Progress...little baby steps

I know it's been too long since I published an update, but we've been really busy. So here's a quick summary of what's been happening and where we are now: - Thaddeus has gotten back on Medicaid. This is a huge thing, because without Medicaid, he was not able to afford the medications he needs in order to regulate his moods and sleeping patterns. Of course, Medicaid also is security in that, if he does get sick with something like strep throat, the flu, or has a mild sprain, whatever, that needs medical attention, he will be able to go to a doctor and get treatment. It also means that the medical bills (but not the dental bills) that were incurred when he had the episode with his teeth have been covered by Medicaid, so the emergency room is paid. It's nice to make sure that people are paid for their services. Meanwhile, talking to Thaddeus' lawyer, getting back on his medications is a big step toward possibly getting back on disability. This is because, until a person can demonstrate that they cannot work even with the currently available medication, then disability is very hesitant to declare them disabled. This makes sense in some ways, of course. I realize I'm legally blind without my glasses (it's true!), but then, there's an easy fix for that. On the other hand, it's disappointing to know that it will likely be another 6-8 months under medical care before Thaddeus can demonstrate that he really does need help to get by. Ok, I'll hold open the possibility that they've since come up with a miracle cure, but in reality, knowing Thaddeus for several months now, I really doubt he could hold down a job for long, especially in this economy. Meanwhile, we have forged ahead making plans for the garden and shop. We made some contacts this last week with some wonderful people running the "Jubilee House" here in Elkhart. They have been working on community gardens for the past couple of years and have some extended plans for this year to come. What we are planning is to put in some gardens and also create some garden ornaments such as stepping stone and bird houses. We are also looking at more sustainable garden plans such as incorporating worm gardens and perhaps fish farming. We are still down at the Elkhart Civic Plaza Saturdays at 2, bringing awareness to the world. And we hold our GAs Sunday at 2 at the downtown Martins deli and coffee shop. So please join us. And if you'd like to contribute to our success, please contribute at https://www.wepay.com/donations/the_new_elkhart_project