Jobs, California and Knashing Teeth

Yesterday I learned I now have a job - with the grace of a negative pee test and criminal background check. I think I'll be OK.

I also inquired through car transport company I'm working for, into a car in Riverside, Calif. MATS president Josh said that usually cars further away, like cars in California, are usually shipped. However, for a flat pay amount he said I could pick the car up and drive it back. So, I'm going to California Monday, September 28 to pick up a 2009 Chrysler Sebring.

I have coordinated with a cousin of my G-pa Sheets, who lives in Corona, Calif. to pick me up and take me to the car. I am very appreciative for the ride and I hope to have a good visit with my family from a distant land; roughly 2,400 miles.

On my way back, after visiting with family, and a couple of friends in L.A., I plan on hitting the Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Four Corners and whatever I see along the way.

I have worked with my new employer and will not start my orientation until October 12. I will be working for Damar Services, assisting and supervising adolescents with disabilities. It is full-time with benefits. I won't know what to do with a regular pay check. Hopefully I won't do what I do with money, now.

As for the 'knashing teeth' title, I don't know why I said that.