some phone calls to see what was up. After getting off the phone I began talking to people, and praying. Again I gave all this to God. Over the next 24 hours things began to fall into place. My stepdad Jim agreed to take Noah until my housing situation was worked out. I was able to call Angela back on 06/30/2022 and give her my official yes. Then on 07/06/2022 I received the Covid agreement, Antiharassment policy, and Dog Agreements from Lori. I signed all these and sent them back. Then around 8:45 AM on 07/08/2022 I received the call from the travel agency to give me my flight information. I will fly from Denver to Newark on 07/18/2022 leaving Denver at 8:10 AM and landing in Newark at 2:02 PM. I return on August 11th, leaving Newark at 8:20 AM and landing in Denver at 10:22 AM. All I have left to do is to get a PCR Covid test which seems easier than it actually is, and a mobility lesson so far, plus spending time with friends. Noah is with my Stepdad. I'm also about to get my new apartment with Franklin park but not sure if that'll happen before I leave or when I get back yet. I'll also be packing and doing laundry at some point this week. Update: 07/14/22 Got the Covid test which was a pain because nowhere wants to do walk in testing, only drive through. Got the laundry done, hung out with friends, etc. Gonna do a sleep study Friday night, and a haircut probably Saturday. A box from my aunt is supposed to be here today so I'll be packing the final stuff in the next few days. Everything is confirmed with TSE, so its just a matter of 3 days. 6 more sleeps and I'll meet my new friend. I've been thinking about things to tell the instructor to help them make the best match. Obviously I live in downtown Denver. I need a dog who is softer as in amount of correction and management, I would prefer a dog with softer fur, I'd prefer a more cuddly dog, I need a careful dog who looks well for toe catches and right side drop offs, I have a major fear of those, I'd prefer a dog with a brain who enjoys learning new fun things. I'm not sure if I should express anything else, and if so what or how. I don't want to give any gender, color, or breed preferences other than no shepherd. There is part of me that would love to have another golden, but I will honestly be just as happy with a cross, or any color lab. I spent most of today just sleeping and praying, and just having a bit of time to myself. Later I have to go get the stuff for my sleep study. The nurse Taylor called to ask if I had been exposed to anyone with Covid, and Angela called yesterday to see if I am allergic to anything. Tammy called from Franklin Park and I'll sign the paperwork for my new place either the day I get back or the day after that. The box of clothes from my aunt should be here sometime today, too so things are coming together very quickly. 07/17/2022 Tomorrow is the day! I can't believe its already almost here. I got the box from my aunt, the clothes are beautiful. I got the sleep study done, and have spent time with friends. I have a few last minute things to pack, E.G. computers, yes, computers, I do need more than 1, don't ask, its a thing, and I may or may not end up doing a small load of laundry. If I don't, I'll probably just do it at TSE tomorrow night or Tuesday. I also got to talk with Mrs. Arnold, a teacher from high school, which was nice, and we're planning on talking again Tuesday. I have so many mixed emotions about this dog thing, but I also know, without a shadow of a doubt this is where God wants me to be, and that he has put this in place. Therefore, I know, he will bring the right dog into my life, and will work all things together for my good.