Sorry I didn't write sooner, but I've been terribly busy. For one thing, Elizabeth moved into her new apartment and I helped her set up. Then, of course, I've been working full time -- six days a week -- in the store and there has been quite a lot to do. Finally I am in the process of moving also -- on Oct first. I never seem to have any free time and I just keep working, running around, and then falling out.
It was very good to receive your letter. I must admit I have never gotten a letter in which the writer sounded so happy. You sound real good; everything seems to be workout out well for you. I hope that continues.
As I said I've been working all the time. In some ways it is quite satisfying. I pretty much have control of the store -- I do all the ordering and make the decision as to what items we carry, how the store should be organized, etc. Obviously a lot of customers are pains in the ass but a lot also are really friendly, talkative, and especially pleased with what we offer them. I feel a sense of accomplishment whenever someone comes in and says that since they spoke with me and tried my suggestions they have felt much better. People come in all the time and say they have never had so much energy or that a specific ailment they've had for the longest time finally cleared up. It's those times when I can forget that I am hardly getting paid, that my brother has fucked-up for over two years, and finally that we're not making money.
As it is, if my brother would ever get finished setting up the new store and stop taking money from this one, I could possibly start taking a $100 or $150 weekly salary, not to mention the food I take. Business has picked up considerably since August two-three hundred a week. I can't take full credit for it as September always proves to be an increased over the summer, yet I know that my efforts have helped quite a bit.
I got my Saab and I've been driving that all over the place. I have 1900 miles on it after 5 1/2 weeks. I like it. I still have the wagon. I can't seem to get rid of it and lately my brother's been using it for the new store and whenever he's had trouble with his car. So now I've got two cars, two stores, and essentially two apartments; bills to pay off -- The American Dream in other words.
Sunday I plan to set up my apt. I am kind of excited about that as actually it is the first apartment I will have had on my own (although I do have to get a roommate). Basically, though it will just be nice to be able to settle down a little, relax, have people over to my own place, and so forth.
I hope you can get up here again, sometime. You sound awfully busy yourself. Perhaps some vacation you'll have some spare time. Besides after you've gotten some training you'll be able to help me find some books I've been looking for in the library. It's back to work for me. Have fun, and take care my friend.
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