A Good Character beats a Bad Reputation

 I got the word yesterday that the apartment won't be ready for another month.  Other than living out of boxes, it's all good. Being here is nice. Sylvester caught a mouse in the kitchen the other night. New houses as well as old can get mice or even rats, depending on the location. I was able to convince him to drop the mouse so I could check it, make sure it was okay and let it outside. He was so proud of himself on his first catch. I think the new speedy toy helped him get his agility to be able to catch the quick little guy. 

 It's an older community, but the apartment is being completely renovated and will be like brand new when I get there. 55+ community - gated entrance. I almost cried when they told me how low the rent is going to be 'for me'. How minimal the deposit. No section 8, low-income housing, or any other assisted living. NO credit check or approvals needed. Just paperwork and a background check. { something for everyone's safety}.

 Just one good friend and a very generous developer that owns multiple communities. He knows me as his Notary Public and has seen firsthand how well I take care of my truck, and my home, inside and out.  When he found out my situation last winter, he took care of me and made the plan to give me a permanent place to call home, that I can afford. 

 

 Having a good character is so important.

 Being the best person, you can be, matters. Your reputation depends, as there are some people out there that do everything, they can, to lie about you and discredit your reputation.

 Believe me, a good character, will always overcome a bad reputation. Some people don't know what good character is, much less know the difference; or how to have one.

 I have another generous friend who is gifting me a car. I've been driving Tim's truck since I've been driving him to and from his appointments, and where he needs to go. Now with him leaving for Canada, I need my own wheels. My friend's son is working hard to fix the few things the car needs so I won't have to worry about it breaking down or having anything go wrong. Convertible ~ just in time for summer!

 I feel very blessed to have so many wonderful people in my life. I don't know how I could ever repay everyone that has helped me out so much especially since winter hit in January. I would have frozen to death in the truck while he was in the hospital if it were not for these amazing people in my life.

 My character has proven me well. All the times I have done for others and not done wrong by those who have wronged me. No revenge, just focus forward. Karma is part of God's reward. God's been watching. He knows my heart; He knows my character. He knows me, and what's been done to me. He knows how hard I've done for my kids. Keeping the faith and believing in Him, knowing the true reward is in Heaven after we leave here. It is nice to feel the pleasures of a few things in this life also, I must admit.

 Tim recently discovered the high cost of gas in BC {Canada} so he's decided he wants to sell the Expedition and get himself something smaller with better gas mileage. Plus, it will be easier to park something smaller up there. They don't have a lot of 'big cars and trucks' around and parking spots are more like our little car spots - very narrow. Found a couple cars he likes just need to get his truck sold quick enough, before the cars sell. 

 Always be the best person you can be, don't worry about what others think or say about you. Let your light shine. A good character will always be brighter than a bad reputation. 

Blessed by God

The weather is beautiful @ the Bright Side of the Barn

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Until next time, Stay Safe and Happy Trails.