So I did take the job, in my 3rd week now. I’ve visited a few customers and taken a few orders so all seems to be moving on now. I am going on the road this week to see customers as well. My oldest (step)son got his license today! Woo hoo!
Even though things ‘seem’ to be ok now, they are not … completely. It seems ok because yes I am working and yes I am bringing home a salary. But we are several months behind on most bills, Christmas is just around the corner and now I have to increase my car insurance as well. And, my new salary is significantly less than what it was but to get a second job for me is very difficult since I am in sales and travel frequently and overnight and have short notice of my trips usually. I seem to be living on Tylenol lately and I’m sure that’s not good for me either. Constantly stressed and always having headaches and neck/shoulder/muscle aches is no way to go through life. But I will say this, amidst all this insanity I have been able to keep myself moving forward, and my wife has found a new strength and has been very positive in my new role.
The only things that really keeps me sane are spending time with the family (although the kids can drive you INSANE on occasion 
, and music. I love to listen to music (mostly rock) and play a bit of guitar. It really helps me escape to a different place. The only problem is that it is just a distraction, but can be motivating and uplifting.
