Update

I've been long enough away that it's unlikely anyone will ever read this. There's a certain freedom in that, although I know that the internet is never as anonymous as it seems. I'm working now - working fairly hard, in fact - and looking for some guidance in regard to life's next direction. I'm hoping for adventure and seeking out my life's passion, but so far have simply learned that it's alright to spend some time sitting and waiting. I'm enjoying the sunlight on the too-few occasions when both it and I are out at the same time. I bake and distribute cookies when I feel that my work has no real significance and cook for people when the feeling grows stronger. I'm still addicted to my comfort zone but am at least acknowledging the addiction - and that's the first step to freedom, or so I hear. I miss my family, but I'm building a transient pseudo-family of sorts out here. We'll see how long it lasts. I'm singing again and learning guitar, but haven't found the courage to write anything beyond the odd journal entry and, of course, innumerable work-related memos. God has been very good this year and I'm thankful.