Could be better. Could be worse. I don't know if I deserve anything, but I like to think I'm earning my way here.

I think you're following your own path. You've been chronicling it. :) I thought I would add to a conversation that's already in progress and just add my two cents.

I hope you're return to painting is a good thing. Meaning, it will take care of whatever it's meant to take care of. You've stated your health situation is not up to par, and that house painting had something to do with it, so I hope that means you're feeling better and that you can do what needs to be done.

We all do what we need to do, and hope it's enough. I wish you well with your painting contracting and hope to see you when you're around. :)