Yesterday was the Men Who Cook fundraiser for the Mental Health Association. Margaret and I had a wonderful time. We didn't win any prizes, but we had fun. The crowds didn't bother me. I was a little anxious at first, but calmed down fast.
I feel badly that the staff of MHAST shunned me. Most of the employees didn't bother to say hello. Ever since I left the Compeer Program they treat me like an outsider. I've been thinking of leaving the speakers group. The leader hasn't really got us any gigs. We had a meeting last week, which I didn't attend because I got the call the day of the meeting, I had other plans. I really love to speak, but find the leadership to be lacking in many areas. There's another meeting coming up, but the leader didn't know when.
On a brighter note, the state hospital called and asked if I wanted to speak up there. I said yes. I have an October 9th gig to speak. The woman who called said if it works out, they will give me more gigs. I'm very excited about that.
I met two women at the fundraiser who read my blogs on the local newspaper's website. It was nice to have met them. One of the women is a staff writer for the paper. She gave me some ideas for my blog. I intend to write more there.
Live, love, laugh, learn, listen,
David
